Page#9 UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Improving S Helper Track Appearance - Weathering
Shown here are straight S Helper Service Sectional Track used to create a Grade (in Back) and curved sectional track connecting to custom made double crossing on Authors Layout. The crossing will accommodate "scale" and "Hi-Rail (AF) wheels, just as SHS track does.Some ideas on a greater realism, modifying and customizing SHS Sectional Track and Flex-Track
Comparison of "weathered" SHS sectional track (top) and untouched SHS sectional track (bottom)Below both sections joined showing various
degrees of weathering and improving
realism of SHS sectional track.


Removing rail by sliding rail out away from joiner, carefully so as not to damage "spikes" and tie strip. Top and bottom view

Tie strip from Flex and Sectional SHS track, painted and weathered

more coming and greater in-depth explanations and" how-to's" on S track also see links in adjacent column to SHS, AM, and Tom's etc for their track product lines, and helpful information.
Your contributions are welcomed!