Making Gordon | Caleb's Trains HO/OO

Hello all! Been away traveling the past couple of months, but back home again now and ready to get some more videos out! :) Gordon was a big challenge in a lot of ways, and I can't thank ‪@BrendenReis10‬ enough for his help.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction & Safety
0:29 Backstory
1:22 Beginnings
1:45 Tender
2:35 Painting
4:28 Chassis
6:16 Running
Materials:
Humbrol Filler
Tamiya Primer
Tamiya TS-10 French Blue
Tamiya TS-49 Bright Red
Super Glue
Tools:
Dremel 100
Body Shell/Running Board: @The_LBSC_thomas
Extra Bits: @jamostrainos
Faces: Rexecutions & Sudrian Junction
Printing: @TheTrainModeller
Logo: @BrendenReis10
Music:
🔵 Gordon's Theme -- • Thomas & Friends - Gordon
🎵 Cover by Luke Pickman -- / instrumentmaniac
#thomasthetankengine #Gordon #ttte
Thomas & Friends is property of Mattel. I am not endorsed nor affiliated with the company or the brand.
トーマスカスタムモデル Tōmasukasutamumoderu 機関車きかんしゃトーマス
Kikanshaki kan sha tōmasu thomas mesin tangki 托马斯坦克引擎
Tuōmǎsī tǎnkè yǐnqíng

[@TheUnluckyTug_official]

Your modelmaking and set-building skills are just impeccable. Those shots during the running sequence look like they could've been taken right out of the show. I swear each installment of this series improves more and more. Keep it up, Caleb!

[@ToastTheThe]

Woa it's him

[@James-ze7nu]

It's the unlucky tug

[@thomastheE2]

It’s the master of the railway

[@theamazingadventureofeduardo]

Hiiiii TUG!

[@claudeme_]

hello,are you dun tuggin

[@BriceGum138]

Gordon calling himself Big G always puts a smile on my face. Great model.

[@Calebtrain]

It's so silly I love it haha--thank you!

[@BriceGum138]

@@Calebtrain Thanks again!

[@usualblokeluke]

That shot of Gordon pulling the express through the countryside, absolutely stunning Really did awesome with this one in spite of all the obstacles Well done Caleb!

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed!

[@thesudriana016]

Your model of Big G himself looks so grand! One of my favorite custom models by you!

[@Calebtrain]

Finally got around to him! Thank you :)

[@UsefulEngine11]

I will admit I kind of find it funny when you struggle a little bit. But at the same time it's all worth it to see these beautiful models come together and Gordon is absolutely looking good. And now a fine strong engine like him can talk about how good of a job you did. Keep up the good work Caleb!

[@Calebtrain]

I'm glad my struggling can at least be entertaining! Thank you :)

[@stefanvalentino4484]

BIG G! I mean, GORDON! One of my favourite Thomas character's alongside Toby and Oliver. I absolutely love your videos. Seeing the creative process of any artistic project is such a delight to watch, and your Thomas model videos are no exception. I'm glad I've stuck around to see you improve as a creator. In fact, I think you were one of the first Thomas Creators I ever saw at a young age on KZbin, as I vaguely remember watching your remake of the final chase in TATMR, and it absolutely blew me away. And ever since I've gotten back into Thomas, I've really come invested with the series, one reason being users such as yourself, and I hope you continue to keep up the good work and inspire people to create their own projects relating to Thomas and his Friends. Also, this isn't related to this part video, but I'd like to sincerely apologize for the fact that I didn't respond to your reply to the comment I made on your Magic Railroad video, as it made it seem like I was rude or uncouth. Put simply, I had a load of question's or my own Hypothesis to add to the discussion, but I ultimately axed everything I was going to say, since it was too long winded. Not to mention, this was I time in my life where I lacked any motivation to do anything, and I ultimately didn't have the energy in me to make reply until now. Once again, I would just like to apologise once more for my negligence, as it really shouldn't have taken me this long to respond to your reply. In future, I'll be sure to respond to any replies you make to any comments I post to your videos. I'm always willing to share my thoughts relating to the discussion of any matter, and seeing how my viewpoint differs from others such as yourself.

