Rich,
in the back of my head, I had the idea to trade the houses for another industry, just to add more operational interest. Put a boxcar on that spur, and things will get a little tight.
That´s my only (still more fictional) concern. I am not at all against having some "bottlenecks" on a layout - add to the challenge!
hi ulrich
is no problem at all,
just use the most right track as a main, you'll need to change the crossover from RH to LH, and the cassette will function as drill track; with both spurs facing North.
if you like, I'll draw it for you
have fun
smile
Paul
Here is an interesting article, with illustrations, on the pros and cons of switchbacks on model railroads:
http://www.layoutvision.com/id16.html
Rich
Alton Junction
Paul, that´d be very kind of you!
Rich - I know Cuyama´s web page well. I was this article, which made me think twice about switchbacks.
hi Ulrich
a rough sketch
paul
Paul,
I already had thought, that "my" plan was pretty good, but this one ...
I am just awed!
I remember you are using RTS/Winrail - mind to send me the file at my private e-mail address?
Nicely done Paul. Very sleek.
One question from a modern diesel guy here, would there need to be a turntable in the right side town too? I guess it depends on how many miles a steam loco would be willing to run tender-first to travel back to the left side and how many miles the layout is suppossed to represent.
- Douglas
hi doughless,
he does not need any engine terminal at all.
All depends on the situation, the engine facilities could be just further down the line, and steamers can run backwards; distance might be the issue. Since this layout is freelanced, its up to the owner; BTW he has bought the TT already.
Paulus Jas hi doughless, he does not need any engine terminal at all. All depends on the situation, the engine facilities could be just further down the line, and steamers can run backwards; distance might be the issue. Since this layout is freelanced, its up to the owner; BTW he has bought the TT already. paul
You gotta have a turntable, it just looks cool, and it has its practical advantages.
Yup, I agree - turntables are an eye catcher, even if there is no absolute need to have them. Actually, it does not even make much sense on that layout, if you don´t have a second one.