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    3’x4’ or 3 11”x 4’ , what would you do?

    I’m planning a out and back with switching both ways. Prefer larger than 6 inches so I can place industries and have the track meander to break up the straight lines. Running 4 axle diesels and rolling stock less than 60 feet. Minimum radius of 11.25.
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    3’x4’ or 3 11”x 4’ , what would you do?

    I have a 3’x4’ piece of plywood. Thoughts and suggestions on building either size. N scale, DC, solo operation. Branch line of a class 1 railroad. I’m leaning more towards the 3 piece as it would be easier to disassemble if I had to move. But a 1 piece layout also has its merits.
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    Long term project plan for N scale

    I like the idea of using cork for earth. Will be interesting if it does take color easy.
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    Wiring Organization

    If you have a bunch of wire bread ties kicking around in the junk drawer of the kitchen…staple them underneath and then twist the wires to them. If they break…grab another and repeat.
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    Killing a Railway

    With the way prices are going, you and I will be ahead of the game. We purchased what we wanted at a cheaper price. This spreads out our overall cost over time. Imagine starting out now with what you already have. I purchased 3 NOS locomotives for $100. Spend at least double to triple that...
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    Killing a Railway

    I’m happy with just having 7 locomotives. It’s the rolling stock that I’ve gone a little overboard on lately. But variety always changes things.
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    The “Give Tony Grief” Thread

    Dynamite!!!
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    The “Give Tony Grief” Thread

    I’m sure that when I get to build all of the fine members here will have plenty of ideas and ways to spend me money. Just trying to keep you on your toes Tony 😗😗😗
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    Talk about Shipping Service ...

    Maybe it got lost in Omaha…Uneasy Rider style 😂😂😂
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    Arch Foot Bridge

    Don’t forget to tip the wait staff well…😂😂😂
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    Arch Foot Bridge

    Good one @Smudge617, you definitely could say that and be 100% correct!
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    So what are you listening to right NOW?

    Have that too, but it’s a sign of getting older. Also an excuse for not always hearing what my wife says sometimes 🤣🤣🤣
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    The “Give Tony Grief” Thread

    How’s the elevation change? Relatively flat or some grade? I know it doesn’t matter on our steamers but don’t want the boiler to have water issues on a slope.
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    The “Give Tony Grief” Thread

    If you go with the second plan, the spur might work for a scenic overlook and/or picnic area. Possibly use a RDC 1 and a RDC 3 for transportation. Maybe some mountain trails for bikes and hiking.
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    The “Give Tony Grief” Thread

    That’s cool. A river always completes the scene. Helps convey distance in our highly compressed space. Good luck Tony.
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    The “Give Tony Grief” Thread

    @MikeGTW already making headway! I’m sure Tony will love it.
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    So what are you listening to right NOW?

    What doesn’t always happen in my house…silence. Relaxing as a matter of fact.
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    The “Give Tony Grief” Thread

    Who gets lost? It’s an adventure to find something new when you take the road less traveled. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
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    Killing a Railway

    I have plenty of 4 axle Norfolk Southern black locos. I use less than 60’ rolling stock. My era is roughly 25 years. Can run a caboose if I want to. Colors come from the rolling stock.
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    The “Give Tony Grief” Thread

    Finding out that when I get older I’m forgetting the important stuff and can remember the silly stuff. Lost my sunglasses on my head many times. But I can tell you which shelf the toilet paper was on in a long gone grocery store.




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