Fiddle Yard and Helix Design at Chadwick Model Railway | 113.

[@4lph1000]

Charlie, I am a great fan. As a 12 year old girl, I find your videos fun and I like to help my dad doing his layout. Keep up the great work. Best wishes. Olivia. :)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Olivia, I’m so pleased that you enjoy my videos. I do hope that your dad appreciates your help, regards Charlie

[@davidhowes5403]

Ref: Chadwick_Storage_Coloured.jpg . I have terrible trouble remembering names myself Charlie, so don't worry. I'm just glad I was able to help and that my suggestion was considered to have sufficient merit that it's found its way into your layout in some form. Keen to see how it all turns out. Regards David

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

David, you are a true star with great modesty too. Regards Charlie.

[@vincentweatherly9991]

Nice outside shots

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Vincent, regards Charlie

[@Zebrails]

I've pulled off a board from the shop wall which splits the shop in two. It's quarter inch thick, five inches wide and nine foot four inches (112 inches) long. During my watching your video, my mindful wheels started to turn. My watching your videos is starting to turn like, for a car battery with "cold cranking amps"...my locomotivation over, from a dead stop. Two short cabinate hunged doors just got screwed into the inside of a seven foot-four inch window frame, both doors swung away from the window in parallel and holding up that first board. I've started! Thank you! John BC, Canada

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Clearly a cunning plan is taking shape John.

[@garethmullins886]

Hi Charlie, oh my goodness. I expected to see you with your pipe and slippers on with your feet up enjoying the new layout. Been so busy recently I've missed a few. Last watched the hilarious and interesting No 100 !! Better do some binge watching. Well your club room is getting more cosy. I'll go back and catch up. What a layout this is going to be. I'm beginning to think your wife has got a long list of jobs to crack on with and your reply. Yes love, just need to finish this first. Catch you soon and keep making your channel fun and informative to watch. Regards Gareth

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heartwarming comment Gareth. Thank you so much and I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the videos. Regards Charlie

[@ARB4957]

You are definitely a chap who doesn't let the grass grow under his feet for long - what a splendid adventure !

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s great to have you onboard mate, regards Charlie

[@hovermotion]

When the big saw came out I was gob smacked..... Superb new design and work... keep safe Charlie ......Jim. P.s love the drone footage...and amazing to see the laser cutting.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Jim, it was fun to film and edit too. Regards Charlie

[@THEFORBIDDENMAN-lk7of]

THANKS CHARLIE FOR TAKING THE TIME TO POINT ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF SEEING THE FIRST PART OF YOUR HELIX

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re most welcome mate. Regards, Charlie

[@brenthopley874]

Hi there Charlie, from one ex-Navy greenie helo-maintainer (RNZN-Wasp) to another and a fellow railway modeller, having followed your sessions from # 61, 113 is close to being the most radical and enlightening. The rest are great of course, this one is just another step up from those so I look forward to seeing the next few clips and watching the layout really take on operational potential now that you've moved on from the tail-chaser concept (which is still ok!). Thanks for the time and energy you spend in putting the clips together, I enjoy sharing your journey and long live the modular concept... Stay safe and well, Best Regards Brent

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heartwarming comment Brent. I’m glad to have you on board although it may be a bumpy ride. Regards Charlie

[@alwhiteland6229]

Great video as it tells a story and has variety in its content without being too long.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Al, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it.

[@leestoddart7014]

Hi Charlie, great video as ever! Thanks for the shout out, it was a pleasure working on your layout in the digital/virtual world of Anyrail. But I'm sure you'll get the most out of working on it in the real world.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That should be me that’s thanking you Lee. Stay safe, regards Charlie

[@andrewstevenson5449]

As someone who was railway modelling long before anyone had even dreamed of them, I find those laser cutting machines fascinating. All those years cursing blunt jigsaw blades, and now you just put a sheet of plywood in the machine, and out comes something perfect first time! The only thing you missed in this video was a police car with blue lights and sirens behind you, and you saying "That'll be the bobbies, then..."

