This client originally requested Ross Custom track exclusively, which was fine with us as we have large stocks of both Ross and Gargraves on hand. But on the previous job, "The Basic Layout", we discovered that the anodized center rail on Ross Track was resistant to reliable Digital Signal Transmission, resulting in the necessity of multiple routine cleanings with abrasive cleaning pads, over a period of weeks, actually months. We have no assurance that this is not a continuing problem which will require constant reapplications of the same cleaning techniques. This would, at minimum, be a decided pain in the derriere. If anyone out there has any further information about this problem, which appears to worsen when both MTH and Lionel control systems are involved on the same layout (a more and more common thing), we would be more than happy to hear about it. I must add that the problem does not exist with Gargraves Products. We were planning to switch this track system to Gargraves Track. However, the client has still insisted on Ross Track though I have opposed it. However, as "The client is always right", he will get what he wishes, and perhaps deserves.
Clarke
