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    HO Track comparison Code 83 vs. 100

    I was concerned about any performance issue....look the same...I even see joiner adapters to adapt ..will probably just stay with code 83..
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    HO Track comparison Code 83 vs. 100

    I am still very new to HO Scale....finally got a simple loop running ... I have been reading lots of good ideas here. I am wondering about Code 83 vs. Code 100 HO track...I know the dimensional difference, but was wondering it there is a preferred code ? My local hobby shop has a few of each...
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    Track bedway

    Yes that is what I was looking at..would cork be better ? which do you think would bend for curved track better ?
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    Track bedway

    I would like input on using the preformed track bed....I see it in rolls. I wondered what the pros and cons are for it . I am just finishing my table...starting with a 4 x 8 and would like some input on what experienced modelers have done. Thanks!
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    YES...I attended one of their exhibitions around Christmas with my grand daughter....got us interested.
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    Yes...I was fortunate enough to work for Ford Motor Company for most of my career and then for GE after Ford retirement. Retired for good in 2014. Ford moved me around a bit as part of career track.
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    Topeka...moved here 8 years ago from Kentucky, via Ohio, Illinois and Indiana.
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    thanks....I was wondering if the foam was useful...think I will go with 3/4 plywood with a 2x4 frame with extra reinforcing ribs..
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    I mixed my question..I was referring to the table top for the whole railroad...foam over plywood?
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    I am hard wiring....just now setting up to run dc....after a bit of run in and lubricating I will go for a DCC, I am starting with a 4 x 8 board...is plywood with a piece of foam still a good platform for starting up ?
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    Thanks....currently soaking it all in...
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    thanks...following up on all..
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    Thanks for the information. I will follow up.
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    Older Athearn to DCC conversion

    Good day to everyone...I am brand new here...first post...I have an older Athearn Loco that was bought new in 93 and has been stored for 29 years. I would like recommendations for brand and model for anyone who has converted...recommended DCC power supply and controller and conversion chip. I...
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