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orsonroy, thanks for your input. I guess the best rationale for using spikes, cork, Homasote, et al., rather than glue (in my case) is that I often make changes (major and minor) in track plans. Yes, if "foam" is the material of preference for roadbed, then glueing is surely best. After many years of layout building, I opted for the easiest method for making dramatic changes in design. I would not like to think of losing roadbed material plus cleaning-up track and turnouts, etc. due to a hard residue from adhesives. Frankly, the nail heads of the Atlas #2540 Track Nails are barely detectible and with ballast they can't be seen at all. The old "spikes with the huge L shaped heads are not an option for me. Best of luck with your layout Ray and happy railroading.
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