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Reply to "The Allegheny, Conemaugh, and Cumberland -bench work is done (mostly) on to laying track!"

Wow, what an ambitious plan!  I also like the use of the room size as noted.  And I agree with the guidance issued by Mallard 4468, 3rail, and Tom Tee.   A few other points I would emphasize:

  • What looks great as a plan may not be practical "in person".  I've discovered that myself.  The planning software (be it SCARM or RR-Track or whatever) gives me the impression that I have as much room as I need to cram in that last bit of track or scenery.  It looks feasible until you go to build it.
  • Physical access is critical.  No "if's, and's, or but's" - remote components always fail first.  And everything will need maintenance eventually.
  • Simpler is better and more reliable.  Your track plan is very complex.  And as was pointed out, reduced reliability is reduced fun.

Your idea to re-plan with Ross and GarGraves is a good one.  As MTH slips beneath the waves, who knows what will and will not be available?  And anything from them that is electronic and that you depend upon should be given a critical look as to replacements, spares, repairs, and contingency plans.

I look forward to watching this unfold.

Best,

George

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