B_Kosanda
Member
Well, I did it. My old UP Cascade Subdivision layout is no more. It's not that I was unhappy with it, it's just that it lost it's appeal to me. My new version of the Cascade Subdivision will have many improvements over my previous layout.
1.) Double-ended staging for multiple full size trains.
2.) Double-ended yard in Eugene, rather than the single-ended yard I use to have.
3.) Multiple passing sidings at least 15 feet long.
4.) Constant grade of about 1.7%, which will allow accurate use of helper locomotives.
5.) Improved signal system using resistive wheelsets, rather than photo transistors. I plan to use Bruce Chubb's CMRI system with a PC and BASIC program.
6.) Roadbed made from masonite spline, rather than 1x lumber.
The layout plan is shown. As far as progress goes, the old layout is taken down, which was a very large task by itself. The new layout has all the bench work in place and I am installing the backdrop now. Photos to follow.
Bill
1.) Double-ended staging for multiple full size trains.
2.) Double-ended yard in Eugene, rather than the single-ended yard I use to have.
3.) Multiple passing sidings at least 15 feet long.
4.) Constant grade of about 1.7%, which will allow accurate use of helper locomotives.
5.) Improved signal system using resistive wheelsets, rather than photo transistors. I plan to use Bruce Chubb's CMRI system with a PC and BASIC program.
6.) Roadbed made from masonite spline, rather than 1x lumber.
The layout plan is shown. As far as progress goes, the old layout is taken down, which was a very large task by itself. The new layout has all the bench work in place and I am installing the backdrop now. Photos to follow.
Bill