Layout Expansion Update Episode 7- Wiring and Roadbed

Layout Expansion Update Episode 7- Wiring and Roadbed
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[@stephenrickjr.7519]

Layout expansion is always a must!!!

[@dagryffynhobby]

I’m loving it!

[@RABSTRAINS]

Thanks Dave for the update and instructions on your roadbed👍🙏❤️❤️💪🇺🇸

[@dagryffynhobby]

No problem!

[@TheTrainboard]

Great job with the walkthrough auto shutoff! You've got a lot of little tricks that are so useful! Well done Dave! - Ryan

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks so much.

[@williamsantangelo]

Thanks Dave, looking Good! Happy Railroading

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks, you too!

[@wayneantoniazzi2706]

That was a great tutorial on track laying DAve and the kill-switch idea for the lift-out is very clever indeed! You've done a real service with video! Oh, don't worry about your layout zone being a mess, it could be worse. Mine's got a "BIOHAZARD!" sign on it!

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks! As far as I am aware I don’t have any biological contaminants in the train room, but who knows what’s under the mess!

[@Bcwilliams97]

Nice to see the expansion coming along. I’m with you on the use of screws. Because of that, I opted for using thinner plywood and used homasote sheets and top. I then lay my foam roadbed down with the track on top and run a screw through it into the homasote. Works quite well. I was able to bend the roadbed for my O-72 radius curves without splitting it down the middle, but I wouldn’t recommend any tighter than that without splitting. Great method for using foam!

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks so much. That sounds like a great option too. I haven’t tried to bed it to fit without cutting, maybe I’ll try that where I have O94

[@dantiel4179]

I really like the use of the micro switches great idea 😃👍🚂

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks so much

[@johnandrus3901]

Very nice! I like how you do the roadbed. It seems quite solid, for sure. The micro switches are a great idea and easy to replace, if one fails. It will be good to see trains going all of the way around, when you’re finished. An excellent video, as always.

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks so much. I love it when ideas come together and actually end up working out!

[@wallacestrangway2468]

Thank you Dave for all the great idea's and tip's.love the idea on the switches to kill the power .Glad i found this out as im just starting to make my lift bridge.

[@dagryffynhobby]

I’ve been very happy with how the bridge is working. I was just now thinking I should add some small lights so I know for sure the power is cut. It would be a shame if a switch failed and I didn’t realize it!

[@teschvalleyrailroad]

This video is a perfect example of taking some time, planning ahead, and avoiding future headaches in any layout build. The conduit at the bridge was a great idea! Those switches work perfect!!! Well done!!!!!

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks so much. I do try to step back and see what might be an issue down the line, too many times I’ve had to redo something to make it work.

[@ganrailroad]

The switches on the lift bridge are an excellent idea.

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks! They are working great so far

[@jimmelchin1531]

Dave...this video answered many questions I had on roadbed and its manufacturer. Thank You ! 👍

[@dagryffynhobby]

Awesome. Glad the video was helpful

[@terrystrainsdownunder9856]

Dave, working on the small details of the layout is like doing a giant jigsaw puzzle 😊 You are connecting all the pieces to see the big picture 😆Keep completing those 1% tasks and you will be greatly rewarded 🏆 Exciting times ahead 🌟 Thanks for sharing 👍👍

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks! That’s a great way to look at it, except for the fact that I don’t like puzzles! lol. You are right though, it’s the combination of all these little parts and projects that make it a complete thing

[@Keystone-Bill]

You’re making steady progress Dave, looking good buddy!

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks 👍

[@daivdwalker2374]

Looking awesome love the switch idea for track power and the caulk idea also never thought of that

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks so much!

[@henryszubielski8601]

Nice solution on the bridge Dave. I never gave the silicone a thought as a way to secure the road bed. Cool. Looking forward to seeing more progress.

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks!

[@Coreyt1976]

Great vide Dave. The progress is looking good.

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks 👍

[@TwistedMacGyversTrains]

You really did a fantastic job on the lift bridge part of the expansion. The dead switches were a great idea. I really like how everything is turning out. Excellent work as usual.👍

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks so much. When the wiring wasn’t going to work the way I wanted, I almost gave up on cutting the power, but then a moment of clarity and the switches saved the day!

[@MattKonsol]

Awesome update on the expansion!

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thank you!

[@TheCreativeMind]

Great tips and great update

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks 👍

[@tomrogers5516]

Yet another example of planning and focus on your part, Dave. For a guy who says of himself that he has no firm plan in mind, once your get going, you get things done quickly. The results speak for themselves: a neat and careful plan worked out to make a great expansion to the layout that looks like it belongs. The on/off switches to cut and restore the power to the track when the lift bridge section has to be raised and lowered is just brilliant. All is going well for you.

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks so much. It’s very rewarding when everything actually works out!

[@railchief74]

Hey Dave! I know it’s been a while. Just wanted to stop by to say that the layout is really shaping up. That New expansion looks really good. You just sparked my interest in those bridge switches for my future layout project

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks Mike. I’m psyched and really looking forward to work on the layout

[@robertgrothey2429]

Looks great Dave

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thank you!