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

An interesting comment Andrew. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video, regards Charlie

[@PaulSmith-pl7fo]

@@ChadwickModelRailway I can just imagine the scene.

[@michaelmackenzie5679]

Hi Charlie! Another great and very interesting video! What a wonderful friend to have in James!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Michael, stay safe, regards Charlie

[@ravenscrossmodelrailway3281]

Fantastic video Charlie. I bought all my DCC from DCC automation when I converted. You have been inspirational unfortunately that means me ripping up mine and starting again. Good job I love this hobby. Looking forward to progress.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s great to have you on board mate, regards Charlie

[@garylong7599]

Loving the video especially the bit with the kitchen knife made me laugh

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It was supposed to make you cringe Gary, regards Charlie

[@medwaypeninsulaMR]

Hi Charlie one thing I have found being a bit of a novice is how willing people are to give advice and suggestions and to help when problems occur and long may it continue. I am lookig forward to seeing the track plan come to life. And I too liked the drone footage.....Cheers Kev

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Kev, and so pleased that you enjoyed the video along with the drone footage. Regards Charlie

[@peterjhillier7659]

Great Video Charlie, that Laser is a nice bit of Kit, mind doesn’t look cheap. Thanks once again looking forward to the rest of the Series.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s great to have you onboard Peter.

[@ianjames1352]

Yes I know what you mean. It's not easy cutting them round bits out. Thanks for putting in touch with dcc trains automation. That means no mess

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Good for you James, I’m halfway through the first build.

[@kevinbohnenblust5844]

Greetings from a brand new subscriber from Wyoming, USA. I absolutely love your videos and production. I am learning how to approach issues on my layout-in-progress -- including a 4 turn, 30-inch radius helix -- with your help. Now to find someone locally who has a laser cutter! Thank you very much!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Kevin, it’s so pleasing to find that I can help you with the progress of your project. Regards, Charlie

[@momatmach1]

The re-design moves the whole layout design concept to another level, it’s becoming a special design which inspires, rather than a tail chaser, thanks for another good video.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heartwarming comment, regards Charlie

[@mrspockmm8741]

As always a really interesting video. I have never considered a helix until now. I can't wait for the next installment!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Be aware, it’s an expensive investment!

[@willp358]

Highly enjoyable and well presented as ever. Only just got round to watching. The design looks fantastic and love the knife and saw weilding. A real cut above and a slice of the best!!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Will, I’m so pleased that you found the video interesting. Regards Charlie

[@toddjarman542]

Wow Charlie that looks awesome can’t wait to see it all come together 🍻🍻👍🏻

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hopefully Todd, next week should be the assembly, fingers crossed. Regards Charlie

[@martinwelsford1353]

my heart was in my mouth when you took a rip saw to the hillside Charlie. Better to make all these massive room changes than compromise your modelling due to knee problems, but what a job ! And who would not want a fiddle yard like that. Even more entertaining than usual. Thanks

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Martin I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards Charlie

[@jolliemark6294]

Looking forward to seeing more....thanks Charlie.....Jack

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Jack. Regards Charlie

[@cliveking9775]

An interesting video Charlie. I cannot wait to see the end result. Loved the drone footage too.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Clive, and I’m pleased you enjoyed the little road trip too.

[@Andystrainsandmore]

A great video, faszinating what laser cut makes possible. Enjoy building your new layout. Cheers Andy 🤠

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Andy, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting, regards Charlie

[@mytinplaterailway]

Your films are always excellent, but this one was especially impressive. Countyfile ! I imagine this new fiddle yard and the helix's (?) is costing you a small fortune!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I will work out the total cost. The track is a massive expense should you buy new.

[@roystudds1944]

Wow! Isn’t technology wonderful. Can’t wait to see your next update.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Roy.

