Preparing Locos for Duty at Chadwick Model Railway | 87.

Fitting a DCC decoder is important at Chadwick Model Railway and picking the right DCC decoder for you.
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[@MillsIan]

Another great informative video Charlie, you have an easy to watch manner complete with humour but underlining full of great little tips ( like the 9v battery for testing the pick ups ) along with the video being easy to understand at a gentle pace for us watching and learning. Thank you.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Ian, I’m so pleased that I brought a smile in these troubling times. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

[@thomasm1964]

Agreed. Charlie has a very calm, measured voice which is a delight to listen to. Kind of!

[@derekcole5593]

I've got a agree, you have an easy to listen to style. I especially like the little humorous side comments. I've come back to the hobby after many years and much of it has to do with watching channels such as yours. People of my age don't want others opinions thrust down our throats, we are big boys now and can my our own minds up. I watch your videos and an old guy in Panama (Roy Smith) the joy and enthusiasm of the hobby shines through in both your channel. Keep up the good work!

[@thegrowler-blackwoodngauge]

Charlie - you had me in stitches with the bit about Hogwarts....... Had to watch that a couple of times. Brilliant. You should be on prime time telly not KZbin 😄😄

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It was shameful behaviour !

[@ZPHOENIX27]

Someone doesn't like the Hogwarts Express ;)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It was shameful behaviour !

[@MalcolmCrabbe]

An enjoyable video. I though it would go into how you resolved the "wheel flat" and pick up issue, but I guess at 43 minutes the video is long enough. Love the ramblings, and that little giggle from your wife in the background - don't ever change the format, it add so much character to the videos :)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You're right Malcolm, I just ran out of time. I will give an update in due course mate.

[@sapphirejunction8993]

Must admit I find your honesty refreshing and love watching your videos.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks SJ, you’re too kind.

[@andymullins4836]

Charlie - just watched your episode on preparing your locos out of the box. On low speed on your rolling road with your DCC it is evident that the wheel 2nd from right on your logo has a bent axle - that’s what getting that uneven running.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes Andy, I’ve still yet to dismantle it.

[@UndergroundEric]

Running in a loco on DCC rather than DC makes no difference. Its only to bed in the geartrain so it all frees up ect. Only advantage to DC is you havent got a chip to worry about if there is an issue

[@UndergroundEric]

Great vid as per though charlie. Cheers

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Good point Eric. But as you say if there's an issue it's less complex.

[@bentonroadmodelrailway6103]

Hi charlie, your work on youtube has inspired me to start my own youtube chanel about modelling and model railways. Thank you so much for being an inspiration for me. Jack

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Jack, you’re too kind.

[@frostgfx]

Charlie: Another wonderful video. I'd like to know your thoughts about acquiring one's collection of trains over a lifespan. I modeled N Scale from 1989 to 2014...Currently selling off my collection to fund my new collection of HO modeling Norfolk Southern, Guilford, and some other shortlines of US distinction. I swore I'd stop at 9 locos and around 23 pieces of rolling stock,. Jump to July 2020 and the collection has blossomed to 21 Locos and about 200 pieces of rolling stock. Hard as I try, I just can't bring myself to call it quits.. After all, my current shelf layout only 11' x 17"! Any suggestions gladly accepted. Cheers, Jon

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I totally understand your dilemma. I simply model anything between 1968 and 1974. This way at least I can restrict my options.

[@MarkWilsonUK]

Another great video Charlie, and I know I’m late the the party but currently feeling sorry for myself with a horrid cold so your KZbin videos are cheering me up. I’m sure someone else will have pointed this out after 3 years but be careful with the headcodes from photos… I’m not sure what’s going on with the 22 on the 4 MK1s at Exeter but class 6 would be freight. Maybe it’s ECS (class 5) and someone made a mistake winding it on. Anyway, more info here and thanks again for the video: en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Train_reporting_number

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you found it interesting Mark and thanks for the link. Regards Charlie

[@StationRoadModelRailway]

I bought a BR Green Dapol Class 22 last year and I'll say I have had some issues. At one point the entire loco just simply stopped working and I ended up replacing the DCC chip. It seems to be running okay now, but I'm not holding my breath for the next glitch. I don't have the rumbling issue but I think I might know what the issue is with your loco. If you take a closer look at your video at 35mins when you have it on the rollers, check the righthand bogie inner wheel (which might be the lost pickup wheels), there appears to be a subtle wobble in the wheel which usually indicates a crooked wheel on the axle or a bent axle. I have come across this before with one of my other locos. Depending on the nature of the axle/wheel alignment, it be a devil to fix. If it's the axle that's bent, this would case the rumbling sound from the gears.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That sounds that the subject for another video mate.

