Harbour Layout - A New Idea - Part 1

[@ausfoodgarden]

I really do enjoy your small simple and cheap layouts. It's a great reminder to people like me who have this plan of a large complicated and extremely detailed layout that you don't need all that to enjoy model trains. Thanks to you guys I've got a little shunting layout in my office that gets used almost daily while I'm still planning my bigger layout. Keep up the great work 👍

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Thanks, the little layout sounds great. I also have our large loft layout that is on hold so my little layouts perform the same function as yours

[@Clarinetboy82]

I love this layout so far. I can't wait to see how it turns out completed!

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Thanks

[@regurin1]

Saying life and family have caught up with you inspired me even more, I can build a lay-out now and I can fit it in with family / life so no more excuses let's build and enjoy our layouts, thank you

[@BudgetModelRailways]

The best policy is just get started and build something, anything and work from there. I always find time to model or run trains as its hugely theraputic

[@sophiaevans9908]

That Bachmann chassis is a fantastic runner. I managed to get one under an old Hornby Nellie body and it looks really good

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Sounds good

[@adrianandkatrinadove203]

Looks Great...Will pop back on now and then to keep in touch with progress...The non notification issue is really bizarre ! ...

[@christopherbraiden6713]

Looking forward to seeing how it progresses. Thanks for the video!!😎🚃🚃🚂🇬🇧

[@Detsteve]

You have changed the way I think regarding model railways. I am really liking the idea of small short projects. Thanks.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

It works for me, thanks for watching

[@greatnorthernrailwaytother4711]

Thanks for your interesting short videos. I look forward to your weekly updates. Peter (from Australia)

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Thanks, hello to Australia

[@johnslade3104]

Very nice layout as I,be come to expect. Looking forward to the covered station roof/building Thanks

[@thiruraj3866]

It looks great!!! I can't wait to see what it looks like when it's done!!!

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Thanks

[@ianstransporthistorystuff8175]

Nice , and the lima GWR single railcar was a bargin , shows there are still some out there in e bay land :)

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I picked up a nice little Hornby 0-4-0 in Southern colours last week, £9.80 Inc postage, cleaned the wheels gave it an oil and its a lovely little runner. You see them selling for £15-20, so very happy

[@ianstransporthistorystuff8175]

@@BudgetModelRailways that's brilliant , some good stuff out there

[@OlivierGabin]

I was looking for an idea to use a 1210 x 850 mm board, you gave me one with your nice layout here. Thanks !

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Glad we could help, it will need a fiddle yard

[@OlivierGabin]

@@BudgetModelRailways With a simple track for this purpose, like you said, that will be a great little layout. Simplicity is the cornerstone of this one, and it is its best quality.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I'm finding simple works for me on all sorts of levels with model railways

[@MrNoUsername]

That's quite a nice size and a good simple layout for a beginner in my opinion. I have a question though, is the Hornby OO standard points the same radius as the peco OO 2nd radius points? I don't know whether if it's the same radius or a different one because I only have the hornby one at the moment. Can you please check for me?

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I am not sure what radius either is but the standard short points by Hornby and peco are identical

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Ps the peco points are more robust and reliable than the Hornby ones

[@MrNoUsername]

@@BudgetModelRailways I just looked on Hattons' website and peco's website and checked the measurements, they are in fact the same radius, length and the same frog angle

[@BudgetModelRailways]

The Peco points are superior as they have a smaller plastic frog

[@ewanfawkes2708]

happy to see a new layout but very confused on how you plan to operate it with such a short end section (I think you may need to add an extra piece on)

[@BudgetModelRailways]

It Will have a separate fiddle yard as usual on this type of layout

[@zan917]

Inspirational, as always. Thanks for sharing!

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Thanks for watching

[@charlie1872]

Nice little harbour scene and great use of the corrugated cardboard, just acquired some from s recent furniture delivery but not sure yet what to do with it. On another note I have a question regarding the variable speed unit. On one which I have the running loco will run at excessive speed for no apparent reason, even when I turn the speed just about off. This was preceded by some sparking on the track. Have you experienced this or any ideas on a solution? Many thanks

[@BudgetModelRailways]

No sorry not had that. If it does it with every loco then it's the controller. Try a different controller? If it's only one loco then it's the loco. Sparky is usually either dirty track, wheels or pick ups, so maybe try cleaning those?

