Summer Update at Chadwick Model Railway | 168.

[@willp358]

Awesome update Charlie! So informative and professional. Some amazing views of the layout and the usual warts and all roundup. Thanks mate gave me a real lift at the end of a crap two weeks!.....

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Will what a heartwarming comment. Stay safe mate, regards Charlie

[@AdventuresandLifestyle]

Crickey you are an influencer ! Nice updated layout Well done Charlie. Left you a note on another video of yours. Great work and must be that time of year. I'm looking to make a small expansion too 👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Paul , I hope your expansion goes well too. Regards Charlie

[@roberthopegood7154]

Well done Charlie. Vote cast & you're always a winner for us!!! - Good Luck. Rob

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Rob, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie

[@piers995]

I realise that the helixes are only there to serve the purpose of raising the trains to landscape level and when you have completed your model railway they won't be seen, but watching trains run up and down them is rather mesmerising. I take my hat off to you, quite a feat of construction, electronics and digital work. Rather amazing.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Many thanks for your comments peers. However, the Helix may still be visual, although at times I may cover them with a soundproof curtain. Regards Charles

[@mikeryan959]

Like many, I’d guess, I have been trying to fettle an ageing layout but the truth is the basics just weren’t good enough when I started. I have decided that it is time to start again. Boards can be reused but I have learned that squeezing more into a space is not a good idea. Seeing the quality on Chadwick (and some other great YT layouts that didn’t get my vote) has convinced me that starting fresh is the right move. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@grahamthompson6622]

I am sure yu are right and applaud your decision to start again. If I were younger (I am 84) I would do the same but no longer have the time. As Charlie points out, this still does not solve all the problems and I still have some stretches of track and pointwork that cause problems despite having no obvious signs of poor design or workmanship.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I couldn’t agree more Mike, less is often more. Good luck as your project evolves mate, regards Charlie

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re dead right Graham. Sometimes there is a strange incompatibility between track and rolling stock that just can’t be fixed. Regards Charlie

[@GS-xr2sg]

Yours must be one of the most informative and entertaining KZbin channels for railway modellers. I really look forward to each episode. Thank you for doing such a sterling job.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you to say so GS, you are too kind mate. Regards Charlie

[@jontaylor1652]

I totally agree, I'm not even a modeller these these days but I love this channel and never ever miss an episode. Always something interesting going on and I love the 'tongue in cheek' attitude we get.

[@graham33freeland59]

Absolutely fantastic Charlie. Looks great with trains running. Chadwick has got my vote.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Graham, your vote is much appreciated. Regards Charlie

[@martynastley267]

I have just stumbled upon this video whilst on an extended holiday in Andalusia. What a brilliant way to spend half an hour! I’ll now be subscribing and catching up on all of your previous work. Great subject and superb presentation...... a vote for the awards has now been submitted!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind Martyn, and it’s great to have you onboard mate. Regards Charlie

[@grahamthompson6622]

Great to see the layout actually running - a terrific achievement. At the end however you touch on issues of reliability and couplings. My layout is of similar complexity to Chadwick but is single track with a 70' long run (excluding the helix) but all compressed into a 10' x 5" scenic section plus a single 4'6" dia. helix board. Tight curves and a veritable switchback of gradients are the order of the day. It has taken me 18 months since the track and wiring was completed to reach a stage where 21 of my normally active 30 trains can be relied upon to run trouble free and pass the "leave and get a coffee" test. These are mostly hauled by early diesels with so far only 7 of my steam hauled trains passing the test. The remaining 9 less reliable trains are mainly steam hauled. I have already discarded as beyond redemption at least 9 steam locos (and countless coaches and wagons) but am persevering with the rest. Apparently random uncoupling remains a problem as of course does derailment. Strangely, a 9f 2-10-0, a 28xx 2-8-0 and a 30xx 2-8-0 are among the reliable units even hauling 8' long trains, while the small ex-Southern 0-4-4 tanks have had to be abandoned even with only an autocoach. It would be interesting to learn in some future Chadwick report how Charlie tacles this problem. My layout is perhaps extreme, but most subscribers must suffer from similar problems to some degree.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What an excellent comment Graham. I feel that I’m walking in your shadow, or perhaps we are just on parallel paths of achievement. However, my endeavours are only just beginning, wish me luck, regards Charlie

