Dean Park Model Railway | December Update 2022 | Model of the Year

[@tobyytlai]

Thank you for all the videos Dave. See you in 2023!

[@andymacmac9151]

Thanks again Dave….. Best wishes for 2023 from sunny Australia….

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. Sunny Australia!…. From a very wet Scotland. 😆

[@chewyfoks1840]

The point motors were always a faded grey, really quite light, with slightly darker oil and grease stains on. Same as the cable channel. The Buddleia and rusty rails do look like I remember, heading into Eglinton Street tunnels. The 92 doesn't sound as I remember at all, Deltic was such an amazing model.

[@Plymouthstation1985]

Great update Dave looking forward to seeing what 2023 has install for Dean Park 👍

[@DeanPark]

Cheers Steve.

[@47606odin]

Another great video. Looking great. Just of note, a shunt signal into a siding, or as a calling on signal into an occupied road, will be with a red signal, not a proceed aspect of yellow or green. This is because it’s a caution signal requiring the driver to check the route is set and clear as he goes, being prepared to stop short of something that may be in front of them

[@DeanPark]

Thanks for the info! The way it’s wired I might not be able to manage that…but I’ll look into it. Thanks :-)

[@dhillebrandt85]

Just to add to that, you could also add a timer delay relay to the PLS. They don't pull off instantly with the road being set. You could use the delay relay to add a few seconds between the point changing and the PLS coming off. Would look so much more realistic.

[@WilliamHBaird-eq2hp]

The Great Wall scenery is very well done, in fact your entire layout is outstanding sir Happy New Year

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. Really pleased with how it’s turned out. :-) all the best.

[@mangleytown]

Loved the details along the wall 😀 looking forward to what you have for us in 2023 😀

[@daviemaclean61]

Thanks for the hints on the ubiquitous buddliea and sticking on etched plates. I have a number waiting to go on but wasn't sure what adhesive to use. Cheers. ;-)

[@DeanPark]

It’s so much better using a Matt cote (or indeed gloss or satin cote) varnish. I’ve seen too many models ruined by poorly fitted plates. This method gives you time to adjust and also a chance to wipe off any spills or oozes. And it really does stick then firmly when dry.

[@daviemaclean61]

@@DeanPark Cheers Dave. That's what was putting me off, but it hadn't occurred to me to use paint/matt cote. Every day's a school day!

[@squeaksvids5886]

A little technical note. The main signal would stay red when the shunt signal comes off. The Great Wall looks amazing. I use PVA glue for my etch plates, any excess is easily removed without damaging the paintwork.

[@DeanPark]

Hi. I might be limited by the way the signal is wired. I will look into it. So the PLS goes off and the signal stays red?

[@squeaksvids5886]

@@DeanPark Yes. When the PLS comes on the driver must proceed at caution as the line ahead could already be occupied.

[@tommahoney7940]

Great watch as always,all the best for 2023,Happy New Year Mate.

[@DeanPark]

Cheers! All the best.

[@darrelldeltic807]

Great update and review of 2022 completely agree with you on your selections, hope you have a great new years and look forward to seeing more updates in 2023 🎉 cheers Darrell

[@trainmanbob]

Terrific video Dave. Thanks for all the videos you have put out in 2022. They must be good because I am a dedicated N Gauge fanatic but I have to follow you. However the way you present your layout, thoughts and ideas have kept me enthralled as so much of the modelling is transferable to other scales. Here's to a superb, happy and prosperous 2023. Cheers, Bob

[@DeanPark]

Cheers Bob. I do like to plan it all out and take my time. Better that than rushing it and ending up with a result I don’t like. :-) cheers. Dave

[@nealhove]

Excellent video thanks Dave. You've certainly had a lot of new stock this year. Happy New Year, looking forward to your videos for 2023.

[@andydavidson9440]

Thanks Dave, as a recent returner to to hobby, your updates are excellent and your opinions balanced and valued. Here’s to a great 2023!

