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[quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by maxikyd I too, am brand new to backyard layouts, though have been running HO for 10 or 12 years. I'm running out of room in the house and my eyes are ready for something bigger and easier to see. I was thinking about either O or G (though prefer the idea of G since it is more visible). Haven't started yet, since I need information/books on extreme weather setups. Here in Montana it gets to 40 below with high winds (windchill -60 to -80 at times) and deep (6ft or more drifts) snow. I realize the rolling stock MUST be brought in for winter, however, can structures survive harsh weather? Should I plan to mulch them every fall along with the peonies and roses, or would the weight of the snow and the cold destroy them? I'd hate to start this and then have it ruined. Space is not a problem as i have half an acre of land to work with. Most of it is unsheltered, though I have put in fence around part of the yard. I am guessing that battery/remote will be best for the trains, since 4-6 months under the snow would rust the track severely. anyway, any books, websites, or advice BEFORE i start spending money would be greatly appreciated. I won't start building till next summer, so I have plenty of time to decide/plan before then. I have tried looking on my own, but there's so much out there now, it's hard to filter out the grain from the chaf. maxine morgan [/quote] First Of All[#welcome] , this forum has alot of wonderful people all willing to answer any questions you have, the only dumb question is one that is not asked! Most rail for garden railroading is brass, some is stainless steel and some is aluminum. Brass oxidizes slower than brass with better conductivity. Aluminum oxidizesalot quicker than brass but is not as conductive. A few here in the forum use Stainless which still has tyo be cleaned ocasionally, but is still not as conductive as the brass rail. The rule of thumb that I have read on this forum is if you plan to have over 200 foot of track go to battery power. Under 200 foot go track powered. Many do use track power on more than 200 foot layouts with little problems though.
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