@DoubleDAZ posted:John,
Don’t confuse benchwork with the type of roadbed used. For the purposes of this discussion, there are 2 types of framing, one is L-girder and I’ll called the other “Standard”. There are also 2 types of roadbed, one is cookie-cutter and I’ll call the other “Tabletop”. You’ve seen photos of L-girder framing with cookie-cutter roadbed, so here’s one of Standard framing with cookie-cutter roadbed on risers. Note that the only difference is the type of framing to support the risers and roadbed.
Here’s a simple example of L-girder with both cookie-cutter and tabletop roadbed.
Here’s an example of Tabletop where they cut out sections they wanted to raise and supported them with risers. What’s underneath could be L-girder or Standard framing, it doesn’t matter.
There is no right or wrong way to do things, just as there is no right or wrong in what materials you decide to use, it’s whatever works for you.
Beautiful bench work and great clarity on uses/flexibility! Looks like I will have to experiment and see what works best for my limited knowledge. Looks like a compromise between overhead access and underneath access. Since I do not have any experience with these situations, it will be my task to mock up a model bench work and evaluate the pros and cons of above and below clearances for my aching bones. LOL
Here is what I am leaning towards, for a track layout. Huge question is it realistic to have that turntable and yard as I have it now. Would like to have a roundhouse with three to five stalls. I am hoping with the use of flex track I can keep the distance between the round house and turntable to a minimum. I also changed the heights a bit to make the grades lower while maintaining vertical clearances. Any words of wisdom would be very much appreciated.
Thanks in Advance
John
