Capetrainman posted:Mike CT...appears you have a real nice layout going above! Great use of switches. I'm starting new layout using older Gargraves flex tack, regular phantom track (straights and curves) and ross switches also. I was wondering about the curves on your layout,,,,nicely done. Curves are custom done with flex track and a large compass made with a pen and wood. I can't tell looking at the pictures if you used pieces of curved track or if you used flex track and curved to size yourself. Also...what radius are your curves I don't remember the curve dimensions. spacing was 4.5" Add 9" to each diameter. ?? All around 90" + or -. in the pic above showing the 4 track curve? Thanks. My table is 8' x 25' at this point with a plan for an 8 x8 L shaped extension off one end. Sounds like a nice layout.
Patience, (Takes a fair amount of time), and a lot of Atlas track screws. Each curved piece has to be squared/cut with a dremel before the next piece is added.
My friend, Tom's layout build. Slideshow, click on the link. IMO, Curves smaller than O90, are difficult to custom bend, and keep the track in good/smooth rolling, condition, IMO. Best wishes with your project.
