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Welcome to TrainGuy Don 's Blog! I’ve been interested in both real and model trains all my life. About a year ago I started a major project to build a model train layout in our basement, called the Scripter Basement Railroad (SBRR). My wonderful wife gave me the keys to our back basement room, saying I should have a space all to myself to pursue a train layout. She also said something about it being nice she will be able to close the door, hiding whatever lies beyond (I am messy). Prior to acquiring the room, the dream of a layout was there, but no suitable space was available. Starting the construction of the layout at the same time as the start of the pandemic was purely chance, although having the layout project has been very helpful with the reality of staying at home and dealing with Covid19 safely. I was fortunate in having purchased most of the materials needed for building the layout table just prior to the lock down. I have also relied on...