Re: transition module

[scott a smiley <sc.smiley@juno.com>]

I general I think that this is a lot more trouble than it is worth.  Now
that many engines run in command mode the idea has more merit but still
interferes with operation.  With command, we could at least independently
control the engines when two are on the same track.

If the goal is to have trains doing things at our shows, stopping several
takes at one time is not keeping with that goal.

We have the sidings for staging and even though it takes a human crane to
load them, they can be loaded while the main line is running.

My siding set up feeds off of track three but also is set up to connect
to Steve's siding alignment that comes off of track 4.  Also I have
connected the end of my siding to track 4 so trains could move between 3
and 4.  Seldom used since the siding would have to be clear of stock
using the accessories.  I do require coordination with track 4 for that
crossing.


Scott


On Mon, 02 Jul 2007 09:52:29 -0500 Steve Wise <swise@aoot.com> writes:
> Here is another idea for allowing switching between the 4 main lines. 
> 
> With this type of module, and cooperation between the 4 operators, 
> an 
> engineer could pull their engine out from the roundhouse or transfer 
> 
> table and bring it onto whatever main line they are using.
> 
> More fodder for thought...
> 
> 
> Steve.
> 
>