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I’ve been getting email requests for a link to Bill’s Flexible Roadbed System so here it is. http://www.btcomm.com/trains/primer/roadbed/ladder1.htm Sorry, I didn't think to include it previously. [:D] I’m also including a link to EPS, my source for the HDPE material. http://epsplasticlumber.com/lumberpricing.shtml I’m using, 2X4X8 in redwood color.. it runs about $2.09 a foot plus shipping. Shipping to Atlanta was 50 cents a foot. This is the cheapest I could find. It wasn't available locally, but you might find it in your area. BTW, these are the screws I’m using to fasten the spacer blocks to the rails. They are 1 5/8”, #8 square drive in 305 stainless steel. http://www.mcfeelys.com/multiple.asp?ProductID=0815-FA5 I experimented with several coarse thread deck screws from both HD and Lowes as well as several styles from McFeely’s. These drive the best without pre drilling and make a very tight joint. So far, I’ve driven over 560 and have not snapped off one head (yet). This past weekend, I fabbed an assembly jig, cut and installed all of the spacer blocks for 280 feet of roadbed and have another 40' to do. I'll post some pictures and comments here on that experience tomorrow. [:)]
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