110: Building My AWESOME Rail Yard Beginning To End!

[@user-ec8rs5fg6r]

Just getting started back into railroading since I was a teenager, now I’m retired and really enjoyed your video. Excited to view more of them and fill my head with your techniques, thanks for sharing. Phil King, Kentucky

[@BirdYoumans]

Pa pa. Best job I ever had. If i'd have know how special they would be, I would have had my grand kids first!

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Well, they are all awesome. But, this one seems to totally dig the layout. Sweet!

[@BirdYoumans]

@@ItsMyRailroad My grands and great grands and I connect with trains as well. There's just something about model trains that us kids of all ages love. Quick little story that you may already know. A dept store saw Lionels first little electric train that he made and asked it they could use it in a store display to bring attention to some of their merch. They set it up and in a few days he got a call. "didn't help the merch but we sold the train, can you make us some more?" The rest, as the say, is history. I'm sure I took a bit of license in telling the story, but that was basically how electric trains got started.

[@jeffherdz]

Steve, Great job my friend! But you need a few more pickup trucks around that Maintenance building.

[@paulwhite6543]

Dude, I like your every guy attitude. I’m getting back into the hobby after 12 year hiatus you’re making it happen for me. Thanks bro.

[@BeckyFeinberg]

I love your model trains I have a layout in my basement to, you are the BEST.

[@missedapproach57]

Yeah, my grandson got me back into the hobby. He can't get enough.

[@Morganstein-Railroad]

Your terminology is Funny as Hell! Quote - "I just Rusted The Snot Out of it!" Literally Laughed out loud! No Textspeak, actual Laughed out Loud!

[@vincenthuying98]

Cool 😎 yard Steve. The beauty is indeed in the detail. However, not too much emphasis on the rivets. Because, when your beholders can’t really see it, wouldn’t it go beyond what is intended for. Anyhow, adding to that point, pun intended; the little story you conveyed about your grandson enjoying the ‘it’s my railroad’ together with his pops is truly what model railroading is about, as far as I’m humbly concerned. Of course it’s about building our very own worlds. And to share that with our children and grandchildren will just teach them, in this virtual age, there’s worlds beyond which are tactile and can actually be touched and be played with. Like it’s the real thing. That’s something what your grandson will remember and hopefully will pass on to his kids and grandkids. That very tactile aspect is what enhances our imagination and creativity. Love it. Thanks 🙏 for sharing.

[@ButtonBasherBW]

While I may watch others for those advanced techniques on wiring, DCC and all that, I absolutely love your energy and straight up passion for the hobby! It's absolutely beautiful to see. Never lose that enthusiasm.

[@TheRobertSterling]

Hi Steve, always great to see you. Shout out to your grandson, the kids are good reason to do this. I like the regular guy perspective, I was spending way too much time on little details only I could see, lol. Getting ready to try your speed scenery. Cheers Robert

[@kenshores9900]

Steve: Yet another great just a regular guy build! So neat. Good to see the next generation of regular guy rail roader visited. Really like you yard tower..

[@petergulotta8183]

Steve, I absolutely love your videos and modeling philosophy. So much of we do is just plain old common sense!

[@mooninitesfan9488]

Really like the weathering on that rounded top rail house!

[@BNSFGuy4723]

I love your style and the way you talk. You're pretty down to earth and hilarious. Subscribed. You've motivated me to start on my N scale Great Northern layout so thank you so much, Steve!

[@anthonyiasbarrone3079]

Hey buddy I'm at a loss for words ...it took my breath away and I think this is an amazing journey ...the ride is awesome Steve my friend thanks for sharing ...God bless brother

[@jefwisse1957]

Great result greetings from the Netherlands.

[@RailStalkerAdventures]

Steve, your layout is on fire and I love how you detail your deal in your videos. Keep it up and give me a shoutout on your next video, brother. Rail on, cochise!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@markmeade8502]

This is great. I don't have layout yet but I collected a few pieces of power and rolling stock. I have no place to build so I dream and struggle. I think I have found a small track plan that may work. Thank you for make the hobby feel fun.

[@carlwydrzynski3578]

All of those little extra details and people make it look so great. Awesome job

[@bcardicoke]

It's a great day when Steve posts! I love all of these small details and explanation on how you do it!

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Hi Jeff! Thanks for your continued encouragement! Love seeing your name in the comments.

[@bansurishankar]

Can't agree more! the enthusiasm is addictive!! thanks for all you post Steve!

[@richarddominik6253]

very cool....i ve been watching your videos, always fun......wish i could build another layout....good see your grandson has a interest also

[@rowanfreemaker5938]

Very impressive. Creating it is the most fun part for me. Well done !!!

[@MO-Kan_Northern.AndrewCountyRR]

Thanks Steve. Nice Video. A repair shop facility is the next area I want to get done on my layout. You gave me some great things to think about when I work on that area of my layout.

