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One thing I hadn't noticed throughout this thread is what kind of track is being used. When I first started out I used sectional track and ran into the same problems being inquired about. There is no substitute for carefully laying out the curves to the radius claimed by the manufacturer. I have found that even brand name sectional track isn't always as accurate as it should be. Check each piece as it is laid to see that there are no gaps at the joints. Do <b>NOT</b> attempt to force the gaps closed. File or cut the longer rail to get the joint to be perfect. Check for kinks at the joint and, if needed, file some more to eliminate the kink. This problem also shows up with "flex" track, perhaps even more so. As flex track is bent to conform to the desired curves, one rail seems to grow or the other shrink. If the joint is not cut properly and is forced to comply bulges will appear that travel down the track as adjustments are attempted. If everything is adjusted and aligned properly the track should lay on the roadbed smoothly without having to be restrained to keep it there. Then is the time to secure it to the roadbed. This is in addition to all the other tips given previously.
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