How to Raise Steam in a Locomotive at Peter's Railway

[@user81069]

The level of detail is unbelievable. Thanks for sharing.

[@PetersRailway]

I am glad you enjoyed the detail - that is what makes it fun, I think... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@cyrusaverell3494]

I have no idea why youtube recommended this, but the video was fantastically interesting

[@PetersRailway]

I also have no idea why the youtube algorithm has picked up my videos and shown them to so many people. But I am so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@antiussentiment]

On a scale of disconnected boredom to joyful interest, this video was an 11.

[@PetersRailway]

That is the best comment so far!!!! Thank you, Chris. If you would like to know more about the books I write please see www.petersrailway.com

[@Starlord_cheeeezeeee]

The on the scale of disconnected got me😂

[@hansmatthia32]

It’s 3.46 am and I’m still up

[@kentrobison588]

HI from AUSTRALIA How is Alf Garnet?. SEND an A4 to Oz and try some real hills

[@PortsmouthCherokee]

Disconnected boredom...jesus are you in prison....

[@MancAlB]

I cannot believe I just watched this full video, what a brilliant little machine that is - and a super explanation!

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you liked it and thanks for the lovely comment! Now I will have to make some more videos out on the little railway - the next one will be about how to drive it. There are quite a few controls... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@clxudzYT]

All I see is a human being enjoying an amazing hobby - no hate, no negativity, just enjoying life - lovely to watch!:)

[@PetersRailway]

Yes, if everyone in the world had a good hobby, there would be so much less trouble and strife!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@patrickwilliams2530]

The finish on this live steam locomotive is amazing. The build looks perfect : that's a very beautifull loco. Well done. I can't even imagine the tools needed and the hours spent on this little machine.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comment. Yes, it took some eight years to build using traditional engineering tools and machines. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Thomasbellard]

😊

[@TheBaldr]

A few years ago, I watched someone prep a full size steam locomotive for service and didn't really understand what he was doing. This was very informative and easy to follow.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your comment and for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@richardwindsor2770]

My son (5) and I watch your videos every evening before bed. A beautiful engine and so interesting to see how it works.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you very much! I will be making some more films during the summer. Hope you like them…. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@xaqxiq9281]

That engine is just breathtaking, absolutely brilliant.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comment! I am going to make a video about driving it, and all the controls. However, I will wait until the weather is a bit warmer!... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Sunburn2007]

Exceptionally functional and detailed locomotive. Everything works. Everything has to be actually maintained. Never seen anything like it.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your lovely comments about the engine. I made it to be a model to enjoy looking at, but at the same time to be able to work really hard. The bearing surfaces are made of the correct metals etc. However, there is still quite a lot of work to keep it in good running order, so in that way it is very much like the original machine!! Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@AndreiTupolev]

I love the attention to detail with the tea can and mugs on the shelf above the firebox door ☺

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you, I am glad you noticed them. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@kaibroeking9968]

What a neat model! The motions look superb, and even the details simply could not be any better. I half expected you to top up that enamel tea pot as well!

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for watching. Yes, I will have to try a mini cup of tea on a future video!!!…. Chris Ps, if you would like to know more about the books I write, there’s lots of info at petersrailway.com

[@charleskendall5972]

i love the little drivers seat!!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you, it took quite a while to make it. Thanks for watching, Chris. @@charleskendall5972

[@mplsmark222]

Years ago I visited the live steam club out by Gary Indiana. They had live stream trains of various gauges even a little full size narrow gauge. A beautiful gasoline powered Zephyr too. But of all the trains I saw and rode on, the steam loco of the in this video gauge was my favorite. The way is sounded and felt was so satisfying. Fascinating hobby, I am in awe of the time and talent it takes to build and run these marvelous little machines.

