hook up a power pack or DCC
system, lay down 3x5 cards for
the car spots, and start operat-
ing. The cost at this point would
be minimal.
Once up and running you could
then go back and embark on
a full-blown, all-out detail
assault, picking projects as the
mood strikes you. The beauty
of a layout such as this is that
it lends itself to a very focused
effort without feeling over-
whelmed by the pressure of