Project: Code 55 Test Track

Cork Roadbed Well, I've pretty much worked my index fingers to the bone pushing straight pins through the roadbed. I need to get a thimble or something for next time. Or just let them callous over. But that stings! Didn't hurt too much last night - But this morning - Ooooooch! At any rate - Got the cork roadbed glued and tacked (pinned - OUCH!) to the subroadbed. This is harder than it looks. Even with an exact trackplan glued down, it was still a challenge to make sure everything is in line and aligned. And turnouts are a pain the royal Patoot! The next time I lay track I think I'll look into those ready made ones or buy some cork sheets and make them myself. All in one piece. Although by the time I had to cut cork for the second one I had pretty much figured that out (Again) too. Another skill relearned. (sigh) But that first one - It's just plain fugly. Fugly switch work Engineer's view of roadbed When I get all the pins out of the cork, I can already tell I've got a date with some medium or fine sandpaper for a little light sanding on the roadbed. Got a few rough spots. (sigh)