[@TheRoadster700]

Hmmmm I bet all your little Drivers have run for the hills. And in the last few seconds on the video, the Driver clearly has a nose bleed. Have you had a call from the RSPCD yet. Great video. I'm guessing the DCC Sound board wanted 4ohm speakers (2x 8ohm Speakers soldered together = 4ohms) ;) A very good video. Many thanks.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Butchering divers, never! I used the two speakers to acquire both the bass and higher tones. It’s always good to experiment. Regards Charlie.

[@steveksi]

My brother (Dr of Geography, Expert of global transportation, Avid Photographer and World Traveler) has been taking photos of Engines and trains for at least 50 years. From the age of 5 would go down to the station and sit there all day. Cheltenham I think. I will have to see if he can put together a portfolio of Railway stuff. I know he has some amazing photos of long gone stock.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very interesting Steve. It is so difficult to get hold of decent old photos, normally stopped by people for copyright reasons. Stay safe, regards, Charlie

[@trainmanbob]

Hi Charlie. How's this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4HPnXqOqdBoh68 Great video as always. I have three drawerrs full of N Gauge non runners from Dapol, most with m,echanical breakages. The rumble is possibly a split gear...a frequent sound and problem on Dapol n gauge locos. Cheers, Bob

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hi Bob, it's hardly a vote of confidence for Dapol, dreadful.

[@glennwood1119]

Hi Charlie. I'm mostly a freight- train sort of guy but this cast 22 locomotive intrigues me. I live in New Mexico USA. and would like to buy one of these. Wonder if you could give me a lead on where I could find 1of these? ..

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hi Glenn, please try Hattons. co.uk Regards Charlie

[@paullucas4791]

With those legs chopped just how will they operate the deadmans pedal lol. Love your work and video offerings. Sorry i'm catching up slowly through your videos.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Paul, and it’s great to have you onboard. Regards, Charlie

[@farmerdave7965]

I do not buy sound equipped locomotives because I do not like the poor sound quality and I am an old guy so my hearing is not the best. I've been a Digitrax user since the start of the company but I'm gradually weaning myself away from Loconet and moving to LCC. I've been using Digitrax decoders exclusively but I've been buying German decoders lately because of the features. How come those Germans are so advanced when it comes to DCC ? They are putting American companies to shame.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I agree Dave. Zimo and ESU are market leaders.

[@AaronOxfordExmouth1989]

Awesome stuff. You could well be the face of railway modelling. Its not all polished brass and you certainly make no effort to hide the pitfalls, and I am certainly thankful for it. Yet again, another fantastic video. I was certainly interested in the 22, but I will be honest, Dapol models are a huge no no for me, as I was an N gauge modeller and virtually all my diesels from said company went bang. So irrespective of me wanting something, if its Dapol, then it is a no from me. Keep it up.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Aaron, I’m so pleased that you appreciate my honesty. Regards, Charlie

[@AllensTrains]

I bought a King Class advertised on eBay as 'cleaned and serviced' for £40. This turned out not to be true. The commutator was filthy and all the wheels were encrusted with black gunk! I cleaned it up. It is a bit noisy, but otherwise a good runner. See it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/apjOqnycraaCm9E

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Seems okay now Allen.

[@IanBrant]

Hi Charlie, after watching this video on the class 22. I'm sorry but I must disagree with you about the model. I have 5 of them ranging from the early version to the latest. I have had no problems with any of them, they all run very well the only problem I have is that on one of them the cab lights do not work. Keep up the good work

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks for letting me know, I clearly got a bit of a lemon. Regards, Charlie

[@davidkirkham9117]

I do have a genuine LNER fire bucket 'rescued' from a derelict station, for the last 60 years I have intended restoring it, as and when i have time!.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a great little project to look forward to David. Regards, Charlie.

[@andyg1645]

While trying to set up the new Roco Z21 controller that I bought from Hattons, I discovered that the small plugs which are essential for connecting the track bus were all missing and it looks like I have been sold something that has previously been sold and returned (minus the three small plugs). That aside, I was actually trying to get everything set up for running in the first of my locos but, the loco instructions state that for DCC locos you need to run them in using a DC supply so, do I now need to buy a separate 12v DC controller for doing this or can I do it via a my DCC Concepts rolling road and the program track supplied from my Roco Z21 (when I eventually get the plugs for my Z21) ?

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

No Andy, the reason behind running on DC first is to establish that the loco is okay. If yoy run it on DCC first, and you have an issue, it could be the loco or the decoder.

