Tyne Dock Re-build, Part 1 Trackwork. No 423

Sid is on his holidays and already the old station has gone. and the new track bed has been laid. the area does look a lot different now...Enjoy.

[@eddyweller4503]

Morning Tony, well that's a good start, that was a testament to your building standards, Tyne Dock its served you well over the year's, and did not give up easily. It looks like great plans you've got and looking forward to following the progress, over the coming weeks. Good to see trains running smoothly again its always a goal to keep the down time to a minimum. We're in Surrey this weekend well we've been here since after work on Tuesday, its my Grandson Sam's 13th birthday next week and son in-laws today, so we're having a joint party today. Been busy getting ready. Bit short this week I'm afraid, but looking forward to the new station build. Take care Eddy xx love to Laura hope she's feeling better as time goes on. Xx

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning Eddy & Anne. i hope you really have a great weekend. especially with the Birthday celebrations. I just have to work out the how's and ideas on how to put the new station together. but what it has done is giving me enthusiasm as it was waning a bit. many thanks again for commenting. cheer's for now Tony, & Laura.

[@roystudds1944]

Great video Tony. Tyne Dock station fought against the changes at first, but your determination won through in the end. The track plan looks great. Look forward to follow the new build closely. Thanks for sharing. Roy.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Well said Roy. even railways dont like change. but we are turning the clock back...thanks again for commenting. cheer's for now Tony.

[@johnmurphy4915]

Looking forward to seeing you building the Platform and surrounding area, but everything is looking good, all the best to you and your family.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

You and me both! John. i have been looking forward to setting the record straight for a long time now...many thanks for commenting. cheer's for now Tony.

[@mccoy79productions66]

Awesome share my friend awesomeness

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Thanks for the visit, Awesomeness is a new word on me. cheer's for that one. all the best my friend. Tony.

[@delphjunction1168]

Hi Tony. Always loved your layout, even the station you have just taken out. Don't know what glue you used really good one though. Can't wait to see you're new station idea, anything like your old one going to be superb. In the middle of a re build myself, doing a part one and two. Thanks Tony. ....Pete....

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Pete. PVA wood glue thats all it was. blummy good stuff. hopefully the new station will be a massive improvement, only time will tell. cheer's for now my friend. Tony.

[@Linleys]

Oh yes Tony, I like a bit of rebuild devastation! What a great start to a new series. Nice work. Cheers, Warren :)

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hello Warren. as you have seen it was never as it should have been built the way that it was. but we live and learn from our mistakes. and hopefully i will end up with a true version of Tyne Dock...many thanks for commenting. cheer's for now Tony.

[@onnomulder9775]

Awesome Tony!!! I like the total rebuild very much!! Keep up the good work mate!!

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Thank you Onno. i do like the start of something big. cheer's for now my Friend. Tony.

[@richardskelton5119]

Fantastic work Tony! A braver man than me tacking up track and putting in new!

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Richard. if you willing to loose a few lengths to install new then its worth it. as long care is taking with the track that you want to keep. many thanks again. Tony.

[@robertstrainset6556]

Hi Tony, I bet the demolishion firm did not allow in there price these stubbon station platforms so hope the extra bill is not to much but well done to you for refurbing this area will watch to see how it progresses and how well you can recreate the area of the time which after all is what your so good at. Hope you are well now it was ashame about Ally Pally but health is more important. Cheers Robert.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning Robert. I was gutted not to go to Ali Pali. but there will be other times. The platforms were a bit reluctant to be lifted, it was if they were telling me something. but the deed is now done. the re-build should start soon. well at least will the platform...take care my friend. Tony

[@exehavenharbour]

Hi Tony, looks like there was plenty of hard work going on there mate! The new track layout looks good and I’m looking forward to the rest of the build. Sadly not much work going on at Exehaven, my dad passed away this week so been busy helping and looking after mum. Cheers for now Tony, John

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Oh john, I ma deeply sorry for your loss. my thoughts are with you my friend. come back to the railway world when you are ready. take care. my deepest sympathies Tony & Laura.

[@exehavenharbour]

Thanks Tony

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Your welcome Take care....

