Model Train Channel. Is it Worth it?

How much did I earn from KZbin my first year? How long it took me to get monetized, sharing some analytics, and Lynn McCurdy & the HDMMRC stops in for a visit.
@lynnmccurdythehdmmrc2561
@HumancityJunction with Heath mentioned.
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#classicmodeltrains
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@classicmodeltrains
My second channel mentioned link below.
@RonsClassicRVs

[@danshobbies13]

My videos aren’t about making money. It’s about educating and having fun. I have a full time job as a truck driver to support my model train hobby 😂 But it’s guys like you that inspire me to make content for fun.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Yup my full time job supports my train habit for sure.

[@normfredriksen1381]

"I wonder what all the poor people are doing today?" 😂 I'm still laughing. Another great vid and I'll be watching diligently in the future. You're an excellent teacher whose passion should garner you even more subscribers. I've watched others doing these repairs and maintenance on old and forgotten trains but none compare to your dedication and down to earth presentations. Big 👍's up.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you Norm for your kind words :-)

[@frankmarkovcijr5459]

Nice puppies so floofy.

[@classicmodeltrains]

They shed year around it seems :-)

[@colestrains1]

Ron, you have something lots of channels try to do but end up failing at doing. And that’s having character! You have a unique sense of humor and it makes your videos watchable

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you very much for that!!!

[@lynnmccurdythehdmmrc2561]

Wow🎉 what a story and congrats. So glad I could be a small part of it. Many many thanks

[@classicmodeltrains]

You are a great Feller Lynn!! Glad you stopped by.

[@theplumber33]

Lynn!!!! With the greatest beard! Nice! Congratulations!!! Thanks for the tips!!!! 💯🫵☝️✌️

[@classicmodeltrains]

Glad you liked it!!

[@joepirrone1003]

Your channel is one of my favorites. I am into O scale but all your repair videos are informative and I take something away from them all. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you Joe!!

[@Cbtrainnut]

BTW, love the clean cut look! You look 10 years younger!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Oh thank you!

[@zendoargos4988]

I really enjoy the channel and congratulations on the success and hopefully you continue to grow and have fun with it. The hobby needs people like you with all of the high dollar super detailed true to prototype models out there these days that cost $$$$$$$$$$ it is great to see someone with skills and passion showing people how to clean up and repair a lot of the older models that people can still afford. Nothing against the new stuff, but if you want to run a locomotive wide open and see if you can make it fly off the track do you want to do it with a $20 locomotive or a $700 locomotive?

[@jimmyseaver3647]

I loved assembling model kits as a kid and a good chunk of my rolling stock comes from Athearn Blue Box, Roundhouse, Accurail, or '90s-era Walthers. Good way to pass an afternoon while being nostalgic over an era I never got to live in.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you!

[@lawrenceechols6453]

Well Ron Yes you're definitely doing a good job I thank you for your videos keep them coming brother I enjoy every minute of them and also remember Dad always said don't screw with the little guy so be careful have fun man look forward to the next one thank you

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you Lawrence!!

[@RayBoebel]

Great video Ron! Very cool that Lynn stopped by. He has sent me a few things over the past year. Funny thing here, my channel has been up since Dec 2014. I really think it has alot to do with topic , presentation and personality. I know that I lack in the first 2 categories. I do this for fun and have met some great folks over the years. One of these days, I will get there. Just like the railroad itself, this is a hobby. I have fun and hope that those who catch me enjoy, have fun and maybe come away with something they didnt know

[@classicmodeltrains]

Hello Ray! Yes it looks like you are having lots of good times when you do video's. Always giggling and upbeat!!

[@matchboxcustomsandrestos]

It wasnt cars and girls that stopped my train addiction. In Nov. 1983, we had a house fire. From 1971 when I got my first train set to that point I had been collecting Lionel and American Flyer. Post war stuff. In 81 I got into HO and N scales. I saved alot of my money and bought lot of my stuff at yard sales and flea markets. Had family and friends giving me things too. Total loss on the house. Nothing survived. I got discouraged. For the last 10 years I have been trying to replace everything. Been a hard road. Still a long way from what I had. I love the hobby.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Sorry to hear you lost your collection to a house fire. Very Sad :-( I am glad to hear you have stayed in there hobby and rebuilding your collection!!

