Blog Episode 4 - Old Layout Tear Down - Jason's O-Gauge Trains

Many have asked to see the progress of the old layout being torn down. So here it is!

[@northpennvalleysteamrailroad]

R.I.P Old Layout. It will be missed. 😔

[@JDStucks]

I enjoy watching the old videos. But truth is, the new layout has me so excited that its been easy to move on.

[@northpennvalleysteamrailroad]

@@JDStucks you pin me

[@kimberlywertz3839]

Although I’m new to your channel & have only seen bits & pieces of the old & new layouts I wouldn’t let the dismantling depress you. You will always have great memories of the old one. The new & improved layout will provide you even greater memories. Plus the opportunity to try newer & different techniques will be endless. So take your time & enjoy the adventure. Also stay safe & well & have a great Memorial Day.

[@SASEntertainment]

Jason, seeing you take down the old layout has me feeling conflicted because I see all that you and your dad did together in building this beautiful piece, but I also see the growth of your new layout and I am comforted by the fact that you will have pieces of the old layout repurposed on the new layout. You and your dad’s legacy continues on in the new layout and I am so glad that I have been apart of this journey for many years of its growth and seeing you become this beautiful and successful person, I hope for nothing, but the best and cannot wait for the new layout to fully come together. ❤️

[@JDStucks]

Thank you so much! Your comments are always so thoughtful and much appreciated.

[@johnebert8326]

thanx Jason! I've been concerned about gluing the stone under the rr ties. Your mention came just in time!

[@EnzoGiovanaTrains]

I was able to watch your progress on your old layout and it will be great to follow the new one, as I am also creating my new layout, congratulations!

[@tomrogers5516]

It's also a sign of progress, just like transitioning from university to career...there were some things that had to be sacrificed and new things to incorporate into your mindset. It's painful at times, but it's a process of moving on from 'good to better'! What is remarkable to me is how carefully you have approached this final phase in the same way you have been able to achieve remarkable progress on the new layout...neatly with a clear goal! Cheers!

[@JDStucks]

Thank you Tom. Its certainly a big transition. A bit emotional. Big undertaking. But its been worth it. I've learned so much. And I've never been so excited to be a part of this hobby.

[@miguelangelgarrido7233]

Hola buenas tardes excelente video abrazo grande

[@BearCreekWoodworking]

Jason I started watching your videos back in 2010 when you used old VHS video boxes to hold up part of your layout where the bridge would later be. I knew at the time that you were a teenager building a layout in your parents home. Which inevitably meant someday your old layout would come down. So as I will miss your old layout, I am even more excited to watch you build your new layout with more space to do FUN and COOL new things.

[@JDStucks]

So glad to hear you've been watching for over 10 years! Those VHS boxes were definitely a site to see haha. Glad you're excited like me to watch the new layout go up.

[@MattyCtrains]

Basically grew up watching this layout getting made, learned alot as you built it

[@JDStucks]

That's so awesome to hear. Glad you learned so much.

[@MattyCtrains]

@@JDStucks I go back to when you first got your Hudson as a graduation gift lol

[@boblandess9349]

... great video ... glad you are showing the tear down ... nostalgic for sure ... followed the development of the old layout ... a lot of time, energy, and memories

[@JDStucks]

Thanks Bob! Sad to see it go.

[@boblandess9349]

@@JDStucks ... I can relate ... some years ago, I finally dismantled the layout in my parent's attic ... built when I was 14 yrs old ... never fully completed but was able to transfer the elements to my final layout I now have ... a collection of over 65 years, the Lionel accessories, bridges, and scratch built structures still adorn and bring sweet memories ... parent's now passed ... the family home sold in 2018 with remnants of a lifelong hobby still in the attic ... also sad but a reflection of life ...

[@briangeiser5861]

Bitter sweet man!!!

[@mamanbear1]

Loved that “old”layout. I know that the new one will be great. Hope your parents aren’t too sad to see it go. Take care.

