Power blocks for DC Hon30 layout

[Scott1984]

Hey everyone,
Just thought I would ask about wiring for power blocks in DC on spurs. When I finally get to build the top section of my layout, I will have 3 turnouts that I would like to have isolated so I can park a train on them and run another one at the same time. I think i have a basic knowledge of how to do it but I thought I would ask here to make sure I have it right. I have some toggle switches to shut the power off to the spur sections, just want to know how to wire them up. I also have some insulated rail joiners for those tracks as well. It will be a while till I get to that stage but figured I better get my ducks in a row before hand. Thanks!!

[Scottl]

I would just cut one rail and put a thin styrene shim in the gap so it can't close.  Then just a toggle switch wired to connect the gap.  No need to do it for both rails.

[Scott1984]

Thanks Scott!!! I am terrible at wiring so any help is appreciated. I know this is a dumb question but what is the best way to wire the toggle switch? Sorry, I know these are really basic questions. 

[Scottl]

One side of the toggle would be from the track power for the cut rail, the other side of the toggle would go to the isolated/cut rail.  Nice and easy.

[Scott1984]

Thanks!!! Sounds pretty simple. Would I still need insulated joiners on that section?

[Scottl]

An insulated joiner on one rail or cut it and fill with a bit of styrene.  The latter would look better but both work fine.

[Scott1984]

Thanks!! That is a big help. I will try not to ask too many dumb questions.

[Scottl]

Happy to help