I Built a Go-Kart for Abandoned Railroads

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[@aaront4472]

Am I the only one who was expecting a train to appear out of nowhere and smash into him, like in the old cartoons.

[@chrisp5426]

Yes, psycho 😂

[@LeafBoard]

You're not the only one.

[@Hi_its_me_actually_me]

No

[@naelstaubli4795]

No I think that to

[@harveyelliott5175]

Merry Christmas Eve

[@thatllwork_official]

You definitely have to try this again!! Still one of the most entertaining stories, even though it didn’t turn out as expected 🔥

[@arhzn]

no replies?

[@LiamTornbjerg]

no@@arhzn

[@sterling5052]

Absolutely agree, I gotta see more of this awesome adventure!

[@MetalShopBuilds]

Yes!!!

[@thatoneavgeek_1]

wow verified

[@egg1223]

I love that someone else was out there doing the same thing! I kind of wish this could become a whole industry for people who wanna chill and see some cool scenery.

[@cjoin83]

It will, this is like the 3rd video to come up on my feed in the past few months of people riding on homemade carts on abandoned tracks. Give it a few years and I bet this stretch of track will be full of DIYer's fighting for track space on their little go cart trains.

[@BlackWolfLeon]

Imagine people throwing miniature steam engines on their carts. That would be so coal

[@Dr.K.Wette_BE]

In Belgium we have something like that, 14 km (8.70 mi) of abandoned railway and small karts. But no engine, it's pedal powered !

[@WiilyDerbbinphlatte]

It's illegal

[@ThatLad685]

Finding another group of people who also built a go-cart train wearing top hats is the greatest plot twist ever 😂

[@misanthropicservitorofmars2116]

They found the higher level players 😂

[@althejazzman]

Train wheels don't rely on the flanges much. They rely on being tapered so the whole vehicle self centres. It also works as a differential for corners.

[@gianni_schicchi]

Yes 👍 those flat wheels are no good

[@astecheee1519]

It might be better described as a limited slip differential. Too much corner (like a spiral) could stop it being very effective.

[@normang3668]

My first thought the second I saw those wheels. Might work okay in a straight line. The second you come to a bend, though...

[@gaborsvorcz4328]

So much knowlege 😂

[@TheAussieRepairGuy]

second this, I was trying to find a way to communicate this also.

[@johns1307]

Need conical wheels, they will keep you on track without the flanges rubbing constantly, the flanges are mainly to prevent derailing from turns and bumps. It will also reduce the stress on the wheels. Your best bet is probably to either weld some cones and the support structures or buy the specially made wheels. If you somehow got a hold of 4 of the right type of rims, you could cut them in half and they'd be pretty easy to mount. Some cheap go-kart rims would work.

[@RadzPrower]

Yeah, I expected that to be a problem when they tried to turn, but the way the video is cut, I'm not sure they ever even made it to a significant turn.

[@Blabus5]

i can't believe guy that wasted so much time didn't google or watch single 10 minute long video how train wheels work, he could make just long cones and not worry about track gauge

[@joel.ha.]

Or just buy railbike wheels?

[@nevillewran4083]

@@Blabus5 Or ensure the difference between 56 inches OD or ID....

[@weerribben47]

@@RadzPrower I did some minor research using context clues from the video to figure out where they started, which was from Dos Cabezas, maps.app.goo.gl/BKNF2Cxmc7vzX2k4A. (At 10:19 you can see the water tower and track switch in the background). From there they headed two miles in the opposite direction from the water tower, so roughly North-West. Their journey ended roughly here at the Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge Parking, maps.app.goo.gl/ULkeTEJnPb2YeMnu7. And indeed there are no significant turns on that route, only minor curves. The real challenge would have come a bit further up the track with a significant almost 180 degree curve

[@leedza]

Railway wheels have a conical profile to counter centrifugal forces at turns. Also it helps with improve the stability and tendency for the wheels to oscillate. Maybe worth considering next time.

