How to Raise Steam in a Locomotive at Peter's Railway

Christopher Vine’s series of 20 books tell the story of Peter and Grandpa building and operating a railway across their farm.
The Peter's Railway bookshop is here: petersrailway.com/shop/ “Combining real engineering with adventures and true stories, these books feed inquisitive young minds!”
In this video Chris Vine lights the fire and explains the process of preparing a steam locomotive for running.
Bongo (or Fiery Fox in the books) is the miniature steam locomotive, made by Chris Vine, Author of the Peter's Railway series of books.

[@antiussentiment]

On a scale of disconnected boredom to joyful interest, this video was an 11.

[@PetersRailway]

That is the best comment so far!!!! Thank you, Chris. If you would like to know more about the books I write please see www.petersrailway.com

[@Starlord_cheeeezeeee]

The on the scale of disconnected got me😂

[@hansmatthia32]

It’s 3.46 am and I’m still up

[@kentrobison588]

HI from AUSTRALIA How is Alf Garnet?. SEND an A4 to Oz and try some real hills

[@user-xd1gt9if2v]

Disconnected boredom...jesus are you in prison....

[@cyrusaverell3494]

I have no idea why youtube recommended this, but the video was fantastically interesting

[@PetersRailway]

I also have no idea why the youtube algorithm has picked up my videos and shown them to so many people. But I am so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@patrickwilliams2530]

The finish on this live steam locomotive is amazing. The build looks perfect : that's a very beautifull loco. Well done. I can't even imagine the tools needed and the hours spent on this little machine.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comment. Yes, it took some eight years to build using traditional engineering tools and machines. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Thomasbellard]

😊

[@Trainrhys]

@@PetersRailwayjust the amount of detail impresses me with all the fine pipe carefully ending in the same spot even when it might be easier to just have them end

[@Gurnhillsgarage]

Bongo sure is a beautiful engine.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comment and thanks for watching, Chris

[@MancAlB]

I cannot believe I just watched this full video, what a brilliant little machine that is - and a super explanation!

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you liked it and thanks for the lovely comment! Now I will have to make some more videos out on the little railway - the next one will be about how to drive it. There are quite a few controls... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@TheBaldr]

A few years ago, I watched someone prep a full size steam locomotive for service and didn't really understand what he was doing. This was very informative and easy to follow.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your comment and for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@xaqxiq9281]

That engine is just breathtaking, absolutely brilliant.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comment! I am going to make a video about driving it, and all the controls. However, I will wait until the weather is a bit warmer!... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@dcolb121]

What a satisfying, wholesome and fun hobby.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comment. It is true that if everyone had such a good hobby, there would be a lot less trouble in the world!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@kaibroeking9968]

What a neat model! The motions look superb, and even the details simply could not be any better. I half expected you to top up that enamel tea pot as well!

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for watching. Yes, I will have to try a mini cup of tea on a future video!!!…. Chris Ps, if you would like to know more about the books I write, there’s lots of info at petersrailway.com

[@charleskendall5972]

i love the little drivers seat!!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you, it took quite a while to make it. Thanks for watching, Chris. @@charleskendall5972

[@KYZ__1]

This video is really informative - I've enjoyed seeing the 'behind the scenes' at your garden railway, with a very clear explanation of how everything works! I am looking forward to seeing more similar videos soon! - Ziyad

[@PetersRailway]

Dear Ziyad, Thanks so much for your lovely comments, I am glad you liked the video. More to follow!!... All best wishes Chris.

[@AndreiTupolev]

I love the attention to detail with the tea can and mugs on the shelf above the firebox door ☺

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you, I am glad you noticed them. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@wad3lma]

These videos bring me so much joy and happiness.

[@PetersRailway]

That is so lovely to know. I hope that you also have an absorbing hobby which brings calm, joy and happiness. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@jfrancis98]

Absolutely beautiful boiler, gauges, piping etc. Amazing.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comments! Thanks for watching, Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Etienne_H]

After all these years it's nice to see that Henry is still a happy steam engine 😁

[@PetersRailway]

So is his driver! Thanks for watching, Chris.

[@memes-sp9zc]

I got all of your books + you signed them all (you inspired me to go into engineering).

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your great comment. I enjoy writing the books, but to hear they have inspired to you pursue engineering as a career is a fantastic reward for me. All best wishes, Chris.

