How to build PVC Train Horns part 1

This is how we build our horns. We've gotten a lot of questions about our methods. Make sure to watch for part 2 coming soon!

[@YikesInTheChat]

For anyone still watching this video here is the parts list I came up with after researching their videos and making my own set. I grabbed everything from Home Depot, Lowe's has the same supply. Diaphragms poly carbonate or stainless steel Rubberized weatherstripping 1 1/2 x 3 base $3.35 1 1/2 cleanout adapter $1.50 1 1/2 male $1.08 1 x 1 1/2 adapter $1.44 1" coupler $0.62 2ft of 1" pipe $2.26 2ft of 3" pipe $6.76 Funnel Pvc primer and glue 5/16 Bolts .17 per 3/8 Fittings for air

[@88mmFlaK]

Thx for taking the time to poast this

[@imme7041]

I think you did a great job explaining the project. Maybe some commenters just don't understand things so quickly. I'm not one of those people! I believe it was nice tempo for a video. Thanks for taking the time and effort to share and educate!

[@vger13]

this is a very in depth and informative video ..yeah he went little fast sometimes but for all you people that don't upload ..we have a time limit

[@michelevitarelli]

This guy is a mad inventor with PVC. Thanks for sharing this building.

[@Viralclown]

Makes a quick video but then you need to watch it 5 times to understand it

[@davidcote726]

Really great job, I'm trying to build a bass diaphragm assembly for a 20-ft horn, yes a 20-ft horn, currently I play it with a baritone saxophone mouthpiece. It's going to take some trial and error and practice but hopefully I can get it right.

[@bryandavis001]

Did it/Does it work? Would love to know more. Was just thinking about a huge pipe organ type doorbell built on the same principles.

[@aidancprailrailwaystuffeng4612]

Very cool i can build a horn like this for my sd70ace cab

[@retiredoldsarge5938]

How about a recient remake and include a parts list, measurements etc. I would be willing to even purchase it from you as I am sure many others also would.

[@kleetus92]

I realize this video is several years old, but instead of cutting some of the pieces to shorten them for higher frequency resonance, why not go with smaller diameter pieces for those notes? Was this to closer mimic the prototype horn, or just never tried it? No wrong or bad answer, I'm just curious as I've seen this done by another fellow, but, his do not sound as good as yours. You guys really did take the time to tune them well.

[@ineedpaintball]

would it be possible to get a parts list of all the pvc fittings you use?

[@vstarnelson]

Great Video but your going so fast just to get thru it I guess that we can't see what your showing us. Could you edit this video's description or make a video and tell us what each piece you used is called (Description & Size) please. Thanks

[@mwood996]

Amazing! Wow I want to build this. Great video. Where can we get plans? Cheers

[@russlamp6202]

Is there a length that you use to cut each horn? I see the list in the video, but wasn’t sure if those measurements were from each end of the funnel. I would appreciate a measurement from each end of the funnel to get a tight fit over my 3/4” pipe and a measurement to cut the funnel to get the length for each bell end. Thanks! Great video! I’ve made a “C” horn and it works great.

[@ogreunderbridge5204]

You guys put down a lot of work in this. Thanks for sharing but, what's the moneymaker ?

[@mrkrvn61]

Fantastic. I'm gonna get right on this. Thank you!

[@mywifetastesgreat]

Where do you all get you supplies. Lowe's, home depot, ace? And the Polly, the welding shop loved the videos but didn't know anything about the Polly sheets, brand? Thanks. Tom

[@jayl2701]

Austin Mattingly i have a sheet of polycarbonate lexan at .080" thick, would that be too thick and where could i purchase the foam you said was the best?

[@glaysonmestre]

is this pvc reduction necessary or not? is this a 100mm reduction for ?

[@TheATVboy17]

I tried to build one horn as our "prototype" with plexiglass and i don't think that vibrates to make the sound and used rubber foam which does not recovery its form to well do you think thats the problem. And is there any other way i can flare out the horns because i don't have the equipment to make that round piece of wood. Where can i find the rubber sponge and what type of polycarbonate do you use, thickness thanks

[@TheATVboy17]

What size polycarbonate and brand

[@jim6996]

Try using a metal mixing bowl. Get one at walmart pretty cheap.

[@harveysmale8538]

I've just watched 5 videos on how to make train horns, but none of them show what they sound like,do they even work? I don't know

[@tehpimpmasta]

There are plenty. They sound legit.

[@Snake-561]

Is this channel still active? I have some questions about the startup.

[@zachknutsen4661]

Would you build one of these to order? I'd love an S3L

[@LangAaronM]

Hi! What is the thickness of the polycarbonate plastic for the diaphragm? I've watched every video in your series, and I don't hear that answer..? Thanks!

[@colivera427]

.093

[@tehpimpmasta]

He says 1/16” actually

[@EasternCoastProductions]

Can You List All The Material And How Many?

[@PG13hockeyman]

I’m wanting to build a horn. The notes that I want to use are D#, F#, and A#. Do you know what the lengths should be?

[@pyryhillosalo]

I built the Coyotes goal horn from PVC. You simply have to find out for yourself.

