I have had and continue to have problems with the reversing loop. The seems to be a consensus that the legnth of the train (cars and engine) should be less than the section that has been blocked. the reason for this is that the metal wheels of the cars can set off the reversing loop switch. But this is not practical on many layouts due to space and size concerns.
Further, I have read that the section should only be as long as the longest set (consist) of engines you plan to run.
I have also seen problems with the reversing loops where the blocked off section is too close to the switch, and there is a short that occurs at the frog. The short can occur as the engine (longer engines) hit the frog and the tender or rear wheels (truck) are still in the blocked off section.
I know there are always "Bugs" to get out of the system, but I have never seen so many problems and solutions to a particular question.
Any comments would be greatly appreciated.
Chesticus
Further, I have read that the section should only be as long as the longest set (consist) of engines you plan to run.
I have also seen problems with the reversing loops where the blocked off section is too close to the switch, and there is a short that occurs at the frog. The short can occur as the engine (longer engines) hit the frog and the tender or rear wheels (truck) are still in the blocked off section.
I know there are always "Bugs" to get out of the system, but I have never seen so many problems and solutions to a particular question.
Any comments would be greatly appreciated.
Chesticus