REALISTIC SCENERY & NEW Industry in HO SCALE - Ep 6

It’s a new episode with a lot of progress! This has been a month in the making but I think it a came out lookin pretty good! I stepped out of my comfort zone with some ideas in this video and I'm just glad that they worked out lol
Edited with Adobe Premiere
Music - KZbin Music
Camera - Sony ZH1
#ModelTrains #HOScale #TrainLayout

[@donnieshaffer741]

You did an excellent job by proving that not every industrial site has to be rail-serviced.

[@kevo05s]

What can be fun is adding an abandonned rail that isn't connected to the track as if the industry had been previously serviced by rail but isn't anymore

[@TheNorthwestWind]

agree - siding still there but weeded up, and switch from main is pulled or severed @@kevo05s

[@trevertravis8963]

@@kevo05s I see that all the time in real life.

[@sirenhead8767]

Honey wake up… Top Railroad posted again 🗣️🗣️🗣️

[@paullewis1814]

Your work looks great I like your choice businesses especially the propane and the grean silos

[@John_F.]

Propane and propane products is a good industry to have on the layout.

[@TheNorthwestWind]

Def one of my fav Model RR youtubers

[@TopRailroad]

Thanks :)

[@tuglifeHO]

I really enjoy your videos, it helps me a ton and I like that you use sensibly priced materials to capture the look. Have fun modelling!!

[@KandWRailroader]

Excellent idea with the foam to help determine how to cut to fit to a location on the layout.

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you!

[@trainboydavidson]

the way you make the dirt inspired me to do it like that

[@cncpgreatlakesdiv4896]

very nice thanks for the post.😊😊👍👍

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you for watching!

[@ReshaProd]

I can’t explain how excited I was for another video. I have been checking you Channel like multiple times a day for so long now 😅

[@TopRailroad]

Thanks man! That’s really nice 😁

[@rickdee67]

Your videos are fun! I would suggest that when you apply decals not to take the decal off of the backing paper until it’s almost in position where you intend to put it. Especially one that big, get it close to where it’s going and slide the paper out from under it. Good job though

[@csxnspittsburghdivision8580]

Nice update

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you!

[@schadowolf]

Great video/tips/techniques! Well done!

[@TopRailroad]

Thanks so much!

[@trainguy69]

whenever a new episode of this comes out my day gets better

[@trainboydavidson]

same here

[@Bryson-iy7mg]

Very good video, can’t wait for the final layout video

[@JohnSchuster-yc6dp]

I don’t want it to end.

[@Bryson-iy7mg]

@@JohnSchuster-yc6dp I mean like the final product of the look

[@sergioarroyoguerrero5434]

Me too. And see to Binx in the layout. My dog Scooby Doo is good with the cats. Scrappy Doo is friend of Binx. Scooby Dum is a good dog. Binx friend.

[@bentontrains2076]

You did a great job! You next video should be showing off all your cars and stuff

[@donaldkormos5529]

Thanks for the modeling tips!!!

[@Theconductor607]

Keep up the videos man! really enjoyable and inspiring to watch your videos.

[@TopRailroad]

I appreciate it!

[@manshedrailroad]

Great job! I really like how the hill turned out.

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you man!

[@bbrailroad6284]

Looking good 💯

[@emorymathis5389]

Another great video. Like the look of more elevation on your layout. Can't wait to see the next video.

[@TopRailroad]

Same here! Thank you :)

[@jasper_saberwolf]

Awesome work as always! I'm working on some very similar topography in my layout soon so this has great tips to go by. The decals still look good, I sometimes try to blend torn decals into some weathering so that it looks a little more realistic, like a faded or damaged/scratched finish that messed up part of a sign or logo.

[@TopRailroad]

Good idea! I’ll have to weather mine up sometime

[@MrThatARMAguy]

Might consider doing a little earthmoving or civil site, could have half built building, grading and asphalt equipment, just a little touch to make it feel like its developing.

