FREIGHT YARD COMPLETE at Chadwick Model Railway | 222.

Ahead of time, the Freight Yard track is complete. Furthermore, surprisingly it works, check it out at Chadwick Model Railway 222.
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Be reminded that slow speed point motors rely on a constant current feed to hold the blades in position once the spring are removed from the points. At its simplest, each motor (motor 1 on the outer switch blades and motor 2 on the inner switch blades as per the diagram) could be controlled by separate polarity change-over switches if the operator is prepared to tolerate that the outer blades may trap the inner blades until the operator controls motor 1 to release the trap.
An improvement is to inhibit the feed to motor 2 when the blades are trapped by using a change-over-switch built into motor 1. However, this does not solve the case when setting route 3 where both blades simultaneously need to be set to the left as simultaneous operation can never be achieved elegantly with two separate switches.
Hence in diagram the independent switches are replaced by a 4 pole, 3 way rotary switch wired so that position 1 selects route 1, position 2 selects route 2, and position 3 selects route 3. If (say) motor 2 is physically reversed to better fit under the baseboard, remember feeds M1 and M2 need to be reversed.
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[@rtalbot87]

Hello Charlie. That is something else. "Wallpapering your hall way through your letter box" ! I can't stop laughing either. What an expression. I will quit the video now, and come back when I can breathe properly again.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that it put a smile on your face, RT. Regards, Charlie.

[@smithge4uk]

I also burst out laughing. Good thing didn't have a mouthful of tea

[@chrisburton9645]

That would make an entertaining vid, though wouldn't it?

[@rtalbot87]

I have made an appointment with Charlie, at the Davis Hall, for his upcoming seminar on "How to wallpaper a hallway through the letter box". I had invited Charlie, on an all expenses paid visit to my home, to demonstrate the technique. Unfortunately for me, and fortunate for Charlie, he declined my generous offer due to prior commitments; not least of which was his ongoing task of producing more eminent and informative videos for us all to learn from.

[@gerritsen998]

I can’t stop laughing at “it’s like wallpapering your hallway through the letterbox” 🤣 made my day.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that it made you smile. Stay safe, regards, Charlie.

[@chrishopper340]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Its a medical joke - I won't go into details.... ;)

[@WhatAboutTheBee]

You just need arms like an orangutan

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

@@chrishopper340 rest assured, you don’t need to!

[@stephenrandall3551]

We had a chap move into his new house just up the road. My wife said he was a gynaecologist. How do you know that I asked her, and she said “ I saw him papering the hallway through the letterbox”.

[@RabidWombatz]

Lol!@ “two out of two; this’ll never last!” Is exactly what I was thinking!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Clearly, we were both surprised, RW. Regards, Charlie.

[@angelarichards3588]

Subscription checked. I'm still here ❤❤

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s great news, buddy. Regards, Charlie.

[@TheSonofruss]

Nothing like having everything work while the cameras are on great video again.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s rare, but it does happen! Regards Charlie

[@wamgoc]

Love the idea of automation uncoupling! Thanks for walking us through it!!!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@acpw20online5]

Have so much joy watching these videos Charlie. Thanks so much for another inspiring video.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks acpw, that’s most kind. Regards Charlie

[@user-fn1bh3qr6m]

A bit of everything in this one. Education and entertainment with added one liners, brilliant Charlie.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you found it entertaining. Regards, Charlie.

[@smallrails6831]

Still here in NZ lol. Great videos Charlie. Regards Bernie

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@tompetty1880]

Charlie, your wiring is a credit to you.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Tom, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@barrywest8944]

Hi Charlie, brilliant video as usual including the letter box quote lol 😂

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Barry, I’m so pleased that you found the video entertaining. Regards, Charlie.

[@robaust3049]

I admire the workmanship and attention to detail.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@paulsharman]

Super job Charley, the standard of your wiring really is top draw.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Paul, that’s most kind. Regards Charlie.

[@mels1811]

Brilliant video Charlie

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@davidcurrie8429]

Hi Charlie, Another thoroughly enjoyable video, good to see the freight yard taking shape. It was a pleasure to meet you on Sunday at Model World Live, it was a great show which showcased different types of modelling, Regards, David.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks David, it’s always a pleasure to meet like-minded people. Good luck with your project, regards Charlie.

[@bencharlton5131]

Just wanted to say thanks for all the hard work and effort on these videos Charlie. I was at MWL myself but didn't see you to say so in person but your work is an amazing resource for someone getting back into modelling like myself. 👌👏

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Ben, perhaps we can meet up at the next one. Regards, Charlie.