[@barryturner2916]

Looks like you have a fairly large gap for Tyne Dock island platform Tony. I hear you said you were going to save the gents loo is that in case you get caught short, lol. It will be interesting to see if you build a straight island platform or curve it at the ends to match the trackwork. Hopefully you have received photos of my latest project (bus shelter), many thanks for sharing looking forward to next stage of your build regards Barry. 👍👏🍺

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Lol Barry. well you never know when you have to go Lol. This platform is going to be a tricky one to build. a template will be made to follow the bends. so yes i have not done one like this before. until next time my friend. cheer's for now Tony....

[@kenattwood8060]

Interesting video, Tony... Regarding track, I always use the cheapest grade of card glue for ballasting (never wood glue) and if I ever need to lift track then I use windscreen washer fluid as a solvent (the stuff sold ready diluted). I just soak it with that stuff and leave for 24hrs and the track, including points, ususlly comes up very easily with very little wastage. The ballast can sometimes be washed and re-used too. Looking forward to seeing the new station... All the best, Ken

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Ken. i would never of thought of that in a million years. wind screen wash. lets hope i dont have to lift any more track. but if i do i will remember this. thank you for the tip. cheer's for now Tony.

[@medwaypeninsulaMR]

Hi Tony = A nice new project to follow and admire. Cheers Kev

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hello Kevin mate, as you have seen i am making a lot of changes especially in the Tyne Dock area. take care all the best Tony.

[@RicksPickin]

Trackwork done…all ready for the new build. Exciting times for us “Northeasterneers” 👀

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Absolutely Rick. stay safe.....cheer's Tony.

[@davidhinks8384]

Always good spending time with you Tony, Looking forward to Tyne Dock developing . Cheers 🙏

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi David. yes its a pleasure sharing my exploits with you. finally i think i have enough photos to build the new station from. cheer's for now all the best Tony.

[@ModelRailwayShed]

Wow Tony those platforms put up a fight lol, track work looks great.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Deano. its like they did not want to be lifted. but it the end there has to be one winner. the hammer and chisel wins every time. thanks again for commenting my friend. Tony.

[@fourbridgesmodelrailway]

Looking forwards to this new rebuild. If your other new stations are anything to go by it going to be good.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Well lets hope so as its going to be a challenging build. many thanks for commenting. cheer's for now Tony.

[@NicholassTrainChannel]

Nice video Tony. Good start to this project. Looking forward to the platform build. - Nicholas.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Much appreciated! Nicholas. thank you for commenting. cheer's for now. Tony.

[@MrVinnyh]

My first thought Tony, didn't you watch the build video 🙃but then not sure if Tyne Dock was recorded? Second thought woe what a space when all was removed, looks so big! Third thought redundant siding (not sure which end the buffer stop was but keep what remains as a feature !! just move the buffer stop if it was the wrong end and add a few (say few) weeds. The wall reduction with the slopes works really well, I'm looking forward to the new build.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good evening Vinny. the Tyne Dock was a bit of a slap dash. and was done in two very quick videos. except for the Metcalfe buildings. which was filmed over 3 videos. they are still there to view. you might have to blow the cobwebs of them first...cheer's for now my friend. Tony.

[@wheezypalacemodels7726]

It’s always a shame to break up layouts Tony, but sometimes the improvements are justified. This looks as though it is gonna be a great improvement and give some great shots for video and pics.. All the best Chris n Jules

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good evening Chris & Jules. Justified in deed. i do blame myself for not having the confidence 8 years ago to build the true Tyne Dock Station. so yes justice will be served. take care my friend. Tony.

[@vincenthuying98]

Dear Tony, even though it’s a pity to see the old Tyne Dock station pass the thoroughfare into the afterlife of the model railway walhalla. It is a great endeavor to look forward to seeing you build the ‘new’ version. Kinda curious on the details of the photos and other history you’ve found on the Tyne Dock station. Ever since you’ve started to lay the first bricks for the South Shields model, I’ve been side tracking the various photos and historical records and stories of the parts of the North Eastern you’re modeling. Always am amazed about the info you provide and show to base your design on. Where for South Shields there’s a lot of photos to be found on the spiderweb of auntie googly eyes, there isn’t so much footage for the Tyne Dock station. Found exactly two photos until now, but their quality is absolutely horrendous. Even though it is possible to see some of the features of the station, there’s an absolute lack of detail. Henceforth, I’m curious to see what info you’ve gathered. On the underpass entrance to the station, that too will be a great feature to see evolve. Don’t know if you’re planning to implement it into the design, but maybe interesting to see into the entrance from the platform level. On the prototypical side entrance to the station between the Tyne Dock tracks and the mainline, as you’ve shown, it may be an idea to flip that entrance towards the fascia side. Or, make the ‘subway’ visible towards the dockside. Might be worth while to look into. Maybe not completely to the letter of the true scale, but definitely an opportunity to enhance the illusion below the tracks. Cheerio

