[tkruger]

Now I plan to run the power to multiple points in my layout. I want to use as few pieces of individual track as possible. For this reason I do not want to use terminal pieces that are only nine inches. What is the best way to connect the wires straight to the flex track? I was thinking of just soldering them to the outside of the rails. I would drill a small hole to hide each wire in.

 

[Southern]

I use terminal joiners. Most hobby shops sell them.



This link is for the walthers web site.

http://www.walthers.com/exec/productinfo/150-842

 

[stationmaster]

I soldered connections every 10'-12' on my layout, although each module has a means of being connected, so that means I can connect every 3'-6' if need be. I used "mini" receptacles to connect each module. Got them at Radio Shack, I think.

Make sure to solder on the OUTSIDE of the rails and not he inside.

 

[Boston&Maine]

You just got

by the Walthers website! :laugh:

 

[stationmaster]

I guess they don't like free advertising.

 

[T-Man]

I don't get it.

That's right it was a picture.

 

[Boston&Maine]

I don't get it.

You missed it... It looks like Southern edited his post

Hey, it works for me :dunno:

 

[Southern]

I just made my own pics.

Some day I may get around to ballasting the track.

In this photo you can see all three types that I have on my layout. Powered, insulated, and regular couplers