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[2c] Don't get so frustrated that you give up the hobby. If something you're working on isn't working out, leave it alone and do something else. Go back to it later when you have the mind set to tackle the problem and things usually turn out well. We have the same general problems as the prototype railroads. If derailments are a common problem, then go over ALL your track for gage, especially turnouts,and fix any kinks, gaps, misalignments or bumps. Check the vertical alignment too, especially at the bottom and top, if there are grades. Don't try to run equipment on trackage not suitable for that type of equipment (eg: a 6 axle loco or long steamer through a #4 crossover) or equipment not compatible with other equipment ( eg: 86' car coupled to a 34' car going around a 18" radius curve in HO scale is an exercise in frustration) Also, as a part of a normal maintenance routine, check the wheels for gage and rolling ability, the trucks for the correct tightness and free movement and the couplers / trip pins for correct hight and operation. What frustrates me? After doing lots of research for a project, like finding prototype photos, then finding more or better photos after the project is finished and discovering I didn't get something right.
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