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you liked the video. Yes, there is something special about this size of model steam locomotive. There is certainly a lot of time and effort which goes into building one. Then, afterwards, there's always a bit of maintenance to do. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@buffplums]

How on earth do you make the parts so very small and yet maintain function? Those oil pipes alone are so tiny but yet they function and the size of all the plumbing in the cab and such small valves and yet operational at boiler pressure for the injectors. Absolutely amazing. I take it everything is the correct 1:1 scale by the looks? ❤

[@PetersRailway]

Hi, Good question! The answer is that it is quite difficult. In truth, the fittings are not truly to scale, so sometimes they are a little larger but in the correct proportions. A good example is the two mechanical lubricators on the running boards. These are in fact 50% oversize to allow the internals and a supply of oil. No one has ever noticed because they are the right shape and have many of the details you would find on the originals. The oil pipes are 1/16" outside dia, with a very tiny hole through the middle. luckily, oil, unlike water, still flows slowly through tiny holes and anyway, the flow rate is almost non-existent! The pressure isn't a problem - as it gets smaller, the pressure has less area to act on. However, injectors on models do not normally work up to 120 psi, so these are adjusted/tuned to work a little higher. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@charseraph9175]

I absolutely adore miniature locomotives, this made me so happy to watch. Thank you for making this well paced video full of concise and earnest commentary and lots of angles.

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, getting the pace/story right in these films is very tricky so I am glad we got it right for you. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@charseraph9175]

@@PetersRailway Thank you! I love faithful locomotive illustrations as well.

[@PetersRailway]

Perfect, Now I will have to make some more films....@@charseraph9175

[@bahoonies]

Speaking as a 71 year old man, I think the name Bongo does not do such a beautiful locomotive justice. But the little boy I once was would have thought it just perfect. I adored steam locomotives when I was a boy and I have never stopped loving them. I very much enjoyed this wonderful and absolutely fascinating video. I have subscribed and I really must investigate your books. I love the cover artwork. Best wishes from Ireland.

[@PetersRailway]

A good observation! My original plan was to make the nameplates by cutting out the letters with a tiny piercing saw and soldering them onto the plate. In the end they were photo-etched. But while thinking of cutting them out, I wanted to use a short name!! Gnu was the shortest, but I thought Bongo was more fun. After all, you mustn't take a hobby too seriously!! Please do investigate the books - We claim the age range is from 3 to 90! there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ Thanks for watching, Chris.

[@jfrancis98]

Absolutely beautiful boiler, gauges, piping etc. Amazing.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comments! Thanks for watching, Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@newq]

I'm so glad the KZbin suggestion algorithm decided I was the type of person who'd like steam locomotives. It keeps giving me things like this and I've learned so much.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your lovely comment. I, too, have no idea how the algorithm works - it moves in mysterious ways!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@TheDisabledGamersChannel]

What really really impresses me is the engineering and build of this amazing Steam Locomotive, it can't be easy to make such a fine model at this scale, what an absolute beauty !

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you very much. Yes, it is something of a challenge and balancing act to get a machine which is scale model and at the same time works well. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@shimesu443]

I just found this video, and wow. Bongo is equally beautiful and adorable. She looks like a well built, well cared for, well loved little engine. I loved all the cab detail; most minis that I've seen tend to not do that. Everything is out of scale to make it easier to handle and read, so I was delighted by everything not only being in scale but functional too!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you so much! Yes, my objective when building the engine was to make it as accurate to scale as possible, but still end up with a machine capable of hard work and behaving like a full size one. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@KYZ__1]

This video is really informative - I've enjoyed seeing the 'behind the scenes' at your garden railway, with a very clear explanation of how everything works! I am looking forward to seeing more similar videos soon! - Ziyad

[@PetersRailway]

Dear Ziyad, Thanks so much for your lovely comments, I am glad you liked the video. More to follow!!... All best wishes Chris.

