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I was going to make myself a new layout for my HO trains. I have plans for a couple of industries to have railyards, with switchers on both of them. Naturally, I have some questions. How would I control them? I sort of was thinking I could "Isolate" the sidings, and have the switcher mover the cars where a main locomotive would pick it up, but that would seem too silly of railroad use. Another question: For years, I have been using the little Bachmann transformers/controllers for my railroading, mainly because I had a small, simple oval. Now that I'm upgrading to a full-out layout (I have limited space. I'm expecting it will be under 4x8) should I "Gang up" the transformers (I have 4 of 'em, plus a Model Power one of '80's vintage) or invest in a big, nice controller for my layout. (I am seriously considering the latter) What should I look for? what do you recommend? I must be behind the times(Even though I'm 16![:D]) : What is DCC? Is that where you romotely control the locomotives? I am interested in upgrading to Kaydees (Despite swearing by horn-hooks for the last couple of years) I am interested in using them for their uncoupling-magnetically ability. Would a electromagnet work there? Thanks for any suggestions! Chris
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