[@clxudzYT]

All I see is a human being enjoying an amazing hobby - no hate, no negativity, just enjoying life - lovely to watch!:)

[@PetersRailway]

Yes, if everyone in the world had a good hobby, there would be so much less trouble and strife!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@cmoore421]

Now that’s a cold start. You’re totally living my dads dream.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the great comment. Maybe my books and videos will give you and your Dad the impetus to have a go at building a railway of your own. It doesn't need to be as big as 7.25" gauge though. Gauge 1 is wonderful too... Chris.

[@newq]

I'm so glad the KZbin suggestion algorithm decided I was the type of person who'd like steam locomotives. It keeps giving me things like this and I've learned so much.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your lovely comment. I, too, have no idea how the algorithm works - it moves in mysterious ways!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@timgage8972]

Thanks Chris, nicely done video. Looking forward to future ones too. I'm off with the family tomorrow to run our 7 1/4 loco on my friends new track. It's reminded me I need to go charge the battery for the blower!

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Tim, Thanks for watching and the comments! Yes, the battery going slowly flat while the fire is quietly going out is one of life's great frustrations!! All best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@rollsroycemerlin4321]

I've just stumbled on this, what a thoroughly informative, interesting and well explained video. And the loco.....accurate (with adjustments for size) down to the tea mugs and billy can! Love it.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your great comments, much appreciated. Now I will have to make the next video about driving the locomotive. Maybe make a cup of miniature tea.... Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@gloomyvale3671]

Fascinating video, great craftsmanship in making such a beautiful engine. Imagine working on a steam engine for your full time job and then when your holiday comes up you work on your miniature engine, like a busman’s holiday.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your lovely comment and for watching! Yes, it is a grand plan to have your interest and work aligned!! PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Somerset-Trains]

I remember seeing your railway in channel 5s Flying Scotsman documentary, it really fascinated me and what a lovely locomotive you have !

[@PetersRailway]

Yes, that was a fun thing to join in with. The original suggestion was for me to explain how engines work in front of FS. However that would have been with a dead engine, so I suggested using the smaller engine here which we could demonstrate much better. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Ralphs-House]

Wonderful Peter! Thoroughly enjoyable 20 minutes showing all the stuff I wondered about. Thank you so much.

[@PetersRailway]

I am glad you enjoyed it. Now I will have to make some more videos! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@TheDisabledGamersChannel]

What really really impresses me is the engineering and build of this amazing Steam Locomotive, it can't be easy to make such a fine model at this scale, what an absolute beauty !

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you very much. Yes, it is something of a challenge and balancing act to get a machine which is scale model and at the same time works well. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@malternative578]

This is really cool and I'll definitely be looking forward to your next videos about this little engine. How a steam loco actually works is something that has always interested me, but there's just not a lot of content about that on KZbin.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your good comment! There is a lot of content, but less about the how and why. Now I must make the next instalment… Chris If you would like to know more about the books I write please see www.petersrailway.com

[@charseraph9175]

I absolutely adore miniature locomotives, this made me so happy to watch. Thank you for making this well paced video full of concise and earnest commentary and lots of angles.

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, getting the pace/story right in these films is very tricky so I am glad we got it right for you. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@charseraph9175]

@@PetersRailway Thank you! I love faithful locomotive illustrations as well.

[@PetersRailway]

Perfect, Now I will have to make some more films....@@charseraph9175

[@zazanate1910]

Hey Peter it’s me Zane the guy you taught about trains and let me ride one of your trains at your park I hope you remember me from last year. It’s nice seeing you on KZbin 😊 I moved from reading to Gosport tho😢

[@zazanate1910]

I still have that one piece of charcoal you gave to me

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching the latest video and I am glad you enjoyed your day out!! All best, Chris.

[@davidcooper640]

Brilliant video, so informative. Thank you so much.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the great comment, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@bahoonies]

Speaking as a 71 year old man, I think the name Bongo does not do such a beautiful locomotive justice. But the little boy I once was would have thought it just perfect. I adored steam locomotives when I was a boy and I have never stopped loving them. I very much enjoyed this wonderful and absolutely fascinating video. I have subscribed and I really must investigate your books. I love the cover artwork. Best wishes from Ireland.

