Ironbound Linkage Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
Do I need a special item to link minecarts together?
Yes, you need to hold an iron chain in your main hand to link carts. Sneak and right-click each cart in sequence to attach them together.
Why won't my minecarts stay connected?
Make sure you're holding an iron chain and sneaking when you right-click each cart. If carts keep separating on curves or slopes, check your cartSpacing configuration—it may be set too wide for your track layout.
Can I disconnect just one cart from the middle of a train?
Yes, hold any axe in your main hand, sneak, and right-click the cart you want to remove. The carts before it will stay linked, and the carts after it will form a new train behind.
What happens to the other carts when I disconnect the lead cart?
When you disconnect the lead cart, the remaining carts will stop moving unless you have brakingAfterTrainSeparation disabled in the config—then they'll continue rolling.
Can I see which carts are linked together?
Yes, linked carts display visual chain connections and particle effects between them as they move, making it clear which carts are part of the same train.
Do the trailing carts need powered rails to move?
No, trailing carts are pulled along by the lead cart and don't need their own power source. Only the lead cart needs to be on powered rails or pushed to get the whole train moving.
Can I adjust how close the carts are to each other?
Yes, the cartSpacing configuration setting controls the distance between linked minecarts. Adjust this value if carts are too far apart or colliding with each other.
Do linked trains work on curved or diagonal tracks?
Yes, trailing carts follow the lead cart along the rails and stay on the track through curves and slopes while maintaining the spacing you've configured.
Can I link carts that are already moving?
You can link stationary carts together, but it's safest to stop all carts before connecting them to avoid breaking the link or unexpected behavior.
What particle effects can I customize?
The mod includes a particle configuration menu where you can choose different visual effects for your linked trains, including flame particles and other options shown in the settings.