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning Vincent, i see you are already reading my mind for how i am gong to tackle this build. i had notice that the thought that you have suggested. regarding one of the entrances is to use the front facia. this is correct. where the original building entrance was that will make way for another building. but i wont go into too much just yet as my thoughts are still on going. but it does seem to be that we area thing along the same lines. the station is going to be good as shields. i am hoping it will be....many thanks again for your thoughts take care Tony.

[@chazzyb8660]

Tony, what a brave move to rework such an important part of the layout. And what an achievement so far. Top work mate. Looking forward to seeing the end result, obviously, but perhaps more importantly the journey you take getting there? I think you said the Gents was going to survive the redevelopment? What a relief. I'll leave quietly.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning Chazzy. what can i say mate. it was going to happen eventually so i thought i would start the Tyne Dock station sooner. before i stuck into the even bigger project Little Haven. its also more to do with getting it right. the old stationed served me well but it was not Tyne Dock of old...many thanks again my friend. i will leave you in peace. take care Tony.

[@stephenpike3147]

For a moment I thought TNE was going to be renamed to TNT when struggling with the track removal. The scrap merchant has done well today then! It looks a lot better with the curve views now seen and knowing a mix of 30 and 36” radii. Prior photo looked much tighter. So off to a good start and the redundant track has a tale to tell too! Take care both of you and all the best Stephen. PS Might need to use some TNT on the snow mounds and ice in my garden at present.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

I tell you what Stephen i was getting a bit hot under the collar when Platform 2 wouldn't shift itself. but it come up eventually. you can not beat a good old hammer and chisel. the good thing about the trackwork is that the trains have to slow down. which would make the running sessions more realistic. we had some hail stones today. but now snow throughout the winter so far. take care my friends. cheer's Tony & Laura.

[@petercarter4252]

The old master builders certainly knew how to build a platform!!! It looks good Tony! I'm looking forward to the build.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Thank you Peter. This build was always on the cards especially after building south shields. 8 years ago i made the fatal mistake of thinking card kits would do the job. now i have a new sense of purpose with building what is right...many thanks again Tony.

[@petercarter4252]

@TONYNORTHEASTERN Tony, I have a similar feeling. Card kits were helpful in building up confidence. But I've found them lacking in individuality and they didn't feel realistic. Guided by your good self, I started to risk scratch building . It's become a bit of an obsession. I don't have space for a layout, but one day, I'll have lots of buildings to put on a future layout!!!! On tenter hooks to see what you have planned!!!!!

[@Rock_God]

Hi Tony. Hoy ya hammer ower here, hinney! 😂. You do like making your layout nuclear proof, my friend. What broke first, the hammer or the chisel? 😂 It's good to see you making progress and pleased that there does not appear to be any buffer lock through those opposing curves or swan necks, as you call them. Those photos of the station are elusive. I found one showing signals at the end of the platform but nothing on the buildings. I hope that you get enough to get something done. That station at Leamside I sent you is probably as near as you may get. Yesterday, I bought 3rd PlanIt for $124.95 (about £100) and I am currently trying to find my way around it as I convert my Design Specification to a Layout Plan, Track Plan & Benchwork (Baseboard) Plan (Plan as in overhead view) for my US outline HO model railroad, that has been in the design phase for the last few months. Currently working on the Benchwork Layer, drawing the baseboard modules above the Room Layer. Looking forward to the next video. Have a nice weekend, Best, Jason.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Jason. that is great news that you are making a start on your layout. I have managed to find a load more photos of Tyne Dock station through a Face Book Page Called. Old photo of south shields. its still not enough but it has given a new perspective on the build. cheer's for now stay safe Tony. Laura says Hi.

