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Bigfoot21075 Jul 9, 2021

  1. Bigfoot21075

    Bigfoot21075 TrainBoard Member

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    Hello Everyone!
    I am returning to the world's GREATEST hobby after a VERY long time off. It is amazing to see all of the new developments in the hobby. It has come along way since my old Lionel HO 4x8 with a chicken wire and paper mache mountain with tunnel in 1974 that my dad and I built.

    I have been struggling deciding between HO and N scale. I know with N I can have a LOT more of a layout even on a 4x8 sheet. I can even add a 9" extension to the long side making it 105" and a 38" extension to the 48" side making it 86" and 48" long. That is a big L in N scale. I may be biting off more than I can chew with the extensions.

    I set up a few N SCALE ideas in SCARM, and found out I like to switch stuff as well. I want a good amount of scenery, switching is a must, continuous run on at least 1 line is a must. I will place the layout on wheels for easy servicing. I am 6'5" so reaching the center with my ape like paws is not a problem LOL.

    SCARM is a pain for elevations and scenery so ignore that part of it. This is really just to layout and test the track configuration, a task MUCH harder than I initially thought.

    I have attached 2 ideas and WELCOME any advice.

    Rob
     

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  2. BNSF FAN

    BNSF FAN TrainBoard Supporter

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    Welcome to TrainBoard Rob!
     
  3. Bigfoot21075

    Bigfoot21075 TrainBoard Member

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    THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
     
  4. Hytec

    Hytec TrainBoard Member

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    Hi Rob, welcome. Glad to have you aboard. I like the "L" better because it has more visual interest. Though it would be more complicated for a beginner whose last experience was Lionel HO 50 years ago. :eek:

    Whichever....just enjoy having fun with your new/old hobby. :cool:
     
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  5. in2tech

    in2tech TrainBoard Member

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    Welcome, be sure and post your progress when you get to that point!
     
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  6. BoxcabE50

    BoxcabE50 HOn30 & N Scales Staff Member TrainBoard Supporter

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    Welcome to TrainBoard!

    You might try posting in our Layout Design Forum. That is the best place for input and for folks to follow your progress.
     
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  7. fitz

    fitz TrainBoard Member

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    Welcome aboard, Rob.
     
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    gmorider TrainBoard Member

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    Welcome to TrainBoard!
     

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