#6 - 50' & 60' Radius Switch Construction Information (Gene L & Railroad Supply)
#6 - 50' Radius Switch Construction Information
#6 - 50’ Radius Switch Construction diagram. The hand written items represents what Gene L. has been building for the railroad. Note the other diagram is a reference document from Railroad Supply Engineering Handbook.
Train Rides at Georgia International Horse Park on August 29th & 30th 2009
While NGLS was in between homes and building a new railroad. The club had a portable track that was used to continue to build awareness of the club and future railroad. Here are some pictures of us operating the portable track at the Georgia International Horse Park in August 2009.
While NGLS was in between homes and building a new railroad. The club had a portable track that was used to continue to build awareness of the club and future railroad. Here are some pictures of us operating the portable track at the Georgia International Horse Park in August 2009.
Georgia International Horse Park- July 4, 2009
As part of Conyers' July 4th celebration at GIHP, NGLS operated the portable track and gave rides to the general public. Below are some pictures from the event.
New Railroad Construction Begins May 23, 2009
Construction begins on May 23, 2009 of what will become the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad..
Boiler Inspection Day - April 6, 2009
Boiler inspection day is always a great time for club members to come out get together and have a little fun after an inspection. Here are some great photos of the club steamer running at a member’s private track after getting the all clear.
Boiler inspection day is always a great time for club members to come out get together and have a little fun after an inspection. Here are some great photos of the club steamer running at a member’s private track after getting the all clear.
Track Radius Calculations
Rail Bending
In laying curved track, it is important to get a good arc for a continuous curve. A curve made by bending rail at the two ends results in a parabolic shape. Therefor, a rail bender is preferred. Details on how to properly bend rail and determine radius is listed in the this document.