[@mickeybarrass3625]

Dave, Thank you for letting us(Me) watch the continued progress of Dean Park. You can tell by everything you do on the layout, It's a true labour of love. I'd love to see the outtakes, where the frustrations show the true Scotsman.😂😂 I'm biased as a 47 man myself, so 47363 gets my vote. However the Deltics and the 92 do look amazing. I've yet to hear a bad word about the 92s. The one you have is, like you said, spot on livery wise. Just as a Rail Enthusiast not a modeller, it's the first thing I look at with the models. Accurascale seem to be leading the way model wise on everything at the minute. Hornby need to take a look at themselves. Light bleed, I wouldve thought would be a standard in Quality Control testing, nevermind on a final decision and releasing it to retail. Not getting liveries right too. There must be plenty old BR paperwork kicking round to get the right shades.

[@barryturner2916]

Hi Dave thanks for sharing your top models of 2022, tips on making buddleia and track work. All the best for 2023 to you and your family take care and please remain safe, regards Barry..

[@bryan_lane]

I’m a bit late to the party on this one, but another great video Dave. And now I know how to make my own buddleia, I won’t need to buy them anymore ! Like you Dave, I was extremely pleased to finally get my Greyfriars Bobby after such a long wait, it was the last piece of the jigsaw for my ScotRail push-pull set. Happy New Year mate, I look forward to seeing your continued progress in 2023.

[@tracksidemike]

Hello from Canada most have lost you before. But I resub ya. Fantastic video great year in review. Happy New Year’s Eve to you and yours. Till then see you next year 👍🏻🚂🔔

[@DeanPark]

Thanks Glad to have you back :-) have a good new year. Cheers. Dave

[@tonysimons2860]

A pleasure to watch thank you.

[@jamesscobie1395]

Only one thing missing but I’m sure your new wagon will have a starring role come January. Thanks for mentioning Chris. He won’t get his head through the shop door on Saturday

[@DeanPark]

Ah that wagon is a shoe in for model of the year 2023!

[@EverardJunction]

I see the Heljan 45 didn't even make the list 😅 I'm not surprised, took me a whole weekend to get mine looking more respectable but there is still nothing I can do about the bodyshell shape issues.

[@DeanPark]

Erm no. It wasn’t there. It was outside the top models, languishing in the corner with the Hornby mk3 sleeper coaches and APT coach packs! 😆

[@gregoryhale2202]

Hi Dave, what a wonderful way to finish 2022, a great video giving us a glimpse of your locos and your new purchases. A huge thanks for all your interesting videos this year. I am really looking forward to seeing what you produce in 2023. All the best for a next year. Cheers Greg

[@DeanPark]

Hi Greg, nice to hear from you. It’s been an expensive year so hopefully less new stuff next year… but I say that every year 😆. All the best. Dave

[@AndrewH561]

Great video and couldn't agree more with you on your model of the year :-) Thanks as always for sharing the development of Dean Park and all the great reviews. I hope you and all the family have a great 2023.

[@davidcann4329]

Many thanks Dave for another excellent video, I particularly enjoyed your section on The Great Wall and making Buddleia bushes, but the roundup of 2022 was equally interesting. Hope you had a great Christmas and wishing you all the best for 2022.

[@AmeryJunction]

All looks great 👍

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. Good to hear from you :-) Dave

[@trainsmad12]

Good update Dave, would be my first choice the class 92 mate.

[@DeanPark]

The 92 is a superb model. No question :-)

[@davidclark3473]

I really like the way that the layout is developing and the scenic modelling is so realistic. I'm always inspired watching your videos! My modelling interest is SW Scotland in 2 eras, circa 1960 and late 1970s, so I have collections of BR blue diesels and also BR steam locos which would have operated on the ex-GSWR lines in these 2 periods. I've not bought many locos this year but one purchase stands out, and that's the Mckintosh Caledonian 812 0-6-0 in early crest BR black. I really like the smaller diesels and have numerous blue class 20s, 25s, 26s and 27s but I've resisted the temptation to add to their number this year! Keep up the good work, Dave, and have a great Hogmanay and Ne'erday! Cheers, Dave

[@ethankerr05]

with the snow ploughs i cut out the middle plough and super glued couplings into and it doesnt look to bad but its really hard to do without bending or damaging other the other parts of the plough and you have to use one of those low hanging coupligs

[@andrewpalm2103]

The Great Wall lives up to its name. As usual, a very enjoyable, informative, and inspirational video. I look forward to seeing your work in 2023. Happy New Year and Cheers from Wisconsin!

