Many people devote much time and effort into mitigating the damaging effects of time on their full scale contraptions.
The people who make miniatures of real life contraptions seem to embrace the imperfections bestowed by time, to the point where they will devote much time and effort into replicating that damage on their miniatures.
Hi. I Am Starting My Own Model Railroad Layout From Scratch. I Have Some Trains That I have Collected Over the Years, But Never Really Got Started Building a Layout. What Are Some Ideas Or Tips You Could Give To Me About Making My first Affordable layout For My HO Trains??? Thanks for The Input! Your Railroad Layout Inspires me To Think And Build Big And never Stop Dreaming About My Layout And Add Ons. Thanks for Posting And Please Help me With Some Suggestions. Thanks! :)
Very nice layout you have there, however I do have a comment on the UP coal train. Genset locomotives on the Union Pacific do not pull coal trains. Coal trains on the UP are generally pulled only with AC4400CW, SD90MAC, and AC6000 locomotives. Not being mean, just figured I would let you know.
Its looks so real and detailed you even got graffiti in the tunnel. You should try and mount the camera on the side of the train it would look awesome.
I had to watch it again I like it but what is up with those squeaky Railbox cars they caused my ears to bleed LOL but its still a great layout why does'nt MR add it to their GREAT RAILROADS issues??
One of the nicest vids of one of the nicest layouts on the tube you would be surprised at the number of modelers who run stack and z trains and dont weather their trailers or containers it makes such a difference to realism everything about the layout was just beautiful you're my kind of modeler "everything just right. I am looking forward to seeing more of your modeling. You're the Goods Steve
@bdrastal Hi, I built it from scratch with a few measurements taken of the prototype in Plymouth MA whilst on vacation. Just built on O scale one as well.
Agreed on the weathhering...spot on. Realistic yet subtle that does'nt detract from the details of the car. Chalk or Airbrush? One constructive comment. New England is a bit greener IMHO than the rest of the country. Unless it has'nt rained in awhile. Still in all I'm green with envy.
You're welcome. I fitted a Soundtraxx Tsunami in the Surfliner and one of those rectangular Bass Reflex speakers, a relatively easy install and well worth it.
this is such an awesome layout, long bends through truly some of the best scenery I've ever seen. And the weathering on your cars is totally mint. Well done to you!
I have to comment on this one. My Compliments to you on this layout If you have done these structures yourself Well My hats are off to you. Best I have seen in a modern day setting Newman
@ShrinehillRail Thanks Newman, yes all the structures that I made a point of filming were scratch built by myself, this is the most enjoyable part of building a layout for me together with the enjoyment of watching 'long trains' just running around the layout - I've never been one for 'switching'.
Yes I meant Dunkin Doughnuts.I used to go to Dunkin Doughnuts every day when I was growing up in Chicago.Now they are so expensive it's unbeleivable.I found a Dunkin Doughnuts in Columbia Tennessee 10 miles from my house.
@cbnut81 Do you mean the Dunkin Donuts ? if so, I scratch built it from photographs and a couple of measurements taken on my visit to Plymouth last September.
My goodness! As soon as I saw it, I had to leave a comment: Love your Pacific Parlour Car. If you don't mind, Who made it? & what details did you have to change if any? (Even tho I'm a 2 rail O Scale modeler, I feel compelled to ask since I've spent many hours riding aboard the real Parlour Cars)
@TrainDr101 the Parlour Car is from Overland Model Inc. I bought it a few years ago off ebay. I haven't changed anything about it - straight out the box onto the layout. I travelled on it back in 2007 from Emeryville to Seattle. Finding a model of it was a gem !
@raillink2002 the whole layout is lit with fluorescent lighting, those on the lower level are 'link lights' as used for under kitchen cabinets - copy and paste the link below, find lighting then fluorescent lighting and you'll have a better idea.
@csxketh1 the "squel" wasn't intentional, it just materialised after I had painted the wheel sets of some of the cars, I wasn't sure about it at first, but now I've got used to it. Thanks for your comments, I'll be doing a couple more videos soon
BEAUTIFUL LAYOUT!I only hope someday I can build a layout I can be proud of.I liked the Dunkin Doughnuts restaurant and Radio Shack My favorite electronics store.