[@gloomyvale3671]

Fascinating video, great craftsmanship in making such a beautiful engine. Imagine working on a steam engine for your full time job and then when your holiday comes up you work on your miniature engine, like a busman’s holiday.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your lovely comment and for watching! Yes, it is a grand plan to have your interest and work aligned!! PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@remusveritas739]

This is the perfect hobby, it keeps the knowledge alive even if the actual machines disappear more and more.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the lovely comment. Yes, it is a way of keeping the knowledge and history alive. I like to think that if you see Bongo in a realistic environment that it might fool you for a moment. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@remusveritas739]

@@PetersRailway thank you, its all good though. I have no specific interest in railways, i am more interested in balling content and this is balling for sure, how you filled those 800 little holes with a small oil can, and fired a miniature stove with miniature coal, this is top notch. You just see even without knowing: oh yeah, this thing works exactly like the big one.

[@PetersRailway]

That is exactly right. The engine is really just like the full size in details and behaviour. About the only thing which isn't to scale is the diameter of the internal fire tubes in the boiler. They are around 1/2 inch diameter but would be more like 1/4 inch if scaled. The trouble is that they would block up with soot in a few minutes!! All best wishes, Chris.

[@Gurnhillsgarage]

Bongo sure is a beautiful engine.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comment and thanks for watching, Chris

[@johnrossiter3185]

This video was 15 out of 10. Fantastically entertaining and informative.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you very much. They take a long time to make and even longer to edit, so your comment is much appreciated!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@yorkshirelad5280]

I’m so pleased to find you have a KZbin channel. I loved your books and now my son is enjoying them too! We really enjoyed watching your video together. Thanks, Sam

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Sam, Thanks for your lovely comments, I am really chuffed that a new generation is enjoying the books - makes me feel rather old. Come to that, the police all look rather young these days!! All best, Chris.

[@DiscusRussell]

Having lived with the RHDR tracks at the end of my garden and spending countless hours in the New Romney Engine shed and works not many locos impress me but bloody hell this is a peach of a loco. Not many perfect ones out there but I cannot fault this beautiful creation. Well done you

[@PetersRailway]

What a fab place to live! Whenever I go on the railway, I often wonder if the owners of the houses which back onto the line appreciate what they have at the ends of their gardens. Now I know!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@DiscusRussell]

As I live next to a crossing I know which engine is passing without looking as all the loco whistles sound different. Most people living next to the tracks don't even really notice them after a while. I did have the opportunity to drive Samson in the shed which was amazing as you then realize the brute power they have

[@marco1gaming]

It's so cool and fascinating how these locomotives work and that people drive them as a little train! I would LOVE to try and volunteer here one time !

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you liked it! Unfortunately, the railway is on a private farm so not open to the pubic. However, I am sure you will be able to find a model engineering society or club somewhere not too far from you. You will certainly enjoy a visit to them... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@brushbros]

Your engine is marvelously complex and sophisticated. It is amusing that your fire starting pipe is so simple/elemental. You would be a fun man to know.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your support. Yes the pipe is crude but it works. If you let the fire get too hot the plastic starts to melt!! Thanks for watching, Chris

[@Luiblonc]

That seems so much fun! I recently retired and can see myself enjoying this wonderful world of scaled trains.

[@PetersRailway]

Hi, yes it is a lot of fun if you like mechanical machines. If you are retiring it is the perfect hobby as it keeps brain and body active. Also, it can absorb a limitless number of hours!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@jdhart3759]

That is a beautiful locomotive. Thank you! I discovered these mini steam locomotives in the past few months and became fascinated with how they work. I think this really helped me understand them more!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you very much! Yes, they are fascinating machines - in particular I like the way they are so similar to the original. If you made a model of the Titanic, it would not be anything like the thing it is trying to represent! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Ralphs-House]

Wonderful Peter! Thoroughly enjoyable 20 minutes showing all the stuff I wondered about. Thank you so much.

[@PetersRailway]

I am glad you enjoyed it. Now I will have to make some more videos! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@memes-sp9zc]

I got all of your books + you signed them all (you inspired me to go into engineering).

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your great comment. I enjoy writing the books, but to hear they have inspired to you pursue engineering as a career is a fantastic reward for me. All best wishes, Chris.

[@wad3lma]

These videos bring me so much joy and happiness.

