Hon30 track (tie strips) and Hon30 TTrak riser

[timwatson]

I'm releasing two 3d printable files today and also a WiP of creating a Hon30 TTrak module specification.
Happy Thanksgiving!

1. Hon30 track ties strips for code 55 rail
https://www.printables.com/model/658152-hon30-track-tie-strips-for-code-55-rail

2. Hon30 TTrak riser so you can create you own Hon30 TTrak module. I am working with John Kraft on the specs for those now.  https://www.printables.com/model/658098-hon30-ttrak-riser

The TTrak dimensions are built around a normal n scale TTrak double. I have it modeled here and it uses hardboard and epoxy construction. https://www.tinkercad.com/things/7jt7hsdAxD6-hon30-ttrak-1x2-double-module


My tie strips compared to the Peco Hon30 SL-400 flex track.

[Chris333]

Man those supports take a while to remove    but it printed great. Under the UV light right now.

Thanks!

[timwatson]

Man those supports take a while to remove    but it printed great. Under the UV light right now.

Thanks!

I place an exacto next to the tie vertically and twist. They pop off quick that way. When you lay it, glue down the ties then pop the rail in. Make sure to gauge the rails as well because there is wiggle room in the gauge so use a track gauge before you glue the rail down.

[JeffB]

Interesting Tim...

You did a great job on the grain detail!

Jeff

[timwatson]

Interesting Tim...

You did a great job on the grain detail!

Jeff

That's a high complement coming from you, thanks @JeffB - now you can come join the Hon30 fun! Also in my Printables profile you can find the wood grain texture files.

[timwatson]

If you use the Hon30 Peco "rough" track, I also have created a 3d file to help decrease the gap of those ties so it resembles more N. American tie spacing.
Just snip the webbing on the Peco rail and add in the 3d printed ties as as filler.

https://www.printables.com/model/658204-hon30-peco-sl-400-rough-track-ties

[Chris333]

But how is the layout going? 

[timwatson]

But how is the layout going? 

SQUIRREL(s)!!!!!


But TBH I think I am going to rip up the PECO track and use my tie strips. It works good but I am kind of biased now on the track work.