Still using my Zero One and no plans to change.
John (G)

Hi Gandalf,
Zero One? I bet you have a Sinclair C5 in your garage as well!
Seriously, I always thought the Z1 had big problems and died a death some time ago.

Sadly no C5 but the Zero One still works fine,
Seems like the digital systems still get interference problems at rail joints so soldered joints are still needed. OK by today's standards I am limited to 16 locos simultaneously and is it 99 other things such as turnouts or lights but I never went that far using the old fashioned passing contact switches for points. I do have the full set of four controllers plugged together although never got the remote ones nor the led track display which must have been tied in with the 99 other bits. Still it is fun to run a quadruple header or the game of running two locos towards each other on the same track. My biggest problem was track continuity and affording the loco modules which although large by what I assume are today's sizes can still be fitted inside the little Hornby 'Nellies' and work reliably (got two of those plastered in Apple Green and will be the theoretical station pilots if I ever get the layout up in the roof done).
At the moment 7/8 scale steam outdoors is the occupation although with 6 inches of snow on the track it is reminicent of 1947 except I cannot call out the Army to shovel the snow away.
I remember that year well.
John (G)

Thanks for the replies, I am looking at buying a 8x6 shed next year to start with and yes the eyes are getting worse (isn't age a scary thing) and think I will be looking at OO and going digital.

Thanks again

Keep in touch mictop, and keep us posted on progress.:)

Regards, 62440.:D

markpturner
 

i started out with a n gauge train set and slowly when the finances allowed i started to build it up starting with a base board and adding scenery /buildings etc now the layout is finished i happy with the end result if you have limited space n gauge is best

On a Bob The Builder sort of note, you are going to have to insulate the Floor/roof and walls of your shed to at least 2 inches thick otherwise you will only be able to use it 8 months of the year! You might also consider what materials you use for the base boards and scenery as extremes of temperature and moisture can play havoc with the shape and line! You will need a good heater and a small dehumidifier as well. But dont it feel good to be in your own space!! Enjoy the new hobby and this forum.

My layout is in a shed and I manage to get out in most weathers.

I find battened plywood is resistant to cold and damp. Have two layouts built this way and no distortion yet