[@PaulReed-u3k]

Hi Charlie Paul here from Middlesbrough looks like the third axle on your 22 has a bearing issue which seems to be where your clunking is coming from as when I was watching the video (they are all great by the way) it looked like the wheel was running oval instead of round

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks mate, this loco is a real pig! Regards, Charlie

[@slee3382]

Hi I am not 100% sure but think the snow equipment was added has some of the class 22 were ment to be transferred to Scotland I enjoy watching your videos one of my favourite locos were the class 29.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I think the class 29s were moved to Scotland because of their unreliable nature. It would put them nearer their repair yard. Regards Charlie

[@bobcheckley6802]

Hi charlie - i am new to your channel and what i have seen your video's are very helpful and informative. I have been away from rail modelling for a few since moving and my loco's, rolling stock and track are boxed away in my loft. The loft is going to be boarded out so i can start from scratch in putting together a layout. The reason for this message is to ask you can you point to a video of yours that deals with loco maintenace if indeed you have one. As my locos have been stored away i should think they would need some TLC how would i go about it oilling etc any advice would be a help. thanks in advance. Great video content Charlie.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hi Bob, that’s quite a difficult question. Depending on their age, I might try them out on the track and see how they run. If there is any difficulty whatsoever, I think a full strip down and the removal of old hardened grease might be called for. There are lots of videos on KZbin which tackle this subject but sadly none of mine. Good luck. Regards, Charlie

[@99AVB]

Hello. Thank you so much for this and all of your videos. I'm about to inherit a number of locos from a deceased friend. I don't know how old they all are but some will be five years plus. They've never been run. Am I safe to run them or should they be oiled in any way first? Many thanks. Aidan

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’d run them first just to check them out. Try and find out if they are DC or DCC fitted as you will need different power supplies. Good luck Aidan. Regards Charlie

[@nesr8786]

Well done Charlie ,yeh sad faces , was your good lady ,checking to see what you have borrowed this time from her dressing table ,?lol i thought it sounded quite good with its rumble ,you and your family and all your subscribers,Stay Safe and take care ,Mac

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Mac. Regards Charlie.

[@markgallan5167]

Hi Charlie, again another great video.. i recently came across this video and thought you and others might be interested..kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYnCZXh3ndSDgZY. it might help with some of the issues of loco chugging and low performance..Stay Safe

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I'll certainly check it out Mark.

[@fatwalletboy2]

My father got nabbed by the BTP at swindon works late 70s this was....he took me down the scrap lines and thats where we were picked......

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

But such great memories.

[@shanecollier7952]

Wow. This was an excellent video. I got so engrossed. Enjoyed this. Many thanks.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Shane. Regards Charlie.

[@calumthomson2108]

I'm guessing here, having not owned one, but I think the rumbling and the shuddering is probably related to the pick up problem. I suspect the contacts may be dragging on something inside the axle mechanism. Just a thought on something to look at.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’ll do a repair video at some stage Calum but thanks for your input.

[@derekcole5593]

Head codes are terrible. I get rid of mine by rubbing my chest with Vick and getting a good night's sleep with a good dose of Night Nurse. 😊

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

But when you woke up, did you know your destination?

[@4dads823]

Funnily enough, the first train the missus bought for herself was the Hogwarts Express, now she nearly outbuys me

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I think that might be a good thing !

[@EtonieE25]

😆😆😆

[@Zebrails]

@@ChadwickModelRailway @4dads '...shall never be an argument... perhaps she will barter off her shoes and money spent towards more trains, "Oh My!"

[@johnwatson9303]

I have a Dapol 22 bought last year x Rails of Sheffield new ( no d 6327) and it has been a great runner bu I have problems with the Dapol western which stops and starts unless at full tit

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I think that Dapol clearly have production quality issues John!

[@bjoe385]

I just yank it straight out the box, put it on the track and crank it right up and cry when I notice an issue the next day. But maybe I’ll the professional approach next time.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

No Ben, slap it on the track and go for it!

[@charlietrumpet96]

Ah but if your member of your club had seen Olton Hell run then he can run his hogwarts express!! ;)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’ll have to ask him after the lockdown Charlie, regards Charlie

[@thomasm1964]

"I did have an APT-E ... and it broke." You simply can't get much more prototypical than that!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Now that’s a great comparison.

[@user-zt1er1uj6i]

If you had spilt your coffee as well, that's even more authentic 😃

[@cliveking9775]

Enjoyed your latest video Charlie. Where did you purchase your rolling road please?

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Sorry Clive, I've no idea as it was from a deceased account.