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks so much for the kind comment, and there's absolutely no stress about responding! You're ALL good! :) Thanks for sticking around and glad you enjoyed!

[@stefanvalentino4484]

@@Calebtrain No problem. It's the least I can do to thank you for being a huge inspiration of mine in this fandom and I'm excited for what you have in store next.

[@TTTE_Guy]

The amount of effort you go through to make these models really shows beautiful work my man

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks for watching :)

[@EngineShedStudios]

YOURE BACK! And with a fantastic model too! I can’t even begin to imagine the frustration you felt putting this guy together. But for those running shots at the end, I’d say it was absolutely worth it. Can’t wait for more man!

[@Calebtrain]

Better late than never! Thanks so much, I'm definitely glad it's over and done with now haha

[@MasterMew13]

Who else has been waiting for Gordon to come out after we saw Henry, I personally haven’t stopped be excited about this model!

[@Calebtrain]

I'm glad your wait is over! :)

[@TobyOliverHenryFan]

4:52 😂😂😂 Perfect line you used there!

[@Calebtrain]

Couldn't resist!

[@trainstorm1225]

I definitely agree with ya on Gordon being the most difficult, he definitely isn’t a walk in the park for sure. 😅 Even so you managed to make one hell of a model! Incredible work here, brother! 💙

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks so much dude! Yeah he's been a difficult one so I'm glad to have him completed :)

[@merritttrainboy7716]

Fantastic model of Gordon.

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!

[@drevianedwardsproductions9244]

Gordon looks absolutely magnificent.

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!

[@Thomasfan8]

Gordon deserved that mugshot! Going through hell really paid off though, he looks absolutely stunning! 💙💙💙

[@Calebtrain]

Glad you liked that bit, had to have a bit of Barbie! Thanks Mike 💙

[@Thomasfan8]

@@Calebtrain that didn’t go unnoticed - nice touch! 🤣 He’s just Gordon.

[@RedPillow159]

Phenomenal job, Caleb. I know you struggled a lot through making him, but he looks wonderful!

[@Calebtrain]

Cheers dude!

[@Simba-1996]

Keep up the great work! I’m hoping to see our favorite tram with his faithful coach soon. You never fail to impress us with your amazing modeling skills!

[@michaelkoci9250]

Man, the amount of struggles and frustration you went through to make this amazing model is just... Wow. But it worked out in the end and he looks amazing! Can't wait to see the next installment.

[@Calebtrain]

It's all worth it in the end! Thank you :)

[@Murica3]

I had been waiting for this for so long

[@Calebtrain]

Glad that the wait is over now :)

[@Thomas__Blue]

The sets at the end of this are gorgeous omg, the vibe is immaculate, I could watch trains run on sets like that all day!

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks so much! When I finish with this series I may do a compilation of the running footage :)

[@SolventBirb]

YES I WAS WAITING SO EXITED TO WATCH❤

[@Calebtrain]

Yay!!

[@PowerPuppet]

Yes I have been waiting for gORDEN

[@Calebtrain]

Wait no longer!

[@TTTEoliverFan]

Phenomenal 👏👏👏👏

[@DZM0N]

It’s amazing that throughout the many obstacles during the build you didn’t once go “ Oh the indignity “ XD But still despite the obstacles the model still came out beautiful👍 you should do Toby next😎

[@Calebtrain]

Hahaha felt it was too obvious! Thank you, I plan to do Toby! :)

[@theamazingadventureofeduardo]

YOOO Your Gordon looks amazing! The struggles are well worth it!

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you :)

[@thetoontrain6073]

these models keep getting better and better. Great job, Caleb!