[@DeanPark]

Cheers Andrew. All the best. Dave

[@johanjacobssonfranzen]

Happy new year, David! You are truly an inspiration. Can't wait to see what you do next!

[@DeanPark]

Thank you. Too kind. All the best.

[@Morganstein-Railroad]

My Father would have chosen the Deltic. When he was on British CB radio, his handle was "Deltic", and he wanted me to take the handle "Deltic Blue", but I chose "Kingpin" instead. He was quite upset by my decision. So, to make up for that, and in his memory, I too choose the Deltic.

[@ModelRailway]

Very enjoyable layout update and review of the year! Good tip with the buddleia as well! One tip in return … when a shunt signal/position light is used to ‘call-on’ into a siding, the main signal aspect is usually held at Red. With the Heathcote boards, using the ‘RR’ input and a toggle switch can hold the main signal aspect to red. Great work with the Great Wall and all the details, good inspiration for adding more details to my layout as well! 2022 has certainly been an expensive year with plenty of new models … and I guess we have a few more ahead for 2023! Have an enjoyable Hogmanay! 🎉👍 Mark

[@DeanPark]

Hi Mark. Yeah I’ve had similar feedback from a couple of folks on the signal. I have the RR wired up to all my signals to hold them at red. But I’m not sure if this will shut off the call on signal. I’ll have a potter around and see. Thanks. Have a good new year. Dave

[@DeanPark]

Hi mark. I am unable to get the call on signal to light when the signal aspect is red. I am using a heathcote route indicator switch for this signal, with the call on signal wired through that, so it’s operating like a route indicator feature at the moment. How would you wire this up via the RR? I already use it for turning the signal to red (from a toggle switch on my control panel). However I am unable to work out how to keep the ‘call on’ shunt signal to stay on when the main three aspect signal is red. Can you tell me how you would wire this up? Cheers. Dave

[@ModelRailway]

@@DeanPark Hi Dave, happy new year! Regarding the Heathcote Route Indicator module, that makes sense … as the module is designed to correctly simulate a junction with main aspect signals with a route indicator (feather) of white lights. The route indicator is only allowed to be lit when a proceed aspect is showing, therefore when the main aspect is Red the route indicator is not lit. Regarding the position light, one option could be to use a Gaugemaster GM500 relay fitted to the turnout to control the RR function. So when the turnout is set towards the siding, the RR input to the turnout switch is connected, then is connected to the Heathcote module RR function, and holds the main aspect signal to Red. The other channel from the relay can then be connected to the position light to light up. A separate 2-aspect Heathcote module (such as IRDASC-1) could be fitted to the position light to allow it to automatically switch off once a train has passed the signal and junction (with the sensor fitted on the siding just passed the junction). Hope this makes sense and helps? If not, I could draw a little diagram and send to you on Facebook! Cheers, Mark 👍

[@soulstorm_music]

Dave?! What a fantastic video to round off a year of absolutely sublime content from you. I probably use KZbin more than most of your subscribers (haven't owned a TV for 8 years at this point) and I have to say again, WITH GREAT EMPHASIS, that your uploads are very high amongst those I most look forward to. As your skill in improving the layout improves, so too does your skill in all aspects of video production. The Great Wall part of the scene is looking absolutely fantastic and a credit to, imo, the best part of your layout, the depot above it. I'm sure you're just chuffed with that full part of your set-up!! Rightfully so. Hard to argue with your call of top 3 models... that 55002 Deltic in green/yellow gets my heart's vote (despite me being a Rangers fan haha) but yes, there was only one choice for No.1 and it was def the Class 92. Totally agree. Thank you so very much for sharing your hobby and taking the time and care to upload such well crafted uploads of your progress mate. Hope you've had an awesome Christmas, and the very best wishes for 2023.

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. I have to admit, that the depot side of my layout is my favourite area. I love depot layouts anyway, so spend most time shunting locos around while express trains go past on both levels. All the best. Dave

[@JSC131]

Brilliant layout one of the best in the UK.