[@bryanlane62]

That was a great video Charlie ! As you said, something a bit different ! Nice to see James too. I visited James about three weeks ago on my way back from holiday in Cornwall, shame you hadn’t made this video before my visit, I spent about five minutes driving around that industrial estate and ended up phoning James before I found him ! I’d gone down primarily to pick up my helix, again a bespoke production to suit my needs. This really is a game changer for getting things like a helix produced - like you Charlie, my woodworking skills are, shall we say..... questionable ? When I found out that James and his team could produce such a great quality product at such an affordable price, it was a no brainer and I placed my order. I was able to create my design in AnyRail 6 and e-mail it to James - so easy ! I look forward to seeing your next video and how you get on with the construction. I’m not ready to start mine yet as I have a bit more railway to build first. So I’m very pleased that you can take on the role of guinea pig 😁 I’ll learn by your mistakes..... 🤣 I’m going to use DCC Concepts track bed and there will be up and down 00 tracks and a reversible 009 track on the inside. Gradient works out at about 3% and the out track climbs as you mentioned Charlie. I’m going to divide the tracks on my four stage helix into one block with two feedback detectors per level as it will be managed through iTrain - another product supplied by James at DCC Train Automation. I may also consider installing DCC Concepts Power Base on the up and reversible tracks on the helix for added traction for any trains that have an issue with the gradient. Well, enough from me ! Cheers Charlie and James 👍

[@DCCtrainautomation]

Hello Bryan thank you for your lovely words. We do our best to always help every customer. If you need any advice or help please call or pop in. We always look forward to seeing every one.

[@bryanlane62]

Hi James, it’s a pleasure. Look forward to when I can visit again sometime.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a fantastic comments Bryan. I will certainly become your guinea pig! I will be installing a power base just in case I need one. Stay tuned, regards Charlie

[@bryanlane62]

Thanks Charlie, looking forward to the next instalment.

[@philnewstead5388]

I am finding these track plan programmes quite useful as I am about to move my 'duck under' layout from a 9ft x 9ft bedroom into a converted 10m x 5m barn. My problem is arthritis of the back so I shall incorporate at lift out section, I'll also be building it in sections that will fit in the back of a Sprinter size van so that if I ever move I can easily dismantle and transport my layout. I've just seen a friend of mine have to destroy his layout which he started about 20 years ago when he retired early and constructed it with no intention of moving. Good luck with the rebuilding.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

A very interesting comment Phil. Some advice I have recently received was to use small pieces of track between the board joins. That way if it comes to a house move, it can be easily dismantled. Regards Charlie

[@magnificus8581]

Loved to see the drive, that is a beautiful countryside! Another great video from my model railroad professor! Thank you, Charlie!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the day out Craig. Regards Charlie

[@TheDaf95xf]

Charlie it goes without saying you’ve one of the best model train KZbin channels on how to do things mistakes and all 🤣 If I could of done what your other subscribers could have I would 100 % You give such endless entertainment and fantastic information on what your doing. Love how you pull things apart because you’ve changed your mind lol 😆 I think all modellers do it including myself 😆 It’s because of your channel I persist with my layout as I’ve said before I’m from the Manchester area but loved the western diesel classes 😄 Keep safe and fantastic watching as always Stevie 😎

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a wonderful comment Stevie. It’s comments such as yours that make it worthwhile. Regards Charlie

[@KEVINUK1004]

Brilliant video Charlie impressive drone shots etc Fantastic walk in idea with helix and a brilliantly designed fiddle/storage yard very impressive and great tutor skills A true inspiration for us wannabe modellers Brilliant!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heart warming comment Kevin. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

[@corinheathcote9868]

You come across as a nice person, and that's why people will spend time with you or do things for you. Or is it, we feel that you are building US a layout, so we want to help.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

A very nice thought Colin perhaps we are in it together, regards Charlie

[@christrickett3291]

Spot on.

[@thegrowler-blackwoodngauge]

Hi Charlie - another classic video - especially when the saw appeared! Really well executed video and enjoyed seeing all the bits being cut by laser for the helix. Cheers Euan

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Euan, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it.