[@alancope9962]

Hi Charlie, really enjoyable video

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Alan, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@bencharlton5131]

Thanks

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hi Ben, That's most generous and greatly appreciated. Regards Charlie

[@stephenrushmer833]

Thanks for another great video, I love seeing the progress you’re making. Hope you have a great time at the NEC

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Stephen, and the show at the NEC was a great success. Regards, Charlie.

[@timsully8958]

What I liked most was your surprise that everything went so well 🤣😂Then of course you set things straight by parking the Hymek on the blades stopping the points switching and the universe was back in balance! 😉 I see what you mean about the wallpapering through a letter box analogy, but at least you can access that circuit board easily and the slide in fastener is a great solution 👍 The facia boards will top the job off nicely and I like the simplicity of the design, and I hope you saw the irony in that the design you had does actually resemble a letterbox! 🤓 Didn’t see you at Brum sadly but hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. It was a long day out from East Essex but well worth it all the same. Cheers Charlie 👍🍻🍀

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Tim, and I’m so sorry that our paths never crossed. Perhaps next time. 🤞

[@lesliegprice6652]

Congratulations it's a real milestone you've reached almost all your track works are complete, you must feel chuffed, it's been an amazing journey to share with you over the last few years, thank you, now onto ballasting and scenics 🌈

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes, Leslie, it’s mos satisfying to complete the track work. Regards, Charlie.

[@johnodonoghue7381]

Great fact filled issue this one Charlie thank you

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@greghale9972]

Charlie, In a word FANTASTIC.....Cheers Greg

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Greg, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

[@leewall8230]

Great progress Charlie ! 👏

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@TheGazzz99]

Well done Charlie in getting those uncouplers to work - love seeing the trains run!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks G 99, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

[@LyntreeTown20132]

Great Video Charlie lots of good progress on the freight yard

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@graemekneller9123]

Gday charlie , video 198 helped me with the lighting on the refueling shed i purchased from an english hobby shop which when comparing the english pound to our australian dollar can be quite expensive but a lot of british infrastructure can translate to our railway hobby. I also bought the lights from west hill wagon works and they are a great product but my ham fisted approach in handling these resulted in a few broken attempts but as you say we live and learn. I just want to say thanks for the very informative videos you put out charlie i look forward to every one of them and they are a source of inspiration. Cheers from Graeme

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Graeme, that’s very kind of you to say so. Stay safe mate, regards Charlie

[@stephendavies6949]

"Wallpapering your hallway through your letterbox": Pure Chadwick Gold! I know you were not keen on the 3-way points, but they do look great from above.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

But only time will tell on their reliability. Regards, Charlie.

[@gazclass58]

Awesome job, Charlie. It's all looking good 👍 great work.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Gaz, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

[@onnomulder9775]

Amazing update Charlie!!! Many thanks for sharing! Cheers Onno.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@lindsaybancroft4629]

Amazing stuff Charlie. 👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Lindsay, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@jeffjones6107]

That wiring is amazing on that part of the layout. Yet again, a fascinating video, Charlie👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks JJ, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

[@HartfordWhaler]

Great railroad Charlie!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, HW, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@user-nx3uc6rh2r]

Hi Charlie, Thanks for doing that.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re very welcome. Regards Charlie.

[@ngaugefouroaksstreetstatio6932]

Excellent Charlie it's all coming together, huge amount of wiring but it's done. all the best.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes, four Oaks, this one has been a struggle. Regards, Charlie.

[@howardavins1107]

Hi again Charlie Love it. Never thought shunting could be that much fun. Your wiring and soldering are magic. Can't imagine you losing your mojo.! Do you occasionally go out the backyard and Just go "Aaaaaahhhhh" and Then restart? I do. Thanks again. Best value Nine dollars ever.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Howard, that’s very kind of you to say so, and your support is very much appreciated. Regards, Charlie.

[@kevinheard8364]

Everybody is correct .... "the humorous 'line of the week'"..... a very personal thank you for the good-natured humor .... something (the light moments) dreadfully needed these days. You're a 'Class Act' and a fine person.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Kevin, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards, Charlie.

[@mikeryan959]

Thanks Charlie. I, too, have been thinking about tidying up the front of the layout with some kind of facia. I was thinking of screwing it on but that idea of hinges and magnetic catches looks spot-on.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Mike, I’m pleased that you liked my option. Regards Charlie

[@DevonGeorge85]

I've got to find ways to use that phrase "like wallpapering through a letter box" fantastic! 😂

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re right,Giggy, it’s an epic.