[@PetersRailway]

A good observation! My original plan was to make the nameplates by cutting out the letters with a tiny piercing saw and soldering them onto the plate. In the end they were photo-etched. But while thinking of cutting them out, I wanted to use a short name!! Gnu was the shortest, but I thought Bongo was more fun. After all, you mustn't take a hobby too seriously!! Please do investigate the books - We claim the age range is from 3 to 90! there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ Thanks for watching, Chris.

[@Luiblonc]

That seems so much fun! I recently retired and can see myself enjoying this wonderful world of scaled trains.

[@PetersRailway]

Hi, yes it is a lot of fun if you like mechanical machines. If you are retiring it is the perfect hobby as it keeps brain and body active. Also, it can absorb a limitless number of hours!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@remusveritas739]

This is the perfect hobby, it keeps the knowledge alive even if the actual machines disappear more and more.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the lovely comment. Yes, it is a way of keeping the knowledge and history alive. I like to think that if you see Bongo in a realistic environment that it might fool you for a moment. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@remusveritas739]

@@PetersRailway thank you, its all good though. I have no specific interest in railways, i am more interested in balling content and this is balling for sure, how you filled those 800 little holes with a small oil can, and fired a miniature stove with miniature coal, this is top notch. You just see even without knowing: oh yeah, this thing works exactly like the big one.

[@PetersRailway]

That is exactly right. The engine is really just like the full size in details and behaviour. About the only thing which isn't to scale is the diameter of the internal fire tubes in the boiler. They are around 1/2 inch diameter but would be more like 1/4 inch if scaled. The trouble is that they would block up with soot in a few minutes!! All best wishes, Chris.

[@Sunburn2007]

Exceptionally functional and detailed locomotive. Everything works. Everything has to be actually maintained. Never seen anything like it.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your lovely comments about the engine. I made it to be a model to enjoy looking at, but at the same time to be able to work really hard. The bearing surfaces are made of the correct metals etc. However, there is still quite a lot of work to keep it in good running order, so in that way it is very much like the original machine!! Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@dave6386]

Brillant! Thank you very much for posting this crystal pure joy

[@PetersRailway]

You're very welcome and I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@user-nj4bm6ec4h]

Simply great.. Thanks

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your kind comment, much appreciated. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@peterdagrape]

Fantastic video, very interesting to learn how to do this, finally a good video about this

[@PetersRailway]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching! Chris.

[@roberthuston1798]

great video gets the blood flowing for the hobby again been off for 4 years now back.

[@PetersRailway]

Great news that you are back with the hobby. I will now have to make some more videos!!... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@KodakYarr]

Great video! All I needed to see to subscribe!

[@PetersRailway]

Welcome aboard and thanks for watching, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@MichaelLyne-rf1hf]

Omg! Thank you for your fabulous tutorial, just like a steam locomotive...so impressive, thank you again.

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you liked it! I will be making some more films when the weather gets a bit warmer... One on how to drive the engine and all its controls next! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@JWTrainboy]

This video is brilliant and very helpful, definitely helps build my dreams of driving a steam engine!

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for lovely comment! I will be making another on all the controls and how to use them… Chris If you would like to know more about the books I write please see www.petersrailway.com

[@taxalterror]

Fantastic what a lovely job you have done,

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the lovely comment, it is much appreciated!! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@yorkshirelad5280]

I’m so pleased to find you have a KZbin channel. I loved your books and now my son is enjoying them too! We really enjoyed watching your video together. Thanks, Sam

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Sam, Thanks for your lovely comments, I am really chuffed that a new generation is enjoying the books - makes me feel rather old. Come to that, the police all look rather young these days!! All best, Chris.

[@geoffreyhicks53]

What a lovely video most enjoyable. Thank you

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching and for your lovely comment, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@colinthomasson3948]

What an extraordinary model locomotive, it reminds me of those that used to be in the Museum of Scotland in Chambers Street, creations of such perfection and wonder to me as a small boy in the 50s

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your lovely comments Colin. When I was a kid my favourite place to visit was the science museum in London where, again, they had all these lovely models. I’m glad you like it; I think my next video will be about little details on Bongo and look at how I made some of them and what they do, thanks for watching, Chris More info about the books at petersrailway.com

[@MichaelLyne-rf1hf]

Absolutely amazing, thank you for sharing your video

[@PetersRailway]

