@MainLine Steam posted:Thanks guys for the info.
Bill G - I am glad to hear you won't have to redo all the switches, that could become expensive and time consuming.
Ratsnest - Glad to hear you are making progress on your layout. I would like to see it at sometime. I am even closer than you may think, live in Poughkeepsie Township, almost in Wappingers.
Jim. Yes I figured by using the three rail gargraves switches that would keep my expenses down. Just replacing the 3 rail track with 2 rail is a little expensive. I also got the bug to change out my switch machines for ground throws. I really like the look and the hands on when running trains. The only switch machines in place are the hard to reach areas. I am also changing 2/3 of my layout scenery. So right now I am completely shut down in running trains, should have all the new track layed down by tomorrow. Run some trains and see if and where I need to tweak . Do some detailing then start with new scenery. I also tore out all my track wiring. I am deadrail so will have no need for it. Also stripped out out all lighted scenery going to start fresh .Have not made up my mind if lighted scenery will be battery power or electrical. I like the different options that Evans designs give you. Also need to take into account the miller signs I have and a few new ones that have caught my eye. Bottom line is I am not a tru 2 rail layout just 2 rail/deadrail battery powered. So far I love it.
