Seaboard Central - Adding Trackside Details

[@dexterdog62]

You’ve created some of the most realistic track I’ve ever seen. Whenever I’m on Google Earth just looking for prototype inspiration, I’ve noticed the variation in the colour of the ties under the rail. Too often modellers miss this detail. You’ve absolutely nailed that effect!

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! I appreciate it. Something I notice while I am working is how they vary depending on their age.

[@David-yo5re]

I have been following your channel since your introduction and review of the Proto Throttle DCC controller you use. You have a gift. You know how to make it look so realistic. If I didn't already know it was a model scene I would think it was the view from a drone. Very well done sir. I loved your old layout and was a little sad to see you dismantle it, but this new layout is looking amazing and is going to be a masterpiece.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks so much for the awesome comment David. The first layout was pretty much a learning layout. I used it to experiment and try new techniques and ideas. With this one I’m still learning but I want to really try to push myself to exceed my expectations. Thanks again for following along! Tim

[@David-yo5re]

@@SeaboardCentral you are welcome.

[@pm8302]

Tim!!! Not only are you fine railroader, you are a beautiful artist. Your creativity and detail are second to none. My father was a Superintendent with NS in the NS/NW coal fields. My brother and I both have followed in out footsteps. Allen is a good friend of ours, and we talk every so often.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thank you for the kind comments! I’ve got a special video coming out next week that I’m sure you can appreciate so be sure to tune in for it. Stay safe and keep on Railroadin’ my friend!

[@thecnwmondovilinepaulscota7304]

Another fantastic video, Tim, thank you! I think what sets a layout apart are the details, the attention to detail in all facets, and trackside details really make the scene!

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! I agree the details can make a huge difference but for me the most important is color and texture. It’s always a struggle for so many to get it right. That’s why I am always striving to master that skill and pushing myself to try new ideas. Stay tuned! More to come! Tim

[@houseofrandomness]

The end result looks great!! Everything is flowing together nicely.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! Stay tuned. More to come.

[@205004gs]

Another great one! Looking forward to next week!✌️👏

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks Gene!

[@dougkinney3207]

Another great video! Love the Realistic Water in the mud puddles Thanks for showing

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Bntrainmaster1]

Another awesome video. I have been watching your videos for some time, and each and every time, I am amazed at your attention to detail. Thank you for sharing, and I can't wait until the next video. Keep up the fantastic work.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thank you for the support! Glad you enjoy the SC! I’ve got a lot of videos planned out. Stay tuned for more and thanks again for watching!

[@JosephMusgrove]

Trackside details are one of my favorite parts of the hobby. You can do some cool stuff!

[@SeaboardCentral]

Yes they can really add a lot of interest to a scene plus they are helpful in telling a story of what you are trying to depict. A fun part of the process for sure!

[@kevinbohnenblust5844]

Great as always, Tim! You inspire and educate with every video. Much appreciated!

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks Kevin! I really appreciate it.

[@bnsfcsxbob1526]

It’s looking real good Tim watching your videos are getting me excited to start building my layout in my new house

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks so much! I am happy that the SC is inspiring people just like you to build a layout. Building a layout can be very rewarding and can provide so much relief from everything else that is going on in our world. Tim

[@jimh7557]

Excellent job on softening the sharp angles of your backdrop. Very nice work.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thank you!

[@ontariorail1251]

Awesome update, I really like the use of the cross ties and rails trackside.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! Stay tuned. More to come.

[@csxtq110]

Dang dude, your attention to detail is outgaeous. After being in my house for 6 years I am finally about to start rebuilding my layout because of the inspiration I get from your videos.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Wow! Thanks! Glad I can help inspire!

[@shaunrobertson1857]

So detailed can’t wait until the whole layout is expanded more and detailed some more great stuff

[@SeaboardCentral]

I can’t wait too. Wish I could work on it full time but my job on the prototype doesn’t give me a lot of free time.

[@19scamps92]

This was AWESOME! specially those dirty water mud effects, i didnt know about that product! Great work Tim Cheers Your fan from Switzerland

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@ATrainGames]

Looks stellar! Great work and simple and to-the-point video. Thanks for sharing!

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks!

[@scotabot7826]

Another Great video Tim!! I really appreciate the tips, and how to's. Your RR is so realistic and very scale looking!!

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks so much!

[@georgiasunbelt]

Looks really good Tim…more great tips to use in scenery creation…thanks

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks!

[@TheLEMRR]

Looks great, as always, Tim

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thank you!

[@bbrailroad6284]

Love your attention to detail.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thank you so much!

[@paulkirkmanMYTRAINS]

Very detailed. Lots of steps. Looks really good.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks Paul!

