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A few questions about resurrecting my old HO Set
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First let me explain what my goal is. <br /> <br />1.) I'm trying to get my old layout running from circa 1978. It's a mix of Tyco and Atlas track to make an oval with an inside passing line. <br /> <br />2.) I have three helpers aged 5(in a few weeks) 3, and 2. So I want something durable but not a massive amount of time or cash. A starter set for the boys if you will not my dream model RR. <br /> <br />I'm posting here because this forum seems to be a little more open to these questions: <br /> <br /> I'll be replacing the old brass track with new silver-nickel track but want to pratice first. For some reason my brother pulled up the track and I have it loosely put back in place. Cleaned w/ a bright boy and the track works ok but have some dead spots. <br /> <br />1.) When you solder the track together is it required to remove the ties or if you're careful can you skip this? <br /> <br />2.) Any track components that I should avoid soldering i.e. turnouts? <br /> <br />3.) My 25 year cork has seem better days any suggestions on a roadbed? Never ballasted it since I couldn't decide how I wanted it to look. <br /> <br />4.) Rerailers are they really necessary if you lay the track right. I have 18" radius curves to fit to a 4'X8' table. <br /> <br />5.) Wahl Clipper oil where is it availible? I need to clean my locomotive wheels or other methods? <br /> <br />6.) is there anywhere that I can find exploded views off how to disassemble locomotives for cleaning and lubrication? I have some 70's series Tycos, Baumanns, Athrean and AHM. <br /> <br />7.) With the AHM the wheels in the back truck were loose in the box. Is there anywhere I can find a set off assembly instructions? I need to figure out if the axle wiper goes above or below the axles. <br /> <br />8.) I've tested out the power unit and it's ok.. Anything else I need to check out? <br /> <br />9.) Besides changing the grease in the gear box and lubricating the motor are there any other areas I need to check out? <br /> <br />10.) Of course getting back into this I have a desire to get a new engine or two and saw a closeout on www.trainworld.com for proto2000 engines for $29.99. Seems like a great deal but can I go wrong? I have only one shot because of funds. <br /> <br />11.) Anything else I should do to make the layout more durable since I expect a leaving curve with my kids on how to treat it. <br /> <br />Thanks in advance, <br /> <br />DT <br /> <br />PS I plan to pratice soldering and laying the track with adhesive using the brass track but wanted the experts opinions before starting. <br /> <br />
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