Well here is something related to the layout planning. As those who have read, I was looking for one or two appropriate engines for the fairly sharp curves. I bought this ProtoSound Western Maryland BL-2 and non-powered BL-2 from a Forum member a week ago. The powered one runs very smoothly, but the sound isn't too great. I bought them with the plan to upgrade, since I have a couple PS-3 upgrade kits.
Since I'm not starting to build the layout until fall, I thought I could setup to start the a PS3 upgrade. I recalled I loaned my static mat and wrist bands to one of my sons-in-law, who told me today it is at his dad's house. He forgot about it. Well, this is as far as it goes on the project until I get the static mat. 