[@leterguyschroeder4919]

Pops, what a great job. Be very proud of it Steve. Keep up the great work. Can't wait for your next video.

[@williamwhite4833]

Thank you Steve, loved your video. Very inspirational to a "regular guy" like me.

[@ItsMyRailroad]

We Regular Guys need to stick together and just get r dun! LOL!~ Thanks WIlliam!

[@edoneil1875]

Thank you for the excellent tips. I love the layout. I am going to try some of these ideas on my own layout

[@CraigLYoung]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Thanks for watching!

[@jackheninger5471]

Nice yard scene Steve. Have a suggestion. If you have a place for a saw mill coming up, move the steam yarder and the other bits of old logging equipment there. It would look like it belongs there , better than as part of a yard scene.

[@kurtbeisner9068]

I’m always impressed with your energy !! Very inspiring. Thank you

[@ItsMyRailroad]

I just love doing this Kurt! Thanks for the encouragement and rail-on brother!

[@shaunsandiford9048]

Love it, I think you are one of the best modeler’s on you tube 👍👍👍😎

[@davidsheriff8989]

Amazing workmanship and attention to detail....

[@terrybrockway5376]

Enjoy your videos. Thank-you Mr. Steve. 😊

[@peteshoulders1]

Super job Steve, and your so right getting bogged down with the detail makes too much anxiety and takes awa🚆👍👍😃y the fun

[@susanchapmansuzow2929]

fabulouse job!! My wheels are turning ! we got the CofO on our 30x60 building. now the fun begins!

[@aliciaawake]

Hei, Steve! I was impressed when you said, "dry wall compound". That's what we have down under. I was thinking from other KZbin channels, that Americans have "sheet rock". :-)

[@pleiku887]

Love the control tower.

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Thanks Pleiku!

[@gabecamaroni6682]

awsome job I'm an N scaler from down under love your videos

[@RayBoebel]

Start them young Steve!!! And that yard is awesome!

[@gvet47]

Great to see what you have done with your new layout. All the small details you added sure adds to the yard. Like the rusty tin on the one building and how you even used the fruit market building. You really improved the portal by blacking things out. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Hi Galen! Thanks for paying such close attention. I totally dig running trains through there. Rail-on buddy!

[@N-Scale]

I simply love it Steve I hope to get the fueling station into the new layout !!!

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Thanks Mike! BTW: ACTRR #4? Holy Crap!

[@N-Scale]

@@ItsMyRailroad Oh yes. It is a big plan !!!

[@grandiose_3392]

Excellent job sir. 👏🏼 I am embarking on my first n scale layout. Great inspiration

[@kents.2866]

Fuel depot looks great.

[@derekalexander4030]

Hey Steve, I’m loving the new yard and the whole new layout, it’s much more open and you have done a great job on the rail yard. You seem a lot happier with this layout as well. Rail on brother. Been here the whole way and enjoying your regular guy attitude.

[@jeffklockowskisr8377]

Very cool detail going to use a few items on my track ! Thanks

[@grahamparry7200]

Nice one Steve

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Thanks Graham!

[@kenfolstad1346]

I have to tell you I absolutely love your videos, you’re so much fun to listen to, I just hope I can build something as great as what have done, being my first layout not sure what will evolve!

[@tk00903]

Really appreciate the details you put in, very realistic!😊

[@danielc7964]

17 seconds in and I already subscribed. Great work man!

[@harperlarry49]

Awesome job, Steve. The fueling station looks great and the addition of the extra bits and pieces really adds to the scene. Thanks for sharing this.

[@klafoucade]

An absolutely outstanding video and great job covering the layout. Love your enthusiasm and details of how you accomplished some of the scenery...I am very new to model railroading and was very impressed with your layout!

[@donaldshroyer8633]

Nice vid. Great progress. Looking really good.

[@mid-niteryders5523]

Being older, not a big fan of N size, but you made it fun ! Nice job Steve.

[@toki_-_wartooth]

looking great :) greetings from England

[@robertmanning3625]

Looks awesome Steve!

[@jeffreycooper6482]

Fantastic! I’m building my engine maintenance area and this gives me great ideas

[@stephenriley9084]

Steve, Very relatable and a great end product! Keep them coming! Rolling down the railroad. Regards Stephen.

[@dalerobertson9394]

Looks awesome. Its all coming together. Great job.

[@NicholassTrainChannel]

Hi Steve. Great job on the rail yard. I love the little details you added it brings the scene to life. Really like those sections of track stacked up on top of each other. That is a great detail! Look forward to the next one. - Nicholas.

[@franwilson2097]

good job Steve,looks great

[@samuelcorbin3694]

Another great video Steve. You always give me ideas for another scene to detail Thanks

[@michaelpfister1283]

I love the practical tips you lay out! Watching you use the compound to make the crossing point reminded me very much of watching a crew do the very same thing with asphalt one day. They raked it into the crossing, rolled it out ... and then had a GP-40 that was standing by roll through the hot asphalt, squeezing the mix off the rails and leaving behind a nice channel for the wheels. :-) Keep it up! I love this project, and the reaction of your grandson is EXACTLY what I am hoping for in days to come with my own.