[@Gus-jb8cm]

Great video Charlie. Very informative. Thanks

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Gus. Regards Charlie

[@TitchmarshVillage]

A nice loco ruined by the valances, the poor blue livery and the headcodes - which have to be stuck on to the outside of the headcode boxes (unless you want to hack out the cab!)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I couldn’t agree more, it has a great mechanism yet such a strange colour. Regards Charlie

[@nigelcarter9503]

Charlie, you vandal. Joining RN saved you from the 'nick'. More super glue for the teeth. Good job you were not a 'medic'. I was just looking at a few 'contacts in BTP. being Ex-Provost (RMP) and a warrant is still out for your arrest. ' Shore Patrol ' will be along in the morning. Ha, Ha. Got have a joke today. Hope you do not mind. Great job, Charlie, great sound. Must have Maybach engines. Take care and look after yourselves.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I'm pleased that I raised a smile in these trying times Nigel.

[@davidztog9011]

Very nice and thorough from box to mods to track video, Charlie. Nothing wrong with Hogwarts Express, I am rather fond of it, which I have in O scale. As a Navy man of 20 years myself, it's nice to hear someone still using the Phonetic Alphabet. Learned alot from this video. And you are easy to listen to as well, except for the doodoo. 😁 Thanks for sharing. 👍 👍 👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I'm so pleased that you found it interesting David.

[@pedroriquelme8330]

best regards. thanks, congratulation for yours videos

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Pedro, you’re too kind mate. Regards Charlie

[@andymullins4836]

Charlie - is it a coincidence that the bent axle is the one with a damaged pickup?

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes, indeed it is.

[@gwmccoy]

I'm a 65 year old Canadian HO scale modeller using NCE DCC and Peco Electrofrog. I've watched all of your videos, and nearly all of what you do translates readily into "North American". I appreciate your easy-going style of delivery, and the insights and humour that you share. Thank you, stay safe, and keep 'em coming! By the way, was that you taking the photograph of the very tired owl who landed on HMS Illustrious twenty-odd years ago?

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Blimey Wayne yes it was. Drifting around the Gulf as I recall. So, what’s your end of the tale?

[@gwmccoy]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Well, a long time ago, in another life, I was a Reserve Officer in the RCN. (actually, during the time when it was Maritime Command of the Canadian Forces) I still have a huge interest in all things Naval, and I came across a photograph of Lt Charlie Bishop RN taking a photograph of said owl. I recalled you mentioning your RN service, and your photography, and I took the chance that possibly you were one and the same! Happy to see I was correct!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

How fascinating Wayne. As I recall the owl was probably exhausted and stayed with us for a couple days until we were in sight of land. You have one hell of a memory. Regards Charlie.

[@steveksi]

Did you ever get to Barry Island Scrap Yard? All the old Steam

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes I did Steve, it was a fascinating place to visit. Regards, Charlie

[@murrayangus]

Great presentation Charlie. I happen to own two Dapol Class 22's, the earlier one doesn't run that well, but the one I purchased recently seems to run fine. The one observation I would make is when I do purchase a sound decoder, I always test it straight out of the package first, using an ESU Decoder Tester (51900), to ensure it's working fine before I go anywhere near it with a soldering iron.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Great tip Murray, perhaps I should have soldered the speakers to the chip instead,

[@uk_railfan9434]

thanks for another great video Charlie I will use what I've learnt today and put it into my model railway. thanks :)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Well I’m so pleased that you found it useful mate.

[@madbren]

Charlie just a question for you I want to do a shunting puzzle. Haven't been into model railroading in a long time, so don't think it's worth going the dcc route. So when using dc engines would I be be better using electrofrog points or insul frog points as I don't want any dead points with 0-4-0's and 0-6-0 locos. Thanking you. By the way great videos you do really informative.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Bren, it's got to be electofrog with such small loco's. DCC could offer you "Stay Alive" capacitors, so do keep that in mind.

[@madbren]

@@ChadwickModelRailway thanks so much appreciate your feedback

[@bazkib]

Hi Charlie, the Dapol factory is in Dapol Land :) :)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Doh, how did I miss that one Barrie.

[@andybyrne50]

Great video, I know what you’re saying about not having a camera in the day. I have so many memories of Dawlish and Newton Abbott as a boy,like you all from books now ... never had the opportunity for head codes lol Andy

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Andy, those were simpler times.

[@filip78channel15]

Hi Charlie, could you please specify where did you buy the rolling road? The type you have seems to be at reasonable price, there are some on e-bay with similar design (but not the same) and there are rather not available in "typical" shops". I just want to buy the good one, so I hope you can assist here! There are some other stuff available but at ridiculous price and I'm not interested. Many thanks!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Please try DCC TrainAutomation. Regards Charlie

[@filip78channel15]

@@ChadwickModelRailway As always, many thanks Charlie.