[@frankwhittle4364]

Once again I am lost for words , people are so generous in this hobby, to give time to help with suggestions for track plans is above and beyond. These people should be cherished. I think its going to be fabulous and if it helps the old knees then win, win. Will wait with baited breath for the end product, in the mean time stay safe and keep well. Frank

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Frank. Yes, I too am astounded by peoples generosity. Regards Charlie

[@craigharbauer389]

really enjoyed the trip to see a little of the area you live in, hello from Chicago!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you found the road trip interesting Craig.

[@thomaswalla4210]

Real fascinating how you set up your helix thanks for showing!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Thomas.

[@onkyonky4740]

Charlie you have been busy, you should have sung out I would have been happy to pop around and give you a hand with moving the boards. Thanks for another great video I look forward to watching the progress.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks mate, you’re too kind. Regards Charlie

[@chrisclark6192]

Hi Charlie. Great video as always. That looks like an adventurous track upgrade. I hope it all goes to plan and I can't wait to see the end result. I would possibly swap the radiator for a low level one. If the base of the layout is not too close to the top of the radiator, you could cut a piece of aluminium and form a curve in it to make a heat deflector and fix behind the rad prior to fitting of baseboards. You don't want to attract any dampness issues. Hope all goes well. Stay safe and well. Cheers Chris.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Interesting options Chris, Many thanks Charlie

[@TheTrainFreak]

Great video Charlie! Looks like your going to do your helix the exact same way I did mine but I didn't have access to a laser cutter. I instead made a template and cut out with a jig saw and use it and routed out the remaining cuts. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to seeing how your helix turns out! - Jason

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Jason, wish me luck I just hope that it performs near faultlessly. Regards Charlie

[@TheTrainFreak]

@@ChadwickModelRailway best of luck on the helix build! Feel free to check out some of my layout update videos and that might help you not replicate some of the issues I ran into that I had to fix in order to get it working properly.

[@davidstokes8441]

A very interesting video this week Charlie. Thank you.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re most welcome David. Regards Charlie

[@joobydooby]

For my next trick, sawing a freshly made mountain in half!!! I'll need weeks of counselling to recover from that one ;-)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I cried off-camera Julian!

[@clivecobbold6815]

Hi Charlie another great video mate I can't wait until next week to see you build the helix and see train running on it Charlie keep up the great work mate stay safe and well goodbye for now clive

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Clive. I’ve been busy gluing today!

[@pim1234]

Just watched the vid where you made that ! and now you are taking it out again !

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Time waits for no man I’m afraid. Regards Charlie

[@pim1234]

@@ChadwickModelRailway true...

[@petergriffiths1792]

Well done Chadwick.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Peter, regards Charlie

[@daveraworth6539]

Hi Charlie, I will soon be building my own layout which will include a helix at each end. I have been worrying about how to design and construct the helix without causing me too many issues. I’m so pleased you have put this video out there as it has now swayed me towards leaving it to the professionals so thank you. Looking forward to seeing your updates and the continued build. Regards Dave

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

A good choice Dave, as I know quite a few modellers who have built their own helices that I’ve had troublesome outcomes. Regards Charlie

[@alanbarker0901]

Setting the model railway content to one side... the camera work in the episode is flipping BRILLIANT!!!! I forgot I was watching KZbin for a moment and thought it was a BBC documentary! Shame you didn't slide the saw underneath the hillside to start with though! 😁 Keep up the good work.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Alan

[@NicholassTrainChannel]

Great video Charile you have made good progress i am intrested to see how this project goes and i am glad you have found a design that suits you and yes it will be a long task gluing the sheets of foam track bed to the wood nice video as always.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks mate I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it, the glueing is now complete!

