There was a GREAT Workbench Wednesday about track maintenance.
Cleaning Track
DON’T Use
- Sandpaper
- Steel wool
DO Use
- Track cleaning eraser
- White ink eraser
- Rubbing Alcohol
- Citrus based (Goo-Gone)
How often to clean
- Whenever you need it
What is the Minimum Curve
- Depends on the Engine/Car
- Curve is Diameter from center-rail to center-rail
Common FasTrack Problems
Illuminated FasTrack
- How they work
- Insulated outside rail
- Works with AC Transformer
Improving Connectivity
Converting Manual Switch to Remote Switch
- It can’t be done
- Remote switches now have Command Control.
FasTrack Railroad Crossings