hello Dennis: i use gargraves track with ross switches. my layout is @13x15 with 2 levels. 2 mainlines on outer lower lever and 2 mainlines on outer upper level with connecting switchbacks on each level. also 4 yards apprx. 8 feet in total for yards. thanx!
Think good thoughts, do good deeds!
I like kitty litter--even cheaper and it's a good size.
hello; since i am in northern n.j. where everything outside is frozen. good idea though, thanx!
I bought grey drainage stone from Lowes. It was a 25lb bag for like $4.00 You do have to sift it yourself to get the right size. I then bought spray paint to darken it just a bit .
Also as stated above. Brennans Model RR ballast and supplies are awesome. He will help you out.
Brennan's is good. I collected the little rocks that amassed at the end of the driveway, then cleaned them thoroughly and ended up with a coffee can full - it was enough.
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
What kind of track are you using? How many linear feet of track do you have? I offer ballast on my website Brennan's model RR. It's not as expensive as you think. You'll probably spend more on track. If you contact me, I'll be glad to give you an estimate.
Dennis Brennan
Hey Einstein,
Go out and harvest your own gravel and screen it down to the size you want. Advantages: free and it's real. Disadvantage: maybe get arrested for "stealing"?
Regards,
Timboy
hello: finally getting around to ballasting the track. most ballast you buy is quite expensive. i heard some people use crushed walnut shells, but they seem to be kinda small in size; although it's perfect to model iron ore; has the right color too. any ideas?
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