Modifying E-Z Track

[Bubblehead]

I'm new to model railroading and I found a layout that I like by Atlas. My LHS recommended E-Z track after buying my track and looking closer the my layout I notice that 18" 1/3 section on my remote turnout left 44561 needs to be removed. Has anyone tried removing the 18" 1/3 section?

Comparing Bachmann layouts to other track manufactures, it seems that Bachmann should make turnouts without the 18" 1/3 section.

[tiebreaker]

Yes I have, not that difficult as it seems. There are numerous ways  but I found using a 32TPI blade works fine.
In this book it describes exactly what you want to do and is what inspired me to do so.
https://www.walthers.com/book-the-ho-model-railroading-handbook-3rd-edition
Removing the ties after you cut is tricky. You must remove a row to allow the rail joiner to slide on far enough.

[Bubblehead]

Thank you, and have a Happy New Year.