My layout update picture...

[vanda32547]

I finally got all the track laid and all the electronics installed for the turnouts and auto reverse loop circuits. My goal was to have trains running by Christmas and I am happy to report we are ahead of schedule. I do still have a turnout that is giving me problems but that will be corrected soon.

I have included a picture for ya'll to check out. Yes I know, the grades are rather steep but in order to achieve what I eventually want to do with this layout it could not be avoided.

Comments are welcomed,

 

[Lady_Railfan]

Very impressive! Please continue to post progress reports.

 

[grumpybob]

Looks good. Question though. On the back side rise after the switch the picture looks like there may be a slight s-cure in the rail. If in fact it is, you might want to straigten it out before laying scenery. bends like that do tend to be a problem later on.

Just a comment.

 

[B_Kosanda]

Careful of those plywood track boards. I've had trouble with those before. I made the base for a large yard out of plywood. When I soaked the ballast to glue it into place, the plywood delaminated in places.

Bill

 

[CBCNSfan]

It's coming right along Bill, looks good, and neat bench work.
Cheers Willis