[@stevechilders2425]

Fantastic progress Charlie. I bet it feels highly rewarding to have the layout running.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes it was very rewarding reaching that milestone. Regards Charlie

[@Bop7324]

You got my vote Charlie. The only KZbinr making professional, interesting and informative content without commercial bias towards a company’s products or crass self-promotion. Love your work!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you to say so Frank’s Lad. I’m so pleased you join me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@Bop7324]

@@ChadwickModelRailway I’ve returned to the hobby after 23 years off. Learned so much from your videos, thank you.

[@NQY-flyer]

Great to see some continuous running Charlie. What an amazing guy you are! A wonderful layout too...Hugely inspirational to a novice such as me!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Kevin, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. I’m so pleased that you can join me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@NQY-flyer]

@@ChadwickModelRailway thank you for your kind words Charlie indeed long May it continue!

[@onnomulder9775]

Awesome update Charlie!!! Thanks for sharing mate!!!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re most welcome Onno. Stay safe, regards Charlie

[@captainjackkay3132]

Hello , Charlie. Greetings from Sarasota Florida USA . I throughly enjoy your videos. I don't have the patience or the knowledge to ever be able to do anything close to your layout . So it's just a matter of thanking you for your imagination and skill.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Hi Jack, That’s very kind of you to say so mate. I’m so pleased that you’re able to join me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@paulhayward9047]

Congratulations what wonderful news .I wish the very best for you

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Paul that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Thanks for joining me on my railway journey, regards Charlie

[@wamgoc]

Thanks for your videos Charlie, fabulous layout! My votes are in!👏👏👏👏

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks mate, it’s great to have you onboard. Stay safe, regards Charlie

[@martinpattison1567]

I really enjoyed that running session as I am sure you did. Thank you for leaving the run-away camera wagon in and your quick response. Thanks again Charlie for the entertainment and advice. Martin. (Thailand)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re most welcome Martin. I’m so pleased that you continue to join me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@howardavins9234]

Hi Charlie Each episode gets better. Hope my vote gets you there. Many thanks Howard

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you Howard, regards Charlie

[@afm1948]

Congratulations on your nomination. Fingers crossed. Arthur

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Arthur, you’re too kind.

[@dbtrains172]

A great pleasure to see your update Charlie. Most impressive. I have taken some inspiration from it for my own layout which is about 85% complete. All best wishes, Dave

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s great news Dave, I’m so pleased that you found the channel useful. Regards Charlie

[@chromebluewing]

Hi Charlie, really good to see your update and how the layout keeps progressing.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks CBW, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video mate. Regards Charlie

[@carlward9523]

I was always told “honesty is the best policy”. And to me this is the best virtue of your exceptional efforts and modelling skills. Of course I have voted for you as no one else comes close. Thanks for a great year and here’s to the next year. Regards Carl.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heartwarming comment Carl, you’re too kind mate. Regards Charlie

[@steveedwards9957]

Thanks for the update Charlie, your videos make my day. More exciting times ahead, I can't wait.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Steve, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie

[@philipstokes2824]

Congratulations on your nomination, your enthusiasm shines through.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@patrickspeaight9154]

Well done, glad you have been nominated, for the Hornby honour. Your summer catch up was inspiring, thank you. Patrick, Northamptonshire

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Patrick, that’s very kind of you to say so. Regards Charlie

[@lilchris26]

Nice video Charlie nice to see stuff running too. I also want to thank you for your recommendations for the wiring connectors an ferrules and crimping tools. I have just completed wiring my new layout build plus rewired half my fiddle yard, I extended all the sidings by 12”. The wiring was so much easier than soldering to tag strips and looks more professional, thanks again for that. Also the votes in for you. Chris.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Chris, both for the vote and for being an active subscriber. Regards Charlie

[@philbartlett7898]