[@rayopeongo]

16:45 - As my old accounting teacher used to say many, many years ago “Boys, boys, don’t be so surprised! It’s a balance sheet, it’s SUPPOSED to balance!” Well done!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Ray, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@MrAtheHun]

Thanks!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Mr. AH, that’s extremely generous of you. Very much appreciated, stay safe, regards Charlie.

[@thelibrarian46]

Thank you for this Charlie. It is fascinating to think about the logistics of a freight depot. You are obviously planning this very carefully.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks librarian, yes it does take a little thought. Regards, Charlie.

[@roystudds1944]

Another great video Charlie. The freight yard is coming along really nicely. Thanks for sharing. Roy.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Roy, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

[@davidmathie9512]

Great video .Your knowledge of electronics is amazing .Way beyond my skill set. looking forward to seeing progress on the branch line .

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks David, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

[@alexmorgan2296]

Modelling at an entirely different level, but enjoyable to watch and the progress is amazing.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Alex, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@jasonlee3247]

Didn’t see you today Charlie at the NEC, although did see Donegal Dad, Jen, Rob from Little Wicket, Richard from Accurascale and of course Pete Waterman,

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Sorry, I did not cross Jason, I also didn’t see Rob. Regards, Charlie.

[@John_N_Quay_Harbour]

Thanks for the reminder about triplets. Really clear explanations as you go. Brilliant! James at DCC Train Automation will be delighted that you have managed to perfect automatic uncoupling.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Many thanks, John. You’re too kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@quarrycentral3038]

Fantasic update Charlie, love the details you disclose. There are many out of this world layouts on KZbin but admire the details you share both good and bad. So may dont do this and some people maybe put off the hobby as their efforts dont come out first time thinking that others do. Love the journey your taking us on. Look forward to the next trip to theatre takes place. Well done. 😁

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks QC, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

[@afm1948]

Well done on completion of the yard trackwork mate. Arthur

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Arthur, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@peterfinch5077]

Top video again Charlie. Well explained and engaging. Thanks for being able to say hello on Sunday at the NEC i hope you manage to get your locomotive sorted

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Peter, it’s great to meet up with like-minded people. I’m sure the loco will come good. Regards, Charlie.

[@davidstokes8441]

Sounds like the work schedule is mounting up. Well done Charlie

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks David, I’ll try and keep on top of it! Regards Charlie

[@andrewh6034]

Nice work. Looking forward to what scenery 🌲🌳🛣is in store.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@markfleming1605]

Another fantastic video update on your layout. I look forward to your next video. Enjoy your weekend ahead

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@Robls501510]

Another interesting and entertaining video, Charlie. Thanks. Looking forward to see some train testing.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Rob, so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards, Charlie.

[@KevTheBusDriver]

a number of those books under your goods yard are sitting on my bookshelf just to my right... good video Charlie!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s reassuring, Kev, perhaps we are kids are the same decade. Regards, Charlie.

[@philipdorey4651]

Hi Charlie. Absolutely fascinating and instructional. Just going to go back to my push along wooden train set! Wouldn’t miss your channel for the world.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you to say so Philip. Stay safe, regards Charlie.

[@johnwalker9750]

When I see all that wiring and control systems, I'm very glad I just wanted to model a simple Highland Station with a passing loop and a few sidings. If I tried something as complex as your freight yard, I would probably end up blowing not only the fuses in the house, but in the street as well.😫

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks John, but I do appreciate that sometimes simply layouts can be more interesting. Regards, Charlie.

[@paulsharman]

Whoops, serves me right for posting a comment before watching the complete video. You are right about the high-end decoders, I put an ESU Locosound into my Class 08 (Farish) shunter and the shunt function alone for me justified the cost.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I couldn’t agree more Paul. However, understandably some folks just cannot justify the extra outlay. Regards Charlie

[@adrianing4006]

morning Charlie , another unbelievable video shipmate . Loved the dark humour regarding letter boxes . Amazing freight yard , knowledge bomb !!!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Adrian, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@michaelimpey1407]

Charlie, great progress on the freight yard. I really like the idea of the hinged facia board, it makes access so much easier, but I feel for you with the limited space under the track, that is tight. The next series on the Brach station, and surrounds should be very interesting, and I am looking forward to watching progress, and what new tricks and tips you will share. I am not sure what it is about getting older, but Supper, or dinner, just after 5pm appears to be a thing, I get really cranky if dinner is late, when I was younger, any time was fine. Thank you for sharing, I really appreciate the videos, cheers, and stay safe, Michael

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Michael, so pleased that you found interesting. Dinner has become supper as time has gone by! Regards Charlie.