[@TopRailroad]

That’s a good idea!

[@alberthofer679]

Sometimes if the decals are old they get brittle, spray a light coat of gloss or dull coat on before soaking. It actually works really good and firms up the decal, the decal might seem a little thicker but the solvent will hold it down.

[@TopRailroad]

That’s a good tip!

[@edoneil1875]

You make things look very easy to do. Thanks for sharing

[@pm565b2]

Very informative video, thanks for sharing. I also get visits from feline tornadoes.

[@TopRailroad]

😂

[@EL-nc1cs]

Great scene TR.....the layout is really coming together!! Hey I'd add a set of Rix Product's auto guard rails along the edge of the retaining wall. That's one hell of a drop- off!!!

[@TopRailroad]

Yeah I’m going to get some Pikestuff guard rails at some point. It is a pretty bad drop off haha

[@sergioarroyoguerrero5434]

16:53 Binx in the layout. Scooby Doo is a good dog with you 🐱.

[@EmperorsPath]

removing the tape on the edge of the road was the best thing. That was so satisfying

[@TopRailroad]

It’s my favorite 😂

[@tractorrailfan_1]

Nice to see a new vid, love how good your layout is looking

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you man!

[@davestrains6816]

Great tips, thanks for sharing. Dave

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you Dave!

[@MidtownSun]

Great work on not getting frustrated and overcoming the obstacles! It also helps to see others have the same problems that I have, so thank you for sharing the decal issues.

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you man!

[@IF_California]

I’m doing this on my layout now, nice idea

[@SianiAnne]

Excellent! :)

[@cbrailroader642]

Nice work there, great little scene! 👍

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you!

[@sergioarroyoguerrero5434]

Scenery & new industry in the HO scale layout. Good job my friend. The 🐱 Binx in the layout. Scooby Doo is a good dog, Binx friend. Scooby Dum is a nice dog. Scrappy Doo my pup, Binx friend.

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you! Scooby doo is Binxs friend 🐱

[@sergioarroyoguerrero5434]

​@@TopRailroad Videos building N scale layout please and you 🐱 Binx, friend of my dog Scooby Doo. Scooby Dum my pup. Scrappy Doo is a nice pup

[@acrranscaleandlifejourney4330]

Very nice looking scenery there. Love watching you at work. Sorry the decals were a pain to get on, but in the end you pulled it off😊! Thanks for sharing.

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you 😁

[@straightto8]

Good work! This is just my two cents here. To add more interest I would have had a switch come off that curve. Then have track go up a small embankment and to those tanks as a one car siding for the propane dealer. I’m into switching, so when I see some space I think best how to utilize it for an industry. You’ve got a great track foreman, I’ve got four myself. :-) I’ve subbed your channel, I’ll share mine with you when I start uploading videos.

[@TopRailroad]

I actually used to have a switch on that curve in the beginning haha but I took it off cause I don’t want the layout to be too crowded

[@straightto8]

@@TopRailroad Yes, that’s the flip side when things get too crowded, gotta find a balance. Especially if it’s rural, wouldn’t be as crowded as say an urban setting where things are often times more condensed.

[@sergioarroyoguerrero5434]

Can,t wait to see the next video of the HO scale layout, and you 🐱 Binx, friend of my dog Scooby Doo. Scooby Dum is a nice dog. Scrappy Doo my pup.

[@FairweatherProductions3566]

Excellent job still love the idea of more a switching layout than a main line

[@AkaSoggyBunz]

This is turning out so good

[@TopRailroad]

Appreciate it 😁

[@zero2Steve]

Keep up the good work!

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you!

[@martinhanley23]

Very nice mate

[@garrettlayout6598]

Great idea for road! 😅

[@ANZACmodels]

The reason the decals didn’t work at 18:27 was because you need to take them directly from the backing paper to the propane tanks

[@sergioarroyoguerrero5434]

1:00 Binx in the layout. My dog Scooby Doo is good with you 🐱. Good job my friend.

