And so it begins. A masterclass in basic joinery, measure twice, cut once. Keeping the mobility of the whole layout to the fore. A great watch and not too long at all, I learned a lot, as I am sure, many others did too. The start of the new Lakeside and we were privileged to witness the birth of the very first module.
TheDiomedef16 Many thanks little bruv and pleased that you learnt something from it. Yep, I can remember my dad teaching me to measure twice and cut once very early on in my life and it never left me - I still manage to screw up sometimes though! 😂😂. The first module is now built as you say so I am hoping that the rest will be reasonably quick as I now know what I’m doing. Cheers for now buddy. .............Graham
Will be a pleasure to watch the new build, just starting out in model railway and model building so hope to learn a lot. Now I just need to build my shed, line it and aircon and we will be moving forward. Cheers
Robert L. Finney Your shed sounds great Robert especially with the air con, I haven’t turned mine off since I had it installed, it’s lovely and wish I had it installed earlier, it’s lovely and warm in there and a pleasure to work in there. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Just saw your latest video when you were pleased to have reached 10k subscribers, well done on that achievement! Came here to start from the beginning as I start building my own model railway building for the first time. I look forward to using your videos as a resource, thank you!
Steff Thank you Steff and pleased that you found the videos of interest, look around at other channels too because we all have different ways of doing basically the same thing! The thing is to just enjoy it and not treat it as a chore which sometimes it can feel like. 😉. Cheers for now. ...............Graham
Thank you Graham, I have worked through all the videos and am now up to date, your layout looks beautiful and I look forward to your weekly updates with a cuppa and currently, a mince pie! best regardsSteff
Steff Ooooh, I love mince pies Steff ! 👍🏻. Thank you for taking the time and trouble to look through all the videos, that’s greatly appreciated and I hope that you found them of some use for your own layout. Cheers for now. ............Graham
It's very difficult to construct anything that will prove to be stable with the standard of timber we can source economically in the U.K. The mistake I think most home constructers make is to use too heavy section material - there is very little weight on the structure after all. I would recommend using engineered timber - plywood - and sourcing it from a reputable timber merchant where different grades of timber are available. It is easy to rip down plywood sheets to provide whatever section of timber you need and using adhesives strive to achieve the most stable and lightweight structure possible. Very stable and lightweight framing is possible without using inferior grade softwood that is continually moving seasonally. Plywood is available in grades suitable for most situations and works out economically when ripped down to smaller sections. Using an air tacker and modern adhesives, construction is rapid and repeatable. Well done though Graham, your staying power is admirable.
fraser hardmetal I’m sure all what you say is true but as I am one of those amateur DIY people then I have to settle for the stuff at B&Q - I wouldn’t know any difference to be honest. Plus, most of the materials I am using are from reclaimed wood from the previous layout, I can’t afford to go out and buy all new materials. I have only bought some new this weekend to give me enough with my left overs to hopefully complete what I have planned. Thanks for the comment though buddy, it’s much appreciated. Cheers for now. ............Graham
David Hyde Thank you very much David, not at all daunting for me, I feel really excited about this and I’ve done quite a lot since this video was taken and it coming along great so far, I should think about two weeks should give me all my baseboards if I can stick at it. Thank you so much for the time we spent together the other day David, it was a real pleasure and honour to meet you and of course see Deresley plus your Dinky collection. Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
@@GrahamFoulston Thanks Graham, looking forward to the next Lakeside update. Honour for me to finally meet up with you too. You may be interested to know I have finally resolved my software/computer issues and am back in business - mainly thanks to a very helpfull and understanding guy called Matt at Hornby. Look forward to meeting again soon ... David
David Hyde I’m so pleased that you have managed to sort out you computer and software issues, hopefully now you are all up and running again. Well done Hornby ! 👍. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
It`s funny looking back at how it all started Graham..you have come a long way in 18 months..i remember the hassle you had off the punters.you should have done this or that but you proved them all wrong again as you do..Top Man.. You know i enjoyed watching that again...all great fun Graham.. cheers Allan
Dave Horton Well hopefully the adjustable legs should arrive Tuesday and I will try to put an update up during mid week which will hopefully show them plus a another module or two. Cheers for now. .............Graham
Looks great so far Graham I think this way is so much better. Looks light and easy to move and it looks strong I saw you walk on it cant wait to see what the finished baseboards look like keep up the amazing work
Sean Graham Many thanks Sean, this particular modular is going to be the largest size and this is very light for me to move about as you can see in the video which is exactly what I wanted. It should look great when finished - hopefully! 👍. Cheers for now mate. ..............Graham
Loved your old layout but going to enjoy this build, I agree I have used both ply and MDF and found ply was a pain in chipping when cutting at times and warped a lot more than MDF, so now MDF I have used this on many layouts even unsealed and had no issues in warping personally. But comes to owners choice at the end of the day :). Look forward to watching the progress of this
Sean Baldwin Totally agree with you Sean, like you, I have had no problems with MDF at all and again like you, found using plywood it tends to splinter so much but hey ho, each to their own materials to use - not right or wrong using MDF or Ply. I have progressed since this video was made so hopefully another update at the weekend. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Hi Alex and unfortunately no video of that but it is just a basic bus wire going from one side of the lift up section right the way round the layout to the other side of the lift up section but not joined together as I’m operating DCC. Hope that helps. Cheers for now. .......... Graham
Many thanks for taking the time to reply and the helpful guidance. Much enjoying catching up on the videos of Lakeside - an enjoyable antidote to any lockdown.