Another useful video Charlie. First thing to say probably must be how great it is to see trains running. The Puillman really was a beautiful train although I am sad to say I never saw one. Your camera angles really do bring the trains to life for people like me. The time and effort (and money) you have invested has brought great results and I imagine you must be pleased. Thanks again for sharing it Charlie.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Phil, yes I have reached something of a milestone. It’s been a long slog but the tracklaying is now almost complete. Regards Charlie

[@davidsheriff8989]

Plenty of room for lots more development and modelling....great to see as always

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks David, it’s great to have you onboard mate. Regards Charlie

[@CAPNMAC82]

Excellent update. Fun to see things running as they ought to. Cameras are a vexation to all--and if not batteries, then other issues (I prefer batteries, they are simple). Every so often, I'll pop over to some of the G-Scale outdoor layout channels. I do my best to not remember what that lot costs, engines or rolling stock . . . Sadly, the days of a US$25 N-gauge loco have passed us all by. Just one more reminder that our hobby vocations are labors of love not econony.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

An excellent comment as usual mate. Yes we all feel the pressure of the expense of our wonderful hobby. Regards Charlie

[@robinpeel1107]

Congratulations on getting Train Controller into action running trains! All the pieces are coming together, nicely.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s been a long journey Robin, I’m so pleased that you’ve been able to join me. Regards Charlie

[@michaelimpey1407]

Charlie, Thank you for the update, I think I can say we all love your work. I am not sure if a vote from Australia counts, but you got mine. You are very good at making us realise, that to get a great model railway, you need to get the plan, the base work. and then the track all correct, before it all comes together. Thank you again, and take care, cheers, Michael

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Michael, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Take care down there, regards Charlie

[@spiffster05]

Just voted! Living in the US my votes went like this: no preference, no preference..... no preference, Chadwick Model Railway ! Good luck, Charlie!! Truly the best

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you Brad. I very much appreciate you joining me on my railway journey, regards Charlie

[@lassunsschaun6859]

I would assume "no preference" will get alot of votes from not UK based persons 😏

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

In all honesty Brad, I voted no preference for many systems as I really have no understanding of them such as O gauge. Regards Charlie

[@garypendlebury7046]

A wonderful and informative video Charlie. Such heartfelt and caring communication style that truly puts you front and centre in helping with the build of my probably “more is less” freelance Australia/Victoria Railways layout . My best wishes

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Gary, I’m so pleased that you enjoy my videos mate. I’m so pleased that you feel to join me on my railway journey.

[@jamessawyer4625]

what a nice layout. I really enjoy watching your videos. I have learned a lot.. you do a good job all the time. thanks.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

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

[@alexure313]

Charlie every video you do you excel yourself glad to see you running some locos now the wee grin says it all, vote cast.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Alex, it’s great to have you onboard mate. Regards Charlie

[@patmccarthy1624]

My vote has been cast! Another great video, Charlie! It is so gratifying to see multiple trains running, and running and. . . . I know that's a great landmark for you, and I'm just as proud for you as if I had done the work myself!! Can't wait to see what comes next! Thank you for taking me on this journey with you!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you to say so Pat. I’m so pleased that you can join me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@paulkinsella5701]

Hi Charlie. Another great video and nice to see your trains running at this stage. Like many others watching you build this layout, it gives us modelers inspiration and fun to watch. You'll certainly get my vote too!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Paul, that’s very kind of you mate. Regards Charlie

[@alastairvize7052]

Charlie, your videos are for more than just compelling chapters in the birth of what looks like a quite splendid model railway. Your ability to laugh at yourself, to admit your mistakes and to explain where you went wrong and how you fixed it, and your infectious good humour and generosity of spirit mean you are a living demonstration that real humanity is still to be found on the internet despite so much depressing evidence to the contrary. I have just voted for you in the online poll you mentioned in your video; no one else comes even close. If there is any justice you will win, by a spectacular margin.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Alastair for such a heartwarming comment. I’m so pleased that you can join me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@alancope9962]

Really good to see everything running Charlie

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Alan, I'm so pleased that you enjoyed ut.