[@mmsmits2868]

Wonderful progress. Wiring can be tedious (and difficult) and I appreciate you not showing us most of it, but it's definitely acknowledged. It's like wiring a house. It's expensive, difficult and takes forever, and when done properly, you'll never have to mess with it again. Great video - thanks!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, MMS, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@christopher-2000]

Awesome video Charlie

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Christopher, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@christopher-2000]

@@ChadwickModelRailway I Just Finished My New Train Yard In My Layout yesterday

[@extra-dry]

Another fantastic video. You've must have been a teacher in a previous life😊

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

No sorry, but a little bit of instructing in the Navy. Regards, Charlie.

[@DarrenMills-cg4cn]

I have to say Charlie a massive thank you for all you videos... I've been watching you for a few months and I'm now building a heated room in my workshop for a layout... 3m x 4.5m ... once its finished I'll start designing my layout based on all your videos.... wish me luck.... Darren

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Darren, that’s very kind of you to say so. Good luck with your project, regards Charlie.

[@anthonystevens8683]

Another top educational and informative video Charlie. I completely understand the wiring spaghetti as things grow from a previous life a decade or so ago as a hi-fi and AV buff where things got added and taken away, ultimately a rewire of the whole caboodle needs doing but I've still yet to work on a modular concept so all this helps. Anyway that's off topic. Many thanks for sharing another great video.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Anthony, we both share the same historical stress injury! Regards Charlie

[@peterharris1657]

Well said sir

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Peter, that’s most kind. Regards, Charlie.

[@johnmassey7687]

As a retired aerospace engineer I would love to see a schematic of the wiring you have installed over the length of these videos . once a gain a class lesson on how to do stuff ,hope you enjoy the show

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks John, as you know the wiring has been a labour of love! The show was brilliant. Regards, Charlie.

[@eddyweller4503]

Great Charlie, i do smile when you have various degrees of success like the uncoupling you sound surprised that its working. Your marvellous Charlie if i had a hat I'd take it off to you. Take care my friend, Eddy xx

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Eddy, sometimes I even surprise myself! Regards Charlie

[@mikeking2539]

As always a great video, very informative even though I don't have anything like as complexed as your wonderful layout. Two loops of track 2nd and 3rd radius, and a couple of sidings.... DC/DCC.... DC for test/running in of new locos, and for older locos that don't have a DCC socket.... ... but it keeps me happy!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

The fact that it brings you joy Mike, is all that really matters. Regards, Charlie

[@keithshayle7027]

I doubt BR/Network Rail do such a professional job as you! Great video...

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you to say so Kieth. Regards, Charlie.

[@ianstransporthistorystuff8175]

Brilliant video, and a thing with coupling up to a train , I was taught with the class 10 shunter I used to get to drive was I would get to about 6 foot from the train then stop the loco then move very slowly to ' buffer up ' and with a passenger train very important as you don't want to make the punters in the buffet coach spill their beer or teas ! 😂

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes, Ian, that’s exactly right. Regards, Charlie.

[@kymwelsby8761]

Nice job Charlie. You might not think so but your writing skills excellent, all well thought out and executed. Could you rewire my brain when you get some spare time!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Kym, I think it’s the technical challenge that keeps my mind ticking over. Regards, Charlie.

[@adamturner5188]

Good progress on the Layout, my son and I are keenly following the build. We were at the NEC on Sunday, but sadly didn't spot you, but my son Daniel (4), spotted the helix demostration, and said "That's like Charlie's One", I was taken a back at first and wasn't sure what he meant, then I realised he was referring to yours. We had a lovely day at the NEC, Daniel particularly enjoyed the RC Lorries. Keep up the good work.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so sorry that I missed you and Daniel. I do hope that you both enjoyed the show, perhaps we’ll meet up next time. Regards Charlie.

[@hikinguphigh]

Looking forward to seeing it ballasted and some scenics done

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

No pressure then! Regards, Charlie

[@EsotericArctos]

The safety aspects are really important when dealing with materials used in modeling. I am currently undergoing treatment for cancer, not related to any materials or the like, but I will say use a mask when you do any cutting and the like. You don't want to take the risk. Cancer treatment is not a pleasant thing to go through. On a more positive note, it's lovely to see how this section has come along and to see it all up and running. The whole layout is really coming together well

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks EA, for some sound advice. Regards, Charlie.

