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Attaching Track Question For Readers
Here is another question for readers to get their teeth into. This question is from Peter who models in N scale.
“I’m reading your eBook on model railroading. Already I’ve picked up some good tips. Here’s my question.”
“I’m building a new railroad in N scale. Modeled after the Santa Fe. This time I’m using Kato unitrack. I read somewhere that you can attach the track to the table by using a dollop of white glue on each of the two “posts” on the bottom side of the track. Seems reasonable until you consider you have to apply the glue to every section of track at the same time. I’m wondering if there’s a better way. Such as drilling out the holes in these two posts and then using screws or tacks. Do you know anyone who has tackled this problem? How did they do it? Thanks.”
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As I am sure you have read, the attachment of track is extremely important to the proper running of your train(s). While a tedious, long chore, it is time well spent to insure that your track is rigid and will not be the cause of unnecessary derailments.
There are three primary means by which to secure track to your layout – glue, nails, soldering the rails or any combination of the above.
I am using Bachman EZ track and intend to nail (drill a hole in the ballast area) and solder my track to achieve the required ridgidity. The frequency or spacing of glue or nailing is subjective, but I would recommend at least two points on every track rail piece. If you intend to use some flex track for bridge work, then I would recommend every 6 inches