I cut and pasted the 1:1 layout template print out for the next sections of track on Friday night and also tested two forms of gluing the cork roadbed
to the sub-roadbed. Using two techniques I experimented with scrap pieces of cork roadbed on some scrap 3/4" plywood. The first experiment was with the 3M
77 spray adhesive, it goes on fairly easily, and requires a bit of technique because it has to set up a minute and get tacky before you set the cork roadbed
to the plywood. Once it is tacky you can set the cork in place then use push pins to hold. The second experiment was with grey latex caulk, and it is much
easier and faster to use. I squeeze a small bead along the bottom center-line of the cork roadbed, and then with a small metal spatula I spread the caulk
evenly on the whole bottom surface of the cork. Then lay the cork down in place and the caulk holds curves like a charm. For safety and assurance I tack
in push pins every 4 to 6 inches and allow it to set. The next morning I pulled all the pins out of the cork and both test pieces of roadbed were fully
set onto the plywood. The caulk goes on cleaner and faster, so I decided to continue the rest of the cork roadbed with this technique.
