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    Bachmann Track Nightmares.

    I sure will. Don't have the new crossing or the new switches but as soon as I get them, I will go right to work.
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    Bachmann Track Nightmares.

    The Bachmann rail connections are the same as Atlas and probably other brands. The difference is the roadbed the track is mounted on. All the track sections lock together with plastic latches which are part of the roadbed. They can be cut off if desired. I plan on removing the Bachmann...
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    Bachmann Track Nightmares.

    Well, the change to .031 music wire for the finger proved to be too much for the switch motor. It can't overcome the stiffer wire. I ordered two Atlas Snap Switches in hopes of incorporating them in place of the Bachmanns. However, after I placed the order, I did some research and there were...
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    Bachmann Track Nightmares.

    I am in the process of changing the finger wire from .018 to .031 music wire to put more pressure on the points. I should know more later today. I was asked what # turnout these are and I don't know. It is the only one offered in EZ track. Bachmann doesn't say but I believe it is #4. So, I...
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    Bachmann Track Nightmares.

    I have checked the crossing with a meter and all metal rail pieces have power. The frog is plastic and very large. At one time, as mentioned before, the loco was rubbing its belly on the crossing. I had to file the driven gear hump on the belly pan to prevent that. No rubbing now. There is...
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    Bachmann Track Nightmares.

    Hello all! First time poster here. I will give a brief rundown on what I have. I built a 4X8 setup using a 2" hard foam base set into a wooden frame with stringers underneath to give the foam support. It was set up square and level. I have a double circuit using two turnouts and a 30°...
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