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This may be a bit long winded, but please bear with me.. I started to build an "N" gage layout about 8 years ago. Once the track was layed and wired, I lost interest and was side tracked (no pun intended). Now my son is 10 and has expressed an interest in getting the layout running and finishing the project. The layout is built on a 4' x 8' sheet of plywood with an open frame below it. It has been stored in the rafters of my garage since I stopped working on it all those years ago. When we pulled it down to start again, the track was very dusty and dirty. I have tried the "Brite Boy" eraser with only mixed results. Is there some type of solvent that I can use to make it easier? I have been told not to use sandpaper, what about something like a 600 or finer grit? I also origionaly purchased one locomotive (Kato diesel) so that I could test the track wiring and switch function. When I stored the layout everything worked. Now I am suspect that some of my problems may in fact be with the loco as well as the track. How do these things come apart for cleaning and oiling? How can I ensure that the wheels are clean? I dont have a problem buying another loco, but running a new loco over suspect track can't be good for it. Any and all advice will be GREATLY appreciated! Len Ldbenterprises@aol.com
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