Model Railroad Scenery. From Plywood to a FINISHED SCENE!

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  • @glehman540
    @glehman540 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the way you breakdown step by step for antone to create very nice scenery.

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you liked it!

  • @phillipsakalik4877
    @phillipsakalik4877 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I like your poly fiber technique! Def reminds me of woods in western PA.

  • @craigsummers131
    @craigsummers131 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    agree 100% , do scenery 1st , love all your videos and commentary ....

  • @Stonedmetalhead666
    @Stonedmetalhead666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so awesome, I grew up in plum. I've been to the cement factory many of times and never new this much about it. It's even better to see it modeled in N scale. Thank you so much DJsTrains

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @normanrowe2831
    @normanrowe2831 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    DJ, wow! That was great. Thank you very much. It was nice watching a quick start to finish. I appreciate all your videos.

  • @adriengadson3544
    @adriengadson3544 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Once again great use of levels without making the landscape look too unrealistic due to proportions.

  • @BoxcarJerry
    @BoxcarJerry 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    DJ looks great , I like how you do the trees with that poly fiber it makes quick work and looks good .

    • @cesarbraylon6708
      @cesarbraylon6708 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I guess Im asking the wrong place but does anyone know a tool to log back into an instagram account..?
      I was dumb forgot my password. I would appreciate any tips you can offer me!

    • @juanasa636
      @juanasa636 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Cesar Braylon Instablaster :)

    • @cesarbraylon6708
      @cesarbraylon6708 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Juan Asa Thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and im trying it out atm.
      Seems to take a while so I will reply here later with my results.

  • @brantleyhester6641
    @brantleyhester6641 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great timing! I was putting down the ballast on my track and I get a notification of your vid. Whooooooooooo

  • @TouchoftheBrushModelWeathering
    @TouchoftheBrushModelWeathering 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man that is some incredible work bud! Along with weathering, scenery is my strong point and you knocked it out of the park!- joey

  • @wurlitzer1538
    @wurlitzer1538 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spent an evening up here back in the summer. Shot a train coming out of the tunnel from the road bridge. The modeling is fantastic! I can pinpoint all the places I was that day. Great job!

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      if in the area, and you see me, stop me and say hi.

  • @jolliemark6294
    @jolliemark6294 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks go DJ, like the roads they look like all our roads out here in the west after all the storms. Don't paint the Facia it looks like read dirt that way....thanks for sharing....Jack 🙂

  • @HenrikSweden1
    @HenrikSweden1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice how to video ! Pvc pipes are perfect when building a cementplant. Made one for my Pennsylvania layout. Thanks for the video !

  • @francis1247
    @francis1247 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Many thanks DJ, I'm in the process of making a small layout in ho around the room (13'x9') a small train room , also I'm a French modeller and our country side differs plus our train run on the left, I have watch you're old videos and appreciate you're how to witch are a great source of inspiration just like this one, again thanks for sharing.
    Regards from La Réunion

  • @JoeG-firehousewhiskey
    @JoeG-firehousewhiskey 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great job, I like your thoughts on starting with the scenery first.

  • @davidvanschaick5565
    @davidvanschaick5565 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seeing these vids gets me excited and thinking about how Id like to start working on a little layout. You are knowledgeable and fun to watch.

  • @medtech68
    @medtech68 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks great needed that little encouragement ! Kinda frustrated right now but this helped tremendously thanks

  • @retroprime9216
    @retroprime9216 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for the vid !!!

  • @johnnyr6391
    @johnnyr6391 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man this is magic. You definitely are an artist! great tutorial video!

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much 😀

  • @edwardberwind8544
    @edwardberwind8544 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Impressive! I like your statement "I can do this you can do this" Ity' looks great and you gave me a few new ideas.

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear it!

  • @russellloomis4376
    @russellloomis4376 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dang bro I thought that you were Bob Ross when you were doing your background trees.😀 Great job.👍

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was Bob Ross once, lol, remember.....th-cam.com/video/mG_y7B-VF4A/w-d-xo.html

    • @Eclipse1988
      @Eclipse1988 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And we're gonna put some happy little trees in the background... they live right there. 😂😊❤

  • @RWSBaden
    @RWSBaden 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi DJ, Very nice layout update. Cheers, Rich S.

  • @newls1
    @newls1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love it.. thank you

  • @IMRROcom
    @IMRROcom 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice all that done in a weekend afternoon.