[@philipgordon2161]

I have several you tube channels I watch on trains, but I have to admit I enjoy yours the most! Congratulations and I look forward to many many more!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you very much Philip :-)

[@richd9505]

Congratulations to you and long life. Great show.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you very much!

[@regisbraga3833]

Congratulations my Friend! You really deserve the sucess that you achieved. Continue doing your great, informative and funny videos! All the best for you Ron! And - please - show the stuff that you received from the Californian buddy, ok?

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Regis. I will sort out the stuff and put it in the next video

[@elsdp-4560]

Thank you for sharing. 🍺🍺👍

[@classicmodeltrains]

You bet

[@choo-choosam]

Hey Ron! My name is Sam. I have been fixing up my old HO scale trains, some of them I have had since my childhood. I’m a former addict of the substance that was featured in the popular TV show “Breaking Bad”… I am clean now, and I really enjoy watching your videos! They have motivated me to get back into the hobby again, at a time when I needed something constructive to do more than anything. Thank you Ron!!!

[@czwij]

good luck dude.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Hello Sam! Thanks for sharing your story with me. I'm glad you've gotten back into the hobby and you have something to keep you mind busy and clean. I'm glad I've been able to "help" you out on your journey.

[@suppylarue220]

the IRS is all ears and thanks you too.🕴👂

[@classicmodeltrains]

I'm sure KZbin will send me a 1099 form

[@suppylarue220]

@@classicmodeltrains even if y.t. doesn't, a.i and all the modern acronyms march down the yellow brick road arm in arm, to stir their cauldron; scooping out your 1040 to make sure everything fits squarely like an old Varney kit*.🚂🚃 *with a little help from X-Acto.

[@MozanaRN]

I have been with you for over a year now as a subscriber. I have enjoyed all your videos and hope you continue putting out the retro repairs of DC equipment as they are for me the core of our hobby. Every time a new video comes out I can't wait to watch it. And yes I do take away a lot of information that you share and use this in the maintenance and repairs of my collection which is truly inspired by your efforts. Thank you and congratulations!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you very much for your kind words and supporting my channel.

[@user-tr3py5nz2j]

I’ve learned a lot from you, Ron, over the past year, as you repaired the locos. Thanks for all your efforts and I look forward to more videos.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Many thanks!

[@joeystrains.9316]

Congratulations! Six foot seven!? I bet no one laughs at you when you tell them about your hobby! Great video!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Yes! Thank you!

[@HumancityJunction]

Definitely don’t become a Model Railroad KZbinr for the money. But you are doing the research, putting in the time, and the results are showing.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Hello Heath, Yes its a slow crawl to the middle.

[@rickestabrook4987]

Hey Ron, I'd always hope your YT income grows, but I hope you do it more for the love of trains, teaching, sharing, entertainment. Well done.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Yes but a paycheck is always nice :-)

[@mikeyanello3664]

Your the best Ron.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Mike :-)

[@manshedrailroad]

Thanks for sharing. Watching you work on locos is like watching the late Steve Irwin wrestle crocodiles. Totally awesome! Happy 1 year monetized!!!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks for watching!!

[@henryszubielski8601]

Ron I enjoy your video's. You keep it simple and entertaining. Thanks. 😊 And, congratulations!

[@classicmodeltrains]

I appreciate that Henry!

[@TimsBitsnPieces]

Ron, keep up the great work and it shows... congrats..

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Tim!

[@stom5292]

Love the channel, I stop in daily to see what's new.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks for supporting my channel!!

[@johnbanicki7232]

Glad to see the channel is doing so well. One of my favorites. Hoping to be able to watch your videos for a long time. Nice of Lynn to bring you a bunch of stuff! Amazing the great people in this hobby.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you John. I'm hoping to keep producing them for a long time. This hobby has a lot of really great people

[@326dad]

Congrats and keep up the great work !

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you!

[@bradwb6192]

Nice little twist to the channel's ongoing story. I keep looking in on Cousin Ron. Did we forget something???

[@classicmodeltrains]

Hello M.C. Been filming something for the RV channel. been so hot hard to work outside

[@mjamesb66]

Great video. I hope you get lots of views, and thanks for sharing that info. I hope you continue to enjoy making videos to entertain us. Looking forward to your next one.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you!!