[@PiddleInTheMarshbyMarkIreland]

Class 21 were Diesel Electric, Class 22 Diesel Hydraulic. Class 29 were rebuilt class 21 due to major engine problems. Paceman engines were fitted and they got the four digit head code box as I understand.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

There was a Mayback engine installed somewhere along the line.

[@PiddleInTheMarshbyMarkIreland]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Not that I know of. MAN Design but built by NBL in the class 21 and Paxman Ventura in the rebuilt ones which became class 29. The Class 41 & 43 Warship also had NBL built engines where as the class 42 Swindon built had Maybach maybe what you're thinking of. Why do I know this ?

[@heaptoncollierymodelrailwa6011]

Hi Great video as per! Dapol can be hit and miss no? OR

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Apparently they’re better now!

[@stanwhite5135]

Another entertaining and informative episode. Your videos are very enjoyable and your delivery, openness, and humor make for good viewing.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Stan, what a heartwarming comment, regards Charlie

[@Morganharris12]

Thats funny because ive just done the Crewe to Derby route today ;)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Fair play MP.

[@bittern4464]

I model 1950s LNER, which never existed and I wasn't alive for. Modelling what interests you is all of the fun really Great video Charlie, hope you're keeping well

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks BK, stay safe mate.

[@bittern4464]

@@ChadwickModelRailway easier said than done I'm afraid, I work retail which puts me at great risk. So far so good however, so here's hoping :)

Maybe, the 2 drivers have fallen out with each other, which is why they're both sat as far apart as they are in the cab.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

More like social distancing John.

[@martinpattison4018]

It might also be that one of them has a wind problem.

[@mickbuckley8452]

J0hNF_UK Keeping their 2 metre seperation 😁

[@thomasm1964]

@@ChadwickModelRailway It's not as if they can resolve their differences and shuffle closer to each other ... you chopped their bloody legs off, you brute!

[@1952TonyC]

I thought that the distance was remarkably accurate.

[@petercarter9093]

Thanks Charlie. Very informative.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Peter.

[@TATICMOOR]

Ref to the meaning of Head Code's, Disc Codes, Bell Rings and Lamps the viewers maybe interested to read this info on them website: www.igg.org.uk/rail/3-sigs/bellhead.htm. Charlie you say the Earth Mover needs a load speaker installed too. Can you not add a resistor of a certain value to use as the load in parallel. Maybe another viewer can advise about this idea?

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks John, an interesting reference document.

[@TATICMOOR]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Yes it is and if you click the Return To Index the page lists two websites Rail Signs and The Signal Box are note worthy and full of good information too.

[@martynbuzzing3327]

Who Knew? Great vid thanks, great sense of humor too.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Glad you enjoyed it Martyn.

[@class66]

Hogwarts express!!? Sam's trains is a member of your club!?? :-)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m pleased that I made you smile, hopefully!

[@martinpattison4018]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Sam is also a Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends addict.

[@pedroriquelme8330]

Hello Mr. Charlie I need a video to change a deco but with sound??? greetings thanks excellent the videos of him.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Please search in KZbin, for installing sound in a class 66. There should be lots of examples. Regards Charlie

[@pedroriquelme8330]

best regards, thanks, ongratulation for yours videos.

[@donsharpe5786]

There is a short video "Somerset & Dorset end of the line" where D6330 is shown moving slowly with sound unfortunately with narration over the top. But it does provide some sounds of the class.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Don, I'll try and find it or do you have a link?

[@donsharpe5786]

@@ChadwickModelRailway It was on facebook and didn't have a link with it. Sorry!

[@billbentham]

Another great video. I ask the question do the instructions when fitting the speaker tell you which wire goes to which terminal when you solder them? When fitting car speakers years ago the sound quality could differ if fitted the wrong way round.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m unaware that it matters with theses.

[@billbentham]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Just read on ChadwickTMD 4 (the last but one comment) about having wires crossed and one driver going in whilst the other is coming out, although this is when fitting twin speakers. Bill

[@DonaldSimsProduction]

Sorry about your end results, but I did enjoy the presentation.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Donald.

[@SammoKarm]

I have a little more to worry about as I have got wasps in my loft and that is where my layout is. I don't know where the wasps are coming from.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Blimey, that the last thing you need. Be careful Sam.