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You seriously are the funniest guy on TH-cam. lmao

  • @hobbytimewithpapadan8436
    @hobbytimewithpapadan8436 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. Very easy to follow and great results. I’ll keep this one in mind when it comes time to do scenery on my layout. Thanks DJ. Papadan

  • @elsdp-4560
    @elsdp-4560 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    THANK YOU...for sharing.

  • @nathandelay
    @nathandelay 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very cool DJ you have awesome videos and you have a awesome day

  • @Nathanm7977
    @Nathanm7977 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    good ideal doing the scenery first then tracks.

  • @jacquieholland6563
    @jacquieholland6563 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The finished product is amazing

  • @AlohaMilton
    @AlohaMilton 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I lay track but dont ballast it, then just lay down 1" blue masking tape over the track and the area that will be ballested, works perfect to protect track while working around it. I need to do it reverse as I have never layed track or run trains before, if I had made the layout I imagined first it would have been a disaster, nothing would have run well, derailing and struggling up grades and way to tight of curvature. I made a whole layout in cardboard and foam and other scrap materials. Then saw what worked running trains, and built sections of wood permanent benchwork and layout as I confirmed each section functioned correctly. I am new to model railroading but have professional training and experience in prototype model making for industrial design, so I went with the methods I was familiar with.

  • @mountblessingrailroad6103
    @mountblessingrailroad6103 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks awesome! That looks so good great video

  • @georgiasunbelt
    @georgiasunbelt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice video DJ. Love how you make it simple. Anthony

  • @robertterry9367
    @robertterry9367 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    GREAT video D.J. Thank you-Bob

  • @sparky107107
    @sparky107107 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice video. i do like how the sculpt a mold looks when done. rocks and some nice cut aways.

  • @ExtraLeben
    @ExtraLeben 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Look incredible :D.. and YESS.. you should mix scales .. if you build everything in the same scale it would look odd.. keep it up DJ ^^

  • @cowboyvalley
    @cowboyvalley 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done, DJ. 👍

  • @waltersobchek2465
    @waltersobchek2465 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and great tutorial on scenery! I subscribe to a few modelers channels but you are my favorite to tune in to- I think you're awesome! Very cool to see your layout and the steps from plywood to scenery, looks great!
    Thanks again for all the inspiring train videos DJ!!
    👍👍🚂🙂

  • @dougcostello9064
    @dougcostello9064 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice work. 👍

  • @patterrana1581
    @patterrana1581 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just seen a recommendation for you on a n scale FB group. I really appreciate the fact that your not a professional, just give it a shot! Theres a lot of pro level videos on here that I find just waaay too intimidating. And like you said, have fun! Definitely subscribed!

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. I screw things up all the time, lol. Just keep going, try again, etc. Many people are afraid to even try. Start small, keep it simple and just enjoy creating.

  • @Nscalestuff
    @Nscalestuff 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The misses and I finally have found a new home, with a basement of course! In a couple months when I begin construction, and of course in between what rest and time I get off between pool runs (you know all about that DJ....) I'm considering just using 2" foam and bypassing the wood base. I figure if I need a solid surface below the foam somewhere, I could just hot glue some thick styrene under the foam at the opening. What's your opinion Dj? Anyone else?

    • @SuperRedTails
      @SuperRedTails 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, after using plywood and homisode, then 2" foam by it self, In hind sight I would use 1" foam on top of 3/8th plywood as the base. Maybe the best of both worlds!? Scott

  • @steve87thpsap
    @steve87thpsap 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice that was really a nice quick explain to move quickly.

  • @davidvanschaick5565
    @davidvanschaick5565 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Drone time for under the ductwork lol, well done sir !

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You got that right!

  • @jeffherdzina6716
    @jeffherdzina6716 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gotta love California and the warning stickers on EVERYTHING !! Great video ....looks like you have to a ton of work on it. Wondering if we will get a complete layout update ?

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope in May to have layout mostly completed.

  • @scottpool4777
    @scottpool4777 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks good very very good awesome👏👏👏👏

  • @flatoutfullbore
    @flatoutfullbore 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for your help & the demo!!!

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad I could help!

  • @KutWrite
    @KutWrite 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Marvelous - I think I could live in your towns.
    Idea: You could start your videos with "Here we go." and end with "'Til next time, that'll do!" At least CSXers will get it. Or do you guys still say that?
    Practice safe CSX!

  • @peteywheatstraws4909
    @peteywheatstraws4909 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I reckon what I like most is that you are doing layouts of actual places during specific time periods.

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. I often say I am not an artist, but a duplicator. I just take what I see and model it smaller. That way its exactly what I want.

