Well I figured out I can do a 15x12 set one side toward wall makecbackdrop and do an E shape 2 levels I am going to figure on paper a framework and maybe tape itout on floor to see how to walk around it thats the first step then I have to finish the drywall before starting!
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Well I figured out I can do a 15x12 set one side toward wall makecbackdrop and do an E shape 2 levels I am going to figure on paper a framework and maybe tape itout on floor to see how to walk around it thats the first step then I have to finish the drywall before starting!
The main point of my reply is so I can follow your progress....I love seeing others' layouts. I'm still new at this and layouts are fun!
Are you using a layout/design program?
I do have anyrail program, but it seems hard to use, but I need to play with it. so for now, im just going to figure out some curves. I would like to do curves with a letter E shape so you can walk around the 3 sections. ive seen some of these in track planning magazines. Ill have to post up something that im thinking about. I rather not have access holes and just be able to access all parts of the layout. so il be foolingaround with different ideas. then ill give the track planning software a try. I do want to do 054 curves. im using Realtrax solid
Hi Chris D,
Here's something I tossed together in SCARM to help you visualize your ideas. A 30" wide around the wall with an opening in the center for peninsulas etc. Lionel FasTrack (cause I know it) using 084 outside, 072 inside, 3.5" from outside edge, 6" center rail to center rail spacing.
A 30" lift section on the end near the door and still maintains the walk-around as you designed it.
The track allows the big engines to run. With 072 switches and wyes to create access to a peninsula and changing mainlines.
You can reach everything and minimizes areas to scenic.
You don't really need a big solid space for the effect.
The SCARM file is attached.
Have fun!
I started out with AnyRail. I switched to SCARM. I use Atlas 3-rail track. I'm not sure if the SCARM RealTrax library is complete yet.
There's a pretty good getting started tutorial here:
https://ogrforum.com/t...ur-layout-with-scarm
Recently, my dad and I started this library of accessories:
Here's the same baseboard with RealTrax 054 to start. You can see the MTH Library of available track on the left. The Parts List is attached.
New version
Wow thanks a bunch. I should get this type. how much is this type? the anyrail was 45? I think I never got into it heavy. But if scarmm is better and easier I should do this. Thanks a whole bunch.
Chris D,
SCARM is free and runs on Windows (any version) only. Here the the SCARM website:
http://www.scarm.info/index_en.html The SCARM Blog is where you can get a quick How to and tips.
The MTH RealTrax library is being built with the assistance of users as MTH will not provide the author with track dimensions. That is why the WYE and some other pieces are missing.
Oh that's super cool! Free is good I just picked up 28 pieces of o54 solid rail. I'm looking to do maybe some rounding multi curved bench work so I can have access without a ton of access holes. But I'll have to see if I can work o54 with the space I have. I can play with this sOft ware
taking a look at louis's layout, id like to build a multi level and curved look like his. my old one you can see on youtube "link below" was basic and in the living room. but this time I want to see what I can really do in design. I have some time as I still need to finish out the garage. just bought 8 sheets of drywall to do my cealing, wired up for lighting already. so thats first. but ill be building come February.
ill download the scarm and see what I can come up with! thanks again
Consider a folded dogbone style into an L or a U.
This is from Norm Charbonneau's new layout
https://ogrforum.com/t...-layout-space?page=3
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