marshill88 posted:...The track was too big to support the 80 watt transformer I got from LIonel, the train just dies at the far ends of the track...
Tanner111 posted:Instead of 2 transformers, I think you need more power connections to the track using one transformer. On bigger layouts you need more than one power drop. At every track connection you will lose some of the power as you get further from the transformer.
Your first transformer is capable of powering miles of track, and as tanner describes, you just need to get the power there more effectively. The transformer need is based on how much equipment you are running, not how much track there is.
FasTrack has the advantage of each full size(and many of the smaller fitter sizes) section able to become a connection point(center rail & running rails) for additional power connections made in parallel with your FasTrack terminal track. The newer FasTrack does not conduct through the track joints as well as the original 13-14 year-old track, so you will want to run a pair of 18-16 gauge wires along your tracks making use of the connectors on the bottom every 6-7 joints for good operation.
The wires included with the sets to the FasTrack terminal track also is somewhat lacking - too small. Use better wire there too. Anything you can do to reduce the voltage drop is the goal.