[@chazzyb8660]

Hmm - 113 episodes in and Charlie has, um, well a beautiful viaduct, one and a half hills, and a couple of open ended tracks. Oh boy! Hopefully you can (still) do some basic shunting mate? But it's been a brilliant journey so far and suddenly it looks like progress is really being made. The new layout looks amazing and it's going to be great fun watching it come together. But -but - but - all that work coming undone, all that soldering, fitting of point motors, the incomprehensible (to mere mortals) DCC special components, miles and miles of wiring, ouch. Well that has been part of the learning process. Charlie, all I can say is I admire your resolve and determination to get it right. All the very best of luck, and thanks so much for sharing it all, and with such great skill and good humour.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

A great comment Chazzy B. I can’t help but change my mind occasionally and allowing the layout to adapt. Hopefully this is the last major change, I can’t take any more! Regards Charlie

[@chazzyb8660]

I know what you mean. It always looks great in my head, the actual building, well that's another story.

[@jvanamb]

Sir Charlie and Squire James, Absolutely brilliant. The inclusion of Travel and Drone B-Roll shot far and away exceeded my expectations. I am impatiently awaiting the next episode. Your Cheeky Devil, ~Jim

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a brilliant comment Jim. I’m so pleased that you’re hooked on the channel! Regards Charlie

[@modularcuriosity]

Great Drone footage. And wow, what a pretty area you live in.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks MC, you’re too kind

[@grumpyopa8732]

A lot of work to make the layout more user friendly and reduce knee injuries, in the end it will be well worth it. My previous layouts all have been 'duck under' but now I am also going to design a walk around setup. Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video GO.

[@idrisdixon6998]

Well, Charlie, thank for your reply regarding the Helix, I thought it was a brand name, as usual a wonderful video and such a lovely talking voice, straight to the point...can't wait for the next vid

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Idris. Regards Charlie

[@tonyslight826]

That was a great video Charlie i look forward to the next one.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Tony, regards Charlie

[@gregoryhale2202]

Charlie, what an interesting video. Love the English countryside so lush and green. Back to modelling, I so wish I could contribute by way of providing ideas which would assist you in creating what you are setting out to achieve on your layout. My layout is what some would call a dog-bone design which allows me to walk into my train room without the duck-under which I previously had, so as sail into my 80`s there is no banging my head anymore. I may have mentioned before that my layout is a single level design, so to avoid a boring flat layout I have created mountains and hillside cuttings etc., I greatly admire those modelers who have the skills to create multi-level layouts which you are setting out to achieve. The fact that you sought assistance with the helix shows your desire to achieve the perfect outcome is to be commended. I will follow with great interest the changes you have made along with the instillation of the helix, Stay safe and cheers from Australia Greg

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heartwarming comment Greg. I’m so pleased that you found the video interesting and you’re staying with me for this journey. Regards Charlie

[@gregoryhale2202]

@@ChadwickModelRailway I Not sure if it was in this video where you made a comment about using Inox. I recently read an article advising that if any of your locomotives have Traction Tyres it best to avoid using this product as it has an adverse effect on the Traction tyres. I not sure but as far as I`m aware English locos are seldom fitted with Traction Tyres.... Regards Greg

[@CM-ARM]

Charlie what a great design and having the Helix Laser cut. I finally started mine and I am cutting each piece with a jigsaw. Also thank you for taking us for the ride, I just love the country side. Looking forward to seeing more, Chris

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you’ve found the video interesting Chris. And hopefully it could help the build of your Helix. Regards Charlie

[@nickbishop6784]

Really happy to see that you are making steady progress on Chadwick. I think that it was a great idea to out source the work on the two helixes. Looking forward to the next video Nick Australia

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Nick, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video. Regards Charlie

[@flinthillsmodelrailway]

Great update. Last time I went to see james all those roads were full of snow. I also remember popping into see you at your local show on the way back from James. Great to see the progress with the helix and looking forward to seeing progress. Stay safe.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Geoff, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie

[@silkytrack8091]

Fair play Charlie. That’s going to be really interesting to watch the progress. One thing I would love to hear a bit more about is the automatic wheel cleaner. I didn’t know such a thing existed?!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s made by Lux-Modellbau. Regards Charlie

[@waynemeakin]

I'm glad that the pro's change their minds after a few weeks of hard work and rip the thing up......thankfully it's not just me!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

We all make mistakes or change our minds. To me, it’s the speed of correction that is important rather than carrying on with something that you will never be happy with.

