Lookin great! Nice expansion. I don’t care what anyone says, bigger is always better!!!! Thanks for sharing. Be blessed.
@jacobcote12 жыл бұрын
The middle part is such a great idea! Being able to watch the trains run around you will be amazing!
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! And I agree, I can also have more angles for photography!
@jasper_saberwolf2 жыл бұрын
Awesome new layout design! the new layout plan is similar in structure to what my dad and I have been working on for a while, I'm still in the track planning phase but we have the foam board cut and laid down on our plywood table tops. This video really helps me visualize and is encouraging for me for my plans as I might just need to start laying some track non-permanently to start (been using track planning software so far for now). Thank you for your awesome videos and updates, they're so chill, relaxing, and helpful!
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! But that’s awesome to hear you got a layout going. Yeah I would just lay some track out like you say and see how it looks in real life. It’s nice to get a sort of visual when it’s right in front of you
@scottgee56892 жыл бұрын
You have already given this old modeler some great ideas on my layout. Thank you. Cant wait to see how it looks when you're done!
@davidfromtexas96812 жыл бұрын
You do realize your cat thinks you built this entirely for his convenience right? Love the new layout! Looking forward to the future videos.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
He does think that and it’s okay as long as he doesn’t cause catastrophic disasters haha
@coffee8814 Жыл бұрын
@@TopRailroad the poor little creatures you have created a sim city ecosystem, your cat being the antagonist
@andystrains4335 Жыл бұрын
Really like your layout I am also reconstructing mine
@anthonyproctor51042 жыл бұрын
So glad you tore up the old layout and started again on a more extended one. I jave had 7 layouts over the years and you definitely learn as you go. Great to see the space in the center, allows so much more scope. Keep up the great work. Looking forward to seeing it built.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad too. I 100% agree you definitely learn as you go in this hobby
@gacj20102 жыл бұрын
I know this is going to be awesome after knowing how you create with such care , man.. This is going to be another great series we can look forward to as it grows ... You always have great ideas and techniques ..
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it as always! :)
@theglimpse37852 жыл бұрын
Looking amazing so far, I can't wait to see it in action.
@danielbostwick56012 жыл бұрын
You do a great job explaining step by step. Very clear and simple. Nice layout coming along!!
@MMRails2 жыл бұрын
Keep expanding! Go into the next room! Haha. Looks great so far. Love the painted track.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Your giving me more ideas 🧐😂 I wish though haha, thanks Mark!
@dundasjunctionmodelr.r-jam82672 жыл бұрын
Mark you should expand into the next room
@ronduz12812 жыл бұрын
Great job , love the way you painted the track. keep them coming 👍
@tsrail92442 жыл бұрын
Your series is very enjoyable to watch and your video quality is superb. Keep it up!
@fredsmith675811 ай бұрын
Hi bro. I like the way you painted the track & I like the wooden dowel idea of cleaning the track.
@saikosenseii2 жыл бұрын
for cleaning the rails after you have painted it, use gasoline F, it cleans very well!
@kilrbe32 жыл бұрын
So so happy you expanded! You made the right call by doing it and now going for more run space & industries for switching.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Yeah better now then when I’ve made a lot of progress already! I’ve learned my lesson lol
@gbrtrains2 жыл бұрын
The expansion makes a big difference in your layout. It now has more room to add all your desired track plan and your structures and scenery. Great job.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I agree
@johnbowyer55192 жыл бұрын
Small suggestion whenever I laid track I would Solder each of the rail joints for a better electrical connection, ONLY solder them on the Outside of the rail. Also when you do your soldering I would suggest using a rosin core solder or you can get rosin paste from an Electronics Store it helps the solder to flow under and around the joints better that's why you only have to put it on the outside just make sure the rails are inline which other when you do it. I just found your Channel today and have binge watched all of them up to this one will watch the rest tomorrow great layout. I also have a Black and White four legged Inspector that could be a brother to yours
@TheTrainFreak2 жыл бұрын
New Sub as your channel was just recommended to me. So far it looks like you're off to a good start. - Jason
@TourDriverSean2 жыл бұрын
What I've learned to do with joiners, take a rasor blade and cut the plastic holding the ties together (not off the track tho), and slide the ties down the rail and slide a joiner fully on. Line the track together with the next section, and slide the joiner and pinch together. Then the ties can slide back in position, and can be skewed giving it a bit more randomness/realism
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I’ll have to try that out! I appreciate the tip
@hardpunkkore92352 жыл бұрын
Smart idea laying all your track first before doing any scenery. I think you’ll find it easier to build and you will do A LOT less back tracking this way. Excited to see it go.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Very true
@BNSF14582 жыл бұрын
So excited to see what the new loco is!! Great episode, this is looking great already!