@cbnut81 Glad you liked the layout, the Dunkin Donuts is based on the one at 15 Main Street, Plymouth MA. My first taste of Dunkin Donuts - Boston Kreme rocks !!
@damianbradley At the moment just the Unit Grain Train, though I do have quite a few KCS engines - I like the Southern Belle paint scheme. I tend to run what ever takes my fancy.
@MrSebifast The SD70ACes are all MTH and I'm very happy with their performance in DCC mode, had no problem with them what so ever. The Norfolk Southern SD70M-2 is an MTH as well. Glad you enjoyed the 'tour' !
Thanks very much for the great layout tour, as a fellow CFNR modeler, I loved seeing your GP15's in action, I'm guessing these are Athearn Genesis models , custom painted and decalled, or were these commercial models painted as is, as if so, I will have to start hunting the net for a pair. :-) Cheers! Koos
How did you build the Davis depot? I'm planning on building the same, and got PDF drawings from the city of Davis sent. I'm modeling the CFNR with Davis included. I'm also in the UK (devon). Cheers!
@k2kkoos I spent the morning there a couple of years ago taking as many photos as I possibly could, took several measurements ie height and width of the main arches etc, then when I got home I set too with AutoCad and drew up the plans. Overall it took best part of 4 months to complete - did the same with the Tower. Roy
That is a NICE layout!! The depot @ Davis is a great replica of the real one!! The first time I saw your first vid I thought is the real one! What kind of palm trees are you using they look very realistic........keep making these vids!!
@espee1976 Thanks for your kind comments. The palms are from a store in the UK, but I think you can get them elsewhere they are made with war gamers in mind as opposed to model railroaders. The guy has a web site - just type 'the model tree shop' into google. For some reason I can't get the link into this message.
one of the most realistic modelrailways ive seen!!
arealdoozey 3 days ago
I see there is one HIGHLY jealous person. Awesome layout!
Defiant47 3 days ago
freaking awsome video and layout man!!!!:D
arlingtontrains7 4 days ago
Many people devote much time and effort into mitigating the damaging effects of time on their full scale contraptions.
The people who make miniatures of real life contraptions seem to embrace the imperfections bestowed by time, to the point where they will devote much time and effort into replicating that damage on their miniatures.
There is an interesting irony here, is there not?
3nasacova 1 week ago
That Big Boy is bad ass
gtptim2007 1 week ago
i wish that Bigboy was hauling 130 cars today out on the UP mainlines
shadowdemon46 2 weeks ago
@shadowdemon46 you and me both
BNSF1985 17 hours ago
Love the detail in this layout. Great Job!!
vettebecker1 2 weeks ago
My 7 year old son Jason says he likes your layout very much. His favorite scene is your California station area. Well done!
Vincent Zablocki
zablocki22 2 weeks ago
this is the best i've seen
om569 2 weeks ago
really awesome but one thing you said you've been to mass, wheres the hoosac tunnel???
GOTHICSTEELE1 2 weeks ago
Terrific! ... thanks
bluedoris88 3 weeks ago
That 4-8-8-4 is BEAUTIFUL
dancinmike2004 4 weeks ago
looks like the rr crossings are malfuntioning at 11:19 lol!
superbnsf1 1 month ago
Nice Job !!
TheJramos1970 1 month ago
Are the depots custom made and the dunkin donuts
fredfredburger1213 1 month ago
Grwat Job
kive33 1 month ago
at 10:09.. now this is real train set. youy got the true graff on it! thats awesome!
imwkidteck 1 month ago
This is one fantastic layout. Hope to see more video from it. This will be an all time favorite.
csx4402 1 month ago
could you tell were you can get the crossings at 8:08
dukees1000 1 month ago
NICE!! Gives me ideas.
mttrains 1 month ago
That is one hell of a job you did!!!! congrats, and thanks for sharing that with us.