[@enriquemireles8947]

Congratulations Ron enjoy your videos, and thank you for your honest information.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks and welcome

[@Nathan5Chime]

I guess don't quit your day job but that is not bad. You do a great job on your repairs and videos. Very interesting.

[@classicmodeltrains]

nope! Cant retire from the day job quit yet.

[@williamsantangelo]

Ron congratulations on this great channel, always watching! A Fan 🤩

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks so much William :-)

[@thelazyfishkeeper2730]

hey ron, any hobby is expensive. but you were able to help pay for it with your you tube channel. but you can't put a price on the hobby you love. the quirky humor you bring to the screen as you refurbish the trains is what keeps folks coming back to watch. and you show how any one with a steady hand can repair a train set. my hope is one day you will set up a train in the kitchen just to see your wife's reaction. lol be sure to have many cameras rolling.

[@classicmodeltrains]

The little lady would be quite upset if I invaded her kitchen area. I don't want to upset the cook :-)

[@ecidaho]

Congrats Ron! Glad to hear all your stats!! Keep up the great work! I really appreciate all the hard work you put in you videos! All the best! Your right Billings is always 5 hours away!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks again Erick!! Yup just a short drive :-)

[@AEStudt]

Congratulations Ron well deserved

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you :-)

[@irenecraggs6123]

nice video Ron looking forward seeing the videos on pre fly wheel athearn repairs keep them coming👍

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you!!

[@ruagoof2]

Congrats Ron on makin all them thar numbers....Keep up the great work and all the informative videos.... Rich...

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you Rich :-)

[@darrenrawlinson6344]

It's no surprise you're doing great. Your a fun guy with a great on-screen persona, fixin' the good stuff in an educational and entertaining way! Heck, i started buying American models because of you! 👍

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Darren for your kind words!! To bad our American models are all manufactured off shore :-/

[@stevenwaller192]

Hey Congratulations Ron. I am enjoying your videos and sense of humor! I look forward to your future videos. Also I really enjoyed the DC/DCC power and the volt and amp gauge videos. Your tuning up rolling stock hit the nail on the head. Though I new this information, I saw value and shared it with a friend who was coming back into the hobby.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Steven for your support!

[@GNSDP45]

It's been fun to see your work. It's interesting and worthwhile. Keep up the good work!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you very much!

[@rubenernestocarvajalgutier2417]

Felicidades Ron por el éxito de tú canal en KZbin,desde lejos admiro y sigo tu trabajo y tu pasión por volver a la vida estas viejas locomotoras que tantos recuerdos nos traen de nuestra infancia,sigue así Ron y saludos para ti y muchas felicitaciones por tu canal que entretiene y enseña sobre este hermoso hooby,saludos para ti desde chile 🇨🇱

[@classicmodeltrains]

Muchas gracias señor por sus amables palabras sobre mi canal. Me alegra mucho que estés disfrutando de los episodios y que tengas grandes recuerdos de tu infancia. Saludos desde Montana, Estados Unidos de América :-)

[@luvindemtrains]

Great information and much appreciated.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks!!

[@grandparails8858]

I got to meet Lynn earlier this at the Ventura County Train Show. He's a great person!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Yeah he mentioned to me that he met you. Super nice Feller he is.

[@footienz]

Well done mate, CMT is certainly one of my favourite channels !

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you so much!!

[@Cbtrainnut]

Amazing Ron. Congratulations on your success! Do you have any recommendations on where I can learn editing. You do and awesome job with your videos and I want to be just like you when I grow up. I’m 66 now. So I still have a few years before I do. Lol. Keep ‘Em running!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks CB. I use iMovie as a editor. It comes free with apple products. I watched a lot of tutorials on editing and then just started in on it. You have to learn as you go. The more you do the better you will get. I'm 55 this year and also waiting to see what I will be when I grow up also :-)

[@Cbtrainnut]

@@classicmodeltrains thanks Ron, I have an Imac27 so I will start learning today. You’re the best brother! Hope we get to meet someday. Being in Ohio I don’t get out that way .

[@BriansModelTrains]

Good luck Ron! You have a unique, informative and enjoyable to watch chanel.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you kindly!