[@PetersRailway]

That is so lovely to know. I hope that you also have an absorbing hobby which brings calm, joy and happiness. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@Somerset-Trains]

I remember seeing your railway in channel 5s Flying Scotsman documentary, it really fascinated me and what a lovely locomotive you have !

[@PetersRailway]

Yes, that was a fun thing to join in with. The original suggestion was for me to explain how engines work in front of FS. However that would have been with a dead engine, so I suggested using the smaller engine here which we could demonstrate much better. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@sicks6six]

My neighbour built one just like this, I think it was a kit that you build yourself, the seat and footpegs were exactly the same as this locomotive, when I was 3'ish I sat on it and I remember the coal in the tender, this was 62 years ago, it was called Princess Elizabeth,

[@PetersRailway]

What wonderful memories. You can rekindle them at Exhibition Park if you are within reach of Newcastle...

[@Etienne_H]

After all these years it's nice to see that Henry is still a happy steam engine 😁

[@PetersRailway]

So is his driver! Thanks for watching, Chris.

[@rollsroycemerlin4321]

I've just stumbled on this, what a thoroughly informative, interesting and well explained video. And the loco.....accurate (with adjustments for size) down to the tea mugs and billy can! Love it.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your great comments, much appreciated. Now I will have to make the next video about driving the locomotive. Maybe make a cup of miniature tea.... Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@colinthomasson3948]

What an extraordinary model locomotive, it reminds me of those that used to be in the Museum of Scotland in Chambers Street, creations of such perfection and wonder to me as a small boy in the 50s

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your lovely comments Colin. When I was a kid my favourite place to visit was the science museum in London where, again, they had all these lovely models. I’m glad you like it; I think my next video will be about little details on Bongo and look at how I made some of them and what they do, thanks for watching, Chris More info about the books at petersrailway.com

[@kieranlochran1843]

Absolutely incredible how these work. And this is only a smaller model of a steam locamotive. I'm even more impressed with how powerful they are too, because I've seen videos of these size locomotives actually pulling carriages, with people on it. Incredible, absolutely incredible. 😁

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the comment - yes it is surprising how powerful these miniature engines are. I don't really have enough wagons to load up the engine fully. However there are a couple of gradients (with curves) on the line which make it a bit challenging at times!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@jimgiordano8218]

Excellent video. I've seen full size engines fired up, but you went into more detail like water level, draft and controls.

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, most films/videos don't really give enough detailed information. I must now make the one about driving the engine... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@peterdagrape]

Fantastic video, very interesting to learn how to do this, finally a good video about this

[@PetersRailway]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching! Chris.

[@roberthuston1798]

great video gets the blood flowing for the hobby again been off for 4 years now back.

[@PetersRailway]

Great news that you are back with the hobby. I will now have to make some more videos!!... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@HermannLongkumer]

this video is amazing, and oddly comforting.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you, I think that many good hobbies are comforting, especially in these troubled times. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@PunzL]

I clicked on this video because I was interested in title of starting a locomotive but I wasn't expecting him to pull out a small one at the start 😂😂😂

[@PetersRailway]

I hope you enjoyed it - despite the surprise??!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@noisy7825]

KZbin recommended me that Video. Now im hooked, love every second of it. Great video 👌

[@PetersRailway]

Nobody, not even KZbin knows how their algorithm works. I certainly don't have a clue!! However, if we found you, that is a great outcome. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@timgage8972]

Thanks Chris, nicely done video. Looking forward to future ones too. I'm off with the family tomorrow to run our 7 1/4 loco on my friends new track. It's reminded me I need to go charge the battery for the blower!

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Tim, Thanks for watching and the comments! Yes, the battery going slowly flat while the fire is quietly going out is one of life's great frustrations!! All best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@MarkN67]

This is an amazing model and obviously a real labour of love. Your skill, knowledge and craftsmanship is exemplary and a credit to you. I take it this is a private railway and not open to the public?

