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    RTS 7.0 Is it really accurate ?!

    OK thanks all !
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    RTS 7.0 Is it really accurate ?!

    Yep read that but it doesnt really address my issue. I'll get the layout all layed out and have maybe a .1" gap where you would think the track should meet up.
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    RTS 7.0 Is it really accurate ?!

    No matter what I do, I can't get this silly tool to complete a layout so that the ends meet ! Even a simple oval doesnt match up ! Is this tool really accurate ?
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    Height question

    How do I post the RTS file I came up with ?
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    Height question

    I know the maximum incline you would want to use in HO is 4%. I'm doing an inner and outer loop 4 x 8 layout and to plan for future expansion, I will put switches at all 4 corners of the table to get to and from possible future tables. I would like the inner loop to pass under the outer loop at...
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    Pull coating off foam or not

    So are you saying it's best to remove that coating before getting started or leave it ? I just finished my bench and was going to get the foam board tomorrow.
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    another layout progress thread

    Nice !! What guage is that might I ask and how big is your benchwork ?
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    Harley Davidson themes...

    ....anybody done one ? I got the train bug, not sure how long it will last, and was planning a 4x8 to run the 90th 95th and 100th anniversary trains Walthers put out. I figure maybe a model of one of the plants as a central loc and then may be a few dealers spread out around the layout. Anyone...
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    BNSF/UP yesterday

    How do you guys know all this stuff ! !!!
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    Bachman EZ Commander ....

    Thanks all ! I guess I have some more reading to do !
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    My Layout in Fort Dodge

    Thanks for the confirmation ! I may go with 3/8 plywood, and add some more cross supports.
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    Bachman EZ Commander ....

    Anyone have any thoughts on this system ? I believe it;s a 10 channel DCC controller that comes with this controller http://e-hobbyland.com/baezcodcccos.html I've seen it here on sale and also as part of a set my LHS has with 2 engines DCC ready. I have 3 harley train sets coming that i...
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    My Layout in Fort Dodge

    b28_82 can you tell me the basics of your benchwork ? are those 1 x 4's for the frame 2 x2's as the legs ? and what thickness plywood are you using ? I'm just starting to build my benchwork for an HO layout and cant decide on what to use. Thanks
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    Anyone else having trouble .....

    getting the RTS download from the Atlas website ?
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    New Guy Here - Benchwork and DCC Question

    Thanks Andrew !
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