Waldopepperaxel 2 months ago
Hi. I Am Starting My Own Model Railroad Layout From Scratch. I Have Some Trains That I have Collected Over the Years, But Never Really Got Started Building a Layout. What Are Some Ideas Or Tips You Could Give To Me About Making My first Affordable layout For My HO Trains??? Thanks for The Input! Your Railroad Layout Inspires me To Think And Build Big And never Stop Dreaming About My Layout And Add Ons. Thanks for Posting And Please Help me With Some Suggestions. Thanks! :)
Believerinchrist995 2 months ago
Great.
csxns 2 months ago
Thank you for sharing your RR with us. Awesome job!
gunsandhoses180 2 months ago
Is that Western Pacific locomotive based on a modern prototype?
I thought the W.P. went extinct decades ago.
EdM021 2 months ago
awesome video cant wait to get mine going again been 5 years
monte19961 2 months ago
You did an amazing job. I havent done model trains since I was a kid and my god how far things have come. Thanks for sharing your layout.
WTurbiasz 2 months ago
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kittycraft 2 months ago
Hello
Which sound are you fitted in sound decoder in the Surfliner at min 12:30? It's wonderful
Thanks
SuperFrecciaNera 2 months ago
@SuperFrecciaNera Hi the Surfliner is fitted with a Soundtraxx Tsunami EMD 710 3rd Generation decoder. Thanks KCSroy
KCSroy 2 months ago
@KCSroy Hello. Which are the article number of this decoder?
Thanks
SuperFrecciaNera 2 months ago
@SuperFrecciaNera 828052 TSU-GN1000 EMD 710. Take a look at Soundtraxx's website, well worth a visit !
KCSroy 2 months ago
@KCSroy Thanks very much
SuperFrecciaNera 2 months ago
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@KCSroy OK... and which are the article number of the speaker that you have used? Thanks
SuperFrecciaNera 2 months ago
@KCSroy Great Job
kive33 1 month ago
Greater Job!!
fernandobigozz 3 months ago
Very Cool stuff! It's OK to get older but that does'nt mean we have to grow up. Thanks for posting.
md63linc 3 months ago
Beautiful layout, amazing workmanship and awesome detail. Thanks so much for sharing it with us!!!!
disturbed1954 3 months ago
very nice!!so real
Bentreed2011 3 months ago
awesome video and amazing detail - it's a keeper - thanks kcs
sousafan100 4 months ago
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UPfan4life 4 months ago
Very nice layout you have there, however I do have a comment on the UP coal train. Genset locomotives on the Union Pacific do not pull coal trains. Coal trains on the UP are generally pulled only with AC4400CW, SD90MAC, and AC6000 locomotives. Not being mean, just figured I would let you know.
UPfan4life 4 months ago
I personally think that layout is a up to date layout and is prototipical which you as much really good details
seniorbiscut 4 months ago
is your layout dc or dcc? if DCC,what system do u use?
nsfan4life 4 months ago
@nsfan4life Hi, thanks for your question, the layout is DCC and I use a Digitrax system.
KCSroy 4 months ago
Its looks so real and detailed you even got graffiti in the tunnel. You should try and mount the camera on the side of the train it would look awesome.
greddy0513 5 months ago
cool
digitalqw33r 5 months ago
I watched it again its still an awesome layout Steve
cvgeeps 5 months ago
Great video and layout/ Enjoyed watching very much
Rdrake1413 5 months ago
Beautiful layout!
justkiddin08 5 months ago
Perhaps the best layout I've ever seen! Thanks for sharing!
jlwii2000 5 months ago
This is sweet! Awesome detail!
strato311 5 months ago
great layout that looks so real and acurategreat job!
norfolksouthern8941 6 months ago
I had to watch it again I like it but what is up with those squeaky Railbox cars they caused my ears to bleed LOL but its still a great layout why does'nt MR add it to their GREAT RAILROADS issues??
cvgeeps 7 months ago
Youre layout looks absolutly great, superb details
challenger3999 7 months ago
Excellent scenery execution and nicely weathered rolling stock. Work on the camera shake.
duckdogger 7 months ago
Thanks Steve for your kind comments. Just a little weathering can make all the difference and adds so much.