[@rogersmith5167]

Railway wheels have a conical profile that acts like differential gear in a car when cornering the taper compensates the wheel speed on a fixed axle

[@Tax_Collector01]

Right, train wheel designs are qualified to be used on train tracks…kinda like how certain submarines are designed and built within standard specifications.

[@user-rf9qu9ol9m]

this guy's friend is a true friend. He will not let him give-up, and continues to push on with him.

[@Suurite]

That sponsorship section was comedy gold. This is my first time watching you and I’m already in love. Keep up the great work !

[@kyleesmythe6694]

Same

[@MadDogTM]

Honestly had me for a min lol I was like whys he so sketchy, then you hear shopify like oh XD

[@DlcEnergy]

That's got to be the best sponsor i've ever seen. So it would seem. 7:25

[@funkmasterchilly]

Same

[@Xshunin]

I am using sponsor block and upon reading this, I watched the ad and I love it!

[@TannerFox]

Ur a legend for actually making this. Wanted to do this for so long

[@prestongoes]

Yooooo! Thanks for watching!! Dude it truly fulfilled a childhood dream of mine. I’ve gotta go back

[@Unknown-UserZ3gFsmT987s3]

hi...

[@bemerz]

wait guys I think he make video :)@@Unknown-UserZ3gFsmT987s3

[@user-ov3gv8gd9k]

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[@timgoodliffe]

lmk if you need help building it haha

[@KLoveberry]

I feel my knowledge of engineering is way more advanced than I previously thought

[@Soundbrigade]

Having no solder experience nor heavy tools and absolutely ZERO workshop, I still want to make a railbike from an old bike to bike some good old railroads around here, possible with a motor attached ... Guys like you give me hope though. And inspiration! Thanks!

[@alden1132]

Ya know, they sell train cart wheels for way cheaper than that, even without switching to polyurethane. 3 minutes of searching, and I found a set some for $26 a pop on Zoro Select, and sets of 4 for a similar price elsewhere. I think you could redo this project with proper train wheels for less than the cost of replacing the engine. This is an awesome project, and it would be a shame to give up, when you're so close to success! One other idea: you could easily incorporate some friction brakes, applied either directly to the wheels, or to the track. One final thing to mention: it probably wouldn't be extremely difficult to devise a "reverse gear," if you switched from a chain to a tensionable belt-based system.

[@1SweetPete]

I agree with the tension belts, but I also think more complexity probably isn't the thing you want many miles from help, in the desert especially. +1 to Train wheels though. Even the $200 ones are cheaper than doing all that work when you value your own time.

[@FeedMeAQuarter]

Also, train wheels have a specific geometry that keeps them on the track using a solid axle and mirrored bevels on them. The flange on the outside it just a safety in case something goes wrong with the wheels tracking.

[@alden1132]

@@1SweetPete I agree about added complexity being liability, especially in a remote, inhospitable environment, but part of the appeal of the idea I mentioned that I didn't expound upon is the ease of repair of such a system. A belt is easier to replace than a gear chain, and you can carry multiple sets with basically no extra weight. Hell, a leather belt could be used in a pinch in most such set-ups. Also, with the right set of belts, you can cut entire sections of the drive-train out if they give you problems. I've seen "bamboo carts" that use a similar idea that can be completely dismantled and removed from the track in SECONDS, axles, platform and engine in separate pieces, with a slip on belt. It's reduced complexity, when you take into account chains and adjusting tension.

[@alden1132]

@@FeedMeAQuarter Indeed. The beveled wheels and flange were critical to making modern trains safe and workable. There's a lot of theory behind such a seemingly simple concept.

[@dustinm2717]

honestly for what its worth i feel like they could even just make some wheels out of some scrap plywood and patience, as long as its round and vaguely in a trail wheel shape (and not made out of what appears to be the crappiest cast metal available...)

[@robjohnston1433]

The BEST integration of a Sponsorship Ad I have EVER seen! You should give lectures to other KZbin Creators on how NOT to piss off their loyal viewers! Not ONLY do I feel more positive about the channel, but also about Shopify!!!