[@mscangliarail]

Great video and layout Charlie you take model railways to another level well done .My vote is cast .

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks mate,. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@johnduffill]

Such a fantastic job Charlie, well done

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks John, and I’m so pleased that you can join me on my railway journey.

[@mels1811]

Thank you for another wonderful video Charlie

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Mels. Take care mate, regards Charlie

[@redbank542]

Absolutely brilliant Charlie!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Redbank, you’re too kind me. Regards Charlie

[@stephenrichardson4845]

You got my vote Charlie, hope you win the award.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s most kind Stephen, happy modelling mate, regards Charlie

[@matthewfarrell6653]

Excellent video Charlie! Lovely to see it all joined up and running! Definitely voting for you! 👌

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Matthew, that’s most kind of you. Regards Charlie

[@christrickett3291]

When they go over the bridge I always remember that time your expanding foam almost hit the ceiling 😂

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Yes that was a shocking revelation to wake up to Chris. Regards Charlie

[@philstrainlayout]

Happy to finally see your trains running around in a full circle. It was fun to watch. My channel is coming along slowly. Thank you for some of the advice you gave me a few years ago

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s a fascinating hobby in which we support each other Phil, thanks for joining me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@Hanzo.Azmodan]

Congratulations, voted for you!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re a very loyal supporter Mike, much appreciated. Regards Charlie

[@alexmorgan2296]

Interesting and informative as always; running session just amazing; thanks for the update - and 3 guesses for whom I’ve already voted . . . .!!!!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you Alex, stay safe mate, regards Charlie

[@leestoddart7014]

Another great video Charlie. It's amazing how much progress you've made with the layout. I hope you'll find time in a future episode to show us more about train controller; how you set up routes or time tables and how it interacts with something that you are doing manually. One possible error in your routing crops up at about @17:59 when the freight train goes through Chadwick Parkway Station and takes the line next to the platform rather than using the "fast" line through the middle.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You make an excellent point Lee, I was thinking that the freight train wood stop to allow the HST to pass straight through. Before I make the TrainController video I just need to become a little more knowledgable. Take care mate. Regards Charlie

[@kellypaws]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Shouldn't Lee appear on one of your videos at some point? Given that he is the Architect of the layout in no small part. Perhaps a bit of track design using Any Rail, and of course pitfalls to avoid when using it. It's fairly 'easy to drive', but as usual the 5% of things people don't know how to use properly are usually 95% of the pain.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

An excellent suggestion Kelly paws. Regards Charlie

[@eddyweller4503]

Looking fantastic Charlie, all your hard work, planning and dare I say jiggling is now coming to fruition. Congratulations. Take care Eddy xx

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Eddy , I’m so pleased you could join me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@kevinlittlewood-tribe5443]

Well done Charlie, you deserve an award for your railway. Entertaining and informative. Thanks👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Kevin, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie

[@gregoryhale2202]

Hi Charlie. Firstly congratulations on your nomination. The progress you have made on your layout must be extremely satisfying, and it is great to see trains running. When all your trackwork is completed do you propose to conceal the helixes in some form. Thanks for an interesting video. Greg

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

A great question Greg. I’m thinking about installing a sound absorbent curtain that can be removed when necessary. Regards Charlie

[@NewModelRailway]

So good to see it all joined up now and I really appreciate the videography, some great camera angles. Thank you.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re most welcome mate. Regards Charlie

[@vicf5726]

Charlie, what can I say, brilliant does not do your channel justice, you have become a 'trustworthy' (with all that implies) companion in these interesting times, honest, un-encumbered reviews, if it means you get a free ticket at Milton Keynes then the least I can do is vote for the channel. more power to you buddy. regards V

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Vic, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie

[@wheezypalacemodels7726]

Lots of fantastic progress here Charlie. All going very smoothly without those pesky issues. Very modern and hi-tech which is something to aspire to for lots of us..Regards, Chris

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Chris, that’s very nice of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie

[@KartsHuseonica]

Excellent ground level video shots 👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks buddy, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards Charlie