[@DeanPark]

Cheers Jeff.

[@cedarcam]

Great tip on adding name plates I always fear getting glue on the paint which puts me off adding the etched plates. The colour of buddleia depends on the soil they grow in so you would be unlikely to see different coloured ones next to each other in the wild, good you stuck to modelling what you have seen in real in Scotland. The Hornby APT I so looked forward to has been such a disappointment and seeing reviews of other recent releases has put me off buying anything else of theirs apart from the 9f Evening Star I had on order from way back. That runs well but was bought mainly for my collection. I will not buy a 92 because it is out of my time period but it sure looks and sounds the best release of the year, after the good Deltic reviews I am tempted to get a 37. I hope 2023 brings you and the family good times and look forward to your updates in the year ahead. I should be going to Glasgow show again so may see you there again

[@AndyHudson-ModelRailwayBuilds]

Excellent video David, and a fair review of the models from 2022, Happy New Year for the weekend

[@DeanPark]

Cheers Andy.

[@onnomulder9775]

Another great update Dave!!! Just awesome! Happy new year mate!! Take care. By the way the model of 2022 is the class 92!! Cheers Onno.

[@gorazdkariz7015]

Fantastic video as always ...happy new year from slovenija ...

[@DeanPark]

Thank you. All the best.

[@alansurgeoner5259]

Dave ,I haven't commented for a while but had to jump in here. Really enjoyed your summing up of your best 2022 additions to your fleet. I did chuckle when you said that you have every class 47 you wanted back in 2021. I think all the model companies know that guys like yourself just can't help diving in and buying or ordering almost any updated or special release when it comes to one of your favourite classes of locos. Anyway thanks for the update and hope to enjoy many more in future. Hope you and family have a great and prosperous New Year. All the best to you and all subscribers.

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. Yeah I’m a soft target for new models. Glad you enjoyed the video and my channel. Thanks for your support. Dave

[@fredstrainandbusvids.]

I like the new wall thing, it looks old grubby! :)

[@dallasthomas9298]

Great video at this point Bachmann Class 47 is my no 1 model this year, awaiting the delivery of a class 92. Appreciate your time and effort thought out the year week done Dave please keep going.

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. It’s a lot of work and time producing these videos, but I enjoy sharing and documenting what I do. Hopefully a lot of progress on the final end of the layout next year. Cheers. Dave

[@johnoneill5661]

Nice video 👍 I would put the Deltics in first place over the class 92 but only because I have really really sat on my hands and refused to give in and buy one. The Hornby APT would have been on my shopping list but it is way overpriced so it’s off the list until I win the lottery👍

[@simonbradshaw3708]

Your top 10 models of the year really tells a lot about the quality/standard of models being produced by the major brands. Hornby being bottom with many quality issues and high prices who really need to up their game. Bachmann doing well with so great models, but prices are high for some and Accurascale who really produce fantastic models at very good prices. You know if Accurascale produce a model it will be to the finest standard. It will be interesting to see their class 37 released and how it compares to Bachmann Deluxe.

[@DeanPark]

Good point. And Heljan…. Well they’ve failed to impress with their inconsistency this year. I’ll Soon be able to compare both of the 37’s. But I’m excited for the accurascale one after receiving my 92!

[@warwickroadmodelrailway]

Great update Dave, have to agree with your top model of 2022 the class 92, for me a big step forward in what can be achieved by manufacturers. Nice to see that Hornby still up there but for some minor quality issues. The scenery work done looks fantastic and the great wall looks awesome, very well done. Thank you for sharing your how to on Buddleia definitely a job for me on my layout. Happy New Year and looking forward to the continuing story of Dean Park.

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. Yeah Hornby are good but the likes of Bachmann and accurascale are edging towards greatness with some of their new product. Cheers. Dave

[@michaelchester8997]

Your modelling skills are superb and have to be admired. A long way from my 3rail oval track and Duchess of Montrose.

[@davidcann4329]

But that is still something really interesting for railway modellers, how a lot of them got into the hobby in the first place. I admire Dave for the amount of hard work, time and effort he puts in to get such a realistic layout, but I'm satisfied with my 3 Rail Hornby Dublo too.