KCSroy 7 months ago
One of the nicest vids of one of the nicest layouts on the tube you would be surprised at the number of modelers who run stack and z trains and dont weather their trailers or containers it makes such a difference to realism everything about the layout was just beautiful you're my kind of modeler "everything just right. I am looking forward to seeing more of your modeling. You're the Goods Steve
cvgeeps 7 months ago
yuh realli have a good looking layout
mookie94100 7 months ago
were did u get thaat dunkin dounuts buildingim trying to model a frendilys
bdrastal 8 months ago
@bdrastal Hi, I built it from scratch with a few measurements taken of the prototype in Plymouth MA whilst on vacation. Just built on O scale one as well.
KCSroy 8 months ago
nice weahtering on all the cars
csxt7666 8 months ago
Agreed on the weathhering...spot on. Realistic yet subtle that does'nt detract from the details of the car. Chalk or Airbrush? One constructive comment. New England is a bit greener IMHO than the rest of the country. Unless it has'nt rained in awhile. Still in all I'm green with envy.
bnsfozzy 10 months ago
You're welcome. I fitted a Soundtraxx Tsunami in the Surfliner and one of those rectangular Bass Reflex speakers, a relatively easy install and well worth it.
KCSroy 10 months ago
Thank you for showing us your layout. An awesome sound on the Surfliner.
TheHeavyload 10 months ago
Thanks Scott, can't wait for my next vacation to the West Coast, it's been a couple of years. Another trip to Caliente is a must !
KCSroy 10 months ago
DAMN what a layout! This is by far the best I've seen. Keep up the great work. Love the west coast.
scott4152 11 months ago
this is such an awesome layout, long bends through truly some of the best scenery I've ever seen. And the weathering on your cars is totally mint. Well done to you!
Matt
matty101a 11 months ago
I have to comment on this one. My Compliments to you on this layout If you have done these structures yourself Well My hats are off to you. Best I have seen in a modern day setting Newman
ShrinehillRail 11 months ago
@ShrinehillRail Thanks Newman, yes all the structures that I made a point of filming were scratch built by myself, this is the most enjoyable part of building a layout for me together with the enjoyment of watching 'long trains' just running around the layout - I've never been one for 'switching'.
KCSroy 11 months ago
Yes I meant Dunkin Doughnuts.I used to go to Dunkin Doughnuts every day when I was growing up in Chicago.Now they are so expensive it's unbeleivable.I found a Dunkin Doughnuts in Columbia Tennessee 10 miles from my house.
cbnut81 1 year ago
Wher did you find it?i've been looking for one for years.
cbnut81 1 year ago
@cbnut81 Do you mean the Dunkin Donuts ? if so, I scratch built it from photographs and a couple of measurements taken on my visit to Plymouth last September.
KCSroy 1 year ago
WOW
Maybe the nicest modern day layout Ive seen. And Im from CA so Im partial to the Western theme. Amazing job!!!
wmg33 1 year ago
@wmg33 Thanks for your kind comments. Watch out for some more videos in the coming weeks.
KCSroy 1 year ago
My goodness! As soon as I saw it, I had to leave a comment: Love your Pacific Parlour Car. If you don't mind, Who made it? & what details did you have to change if any? (Even tho I'm a 2 rail O Scale modeler, I feel compelled to ask since I've spent many hours riding aboard the real Parlour Cars)
TrainDr101 1 year ago
@TrainDr101 the Parlour Car is from Overland Model Inc. I bought it a few years ago off ebay. I haven't changed anything about it - straight out the box onto the layout. I travelled on it back in 2007 from Emeryville to Seattle. Finding a model of it was a gem !