[@pyryhillosalo]

I can help you if you want. I can make unlisted intructional videos on my channel showing the construction and how to build them.

[@PG13hockeyman]

@@pyryhillosalo yes please

[@pyryhillosalo]

@@PG13hockeyman Ok! Will try to make one tomorrow.

[@pyryhillosalo]

@@PG13hockeyman You can also hear the Coyotes horns that i built on my channel. It's on the shorts section.

[@TheATVboy17]

once the diagrams are compressed how far would you say there were apart

[@mikehand71]

Why don't you put a cover (protective cap) over the rear of the bell?

[@railfanneralex4554]

Is there a list for like a Nathon p5 or a nathon p3

[@pnwferry-nerd2486]

how do you make the pull valve

[@carlpolke5530]

Nice set of videos. Question, what is the advantage of the double diaphragm?

[@YikesInTheChat]

Carl Polke longevity and I feel like a little bit more responsive

[@stevenwolfie]

i wish you would go slower and show the pieces better

[@jodydavis161]

I would like to make one for my truck ! a small on How could i get a parts list ?

[@ryanw501]

Can u make a more detailed video on how to build these. Do you sell them

[@vger13]

they sell them on amazon and ebay all day

[@daver681]

What is the purpose of double diagrams, Also, Please, Please do more train horn videos

[@carmenfavorito9069]

do you sell them and how much are they?

[@csgnjaxnc]

never got a answer....huh ? well did you ever find out from anybody what someone would charge..?

[@johnnunes7935]

What size is the pipe for the horn bell?

[@tanyahyde5913]

Perhaps a parts list to reference?

[@Ferrocarril_Chicago]

Is it possible to build a smaller scale variant of a horn that sounds spot on identical to the full sized variant? Like something that would fit inside the shell of a 7.5 inch gauge locomotive?

[@kleetus92]

I kinda doubt it unless you're building an F or E unit... I guess you could put them in a row in a GP or SD, but when you fire it off you'd probably blow the body off! What are you building? I'm working on an F7.

[@Ferrocarril_Chicago]

@@kleetus92 If I do end up building any units, I plan to do an MP36PH-3C, an SD70ACe, and a GP38-2.

[@kleetus92]

@@Ferrocarril_Chicago cool. After the F, my ultimate is a trio of SD45T-2's in Bessemer and Lake Erie paint...

[@Ferrocarril_Chicago]

@@kleetus92 Nice. If I were to do this, I would want to start with the MP36 and a few Gallery Bi-Level cars with an actual operating Cab-Car. I'd want to be able to operate and control from either end. Has anyone ever even done a working 7.5 inch gauge Cab-Car before to your knowledge?

[@kleetus92]

@@Ferrocarril_Chicago I'm not familiar with a cab-car? Is this a commuter service unit?

[@JamesWallaceBigPOTUSA]

I was searching for Polycarb sheets and found this site (www.onlinemetals.com/merchant.cfm?pid=15585&step=4&id=270&gclid=CIiXudWhzMYCFRCqaQodHsAN4g) however I'm guessing that a fine-tooth blade in a coping/band/jig saw would be recommended. Do you have any tips on cutting the square/rectangle blanks into circles?

[@22racer61]

how do you cut these?

[@diyoregonnowtexas9202]

nice finger nails, but can I actually get a view of the horn parts for more than one second?

[@gunplow]

truckers would buy them

[@Respawntheskullpupper]

could you please do a tutorial for the Nathan m3?

[@blakeclapper1289]

hey do you think you could send me the material list????

[@bradleighutz6715]

Is it possible to alter the design to make a very low sound, such as a fog horn? Also, are the funnels cemented to the PVC or just tight-fitting?

[@district2productions]

Make the horn longer

[@wonnie46403]

does the funnels help with sound or just the look?

[@colivera427]

It helps A TON with the sound.

[@vicenteg.5610]

Alguien que me pueda traducir todos los videos del proceso. $$$

[@bryancromwell8099]

Can you make me a k5la style one and I'll pay shipping I have paypal.

[@Dre072481]

How much would u make me one for would love to get one for my car I would buy it of u

[@Dre072481]

Would you make me one please

[@weso548]

dre elquepuede Ill make you one. Im about to throw a batch of my own designs on e bay

[@ils360]

Peter Pan im intrested

[@sambo9855]

Now at that point..........

[@bryancromwell8099]

I just need the horns I can make the bracket

[@tehpimpmasta]

People don’t you know there’s a pause button? If you’re having trouble figuring this out.. you probably shouldn’t be attempting such a build.. there’s a reason people pay over $500 for a (yes, PVC) set of train horns!

[@joeln3415]

Wow it's great when people make videos going way too fast, with no parts list, and no dimensions... Then you go to the comments and see that the uploader is of no help. Easy dislike man

[@billpingel2914]

WHAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@johnjohnson7128]

i wish you would have showed how you put the rubber between the layers dam video almost waste

[@davidhefner8853]

Your hands are flying all over the place. Camera guy can't keep up with the action. Too many parts on the table.

[@pieseasmyseas]

Slow down

[@rskurka1]

Too much back and forth, all over the place.

[@cornwasher]

Waste of time to watch.......