[@galahadthreepwood9394]

Excellent work. A before and after shot would be good, just a thought.

[@DeanPark]

I always forget to do that :-)

[@StormmyStormmy]

Great review, happy new year to you and the family.

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. And to you.

[@marcmurray]

Hello I hope you do not mind saying the arches need weathering and do you think graffiti would make it look more realistic. I love your amazing detail just out of this world .

[@DeanPark]

Hi thanks. they are weathered with grime and salt streaking. The camera lightens everything. Graffiti is on another part on the upper walls at the back. This will be highlighted in a future video. :-)

[@marcmurray]

@Dean Park Model Railway sorry when I watched video I saw the weathering. Happy new year. Look forward to more streams 😀

[@ewoodrailway]

As your layout reminds me so much of Edinburgh Waverley, Waverley gardens and Haymarket depot with the 1980s cars it has to be the 37s or 26.

[@DeanPark]

That’s exactly the theme I’m going for. Right down to the replica signal box:-) cheers.

[@brucewelsh1969]

Great vid as usual. I picked up the Bachmann class 90 'Penny Black' in RES red with sound and it impressed me. I need to get RES carriages now. Might have to sweet talk the wife. :-)

[@DeanPark]

Very nice loco it is too. Just outside my era… I have to draw the line somewhere. 😆

[@modelrailroader5619]

That was a thoroughly enjoyable recap of 2022. Your layout looks fabulous and is nicely populated with a variety of rolling stock. I have to admit I have a soft spot for “Greyfriars Bobby.” Happy New Year from Canada 🇨🇦🎉🥳

[@DeanPark]

Yes it’s one of my top models too. All the best.

[@clippermuso]

Thanks for all the content that’s kept us entertained through the year. Difficult to pick a fave for 2022, haven’t bought very much, but certainly agree on the Deltic and 92 - surprised by just how much it’s impressed me. For me though, my (previous version) Bachmann 37 685 in West Coast Railways maroon really tops the list. Nothing fancy, just a smooth runner that looks right on my wee layout. All the best.

[@DeanPark]

A nice livery that really suits the 37! Good choice. All the best. Dave

[@SimonsShed]

Looking good, the track looks much more realistic after airbrushing. I'm sure I've bought some of those speed limit signs for my layout ...one day I'll get around to fitting them 😇 Have a great new year 👍

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. All the best. Dave

[@andylaws4247]

Great video update. Can you do a video on re-fitting door steps to Oxford Mk3s please? All of mine have fallen off or loose in the box!!

[@DeanPark]

Put a tiny dot of glue (using a needle or a pin) in one of the holes. Carefully attach the step and leave on its side to allow the glue to dry. Superglue is instant, like roket rapid, but if you’re worried about getting it on side of coach etc, use a water based options roket card glue or glue and glaze. These are easily wipeable with a damp cotton bud if any excess oozes. This glue will obviously take longer to dry. But you only need a tiny drop.

[@mels1811]

Wonderful video

[@TravisMartin-l4q]

What material do you use to create the Buddleia on the wire? Really pleased to see it modelled as the real stuff seems to be everywhere at Sleaford East Junction, the prototypical area I’m modelling.

[@cellarton]

Thanks Dave, enjoy all your content. Wishing you a Happy New Year and looking forward to what you‘ll be up to in 2023. One question- how did you get to your track plan? It seems so be the most interesting to run out of all the layouts on KZbin

[@DeanPark]

Hi. Thanks for getting in touch. I came up with the track plan myself from my imagination. It allows me to run loads of trains, over all points of the layout and access both the upper and lower parts, including the storage yard. :-) cheers. Dave

[@SteveS3667]

Looking really superb there Dave, racking my brains for my new N Gauge layout in 2023 was thinking Memories of the Great Eastern set in 1982/3 before the wires went up North of Colchester which would include the Harwich Branch to allow for those Anglo/Scottish freights plus "The European" Harwich to Glasgow and Edinburgh. Enjoying watching your builds I've learned a lot while doing my first layout to a point I really surprised myself lol... what are you going to do when you have finished Dean Park?