[@JDStucks]

They were a little sad when I started tearing down. But they love seeing what I've been building in the new basement.

[@Steven_Williams]

Loved the old layout Jason. Welcome to the next evolution.

[@JDStucks]

Thanks Steven!

[@wcmodelrailroad]

Old layout was fantastic and the new one will encompass those old memories with the items you carried over.

[@iananderson5050]

Sad to see, but the bright side is that with your channel the old layout has been immortalized by the magic that is the internet, as you pointed out in the video. You and PghTrainFanatic's layouts were big inspirations for me to finally build my own O scale layout (something I'm working on currently), which I'd wanted to do since I was a kid, so thanks for that!

[@JDStucks]

Very true! And PGH is a great friend. We've been doing this together since the beginning. Glad you were inspired by our work.

[@ericwilliams2619]

Great video it's going to be missed the new layout is looking awesome awesome work God bless you and your family

[@penrodautorepair3170]

I live in Michigan to. I use to live in Detroit. I moved up by exit 202 off of 75 North.

[@louislankford8614]

Sucks you had to take apart your old lay out and cant integrate it into the new one. I totally understand you learn from your mistakes just like me building my truck. Im happy to watch your videos and others and learning from mistakes before I build mines. Wish you luck on yours, can't wait to see how it comes along.

[@chiane1968]

Love your videos. It's just amazing how much room a proper O scale layout takes up. I hope you will have some cool bridges, terrain variation, and interesting turnouts going in the new layout. I always find railway features more interesting than roads and town elements.

[@johnforgy2494]

As sad as it is to say goodbye to the old layout the new layout is only a continuation of what you learned and not an end. You are so fortunate to have it all documented on KZbin. Keep up the great work!

[@JDStucks]

Absolutely! Most of it is being re-used and re-purposed anyway. Its more of the basement I'm saying goodbye to than anything.

[@barrydosogne5088]

hello Jason, though only recent to your postings, I'm a huge fan. I have been a "hi railer" as well, though I prefer "threerailer" as a moniker. keep it up!

[@JDStucks]

Hey Barry. So glad you found the videos and thanks for your kind words.

[@russrockino-rr0864]

My heart always cries when I see a layout that has to be demoed. It is part of life eventually for almost all model railroaders, but sad just the same. Here's to lots of good times with your new layout.

[@JDStucks]

It was a really fun layout. Just think of it like its evolving into something better :)

[@SASEntertainment]

@@JDStucks I have recently purchased a great deal of items from someone that’s helping a friend tear down his layout due to age. I always think about the pain of seeing something that you built and enjoyed having to come down, but then I think about how my new layout will have a piece of this man’s old layout. I am giving new life, so to speak, to these structures, track and scenery. I know it’s going to be all worth it when your vision is fulfilled and I am excited for the journey.

[@markstrainstation]

You will create new memories with your new layout especially when you have your own kids one day.

[@prestonsadler9293]

Looking great on that new layout

[@VintageRenewed]

The new layout does seem like it should be a lot better. Although I’m surprised because i would have thought you’d try getting all the rolling stock and the buildings over to the new layout asap

[@JDStucks]

I'm bringing as much up as I can at a time. Once I have more shelves brought up and the 3rd level built I should be able to bring all the remaining rollingstock. Buildings are coming up one car load at a time now.

[@brendanstrains9725]

Sad to see the old layout go it was a work of art. But I hope the new one will be better than the old one.

[@woodyglendell7400]

Like a Phoenix rising from ashes........

[@magnumfrank9819]

Jason, thanks for another video! You should see this process as life. You finished certain levels of school and went onto new.schools. You finished college and gained an exciting career. You moved into your new house and now you have a great girlfriend. Don't be down, you are taking us along for the ride that is your life in this hobby!

[@JDStucks]

Perfect way to put it! Lots of great things happening today.

