Spring '22 Layout Update - SD90/43mac's Make their Debut

[@CM-ARM]

Hey things are really looking good. I made myself some trees the other day using your methods. Wanted to say thank you. Thank God I don't need your numbers but I will need a lot. Looking forward to seeing more and hopefully you are having some fun, Chris

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks Chris. Glad to hear you getting success with the trees. Cheers. -grant

[@CM-ARM]

@@SouthernAlbertaRail thank you Sir

[@Darsig67]

The realism you work towards shows. Love the speed you run the trains, and the sheer length of the trains are part of that.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate your feed back. Cheers!

[@DarkTerritory71]

Split all the hair you want! WOW! this is great!

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks a bunch Mark.

[@brtree74]

Hi Grant. Awesome update. The new scenery sections are looking amazing. Love those UP SD90/43Mac’s. Cheers, Brad.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks Brad. Cheers. grant

[@txag007]

Great update Grant!!!! I am happy to report I am about 2 months away from having some dedicated space to start my own layout! I had to compromise and give the kids the newly finished basement area to play with and I will be working in at 13' x 15' room. Freelancing a track layout is a bit of a stressful task!

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Good to hear you're nearing construction. Always exciting to have a clean slate in front of you to work with. Have fun! -grant

[@peteedwards7157]

Really enjoy these sessions, really informative. Learnt more from this than I would from a book.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Great to hear Pete. I see you just joined the channel... welcome. You'll find a pile of even more informative vids there. Cheers. -grant

[@peteedwards7157]

@@SouthernAlbertaRail many thanks for the warm welcome. I have 30 years + experience in the UK rail industry I am new to North America railroads and N scale. Your channel is really giving me a ton of great ideas for my project that’s in the early planning stages.

[@DwayneKlassenTheCoachForMen]

Fantastic update Grant! The layout just continues to wow and impress. Yes, we had a brush of winter (Calgary) last week but we waited the required 15 minutes and now it's spring. lol Cheers!

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Yup 15 minutes is usually all hot takes!! Thanks for stopping by Dwayne.

[@JohnMullerJDGCTRy]

Looking fantastic as always. I too try to stay era spot on and like you mine is a freelance. I also have the option to change out vehicles, a couple of structures so I can power and add some different rolling stock. Have a great Holiday.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks John. I remember reading articles back in the 80's on swapping or adding annexes to industry to establish different eras. That combined with appropriate rolling stock changed the entire feel of the layout. Cheers!

[@sernajrlouis]

Always love seeing your layout. Great work.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thank you very much!

[@baronjutter]

What a great layout and channel! Glad I just discovered it. You've got so much space but used it so well, your helix must be massive to to get your decks so much clearance between them. I love how most of the layout is just a single track main snaking through terrain rather than a crowded mess of track.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Not much of a helix. Most of the climbing is visible. Thanks ford tuning in and I appreciate the kind words. Cheers! -grant

[@garryhulshof4383]

Yeah Alberta, if you don’t like weather,wait a minute. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Aint that the truth! Gotta love it though. Never boring.

[@Vman7757]

Wow thanks for sharing.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

My pleasure Vincent. Cheers!

[@Vman7757]

It's Summer July 22. Just getting my fix of the SAR. Hope you're having an awesome summer Grant.

[@bcrailroader6278]

Thx for sharing. Great layout.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks for watching!

[@Blitz0065]

That opening scene is AMAZING

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks! Really appreciate that.

[@cncpgreatlakesdiv4896]

the layout is stunning. thx for sharing.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks for watching!

[@williambryant5946]

Good video. Be safe on your trip. 👍

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks will do. Should be a pile of fun.

[@mrrenick1]

See ya Monday Buddy!

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Sounds good Nick!

[@timu19]

Great Layout 👍 Greetings TiMu

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thank you TiMu! Cheers!

[@gerdeguelle1967]

Wow what a nice video update and a nice layout

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Many thanks!

[@kvcroff]

HELLO Grant, when are we gonna get a layout update hopefully soon vary excited to see what's going on!!!!!!

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Should have something to share in the next few weeks. I've been super busy with a big concrete project in the front yard which has taken almost all of my time. Cheers!

[@kvcroff]

Oh okay, was just a little concerned about a fellow modeler!!!!!!!! Thanks for the reply Grant......see your video soon

[@kevinbohnenblust5844]

Great video!

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks Kevin!

[@dexterdog62]

It’s August 2022, hoping to see an update soon!

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Hope to have something to share soon. Been a rough few months...

[@Howie2025]

Enjoy your trip on VIA

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Thanks David. Looking forward to planting myself in the Skyline!

[@joncalon7508]

Riding the Canadian…consider me exceedingly jealous! Great update! Quick q: by bumping the layout ahead 4-5 years, does anything now need to come off the layout because it’s now past it’s prime?

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

Good ride on #1 Jon. Already looking forward to the next voyage.

[@gregalanharper]

Couldn’t help but notice your locos have their trip pins removed but the cars have them retained. What’s your philosophy on this? Thanks.

[@SouthernAlbertaRail]

No real philosophy. I don't like the pins sticking out on the front of the locomotives. One day I will drop on proper trainline castings..... In theory.... Given time and inspiration!!