[@brianperrie3960]

I am surprised that you do not have any ScotRail liveried rolling stock. I am hoping to populate my layout with many models with the Saltire colour scheme.

[@DeanPark]

Saltire livery isn’t my main era, but I do have a 68 and mk2f in that livery.

[@mickedgeleyparkstation5391]

Totally agree class 92.👍

[@craigstow3324]

Hi from Australia I haven't read all the comments, but I was wondering which locomotives were on your wishlist that you passed on to Accurascale? Always great content Look forward to more updates

[@DeanPark]

Hi, I requested a couple more Deltic To be done in the next batch.. black watch and fife and Forfar yeomanry. :-) fingers crossed 🤞 cheers. Dave

[@craigstow3324]

Not too sure if they already released it, but I hope they do the "Gordon Highlander" in the two tone green, as I am a descendant of the Gordon's of Huntly 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@deansweeney8203]

As usual another fantastic update my choice would be Greyfriar's Bobby hope you had a great Xmas look forward to seeing the next update 2023

[@DeanPark]

711 is one of my favs too! All the best. Dave

[@lapiswake6583]

My number 1 is my CS 92, although the new Heljan ES1 is fantastic too (but yet to be run in). The Deltic is fantastic, as is the new 37, but I think my 3rd place would have to go to the Quarry Hunslet, which is so cute and tiny.

[@mickking1783]

Thanks for another great update. As for your top ten I have to agree apart from I don’t and will not have a class 92. Your 2nd place shove duff is a great loco but I had to change out the headlights as I have my own way of upgrading them to look far superior.

[@DeanPark]

Thanks. what do you do to upgrade them?

[@onlineWOF]

Great work again Dave, well done. The low wall around the depot fuel tank; was this scratch built or did you buy it somewhere? It’s something I require. I was told by a fellow modeller this wall is known as a ‘bund’ . Thanks, Gordon

[@DeanPark]

Hi, yes it’s a bund wall. I built it myself using 2mm mdf, with brick glue to each side. It’s got a 2mm based. Then I paint the brick etc. top edge of the wall is capping made from strips of plastic with detailed added such as mortar joins.

[@onlineWOF]

@@DeanPark Thanks. Yes, it sure looks good. I enjoy watching your layout videos.

[@JanetSuggitt]

I am wanting to buy my hubby a new controller as he has a Guagemaster Prodigy but it only has 20 loco functions. I am thinking of the Z21 by Roco and Fleichman. Is his a good controller or is there others that are better. It needs to go up to at least 28 loco functions as I bought him an Accurascale Deltic 55. Love your channel

[@The247group]

Hi Dave I’ve got a loft space of 6ft by 18ft what would you recommend track wise ?

[@grahamknight8994]

Interesting observations on the Hornby quality. When I worked at a local wildlife park one of our branded soft toy suppliers made it clear that they had their own manufacturing facility in China which differentiated them from most of the competition. In my role as QC inspector at an electronics facility I encountered many issues when sub component manufacture especially reguards electroplating and powder coat finishes were switched to alternative cheaper suppliers. I get the impression that Hornby are forever chasing the bottom line, manufacturing capacity and the inveitable consequential QC issues. Yes there are livery variations on prototypes due to weathering, age and even different workshops and paint batches, yet on a model it does stick out like a sore thumb. I agree it would be better to manufacture all models in a particular livery at the same plant.

[@philnewstead5388]

I have enjoyed watching your layout develop over the last couple of years, yourself and Richard at Everard Junction really attain a level of detail and quality of finish that many of us can only aspire to. Accurascale seem to be proving with each new model that you can produce a first class model for sensible money whereas Hornby seem to align their pricing structure with Bachmann and Heljan whilst producing an inferior model. The light bleed on the Azuma and livery issues on the 91s and the flaws on the APT are simply unacceptable given the price you have paid for those models. I also have a friend who bought a Hornby HST this Christmas that only shows a white ligh on one power car which doesn't extinguish when changing direction, I dont like to bash Hornby as I have a number of their products that I'm very happy with but they really need to up their game and not release models that have basic errors in livery and light bleed. Hope you had a good Xmas and have a happy and prosperous new year and I look forward to seeing other areas of your layout develop.