[@stevegoodhand8104]

Well done for being nominated Charlie, wooo, I have voted, and again you manage to make progress with a smile. Very Impressed with how far you have come.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you Steve, and thanks for joining me on my railway journeys. Regards Charlie

[@davidstokes8441]

Thanks again for the entertaining and informative video.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

You’re most welcome David, regards Charlie

[@bobainsworth5057]

We'll Charlie, now for the fun, I've been watching since just before you started this layout. Your ," What could go wrong ", has entertained be immensely. It's gotten me started on projects I may not have tried and helped me get through them. Your tenacity in doing it right the first time has inspired me to slow down and " do it right" has been a God send. Now I can share in your enjoyment and ruunnnn trains. Can't wait for the rest of the

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a truly heartwarming comment Bob. It’s great that you can join me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@middleportjunction]

Loved the video and especially how honest you are that not everything goes to plan.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

As they say, honesty is the best policy. Many thanks, regards Charlie

[@barleyarrish]

well deserved recognition, love it Charlie!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie

[@VNWas]

Thanks Charlie, always enjoy the track updates.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Warren, I’m so pleased you find the channel interesting. Regards Charlie

[@MarchWestJunctionTMD]

Hi Charlie 👍 great update really enjoyed it. Just one thing about your comment about testing trains at shows. As a member of the Warley club we have a test track at the show each year that’s free for anyone wanting to test a purchase before they leave the show. This year we have been making a layout for Hornby called Margate Warren and if any of your viewers purchase a loco at the show I will be happy to test it for them at the show. Keep safe and well Andy

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Andy, is that a DCC facility or just DC? Regards Charlie

[@MarchWestJunctionTMD]

@@ChadwickModelRailway Hi Charlie good point the layout is DC I’m not sure about the test track. What I can do if someone needs to test a DCC loco they can speak to someone at the Warley stand and we can organise it for them 👍

[@bill1047]

Gratz Charlie. Voted (for you, of course!)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Bill, that’s very loyal of you. Regards Charlie

[@stephensheritagerailwaythe8776]

Good evening Charlie great update hope you win the a ward.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Stephen that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie

[@langerstrains9460]

I enjoy watching your videos and nice to see some trains running. Also it’s good to see realities of train modelling. Keep up the good work 👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks LT, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards Charlie

[@kieranbeecroft8414]

All three You Tube channels in my watch list are in that shortlist (you, Everard, Dean Park) and all have such high quality... But you are the one that updates regularly so vote cast!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you Kieran, and much appreciated. Regards Charlie

[@NickandFoxydog]

You have my vote Charlie! Excellent video as always

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Nick, that’s so kind. Regards Charlie

[@andrewwarcup684]

Hi Charlie, I have several container wagons, all with Kadee couplers and you have to mix and match 17, 18 and even 19's depending upon buffer clearance. Even have a Dapol super low set that has a height adjusted Kadee. Interesting note, most of my models are actually Australian. I was running a loco and grain wagons one day, all going well, happily going around, left for a few minutes to to come back to silence. All were on the floor, requiring medical attention.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

A great comment Andrew. Yes no one said life would be fair! Regards Charlie

[@davidrees3625]

Excellent as always Charlie, I will get voting! Must agree about Hornby and Bachmann prices, ridiculously expensive. A DCC sound loco and a rake of coaches can be in excess of some £700.00!!!. Bought quite a few Dapol recently, Excellent value for money. Accurascale locomotives also seem decently priced.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

I think you’re dead right David, accurascale is where my money is going. Regards Charlie

[@tonyburge5240]

Hi Charlie, it is great to see trains running, you have done a great job on the layout. Looking forward to seeing the next stage of the build. Also well done on your nomination, you have my vote. Fingers crossed for you.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Tony, I’m so pleased you joined me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@kevinmartin1065]

Love the video, especially the start, it was like a firework display with all the ooooo's and Ahhhhh's, great update all to the high standard as ever. Voting completed!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks for the note Kevin and I’m so pleased that you enjoy my videos mate. Regards Charlie

