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@@SouthDown Really nothing, it’s just that there are still a few decoder tweaks I need to make to it so it performs more to my liking. Just an excuse to pull out the backup unit.

Ah, okay, good. I thought it was Genesis being Genesis. The amount of time I spend tweaking is borderline a mental health issue…

Thanks! It's just a simple Athearn Roundhouse with some simple custom decal work, kadee couplers, and a bit of rust added with acrylic paints through drybrushing. I think it turned out pretty good, except that the low quality draft gear boxes cause some annoying coupler issues.

@@wapatocreekrail I think it looks great and I like the way the windows are boarded up

I don't remember the name of the person who built the model railroad, but I think you got the story right. He built the model railroad and the outdoor railroad too, and sold it all at some point. The property now hosts a cider tasting room, but the outdoor railway is still all there (however not used) and of course the model seems to be in good hands. I agree about the story, just a really cool place and project.

@@wapatocreekrail you’re lucky to see it I live in Australia so it’s not a certain I’ll ever get there 👍😁

Thanks! I'm looking forward to how this new plan plays out in the long run, and right now I have track down and running, and I'm starting to play around with operations. Everything is going well, and I should have a video out sometime soon showing some of the changes. Also, welcome aboard the channel, I'm glad you subscribed!

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it! This one was just one I filmed on the fly while I was operating, and I think it turned out pretty good.

Thanks! I feel that it will become an enjoyable project to build and operate, while not being over the top complicated. I've seen your videos before, and I admire your layout and use of car cards to operate. Also, thanks for the sub, glad to have you aboard!

@@wapatocreekrail Many thanks for your kind words! Glad you enjoy my tiny little layout 🙂

Thanks! Even if, like me, all your airbrush experience could have been done by rattle can, it can take your modeling to another level. Go ahead and open it up, I say, I think you’ll enjoy it.

Yeah, I’ve actually had the notion to make these changes for a while. That layout concept was what really spurred me on. I miss switching in the meantime though. I think the plan will be fun to work, and it will be fun to get everything back up and running soon.

Me too! I really can’t wait to get track back up and running, though I’ll be working on that this weekend.

I agree, I feel that the Digitrax system is more technologically advanced than the NCE system. Glad you found the video helpful.

Thanks! Unfortunately, since I built it, my bottle of glue decided to glue itself shut. No more CA for me. The excess glue on the roof also screwed up the roof texture, so it looks bad when painted. If I were to do it again, I’d find a different way to model the roof or find a way to apply glue more accurately without getting it everywhere.

While CA is not bad, it has its time and place. Try Tamiya Extra Thin Cemebt for styrene. Goes down like water and leaves no residue on plastic. I learnt the hard way.

@@SouthDown That’s funny, I actually picked up a bottle of that to replace the glued shut one. Glad to hear that about it, I’m looking forward to using it in the future.

Glad you liked it!

Never fear, I had someone else with real shoes to make that cut so I could film.

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video! Means a lot!

Nothing more needed!

Thanks for the tips! I don’t ride Amtrak much, but I’ll keep that in mind for the next passenger train I ride. Always appreciate the constructive feedback!

I know, it’s just amazing. I can’t imagine how long it must have taken to build. It’s the best done model railroad I’ve seen to date, and probably will be for the foreseeable future.

Thanks! The track is at about eye level, so it’s really easy to get close up shots. The overhead shots were taken from a viewing deck built in the middle of the room. I can’t accurately express the detail level in a video, it’s just too much to capture. I’ll have some still pictures from the layout in the Community tab soon.

That leader is my favorite PNWR unit, and the first PNWR unit I got good pictures of. I’m surprised Genesee and Wyoming hasn’t sent bigger power out here yet to handle the bigger trains. Those locomotives are 50 years old!

Thanks!

There aren’t any wires that come with the system. I connected it to the Bachmann track by cutting the end that usually plugs into the power pack off, pulling the two wires apart, stripping the ends, then attaching them to the screw terminals marked for a programming track. Then you just plug the track plug into the Bachmann track and you’re off and rolling.

Thanks! It was fun to make, glad you enjoyed it!

A semi-rare catch!

Actually, that’s nice to know. Error corrected. Thanks for the correction! If you see anything else, feel free to correct me!

That's cool! Are you modeling a prototype or freelancing? I'd love to see some videos of it on your channel

@@wapatocreekrail I'm freelancing a railroad if BN sold the line into Astoria to my company in the late 70s before the bridge across younga bay was demolished. I will be posting on my channel about it sometime this year

@@portlandrailfanproductions1155 Nice!I’ve thought it would make a cool freelance to replace the deteriorating bridge with a carferry across the bay. Looking forward to seeing the layout! I haven’t really decided what I’m modeling yet, but the track plan is very flexible, and I have some ideas.

@@wapatocreekrail that's great to hear! I would recommend a shortline maybe in the areas of the valley.

@@portlandrailfanproductions1155 That’s what I’m thinking. Just can’t decide where. I want a branch line somewhere that’s about 10-15 or so miles long.

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed

Thank you! I’m not sure if the weathering on that caboose counts as exactly amazing, it’s just drybrushed acrylics, and possibly a bit too rust buckety for my tastes. However, the car has problems with drooping couplers, so I might replace it with a better model. It’s just a cheap Athearn Roundhouse. I agree with you about improving production quality, I wrote down a few things I wanted to say during the video, and I’m planning to use a full script on my next video. A possible computer and editing software upgrade might also be in the works, as well as some changes to the layout and track plan. And yes, I’ve decided that I’m keeping the light package! I think the loco would look really good faded, rusty and patched out but still proudly showing its heritage.

@@wapatocreekrail We are our harshest critics. From this end, the caboose looks great. Maybe just replace the couplers and look at it from my eyes rather than yours :D

@@SouthDown You’re right. Leonardo da Vinci died before he finished the Mona Lisa, even after spending 16 years on it. It is important to define, “good enough”, especially in a hobby. I wish I could just replace the couplers, but they’re already Kadee 158s. It’s the awful clip on draft gear box cover that causes the problem. Oh well, just a good excuse to buy a new caboose!

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed.

​@@wapatocreekrailWhat time you caught pnwr?

@leonardovelazquez8788 This video was taken at about 8:45 am

You subscribed to him.... so I subscribed to you!!!! 😁👍

@@XBOXShawn12thman Awesome! thanks very much!

@@XBOXShawn12thman had a look at your layout and subbed, cheers 👍

@@Hawaii_HO Thank You!!!! .... I just took down my 4x8 and I am starting a point to point shelf layout .... The older picture videos were my 4x8

@Hawaii_HO Welcome Aboard! Always love to have comments!

Thanks! It’s a brand new locomotive, and I’m pretty happy with it. I tried to dub over some nature sounds, but they turned out too quiet.

Thanks a lot, and welcome aboard! Stay tuned for my 100 subscriber special, coming up as soon as I hit triple digits. We’ll reveal a new locomotive, and talk about future plans for the layout.

@@wapatocreekrail I'm 1/2 way there .... Think I'm at 48 now

Suitcase connectors are great! Unfortunately for me, I bought the wrong size (random fluke). At least I haven't had any (not super easily fixable) problems yet.

Yeah, I doubt there is really any real operational difference between the systems. Part of the reason I got Digitrax is because I was more familiar with it from my research. Unfortunately, the cup did not see action in this video.

I've thought about nailing down those switches, and my ground throws, but that caulk is amazingly strong. If I could glue small models with it, I would. I'm working on a bit of a scratchbuild project, and have decided that my CA glue is out to get me.