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The issue of holding the points tightly against the stock rails can be solved either by using switches with a spring loaded points (Peco and Micro Engineering) that will snap in place and stay or by using stalling switch motors that hold the points firmly (Switchmaster and Tortise). Caboose industries makes ground throws that when properly installed will also hold the points tight. When using the stall motors with Peco or Microengineering, one can remove the springs from the points for smoother operation. <br /> <br />I agree with the idea of using the largest switch possible for the space. My layout has a minimum of no. 6 everywhere. I find that I rarely use anything bigger becuse space is at such a premium of model railroads....
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