[@DeanPark]

Cheers Phil. I try my best to get what I do to the highest quality possible. Both Richard and I have it lit own strengths and I too enjoy watching his channel. Hornby seem to take 2 steps forward and 3 steps back! They really need to stop making silly errors that cost modellers their hard earned money on sub standard stuff.

[@wally1022]

Have a grand Hogmonay. Cheers from down under. Wally

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. Have a good new year

[@fredburley9512]

Love your full length APT - I grew up with this train as it was being developed and pointed to some distant super exciting future and was so disappointed by it's atrocious cancellation by the then 1980's tory government. At least Hornby give it a go. Some amazing trains there. 👍

[@richardswiderski4985]

Great video and a super layout..By the way How did you get the cab lights to work on your Hornby A.P.T.Have a great 2023..

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. I used a Hornby 8 pin decoder! And it worked! It didn’t work with other 8 pin decoders! But the Hornby one solves the problem, in both cabs. Must use them in both ends.

[@richardswiderski4985]

Thanks for quick reply I have used Hornby 8pin decoders in all three units all work fine but no cab lights !! As far as I recall tried all F. numbers

[@modelrailwaynoob]

I bought the Deltic but I felt the class 47s from Bachmann are overpriced. I have bought some of their steam engines however. I was impressed by the 92s but I don't want one personally. I am looking forward to some steam locos due out over the next 12 months and the Accurascale class 37s. There are a couple of older diesels I am on the look-out for and some more rolling stock Ienjoy seeing your layout Dave.

[@richardserridge2767]

A nice roundup and layout update. In terms of the APT being underpowered, they were that unreliable that you might as well drag them with a loco anyway 😂

[@DeanPark]

If they had a front coupler I would lol

[@richardserridge2767]

@@DeanPark ah bugger!

[@zodzod9378]

Well done mate love your work and vids just starting my journey on building my lay out but got so much info from you ? THANKS Little john from chichester

[@DeanPark]

It’s a great hobby. You’ll love it. All the best and I’m glad to be of help. Cheers. Dave

[@LennixAlexander]

I noticed a little dust mite crawling down the bufferbeam of the class 37 at 30:39 Lol

[@DeanPark]

Fake news ! Lol

[@LennixAlexander]

​@@DeanPark If you look really carefully to the right of the ETH socket you can see it crawling along the top of the bufferbeam

[@davidstrains4910]

Great update here Dave, some very good work done on the layout, a good choice of locomotives and rolling stock in your top 10 models of the year, some of them I would like to get hold of myself like the class 91 and the new bachmann class 37 and maybe the 47, good choice for your number one, I have 92022 Charles Dickens myself, very happy with the model but one thing I’m not pleased with is that mine has had some of the Railfreight distribution lettering rub off soo have had to buy some transfers to repair that. In terms of locomotives some top ones for me this year would be my Rapido APT-e, the accurascale deltic and class 92, a heljan DP2, the hornby rebuilt W1 Hush Hush, the dapol class 59 and a second hand A4 mallard which is being used for a project, my number 1 locomotive for 2022 would be a bachmann deltic prototype, although it is an old model now regarding todays standards just to get one for a good price was fantastic, the model also has been detailed up and weathered which makes it look like a fantastic model. In terms of rolling stock it would be some hornby pendolino coaches and some accurascale IIA biomass wagons, the best piece of rolling stock for me this year would be a rails dynamometer car which while again is second hand it’s an incredible coach with an incredible level of detail plus it will go very well with the mallard that I’m currently using in a project. Happy new year to you Dave.

[@DeanPark]

Cheers. Nice selection of models you listed there. You should have contacted accurascale if the lettering was damaged. They could have tried to sort it for you. But if you’ve repaired it yourself, fair play to you. All the best.