[@andrewaugustyniak2765]

Kool video

[@DRCRailroard]

Hey Dave, through the magic of the video, the project seems to be advancing quickly. It appears that the addition will double the length of the run on the outside main loop. Adding backdrop scenery would be a nice touch. You could apply it to 1/4" or 1/8" thick masonite panels cut in half lengthwise and set in place with your silicone caulk along the back wall. I hand painted mine using latex wall paint for the blue sky like a primer base and used artist acrylic paints to paint the scenery. I painted my entire backdrop freehand, Bob Ross style, only using acrylic artist paints and a 1" wide artist brush. It wasn't that difficult to do and went much faster than I expected once I developed my skills. I found it to be a rewarding experience.

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks, it helps when I edit out all the detours and mistakes! I do hope to install a photo backdrop behind most of the layout. My original plan was to paint a backdrop and I did paint a good part of it sky blue, but that’s as far as it ever went. Since I like to video the layout so much I think a photo backdrop will really add to the depth of the shots.

[@DRCRailroard]

​@dagryffynhobby A scenic backdrop will definitely add a whole other dimension, and your layout would be the perfect candidate. By painting it on you can hide other elements like the breaker box. The scenery can carry directly on to the breaker box and will blend in to hide it in plain site.

[@Cbtrainnut]

Looks great Dave!

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thank you!

[@PopPopsTrainRoom]

great tips, great job

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks for watching!

[@ferrark1]

Nice job with the switches !

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks! It worked better than I expected

[@danielkane8752]

Really good idea to use kill switches. Someone left a bridge up on a 3 rail module at the Syracuse NY train show a few years ago. A Big Boy went off the edge. Spectators actually stood there and yelled but no one stopped the train! The owner of the loco was devastated. It happened just before I arrived. You can bet I would have grabbed that loco!

[@dagryffynhobby]

That’s horrible! I would feel bad enough if it were a small cheap engine, I can’t imagine that happening!

[@MHRRR54]

Another great video Dave! Just back from 2 weeks in Spain & Portugal so I've missed some of these. I use fastrack so no Track Bed for me but If I ever decide to switch it out, I have your video as a great reference. Thanks again!

[@dagryffynhobby]

That sounds like a great trip!

[@lifewithroscoe6513]

VERY NICE. I use zip ties. This way, if I have to move the track then I can easily do so

[@dagryffynhobby]

Makes sense. I am moving track and I just slide a knife under the tie to release the caulk.

[@N_scale]

I am like you in that I have menards track and lots of postwar scale sized stuff as the majority not the latest stuff. But that mountain is so exaggerated I’d say get some plaster of Paris and plaster cloth and make it work it is very unique and covers the upper loop correctly

[@dagryffynhobby]

Thanks. One of the goals I set for this layout was to not use plaster at all. I hope to be able to carve the foam without a need for rock molds or plaster.

[@N_scale]

@@dagryffynhobby ok no prob did not realize

[@leewofford3737]

Are really watching your videos I hear watch the other videos and sometimes it was just too difficult to understand your videos please make it seem simple and answers a lot of my questions how big is my layout on some things you done with your mouth and stuff how to use your ideals and they work great keep up the good work Dave. Hope you still got shirts and we're getting ready to order about 2 or 3 of them. And thanks again Dave

[@dagryffynhobby]

I always try to make things as clear as I am able. If you questions on something, feel free to send me an email, my address is in the video description. I appreciate your support.

[@jub856]

Look at Dave showing off all his money with that expensive Yeti cup sitting there in the background.

[@dagryffynhobby]

Just like me to flaunt my wealth 😜 It was a free promotional item from a vendor at work.

[@mr.shadestrains6033]

:)🚂

[@genemanno1533]

I’m wondering why the roadbed when the entire top is foam. Shouldn’t that isolate the noise? Why not just glue the tracks to the top foam? Gonna use gravel for roadbed with maybe artificial ties anyway……no? I use cut down and stained popsicle sticks and dab of hot glue under center rail with future plans to add aquarium gravel. All tracks are screwed down over felt. I don’t notice excessive wheel/track noise. Not saying anything negative about your process, just don’t see reason for extra foam roadbed. The “O” tube track is already taller. That being one of the reasons I use 027 track. Interesting project you have been sharing.😊

[@dagryffynhobby]

I also prefer the profile of O27, I went with the hi rail because that’s what I could find new. The foam sheets are a hard foam and don’t do much to deaden the vibration/ noise. The softer roadbed does. It makes an obvious difference. I’ve tried to record it for a video but the microphone doesn’t pick it up properly. I do hope to add additional toes and ballast, but it is at its root still a toy train layout. I’m not concerned about the scale of it.

[@genemanno1533]

I also prefer to keep trains a “toy to play with” and also could care less about scale. After all Lionel trains were intended for kids and I’m just an old adult kid. The hands on is the best part. As to your point on new track, yes new or like new 027 is difficult to find in quantity. Most all of mine is used some better than others. And they are a mixture of Marx and Lionel plus a few K line.

[@dagryffynhobby]

@@genemanno1533 my upper loop is a mix of O27 like that. I wish I could have found more decent O27 track

[@TimMacPA]

Great tutorial, lot's of tips. I'm going to try it your way on my next loop.

[@dagryffynhobby]

Great 👍