[@jasonmarkum171]

Always enjoy your videos, you do a great job! Educational, entertaining, and just plain fun to watch. Keep up the good work buddy!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks so much Jason :-)

[@jackseamon7064]

Congrats on your prosperity, but more importantly, congrats on being such a hit in a short amount of time.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Jack!

[@jeffsikes5312]

COGRATS BUDDY !!.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Jeff!!

[@robertwagner734]

Love your channel! Found when looking for repairing Lionel zw last year, have been subscribed ever since. Thank you for your down to earth outlook. Again great channel, I appreciate all the hard work you’ve put in .👍🏻

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you for the compliments Robert and the Sub!!

[@traviscurlutu7723]

Love your vids. I do what you do fix up old model trains. Nothing else like pure mechanical things that can be brought back to life with some simple cleaning and minor part replacements. Don't get to do it as much as I like do to my job.( I'm a real life locomotive engineer) so I get to run and mess with the 1to1 scale stuff as well as my model ones. Hope you do well keep up the good work!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks for your kind words. Pretty cool you get to "pilot" the big ones!!

[@Mike__B]

Loved the video, gives a feeling for what does what on the youtube universe as they typically are not very forthcoming about saying how much you make. But knowing you it's not about how much money you make it's about sharing the wealth of knowledge that you have with others knowing that watching a video you made may end up helping someone else out there. And hey you made just over $4k in a year doing something you love to do, that's basically a nice tip, now go buy yourself something nice :)

[@classicmodeltrains]

Yes a lot of people have told me Ive gave them new inspiration for old trains. Lots of good stories have come my way from people. If I buy something nice I will just break it accidentally of course. :-)

[@willardmcnutt2520]

Enjoy your videos especially the cleaning and repair ones

[@classicmodeltrains]

Glad you like them!

[@thomasdecker7631]

I appreciate your channel as I have a smattering of the old stuff you work on- Mantua, athearn, Lifelike Prto, Bacmann, etc. There's a lot of useful knowledge here.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Glad your enjoying them Thomas

[@user-jn5jr2df1g]

Congratulations Ron I enjoy your work.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you

[@ScottTaipaleRail]

You have enthusiasm for what you do, thats a big thing. There's more than a few out there that sound bored out of their minds doing the hobby. No kidding about low hourly rate... I do railfan videos and make comparable money but every trip out to shoot costs at minimum a tank of gas and a nice meal for the family so thats 150 right off the top!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Sounds like you also get some Family time together. Hopefully the Little Lady and the Young-uns enjoy it as much as you do Scott.

[@user-sx2qf2dj6q]

Hey, Rpn, I enjoy your entertaining and informational videos. They are the best of all along with the kid from Canada.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you!

[@ronaldsnell1503]

You are great 👍 Enjoy ALL YOUR VIDEOS 😊

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you so much Ronald!! 😀

[@TwoRailfans]

Just starting your video now, but I already know they didn’t pay enough. We’ve learned a lot from you. Keep up the great content!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks for your support !!

[@franktino6676]

Hi Ron ! This video you did here was great. It put it all together into perspective! Every now and then it is good to go outside the box and raise up that awareness of what it all takes !

[@classicmodeltrains]

Glad you enjoyed it Frank!

[@PirateChiefPC1]

Well done again Ron, and Congrats to you. I enjoy watching your content, and I also enjoy your in front of the camera time. Your sense of humor and personality are a big draw to your channel! I'm staying tuned....

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks PirateChief for your kind words and support of my channel :-)

[@bensmodelrailroad]

Love the video! I’m glad your making money off of this, you deserve it! That’s crazy on average it takes 2 years. I’m working on 1K, I’m doing well because I started this year… Love them Shepherds! 😂😂🐕🐕

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks so much Ben! Good luck on your channel also :-)

[@bensmodelrailroad]

@@classicmodeltrains Your welcome!

[@caboosech]

Great job on your videos

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Dave!!

[@bobbymartinezvergara9130]

CONGRATULATIONS

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you Bobby!!