My pleasure! I will have to make some more, but waiting for the weather to get a bit warmer!!... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@jacobparry6212]

I've just found your channel and I love it keep up the good work and I can't wait to see more videos in the future

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Jacob and thank you for your kind comment. With the encouragement we are now getting, more videos will be on their way… Chris.🚂🚂

[@shimesu443]

I just found this video, and wow. Bongo is equally beautiful and adorable. She looks like a well built, well cared for, well loved little engine. I loved all the cab detail; most minis that I've seen tend to not do that. Everything is out of scale to make it easier to handle and read, so I was delighted by everything not only being in scale but functional too!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you so much! Yes, my objective when building the engine was to make it as accurate to scale as possible, but still end up with a machine capable of hard work and behaving like a full size one. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@itsmyview2024]

excellent delivery

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your kind comment!! Chris

[@chil5150]

An absolutely beautiful engine 👍

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the great comment and hanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Senna-xi1gr]

Absolutely fantastic, cheers Peter. 👍🏆🇬🇧

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your splendid comment, I am glad you enjoyed it. Now I will have to make some more videos - next is about driving the loco... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@jdhart3759]

That is a beautiful locomotive. Thank you! I discovered these mini steam locomotives in the past few months and became fascinated with how they work. I think this really helped me understand them more!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you very much! Yes, they are fascinating machines - in particular I like the way they are so similar to the original. If you made a model of the Titanic, it would not be anything like the thing it is trying to represent! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Trainrhys]

@@PetersRailwayit is so realistic and is a rare case where a scaled down model can function in the same way but about a the model of a the titanic let’s just hope you never meet a boat modeller

[@simonjones2392]

Fantastic, thanks for Sharing

[@PetersRailway]

My pleasure! and thanks for watching! Chris.

[@Schlipperschlopper]

Wonderful! Wonderful!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your fun comment, and thanks for watching!! Best wishes Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@elliottcroucher7999]

Can’t wait for the next video!!

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the encouragement, I must get on with it!!... Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@mplsmark222]

Years ago I visited the live steam club out by Gary Indiana. They had live stream trains of various gauges even a little full size narrow gauge. A beautiful gasoline powered Zephyr too. But of all the trains I saw and rode on, the steam loco of the in this video gauge was my favorite. The way is sounded and felt was so satisfying. Fascinating hobby, I am in awe of the time and talent it takes to build and run these marvelous little machines.

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you liked the video. Yes, there is something special about this size of model steam locomotive. There is certainly a lot of time and effort which goes into building one. Then, afterwards, there's always a bit of maintenance to do. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@ErdbeerKse]

That is so cool!

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the lovely comment. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@ab_railways_original]

Loved the video, so nice to get to see the engine (granted with a different name) I have read so much about in your books, in actual steam. Please don’t stop with the videos- Alex PS. Still remember when I met you at both Pickering and Levisham station on the NYMR during steam galas

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Alex, thanks for the lovely comments, I to remember meeting you at Levisham and I’m looking forward to the next steam gala. Thanks for watching Chris

[@marc_abby]

Ok that is so cool. Thanks for showing us !

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching! Chris. If you would like to know more about the books I write please see www.petersrailway.com

[@schitthe]

Wonderful video, great engine, very good explanations! Thanks and greetings from Germany

[@PetersRailway]

Greetings from the UK, and thank you for your lovely comments. Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@erichaheidrich4593]

Amazing piece of machinery. Wunderbar !

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the fab comment, much appreciated. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@jimgiordano8218]

Excellent video. I've seen full size engines fired up, but you went into more detail like water level, draft and controls.

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, most films/videos don't really give enough detailed information. I must now make the one about driving the engine... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@jamsjars9505]

What a charming fellow and locomotive.

[@PetersRailway]

That has to be the best comment ever! Thank you, Chris.

[@kemaloncu4292]

The model locomotive is very cool. I liked it a lot.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@zeb3144]

Fascinating. Love steam power.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching, I will now have to make some more videos!! Chris.

[@jackbodenmann7379]

What a fun video. How to prepare an engine for a days run. Also a very well detailed engine! Jack

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it! I am looking forward to making a video on the next part of the day - driving and all the controls. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@allanmason7544]

great vid peter

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching!!

[@Bombiedude.]

Ive always liked steam locomotives in general I just think especially these models people have built are so cool

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your lovely and sympathetic comment. Chris.

