7 1/2 inch gauge back yard railroad construction

[@michaelsharps]

This is the coolest backyard railroad construction video on the internets. It's not often I watch an entire video without skipping around. I'm starting my own backyard railroad and this video has been highly motivational.

[@michaelbassett14]

I’m into N scale. I’m jealous of your cup holder

[@american4405]

I love the narration! Not only does this remind me of the building of my own railroad, but I also love the subtle humor as well. Also your narration and voice reminds me something of C.W. McCall.

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks for the compliments! Hope to have more videos like this in the future.

[@philsteele3158]

Ah the age old difference of men and boys is the cost of their toys. Great job on the line.

[@kellyl8125]

Cammie's Lift Bridge 🤣🤣💖

[@marknewell7355]

Well shit im hooked already need to watch them all now while im supposed to be painting my locomotive

[@marcislam9212]

Fantastic job, Charlie! I love the trestle and bridge. Now you need a reclining car and a good book...

[@TheWeevilGenius]

And a beer or three!

[@formerparatrooper]

I have been there and done that--you have done it better. I too am reminded of C. W. McCall. Keep it up, it gets better with age, or maybe just that I have mellowed some.

[@MSCM2000]

I like the idea for when you make track having a mold and you just put the rails and ties is a great idea

[@pvtimberfaller]

Looking at your layout I grew up in Concrete.

[@themidnightbanshee5927]

I am very much envious my fellow train enthusiast

[@donotwantahandle1111]

Well done. I am making a 7 1/4 in steam loco which I'll take to clubs for running.

[@norbertdx]

Thanks for your video, all I need is land, money, and permission from my wife because I have a nice size plan I'd like to build.

[@tWIST1up]

the only thing cooler than your track is Cammie... Well Done Sir ... Well Done ... :)

[@kevinmills8437]

I Hope Ocala Model Railroaders Club Members Will Like That.

[@ponderouslydreaming]

A huge thank you to the understanding wife Cammie and to Andy. XD

[@dennisellis668]

Grrreat project! On our backyard railroad, the northeast corner of the property is named after my wife. It's called Cammi's Corner. Her name is just one letter shorter than your wife's name, but pronounced the same. She is a great backyard railroad booster.

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks! Sounds like we each have really great wives. I certainly could not have done it with out her support.

[@shagster1970]

Are you kidding?!?? This is awesome guys! What a great project.

[@Bighand4]

I want to do something similar on my property in Norway.

[@anjatarnutzer9351]

The Trestle is so amazing!! Wish i have also a Canyon in my Garden!!

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks! Start digging! Just kidding. Our property slopes so we had to build up a birm so the track grade held at a reasonable 2.5 percent. The trestle was one place where we chose not to have a dirt filled birm.

[@natehill8069]

Very similar to my experience except that I have 150' of track in the basement (almost a loop). Now I need to figure out how to convert my steep hills and thick brush into RoW.

[@luetro]

hol up the start actually has me thinking, why do i like trains?

[@jeeromonster]

What a brilliant video, and funny! Can’t wait for more.

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks!

[@kynanthetrainfan7953]

I mean this is on thing to do in quarantine

[@forestreese1704]

Just found your channel and subscribed. I can't wait to see what comes next!

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks! More in the works!

[@minnesotaeerailroad8471]

Super cool and way to sum it all up in 5 minutes! Wow!

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks! It was a lot of work. Hope to have the engine shed done by summer. Should be a fun build video too.

[@Buxtehaydn]

What a beautiful project! Congratulations! Greetings from Argentina!

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks! It was a lot of fun.

[@alec4672]

Hey was wondering if you'd do some more detailed videos on how you built the track and switches ect? You have a really good nak for making videos and a ton of valuable info up in that brain I'm sure.

[@AirGunnerrr]

Great Video Man..👍👍👍👍

[@shanelipe2552]

Just subscribed.. excited to see and learn more from you and Andy..

[@MustangsTrainsMowers]

Now you need a BigBoy. The building of it might be more fun than operating it. I’ve debated that with my Lionel train layouts. I bet that some days building were fun and others were frustrating.

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Ha! BigBoy would be fun but a little large for this railroad.

[@beaneo_the_1]

"The scenery had already been built and was incredibly realistic". lol

[@supplanterjim]

Yeah! Can't wait for the next installment!

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Working on it!

[@johnnyjames7139]

Now you need a steam locomotive!

[@3006USMC]

awesome vid !!! sums up my railroad adventure also 100%.

[@tcpoole1361]

Nice!

[@shanelipe2552]

Great work....

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks!