[@stephenlittle7534]

You just made its price go up. Amazon about £30 odd. Thanks. I just looked and only one. Ok. In wiki go down to examples to see how it worked. Hope this helps. Look out for on KZbin "Swindon Panel" Machical.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hi Stephen, can you expand on the wiki point please?

[@stephenlittle7534]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Hi when I looked for head codes it came up with Wikipedia and when you go there it explains about head code and the American name for them. And down further from the article it then give a list which said Examples. When you press that it then gives some. Also any words that are Highlighted you can press and go to that subject. Hope that's useful. When asking Google I normal just put the name or even a loco number and see what info comes up. Pictures of that loco or where I can get more knowledge webpage.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a great tip Stephen, I’ll check it out in the morning.

[@russellrattys6581]

Hi Charlie, i remember back in the early 90s, the days i used to spend sitting with my grandad at Beeston station in Nottinghamshire, watching trains go by, it was a smaller station, so only the sprinters (class 158) used to stop at the station, usually in east midlands liveries, the hst used to thunder through going between Nottingham and Derby, mostly in the executive livery, i had a model railway at the time, and used to visit butterley preservation line, and travelled the settle to Carlisle line across the riblesdale viaduct, theres one thing i neglected to do though, i never took a book or pen, or camera, so im unsure of any of the locos numbers, and have no photos of any My model railway was very basic, it was 3 ovals of track with some sidings in the middle, pinned to a board around 12 feet long and 7 feet wide in the garage, no scenery I packed it all away into the loft many decades ago, and left the set to collect dust, and i have recently sold the entire lot, but there's method in the madness of selling it all Firstly, it eas unused for decades, but now it's bringing joy to someone, whos got my hst running around in a barrel under there christmas tree, also, everything was so old, it would have cost me a fortune to ipdate everything Every loco had ringfield motors, no dcc, no sound, no lights, very worn out paintwork, and a lot was damaged from flying off one corner of my layout onto the garage floor Also, nothing matched, i had executive livery hst power cars, but the original blue hst livery coaches, i had a crane, but no other network rail style coaches or wagons, everything was very miss matched And i did say to my sons, if i ever started another model railway again, i would do it properly this time, i would have base boards permanently screwed down, i would add scenery, and my thought is, im not really into steam locos, because i grew up seeing diesels, so id rather have modern, concrete sleeper track, modern engine sheds, led signals etc I might well do two, interconnected layouts, the main layout being all modern, with a side layout, which would be an oldy-worldy, preservation line style two track up and down to dead ends both ends, maybe with a set of points to the main layout, with all the old semaphore signals and old scenery So im watching your channel for inspiration, it wont be yet as i have other projects, but by the time i do decide to start, the technology in the railway and engines should be so good and stabilized, automation of points and signals should be great

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What an excellent comment Russel. Your fresh approach is commendable. One piece of advice is ……. while planning, don’t buy any rolling stock. Wait until you are ready to build and have a good track plan. Regards Charlie.

[@russellrattys6581]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Thanks Charlie, thats exactly what i was thinking, plan the layout, taking into account which rolling stock i would use, then maybe buy one loco for tear runs, along with the track, start from scratch, get all the gradients (If used) and all the track and points laid, set the test loco running to make sure everything works properly, then start investing in scenery and rolling stock I do like the idea of dcc, i od course used the dc setup all those years ago, and its ok, but times have changed now, and you look back and think "what was i thinking?" And wonder how it all worked, aligning points specifically to power certain pieces of track, being careful not to have two controllers turned up when you were switching between the different loops, so the loco didnt unexpectedly fly across the layout when you switched the points, having a plate of spaghetti under the base boards to work all the points and signals, what a blissful nightmare it was, it kept me entertained for weeks locating one fault, which could of course have been one of those "school-boy" errors, an incorrectly set point, which would trip the entire layout maybe Of course, the hornby zero one system was way out of my pay grade at the time, so i never invested any time researching it, but i knew about it, but dcc looks so versatile, i like the idea of being able to consist/double head, as my favourite loco set is the hst, and i believe, both ends, such as real life, should be powered, having a power car and a dummy power car beinf trailed isnt as you refer to things "prototypical" I had another idea too, theres lots of videos about coach lighting, and stay-alives, but none explaining the possibility of having dcc chips fitted into the coaches to control the lights Being as prototypical as possible, you wouldnt see a rake of coaches sat in a siding with no loco attached with the lights on in the coaches, as there wouldnt be a loco to provide power to the coaches, would fitting dcc chips to each coach with a stay alive system to control the lights, and including the coach chips in the consist work? I dont think its ever been done

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes Russel, DCC controlled coach lighting is available commercially. Good luck with your project. Regards, Charlie

[@michaelwhite8031]

Why on earth don't these companies add crew to their models.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Some used to! Regards, Charlie

[@RosMarLaw]

Great video as always Charlie, I'm now brave enough to pull apart my Dapol Class 22 and put figures in, lights were a nightmare though. I'm now checking all my stock with a 9v battery, great advice and help for us relative newbies to the hobby.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s just having the confidence in your ability to fix it, once you’ve broken it !

