when I switch over to DCC will I need to buy all new track for it? Or does it work all the same?

Thanks guys this will REALLY help my train hobby that I just started.

Thanks guys.

Can someone give me some general tips on building a layout?

Okay thanks! All of this really helps!

But is the bachmann switch track able to let you do it manually even though you can hook it up to a power supply? The reason I ask is because all of my track is bachmann E-Z track and I am not really planning to switch tracks in the future. I know you said I can use a cork Road bed but that will Kinda stick out because I will be using the for only switch tracks.

P.S. you last message did help a lot though

Do they have a website I could go to?

So the bachmann eletric switch track has a little non-powered switch on the side that I can use?

What is a roadbed? (Sorry I am new to this)

I do not know what a cork roadbed is. (sorry)

Well the brand of the track is bachmann. It is E-Z track.  This is the track. I do not know where you get the code number.

http://www.internetrailroad.com/images/bachmann/EZ_44411-large.jpg

Where on the track can I find the brand number?

So they really do not "sell" manual switch track?

Where can I get Ho scale switch track that does not need power so I can just push the switch track instead of having a motor do it? This way I do not need a ton of power supplies.

Jim Banner,

Thanks for all of that information!!! That answered all of my questions including some I have not asked yet. You are a great help!


Thanks,
Mtader (a.k.a Michael)