Finally have the track laid for 2 loops. We ran four engine on the outside loop for the first time on Sunday. Now time to wire up the switches & the second loop. Then we will start putting scenery etc around the outside of the layout before we start finishing the inner track. We are very happy that there are no signal or electrical problems. I made sure there were enough blocks to keep the power constant. WE use a combination of DCS and TMCC with Gargraves Stainless Steel track and Ross Switches with one double crossover. WE will be able to go the inside and back out again.
We know that our layout is not perfect but it is perfect enough for us, we are learning and having fun. I hope you enjoy the photos and keep in mind this is our first MAJOR attempt at a layout this large. It is going to be primariliy for switching operating sessions. My grandson love running his Polar express on the big loop. He was amazed that we could run 2 Little Joes, a GP38 & a Mohawk on the same track at the same time.
The layout is 61" out from the wall, 16.5' wide at the ends and 45' long on the sides. I will as things progress post more pictures. Thanks to all of the forum members that gave us good advice.
It is a fun family project that I may never see completed.