[@hhhhhhhhhhhhggg]

Cool train!

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Actually it gets warm in the sun... Ha Ha

[@davestingley8555]

Amazing video! One question would you happen to have a supply list for this. Thank you!

[@steamgent4592]

Well done cant wait to see more and also if you decide to buy or build steam for that railway

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks! Yup, steam is the dream! I've got a two cylinder Shay in the works.

[@steamgent4592]

@@TheWeevilGenius very nice. Just keep in mind most shays are very slow going normally.

[@faml13]

Nice!!!!! Where did you purchase the tails???

[@TheWeevilGenius]

I bought the rail from Accu Tie. Here is the link: accu-tierailsystem.com/product-category/rail/ If I had to do it all over I would use their plastic ties too.

[@LukeLovesTrains-Mr.RailYard]

Are you going to get a steam locomotive?

[@bobsheffield7315]

Just found your video. I'm an "O" gauge railroader but have always been fascinated with these railroads. I've tried to research but i'm terrible at it. I see its 1/8 scale but what is the actual track width. It looks narrow for the large equipment you put on it. Thanks.

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks for the question! Track gauge is 7 1/2 inches.

[@saugghos]

Incredible achievement. Did you also feel the G scale to be too small.

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Thanks! I like G scale a lot but with 7 1/2 gauge track I can ride the trains which is really fun.

[@saugghos]

@@TheWeevilGenius - Agreed . Now I am a beginner. I only have few Hornby sets. I was thinking of switching to G scale. I am too lazy to construct 7-1/2 inch setup. Is there any company that sells a 7-1/2 inch starter set?

[@TheWeevilGenius]

@@saugghos Not that I know of. But Accu-Tie is a good place to start for track supplies if you get the bug. Here is the link: accu-tierailsystem.com/ They have a good product line. I used their rail and was happy I did. If I were to do it all over I would use their ties too.

[@CarsonNolt-wq7sx]

Where did you get the wheels?

[@xijinping8578]

How does one get started? Have you ever figured out cost per.100 feet.

[@jessejames586]

Aluminum rail is something like $16.50 for 10 feet. Times 2 it's $330 for 100 feet plus ties and screws, etc.

[@genebaker3867]

Thank you very much for your reply.

[@power_joke_havin-a-stroke9281]

How much does the track cost im really wanting to buy one to go on my 88 acre woods and around a 3/4 acre pond. I done a little research but never could find the price on a train and the tracks alone.

[@TheWeevilGenius]

I got my rail from Accu-Tie. accu-tierailsystem.com/product-category/rail/ I used their aluminum rail. I have no idea what the current pricing is. They will be happy to give you a quote for what you need.

[@power_joke_havin-a-stroke9281]

@@TheWeevilGenius thanks will have to look into them

[@andrewwarner1251]

Where’d you buy the wheels?

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Machined Loco wheels are from RMI railworks. www.rmirailworks.com Car truck wheels were rough castings I got from Cannonball many many years ago. www.cannonballltd.com/trucks_cat.html

[@danielfantino1714]

Superb video, specially seen from the sky. It shows how far you go with 550´ of mainline track. Then the list of your ordering. Not hard to find prices, and so can stimulate a beginner with the "go or no go" final decision. Finally it´s not necesserely mandatory, but big equipment like tractor that you own or rent is a big plus.

[@wesbrackmanthercenthusiast4695]

I want to build a 15 in gauger for use on my farm three locomotives a shay, pennsylvania a3 and a diesel hydraulic all for moving hay, manure, produce and daily transportation instead of the tractor or broken polaris ranger or truck

[@alexmodern6667]

And looking forward I see lots of Logs that could be transferred/transported to other locations for Firewood, heck you could. Even sell it too. That's what Railroads do? Right, they move heavy loads and commodities. .. Just thing out loud here.....

[@wesbrackmanthercenthusiast4695]

@@alexmodern6667 exactly I just finished marking the trees by what they are before the leafs fell l have so many acres of sugar maple and nut trees there's going to be thousands of pounds of stuff that needs moved on that tractor rolling steep hill the intent is to also get a sawmill in the spring and I'm going to start carriage building and wheelwrighting since I love farming, antique equipment and railroading so much I might as well save up and make it my business

[@alexmodern6667]

@@wesbrackmanthercenthusiast4695 Amen n God Bless you, I think that is a great endeavor.....Have seen lots of YTUBE video about folks make a Mill etc , fresh wood cut to the specs u n friends can use......

[@BigChair666]

you did this and still have a wife

[@TheWeevilGenius]

Yep! She is amazing.