I assume that the layout will be wider than 3 feet deep at the ends, or you're modeling N scale. In any case, 3 feet deep is an awfully deep reach, especially for a bi-level layout on the upper level.
shortliner said:I think this might be what you want
http://andrews-trains.fotopic.net/c374578.html
Shortliner(Jack)away up here in the Highlands
Thanks for the info, sounds like a fun approach. I would ask Andy Reichart about his Proto87 frogs - he will give you the straight scoop. The problem with the wheels is not normally the depth of the flanges but the width of the tread and flanges.KCS said:Sorry about that. I should have made it clear. I'm using proto87 products and handlaying it in NMRA standards. All is fine except I have some doubt's about their frog's. I'm not sure if standerad flanges will work or not in proto87 frogs. 90% of what I own have Kato roller bearing rucks which have extreamly low profile flanges. I'm still trying to get something drawn up. I've already gone through a couple of drawings but I just don't have the nack for layout design. I am trying to get our scanner to wok so i can get something up