[@rickestabrook4987]

Ron, I watch your channel for the information, but what really keeps me coming back is your unique entertainment "value." Your dry wit, unpretentious commentary, and "let's see" exploration make each video time well spent. But please don't let all that money change you. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Rick for your kind words. Nope the money won't change me. My Man puts my pants on one leg at a time just like everybody else ;-D

[@normancoreyBuildingTrains]

Hello Ron.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Hello Norman!!

[@silvertrain7945]

I had wanted to look you up while I was in Montana. The schedule was very tight, but maybe next time. Congratulations on your success with the channel! I have thought about starting a channel as well, but things have been so busy. Keep the videos coming!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks!

[@aaronl_trains_and_planes]

I've got enough watches within a couple months. It's the subs that I don't have enough of. I've got 1 video with over 191K views and several 10K plus videos. Guess I need to up my game to get more subs. Congrats on your channel!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you! WOW 191K!! great numbers there for sure!!

[@RcDescubriendo-S]

Very cool video and interesting stuff!!!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you once again for a nice review!!

[@mypugsdad5366]

great videos keep up the good work. Love um

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you! Will do!

[@w.rustylane5650]

Your videos are keeping this 72 year old man occupied. Cheers from eastern TN

[@classicmodeltrains]

I see you are making your rounds to a lot of them. Thanks for watching and commenting on them!!

[@tmscheum]

Must be popular in East TN. Jonesborough TN here? George Carter RR Museum?

[@crewleaderprods]

Us poor people are watching your videos helping you rake in those big bucks 😅

[@classicmodeltrains]

hopefully in a few more years I can break even :-)

[@DennisMurphey]

Well that explains my problem with Frankentrain Laboratories channel, I am bashful, I don't know how to edit videos, I am too bust designing parts, or building trains to edit or polish of fuss about light, sound etc. So far it's okay, I use my allowance to pay for the work I do. Sometimes I actually sell parts to viewers and that all get plowed back in. Maybe one day or maybe not. It is Fine. You take care and keep up the good work. Dennis in Virginia.

[@classicmodeltrains]

takes awhile to get used to talking naturally to a camera and a empty room. Practice makes perfect!! Thanks for your kind words Dennis

[@gbwdude]

I debated whether or not to pursue monetization, but for me since model railroading is a hobby for fun I'd hate to make it into something I dread. Like when I worked for the railroad, I started part of my layout... but at the end of the day it was still dealing with two rails. So I worked on my old trucks more.

[@classicmodeltrains]

I hear exactly what your saying there. :-)

[@williamruss8830]

nice dogs your good at what your doing

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you William :-). Thanks for supporting my channel!!

[@SantaFeBob]

You deserve the recognition and payment because your channel is unique, entertaining and educational. Good for you! I look forward to every video. Take care.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you so much Bob 😊

[@riotinferno]

Hey Ron! Would it be interesting at all to do a video on tips & tricks to selling trains on ebay? Thanks for your hard work!

[@classicmodeltrains]

I have thought about that already. Have some notes going and idea's in my head. Possibly this coming winter I will put it into production :-)

[@johnknippenberg-LandmarkYards]

Great vid, thanks!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks John!!

[@keepamericayisraelgreat5708]

If it is any constellation, I wouldn't be working on my newly required Train Sets or even have gotten back into having trains back in my life, there I said it......

[@classicmodeltrains]

You Mom was right. I am a bad influence :-)

[@johnhood9567]

I really enjoy your channel.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you John!!

[@johnhood9567]

@@classicmodeltrains very welcome! I have been having great fun upgrading my $2 freight cars using your "evergreen" post on that theme as a guide. I actually had picked up 2 of those silver TYCO quad hoppers in VGN markings just like on the title page there, and I've done 'em both up, now I'm working on a west virgina coal mine scene, got some Virginian locos that are honeys and a bunch more VGN hoppers - very grateful for the inspiration!

[@LifeOfRiley2166]

I really enjoyed the video and openess. I knew a man who made money on side for model railroading building layouts and custom decorating shells. This is an old skool approach.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you!

[@LifeOfRiley2166]

@@classicmodeltrains if you ever plan on being in the Chicago area for a bit give me holler.

[@classicmodeltrains]

@@LifeOfRiley2166 I have never traveled that far east but if I do, thanks for the invite :-)

[@LifeOfRiley2166]

@@classicmodeltrains there are several great railroad museums and train clubs etc.

