Modeling girder rail

[DSteckler]

Does anyone have any suggestions for modeling HO girder rail to use on a street crossing (non-traction)?

[gmpullman]

I had seen an article where the modeler had placed the head of a rail nested into the web of the running rail and soldered the two together. This would be fine for straight track, I suppose a curve would have to be formed first then soldered if you need a curved piece.

Then, there is this:

http://www.proto87.com/Street_track_for_trolleys_and_trams.html

 

Good Luck, Ed

[MisterBeasley]

Proto 87 makes girder rail sections and transition joiners.  They are designed for traction, but work with standard HO engines and rolling stock as well.  

I built part of my carfloat terminal with this.

[DSteckler]

Thanks for the suggestions.  I've seen that web site before.  Unfortunately I've already laid the track and I don't want to rip it out just for a short section of girder rail.  I think what I'll try is a piece of Code 70 rail laid on its side up against the Code 83 already in place.  Either that or just forget about it!

[gregc]

 

[DSteckler]

Thanks, Greg!