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks for the note Kevin and I’m so pleased that you enjoy my videos mate. Regards Charlie

[@worthingtonmodelrailway8628]

Charlie, how awesome to see the fruits of your labors, it's obvious that you have been busy over the summer. Unfortunately I have not and my "round touit" list has if anything grown rather than diminished. I always like your honesty and admit that I have more than a few issues that mean I'm not where I want to be with things right now. I'm inspired by your progress, and have decided I need to re-think a couple of areas on the layout that are going to involve some tear down and re-do, but I'm sure it will be worth it in the end. e.g. my fiddle yard experiment has not worked, primarily because it's curved, resulting in way too many derailments on the way in and out (the 3 way points don't help either) I need to add to the "loft" and re-situate the fiddle yard to be more accessible and straight. Anyhow, onward and upward and as always enjoy your updates. BTW I saw the new KZbinr of year yesterday when voting and made what I thought was the most deserving (glad to see you listed) vote :)

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

An excellent comment Worthington MR. Good luck with your Fiddleyard, perhaps one piece of advice is to only use Peco streamlined curved points, don’t go near the set-track ones. Because Charlie

[@SeatedViper]

Another gem of a video, Charlie, and thanks for your efforts. Regarding Kadees, my layout is an end to end, fiddle yard to station, so my freight stock has a number 18 at the western end and a 19 at the eastern. I found 18 at both ends was too close in some circumstances, while 19 at both ends was no improvement on hook and bar types. 18/19 is a reasonable compromise.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

How do you say Peter, a great compromise. Stay safe mate, regards Charlie

[@howardwebster2222]

Outstanding layout , watched you videos from day one and have enjoyed the build. You should be very please with what you have accomplished

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Howard, I’m so pleased that you stuck with me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@paulclark1916]

Great video , the layout is amazing and not even finish yet , keep it up

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Paul , I’m so pleased you could join me on my railway journey.

[@chrissaxon3236]

Great video as always it's really nice to see trains running.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Chris, I’m so pleased that you can join me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@johncraggs3155]

Inspirational to see the automation operational. Looking forward to the layout progress. This layout is a fantastic aid for building layouts or just improving them. It's full of very good advice. Charlie you have got my vote.😀👍😀👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you to say so John. Take care mate, regards Charlie

[@toddjarman542]

Well done Charlie you must be chuffed with all your work so far. It’s looking awesome mate can’t wait to see the next phases 🥃🥃👍🏻

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Stay tuned Todd, we’ll get there eventually mate. Regards Charlie

[@mikewillis9708]

Great work Charlie, proper job - vote is in! 👍🏼

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you Mike, I do hope that you enjoyed the video. Regards Charlie

[@plot1184]

This was the easiest vote I could do. Hope you win 🏆 and sorry for the loss of your queen.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

And many thanks for your vote, and the understanding of our country’s loss. Regards Charlie

[@SammoKarm]

I use a HAWK EYE, Fire Fly. Track camera to inspect the track with, to occasionally check the joints for kinking and condition in areas where the track is covered. I found the same problem as you have experienced with Kadees, so I use a section of track on a board (consisting of 3 set track 18 rad curves) which is used specifically for testing which Kadees I require for everything. Interestingly, you have decided to do the same as I decided about 3 months ago, I also no longer purchase Hornby or Bachmann made locomotives or rolling stock. The prices are unforgivingly extortionate. Again like yourself, I had to do a hell of a lot of work on my coaches with kinematic couplings to get them to run, pull, push and go up and down gradients. Specifically Pullman coaches. Thank you once again for a very well put together quality video. I didn't plan for block detection when I built my layout so unfortunately, automation is not really something I can use.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Many thanks for your excellent comment Sam. However, I am interested on how you got those Pullman coaches to run properly. Regards Charlie

[@kevinenticott2206]

Absolutely fantastic to see several trains all running well at the same time Charlie. I’ve been with you throughout your build and am immensely impressed with how it’s turned out. Thanks for inspiring me to start my own. Keep up the good work sir 👍👍

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What a heartwarming comment Kevin, you’re too kind mate. Regards Charlie

