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[crash]

About how big a layout can I build without having to run feeder wires using Bachmann EZ track? I want to be sure my trains run smoothly.

[jbrock27]

The answer is, provide as many feeder wires as you find necessary, given the linear feet of track you have, to have locos run smoothly. 

[Len]

About how big a layout can I build without having to run feeder wires using Bachmann EZ track? I want to be sure my trains run smoothly.

As a general rule, pretty much any layout bigger than a basic train set loop will need additional feeders. More so if you're using steel track.

Len

[jbrock27]

That adds to the discussion...

Crash Test Dummy, if indeed you are using steel track and are considering expanding your Empire, I would give serious consideration to buying nickel silver track and cease any further purchase of steel track.

[crash]

Thanks for the info. I am converting my steel track to nickel silver as my wallet allows. Also my track size now is two 4 x8 tops connected by a 4' x  30" section to give it a "U" shape. No feeder wires. I use Bachmann EZ Command power.

[jbrock27]

Thank you.  I will take all those things you stated as compliments

And yes, I must apologize as I did not understand your answer to mean that.  I thought you were insinuating alot had been said but an  answer to  the question was somehow being avoided.  I now see that was not what you were saying and I am sorry.

Thanks as well for the mechanical kudos.  I had to employ some of that persistence this afternoon while assembling a mountain bike from parts made in China.  I guess the Chinese don't quite understand that if a hex head screw is stripped it makes it difficult to loosen the screw.