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the lovely comment. Yes, the loco was my original hobby and took some 8 years to build. My life has got rather taken over by writing the books now, but the railway and engine are a fantastic hobby. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@malternative578]

This is really cool and I'll definitely be looking forward to your next videos about this little engine. How a steam loco actually works is something that has always interested me, but there's just not a lot of content about that on KZbin.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your good comment! There is a lot of content, but less about the how and why. Now I must make the next instalment… Chris If you would like to know more about the books I write please see www.petersrailway.com

[@philiparundel2898]

What an absolutely delightful video - a true joy to watch and so well explained. I am about to buy a rolling renovation Pacific. (Royal Duchess) and was having some doubts……but now I am fully ‘on board’. Thank you so much for the enthusiasm you display.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comment, I am so glad you enjoyed it. The Pacific sounds like an excellent (as in large!) project. I don't know if you have done this sort of thing before, but if not can you take along with you someone who knows what they are looking at. Some models look wonderful but are not so well made. Others, while well made don't look so great!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@teescottageguyproductions]

This is fantastic! I’ve just acquired a 5” gauge Sweet Pea which is getting finished off for me so this video is very useful to watch before I get it!

[@PetersRailway]

Glad it was helpful, and thanks for the great comment! I am making several more films at the moment, although it is a bit cold out on the railway!! One of the first ones for next year will be on how to drive the engine and some of the niceties in getting it/her to work well. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@teescottageguyproductions]

@@PetersRailwaythanks! I’ve actually got one of your books, very entertaining and enjoyable!

[@joshtaylor485]

this was a blast to watch! thank you for making it

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it! Everyone needs a good hobby... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@joshtaylor485]

@@PetersRailway i have honestly been thinking more about trying to get a small table top steam engine for fun, its relaxing and fun to see the machines run and just listen to them

[@PetersRailway]

Good idea! Keep your eye on ebay. The only thing you have to worry about is the boiler. Don't get anything made of steel, as you cannot tell how much it has rusted. Copper is much better!! Chris.

[@joshtaylor485]

@@PetersRailway at the moment i am unsure what one i would try to get, i would like one that i can take care of and have it last a long time and also have some fun trying things. make a small generator to run led lights maybe set up a drive shaft system to run a small fan or tool just for laughs?

[@PetersRailway]

You might enjoy looking at Mamod models. www.mamod.co.uk/ They are simple, but you have the huge benefit of starting with something new which you know will work! The other company to look at is Stuart Models. www.stuartmodels.com/ Much more sophisticated and much more expensive. Enjoy looking and dreaming about what to do. Also, maybe there is a model engineering society or club near you. Then you can start down the road of building your own!!... All best, Chris.

[@MichaelLyne-rf1hf]

Omg! Thank you for your fabulous tutorial, just like a steam locomotive...so impressive, thank you again.

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you liked it! I will be making some more films when the weather gets a bit warmer... One on how to drive the engine and all its controls next! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@dave6386]

Brillant! Thank you very much for posting this crystal pure joy

[@PetersRailway]

You're very welcome and I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@zazanate1910]

Hey Peter it’s me Zane the guy you taught about trains and let me ride one of your trains at your park I hope you remember me from last year. It’s nice seeing you on KZbin 😊 I moved from reading to Gosport tho😢

[@zazanate1910]

I still have that one piece of charcoal you gave to me

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching the latest video and I am glad you enjoyed your day out!! All best, Chris.

[@harrypenn611]

My daughter absolutely loves your books

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Harry, Thank you for the lovely comment, it is great to know that she enjoys the books. Now I will have to make some more youtube films!! If your daughter is interested in trains/machines/science/engineering, then a bright future awaits her. All best wishes Chris.

[@rre9121]

Everything about this looks like fun. Its got fire, its got moving parts, its got neat mechanisms, its got hot water and steam, its got motion.

[@PetersRailway]

You have just summed up very neatly why people love old steam engines so much!! Thanks for watching, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@erichaheidrich4593]

Amazing piece of machinery. Wunderbar !