[@user-fd3kn6wz3b]

Am I the only one who’s expecting for the song he made😂

[@spungboy]

i deadass thought he was gonna be arrested 💀

[@thatoneoddgamer2nd]

i normally fast forward the sponsor bits but this i had to see bloody spot on

[@z3mrbx582]

why would he be using a flashlight during the day bru1@@spungboy

[@Cmareon]

Yeah it was actually entertaining and made me want do download shopify lol 😂 most of the time I just skip past youtubers ads but this one made me want to watch. More youtubers should do this

[@MrMR-sk8jm]

love how his friend just casually committed a federal crime to promote shopify

[@EndoPvP]

OMG, your sawngs have me lawling... the music/dance cut aways you do are so freakin hilarious!

[@artfuyung]

You got to TRULY appreciate friends like that. Ones who don’t let you quit when you hit that unexpected wall. Mad respect

[@McDeezy_]

You already know what I’m gonna say… PUT MORE ENGINES!!!

[@Unknown-UserZ3gFsmT987s3]

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[@yesrboo382]

vroom

[@Dell-Back]

Time for a "Tim The Tool Man" upgrade!

[@therealsamreid]

McDeezy you dawg!

[@myacidninjatheamazing1025]

@@Dell-Backtake the v8 from his pencil sharpener and youre good to go. there and back in only 30 gallons!

[@ricklord7144]

Probably one of the most entertaining videos ever! No joke! Please continue on with this crazy but fun endeavor of yours! I along with thousands of others want to travel with you across the great trestle!

[@MisterFurious71]

This is the very definition of someone’s reach exceeding their grasp…love the effort; keep going, you’ll get there!

[@sgrey9181]

Absolutely do this again. I really want you getting to the impossible bridge, that would be epic. Also you should hit up any of the guys from the Safety Third podcast to help you with the engineery bits

[@Geo-wc7jc]

i second this!

[@ZXPHYR-]

I Third This

[@roadsidegarage69]

@@ZXPHYR- I safety third this

[@annoyinggrandpaGAKE]

6:33 OMG PRESTON THAT WAS SO GOOD

[@patricklondon962]

I knew a couple of guys who built railroad Go-Karts 50 years ago. At that time most of the trains around here never used the tracks on Sunday.

[@scope646]

Please pleeease film your next trial! I just loved the story! No lies there, I had goose bumps watching this video. I lived the adventure with you guys! And hats off to Mo for being THAT friend that pushes you not to stop

[@fredles1]

preston's hyper focused drone flying face with his tongue all over the place always cracks me up

[@Unknown-UserZ3gFsmT987s3]

lol

[@benjamindingman8822]

Wildly impressed by the quality of this content. It's so good! The ideas, editing, music, vibes, dedication. Amazing.

[@TrickyThe0ne]

I love when creators actually put effort into their sponsorships when they do that I never skip them, and it actually makes me think about the service.

[@Cyancat123]

Those people you came across were DEFINITELY supervillians looking for lost gold

[@nxp22]

I don’t think I’m the only one who wants to see a part 2! I’m ready for it

[@Radioactive4001]

If you would like to try this again, I will give you a bit of info, train wheels aren't actually designed that way. There is a slight curve between the riding part of the wheel, and the flange. meaning it can navigate curves easier. the best thing to do is to rebuild the wheels entirely, because even without the broken wheels, it would have been very hard to navigate the curved without banging them up. If you need more context on wheel designs, search up a picture of railroad wheels and you will see what I mean.

[@scientificuppercut]

the wheels failed because they are cast pot petal.

[@ViolentKisses87]

Agreed the wheels need a "V" shape to be self centering and not risk jumping the track along curves

[@tailstechvideos2327]

​@scientificuppercut yeh but even if they hadn't failed like that, without the proper design he would never have made it past any curves and turns

[@EndoPvP]

You are livin your best life for all of us other dudes.... doin' dumb (ie fun) sh*t and havin a blast. never stop doing this!

[@The_YellowGuy_]

That transition from a police pullover to an ad was so smooth 😂

[@txzgl4302]

you should totally do this again! when you do, i suggest using brake drums for the wheels. they’re all one part, and you can find them for pretty cheap!

