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| This is the larger of my two helixes. It is a single track 32" radius helix with seven and three quarter turns. This helix brings trains up from my staging yard to the first or second level and vice-versa. Trains can also traverse from the first to second level for a continuous loop if desired. Both main levels also have balloon tracks, or tracks that make a loop around the helix. This allows me to run a train on each level for open houses. They will also be used as staging tracks during operating sessions. This photo shows the two different methods that I used to construct the balloon tracks. The upper level is the method I preferred and used on the smaller helix for both levels. That method will be discussed later. The lower level method, while stronger, is much more obtrusive as well as difficult to work around. This photo does do a nice job of illusrating the risers used to keep the upper level of balloon track level even though the helix turn is going downgrade. |
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