[@davemason2667]

Hi Charlie, another great video to go with my bacon butty 😀

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’ll get indigestion, Dave! Regards, Charlie

[@davidluck4608]

My oldest Brother who has lived in the USA since 1968 sent me over a lot of model railway items including a “KADEE” uncoupler. Not sure if all of the parts are there but will experiment with this as I can see from your experience they have great potential 😇

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Give it a go David, you have nothing to lose. Regards Charlie

[@wilton34041]

Another great video Charlie. It's been interesting and very helpful over the last few weeks with laying those slips and three ways. Track laying over the board joins seems novel to me as all the layouts I've come across have the rails cut with the board join. So you've got me thinking as the layout I'm starting will be as permanent as yours, so maybe I won't complicate it with track cut at baseboard joints. Cheers, Phil B

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you found it interesting, Phil. If I have ever had to move house, I would simply cut the tracks across the board joints. Regards, Charlie.

[@andrewlaverghetta715]

Great Charlie! It's so much fun to see this come to life. I'm not a huge fan of the magnets, or at least I haven't been, but it's really great to see them do their thing. I'm probably too stuck on the old skewer sticks that I see people use in other videos. Maybe more of an American thing? I wonder if it would make N scale switching less fiddly, but then I'd need to make sure all the couplers work that way.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Andrew, they can be a little challenging at times. Regards, Charlie.

[@michaelperry7528]

Good morning I got a fleeting glimpse of you at the Birmingham show on Saturday I think you were rushing off to the Hornby stand.I enjoyed the show a lot to see, friendly people ready to explain their product One or two faces from KZbin all in all a good day out.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Michael, sorry we didn’t have a chance to chat. Regards, Charlie.

[@ianbusby2845]

Great progress Charlie 👍. (Since buying a multitool I find I hardly use my jigsaw & saves drilling a hole to start)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s something I shall have to look into Ian. Regards, Charlie.

[@gerrybyrne1729]

Brilliant

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Gerry, that’s most kind.

[@tonyslight826]

Hi Charlie wow all coming along nicely, i have changed all my rolling sock except carriages to magnetic ones another brand not hunt coupling. so it will have to be the hand of god { i should say hand of Tone } uncoupling my wagons.though must say Charlie your uncoupling method is brilliant at really adds to the realism well done. I enjoyed the video very much thank you.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Tony. That’s most kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

[@davidgreenwood5160]

Great work Charlie. I will be using the ‘triplets’ concept on my layout but as it’s a smaller facility I may go with ‘twins’. I am also going to try and emulate your neat wiring but probably won’t be quite as tidy 🙄

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Now that’s what I call sensible planning David. Good luck with your project, regards Charlie.

[@eastmidlandparkway6267]

Afternoon Charlie hope you are well another great video on your freight yard and the uncoupling of locos from wagons and wallpapering the hall through the letter ✉️ box just love your humour l have also been watching your video about your incline track using woodland scenic track elevation and it’s inspired me to extend my excisting branch line up a 3% incline to my thatcham station anyway thanks again for your brilliant videos that give us ideas to improve our layouts Best Wishes Kev Beighton Parkway Sheffield

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Kev, I’m so pleased that you find my videos useful. Regards, Charlie.

[@user-bk6qo5mu2o]

so funny like the other comments the wallpapering comment made me laugh out loud the railway is coming along nicely .thank you for the good-natured humour

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you find the channel entertaining. Regards, Charlie

[@philthrower8264]

Thanks for another great video. I too have a helix and an Accurascale class 37 and a derailment issue. To solve that (as often works - by walking away and thinking about it as I am sure you do too) what I did was to put 1mm of cant across the width of the helix. What I did was to monitor the 37 as it climbed and then found the offending area. The design of my helix is slightly different to your's as the distance between each level is maintained by a fixed length spacer. I therefore just put a 1mm packer beneath each outer leg and voila - problem solved. I guess you could just undo the location nuts and raise the top and bottom nut by 1mm and retighten in the offending area (you might then have to do that round the outside of all the levels and I appreciatedthat might by a pain with threaded bar. Anyway, just sharing a thought in case it helps.

[@bimb0cat]

I like the higher camera angle. You can see more of the layout that way.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks for the advice, I’ll certainly keep that in mind. Regards, Charlie.