[@tommynorwood5184]

I have just subscribed to your channel. I like what i saw in your video nice job. I’m just getting ready to start doing scenery. Those were some helpful tips and ideas. Thanks for sharing. Have a good day.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks for the subscription Tommy! Happy to have you aboard for the ride. Be sure to check out some of my earlier videos. I have a whole series on building a layout and adding scenery. Cheers! Tim

[@davestrains6816]

Great techniques. Wonderful video and thanks for sharing. Dave

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks Dave!

[@elsdp-4560]

Thank you for sharing. You make it look easy, very nice.👍

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks for watching!

[@robertlewis7237]

thank you for super detailed video as great watching all time from Australia

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks Robert!

[@MRR_Shadowolf]

Great tips and very nice detailing!

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! I appreciate it.

[@JasonTrew2018]

Tim, here's an idea, get yourself a big bottle of Elmer's white glue and fill up the small bottle of scenic cement halfway up and fill the rest with water this way you can have you enough to last a long time.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! Yes, I’ve done that before. Works good.

[@keithdenner9441]

Looking great!

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks!

[@moawademan]

So beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thank you!

[@ratled1]

Thanks Tim for another great video. Amazing progress you are making on the new layout. Any chance you can post a short video of closeups of the finished results... especially the dried puddles?

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! Yes sir. I will continue to tweak the scene and then show the final results on my monthly layout update video. But you can keep your eye out because this scene will be featured in a special presentation coming out next Sunday.

[@arturocabrera4597]

CONGRATULATIONS ! NICE VIDEO !

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thank you!

[@Christiane069]

Very nicely done.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks!

[@doublediamondrailroad5949]

Looks Good 😊

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@ThomasKlimoski]

Looking great Tim! I like how you added the mud puddles and lots of texture to the parking area. Is it common to have derails on yard tracks? I can imagine it would be easy to miss removing them and put a car on the ground. How do you like the derails by Scotty's Model Shop? I am very happy with mine, Scott did a nice job on them. I am looking forward to seeing what you have planned for the next episode. -Tom

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks Tom! In some cases, yes there are derails on individual yard tracks. GE Yard on the Stone Mountain Industrial park is a good example. I had to do it this way because there wasn’t enough room on the lead between the yard ladder switch and mainline. I really like the derails but I have had to shave them down to get them below the railhead when open. An Athearn Genesis unit would hit them otherwise. And they’re fragile. I’ve already messed two up and had to make them part of the scenery as evidenced by the two on the pallet.

[@ThomasKlimoski]

@@SeaboardCentral Hi Tim, thanks for the additional information on the derails.

[@DarkTerritory71]

Well! You've done it now!? Snakes are going to be in the old crossties, the guys are going to twist an ankle in the parking lot, and possibly fall in a mud hole. I hope the Seaboard Central has workman's comp? On a serious note, this has been interesting, and man, this makes quite a bit of difference in the scenes. Thanks for sharing

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks for watching! Safety is always first on the SC! 😁

[@pacset2]

very nice work Tim.. Looks great, attention to detail 👍..BTW are those run thru switch stands ?..Lol

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! Negative on the run thru switch stands. 😂

[@pacset2]

@@SeaboardCentral rodger that 🤣

[@kinnywolf2862]

Great video

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks Kinny!

[@RFMCabooseNP1713]

Nice work.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks Robert!

[@sernajrlouis]

Awesome video

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thank you!

[@newenglandrailwaynerr1552]

Wow looks great needs some more grass on the yard tracks and maybe some abandoned trackside buildings would really big out the scene

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks! Yes it’s a work in progress.

[@newenglandrailwaynerr1552]

@@SeaboardCentral can’t wait to see the end result.

[@radionut4422]

The ties in the pile look larger and longer than those under the rails. Is that just perspective from the camera? I realize there is ballast around those under the rails.

[@SeaboardCentral]

The ties in the pile are actual wooden ties that I have stained a few years ago. I forget the brand but they probably are a little larger than the Micro Engineering plastic ties.

[@FiveElms]

Love it!

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks!

[@shaunrobertson1857]

And you should try and rust up those crossbucks a little to show they been there for awhile

[@SeaboardCentral]

I tried to simulate galvanized metal on them. But I might add a little weathering to show some age.

[@mikehowey4869]

Small things can add a lot to scenes.

[@SeaboardCentral]

Yes they can definitely make things more interesting.

[@joeraderblackrockcentralrr]

MORE great tips

[@SeaboardCentral]

Thanks Joe!

[@GaBigfootTrains]

I think that Switcher is the best engine in the world!

[@SeaboardCentral]

She’s hard to beat.