https://blog.model-train-help.com/2009/04/16-year-old-needs-help-with-layout.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=16-year-old-needs-help-with-layout Model railroads and model trains Mon, 26 Nov 2012 01:34:02 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://blog.model-train-help.com/2009/04/16-year-old-needs-help-with-layout.html#comment-242 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:43:00 +0000 http://68.171.208.138/~blogmode/2009/04/16-year-old-needs-help-with-layout-landscape-and-ballasting.html#comment-242 Hi Adam, The model train ebook is a great suggestion. that being said you need to lay your track on a solid foundation first. start with a plywood board and if you are going to use a styrofoam base on top of that or not, that would be a good start. now decide if you are going to use a cork or other material road bed or if you are going to glue track directly to the styrofoam, or (by the way you can do the same directly on top of the plywood with out the styro if you want and nail (stake) it down. once this is done you should have a stable track and should eliminate derailments. Also solder the rail joints making sure that they are straight and in alignment Again the book should give you start to finish set up with the table and base and ballasting of any kind, it may seem simple but some times you just need a little help to make it clear. remember a good start and accuracy makes a good ending. Keep the model RR rolling!!!! most of all have fun!!
Tony P

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