bob2 posted:There might be a better, more economical way. The OP is contemplating 2-rail, although he has not mentioned N&W on the2-rail forum.
Williams made a credible “J” in 2-rail, and apparently the used price of these beauties is below $400 at the moment. Mine had a badly out-of-balance flywheel and very wide tender truck sideframes, but other than that it fulfills my desire for a “J” and was easily fixed.
I am contemplating trying out 2 rail O scale. I haven't mentioned the NW on the 2 rail side because I wouldn't jump into an expensive engine right off the bat. Just like I bought used 3 rail non Command loco for my first. More likely something I would add a DCC decoder in or a nice used 2 rail engine with DCC already installed...in the $300-350 range.
I admit I like the way 2 rail track looks because I was an HO & N guy for a long time, but I like the variety that 3 rail brings to the equipment.
I will definitely look at the J by Williams in 2 rail. Thanks for the heads up.
I honestly know nothing about 2 rail...that is why I am investigating. Since I am not heavily vested in 3 rail yet, (4 Engines and 10-15 pieces of rolling stock), I thought I should see what 2 rail is about before building a layout.
