hey guys im new to n scale i javent even bought any thing whats a good starting point what ahould i do
I would start with deciding on how much space is available for a layout, then research what road or roads I would like to run and select or design a track plan that will fit the space that I have.
Next I would decide on track brand and code.
Once the track and plan is decided on bench work construction can start, when that is done you can start laying track.
The other major decision is weather DC or DCC, I would go for the DCC as it simplifies the wiring and enables you to get up and running with the least hassle.
Then I would start purchasing locos and rolling stock, buildings Etc.
A Lot of the questions that you have can be answered on forums or through the purchase of magazines.
Welcome to the N-scale world, I hope that you have as much fun and pleasure as I have had being in it for the last 35 years.
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Welcome to the MMR Forums, lots of help and advise here. Many friendships made and a general all-round good time.
For anybody starting out a basic requirement is to start here.
Space Mouse’s Beginner’s Guide to Layout Design
http://www.chipengelmann.com/trains/...rsGuide01.html
Then you have to sit yourself down and do some initial planning in these areas.
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Your space limitations.
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Your money limitations.
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Your time limitations.
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Your persoal preferences, (theme) urban, rural, industrial, waterfront, logging, mining, or a various assortment of them.
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4’x8’ plywood pike, Around the room, shelf layout, end to end, looper, staging, multi-level.
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Frieght, passenger, or combination.
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DC, or DCC. for power control.
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Do you have cats ???
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And that is enough for now to get you thinking.
We don’t know your age, but sometimes that has an affect as well. If you eyes are getting a little “dim” then you will certainly want to consider a scale other than “N” ( stands for not normal) Ha Ha.
Keep us informed as to how you are proceeding, but be sure to read Spacemouse’s guide.
Joh
haha thanks alot and im14
Cool thanks
as stated, figure out your space, money restraints, get an idea of what you want, etc.
biggest thing is HAVE FUN!!!
The only thing I would disagree on is DCC makes it easy to get started. If you don’t know electronics you will have to pay somebody to do it. It also adds to the overall price of everything. The last thing I can say is that every board I go to, unless you’re an ace at doing it, it wont be easy. I see DCC help topics ALL THE TIME. I really admire the people who do it flawlessly.
Alright guys thanks for all the help ill figure out all my stuff and get back to yall thamks for all the gelp
I’ll come over when I’m feeling better and help ya out w/ everything.
Just read those amgazines I lent ya. (yeah guys, he’s my next-door neighbor)
aight thanks alot
Well that should help a lot then, a neighbor who is also on here. Just remember the rule of thumb, don’t buy junk or it will run badly and you can get discouraged. Good stuff will cost a little more, but it just means you need a little more time to acquire it. Of course I say this having started with a basic train set just to get myself going, but I knew what to buy after.
I agree on the DCC debate, I use straight DC and get a lot done with it, my layout doesn’t really warrant DCC and I don’t think its needed for everybody, though on a larger layout it might be a lot more practical.