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the fab comment, much appreciated. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@gordonagent7037]

Hi, you don’t vent your steam space to atmosphere on start up to expel air? Beautiful piece of machinery sir, absolutely gorgeous. The age of steam will never die with passionate enthusiasts like you about, well done.

[@PetersRailway]

Hi That is a good observation. I haven't ever vented the steam space to get rid of the air as it doesn't seem to be necessary. The main reason is that the steam blower (jet blowing steam up the chimney to keep the fire going when engine stopped) will take any air with the steam while lighting up etc. If you want to see more about that, my video on How to Drive a Steam Locomotive has some more details... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@cmoore421]

Now that’s a cold start. You’re totally living my dads dream.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the great comment. Maybe my books and videos will give you and your Dad the impetus to have a go at building a railway of your own. It doesn't need to be as big as 7.25" gauge though. Gauge 1 is wonderful too... Chris.

[@davidcooper640]

Brilliant video, so informative. Thank you so much.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the great comment, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Zippsterman]

That's quite a small fire to get burning with anthracite, well done. I've got a half ton in the shed I use every now and then in a forge and it's always a challenge to get it burning hot

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks!! Yes, it does take a bit of getting going and, if it goes a bit dull, it takes a lot of getting bright again. House coal is so easy by comparison, but it often has a lot of sulphur which damages the silver solder in the boiler and superheaters. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@olivvapor4873]

This is an amazing model ! And it was fascinating to watch the prep of that loco before its session 😊👍🏻 Such models are way more complex to drive than real cars ! ( and way more interesting too ! 😀 )

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your lovely comment about the engine. Yes, it does take quite a while to prepare for running, but that is all part of the fun. It takes a while to put it to bed again afterwards! My next video will be about driving it/her... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@mitchelwood2749]

Something I’ve been taught to do is when steaming a boiler from cold is to shut the bottom shut off on one of the sight glasses and leave the top valve on and then open the drain, which allows all the excess oxygen to vent out of the boiler and also gives you an indicator when the boiler has started to make steam (this also gives the boiler abit more life as it reduces oxygen in the boiler to corrode the boiler)

[@PetersRailway]

That is a cunning idea! My boiler is made of copper so probably corrosion isn’t a concern. However to show when steam is up it’s a good plan. I usually use the injector steam supply which shows up at the injector overflow. Chris If you would like to know more about the books I write please see www.petersrailway.com

[@JWTrainboy]

This video is brilliant and very helpful, definitely helps build my dreams of driving a steam engine!

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for lovely comment! I will be making another on all the controls and how to use them… Chris If you would like to know more about the books I write please see www.petersrailway.com

[@michaelmurray11189]

You don't really start a steam locomotive, you wake her up.

[@PetersRailway]

That is so true, and the slower you wake her up, the better, especially for the boiler and the cups of tea one can drink while the steam pressure rises... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@jackbodenmann7379]

What a fun video. How to prepare an engine for a days run. Also a very well detailed engine! Jack

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it! I am looking forward to making a video on the next part of the day - driving and all the controls. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@thessalonician]

Apart from the fact that this is the best model I've ever seen, and that I will ever see in my life, this video demonstrates perfectly why diesel engines were a revolution!!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your lovely comment about the engine, much appreciated! You are also quite right: there was a huge amount of labour involved in getting a steam engine ready to operate. Not to mention its thermal efficiency, which was around 5%... Thanks for watching, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Senna-xi1gr]

Absolutely fantastic, cheers Peter. 👍🏆🇬🇧

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your splendid comment, I am glad you enjoyed it. Now I will have to make some more videos - next is about driving the loco... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@itsmyview2024]

excellent delivery

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your kind comment!! Chris

[@ScarfNJam2]

Imagine trying to play Bongo drums on this lil giant, love the loco and the guide too!

[@PetersRailway]

I think that might damage the paint!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@beagle7622]

Must have a cup of tea, made me smile . I am Australian, definitely agree.

[@PetersRailway]

All the best people run on tea!!

