How to Make a Steel Marble Track with Rail Segments

This video explains the step by step process of making a steel marble track using pre-assembled segments. I made three different types of segments - straight and two types of corners. These are constructed individually by laying the 16 gauge wire on an assembly board and clamping it into place. The pieces of wire are then soldered into place to form each segment. Once creating all of the rail segments, construction of the track begins. Segments are selected one by one and soldered into place. Segments are supported by a small pieces of wire soldered to the bottom of each rail connecting bit. And segments are soldered end to end to extend the track. Working from the bottom to the top, the track is assembled one segment at a time with lots of soldering!
Two tools that are indispensable are the 8" bolt cutter to cut and trim the wire, and the helping hands to hold the wire into place for soldering.

Enjoy!


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