[@charlie1872]

Budget Model Railways Thanks very much, I will look at all of that. Do you have a video on how you have wired the loft layout eg, bus wire, wiring before and after points? Keep up the great work

[@BudgetModelRailways]

We do have a video. No need for bus wires as its DC with insulating points so really simple. Bottom level is powered by just two wires which supplies all sidings and fiddle yards. Each of the top track has just two wires.

[@charlie1872]

Budget Model Railways Interesting. My layout is approx 10x9 with two main lines with four tracks going through the station and at the other end I have the siding loops. Some of the locos slow down at certain areas so I thought I might need to add additional droppers plus at the points. Thanks.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Depends if you are using insulating points. You could add an additional power feed to be sure, it's simple enough. Slow spots are more likely to be dirty track and or fish plates

[@simontheplantsman]

Love harbours, just returned from Penzance ....

[@flyboy2610]

Another nice layout, Mike! The lack of an operating front coupler on Bachmann's switch engines (as we call them here in the states) isn't just a UK issue. They do the same thing over here! Just by the nature of its work, a switch engine needs an operating coupler on both ends. I don't know why Bachmann can't figure that out...

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Its madness, a coupling costs pence and there even appears to be an area to fit one?!

[@daviemaclean61]

Very nice. I thought you had a nice stone harbour wall until you zoomed in to the corrugated cardboard! ;-)

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Lol, I have a nice one planned

[@petersmith4455]

hi, great layout,the locos are great.ideal for a small goods train, perhaps a tank wagon and brake van.i think i payed around 25 pounds for my caledonian pug, never looked back, great

[@BudgetModelRailways]

The Caledonian pugs are great

[@johnbridges955]

As ever, enjoyed the video. Unlike me, it’s good the way you just get on with it. A lesson to be learnt.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I have no patience and limited attention span, combined with obsessive motivation, if I provaricate too long then I tend to go off on another project

[@nigelcarter9503]

Looks interesting. Would like to see how it works.

[@Maker_of_Things]

Sweet little layout scene! Will you be 'paving' the points too? I need to do that on my layout and wanted to see how others might do it. The methods seem to be 'glossed over' when they appear in the magazines. Cheers.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I am going to give it a go, possibly tonight, I will let you know how I get on, as you say its usually glossed over!

[@Maker_of_Things]

@@BudgetModelRailways That would be great. I know that it is going to be really fiddly to get it looking right and working smoothly, but it would be good to see how someone with modelling experience tackles it.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I more a gifted bodger to be honest!

[@charliemorris2343]

It looks a great little micro layout does the fiddle yard fit on the far right

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Hopefully yes!

[@charliemorris2343]

Great thanks for the reply I think I will take inspiration from this lauout

[@BudgetModelRailways]

That would be great

[@ivovanzon164]

Ideal for running a Breuer, ASF or Kof with a few wagons

[@BudgetModelRailways]

A Kof would be lovely

[@keithpenfold9151]

Again a nice small layout. Can I just ask what controllers you use? As your layout is small, the locos will be running slowly, with Hornby controllers that creates a 'buzzing' sound, so keen to know which controller you use. Keith

[@BudgetModelRailways]

We use our own controller using our 3d printed box and electrical components from China, details on our website and earlier video. Basic Hornby controllers are awful at shunting.

[@keithpenfold9151]

@@BudgetModelRailways Ok cheers

[@patricpeters9716]

That Bachmann 0-6-0 is the same chassis Bachmann USA uses for the Thomas the tank engine model, that might be why there is no front coupling.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Sounds likely

[@deano9687]

Great video as always, I am wondering what you will be using for the harbour walls?

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I have some faller embossed sheets I got second hand a few years back

[@TheJpec361]

Another cracking layout! A gem of a small space harbor scene. Don't know if I missed it but is this OO?

