Michael, I run two conventional lines (ZW), two DCS lines (another ZW), two trolley lines (one CW 80 and one from the ZW auxillary, and two upper level LCP lines (Z4000), on my table layout. I try to dedicate each line to one power output, meaning I no longer run conventional on the DCS or the upper levels.
These pics show the mess it is running a large layout through 3 rooms! I use the handles on the two ZW's and the Z4000 for the 6 main lines, and other than that one auxillary from one ZW, those inside rollers handle all my accessory power (lights, switches, operating structures). I would advise you to keep all that stuff off of your power going to your main lines. You can see those wood and copper power distribution boards that handle most of the accessories.
Since this is the 5th family layout, most of my lower tracks use 50 to 60 year old tubular track and 022 switches.
All my new lines are Gargraves with Ross switches.
I've found the PW ZW's can handle just about anything. I have two that have been running PW and brand new trains for well over 50 years without issue. The Z4000 is excellent. Both should handle your switches and auxillary power needs, but you always have to test first, build last.
As you can see by the pics, I always start with a track plan, but it is constantly modified due to space constraints. Mostly, If I wanted more of these great new trains, I had to add on and build up. I even made a double-tracked, 100 foot ceiling layout in the rec room.
Your track plan looks very cool. My best advice is to think like its a fun-filled war, meaning plans never work, but planning is absolutely necessary.
Hope this helps, keep us posted.
Jerry
