I have an area on the layout that I want to use signal bridges on. However, I will need to extend the bridges by 2.5 inches. Any tips or tricks before I start? I was thinking it would be best to buy a third bridge to cut and splice in to the others. There is also soldering and connections to consider.
Thanks in advance.
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Why three? Either take a 2.5" chunk out of one, split the other, and insert the chunk, (two splices) or cut the second one 2.5 inches from the end, cut off the end of the first one, and make one splice.
Make a drawing first, transfer the drawing to card board, and fiddle around until you have the correct sizes and orientation of parts. Use that as a pattern when you start cutting. Put the bridges on a photocopy machine, to get a full size "blueprint" which can be cut and pasted until you're satisfied.
I wanted to put one on each end of the area. But each bridge has lights for both directions.....so I will look for a second location. I'll buy a 3rd unit for splicing.
Any pointers on soldering & electrical connections?
What about a Z Stuff signal bridge that you can have made for your dimensions?
Look up the DZ-1090
On the other hand if you enjoy the planning and execution of a "kit-bash" to get what you need, I can understand that approach, too
Peter
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