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Thanks, yes OO

[@karlyoung3275]

Is this going to have 2 fiddle yards one either end?

[@BudgetModelRailways]

No just on the right side

[@davidsheriff8989]

Would it not help to extend the track on the right after the station ?

[@BudgetModelRailways]

There is no room

[@davidsheriff8989]

@@BudgetModelRailways Aha, move the entire points part to the left...

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Then the platforms not long enough?

[@PhilPage227]

Very interesting, I like the Metcalfe hard standing, It has given me a good idea for my loco shed.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Glad we could help

[@benforster6254]

Can you give me some tips on how to improve a hornby 0-4-0 please

[@BudgetModelRailways]

We have a couple of videos on this if you look back through our channel. Basically clean the wheels and lubricate

[@benforster6254]

@@BudgetModelRailways thank you so much 😊

[@loganduckthomas1best697]

Whats the brand/ name of the red 0-6-0?

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Its a Bachmann junior loco, sadly no longer available in their range

[@foxhillrailway2252]

awesome ideas sir

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Thanks

[@phillwhitehead2414]

Hi Where can I obtain the files for the coal sacks & oil barrels thank you in advance

[@phillwhitehead2414]

Hi Where can I obtain the files for the coal sacks

[@NicholassTrainChannel]

i reckon this is going to be a good layout for the shed that goes over the station are you going to buy a kit or scratch build or buy a ready made model? i look forward to seeing more from this layout.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I am going to scratch build all the buildings hopefully, thanks for watching

[@skelligringphotographyandw7012]

I think I must have missed the bit where you talk about modelling the harbour. 😮

[@paulbrennan3760]

It’s a shame that harbour layout mk1 didn’t make it to completion. But this looks like it has interesting potential, so looking forward to see the next update.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Thanks

[@richardtarr2745]

I absolutely love harbour layouts - looking forward to see this one progress. Will you be adding a fiddle yard on the right?

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Yes just a simple single track

[@ThatFireEnthusiast]

i like this layout but how will you cover the point?

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I have a cunning plan!

[@ThatFireEnthusiast]

@@BudgetModelRailways hmmm, ill have to wait and see!

[@BudgetModelRailways]

There are lots of projects on this layout. I have an idea but have not tried it before

[@ThatFireEnthusiast]

@@BudgetModelRailways might be an adventure then! you should retry ballasting on this layout (you don't need to) , and use one of those ballast spreaders.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Ballasting points even with a spreader is a nightmare

[@michaeldavies9600]

Blimey another little layout lol :) how is the Kato one coming along? It looks nice though as all your work does.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

On hold at the moment, seeking inspration

[@michaeldavies9600]

@@BudgetModelRailways Yes i know that feeling !

[@lazyrrr2411]

ℹ would postulate a preponderance of people in the hobby whose greatest joy appears to be in *The Building* 📝🔨🔧 after which they become profoundly bored and proceed to produce another layout OR greatly Re-Build the Master Layout

[@BudgetModelRailways]

I have been guilty of that which is why I have enjoyed a couple of weeks of spare time just running trains on my layout for a change

[@pauljohnson8341]

Like it👍

[@thiruraj3866]

Wait that's a Bachmann Thomas repainted isn't it. I think they made those to get more money but if it works fin it's good

[@BudgetModelRailways]

It probably is, although it's a factory repaint, I think Hornby did the same with theirs

[@davidartist2750]

Is 2005 another new one..........?😇

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Ive had it a while now

[@pacificcy3182]

I was *about* to ask about adding a Clyde Puffer, but then I just realized that there is no way that a Puffer will physically fit there. I'm gonna stop myself right there. I wonder what the end result will look like.

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Lovely idea though! I would have liked a flying boat service but sadly no room again

[@pacificcy3182]

Oof

[@johanbjorkman1914]

First

[@phillwhitehead2414]

Hi Where can I get the files for coal sacks & oil barrels. Thanks in advance

[@BudgetModelRailways]

Try the Any Scale Models website for them, they are not available as files for 3d printers