Hand-built Z-Scale Turnouts using FastTracks tools and parts

Steve, that sounds great.  Like anything else, there is some initial learning,  but mistakes are usually fixable and even if not then the materials are not so costly that it's no big deal to re-do some or all of a turnout.  In the long run it is very rewarding and a very useful skill to learn with many benefits.

Here is a vid that I like which covers the process in more detail, it is pretty similar to what I do.  The only real difference from Z scale is the distance between the rails, even the flangeway dimensions are pretty close. 

(Note, for Z scale gauges, I use the Micro-trains coupler height tool, which also has a track gauge; and for flangeways I use 0.024" automotive feeler gauges, tho I think you could also get away with the tabs on an N scale NMRA gauge.  I also find a caliper handy, tho it is not critical.)

I've you've never built soldered track before, it can be helpful to start with some regular track, to get the hang of the techniques

Ed