  • @gerlandkent6377
    @gerlandkent6377 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    👍👍

  • @1JUSTGOTLUCKY1
    @1JUSTGOTLUCKY1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative...thank you!!!

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @seanbalistreri9178
    @seanbalistreri9178 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    13 gondolas derailed with 2 filled with metal scraps 2 days ago

  • @scottsmith7051
    @scottsmith7051 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome!

  • @daveroush4896
    @daveroush4896 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome work!

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot!

  • @shawnpowell5876
    @shawnpowell5876 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ABSOLUTELY AMAZING DJ! You make it look so easy and w little effort. I'm sold on using the casting material when I finally get to work on mine! The scenery w the trees, grass etc looks great! The grain facility you have, what make is it? I've drawn my layout on a sketch pad and I've chosen a GRAIN MILL and a CEMENT COMPANY so far. I think I want 1 more but have to narrow my choices. Once again, great job and thanks for sharing your videos as always DJ!

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is my cement plant made from PVC

  • @mtress66
    @mtress66 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You do a awesome job

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Cheers!

  • @garyrunnalls7714
    @garyrunnalls7714 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job.

  • @theenigmaticgamer
    @theenigmaticgamer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can I ask how you deal with wiring the track after doing all the scenic work?
    That's a great video and very helpful. Thanks for sharing.

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I drilled a hole for feeder wires before I glued the mainline down. Since the plywood was so thin, and the foam was only an inch thick, it wasn't hard to fish them through.

    • @theenigmaticgamer
      @theenigmaticgamer 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      djstrains Thanks for the advice. Much appreciated 👍

  • @dirkmontgomery5983
    @dirkmontgomery5983 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Measure twice cut once

    • @Eclipse1988
      @Eclipse1988 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Measure twice and mess it up anyway 😂😂😂

  • @sherrypilorski8975
    @sherrypilorski8975 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely Beautiful. These videos make my week. How do you find time to do this working on the Rail Road.

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Extraboard, you know..

  • @conecuhvalleyttrak
    @conecuhvalleyttrak 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks great! I like the depot. Is it a kit or scratchbuilt?

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was an old cast resin assembled building. I forgot where i got it, its that old, lol.

  • @crrguy1625
    @crrguy1625 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What Is The Age To Start A Layout With Scenery

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      8. That seems to be an age where they have some patience, can work with elmers glue, and still have a fun imagination.

  • @thefutureofyesterday8136
    @thefutureofyesterday8136 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    DJ I wish you were my neighbor to help me get my layout started. I am overwhelmed with where or how to begin. I have no standing track plan which would help me tremendously yet even with the plan I simply do not know where or how to even begin designing a track plan. I never thought I would have all the supplies on hand to begin but not knowing how to begin....

  • @nails6365
    @nails6365 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    holy cr*p the size of your layout is bigger than my house!

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      its only 13' x 12', but its n scale.

    • @nails6365
      @nails6365 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@djstrains looks good to me, hope to see your finished layout soon buddy!

  • @62ejo
    @62ejo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello dj on jaw tooth channel today 1/23/2022 he found a switch that was heated on the CSX in Kentucky and it was on,could you please elaborate on the switch....Thxs...

    • @djstrains
      @djstrains  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nearly all our POWERED switches (dispatcher controlled) in my area have a heater to keep them from freezing on days like today. The MOW guys keep them maintained. I'm not sure if I have footage in one of my videos, but I'll look into showing it in a video someday, thanks.

    • @62ejo
      @62ejo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@djstrains And thxs to you dj yeah it never dawn on me that there something like a heated switches,makes sense...Ok thxs look forward for you comments....Again thxs...Ed..

    • @gcorriveau6864
      @gcorriveau6864 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@62ejo fwiw - "back in the day" when I was working for CN Signals, I was installing the new-at-the-time CTC (Centralized Track Control) system at all the sidings west of Edmonton to Jasper and beyond. Part of this included installing switch heaters. Some sidings used propane-fuel heaters while others were oil-fuled, so there had to be appropriate fuel-storage tanks at the sites as well and access roads for delivery trucks to get to them. Basically the heaters were just some plumbed in 'jets' mounted along the outsides of the rails. These jets were covered with sheet-metal tops to keep out dirt and debris and concentrate the heat onto the outsides of the rails. Are you going to model some of these on your layout? Cheers.

  • @electricgaming9914
    @electricgaming9914 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    EVERYONE IS SAYING FOAM :(((

  • @thelowmein9143
    @thelowmein9143 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What kind of sissy railroad man doesn’t own a big ole polar bear killin’ truck? 😛😛😛