This was the last layout. It had lots of track and turnouts (switches). It was a representation of Rutland Vt. on a 4X8 train table. It grew and the track plan changed many times over the years. It was really a hodge podge of material from numerous manufacturers. It had a sags at the 2 ft. and 6 ft. marks with a peak in the middle at 4 ft. Numerous turnouts were across the peak. It all worked when I powered it with DC but the peak and sags caused many short circuits in DCC. There were many loose connections under the layout, several different sizes of wire in use, and all kinds of shims to try to make it level and straight. It was kind of a redneck operation in retrospect.
Once I figure out how to attach pictures I'll share the 3rd layout with you and also "builder" photos of the "New" Rutland Railroad.
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