02-23-2010, 09:56 PM
shortliner or Stein,
First, I see my crossover question was somewhat redundant, as the answer was clearly labeled on the plan!
Another question - what benefit does the long crossover provide? It appears that Dangle could be served by a turnout. Are there geometry or operational benefits that I'm not seeing, does the shorter "pull" from the interchange to Dangle justify it, or is it (as Stein seemed to imply) an aesthetic choice?
Shortliner, I enjoyed the videos - excepting the guy that had the shakes! One of the photographers (Jeromey?) was especially good at composition and showcasing small time railroading scenes.
I have about 40" additional to the left of my shelf that can be used for staging, though that won't be a priority. This is the end that the larger layout, when built, will access the shelf layout to drop off cars for inspection and deliver supplies to my workbench.
Off to Cadrail to try some ideas - I'm still sticking with #6 turnouts, but am intrigued by the crossovers.
Matt
First, I see my crossover question was somewhat redundant, as the answer was clearly labeled on the plan!
Another question - what benefit does the long crossover provide? It appears that Dangle could be served by a turnout. Are there geometry or operational benefits that I'm not seeing, does the shorter "pull" from the interchange to Dangle justify it, or is it (as Stein seemed to imply) an aesthetic choice?
Shortliner, I enjoyed the videos - excepting the guy that had the shakes! One of the photographers (Jeromey?) was especially good at composition and showcasing small time railroading scenes.
I have about 40" additional to the left of my shelf that can be used for staging, though that won't be a priority. This is the end that the larger layout, when built, will access the shelf layout to drop off cars for inspection and deliver supplies to my workbench.
Off to Cadrail to try some ideas - I'm still sticking with #6 turnouts, but am intrigued by the crossovers.
Matt
Matt Goodman
Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, Ohio