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I have a small yard that is populated exclusively with Lionel's 5121 and 5122.  I don't like them for a variety of reasons, but the number one reason is the motor standing taller than Mt. McKinley.  Has anyone ever tried to move the motor to the bottom of the switch?  I'm seriously thinking of giving it a go.  Since my space is fairly confined, O27 really works best for maximizing the space--if it didn't, I'd be all over Ross.  But alas, I have a small space and need to use as much of it as possible.  Any tips would be much appreciated.

 

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ADCX Rob posted:

You can remove the cover & direction indicator leaving the coils open, or fashion smaller covers to your liking.

I've done that already and still I have cars that hit the coils.

stan2004 posted:

Are you saying you want use the surface area circled in red for other layout items, buildings, scenery, whatever.  In other words everything above "ground-level" is placed below ground?

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Just about, yes.  I don't think it's possible to move the "throw bar", but the more I studied the switch yesterday,  I'm convinced I can move the solenoids to the underside, thereby turning the metal bar that connects to the plastic pieces upside down and inserting it into the ring from the bottom.  It will only require creating a slot for the bar to slide back and forth.

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