[@tailstechvideos2327]

The wheel still need to be sloped so that there's not too much friction and/or the train derailes

[@Mrbotlegmechani]

​@@tailstechvideos2327that's why it's good to use drumbrakes because some designs are awfully similar to train wheels

[@joel.ha.]

​@@Mrbotlegmechanibruh no. Just buy railbike wheels.. like $100 for 4

[@LNERJ15]

​@@joel.ha. you can get four Chevy cavalier brake drums (they're the best suited for this From what I can tell) for forty dollars

[@joel.ha.]

@@LNERJ15 oh damn that would be better youre right

[@charmanderpokemon8489]

"A lot of it felt like adult LEGOs, like just connecting things to other things," that... that is engineering in a nutshell.

[@electricpaisy6045]

not for the engineer who engineers the parts itself😄

[@felixfelix8940]

It's creative play in a nutshell. Engineering is a science. You need both to make something that works.

[@alexcreates7171]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make a part 2 where you do this again. I would absolutely love to see you guys make it to the bridge. Keep up the great work.

[@MisatoBestWoman]

Legendary experience so far, I'm loving this video. Truly an inspiration!

[@user-nx3di3kf9z]

This man is literally the best KZbinr on the entire platform.

[@CoasterComedy]

yeah whats up with that XD. Also here before this blows up

[@Nash_cash]

Fr he’s so underrated!

[@difanaufal]

true that

[@That_one_guy_gtag]

bannana

[@eliaslomelin2590]

I've never had a favorite content creator, but seeing that you uploaded a new video really makes my day. Thank you for continuing to do what we all enjoy here

[@katiesummerrow]

🥹🥹🥹

[@GhostSenshi]

Bro. When I was a kid, like over 20 years ago, this is the one thing I wanted to do. This is so awesome to see someone bring this dream to life

[@shipman5884]

Do it again! I'm into trains, and I've seen these types of videos, so I really want you to see this in person. Even though I live in Canada, I still have the internet to see it.😊❤

[@alejandrocastro211]

that is amazing. A very bit of advice, train wheels are conic for a good reason. If you want to go faster without issues, is a must. I wish you a lot of fun!

[@KayoMichiels]

One thing you could have done to improve the wheels to keep centered.. is to make it them conically shaped so that they will move themselves towards the center when they wander off, or you come a cross a curve.

[@bradenparker-gb5xi]

"the wheels are going in the opposit direction" killed me

[@carbpumper]

There are a lot of folks who rattle through pretending to know what they are doing on here. This however was so great to watch. Seemed like the out of the box gearing worked great

[@ShortFormProductions]

Jeff Bridges in the photo, as an editor, I approve 😂 Also, just wanted to say I love your videos. The songs you create, the mission you go on, you really inspire me man, can't imagine how long these videos take, thank you so much for all your hard work 🙏

[@prestongoes]

The fact that you saw Jeff made my night hahaha thank you so much!! Such a blast making this one, glad you enjoyed it 🫡

[@ShortFormProductions]

only editors catch the small things haha @@prestongoes

[@TheTechAdmin]

13:41 I've said this before and I'll say it again. THIS IS WHY I WATCH YOUR VIDEOS! Even though you didn't succeed the goal, you uploaded the video. Other KZbinrs *_only_* upload their successes, so the moment you hit play, there's no suspense. But with your videos, I never know if you'll make it or not!! Which makes the ones you do succeed, that much sweeter. Take care buddy! Looking forward to the next video!

[@TheTechAdmin]

And yes, I want to see a part 2!!! ( I'm saying this in a reply so people who read the comments before/while watching the video, don't know the outcome )

[@brandonpetrisky2058]

Absolutely loved this, had a smile on the entire time! I really enjoyed your songs lol thank you for brightening up my day.

