Good question! I know that as soon as I throw the switch to the divergent, the train stops so it can't even get to the divergent. The turnouts are new, they should be wired OK! I'm going to do some more testing

My reply is a question:
      I built a HO layout with 7 turnouts (regular Atlas no 6 turnouts) I had 2 power packs and insulated joiners and got 2 trains running independently. Switched yards etc. no problem.
     I bought a collection of N trains with EZ track and power routing turnouts. Now nothing works! What is the use of these turnouts other than causing electrical problems?

I got this citizen's kit of HO scale figures with the paint, the brush but no painting fluid. I bought this kit used on E-Bay and it seems to date back to the 70's. I conclude the painting fluid has evaporated a long time ago. What is this painting fluid and where can I find some
Bob