[@davidstrains4910]

@@DeanPark thanks Dave, some of the models I have got this year have been fantastic. Regarding my class 92 it didn’t arrive with the lettering damaged, I think it is my fault because I have to handle my locomotives a lot, I don’t have a proper layout so I can’t store it anywhere, most times with my models I’m placing them and taking them off the track by hand, I’m more than happy to do the repair mainly because 92022 is now out of stock and I imagine they don’t stock bodies as spares, plus a few days ago I fitted all the etched parts and managed to do that without getting glue all over the body, I have done a lot of transfers in my time so I’m confident I can repair this, I’m just annoyed that it’s an accurascale locomotive that has had this happen again, my deltic has had paint chip off through handling the model but like I say I don’t have the facilities to store my locomotives because I don’t have a proper layout as of yet.

[@SimonWitt]

What a great year for your layout, great progress in completing below the depot. I'm looking forward to the industrial scene planned! Regarding models of the year, I haven't received much although the highlights were probably some Dapol MJA Freightliner wagons and also some weathered Silver Bullets also from Dapol, they've both been really impressive and good value for money. I was hoping their 59 would have been out in time for the Warley show so I could have picked one up there, but I'll have to wait for it to appear in shops here in Oz instead. Looking at your review of your models though, here comes a bit of Hornby bashing, in comparison with the other models on your listing from Bachmann & Accurascale, Hornby are clearly kidding themselves and the paying customer for thinking that their offerings for diesel & electric models in particular are worthy of (excessive) premium prices, but then again people are buying the APT set or full rakes for the 91 so why should Hornby stop? I'm glad that Accurascale are hitting the mark for the most part with their locos though, hopefully Cavalex will do the same with their 56 next year as well as they look very impressive

[@DeanPark]

Yes, sadly if you want an HST/mk3, class 91/mk4 and an apt it’s only Hornby who do them! They are certainly settling in as a second division manufacturer as the likes of accurascale chase down Bachmann’s dominance. I can see (once I’ve got all the HST’s/mk3’s I need) that my new additions won’t contain any hornby products at all. It’s going to be accurascale and bachmann going forward.

[@kevinboon4554]

Hi Dave ill dont understand ive never seen an railway so clean no oil and rust on the layout ,the locos not even dirty BR was treble for cleaning ,engines running 24 hours a day never switch off my family and myself work on the railway 150 yrs plus colour lights got rust and overhead eletrics

[@robd2184]

Interesting, never saw the bachy 47 beating the deltic….I think the 47 front steps and snowploughs are a lazy throw back and enough to put me off at the price. I can’t much comment further as I’ve brought no models at all in 22….however I now have reserved an accurascale 50 for which I have high hopes

[@DeanPark]

I think the bachmann is a all round brilliant model, and it’s more robust to handle etc than the Deltic. The 47 does everything well. It’s the GTI of the model train would. It’s a great all rounder.

[@EtonieE25]

@21:36 APT. Hornby had better get their finger out and up the game play of future models as the competition out there is now putting over priced, under powered, nasty interior plastic units like this to shame 🤔…..AND it needs 3 sound decoders!!!!!! WTF! ☹️

[@LongStripeyScarf]

Hold on, you can’t have a green AND a position light at the same time

[@DeanPark]

I’ve noted feedback. I’ll look into amending.

[@NathanielKempson]

When the probalamtic and rushed and overall worst models are all from Hornby XD and people wonder why I despise hornby models.

[@modelrailroader5619]

That was a thoroughly enjoyable recap of 2022. Your layout looks fabulous and is nicely populated with a variety of rolling stock. I have to admit I have a soft spot for “Greyfriars Bobby.” Happy New Year from Canada 🇨🇦🎉🥳

[@JanetSuggitt]

I am wanting to buy my hubby a new controller as he has a Guagemaster Prodigy but it only has 20 loco functions. I am thinking of the Z21 by Roco and Fleichman. Is his a good controller or is there others that are better. It needs to go up to at least 28 loco functions as I bought him an Accurascale Deltic 55. Love your channel

[@DeanPark]

Hi, thanks :-) The Z21 is a very competent controller. Very popular too. That should fulfill his needs with the functions etc. the ESU ecos is also excellent, I’ve owned one for a few years and it’s great to use, but not cheap! Hope this helps. Dave

[@JanetSuggitt]

@@DeanPark thank you for your help, much appreciated 😀