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  1. bellybomber3

    shelf layout question

    I think this is what I am going to use: That way I can run two trains at the same time. Thanks again, Tom
  2. bellybomber3

    shelf layout question

    Thanks guys, expecially screwy squirrel and masonjar. I think those plans have defanite possibilities. I will be in touch with what I deside to built.:thumb: Tom
  3. bellybomber3

    shelf layout question

    Thanks for the replies, I am going to stick with ho scale. There has to be a way to make this work though. Like I said at the start of my other thread continuous loop is important due to it being built for my kids. I will scrap the logging idea for now and concentrate on building a layout for my...
  4. bellybomber3

    HO logging railroad need design help

    Ok, I have scrapped the idea of using this layout. I am back to square one sign1 . I would like some ideas: if I was to build a modular style shelf layout what would be some options for 2 30" by 72" units? I would still like to have a runaround design with a mountain/ tunnel. I would like to...
  5. bellybomber3

    shelf layout question

    Is it reasonable to run a runaround loop on a 30" x 72" ho layout? I was thinking of making a modular unit of this size where I could expand it at a later date. What would be some possible track plans for this size layout? Thanks, Tom
  6. bellybomber3

    HO logging railroad need design help

    Thanks for the replies, I am not really limited to a 5x8 I just found this design and thought it would work. I built a table and have 1/2" plywood and 1/2" foam on top of it and was trying to layout the track design on it last night. I know that the design is Terrain for Train's and was trying...
  7. bellybomber3

    HO logging railroad need design help

    Help me out here: Where would I place a wye in the layout? I was planning to have a sawmill in the open area with a pond/ lake the location and or number of sidings might change to allow for this. On the far left is where the mountain/ tunnels were going to be placed the track on the left will...
  8. bellybomber3

    HO logging railroad need design help

    Here is a plan that I think would satisfy my needs : http://www.internettrains.com/timerridgetrack.htmlDo you see a problem with the track layout? Tom
  9. bellybomber3

    HO logging railroad need design help

    I am new to model railroading in general and need some help designing a layout for the entire famliy to enjoy. I have a table that is 5' by 8' and would like to use that for my layout. Here is what I would like incorporated into the layout: 1. Two individual tracks with a mountain/ tunnels. I...