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Modelling => Layouts => Topic started by: Mike Floate on January 23, 2015, 16:18

Title: First layout since 1972!
Post by: Mike Floate on January 23, 2015, 16:18
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I had intended that this would be my first post but ended up posting a query on the loco section first.

I last had a layout in 1972, and had just bought a couple of 009 Eggerbahn locos which were on sale for
Title: Re: First layout since 1972!
Post by: MickT on January 24, 2015, 12:30
Lots of scope for operation there Mike, so if you're happy with it - enjoy!

As a tiny bit of constructive comment, the loop on the left (station?) and the sidings on the right are both very near the edge of the board. It might be worth considering grafting a couple of 1" or so strips onto each side to allow for some room to derail without having to experience drop tests!

Showing your age a bit ref threepenny bit curves! I took part in a quiz a couple of evenings ago and in answer to the question "how many sides around the edges of the new
Title: Re: First layout since 1972!
Post by: Mike Floate on January 24, 2015, 19:35
Good idea with the edges. At the moment the wall and a table mean it's OK but if carried elsewhere sides would be essential. I'm sure I'll be refining things for a while yet.