This is on a TMCC layout: The trains approach a certain curve, slow down and almost stop. On the same curve BUT going the other way, they speed up. The rest of the layout runs fine and steady.
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Sounds like there's a grade involved.
No grade...flat
What kind of track and what diameter curves? Have you checked to see if there's a voltage drop through the curve, maybe this is as simple as a high resistance joint. Where are the power drops?
Atlas track. 054 curve. No voltage drop detected. I have brought power directly to this section with same results. Is this getting weird?
What train and is it a 2 rail 3 rail model? Are both outside rails grounded properly? G
How does the train do running backwards in both directions? That might shed some light on wheel pickups, or problems with outside rail resistance.
It is the same forward and backward. Too fast in one direction, too slow in the opposite direction. Same for other locos too.
This is 3 rail Atlas track. The trains are Lionel with after market TMCC installed. Both outside rails are grounded
I'm with Bill, I still think this is the track. If you're using Atlas rail joiners, they're notorious for poor connections.
Ok great, I'll focus my efforts on the track. For interest sake will let you know results.
Bruce