[@ZeldaTheSwordsman]

Splendid work on Gordon. I see you didn't go as far as BrendenReis10 did with the front bogie, but I honestly can't blame you; _I_ sure don't plan to go that far. I hope to get my Bachmann Gordon looking as good as this custom.

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks so much! Yeah I did consider it, but I really didn’t want to cut his pistons. Brenden’s Gordon is SUBLIME!! Good luck with your custom!

[@Nerfherder219]

It's always so satisfying to see the finished result. Great work, Caleb!

[@Calebtrain]

It makes the process worth it!

[@Enterprisingengine93]

According to my research, (and if my hypothesis is proven to be correct) I believe that Gordon is a big blue engine that knows everything. Hm hm. Also your model work is grand.

[@Calebtrain]

I trust your scientific findings, surely your hypothesis is true (and proven)!

[@homersimpson2873]

In my opinion Caleb this is probably your most ambitious model due to the complications of making him but the most unique looking one out of the fleet and one of my favourites you have made because I probably think it's your best model

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks so much for the kind comment! I'm glad to have done him now :)

[@bryantan863]

Nice job on your model of Gordon. He looks amazing dude.

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks man!

[@tankthehedgehog105]

Its Always Nice To See Your Videos! I Always Enjoy Watching The Journey Of Modeling! (I Also Finally Finished My Gauge 1 Henry And Gordon Projects!)

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you and congratulations on completing them!

[@tankthehedgehog105]

@@Calebtrain Sure Thing And Thank You!! Modeling Is Fun, But There Are Problems That Can Happen!

[@StationMasterJoe]

Great video, and your Gordon model looks amazing! It was nice to meet you at the Awdry Extravaganza 3 by the way!

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks Joe, it was great to meet you too! :)

[@LizzieTheLass]

He looks absolutely amazing! Cant wait to see who is next. I reckon a character who would be a massive challenge (if you ever decide to make her) is Lady, cause she isn’t really based on anything.

[@Calebtrain]

Lady would be an insane project!

[@LizzieTheLass]

@@Calebtrain Very true! But I reckon you could make her with ease and to a very accurate standard 💚

[@BluebellProductions323]

Certainly worth the wait! Great job Caleb.

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you! :)

[@TrainMadLadProductions]

Brand new calebtrain video I'm all in

[@darthknuxward3220]

So glad to see you back, love this series. Hope to see more episodes in the future. Perhaps Toby, Terrence, and some of the rolling stock?

[@Calebtrain]

I think you will be pleasantly surprised in the coming months :)

[@Soraino]

Finally you posted🥰🥰🥰

[@Jude-72]

It's all in the mind you know. Great video and model as always!

[@Calebtrain]

Very true--thank you!

[@visionarylocomotiveworks9703]

And thus the Famous Eight are now complete! Excellent work as always, Caleb. It seems a common thing that the big engines seem to bring along the most excruciating challenges towards completion, and Gordon is no exception, but he looks superb as do the rest of the fleet.

[@Calebtrain]

Almost complete...still have one more!! Thank you so much :)

[@BrendamBayProductions]

Beautiful work man!

[@Calebtrain]

Many thanks :)

[@JamesQuick-tq2eh]

Wow its so cool I love it

[@ABellEngine]

Gordon looks so good! He looks much better than the official Bachmann Gordon.

[@Calebtrain]

Many thanks!

[@Alextrains502]

Love your videos and engines

[@Calebtrain]

Thank You!

[@Caledonianpug]

Okay but why does he look amazing? You are so talented probably the most talented thomas youtuber

[@Calebtrain]

There's too much talent in this fandom to measure it!

[@zakthemrconductor5920]

Your Gordon is outstanding and it was definitely worth the effort 😃👍

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks so much! :)

[@JustinFrazier_360]

That's amazing

[@Calebtrain]

:D

[@rodimussupreme2329]

You absolutely now need to do a Caleb’s Trains on the Express Coaches.

[@Calebtrain]

They may have to get a moment to themselves!