[@Dan-pz2cw]

Great video thanks for keeping us going in this lockdown

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Here to please Dan.

[@pauldavid22212]

There’s something rather special about having locos in your layout you have a connection with. Years ago I had 40122 D200 on an old layout in 00. I remember as a kid going to an open day at Cheshire lines in Warrington and getting to sit in the cab of my hero. Amazing. Keep up the great work and stay safe Charlie.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

A great comment Paul, many thanks.

[@rogersea6529]

not too old at 61 to be arrested ! - you're a soft target for the police - far easier than arresting an angry 19 year old in a shop who's going crazy for being told to wear a mask - best to re-do the video with the words "I am innocent" in few places

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Sorry Roger, I’m guilty as charged

[@rogersea6529]

@@ChadwickModelRailway PHEW ! that was a close shave ! - glad I could be of assistance -

[@fircombehallrailwayoogauge1430]

Can the battery test be done when a chip is fitted or only DC locos?

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes on dc only locos.

[@newburyg]

Charlie I've watched most of your vids this one is probably the best.

[@newburyg]

one so far, by describing your work at Swindon. Also I didn't know your were ex RN!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

We all have our secrets George. Regards Charlie

[@mgzt1]

Charlie, I get so excited when I get a notification on your videos. They’re interesting, educational and very funny. Watching you look to the right, reminded me of a news reader getting distracted. Loved it. Keep up the good work and stay safe. 🚂🚂

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Rob, you're a star.

[@geoffwalker315]

Great. Again. Is that a Maybach diesel?

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It certainly is Geoff.

[@Synthematix]

I think modern dapol stuff is better than bachmann now. charlie if you want to make stunning headcodes use inkjet transparency paper, they look identical to the factory ones, do a video about this m8t if you can. class 17s were my favourite

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

An interseting option mate.

[@Alerrecks]

the hogwarts express bit was hilarious!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Some folks have said it was a bit cruel! Regards Charlie

[@1BCamden]

Charlie, I think we are good with the “wondering off” content ☺️

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks, that’s reassuring.

[@andrewsgarage796]

Good Video Charlie Best regards Andrew

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Andrew.

[@dilwich]

That poor guy being mocked for his Hogwarts Express. . . .

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It was shameful behaviour !

[@colinboyle322]

Hi Charlie, another well informed and presented video. I don't know where you get the time to do all the editing and post processing. I am a humble bloke, just past 60, starting my first "proper" layout, though not in your league, we can but aspire to greater things. My choice of scale is 7mm, but the gauge is a mere 16.5mm. Good old narrow gauge. But I find so many of your videos apply perfectly for what I am trying to achieve. I do have a queerie though..... What disk do you cut your track with in your dremel? Mine seems to chop about 1.5mm out which seems a little excessive. Many thanks and keep safe: By the way the hand sanitizer worked great -got 5litres of ethanol from our local Gin distillery. Colin : Rugeley

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hi Colin, I'm sorry for the delay. My disc is approx 0.7mm thick and it's from squirestools.com

[@James-ih4gz]

in real life were these locos unreliable in real life ??

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes, and in model form too!

[@tidfordjunction]

Hi Charlie. Been suffering from the lurgy so this cheered me up no end. I am a tad older than you so rather than head codes, I used to nick steam loco shed plates at Exeter St David's shed and currently have 83D (then Plymouth Laira) fixed over my workshop door. I think the statute of limitations has run out on us! My layout is mainly SW steam but I have a green Dapol class 22 with sound which runs well and I love it - but it was new and I got Olivias Trains to do the work. Keep up the good work!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

A great comment TJ. Stay safe mate.

[@hermitageroad4713]

A really usfull video thank pete

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Pete.

[@carolbage8300]

Hello Charlie, Another entertaining session. 45 minutes this time, there's value for money. Anyhow, if you have a look at the loco on the rolling road part of the video, you can see that at least one of the axles on the right hand bogie (possibly both) is wobbling so that the wheel doesn't seem to be running concentrically. That might account for the loco wobble and possibly the noise. You mention two manufacturers of loco crew. Can I suggest that for at least one of your locos, your best loco, you put yourself at the helm. When the world gets itself sorted out and things are back to normal, have a word with Alan Buttler at Modelu (lovely bloke) and have him scan you for the driving seat. The results are very good. Stay safe and stay well. Best regards, Bob

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Carol, I'll check thre bogie in time. Me, a driver, you're on!