[@MarkN67]

This is an amazing model and obviously a real labour of love. Your skill, knowledge and craftsmanship is exemplary and a credit to you. I take it this is a private railway and not open to the public?

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the lovely comment. Yes, the loco was my original hobby and took some 8 years to build. My life has got rather taken over by writing the books now, but the railway and engine are a fantastic hobby. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@buffplums]

How on earth do you make the parts so very small and yet maintain function? Those oil pipes alone are so tiny but yet they function and the size of all the plumbing in the cab and such small valves and yet operational at boiler pressure for the injectors. Absolutely amazing. I take it everything is the correct 1:1 scale by the looks? ❤

[@PetersRailway]

Hi, Good question! The answer is that it is quite difficult. In truth, the fittings are not truly to scale, so sometimes they are a little larger but in the correct proportions. A good example is the two mechanical lubricators on the running boards. These are in fact 50% oversize to allow the internals and a supply of oil. No one has ever noticed because they are the right shape and have many of the details you would find on the originals. The oil pipes are 1/16" outside dia, with a very tiny hole through the middle. luckily, oil, unlike water, still flows slowly through tiny holes and anyway, the flow rate is almost non-existent! The pressure isn't a problem - as it gets smaller, the pressure has less area to act on. However, injectors on models do not normally work up to 120 psi, so these are adjusted/tuned to work a little higher. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@stechkaefer]

lovely video thank you Sir.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching!! All best, Chris.

[@beagle7622]

Must have a cup of tea, made me smile . I am Australian, definitely agree.

[@PetersRailway]

All the best people run on tea!!

[@adamklopfenstein9440]

"Oy Bongo" "That's RINGO!" "Yeah, him as well!"

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching, Chris.

[@zapfanzapfan]

What a lovely kettle on wheels!

[@PetersRailway]

The best! Chris.

[@deancurtis6877]

Fair play that’s some attention to detail on full description lol I think even James may would be proud of you 👌🏻me personally think it’s a great way to document something

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching! Chris.

[@Jayk0b]

ITS SO CUTE! This sureley looks fun

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you, yes a lot of fun! If everyone had a good hobby there would be much less trouble in the world... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@LisbonRailProductionsandF1]

Magnificent catches of the model trains, I like it 5 stars, keep up the great work, my friend, you earned a new subscriber, Greetings from Portugal to the UK.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your lovely comment, much appreciated!! Greetings to Portugal from the UK - last time I was in your country, I visited the station at Regua. There were several abandoned steam locomotive there, around an old turntable. Now there are fewer - you can see them on Google Earth. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@benlamb1870]

Fantastic, fascinating machines, it’s a joy to listen to you 👍🏻

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed the video, also the narration. It is much harder than I thought, to your comment is much appreciated! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@teescottageguyproductions]

This is fantastic! I’ve just acquired a 5” gauge Sweet Pea which is getting finished off for me so this video is very useful to watch before I get it!

[@PetersRailway]

Glad it was helpful, and thanks for the great comment! I am making several more films at the moment, although it is a bit cold out on the railway!! One of the first ones for next year will be on how to drive the engine and some of the niceties in getting it/her to work well. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@teescottageguyproductions]

@@PetersRailwaythanks! I’ve actually got one of your books, very entertaining and enjoyable!

[@olivvapor4873]

This is an amazing model ! And it was fascinating to watch the prep of that loco before its session 😊👍🏻 Such models are way more complex to drive than real cars ! ( and way more interesting too ! 😀 )

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your lovely comment about the engine. Yes, it does take quite a while to prepare for running, but that is all part of the fun. It takes a while to put it to bed again afterwards! My next video will be about driving it/her... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@user-xd1gt9if2v]

Man thats awesome!!!!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you!! Chris.

[@matthiaslambock5956]

Very beautiful locomotive 🤓

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the great comment!!! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@nono_ct200]

Wow such a nice Steamloc!

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the lovely comment, much appreciated! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@johntisbury]

This was very interesting thank you.

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it! Now I will have to make some more films... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@3rdaxis649]

Wow what a beautiful Locomotive.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your grand comment! Much appreciated. Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@PopExtra]

That looks so fun

[@PetersRailway]

Sure is!! Thanks for watching, Chris.

