I put down some Woodland Scenics Track-Bed on the actual layout tonight, this time using latex caulk instead of white glue. All I can say is…WOW! This is the absolute BEST method to fasten roadbed to the benchwork, in my case extruded foam insulation board. I used some cheap stuff I got at Home Depot, Polysealer or something like that is the brand, it comes out white but dries clear. It was the cheapest stuff they have (I have a tube of DAP to try as well, but I don’t see the point of paying more for the DAP). I opened the tube with a TINY hole so it came out in a very thin bead. I spread this with a putty knife, and stuck the roadbed on top. The caulk is just tacky enough to hold the roadbed in approximate position yet gives enough and stays fluid long enough to adjust the position before sticking pins in to hold it in place. 2 hours later, the pins can come out and the roadbed is not going to move. I ran a continuous section 12’ long in a matter of minutes.
I also positioned 2 of many Tortoise switch motors, mounting them from the top as I mentioned in other threads. I’m kinda stuck now, I need to buy some more switches and more Tortoises before I can really proceed.
–Randy