[@frankrowland63]

I'm having a super hard time finding parts like comutator springs and brushes. Also finding schematics

[@classicmodeltrains]

Yes them parts are tough depending on what brand your working on. Google serves me well for schematics

[@tmscheum]

Feed the algorithm! Like, subscribe, and comment!!!!!!

[@classicmodeltrains]

Yes please! ;-)

[@charlesyonk4315]

Ron, I always enjoy your videos, I'm just starting a layout after years of interest.. all dc. Dcc is great, but I'm enjoying dc. Thanks for your videos, glad that you made a whopping $7.00 + and now Unkle Sa wants his cut😢..

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Charlie :-)

[@charlesyonk4315]

Ron, I've gotten some Model Trains etc. magazines from tge 50's , 60's and a few from the early 50's. Not all in the best condition (covers missing ) but intact. If you are interested in them, I'll give them to you. Rough guess, 20 or so copies.

[@73lemontwistcuda]

I lived in the high desert cal city. Road the Tehachapi loop on flat bead

[@classicmodeltrains]

Cool!!

[@user-vv3nn4jc3w]

Hi Ron…I enjoy your videos very much…been out of the hobby for 30 years, now trying to get back with it…looking for your store on EBay…cannot seem to find it…any hints…best wishes from eastern Ontario…

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you for the nice words. I dont have a eBay store. I sell on eBay under the username classicmodeltrains. currently I just have 1 non railroad type item listed. In all the video descriptions is a link to my eBay seller page.

[@tommysager138]

Good work by you. I watched this clip twice, so maybe I helped you make an extra 25cents. 😃

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thank you Tommy. The current pay schedule is $7.00 per thousand views.

[@kencole8104]

Hi ron it's ken it's not the channel people like it's you😊

[@classicmodeltrains]

Hello Ken, Thanks!!

[@billfusionenterprise]

next video, how much is left after the IRS gets done

[@classicmodeltrains]

Yup. I will be 30% poorer :-)

[@raysrails2164]

The dead air , I hear you .????? Thanks.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Not making reference to anybody’s channel in particular. Just some train vids I’ve seen have a lot of dead air :-)

[@n4pwx]

Congrats Ron I loved the video. Loan me a few dollars? LOL.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Thanks Dennis!!

[@czwij]

I also wonder where the viewers might be from. I, for one, am writing this from Prague, Czech Republic (I am a Canadian living here since the 90's). What states and countries are other viewers from? Ineteresting to know where the bulk of viewers are.

[@classicmodeltrains]

Prague? Very Cool. Ive had Fellers tell me New Zealand , Australia, Brazil, Germany, Canada, India, former Yugoslavia, this KZbin thing really gets around :-)

[@regisbraga3833]

There’s one from Brazil at least: me!😊

[@CannonCountry]

I hope the numbers have bumped up this year. Hope you are at least making $8/hour now 😅

[@classicmodeltrains]

Might be up to $8.55 ;-)

[@CannonCountry]

@@classicmodeltrains even better Get your self a good CPA and write off all the “production expenses”

[@PetesPrettyGoodTrains]

Any tips on getting more relaxed in front of the camera?

[@classicmodeltrains]

It took me 15-20 video's before I started relaxing. It's nice when you get people commenting on your vid's. then you know your not talking into just a camera, your actually talking to people watching. Practice and practice will get you loosened up I guess I would say :-)

[@MoosesWorkshop]

Started my channel in 2008 and still have not been able to get monetized. Just can not seem to get the views.😢

[@classicmodeltrains]

Sorry to hear that. Time to change up the format?

[@georgiahex7387]

Do you or have you created your own rail line? If so, what would you do

[@georgiahex7387]

I did. It was a blast.

[@classicmodeltrains]

I have not. My town is Daviston, served by the U.P.

[@georgiahex7387]

I would love to see what your personal rail line would be. Would it be steam or diesel. What would the color scheme be and the potential name

[@classicmodeltrains]

@@georgiahex7387 I model U.P. transition period. Nothing after 1963. Small town USA

[@kencole8104]

Without you, the channel would be like every other channel, not worth s***😮

[@classicmodeltrains]

Glad I bring so much to the table.