@AARGENS13 I use a Digitrax DCS100 system for my layouts. DCC allows multiple trains to run at once because each train as its' own digital decoder in it.
Excellent layout model. Tell please from what the big and long buildings are made. Factories, the big warehouses. I never saw similar kits on sale. It hand made?
WOW it is starthing to look great. Please tell that those mountains are pre-ade and the can be bent Would you please tell me where can I buy them on-line.
You are on a great start for a layout. I belive that your Taco bell building is made by USA summit please let me know who makes the Pizza hut building.
Yes; nice - at least your helix has a point to it - there seem to be people building them for their own sake. Yours is good. Look forward to seeing the layout with more progresss.
Nice job on the helix. How are you going to hide it? Backdrop? What about access? I like your use of WS foam ramps and such. That company has revolutionized scenery! Good video.
Yeah, Probably once I get most of the track wiring run to the upper level I'll put in a backdrop on the lowerlevel to hide the helix, and high enough to just block view of it.
For access I have a hole cut in so I'll be able to reach all of the track inside in case of a derailment, and also that upper turnout for maintenance if ever needed.
And yup. The WS foam ramps make grades a snap. I like 'em.
what did u use for the huge rock faces
Adamlovesmedal 6 months ago
@Adamlovesmedal They are called Rubber Rocks. I can't post a link, but google 'cripplebush valley models' to find the site.
nolatron79 6 months ago
I have two questions. 1: Is that atlas track? 2: Can you tell me how wide N scale track is?
DralionROBLOX 6 months ago
@DralionROBLOX It's all Micro Engineering Code 55 track. The Helix was Atlas Code 55. Not sure on the exact width off hand though.
nolatron79 6 months ago
how do u like that new atlas track what do u use for switch motors
trackspike64 6 months ago
@trackspike64 Love the C55, though these days I use Micro Engineering track. I use Tortoise switch motors as well.
thanks for watching!
nolatron79 6 months ago
do you have a track plan i would love to see it:)
atsf3780 8 months ago
@atsf3780 I have them in the gallery at my blog site, but I can't post a link here. Stupid youtube.
nolatron79 8 months ago
NICE!!!
moving2sf 11 months ago
The track that's on top of the WS risers- how do you plan on throwing the switches? Tortoise Machine?
ChicagoGringo 1 year ago
@ChicagoGringo I used Circuitron's remote tortoise mount at most spots. It has a 2-3 inch control rod that ran up the foam.
nolatron79 1 year ago
hi, if your layout is dcc what system do you have and how do you operate 2 trains at once?
AARGENS13 1 year ago
@AARGENS13 I use a Digitrax DCS100 system for my layouts. DCC allows multiple trains to run at once because each train as its' own digital decoder in it.
nolatron79 1 year ago
The helix is very nice. Just remember that a 2% grade will put stress on your couplers...so use MT's, not the imitation crap.
m301 1 year ago
@m301 I have been using katos couplers on 4% grades during testing, so there isn't much of a problem with those
JATO457 1 year ago
nice helix and that is the best way to go!! nice layout
mjtunstall1976 1 year ago
amazing layout man, love the helix
fixierider97 1 year ago
cool
adamcam123 1 year ago
Did you make the helix or did you buy it from a store or did u get plans. nice track. :) how hight is the helix up
chrisdoncas@gmail.com can i have the mesherments fore thr helix?
8880Dingo 1 year ago
Excellent layout model. Tell please from what the big and long buildings are made. Factories, the big warehouses. I never saw similar kits on sale. It hand made?
bass0829 1 year ago
@bass0829 Most of these kits are made by Walther's or Micro Engineering.
nolatron79 1 year ago
WOW it is starthing to look great. Please tell that those mountains are pre-ade and the can be bent Would you please tell me where can I buy them on-line.
TY
FRANK
beerdispensing 2 years ago
great stuff - look forward to seeing more.
antonyjq 2 years ago
amazing layout
newdad123 2 years ago
All i have to say is, Amazing.
RumbleFighterMan 2 years ago
You are on a great start for a layout. I belive that your Taco bell building is made by USA summit please let me know who makes the Pizza hut building.
Ty
beerdispensing 2 years ago
Correct. The Taco Bell is from USA Summit. The Pizza hut is a old kit by Life-Like. You can find them on ebay usually.
nolatron79 2 years ago
Did you make the helix or did you buy it from a store or did u get plans. nice track. :)
375foxrider 2 years ago
The helix is a kit from Ashlin Trains
nolatron79 2 years ago
Yes; nice - at least your helix has a point to it - there seem to be people building them for their own sake. Yours is good. Look forward to seeing the layout with more progresss.
4beatlefans 2 years ago
the helix is cool and all but are you gong to close it in and whats the point of making one??
lionelguy8 3 years ago
Yes, it'll be closed in eventually as I do more work on the scenery.
nolatron79 3 years ago
nice video! what are your helix dimensions--grade in particular?
CSXDixieLine 3 years ago
The helix is a 2% grade, with the outer radius being 16.5" and the inner being like 15.75" or something. It was a kit purchased from Ashlin Trains.
nolatron79 3 years ago
That's going to be a fine looking layout when ya getter done! Very smooth running.
Jim
jmarksbery 3 years ago
Nice job on the helix. How are you going to hide it? Backdrop? What about access? I like your use of WS foam ramps and such. That company has revolutionized scenery! Good video.
rhbeadlejr 3 years ago
Yeah, Probably once I get most of the track wiring run to the upper level I'll put in a backdrop on the lowerlevel to hide the helix, and high enough to just block view of it.
For access I have a hole cut in so I'll be able to reach all of the track inside in case of a derailment, and also that upper turnout for maintenance if ever needed.
And yup. The WS foam ramps make grades a snap. I like 'em.
nolatron79 3 years ago