I had created a thread a while back, on trading engine decals to give my layout and others something different, and also provide forigin power to each others layout.  I had a few interested people, and look forward to having some unique engines in time on my layout.

I have attempted to find a book, article DVD or anything on the proper use of the Bells and horns. By proper use I mean the correct toots and clappers that you should hear at crossings, backing up, moving forward and for every thing else.  Can someone please direct me to the correct informaion?

This is the GS&M track plan for now.  I do not have the transition level or the staging yard track plan shown.  both not very exciting to look at.  We do have Red Mesa Mine and Knot Mine on the transition level as it pass around Noose aka Transition level.

The 2 track Main Helix runs from the stage yard located under the lower level up to La Grange.  The Main Helix is used for getting trains in and out of staging and can be back filled with trains during operations. Inner loop is down, outer loop is up.

In a changing world, one may find that what was once community is becoming more centralized.  You would think that as we continue to add people to our sprawling communities there would be more jobs.  You would think that more entertainment choices would be waiting for you so joining a club couldn't be easier because there would be so much diversification out there just waiting for you.