My Question? Ross or Gargraves

Don't at any price!  Ross switches and Gargraves track is the most reliable way to go!!!

Ask JDaddy his opinion.

Dan

No question about it. Ross switches, Gargraves track. "It's the only way to go"

Don

Mine is all GG and it has worked well for 30+ years. However you will find most everyone likes Ross switches.

Having fiddled with both, I find the ross track to be more durable than gargraves. If you have straight sections, or curves of known radius, you're better off with the ross if you're willing to spend the money on it. The material the rail is made from is thicker and its also harder (since its not intended to be flexible), which also makes it more resistant to dents from accidental bangs and drops. If you need flex track... gargraves interchanges with it, BUT, be aware that gargraves track is shorter than Ross (and the Ross switches). The rail is the same but the GG ties are not as tall, you need to shim it up so that all your track is level.

Definitely Ross Switches- esp if that gargraves switch are made on a corrugated plastic base! Stay away from Gargraves switches unless you are a pro at fidelling with them!

I would stay with the Ross. GarGraves switches have changed for the better over the years, but you would have to know what to look out for if planning to buy used GarGraves. Best to stick with the Ross - well worth the price for smooth operation and peace of mind.

Jim

I agree.  The older Gargraves switches are not so good.  The improvements made to them are very recent and the older ones have the plastic base.

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Dennis