[@timkelly9182]

Lovely Charlie, brilliant fun.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Tim, I’m so pleased that you found it enjoyable mate. Stay safe, regards Charlie

[@matt62294472]

You get my vote Charlie your videos are always excellent and enjoy watching them and are very helpful and informative. Keep up the excellent work 😄

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you to say so Matt. Regards Charlie

[@paulhowes8756]

Cheered me up Charlie to see trains running on the layout and the camera work and editing as always is first class.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Paul. Now that things are a little more developed, I wouldn’t mind some more TC advice sometime. Regards Charlie

[@paulhowes8756]

Give me a call/email and i will set aside some time that suits us both

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

It’s a deal Paul, regards Charlie

[@daviemaclean61]

Nice running shots. The amount of electronic trickery you have under those boards boggles my mind!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Please that you enjoyed the running shots Davie. Regards Charlie

[@henk5125]

Keep up the good work. Youre Layout is already one of the best i have ever Seen. You are the best.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you to say so mate. Thank you for joining me on my railway journey, regards Charlie

[@paulvannoorloos5963]

Fantastic video. You have my vote. I really enjoy your video’s. Thanks a lot.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Paul , very much appreciated mate. Regards Charlie

[@remmington-allumvidoes7266]

Wow, Charlie Sir. Hats off to you, this is absolutely awesome! Yep, I have been watching you build this "new" layout from day one.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s great news, I’m so pleased you enjoyed my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@pauldarke8024]

Congratulations on the nomination.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Paul,let’s keep our fingers crossed. Regards Charlie

[@GDGRailway47712]

I've voted already. Hope Chadwick wins.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Glen, and thanks for joining me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@JoshLikesFuzz]

Congratulations on your nomination: your channel is one of my favourites and an inspiration.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Josh, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie

[@44662dc]

Your video's are always very helpful and entertaining Charlie. I am very pleased that you have been nominated by Hornby magazine and I hope you win you deserve it.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Denis, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards Charlie

[@barrywest8944]

Hi Charlie, it was great to see a running session. I’ve already voted for you, a bit of a no brainer really, as you were one of my first KZbinrs I started watching.

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Barry, that’s most kind. Regards Charlie

[@stephenpike3147]

Great to see your automation working successfully now you can tail chase! Yet another key milestone. Always a pleasure to listen to what you have to say and update on experiences - there is a lack of comparability which all stems from a serious lack of standards and variation - it’s become a very “bitty” hobby which certainly takes a lot of time to navigate and make the right choices. Yes new prices currently going through the roof - so its simply time to spend on other things! Well done on the nomination, you have my vote and good luck. Best regards Stephen

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s a very kind comment Stephen. It’s great to have you on board mate, regards Charlie

[@glencwilson]

Have to admit that there a few 'tubers who deserved a vote. Chadwick got it mainly because it is one I look forward to the most regardless of the subject of the video and I don't even have a train layout!

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

That’s very kind of you Glen, and I’m so pleased that you have joined me on my railway journey. Regards Charlie

[@LeeGlin]

Brilliant update mate, and my vote has been done 🙂🙂

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

Thanks Lee, that’s very kind of you. Regards Charlie

[@timsully8958]

Fantastic to see the layout as a whole like that Charlie. Really helps get the full perspective of its extent and how the future additions will sit. Funnily enough we were up your way yesterday as we went for a jaunt to Glastonbury Abbey yesterday (were staying in West Dorset for a week). It was lovely to see the view across the levels for the first time in many years! 😎 I really have found your videos on things like couplings and trouble shooting very useful indeed so it’s great to see how both the layout and your skill/knowledge sets have developed too 🤓It was a brave step to step back and rebuild in the first place, so it is great to see you reaping the rewards…albeit you still have a huge amount still to do! 😜 Cheers Charlie, all the best 🍻👍🍀

[@ChadwickModelRailway]

What are terrific comment Tim. I’m so pleased that you enjoy my layout and accompanying me on my journey. Glad to hear that you enjoyed our Somerset views. Regards Charlie