I am starting planning my 10th layout (I stopped counting, actually). I have been thinking about previous layouts, and problems I've had. The main problems have been derailments, switch problems, and dirty track. So I'm thinking of going with mostly single track & less switching. It will be more than just a loop, but at the same time, I don't expect an operating night with a dozen modelers, either.
So do you guys who have these elaborate mazes of three track mains, and switching puzzles every regret your decisions, or is cleaning and maintance just a necessary evil that you don't mind?
So do you guys who have these elaborate mazes of three track mains, and switching puzzles every regret your decisions, or is cleaning and maintance just a necessary evil that you don't mind?