[@chil5150]

An absolutely beautiful engine 👍

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the great comment and hanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@TERRYBARTLETTRAILMAN28]

nice is the line similar to the Eastbourne miniature Steam railway I would love to see Bongo visit there to work along side their Flying Scotsman

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Terry, yes, it would be great for Bongo to visit there one day. The trouble is the upheaval of moving a heavy and fragile machine. However, I will try to visit the EMSR one day... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@MichaelLyne-rf1hf]

Absolutely amazing, thank you for sharing your video

[@PetersRailway]

My pleasure! I will have to make some more, but waiting for the weather to get a bit warmer!!... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Bombiedude.]

Ive always liked steam locomotives in general I just think especially these models people have built are so cool

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your lovely and sympathetic comment. Chris.

[@jamsjars9505]

What a charming fellow and locomotive.

[@PetersRailway]

That has to be the best comment ever! Thank you, Chris.

[@benlamb1870]

Fantastic, fascinating machines, it’s a joy to listen to you 👍🏻

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed the video, also the narration. It is much harder than I thought, so your comment is much appreciated! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@PetersRailway]

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[@kemaloncu4292]

The model locomotive is very cool. I liked it a lot.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@hectormelo1996]

Super Cute!

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@ab_railways_original]

Loved the video, so nice to get to see the engine (granted with a different name) I have read so much about in your books, in actual steam. Please don’t stop with the videos- Alex PS. Still remember when I met you at both Pickering and Levisham station on the NYMR during steam galas

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Alex, thanks for the lovely comments, I to remember meeting you at Levisham and I’m looking forward to the next steam gala. Thanks for watching Chris

[@taffboyslim]

This makes me want to get an engine just to start it up... absolutely wonderful

[@PetersRailway]

Yes, that is most of the fun of a steam engine - the waiting while the fire gets going and the pressure gauge creeps up the dial... Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@deancurtis6877]

Fair play that’s some attention to detail on full description lol I think even James may would be proud of you 👌🏻me personally think it’s a great way to document something

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching! Chris.

[@TheHornyWhiteWolf]

So much to do and so many parts to remember what they do but it's worth it

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the understanding of what is involved. Yes, there is a lot, but that is what makes it such a good hobby! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@roryglobalactivites4054]

Just found this. What a lovely engine.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for the lovely comment!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@NoelShelley]

When lubricating the axle boxes you also lube the horn blocks that the axle box slides up and down in.

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Noel, Good to hear from you! Yes, there is a little passageway from the oiling point to the slides. Hope all well with you! C

[@taxalterror]

Fantastic what a lovely job you have done,

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the lovely comment, it is much appreciated!! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@geoffreyhicks53]

What a lovely video most enjoyable. Thank you

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching and for your lovely comment, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@KodakYarr]

Great video! All I needed to see to subscribe!

[@PetersRailway]

Welcome aboard and thanks for watching, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@thekinglionofficial7789]

Loved this video very entertaining 👍👍

[@PetersRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@gorgeousdzastr]

Do you have a video of the actual steam engine build? I really enjoy your videos. I love the idea of this being a family venture with you and your children.

[@PetersRailway]

Sorry, but I don't have that. However, I am going to do a video about driving the engine and all the controls etc. Also, I will be making some about the details of the machine. At the moment, I am overhauling the little tank engine and am making some shots of that to put into to a future film. Thanks for your lovely comments, and Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@freedomisfromtruth]

So much hard work and it must be very enjoyable in the end as it is for us. Where are the volunteers?

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for your lovely comment! Most of the work was done by myself and the boys. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@Stavros53]

Μπραβο αγαπητέ κύριε.Με αγάπη και μεγάλο θαυμασμό από Ελλάδα.

[@PetersRailway]

Σας ευχαριστώ για το υπέροχο σχόλιο σας! Ευχαριστώ που παρακολουθήσατε, Κρις.

[@zapfanzapfan]

What a lovely kettle on wheels!