[@delphjunction1168]

Hi Charlie Be careful buddy that wallpaper paste did narff make a mess when I wallpapered through my letter. box. Brilliant bit of planning Charlie. Lot of electrical things to sort out, once that's done best part starts with the scenics. Thanks Charlie, great vlog as usual. ....Pete....

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@carltontweedle5724]

Charlie I paint my walls wife likes paper said you paper I paint. All the walls are paint. But great shunting more please, when you get mates round please make shore they will let you film. Watching trains run is great but shunting is true play.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Carlton, that’s really kind of you to say so. Regards, Charlie.

[@paulmcmaster7030]

As usual first class video. When tracklaying try using thin double sided tape instead of those pesky screws . Easily lifted if you need to before gluing down, and so much quicker

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Paul, but as my track laying comes to an end, it’s all rather late! Regards Charlie

[@peterpocock9062]

Another fine missive Charlie, thankyou. I find Velcro very good for facial panels and various board attachments. Some might find the idea useful! Although, there are some instances ( your panel for example) where hinges are a more robust method.😊

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Peter, that’s an idea that I hadn’t thought of. Regards, Charlie.

[@farmerdave7965]

I do not envy you doing wiring in that very confined space. The painted rails look very nice. Call me anything you want but don't call me late for dinner !

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Dave, a man and his supper should not be separated. Regards, Charlie.

[@user-mv6ve8pm7k]

Well flipping heck! I’ve been in Canada 5 years and started building my layout a year ago. No wonder I can’t find MDF! I had no idea that it was banned. I’ve been stuck with hardboard of various shades. You learn something g new every day! Cheers Charlie.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes, I was rather shocked to learn that as well. Regards, Charlie

[@tulyar1043]

Why has MDF been banned??

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

@@tulyar1043 Toxic glue in the dust when being cut/sanded

[@edmoxon5756]

Following your Accurascale Class 37 video, after I finished putting together my DCC Train Automation helix, I carefully ran the 37 up and down to see if it derailed. It looks like I may have avoided your issue, as it doesn't derail - but thanks to you, I was forewarned, so many thanks! I was intending to use flex track, but again following your advice, I gritted the teeth and ponied up for a full set of settrack. So glad I did - made life much easier. I'd like to say I managed a perfect job but it wasn't; I can't drill a straight hole to save my life and I found that the holes for the metal rods where a little off. Assuming that the laser cut curves are good (they are), I had to cut back the wooden plates that go over the rods and cover the ends of the section pieces to allow the curves/track to follow good circles despite the rods not being in exactly the right place. Not pretty but I may have got away with it. Also used your super handy excel helix spreadsheet. You're a star! I'm visiting the NEC show on Sunday. Might see you around. All the best, Ed

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s great news Ed, I’ll look forward to shaking your hand. Regards Charlie

[@edmoxon5756]

@@ChadwickModelRailwayI’ve just remembered one thing about my helix which you might find useful. I had one joint between pieces of track, at a baseplate, where there appeared to be a slight vertical kink. I used a couple of bits of a super elevation kit from Westhill Wagon Works to smooth it out.

[@mckerrowsiding]

Your right about MDF in Canada. Since January 7, 2023, CANFER prohibits anyone from importing, selling, or offering for sale a composite wood product containing formaldehyde unless they comply with its requirements. Composite wood products that exceed emission limits cannot be sold or imported. I did not know this until yoy mentioned it i your video. Thanks Charlie

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Many thanks for the clarification MS, much appreciated. Regards, Charlie.

[@jamesstuartjones2652]

Hi Charlie your layout wiring is amazing again good video l have done a lot of wallpapering through a letterbox on my layout over the years because of no forward I should have found you channel before l started my layout. Small point when you/we turn on our controllers you/we become the signalman therefore we regulate the layout not play trains 😊👨‍✈️cheers Stu

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks James, I’m so pleased that you find the videos useful. Regards, Charlie.

[@SuperRobertwillis]

Most enjoyable Charlie and who's Linda 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂❤

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Well spotted, it’s some lights packaged up for my sister!

[@dereknorth8192]

hi charlie i think you have done a grand job well done derek ok

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Derek, that’s very kind of you to say so.

[@Kevin-mm5ix4dc7y]

Thanks Charlie, another excellent video. The only thing missing was “what could possibly go wrong” and then nothing did! What is the world coming to? Enjoy, the show at the NEC, new shows should be encouraged but unfortunately I’m on holiday in Norfolk so off to support the North Norfolk heritage line instead and of course the local model shop Smiths.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, Kevin, we all like a good model railway show. Regards, Charlie.