[@karenfan010]

now all we need is toby and then we’ll have the eight famous engines.

[@Calebtrain]

He's on the way!

[@JohnnyKobayakawaTV]

Bravo! Your Gordon model looks astonishing and Grand!

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks so much! :D

[@thomasfan9517]

Babe wake up Caleb just made a new video

[@DavidTheNickjrFan2003]

Amazing

[@alexis_ianf]

Its been awhile since I've last watched your who to make your video's. Man after watching this I'm kind of intimidated making a TVS accurate Gordon and I've yet to buy a Bachmann one too! I've decided to pushback bigger engines like Gordon and Henry for now and foucs on smaller engines! I'm currently eyeing Ben for Chirstmas after buying Bill for my Birthday last June.

[@Calebtrain]

I definitely think the smaller ones are easier to begin with before the big guys haha, Bill must be lonely without Ben!

[@alejo08261]

Wow this is amazing

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!

[@danedunford7250]

A fine piece of work 👍 Caleb you can rest then make your next train. (Jame's runaway) The two engines came in side by side. Sir topham hatt: a fine piece of work, James you can rest then take your train

[@Calebtrain]

Nice reference! Thank you :)

[@MiguelTheMan]

The galloping sausage has made his debut! :)

[@Calebtrain]

He finally made it!

[@thomaspixarmarvelfan]

I’m currently working on Thomas and Edward right now. Caleb I can’t tell you how helpful these videos are! Although I hand paint some of the lining as long as their just straight lines. The Tamiya masking tape really helps when it comes to this. Luckily I went to office max and they are able to print transparent stickers for the curved lines and number. After Thomas and Edward are completed, I’ll be getting Gordon’s body shell next. I don’t have a 3D printer so I simply buy mine off Shapeways where the body shells are printed from plastic. I’ll be making a showcase video on Thomas and Edward once they’re finished. I’ll be sure to give a shoutout to you and Brenden for your videos and how they helped me make my models!

[@sodorworkshoptrackmaster2251]

It looks so amazing 😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤

[@Calebtrain]

Many thanks :)

[@KameronCousin]

Awesome job, Caleb! Gordon looks spectacular! 👌

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!!

[@thebigengine]

Another amazing model! Even though I have no idea who he is. I quite obviously never heard of this bloke

[@Calebtrain]

some rando, yeah you've definitely never heard of him

[@HenryTube2011]

This is great!

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!

[@HenryTube2011]

@@Calebtrain you’re welcome Big G

[@sodormanstudios]

Gordon looks absolutely amazing!

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!

[@ExpressRhubarb]

an absolute beauty of a model! really well done mate! Buffers chipping are a major pain especially when they crack in an awkward shape!

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks Tom! Would you believe his front buffer chipped as well while filming! Might need to find some metal replacements!

[@rottenroads1982]

Ooooooooohhhhhh YEAH!!!!! Gordon is Now Complete!

[@Calebtrain]

Finally!

[@buzzytrombone4353]

Can’t wait to see how you handle Toby

[@Calebtrain]

Still figuring it out! 😟

[@Alextrains502]

Looks good

[@S.L.F-G1]

I like that weathering on gordon! always a fan of your models

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you very much! :)

[@Planetkid32]

Worth it. Totally worth it. 🔥💙

[@Calebtrain]

Glad you think so :)

[@KENNY_NASCAR24]

OUT STANDING WORK BRO 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!!

[@kingparker42]

5:25 The perfect CGI series voice line to use

[@Notsobritishdude88]

Epic video!

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!

[@LBSC70]

He looks amazing

[@yanhongchuang608]

yes of course

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!

[@theholygamer969]

"Uh, Charlie, someone left their goods train on my line... I think." "That's not a goods train, Gordon, that's Percy... "...wait, PERCY?!?"

[@Calebtrain]

:0

[@OragamiTobichi-bi6lh]

Yey gorden. Gorden is also my favorite train. Keep being awesome ur trains are amazing. I wish i had ur talent to make trains like that.

