Re: Modelling stub switches

Posted by Todd A Ferguson on Aug 22, 2015; 9:26pm
URL: http://c-sng-discussion-forum.254.s1.nabble.com/Modelling-stub-switches-tp2408p3261.html

Jeff and others,

Did the C&S use tie plates on all the turnout ties?

Most narrow gauge didn't seem to use tie plates very often.  Only slide plates under the moving rails and some strap plates under the frogs if I recall from my photos of the salvaged RGS stubs at the CRRM.

I was curious when I saw you using the Proto 87 tie plates.  Their throwbars might make good bridles in HO too. They work well once you get the hang of them. I think they make an HOn3 size too...

Also look up turnout construction photos by Tony Sisson on the web.  He made some very nicely detailed turnouts and did clinics at RPM meets back here on the east coast.  Some interesting ideas he used too. Worth a look I my view.

Best,
Todd Ferguson
Harrisburg, NC