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@BNSF14582 жыл бұрын
@@TopRailroad so.. u gonna reveal what this loco is?
@johnathanlewis20492 жыл бұрын
Hi Top Railroad! Welcome back! Definitely looking forward to seeing your layout develop!
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it!
@joeboggan Жыл бұрын
Looks great so far man. I haven't built mine yet, just waiting on getting the space to build in. Hope it turns out great. Thank you for sharing
@charlierumsfeld66262 жыл бұрын
Can you reach the edge of the curve from the middle? Looks like a stool will be needed for derailment or other issues. About 2' is all I want to mess with. Good luck
@tyfon44292 жыл бұрын
Please keep making these videos. Greets from the Netherlands
@TheSpydyr11 ай бұрын
Love the new layout...much better to have a bigger area if you can. The smaller layout was going to feel constricted once you started filling in your buildings and industries.
@timkubik39362 жыл бұрын
Like the new video's, just a thought on when you add your joint compound over the track use an old set of trucks to roll through the wet mud to cut the flange ways then let dry and sand smooth.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Good thinking. I’ll have to remember to do that when I get to that point
@sunnysiderails3972 жыл бұрын
Love the layout, nice job, can't wait to see the next episode!
@toolguybak2 жыл бұрын
Looking good! Suggestions: In case you haven’t finalized all of the plan, track skewed to the edge of the layout creates the illusion of greater size and depth (compared with parallel to the edge). Alternative to scraping off the paint, wipe the rail tops with your finger dipped in Vaseline. After painting simply wipe the rail head clean with a rag.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Good tips man! And I do like the skewed track idea but my OCD likes the perfectly straight track haha
@tristankorf6049 Жыл бұрын
hope you are doing alright! I am wanting to get started on my own, but your videoes teach me a lot, hoping for a new video soon
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
I’ll get the ball rolling again eventually! Thanks for checking in man!
@NicholassTrainChannel2 жыл бұрын
Nice video mate. Wow I wasnt expecting an expansion this early in the build!. Good to see some track layed out and painted. - Nicholas.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Neither was I haha. Thanks Nicholas!
@michigan__railfan2 жыл бұрын
New Loco! Sweet can't wait. Also I like this layout Hella better so much bigger you can have so muuuuch
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@jeffreyjoseph68722 жыл бұрын
Hello, Enjoyed your recent video presentations. Look forward to the next one and my reviews of past videos. I am in the process of building an HO Layout. When you have time, could you possibly suggest a source for HO layouts/track plans etc. Growing up I always had an HO Layout that I worked on. But now, I am trying to re-learn. Thank you, Jeff
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! I would be always try the internet cause that’s where I go first. KZbin is great as well or even trying to look at real railroads in your area for inspiration!
@jeffreyjoseph6872 Жыл бұрын
@@TopRailroad thanks,
@N-Scale2 жыл бұрын
Looks good so far and it will be fun , for sure !!!