[@NicholassTrainChannel]

Nice video mate. The scene came together nicely. Here is a tip for when you put decals on your models. Use warm water with a dash of dishwashing liquid. Those two together will stop the decal from curling up when it comes in contact with the water. Decals are not an easy thing to apply especially to a surface that's not flat! Hope that helps. Looking forward to the next one.

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you man! I appreciate the tips I’ll have to try them out next time so it’s not a disaster lol

[@AllenCNW441]

Suggest keeping the decal on the paper backing when removing it from the water, place it near the location and slide it off with a brush or foam blotter-having the surface wet with the “Sol” or water allows it to be positioned. Maybe that’s why they’re called “water slide decals”

[@Paul--88]

Always used my fingers to apply decals. I have those tanks they are 25 years old.

[@shawnpowell5876]

Great video of the progress you've made! I really like the area you did for the Propane Tanks. The ground, road and the walls turned out great! I'm really impressed with your layout and enjoy your videos! Thanks again Trey and look fwd to the next video. Cheers from Laurel, Delaware USA. I had a Reconstructive back surgery on March 1st and going through my recovery period now along with physical therapy.

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you Shawn I always look forward to your comments! Hope you have a speedy recovery!

[@shawnpowell5876]

​@@TopRailroadif you were ever to get stickers of your KZbin channel would you be willing to donate one to add to the wal in my railroad room I'm creating? My lay is coming along nicely but on hold as I heal up.

[@TopRailroad]

If I ever do make stickers you will be the first to get a one man!

[@HotRodRodney25]

jig saw works too

[@JohnSchuster-yc6dp]

Yay

[@Shelvington_Railway]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Liked and Subbed! Cheers. Andy

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you!

[@sergioarroyoguerrero5434]

14:47 Binx in the layout. My dog Scooby Doo is good with you 🐱.

[@RVA1954]

Looks nice and great recovery on the decal. But, what should you have done different with the decal? I would had done the same thing. I love Binx, he’s the BEST influencer on KZbin.

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you man! I was told to transfer straight from the sheet instead of separating them. But yes he is the best haha

[@gerlandkent6377]

👍

[@breydence_8912]

I would like to buy foam and Do a train layout like you and Nice layout

[@AemJaY]

what kind of tape is this? dont know if we have stuff like this in switzerland. or maybe another word for this. but great idea to do a road. thanks for the vid!

[@TopRailroad]

It’s pop dot tape, I get it at my local dollar tree. It’s kinda like woodland scenics paving tape just much cheaper!

[@tipjar5]

what do you use for your bench for the layout ?

[@TopRailroad]

It’s all 2x2s and 1/8 inch plywood

[@tipjar5]

@@TopRailroad preicate it sauceboss

[@brucemacdonald4672]

Could you give us a link for that tape you used,thanks. ☃️👍👍

[@TopRailroad]

I’ll add it to the description soon here

[@breydence_8912]

Hi I like your propane tank

[@TopRailroad]

Thank you!

[@drewharman1690]

Are you no adding roadbed under your track ?

[@TopRailroad]

Not on these sections of the layout since there’s so much tracks. Industrial/yard areas are sometimes flat and not elevated

[@Phoenixknight79]

every time I go to the dollar tree store here in my town, i ask them if they have any of that tape and they say they don't carry it.

[@TopRailroad]

Oh man that sucks, mine always has it in the arts/crafts section. Maybe they don’t know what it is

[@FairweatherProductions3566]

Commercial P lol

[@tomalcock620]

Looks great, man!!!

[@TopRailroad]

Thanks man!

[@russrockino-rr0864]

Sculptamold is a much better product than WS Mold a Scene,IMO. Sculptamold is much easier to work with and holds down better on the foam. Great Video, Thanks for Sharing!

[@TopRailroad]

100% agree! I used to only use that before but I thought I’d give this product a try