[@SalmanMentos]

Every youtuber should do every sponsor like this This shopify sponsor was so fun and enjoyable unlike normally when youtubers yap about sponsors

[@Ooogadaboogadayayaya69nice]

This dude about to be the #1 cause of abandoned railway accidents involving DIY cars

[@felixfelix8940]

Finally. The ONE comment I've seen so far that sees the sheer idiocy here.

[@Bruno_Kay]

Legendary concept man! Seen this guy rolling around on railroad karts on Instagram and I knew if someone with a lot of knowledge about youtube content would try this, it could turn into an absolute banger! You did it! 🎉 Keep it up!

[@Lego_astronaut.]

I saw a guy do this 2 years ago (the name of yt is whydotas)

[@Landan13]

It would be even more cooler if the Delorean time machine was on the tracks.

[@docham]

I applaud your tenacity. A truly mind-blowing adventure.

[@ShawnJBurke]

Does shopify bonus you for having amazing commercials? Literally have never skipped one.

[@MJBclassics]

How is this dude not already famous??? Amazing project and the songs are ridiculous.

[@matthewdudley1363]

Bro understood the assignment, then went to the desert anyway

[@tomcarr4982]

You guys are awesome. Love your songs with clever lyrics! I admire your determination. Thank you for the inspirational talk to "not give up". Well done guys. (Sorry,the comment was meant for the vid where you get to the bridge).

[@dimitrirosales2214]

Please make another video on this, this was an awesome idea and I would love to see it work

[@maplejakee]

Your content is so underrated Preston, thanks for putting out good stuff all year! 2024 is gonna be your year. Merry Christmas

[@xgamer6135]

Fax

[@Unknown-UserZ3gFsmT987s3]

fax x2

[@RandomPerson_860]

Facts , not fax, ITS 5 LETTERS JUST TYPE NORMALLY

[@xgamer6135]

@@RandomPerson_860 srry

[@xgamer6135]

@@RandomPerson_860 I mean sorry

[@obscuritystunt]

The musical interludes have me ROLLING 😂

[@davidfranzkoch9789]

That was so wholesome. Made me smile all the way through.

[@zelinix7344]

the sponsor part was so awesome! It's the first time I didn't cringe when watching a sponsor-message. Good Job Dude! :)

[@kirklinguinihoodinithecubo8525]

I love watching people build stuff because they can. I always see people put a lot of effort into making something that's probably boring and making it entertaining. I really want to see more.

[@mr.fredricklawngtawnghedav5094]

How to video with personality! Very original! This guy isn't an artist. He's an ARtiest!

[@jonahjergen]

bro that ad placement was prime

[@biglowwoodcraft]

Okay holy dang. You and I are newly instagram pals but I hadn't watched a full one of your videos until now. I have a best bud who I go build natural dams with and drink beverages. Some kind of obsession with scouting great stream locations, altering the ecosystem, shooting for the highest water level differential before it gets dark, before ultimately destroying our dam so we don't actually ruin too much of the earth. This video seems to have that energy and now I'm gonna go watch the rest of your entire catalog, thanks, very great, goood job.

[@TobyBoyd68]

Bro! That was actually so fun!! You definitely need to do another one.

[@imtootiredforthis7694]

If you ever need to find the width of railroad tracks, just measure the distance across the rears of two horses plus a beam in between. Thanks Chariots for still be relevant to this day!

[@Bioruss]

I agree you seriously need to do this again. This is one of my favorite videos I have seen this year so far. Can't wait great video with loads of laughs. Great job fellas. Gonna sub so I don't miss any more of you great work. Thanks for sharing.

[@obetz4160]

We have a lot of that here in the Philippines. It's one of the transportation of people near our railroads, we've been using that for decades now. We also have a lot of abandoned railways.Yours are a bit modern.

[@UrbFoxFact]

amazing talent. the major 7th 2 chord riff with autotune and close harmony vocal explaining what had happened was amazing funny. the shopify commercial was sublime. you're engaging the audience in all areas. wow. i love youtube.

