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For anyone wanting to know how to connect flextrack on a curve, you simply just solder it straight, and then bend it for your curve.
How to reattach the loose tie:
A dab of any glue will hold the tie in place until the ballasting process sets it permanently.
Do you recommend to solder the joints? Do you leave some non-solderes for expansion?
Flex track also comes in handy for switch yards. That way you have less joints to contend with and better performance out of your train.
I agree with John earlier…I would love to see hints on how to connect flex track sections in a curve. That was always a frustrating problem.
I agree with Cody except why cut off the sleeper (tie) when you can use the hobby knife to cut the chair details in situ then install the fishplates (joiners). This means no loose ties at all.
Cody, keep up the excellent work!
Thank you for the video. It is the most simple parts of setting up a layout that can be overlook.
How do you re-attach the tie?
How do you re-secure the tie that was removed and replaced after installing the joiners?
Very helpful for a beginner like me. Thanks!!
Very helpful for me, a beginner. Thanks.
How about proper Soldering of a joint?
Thank you for the tip. I found it helpful.
I would like to see how you join two pieces of flex track on a curve. Is it best to stagger the rail joints for more realism?
Good for what it says. One problem is the various shapes of flex trap cross section, and that not all brands of rail joiners fit all brands of track. I sometimes use code 80 joiners to fit code 83 track, by pinching them slightly. Also, I solder the joint after it is in place to allow better electrical connection.