[@raymondchason2877]

jason i see work in progress in the roundhouse area

[@JDStucks]

Correct! Stay tuned to see more :)

[@tjimmy71]

This has got to be bitter/sweet. Lots of TLC put into this setup not to mention time and energy. At the same time it’s exciting to create a new layout! Looking forward to all of it.

[@JDStucks]

All true Thomas!

[@luvindemtrains]

Yes Jason, I have been watching you since the beginning. Fun times and it is still mind boggling how the time has passed. It's definitely sad to see the layout that put you "on the map" go but because you documented it so well it will always be there. I uploaded my first KZbin video in 2008 but didn't document it nearly as well as you did over the years. I look forward to more progress on the "Grown Jason's" layout.

[@JDStucks]

Great point. That layout did help start my KZbin channel. I'll be using what I learned to make this next layout even better!

[@fredsmith6758]

Hi Jason. When you make your roads on the new layout. What are you gonna use?

[@railroadguy100]

Really enjoyed the old layout & looking forward to more with the new one. Eventually, planning on using the town from the upper level with the new layout? Thought about adding a trolley line along the center of the road?

[@JDStucks]

I use everything from the town again. I'll likely do some re-configuring. I hadn't thought about a trolley line though. We'll see :)

[@mikeeckhart8349]

It hurts to tear down a layout

[@Bigboy4018]

Wow, the new layout is really coming along!

[@ericneumann8509]

The old layout was pretty big.

[@JDStucks]

The new layout is over double the square footage :)

[@stevenbrown9892]

Where did you find the buildings in the lower center part? Havent had much luck finding O-scale building & accessories in range.

[@mslickstrains]

This ones gunna hurt

[@GreatLakesStateProductions6708]

Yup

[@GreatLakesStateProductions6708]

The pain is already burning 😭 , old layout you will be missed but NEVER forgotten

[@1jefreys]

How much time in a week do you spend working on your railroad? I’m probably twice your age-and I have the aches and pains to prove it😁 And sometimes when I find some time to get to the layout, once there-I find I forgot to bring sufficient motivation 😝 And I end up listening to a few trains idling and talking- And I do some contemplating and imagining how I could scenic my Railroad. And progress seems to go in reverse because it stops so suddenly 🤪 So, tell me you aren’t always as productive as it seems you are...😃

[@JDStucks]

Don't feel bad. Most evenings I go into the basement planning to do work I end up just standing around thinking and imagining. I probably only do a couple hours of work on it a week. I'll plan out an entire day occasionally if I'm ready to make some big progress.

[@pedroramirez5063]

What radius curves did you use on this layout

[@bobconrad5632]

Sad. How did you attach the track and lay the ballast for reuse?

[@JDStucks]

The track was nailed down and the ballast just poured on top. It was easily vacumed up.

[@Chessie1985]

RIP old layout and to the new layout Jason!!!

[@valchavez9163]

Soooooo sad...😢

[@ironhorsehistorian9871]

F in the chat for the OG layout. Now is time for layout #2 Electric Boogaloo.

[@williamcrawford4529]

Sadly, all good things must come to an end! I enjoyed the old one very much but I know that the new one will be a great improvement.

[@kevinking5406]

Sacrificed for the greater good

[@alienrefugee51]

Wow, that must be really tough to handle emotionally at times. You should try and archive your videos elsewhere if you haven't already, to preserve those old videos. KZbin can be funny at times.

[@JDStucks]

It certainly is sad at times. But its well documented so I keep pressing on.

[@glockryders935]

Hello, would like to know how many amps you draw and or what you think is a safe continous amperage draw . Thank you

[@JDStucks]

Anything under 5 amps I say I'm in the green (clear). 5-7 amps is the orange (warning) zone. Anything over and you risk tripping the breaker.

[@hunterstoffregen2948]

What size was the old layout?

[@JDStucks]

21 x 8 ft

[@otistooley1280]

Would you sell the train shelf or put it up for An option sale

[@JDStucks]

Its possible. But I haven't decided yet