[@jimsmoter4510]

Enjoyed the update Charlie. Cheers

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Jim, Stay safe mate, regards Charlie.

[@williamking8552]

It looks very interesting, I really enjoy your channel and the common sense reasoning you use. looking forward to the next installment. Cheers, Bill.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Bill, what a heartwarming comment, regards Charlie

[@christrickett3291]

Good parking. I remember my attempts to learn to drive, despite not wanting to.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

My parking is more of a loose abandonment. Regards

[@dakdak7609]

Good stuff - and driving and droning at the same time. Just like the wife. If the room does need the radiator then there are some great low level options available these days - in our walk-in wardrobe we ended up with a radiator seat in the middle of the room - nice piece of oak on top and somewhere warm to sit when debating which pair of sweat pants will be below the desk on today’s lockdown zooms...

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Great comment DD. The radiator might well become an issue as winter draws near. Regards Charlie

[@nig87101]

"..........driving and droning at the same time. Just like the wife". lol Just get ready to don your running shoes if she see's that comment! lol

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Life on the edge Nigel.

[@ewoodrailway]

Very well presented and detailed video of your future plans. A very interesting watch, good luck with the project

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks ER, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video. Regards Charlie

[@johnlupton2754]

Brilliant video Charlie with a different slant. Thoroughly absorbing.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased you enjoyed it John, I did enjoy putting in the drone footage. Regards Charlie

[@CalebsRailFilms]

Always a thorough highlight of my day or night watching your videos, Charlie. Interesting setup with the Helix. I want to modify my home layout, Devizes (featured on ITV South West in July) to a draw bridge config where the fiddle yard is so I can get into the control area easier. Money and time is the next thing lol 😆. Gauge 1 and G stuff is even more expensive but I could be doing worse things with my money. Great filming once again. You've got such a great commentary voice. Such a peaceful time watching your videos. Many thanks for giving me some great model railway therapy. Look after yourself mate and stay healthy. Cheers Caleb

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heartwarming comment Caleb. I’m so pleased that you find the channel interesting. Take care mate, regards Charlie

[@SweSuf]

Now in my early sixties I'm already on part retirement. Building a layout has been a dream since my childhood, and watching Your channel is a great motivator NOT to...! That's tongue in cheek, but still very honest; self knowledge tells me it's far too much work for my meager supply of energy, and would just end in frustration and regret. Instead I can admire Your excellent work, in which I wish You good luck and fast progress!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m sure that you could build a great little shunting layout SS.

[@markwilson8002]

Absolutely fantastic video, very interesting Charlie.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Mark, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting.

[@VNWas]

Thanks Charlie, great episode. Looking forward to seeing it all come together!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Warren, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards Charlie

[@nigelcarter9503]

Charlie, great planning.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Nigel, I’m so pleased that you liked it.

[@barryturner2916]

I hope you cleaned and sharpened your wife's carving knife before putting it back in the kitchen (lol). Looks like its going to be a wonderful addition to your layout, can't wait to see the next update. Puts my homemade effort to shame. Always a pleasure and joy to watch tour video's...

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Barry, you’re far too kind regards

[@Malandrin]

oh, that was cool with the cnc and the shop looks like a really nice place to spend hours just looking at stuff

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I think that we all miss a good bit of railway modelling shopping Allan.

[@bobwestwood7824]

Amazing Charlie what a star. Can't wait for the next installment

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Bob, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it.