[@BerlinCardYard]

A sad and a happy footage - loosing a beloved area by winning something new, dear Tony. Perchance in the old newspaper archive may be a picture of the station or in the city's or BR's archive? Hth. Btw I cannot follow my wish to build a shelf micro layout - too little space available... so I did start modelship building. 😊 best wishes from Berlin Christian

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Christian. Space is never too small if you want to build something. there is always space my friend. many thanks for commenting. have a great weekend. Tony.

[@paulnorval9646]

Will be looking forward to your Station build Tony.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Cheer's Paul. hopefully we will look into the history of history tyne dock. and the researched photos next time. in the meantime materials are slowly coming together...cheer's again Tony.

[@paulnorval9646]

I have doubt that your research will be extensive & through. I believe that is why your buildings fit your layout and bring it to life.

[@FredWilbury]

Can’t believe I’ve been watching since you built it 😎👌☕️

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Fred. yep its been that long my friend. and now its gone. and new platform is being made ready for this weeks video...cheer's Buddy.

[@GBDT]

Great stuff Tony. Lowering the wall is a great idea. A much better view of the station is now available.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Absolutely. it had to be done. after the initial test which sadly was not filmed, the decision was made to drop the wall. it is better to do it now while there are no obstacles in the way. and hopefully we will see a lot more of the station as it progresses. many thanks again for commenting. cheer's Tony.

[@davidbaber5445]

Looking forward already 😊

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning David that makes two of us. well and a whole lot more judging by the comments.. cheer's for now Tony.

[@Colin399]

Looking forward to this build👍

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning Colin. thank you for commenting. its been a long time coming this project. cheerio Tony.

[@robturner3117]

Tony, what progress there are not many photos out there but it does reminder me of Hackney Downs platforms 2 and 3 which is a broad island with a subway and lots of victoriana buildings and I think is a very good representation of Tyne Dock

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning Rob. Very true that does look like a cool station. i think i have enough photos to recreate the old Tyne Dock Station. but yes its going to be a challenge. model railways do that. thanks again for commenting. have great weekend. Tony.

[@Tez_Thorn1405]

R.I.P Old Tyne Dock 2016-2024

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Tez. 2024. will see Tyne Dock rise again. cheer's for now Tony.

[@davidsheriff8989]

Like the long platform and straight track....

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Thank you David. the platform is almost done, as you will see this Friday cheers for now Tony.

[@stephensheritagerailwaythe8776]

OMG Tony I've been watching you for over 8 years I must be a stalker. Glad you went for option two it will look great when you have finished. Stay safe my friend. Stephen

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Thank you Stephen. all the best. Tony.

[@stephensheritagerailwaythe8776]

@@TONYNORTHEASTERN hi Tony I put some pictures on my Facebook group for you evert little helps.

[@afm1948]

Rebuild progrssing well mate. Arthur

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning Arthur. i must admit it was fun taken down the old station. hopefully the buildings will be used elsewhere. cheer's for now Tony.

[@MarchWestJunctionTMD]

Hi Tony, those platforms did not want to be taken up 😂😂😂 looking forward to seeing it all finished. Keep safe and well my friend Andy

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning Andy. yes the where very stubborn. lets hope it was not a bad omen, it had to be done. it was good enough for 8 years. but it was nothing like the original station. and that to me was a big bug bare. it just had to go. but we shall see. cheer's for now my friend. Tony.

[@rocknroll527]

Brilliant as usual Tony, I’m sure it will be a masterpiece once finished, have a great weekend.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Thanks, you too! Mr Rock & Roll. only time will tell. cheer's for now Tony.

[@martinpattison1567]

Bigger is better, it is a shame, that you lost the disused siding. I blame Doctor Beaching for that. What about, Sid? I think he is going to Blackpool with his knotted hanky in his pocket. Have a nice time Sid, and do not worry about the station, as it will be finished by the time you come home. If not you can blame Bob the Builder. Martin. (Thailand)

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hello Martin. very true, the wider the platform the better as there is a huge building onto it. as you will see in the next video. but yes Sid has taken wife to Blackpool Knotted hanky an all. he must be due back soon. Thanks again for commenting. cheer's for now Tony.

