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I'd huess this is a first layout, or you are early in your model railroading "career" <br /> <br />My advice is keep it simple. Some track plans are ridiculous with loops and sidings and cross overs. Are you really happy with your work so far? Consider this... in the room you have, you could build a new layout on a hollow-core door that is 40" x 8'. The benefit is you get a nice solid layout base for about $25 and it is very light and sturdy. Your benefit is you get a fresh start to fix all the things you don't like about your current layout. Maybe try out flex track, if you haven't. Try a different scenery this time. But keep it simple. Maybe one or two sidings and a passing siding. Concentrate on making it look real and professional and not like a "spaghetti bowl" of track. Your trains will look more natural and you will be happy. I promise. If you need help with some plans, I'd be happy to help. Give me a shout. <br />Mike <br />mrector@columbus.rr.com <br />home.columbus.rr.com/miketrac/model_trains.html
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