[@markfisher8206]

Excellent Charlie eagerly looking forward to the assembly video ! The road trip did give me flashbacks to our holiday in Devon this time last year. In the happy pre Covid world cheers

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Mark, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting.

[@jimross623]

Hi Charlie, A very interesting video. I have been looking at a very similar idea for my own layout, and was looking at Hatton’s new baseboards, with as yet unidentified helix manufacturers. Having seen your friend James at work I may be going there. I really liked that hillside you just removed, that you had only built a few months ago, so was watching the first part of your video in horror. It was almost like watching that film of that mountaineer who got stuck between two rocks and cut his own arm off. I watched from behind the settee! I can’t wait to see the next episode. Regards, Jim

[@jimross623]

Hi Charlie, What’s the retail cost of your helixes? What the great unwashed need to pay, that is. Regards, Jim

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hi Jim, a word of caution with helices. Be very careful of the plywood thickness. birch ply has the advantage of lightness. Don’t even look at MDF. Once you’ve sorted out how many turns you need, give James a call. I will go in to prices, once complete.

[@mmsmits2868]

Road trip! Love it!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

The best ride. Regards Charlie

[@MalcolmCrabbe]

Excellent video Charlie, quality camera work, and felt as if we were all there with you watching the laser cutter at work... Only negative I can think of was its too short :) - would love to have seen more. - Don't put yourself down regarding your DIY skills... however best leave the radiator move to a plumber !!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Malcolm, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the more unusual aspects of this video. Now I must get back to my plumbing!

[@allie-873]

glad to hear that you knee is giving you less trouble, always interesting to see progress at Chadwick no matter what changes they are

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks mate, you’re too kind.

[@ChrisMarshallUS]

Great to see the progress towards the new layout, man that laser cutting machine is very cool, looking forward to seeing the finished helix's installed.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Chris, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it

[@andrewpalm2103]

Thanks for showing some of your work removing the section of your layout. It is quite instructive to see some of the less glamorous tasks being done. I have just finished the primary track laying steps on my small Inglenook Sidings layout (US Midwest circa 1962 version) and am now facing the tedious work of rail and tie painting, then ballasting. No problems, but in retrospect I wish I'd used the "rubber" adhesive you did for gluing down the track, just in case. By the way, the Peco Code 75 track and points I used are quite nice. Cheers from Wisconsin.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Andrew, and I’m so pleased that yours is taking shape too. Regards Charlie

[@AmauryJacquot]

drone footage was great !

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks AJ, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it.

[@barrywest8944]

Wow, another good video, it’s going to be such a transformation, well done.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I'm so pleased that you enjoyed it Barry. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

[@MarkBreugelmans]

Love this channel ... nice to see you play GOD cutting that hillside with a massive saw ... lovely ... but sad to see all that hard labour being distroyed ... but, I presume, it will be perfect in the end for sure. Keep going mate, love this layout ...

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heartwarming comment Mark, regards Charlie.

[@garylewis3815]

Hi Charlie, the helix looks a master piece of model engineering..!!! Can't wait to see how each segment is joined and the risers are constructed..😀

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Gary, and all that should happen next week hopefully. Regards Charlie

[@eddyweller4503]

Interesting video Charlie what a lot of work, but I'm sure it will be well worth it. Watching that chap building the baseboard ready for the helix was amazing, your filming of your journey was good as normal I was intrigued how you got the outside shots of your car enroute. Anyway I jest. This whole build will look great. Well done you love following your progress (oh you've just said with a bit of drone footage thrown in so that answers that.) You and your family stay safe in these changing times see you on the next one Eddy xx

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heart warming comment eddy. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

[@ghl3488]

Great start Charlie, looking forward to the next video! It's good to your passion for the hobby, it comes through in bucketfuls! regards Gareth

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Gareth, I’m so pleased that you enjoy the videos.

[@vincenthuying98]

Cool footage Charlie, your helix must come close to Joey Ricard’s lightest helix of the world. Am very sure the 3 millimeter ply will prove an excellent and sturdy base. Thanks for sharing.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

No Vincent, it’s 12mm ply base.

