Wonder why Lionel doesn’t make a Fasttrack terminal track for direct hookup to a Powerhouse. Easy enough to make with less than $2 of hardware (wire, clips, Molex connectors). One simple connection powers a 5x9 layout, two LionChief engines, numerous lighted cars, and 4 plug and play items with power to spare!
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Hi Ben
That's a real neat idea and a quick-connect type of plug.
But why come out the side of the track instead of going under the layout to conceal the connection.
Just asking your opinion as to why you made it that way.
The set up I have goes from the basement to under the Christmas tree each year so wiring from below wouldn’t work when I move it upstairs each holiday season. But, to your point, a permanent layout could easily run the two wires through a hole directly under the Fasttrack. Or, another option would be to simply run the two wires out through a small hole on the side of the Fasttrack with the plug connection well off the layout. I used 14 gauge wire and for the side plug option, was able to shape out an appropriate opening with a Dremel tool. Afterwards, a little scenery (eg lichen) easily hides the side plug.
Great solution! I'm sure they'll send a royalty check👍
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