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That can be the case frequently, but there are also some folks with road-specific knowledge on some boards who will answer questions or point you to a good source. There actually is a standard answer to the FT question, which is ABBA regardless of the roadname, although exceptions certainly...

Yes, it is your railroad... I would get a matching CSX caboose to go with the locomotive. I am interpreting your list as including a Rock Island caboose. I'd also stay away from the "Undecorated"-- it literally means that, an unpainted car. Probably will be gray or black plastic.

Another thought... I understand your interest in going with flex track but it might make sense to invest in some Code 55 sectional track, just to get going. It will give you an idea of what will and won't work. You can then move to the flex track later and use the sectional track for...

It's basic but Atlas has the "Right Track Software" for free on their website. Atlas Model Railroad Co. I believe there are other choices as well, can anyone else chime in?

My view: as long as they are good quality, no. A few folks I know do get replacement metal wheels and they tell me that they track better, help bring the center of gravity of the car down a bit and perhaps most importantly, provide a satisfying sound as they roll down the rails. But the...

Rats, I was going to call dibs on that! Anyway, yes, I agree with the idea of a DC controller and a DCC ready loco. Let us know what you buy and we'll suggest companion rolling stock until you beg us to quit!

"High Speed" is actually the name of the company that manufactured / marketed these items, so the seller just transcribed what was printed on the box. I think they also manufacture / market toy and model vehicles such as the ones that Wal-Mart has been selling.

Some of the DCC systems utilize a DC powerpack as their source, so it would not necessarily be a waste of money. If I had to take a "do over" I would probably start with DCC, since I think it is less expensive in the long run. Where you start depends on your budget. There are some...

Model Train Stuff is the web name for MB Klein. They are very reputable. My guess is that you're considering an Atlas locomotive with DCC already installed. In another thread you tossed out the $150 number. If that's Canadian and including shipping and PST/GST, my quick calculation says...

I think you can do better than $80 with some patience. I have seen them go for less and for more. Don't forget the shipping... sometimes those bargains aren't so great after that uplift. I don't think I paid quite that much for mine but I don't remember the total cost, nor where I bought it!

Cannonball, the Micro-Trains wheels or even the later Atlas wheels are plastic and will fit in most of the entry level / train set cars. I've done this and it's an instant "upgrade" in running quality without changing anything else. As some modelers change to the low profile wheels that MTL...

The Atlas Trainman rolling stock is fine and fits neatly into the mid-range or operator (I like that term also!) category. Much of it is the older tooling from their standard line, including their version of the PS-1 boxcar. All of the cars have trucks with the generic "Accumate" couplers...

True... I had forgotten about them. They are basically copies of what most of us think are early Bachmann rolling stock, with non-swiveling trucks and sort of not really working Rapido couplers. Believe it or not, there are some folks who've made working N Scale items out of some of the...

Sorry... more thoughts. You might consider thinking about a particular time and place that you would want to model. That may drive some of your decisions about what rolling stock to buy. For example, I model a fictional shortline in the Adirondacks of New York in the year 1963. That...

It is largely a matter of personal taste. It's also a matter of "you get what you pay for". There are twice as many opinions on this as there are modelers -- maybe more opinions than that-- but I will share mine. I divide the rolling stock market into three broad categories: Entry...

The Unofficial Micro-Trains Release Report website has been updated. The May 2007 Archive Edition is now available there. UMTRR: The Unofficial Micro-Trains Release Report-Since 1996! In addition, all release tables have been updated to reflect May releases and discontinued items. This...

Even if you could tack on another six inches, it would make a big difference in keeping the track away from the edge of the layout. Make sure that no matter what you're going with, you can physically reach each part of the layout, as I'd mentioned on a previous thread.

Now I'm a little lost by someone telling you that N Scale has a maximum bend of 22 inches. That's simply not true. There are several different ways to make curves with track. There is sectional track-- pieces that are put together. There is also flexible track which can be curved to any...

Welcome! Although smaller radius curves exist, many people like to use at least 11 inch radius track (when using sectional track that is) which will fit in the 24 inch space you have on the left side of the area you have. I would be a little more concerned about the 40 inch width on the...

If you're going to do TH's you need to find the logo on white paper to scan from... not so easy... I lucked out in that there was a promo flyer about something which was printed on white paper and was of the right size to scan in.