[@PetersRailway]

The best! Chris.

[@adrianbolton4847]

Thanks for explaining the injector sequence. I have just finished a Pansy Pannier 5” gauge and have run it for a few minutes only when the water level drops. I am very wary about how to use the injector for the loco to run. Just practice I suppose. I will be so happy if I can succeed as it’s taken me years to get to this stage.

[@PetersRailway]

Hi Adrian, Thanks for the good comments! Yes, injectors are, or can be, temperamental things. I find the WD40 after a run seems to help. The problem is that our cones are only made of brass and the zinc leaches out if left for a long time as there is always water in them. I used to clean the cones with citric acid etc, however that seems to make the cones even more fragile. If you can get some cold water to run through before the steam, then that helps them to pick up. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@adrianbolton4847]

Thanks for your reply and your advice which I find very helpful. Confidence and lots of practice will hopefully give me the success. I’ve subscribed to your channel and look forward to some more posts.@@PetersRailway

[@PetersRailway]

You can get lots of practice with the engine propped up on the bench. There isn't really a need for a roller type rolling road, you can just rest the buffer beams on some solid bits of wood. Then you can run for hours and get the hang of it all. If you don't tell anyone, you can even apply the brakes gently to give it a load to work against! Chris.@@adrianbolton4847

[@adrianbolton4847]

This is the best piece of advice anyone has ever suggested; thank you. I’m ready for the next stage with definitely more confidence.@@PetersRailway

[@PetersRailway]

Enjoy the whole process. There is nothing in the world quite like lighting the fire and seeing your work come to life... Chris. @@adrianbolton4847

[@zeb3144]

Fascinating. Love steam power.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for watching, I will now have to make some more videos!! Chris.

[@schitthe]

Wonderful video, great engine, very good explanations! Thanks and greetings from Germany

[@PetersRailway]

Greetings from the UK, and thank you for your lovely comments. Thanks for watching! Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@LisbonRailProductionsandF1]

Magnificent catches of the model trains, I like it 5 stars, keep up the great work, my friend, you earned a new subscriber, Greetings from Portugal to the UK.

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you for your lovely comment, much appreciated!! Greetings to Portugal from the UK - last time I was in your country, I visited the station at Regua. There were several abandoned steam locomotive there, around an old turntable. Now there are fewer - you can see them on Google Earth. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/

[@legendshadow547]

I am interested knowing how you built this marvelous masterpiece

[@PetersRailway]

Thank you! Making models has been my hobby since I was 11, so there is a lot of learning (from mistakes!) in that time. Essentially, you do need to have a workshop with hand tools, but also some machines. The most important is a lathe, you really can't do without one. Also, a milling machine. While some small models can be made entirely on a lathe, a mill makes life much easier. A good source of information is the magazine, Model Engineer. If you subscribe to that, you will learn a lot and decide if the hobby is for you. Thanks for watching! Best wishes, Chris. PS. If you would like to know about the books I write to teach children (age 3 to 90!) about railways, science and engineering, there’s lots of info here: petersrailway.com/ and we ship overseas.

[@legendshadow547]

​@@PetersRailway:O, amazing work

[@legendshadow547]

​@@PetersRailwayI am massive Railfan from India, and am looking forward to becoming a Locopilot(Train driver) in India. I really love trains, they bring peace to my soul.

[@PetersRailway]

That is a seriously good ambition! I am sure that you will be successful in your quest to become a train driver. When you are a train driver, make sure you enjoy the view from the front window - it is a special sensation! Best wishes, Chris.

[@legendshadow547]

​@@PetersRailwayThanks alot! That means to me alot

[@TheMonkdad]

That’s the coolest toy I’ve ever seen! How do you keep the internal metal doors and components from completely corroding in the boiler? I heat my home with a big soapstone heater and have realized that I had to replace internal steel with double thick steel because the heat and flames warped and corroded them.

[@PetersRailway]

Thanks for the great comment. The boiler is made of copper so corrosion isn’t a problem. Thanks for watching! Chris