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you, it's definitely something anyone can learn, just takes some practice n' patience. :)

[@handfulmacaroni]

caleb, your work never ceases to amaze me. quick question though, do you think youll go over the painting process for the faces in a future video?

[@Calebtrain]

If that's something people are interested in I could do that!

[@Kipper03]

My boy!!!

[@BigLightning4360]

Welcome back. Must have been a lot of work to do Gordon's model, like how Wilbert Awdry had to make an easy model of Thomas for his son Christopher. Hopefully, things will go much better when you finally refurbish Toby's model, then you'll have the 7 core characters completed.

[@Calebtrain]

It definitely was a lot of work--Toby will be next! :)

[@philsheridan3181]

I love it

[@YoniAzrad]

I KNEW YOU WOULD MAKE GORDON!😁

[@Calebtrain]

Had to! :)

[@KnapfordMaster98]

The coal shute details really elevate the look so much. Awesome set design here as well. Feels very TATMR.

[@Calebtrain]

Thanks so much! I'll be getting to their cabs as well...eventually

[@thomasfan2587]

You Gordon model is officially my favorite model that you have made

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!

[@JBWalkerStudios]

“Pull yourself together Big G” 😂. I dont know if you were going for a TATMR style with these models but it sure feels like you have. I love these models my friend, keep up the great work!

[@Calebtrain]

TATMR is definitely a huge influence on their look :)

[@Wildcatt1999]

He's BACK!

[@Calebtrain]

It's been too long!

[@partyup210productions7]

That Gordon model looks stunning! now we have the tender engines united trio

[@Calebtrain]

They're all together now!

[@Mr.Neil1]

YES YES YES YES YES

[@Calebtrain]

WOOOO

[@Thomasremakes55]

Long wait but was worth it. My guess for the next model is gonna be Toby or Oliver. I’m just so happy on how he looks!

[@Calebtrain]

One of those is correct!

[@Thomasremakes55]

@@Calebtrain :)

[@danedunford7250]

It's my pleasure caleb your trains are fantastic and beautiful

[@joshuaW5621]

Congrats on the accurate TV Series Gordon model.

[@SodorsEngines_official]

Other than the face this model is Amazing!! 10/10

[@SuddyMuggy]

Gorgeous

[@donaldscottishengine]

express coming through!

[@sonicthehedgehog7115]

Request: Making Toby | Caleb’s Trains HO/OO

[@CTTE06]

YoU fInAlLy MaDe ThE bIG g!!!!1!1!1!1!111!!!

[@estherchelenecharles6091]

It’s here 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Calebtrain]

Better late than never!

[@amitysluzara2022]

Gordon really is the pride of the line this is beautiful

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you!

[@amitysluzara2022]

@@Calebtrain only speaking the truth :D

[@thomasthetrain5317]

never thought id hear the angry grandpa music on a Thomas the tank video lol awesome job on gordon he looks amazing

[@AlecWheelweld]

HE'S GLORIOUS!!!!

[@Calebtrain]

Thank you! :)

[@AlecWheelweld]

@@Calebtrain you're welcome! :3

[@Spotlightrheneas]

Sweet

[@leviboi8634]

3:28 4:21 4:48 Now THAT'S a triple yikes.. This one probably had the most funny moments of all of them so far if i'm gonna be honest! but the model was probably the second most stressful one to make, it might even rival....the incident... But the model itself, once again turned out AMAZING!

[@Calebtrain]

I'm glad that you enjoyed this one! Definitely a number of things to overcome with this model.

[@MemoryPlushMan]

I would understand why Gordon would give you a lot of trouble so..I feel you bro 😔

[@Calebtrain]

He's just Like That™

[@S.C.RuffeyGuy]

Bro looks so epic in the thumbnail

[@Calebtrain]

he's having a Big G moment

[@S.C.RuffeyGuy]

Yessir