Monthly Archives: April 2011

How many cars can an Sn2 Forney Pull?

Posted on April 27, 2011 by narrowtracks

I have dreams of building a large Sn2 SR&RL layout that contains 6-10 locations along the line in a manner to support Time-Table and Train Order (TT&TO) operations. For a long time, I’ve considered that the Forney’s would relegate my layout designs … Continue reading →

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Video of Sn2 Modules – February 2011

Posted on April 20, 2011 by narrowtracks

Here is a video of my Sn2 Free-mo modules setup in my basement. The video provides a verbal description of what is seen. Since this video was shot, I’ve added new lighting to the room, re-arranged the layout to take … Continue reading →

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Swing Bridge at Layout Entrance – Charlie Comstock’s video by MRH

Posted on April 20, 2011 by narrowtracks

Someday, I expect my SR&RL railroad will go around the basement, possibly on multiple levels.  So I’ve been considering how to handle the tracks at the entrance.  Two prior layouts have had high (48″ or higher) duckunders to access portions … Continue reading →

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NMRA MCR Division 7 Open House – April 10th

Posted on April 12, 2011 by narrowtracks

This past Sunday I presented a clinic on Free-mo to MCR Division 7 of the NMRA and hosted an open house to view my Sn2 Free-mo modules.  Based on the number of nodding heads (there were 2 out of 50), … Continue reading →

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Free-mo Clinic Handout – Presented to NMRA MCR Divsion-7 on April 10, 2011

Posted on April 11, 2011 by narrowtracks

On April 10th, I introduced NMRA MCR Division 7 to Free-mo by presenting an introduction to Free-mo clinic and hosting a post meeting open house.   The following itext is the handout provided with additional links.  The advantage of the version below, … Continue reading →

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