[@carolbage8300]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Alan has a studio in Bristol and does many shows. Results a superb and many are used at Pendon. Glad you like the idea. Give it a go, when circumstances permit. Thanks, Bob

[@jimkelly6393]

I noticed that as well. Is that the same axle that wasn't picking up. If so could the faults be related. Cheers Jim

[@martinmargerrison2300]

Hello Charlie. If you can identify the font used for the headcode numbers (someone will know, eg LNER is Gil Sans) a decent local signmaker should be able to make you replicas at an affordable price. Best wishes from Slovenia.👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

An interesting point Martin.

[@tonylancaster8704]

Hi Charlie you seem to enjoy choping drivers legs off a bit too much, is there something we should know ??

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I should have been a medic !

[@tonylancaster8704]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Or is that a maniac !

[@mb350]

Hi Charlie, has anyone mentioned cracked axle gears for the thump thump thump sound? Here in Aus we had problems in particular with Trainorama brand locos from mid 2000s, same box and packaging as Dapol. Anyway search for Trainorama 44 replacement gears and I reckon you'll find that might be the problem. Cheers

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Great, thanks for the tip.

[@Lensman3333]

Hello Charlie, I have always been fascinated by Model Railways. I really very much enjoy your videos not only they informative detailed information but also the clever videos and editing. Curiously what editing suite do you use and what camera (s). I am a Pro Stills photographer. Thank You.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I use premiere pro for the editing and the main camera is normally a large Sony camcorder. Regards Charlie

[@dwaynejohnson4892]

I’ve subscribed! You’re a wonderful KZbinr and your age is your strength! Wisdom comes from time. Peace!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heartwarming comment Dwayne, regards Charlie

[@johnsachse6703]

Charlie, your videos are always informative and funny if not outright hilarious. They are also quite educational for us Yanks who enjoy picking up on British humor. Bag of Worms. Of course you did add a pair of homemade Lieutenant Dans for crewmen, but I'll forgive you as I was cackling like a madman whilst you went all Lecter on 'em with the snips!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I’m so pleased that you find the channel entertaining John. It’s great to have you on board, regards Charlie

[@Ron_Ventura]

Hi Charlie. Really enjoyed this video, even though I don’t model British railways. Do locos really have different head codes on each end? How does that work? Thanks. Keep up the great work. Always look forward to your videos.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I'm so pleased that you enjoyed it Ron.

[@kellyparkstone3520]

I have always taken a 9v battery with me to exhibition/shows, its a good tip. An APT-E, that wouldn't be very "prototypical" would it Charlie. The Dapol class73 wasn't much easier, one end was glued solid. If the pick-ups are of the the same weird set up as the 73 (brass strip touching on brass bearings, relying on axle/bearing contact) there is a trick of soldering spring wire from the brass strip to the wheel backs. I cant remember who did the video. Colin

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Colin, I will take it apart in time .........

[@wamgoc]

Another entertaining video Charley. Sad about the engine in the 22. Have to say about half my N Gauge fleet have problems with the motor. The other half are GF. So only have one Dapol OO Loco, seems to work just fine?

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Give it time mate ...........

[@rondobongodouglas1591]

Hello again Charlie, It's Ronnie here again, I don't want to become a bit of a pain but I am currently catching up with your previous videos and loving the content. I think you should see a doctor quite soon as you seem to be laughing at yourself often, but it is very amusing and makes you just like the rest of us.... Mad! Very good to watch your channel, really enjoyable. Many thanks.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I'm so pleased that you enjoyed it Ronnie. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

[@CAPNMAC82]

Hmm, perhaps I better understand why I find your vids so satisfactory. You are a year older than me, and a fellow sailor (although I only had 24 in). Fair winds and following seas.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks matey!

[@andrewtucker3070]

Another great video Charlie. It is a strange hobby when the first thing we do when we buy a new and very expensive model is to stark hacking about with it (sorry making it more prototypical) and voiding any guarantee. I was interested to know that you were a young lad in Swindon about the same time as me. I think I am just a year or two older. The memories of times spent on Swindon Station came flooding back to me when I saw the wonderful 'Spirit of Swindon' model railway at the NEC last autumn (in my favourite N gauge too!).

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Great memories too Andrew. As a matter of interset, in their latter years, my parents lived in the Railway Village.