@Cokkie9 Жыл бұрын
Where did bro go
@shawnpowell58762 жыл бұрын
Great video and tutorial of part 2 of the new layout! The additions you added on is making for an amazing layout! I also like the center section where you can have a birds eye view from a rotating bar stool. I believe this layout will turn out great once you get the track positioned to begin with scenery and buildings. I've been in Lancaster all week for vacation and went to WYOMISSING JUNCTION Tuesday and MACUNGIE on Wednesday! Spent a half day at each and saw plenty of trains! 4hrs at WYOMISSING JUNCTION and saw 15 trains! 4hrs at MACUNGIE and saw 12 so it was a great time especially with my new VLOGGING CAMERA! Thanks again TR and look fwd to seeing the next video my friend! Cheers from Delmar, Delaware well actually LANCASTER, PA lol
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Shawn! That’s sounds like an amazing vacation! I would love to find spots like that to railfan especially with that much traffic. 15 trains in 4 hours is a lot! Cool to hear you got a vlog camera, hopefully you filmed some trains. Thanks again man!
@CSXOhioRailFanPlus7522 жыл бұрын
Nice Layout
@sergioarroyoguerrero54349 ай бұрын
Paint and clean the tracks and switch, Atlas code 100. Good job my friend. You 🐱 Binx is good with my dog Scooby Doo.
@Nathan5Chime2 жыл бұрын
Nice paint job. I couldn't find brown camo paint locally. I had to order it online.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Good idea.I get it at Walmart and sometimes it’s out of stock
@binkman672 жыл бұрын
Cool! I subscribed last night, and already a new video! Thanks!
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for subbing!
@ssttuuhhll2 жыл бұрын
Just curious, why not use Atlas’ 22” and 24” curves? I like the “click clack” sound of cars going over joins so I avoid flex track.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I do like the clickity clack sound and I may just do that for 1 of the curves, but I mostly use the flex track cause it has better electric flow since it’s all one piece
@ozarkmountainrails5442 жыл бұрын
I wish I found this before I started my first layout, I learned a lot from this video! Great job!
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@cnobillbradley96732 жыл бұрын
And sometime in the build mount a go pro to the engine. Time for a movie!
@TheOtherDerek Жыл бұрын
Why do you cut track to fit at the curve versus the end of the straight?
@hessxpress3016 Жыл бұрын
hope all is well! excited for the next update
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
Thanks man! All is well and I hope the same for you!
@MRR_Shadowolf2 жыл бұрын
Looking good and great tips!
@rlncod3649 Жыл бұрын
In this layout, you chose not to use corkbed, was wondering why and if you notice any difference in sound, Thanks !!
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
I will use cork bed on the other side but I will say the sounds are different when you add cork. It’s hard the describe but the cork gives a deeper and slightly quieter sound then no cork! Hope this helps!
@PicklesWZ2 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for next episode!
@csxnspittsburghdivision85802 жыл бұрын
Top railroad are you going to post more videos
@GooseinTheCabooseProductions2 жыл бұрын
Something one of the guys up here show me but if you take an exacto knife with a chisel blade cut the molded Spike detail off and then use the edge of the knife too pry the rail up just air and you can slip Joiner between the rail and the tie you don't have to cut the entire off. You can also do that to stagger your rails on Flex track joints and it'll help with avoiding kinks
@michaelwilkes475 Жыл бұрын
where do you actually purchase the pink foam board? I haven't been able to find it anywhere (michael's,hobby lobby, etc)
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
I buy it at Lowe’s or Home Depot
@Top-Trains-19432 жыл бұрын
Awesome video the layout looks amazing especially with the new expansion it will make it even better and you can run longer trains. Also I love seeing your cat I have one as well. I can't wait till next week's episode and can't wait to see your brand new locomotive.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! But yeah I try to include my kitty in some clips haha
@Aberdude82 жыл бұрын
Your cat us so lucky to have a train layout in his bathroom. 😂 It's going to be epic filming from in the middle of the layout. 😃👍🚂🏭🏢🌳🌲🐾
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Yes he is lucky 😂😂
@thomasmaster56032 жыл бұрын
Great job keep up the good work.
@davestrains68162 жыл бұрын
Looking good! Nice tips!
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dave!
@trippaves1212 жыл бұрын
great work you inspirer me it to my layout
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad! I get inspiration from watching other KZbinrs as well!