[@ainsleyperry5192]

Charlie, You can already tell that the Helix will be a thing of beauty. Possibly to nice to hide. The Laser cutter, we're starting to see very small cutter's enter the market. About 12" x 12" to pre-cut model buildings etc. For the home hobbyist. Being used by the Home Doll's House modellers. These cutters are starting to be looked at by railway modellers. Some articles on how to convert designs into a program for the cutter to use are starting to appear in hobby mags and on line. You can cut window frames with sash bars complete. On a brick building you can set the laser just to cut " bricks" on the surface of the thin ply sheet. then the laser comes back at full cutting depth to cut out the individual parts. As well as house's we're starting to see large building's and warehouse's being laser cut. Didn't the old T.V. add say" Oh,the folks come up from Somerset where the Cider apples grow"? Cheers, Chris Perry.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hi Chris, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Those laser cutters are becoming more prevalent, as many cottage industries are appearing on eBay. Regards Charlie

[@paulbryson606]

Watching with excitement charlie as I am about to design and build my own helix for my loft layout can't wait to watch this progress ...great video as always charlie keep them coming learnt so much watching your channel😁👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Paul, that’s a very nice thing to say. Regards Charlie

[@larryduncan6756]

Wow Charlie,,,,,,glad Im not paying for it....the cost alone for the laser work is enough to put me off! Cant wait to see it complete though-good luck!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Larry, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting

[@tonyroe2299]

Great video. I'm looking forward to how this develops. Would be good to have this as a regular feature, maybe more Charlie on the road adventures with your drone.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the drone footage. I thought that it would make a change.

[@onnomulder9775]

I am very curious about the construction of the helix Charlie!! Very nice video specially with the drone. Cheers Onno.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m glad you enjoyed something a little bit different this time mate. Regards Charlie

[@bigfoot4148]

Fascinating video, I was especially interested in the laser cutting part. I'm going to have to tackle a helix for my layout before too long as well and so you can understand why I was extremely interested in watching this particular video. Just a big thank you for taking the time to document these blogs of yours I find them very interesting and helpful. Keep up the good work… Bye for now

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Bigfoot, I’m so pleased that you found it useful. Regards Charlie

[@greatnorthernrailwaytother4711]

Hi Charlie. Another interesting clip. If you want to have go at correcting your 3D diagram. Go to each track junction, right click, and select a Set Height using the top of your incline as zero and then typing in a minus sign and the set height for each point. Probably easier to start by printing off a plan and writing the anticipated height at each junction. You just keep subtracting say 20mm every metre or proportion per length of set track until you get down to -18” (-450mm). It is tedious but does work. Cheers Peter.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Peter, but I’ve cheated by sending it back to its original creator. Regards Charlie

[@greatnorthernrailwaytother4711]

@@ChadwickModelRailway I am looking forward to watching your progress.

[@davidmathie8360]

Great work Charlie .It will look impressive when finished. The storage will give you the option of some really long authentic freight workings .Can't wait to see it in action.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks David, my thoughts too.

[@RailwayDan]

Brilliant work and delivery Charlie. One of the best (if not, THE best) model railway youtubers. I have had a single and double helix for around 10 years on my layout. One of the best space saving designs ever. I tried a traverser once. Never again !!!! Keep up the great work.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s a very encouraging comment PT.

[@RailwayDan]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Only difference i have is, on the double helix, my inner line is hornby/peco/jouef 4th radius, but i used flexi on the outer. That gave my a 5ft (ish) radius just to give even less stress on the trains. I have 4 1/2 revolutions to raise the line 16 inches and I can run a 9 coach train with a Kernow SR 10201 up, and there is so little reduction in speed, you would hardly notice.

[@briansmith9946]

The plan does indeed maximise the storage! I look forward to the next installment ..

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s great to have you onside Brian. Regards Charlie.