KCSroy 1 year ago
Can you tell me a little about your lighting. My lower level is going to be a challenge and I noticed how well lit your video was. Thanks.
raillink2002 1 year ago
@raillink2002 the whole layout is lit with fluorescent lighting, those on the lower level are 'link lights' as used for under kitchen cabinets - copy and paste the link below, find lighting then fluorescent lighting and you'll have a better idea.
tlc-direct.co.uk
KCSroy 1 year ago
At 12:05, how did you get the train to "squel" around that curve? That sounds fantastic! You have a great layout! I'm looking forward to more.
csxketh1 1 year ago
@csxketh1 the "squel" wasn't intentional, it just materialised after I had painted the wheel sets of some of the cars, I wasn't sure about it at first, but now I've got used to it. Thanks for your comments, I'll be doing a couple more videos soon
KCSroy 1 year ago
BEAUTIFUL LAYOUT!I only hope someday I can build a layout I can be proud of.I liked the Dunkin Doughnuts restaurant and Radio Shack My favorite electronics store.
cbnut81 1 year ago
@cbnut81 Glad you liked the layout, the Dunkin Donuts is based on the one at 15 Main Street, Plymouth MA. My first taste of Dunkin Donuts - Boston Kreme rocks !!
KCSroy 1 year ago
What all of KCS do you model besides the Unit Grain Train
damianbradley 1 year ago
@damianbradley At the moment just the Unit Grain Train, though I do have quite a few KCS engines - I like the Southern Belle paint scheme. I tend to run what ever takes my fancy.
KCSroy 1 year ago
Nice looking layout, what did you use to make roads and streets with?
tlbohlen 1 year ago
@tlbohlen The car park at Davis is made out of 2mm styrene sheet and all the other roads are made using Woodland Scenics products.
KCSroy 1 year ago
Are these SD70ACes MTH or Athearn Genesis Models? Nice Layout!
MrSebifast 1 year ago
@MrSebifast The SD70ACes are all MTH and I'm very happy with their performance in DCC mode, had no problem with them what so ever. The Norfolk Southern SD70M-2 is an MTH as well. Glad you enjoyed the 'tour' !
KCSroy 1 year ago
Thanks very much for the great layout tour, as a fellow CFNR modeler, I loved seeing your GP15's in action, I'm guessing these are Athearn Genesis models , custom painted and decalled, or were these commercial models painted as is, as if so, I will have to start hunting the net for a pair. :-) Cheers! Koos
k2kkoos 1 year ago
How did you build the Davis depot? I'm planning on building the same, and got PDF drawings from the city of Davis sent. I'm modeling the CFNR with Davis included. I'm also in the UK (devon). Cheers!
Koos
k2kkoos 1 year ago
@k2kkoos I spent the morning there a couple of years ago taking as many photos as I possibly could, took several measurements ie height and width of the main arches etc, then when I got home I set too with AutoCad and drew up the plans. Overall it took best part of 4 months to complete - did the same with the Tower. Roy
KCSroy 1 year ago
Do you have any steam locomotives?
bwan13 1 year ago
@bwan13 I have three steam locomotives, all MTH - a GS-4, a UP light Mikado and a UP Big Boy.
KCSroy 1 year ago
Great layout & detail.
monon1971 1 year ago
Impressive! A job well done... and done well!
CPMarithR200 1 year ago
Fantastic! Love all the scenes, I think you captured each area beautifully! Can't wait to see more.
bnsfrailnut 1 year ago
Love the gensets
adamc702 1 year ago
Great Layout I'm building an Unit KCS Grain train myself. Got the ACe,T55 KCS ES44 I did and a few others
damianbradley 1 year ago
WOW THATS A BIG LAYOUT! GREAT JOB AND VIDEO!
crail4ever 1 year ago
Where did you get that Pacific Parlour car?
apl1031 1 year ago
@apl1031 as with so much these days good 'old ebay', about 4 years ago.
KCSroy 1 year ago
I've wanted to build a pacific parlor high level so bad...
BoeingNerd 1 year ago
@BoeingNerd I wish someone would make one. I just need the parlour for my consist
apl1031 1 year ago
Very Nice, The scenery looks great!!!
ohiosouthern 1 year ago
That is a NICE layout!! The depot @ Davis is a great replica of the real one!! The first time I saw your first vid I thought is the real one! What kind of palm trees are you using they look very realistic........keep making these vids!!
espee1976 1 year ago
@espee1976 Thanks for your kind comments. The palms are from a store in the UK, but I think you can get them elsewhere they are made with war gamers in mind as opposed to model railroaders. The guy has a web site - just type 'the model tree shop' into google. For some reason I can't get the link into this message.
KCSroy 1 year ago