[@davidcook380]

Great Stuff Tony

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Thank you David, very much appreciated. Tony.

[@stretchedits]

Hi Tony, when the video first started I thought "wow those curves look tight" then later you showed setting the curve at 30 inches, so not that tight at all. I guess the camera makes it look more curved than it really is. An island platform eh, reminds me very much of my favourite line, the Great Central London Extension, which had almost identical station layouts, of an island platform with a subway entrance or overbridge with steps down to the platform. I wonder if there is a connection back in time between the two somehow. Anyway, great stuff, looking forward to the next installment, all the best Dave.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Dave. the great central had lots of island platforms. but they were very rare on the N.E.R. So that's what makes Tyne Dock unique. as you will see in the coming months...all the best my friend. Tony.

[@user-zr5yj1od5q]

It was built to last tone,a testament to your craftsmanship and obviously it wasn’t going to go easily

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

The old station put up a good fight, plus it didn't help that i had left a screw in the platform....take care my friend. Tony.

[@steveharper5536]

Hi Tony great introduction to the re build of Tyne Dock Station. Its going to be a great series watching you create the new Station.

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hello Steve. i do live a good station build. thanks again for commenting. cheer's Tony.

[@kevingreen6924]

What larks, Tony!

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Cheer's Kevin. all for the greater good my friend. well lets hope so. cheer's for now buddy. Tony.

[@Pixie586]

Hi Tony, always look forward to your videos especially these type so look forward to the project. Susannah

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Thanks so much! Susannah. this has been a long time coming. ever since shields was finished. Tyne Dock was always the poor mans station....take care Tony.

[@ModelTrainOutsider]

A bit of a challenge to remove the old platforms- just means they were built well! The new runs look cool, but you obviously have more to do!

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hello my friend Anthony & not forgetting Joyce. Its something that has been playing on my mind for a long time. the station was never a genuine build in the first place. early days i went down the road of buy and plonk. as i did not realise how i was ging to get on with scratch building. so now the cuffs are of...Freedom...take care all the very best Tony & Laura ( Mrs T )

[@LyntreeTown20132]

Great work Tony look forward to see the platform build

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hope fully i will make a start on the platform this weekend. cheer's for now Tony.

[@martynbuzzing3327]

I felt sure you were going to use your rollingstock to cart away the rubbish..😊

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Great point! Martyn. but it have taken months lol....cheer's for now Tony.

[@paulbache3940]

great progress Tony, looking forward to the platform builds !

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

You and me both! Paul. the next step is the platform. but before i do the platform i have to put a few ideas together first. thanks again for commenting. Tony

[@aussiefrenchman-hobbytable9960]

Hi Tony , looking forward to the station build, about to start my layout, noticed you don't use cork underlay, We never did but these days its almost law , what do think ? 😊😊😊😊have a good one mate regards Marc

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Good morning Marc Thank you for commenting. Laying under is a matter of choice. i don't use the cork because i prefer to hear the sound of the loco's running around the layout. although modern rails are raised now awa days. but back in the day. track ballast was removed before new ballast was added giving more of a flat appearance to the track work. there are some benefits to laying cork first before layout track. quieter running. i will leave this decision you my friend. my only advice advice check out lots of photos of mainline running. thanks again and good luck with your new layout. cheer's for now Tony.

[@AlanReynoldsBucklandJunction]

Wow that must of hurt a bit Tony. Al ...

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Alan. well where there is pain let there be hope. and the new station will in keeping with what we have already. i blame myself for not getting it right in the first place. Kits are great but you cannot beat a scratch build. as you know yourself. with what you have done on your layout. cheer's for now my friend. cheer's Tony.

[@overdenestation]

we all like a change Tony

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Absolutely. that's the beauty of model railways. there can be adaptable. cheer's for now Tony...

[@AdiPullen]

Hello Mr t I hope you and Mrs t are ok? I liked it before you changed it. But that only my opinion And at end of the day it your railway no one else. The br c1 with them coaches are perfect Thank you for sharing your models with us Keep safe ARP

[@TONYNORTHEASTERN]

Hi Adi. my friend. the old station never looked liked Tyne Dock. and it did always play on my mind to do something about it. you think differently when its all done. we are fine and Laura is doing well. many thanks for being a friend. cheer's for now Tony.