[@ericwenzel1619]

Showed up in my recommended... glad I watched!! Don't know if I was just too high or what, but your singing had me waking up my wife by laughing too loud😂😂

[@happychannel8626]

You need to try and cross that bridge again. Just a small video about it, PLEASE!!!! I beg you!! 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@mayaswelltryit...8327]

I really hope the next time you do a project, you remember the time you lost an entire day because you refused to find a set of railroad tracks near your house to slap a tape measure on.

[@gregsylvester9079]

Yes... as I di many times when I finally got it right as a young person. I think the video was more about hits..

[@moorev]

An amazing piece of content to wrap up a wild year! Great work man - can’t wait to see what you hatch up for 2024!

[@KrazyKaiser]

Really incredible that someone else was doing the same thing as you independently, kinda lucky you fucked up on the first day although it's also good that they ultimately didn't need to rescue you.

[@Terrible_tingles]

I just discovered this channel. This is so chaotic and random, but i'm all here for it!

[@ErikPelyukhno]

I love that he’s got Eric on speed dial. To be fair, if my friend texted me late at night that they needed help loading their homemade train track car onto a trailer I’d be very interested to come help

[@Plucky478]

Most creative KZbinr Songs✅ Fun to watch✅ Creative✅ Needs millions of subs✅ Actually fun to watch sponsorships✅

[@Plucky478]

Yes

[@rodneybuckentime4838]

the only thing that would make this better for a basic working machine is to make the wheels conical in shape. this would allow it to dynamically adjust and travel around bends/curves much smoother. even if it's DIY for them to reach said shape, it would be much better than the setup used for the wheels here.

[@coloradomallcrawlers]

I’m a locomotive engineer and thought this was great. The “off-roading” wasn’t bad either. Great job!

[@jayaline]

Awesome idea. Rail is almost zero rolling resistance, super efficient. Can you source an old railroad handcar? Big strong platform and wheels. Add the electric motor and the platform is so solid I bet it could take a couple of comfy armchairs and you'll have a great little transporter !!!!

[@thisismyname8627]

Why do i get the feeling you were the kind of guy who a lot of people said no to as a younger person. Because of this you always try to achieve everything without asking for help

[@katiesummerrow]

HAHAHAHA

[@seraaron]

I can't believe there was another group doing the exact same thing as you on the same day!

[@chrismackay8314]

That cart is awesome. You are an inspiration. Wtf - there were random other people with a similar cart? No way

[@bobhawkey3783]

Life is chaotic. This build fits right in. Great job.❤

[@thetntgirlanimation]

Bro slowly becoming mark rober 😅

[@abdraoufx]

I don't usually like videos but you get one for the extra effort and good friendship

[@xRGTMx]

This video has the best ad plug I have ever seen. Honestly impressive.

[@powerflame2000]

Loved the video. The transition into the ad was so smooth, and you somehow made an ad enjoyable! I wish more youtubers did this.

[@TylerBlanchard]

Banger baby

[@McDeezy_]

Real

[@KrisC2k]

Please continue this because this is actually my childhood dream to build a rail cart

[@sagatuppercut2960]

I like his do-it-yourself, trial and error style.

[@WW_Studios]

That is the best sponsored segment ever! love it LOL

[@jamarjobs]

I also love bridges so I would love to see you try again. And it would be dope if you branded it something clever like you did with the Scootcase, I loved that!! And no lie, I just so happen to be wearing my put more engines shirt today.

[@vmob7039]

Impressive. As a stem guy I really appreciate this kind of thing

[@RelateGREAT]

Love this kind of figure it out as you go engineering! Well done!

[@ilannlabbe9321]

Yes, definitely do this again. TIP: I noticed you were using cylindrical wheels (bc they’re cheaper ik) but that might be why they broke down so easily. If you git conical wheels it’ll be more stable on the track. Just look up a youtube video of why train wheels aren’t flat.

[@ramonvilla1409]

You have to make it to the bridge fam. You can’t leave us like this

[@buddymartin7923]

Hey!!! You thought. You built. You learned. You'll rebuild!! Awesome job fellas!!

[@Jacloch]

First video I've seen from you but this is absoulutely epic! Definitely need to see part 2!