[@janpo9197]

Masterpiece

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you!! Chris.

[@greenfingers26]

Brilliant very interesting

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it, now I have to make some more films!!... Chris.

[@jonesthesteam]

Great video! Beautiful engine! I look forward to seeing similar videos in the future. I’ve been to similar private railways in the past. There are quite a few near where I live in Kent!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your good comments, much appreciated! Yes, there is something most attractive about a small railway. Now I will have to make the follow-on video about all the controls for driving... Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@jonesthesteam]

@@PetersRailway Your welcome! I think I met you at the Bluebell Railway last year. I am from Kent which is near the Bluebell Railway.

[@PetersRailway]

Hope to catch you at a SE railway again sometime!! Chris.

[@jonesthesteam]

@@PetersRailway I go to many of the local railways because I am a local enthusiast!

[@harrypenn611]

My daughter absolutely loves your books

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Harry, Thank you for the lovely comment, it is great to know that she enjoys the books. Now I will have to make some more youtube films!! If your daughter is interested in trains/machines/science/engineering, then a bright future awaits her. All best wishes Chris.

[@ScarfNJam2]

Imagine trying to play Bongo drums on this lil giant, love the loco and the guide too!

[@PetersRailway]

I think that might damage the paint!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@samituomisto106]

What a beatiful machine 😃

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your lovely comment, much appreciated. Now I will have to make some more videos... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Colin399]

Beautiful steam engine.❤

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you very much! It took longer to make the engine than to make the film!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@darkfoxxbunyip]

In one word: Beauty

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your splendid comment! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@darkfoxxbunyip]

@@PetersRailway This serms like an automated reply but in case it is not some script, happy holidays ❤️

[@PetersRailway]

No, not a script, we just put a PS and link onto replies. All best for the holiday.@@darkfoxxbunyip

[@1979jon]

I enjoyed this, been on steam trains and now know how the engine gets going

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your kind comment. Now I must make the next film, about driving the engine... Thanks for watching, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@aGlitchintheSystem2014]

Wish I could drive one of these. Looks like fun!

[@PetersRailway]

It is a lot of fun. However, it is much more difficult than it looks. When the weather warms up I will make a video about driving the engine and all the controls. This one was lighting up, the next will follow on... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@aGlitchintheSystem2014]

@@PetersRailway I meant more like I wish I go to an amusement park and just hop on one

[@PetersRailway]

I see what you mean, however if there was an amusement park with this sort of thing, they would not let you anywhere near it!! Much better is to look for a Model Engineering Society near to where you live. Most of them have a track with steam engines etc. Some (not all) are also very welcoming of youngsters if you have an adult with you. Best wishes, Chris.

[@rre9121]

Everything about this looks like fun. Its got fire, its got moving parts, its got neat mechanisms, its got hot water and steam, its got motion.

[@PetersRailway]

You have just summed up very neatly why people love old steam engines so much!! Thanks for watching, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@brushbros]

Your engine is marvelously complex and sophisticated. It is amusing that your fire starting pipe is so simple/elemental. You would be a fun man to know.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your support. Yes the pipe is crude but it works. If you let the fire get too hot the plastic starts to melt!! Thanks for watching, Chris

[@mitchelwood2749]

Something I’ve been taught to do is when steaming a boiler from cold is to shut the bottom shut off on one of the sight glasses and leave the top valve on and then open the drain, which allows all the excess oxygen to vent out of the boiler and also gives you an indicator when the boiler has started to make steam (this also gives the boiler abit more life as it reduces oxygen in the boiler to corrode the boiler)

[@PetersRailway]

That is a cunning idea! My boiler is made of copper so probably corrosion isn’t a concern. However to show when steam is up it’s a good plan. I usually use the injector steam supply which shows up at the injector overflow. Chris If you would like to know more about the books I write please see www.petersrailway.com

[@taffboyslim]

This makes me want to get an engine just to start it up... absolutely wonderful

[@PetersRailway]

Yes, that is most of the fun of a steam engine - the waiting while the fire gets going and the pressure gauge creeps up the dial... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@LukeWatson99]

Magnificent 🇬🇧🇬🇧☕️🫖

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you!! Chris.

[@mark6302]

that's an awesome machine

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you! It certainly is powerful and fast. I have never found out how fast she will go as there isn't a long enough straight track here. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/