Since the last post announcing our intention to start a new project for a small-ish twin gauge layout based on Minffordd there is some solid progress to report.
One of the main reference points to establish early on (pun not intended, for once) was the position of the turnout from the Cambrian line into the exchange yard, because this also dictates where the FR overbridge goes.
For this project we've decided to use Peco's new Code 75 bullhead track for the standard gauge because it has a much more realistic look in terms of sleeper spacing.
It's a premium product in terms of price, but as there won't be that much standard gauge track on show it won't ruin us, while in the storage sidings hidden out of sight we will transition to a more economical choice of Code 100!
However, the bullhead range is in its infancy and there is a very limited choice of points available so far.
As you probably already know, the Cambrian line through Minffordd is curved, and this included the point into the yard.
For now Peco only make straight points, but with a little scalpel surgery on the plastic sleepers, and some gentle manipulation, Himself has succeeded in persuading the point to take a subtle leftwards bend.
You can see that he's also cut out a basic wooden template for the FR overbridge and the subway tunnel leading to the narrow gauge station.
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