@joelbalsiger4 ай бұрын
Does the painting of the track affect electrical conductivity?
@TopRailroad3 ай бұрын
It shouldn’t! Just be careful with turnouts and points. You can always watch the plenty amount of videos on others painting track for tips!
@davidparker40282 жыл бұрын
Hey wate coming along nicely👍. The painting the side of the rails great idea makes it look so much more realistic. This should be good when its done👍😅.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thanks David!
@DPU.proMN.IA.2 жыл бұрын
Great job adding on I'd get a second locomotive
@VSLAModelRR2 жыл бұрын
If you have (or get) some oderless mineral spirts, dip the skewer in there and the paint comes off very easily. Also, might be better to put the curves down first then fit the straight to that instead of the opposite, might avoid some track kinks.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I’ll have to look into that! But oh okay that’s a good tip. I always struggle with the curves so that might help. Thanks man!
@seeber5632 жыл бұрын
Great video! What do you use for the table legs?
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I’m using 2x3s which is probably more then I need tbh cause they are pretty heavy
@dundasjunctionmodelr.r-jam82672 жыл бұрын
Some great track work , how did prevent the paint or clean the switch points after you painted the turnouts , great video
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
When I paint it I try to switch it to where the paint won’t get to those points of contact. If not I gently scrape the paint away where I need
@HeartLandRailsMedia Жыл бұрын
When is the next
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
Hopefully this month of February! Sorry it’s been so long
@HeartLandRailsMedia Жыл бұрын
Yeah
@irenecraggs61232 жыл бұрын
looks great keep those videos coming
@aussiebigbangers Жыл бұрын
Did you finish this lay out or pull it back down ? Enjoy your videos..
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
This one was taken down but I explain why in the description of the new series I started a month ago
@sergioarroyoguerrero5434 Жыл бұрын
Paint and clean the tracks. 👌.
@VortexVR20102 жыл бұрын
Thats awsome man keep it up
@manshedrailroad2 жыл бұрын
Wow I love how paint can drastically change scenery. Nice work! Quick question though, did you ever consider using one of those rust colored paint markers that are made for painting track? I'm curious to get your opinion on that.
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I have thought about it. Maybe someday I’ll buy one to try on a section of track to see how I like it. I do the spray paint cause it looks good but also is fast haha
@manshedrailroad2 жыл бұрын
@@TopRailroad I think I'm gonna give it a try. Thanks for the info.
@TimsBitsnPieces Жыл бұрын
I would suggest moving any lengths of straight track you have pinned down so then you do Not have to cut curved lengths of track and thus minimise wastage.... shown at 5:36 in this video.
@luketmcd3301 Жыл бұрын
What do you think the best HO train under 300 dollars is?
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
Anything ScaleTrains or Athearn Genesis would be great!
@luketmcd3301 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@luketmcd3301 Жыл бұрын
That actually really helps
@swarnab776 Жыл бұрын
From where did you buy these tracks? Peco?
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
You can get it on eBay or a hobby store that sells train stuff hopefully
@pancaketactical2 жыл бұрын
Great layout!
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jefwisse19572 жыл бұрын
The larger the scale the more difficult it becomes to realize a nice layout. Many years ago I owned a H0 scale model railroad. It had a dimension of 7 x 4 ft. So it wasn't nearly big enough to create a realistic layout. Then the N-scale models came available and I changed to N-scale. My first N-scale layout was pretty big. It was L-shaped and it contained over 400 m (1300 ft) of tracks. After 15 years we moved to another village in the middle of our small country. The first few years I couldn't build a new layout because the room where I wanted to build it was occupied by my doughtier. SBecause my daughter lover model tries to he had asked my to built her a model railroad. It was a small layout of 5 x 3 ft with a very simpel layout. After she had moved the room came available to me to built a bigger one. Although the layout has nice dimensions it still is difficult to create a nice layout. I made a mistake to try to put as many tracks as possible on my layout. I thought it would provide me the possibility to create nice train movements. In a way it does have offered me nice possibilities but when I started to create the landscape I came to the conclusion that my design wasn't as great as I thought it would be. I'm now to old to start over so now I'm busy to reconstructing the existing layout. I wish you a Lott of joy working on your model railroad. I'm looking forward to see the cat running after the trains as my cat (and rabbit 😂) did. Greetings from The Netherlands
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for sharing that! Nothin wrong with reconstructing a current layout to be better! Thanks again and cheers! :)
@bryanmeyer-cunningham31712 жыл бұрын
Awesome video as always "idea" put Railroad ties by some parts of track for details"
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
That’s a perfect idea for the ones I take off!