[@cbgadget4740]

Awesome video of a very nicely done yard. The details and lighting really make the scene come to life. Rail on yer self Brother and thanks for sharing. Cary

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Hi Cary! Thanks for that encouragement brother! And, thanks for hanging out with me for all this time. Means a lot.

[@marke.saunders4803]

Thanks for sharing with us. Your techniques are awesome and it looks really great! The snippets of ballasting jogged my memory and I'll probably try some soon!

[@edg1754]

Those interiors look great! Very effective.

[@Miroslavajeri]

I love your energy man 😂

[@dmcry600]

WAY COOL DUDE!!!!!! Details really add a lot!!!! Looking Great!!!!

[@genej43]

Awesome job. This gave me some great ideas for my yet to be built yard ... THANKS!

[@jimarmour9035]

Like the steam boiler and what looks like a winch

[@cwbywy9544]

Wow! Just amazing Steve. Love the fueling station and the maintenance of way yard.

[@larryschmitt2513]

Looks great Steve, thanks for sharing

[@philstrainlayout]

Love the video. All the details and everything has a purpose for being there. I think you need a few bins to add to the area. Garbage Bin and Scrap Bin. I 3d print them.

[@robertdoyen5434]

It all looks great fantastic job on the scenery thanks for sharing

[@elleryparsons5766]

Nice Job Painting and Ballasting I don’t think I wouldn’t do anything Else.

[@robobotbotbot]

Inspiring as always. Love how the return loop just somehow is not at all obvious in the scene dispite being its boundary. Awsome.

[@roadsscholar4012]

Great job all the way around! Really liked what you did with the tunnel portal. Something to remember.

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Thank you my friend, and thanks for watching!

[@raymondswarmer1433]

Watching your videos has inspired me to scratch build some structures for my HO layout and to add much more detail as well. Love the new layout. Can't wait for the next new video. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@greeneyedggirl]

Oh Steve, I so love this yard!!! Way to go you, it's so awesome!!!

[@bigredc222]

Good job. Thank you.

[@lionellance]

Wow awesome job Steve...thanks for sharing and keep up the great work..Lance

[@thompson237]

I am just getting into model railroading and have decided to go N scale because of this channel. Thank you for the great videos!

[@erichahn2057]

Love your show. Watch it every weekend while I’m working on my layout. You’ve brought model railroading back to life for me so thanks a million. Not sure how to become a member but I’ve subscribed to your channel. I’ve even bought some gear. Not sure if I missed the broadcast but would like to see how you tack your track down. Thanks again

[@allenbarnes7202]

Fantastic work,

[@colincampbell4870]

The yard looks great you gave me some ideas when I get a place ready for my trains

[@gustavovasile428]

GREAT!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

[@trs-no8lm]

Need yard light to light the track for night running. Looks awesome

[@peterpocock9062]

Good one Steve. Your fuel depot looks the part! It is very rewarding to scratch build a layout feature or two!

[@dhgast4198]

Lookin' good Steve. I enjoy seeing what you have done as it always stirs ideas in my head for the next steps as I continue on my layout, where I now have about 75% of the track in place.

[@georgegiacono1974]

Good Video steve, those fuel tanks look really good, excellent modeling there.

[@hansell9221]

Tjanks, that has inspired me to do a small engine depot for my shortline railroad. :)

[@ericp6612]

Looks great! I really liked the idea of the interchange track cover. Well done on the entire project!

[@ItsMyRailroad]

Thanks Eric! Just a little time and BOOM! Added another detail that most likely no one will notice, except you LOL!

[@elleryparsons5766]

Very Nicely done love it. Your Grandson Will Model Railroad Trust me.

[@kenshores9900]

Yea! No one yard fuel loading. Great! Like your OSHA approved hand rails on the storage tanks. I will need to remember where you got that stuff from. Been wanting it myself. Thanks man and rail on!

[@fredsmith6758]

I like your model railroad.

[@cncpgreatlakesdiv4896]

wow the layout looks awesome great work thx for sharing.

[@normanrowe2831]

Hi ya Steve. That looks great. Loving me some steam donkey. Keep having fun. See ya.

[@mikebrown2948]

THANKS for sharing your awesome smart ideas of your beautiful train set project 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@dave3301]

Fantastic, Thanks for sharing,

[@clarencedavis9845]

Really nice work there Steve. Thank for sharing you art and talent with us out here in model railroad world!!!👍

[@ronaldrondeau7870]

Good job hope to se more.dont stop

[@ItsMyRailroad]

More coming Ronald! Thanks for the encouragement my friend!

[@larrybaughman618]

Awesome thank you for sharing it