@bryanmeyer-cunningham31712 жыл бұрын
@@TopRailroadFigured because when ever I drive by the Railroad Tracks I see them so I said "Oh Top Railroad might use this for details!"
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
That’s great haha, thanks for the ideas!
@bryanmeyer-cunningham31712 жыл бұрын
@@TopRailroad Anytime Top Railroad!
@MSRTA_Productions2 жыл бұрын
Episode 2 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
😁😁
@crystalzues47122 жыл бұрын
Cleaning up the paint at your rail joiners is always good, I personally solder my rails together to further improve continuity. But some people don't if they intend on dismantling the track.
@bryceblazegamingyt97412 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@blakebodaciousFTW Жыл бұрын
Any updates?
@TopRailroad Жыл бұрын
Not yet sorry, I hope to be able to return soon!
@MP-16productions2 жыл бұрын
are you going to contiue this
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
For sure! I just need more time to do so haha
@josephcajzer95982 жыл бұрын
When's next video coming???
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Been busy hopefully I’ll post a video this next month
@josephcajzer95982 жыл бұрын
@@TopRailroad thanks, look fwd to next one!!!
@djcreations10242 жыл бұрын
great video use some of ur ideas on my layout
@tracksidemike2 жыл бұрын
Great update video new sub Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦🚂🥓
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@swarnab776 Жыл бұрын
Sir are you Peco tracks?
@HenryTheGreenEngine57972 жыл бұрын
Yay
@giacomopeters99882 жыл бұрын
Good advice…get that paint off ASAP. Another option is to wipe with a cloth immediately when wet.
@OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars2 жыл бұрын
Nice 👍♐️
@csxnspittsburghdivision85802 жыл бұрын
Is there going video
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Sorry I’ve even busy! I’m going to try to put out a video by the end of the month
@csxnspittsburghdivision85802 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIGQZ6qYirioack Watch the video give you tips
@trippaves1212 жыл бұрын
NICE
@TheSteelRoad2 жыл бұрын
What is it with us model railroaders and all having cats especially black ones 🤣
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
Great minds think alike 😂
@TheSteelRoad2 жыл бұрын
@@TopRailroad 100% bro! Lookin foward to seeing your new layout come together! 🙌💯
@gerlandkent63779 ай бұрын
👍
@_FiestaCat_2 жыл бұрын
Hopefully you don’t restart this time!
@amtrakp42422 жыл бұрын
Plz Make a 3\4 Demolished Train Depot…🙂
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
I’ll definitely think about that idea!
@amtrakp42422 жыл бұрын
@@TopRailroad ok
@loyeantleyjr.86462 жыл бұрын
🥰😍🥰
@OTRWA2 жыл бұрын
This no longer your layout room...lol...the cat has now enforced its regime...😁
@hessxpress30162 жыл бұрын
more room for activities! perfect size though not to small not to big (thats what she said)
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
😂😂
@SimSummer Жыл бұрын
4:34
@Austin.D2 жыл бұрын
why not just put masking tape over the rails and then paint it?
@TopRailroad2 жыл бұрын
You could but I didn’t have any tape that thin to cover each rail so this way was easier for me
@drewv3532 жыл бұрын
𝓟Ř𝔬𝓂𝔬𝐒ϻ
@robcarson43539 ай бұрын
Not a good design .... retired firefighter here.. your blocking your egress window
@GrayGryphon2 жыл бұрын
Disliked (not really) because of lack of pets being given to your cat. :)