Greg Pegg Hi Greg, well I did do a fair bit of measuring and testing before I went ahead so I hope I have got it all ok and as you say, I can now start a production line going now the first one is built. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
I’m sure you are happy to make a start Graham. Looking good on module one and looking forward to you progress on the new Lakeside. Thanks for sharing and you’ll be running trains soon I’m sure. Cary
cbgadget Many thanks Cary, I hope to be running trains within about 3 months if I can, it sounds a long time but I have so many other jobs to do as well as this. If I can build the other 7 modules the same as this first one then it should all be good ! 👍. Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Philip Page Thank you Philip and I hope you found it of interest for you. At least it’s under way now and I can get cracking on with the rest of the modules. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
A great start Graham but you did make me shudder at one point when you drilled the smaller piece of MDF on your legs 😒. Do I assume the wiring will be hanging loose underneath or will you drill circular cutouts through the cross members to avoid snagging it when moving the boards? Nice work at the start of the new venture. Cheers, Bob
trainmanbob That drill looked a lot closer to my leg than it actually was Bob, I really don’t fancy drilling through my leg! 😄. No, the wiring will be going through holes drilled into the crossmembers but I won’t be drilling those holes until I get nearer the time of running the wiring. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
i used 2x2 square inch for legs and 1 and a half x a half inch for all battens ,top was old notice boards i found MDF creates to much dust when cutting it ,and you need the lightweight MDF as the heavy is heavy
malcolmone1 Well I guess each and every one of us uses all manner of different materials to build our layouts, as someone else commented, there is no right or wrong way, just what is suitable and available to you and what you can afford. As long as it’s stable for the environment it is located in then that to me is the important thing. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
You make it look so easy Graham. From experience I know it isn't easy at all. A great start and the excitement is certainly building now. Looking forward to the next update. All the best Jamie
Pennyhill Junction It is easy Jamie, if it wasn’t then I would have problems! 😄😄. Hopefully the next update should be about mid week with a bit of luck. Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
Greg Hale Many thanks for your comment Greg and as always, it’s greatly appreciated. I have now built two modules and I want to build a corner module today if I can, the adjustable legs should be arriving today so hopefully I will have a good run by the end of the day. I am very fortunate with my general health, no arthritis, no meds taken at all, no diabetes so I can crawl around on the floor with no problems which makes life a lot easier when doing this sort of work. Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
Dan Lawrie Thank you Dan, I’m hoping that now I have the first module under my belt then the rest will be slightly easier now that I know what I’m doing and that the first one works ok. Cheers for now mate. .............Graham
TrainSpotter2003 Thank you and hopefully you found this of interest. Good on you on thinking of rebuilding, if it’s not making you happy the way it is then if you can’t modify it then rebuilding is the other option. Good luck with the ballasting! 😉. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Diblington Vale Many thanks Ian, I have managed to complete another module today so it’s coming along nicely, hopefully if I carry on like this then I should have the baseboards complete in two to three weeks with a bit of luck. ! 👍. Cheers for now mate. .............Graham
Hi Graham wow got your work cut out ,even moving ,model railway takes all your spare time nice so far the broads strong ,me still working mine after many years maintenance enjoy very moment with heat 80c outside kev philipines
Johnrey Ortiz Wow - 80 degrees! That’s horrendous. 😱. I’m getting there mate, still another 7 more modules to go but at least it’s started now! Cheers for now. ..........Graham
letzterinstanz Many, many thanks Reinhard and it is good to see Lakeside taking shape at long last, it seems to have taken ages to get this far but getting the room right first was as important to me as well as the building of the new baseboards. But we are under way now and have completed the second module today so it’s coming along. Cheers for now my friend. ............Graham
Can you give me the full list of materials you use and how to get it like you did because im starting in the hobby as wel and have now clue to make it like you do it
edoc2 Thanks Dave. Yes, this module is plenty strong enough and should be stable too, as long as I build the rest the same way then the whole layout should be good to go very soon. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
And so it begins. Great news! So two modules will make it 96" long which is what I have decided upon too, plus corners (which will add another 48" or so for me), though only 24" deep, my house is very small. I will be keen to see what you do with your space as I'm guessing your overall size will be quite modest compare to many on TH-cam.M y layout sits in a cottage in Scotland, it won't be until Easter before I add to the fiddle yard that is only 96" x 15", you will be finished way before me!
Creeping Jane Yes, my layout is actually quite small compared to a lot of the folk on here but that actually suits me, I think if I had a layout 30 feet long or more then I would find it too daunting and very expensive to buy all that track for too. I’m happy with the size and apart from that, you just have to make do with what you have. I have constructed another module today so I would like to try to construct a corner module tomorrow - depends what time I can get up in the train room. Cheers for now mate. .............Graham
@@GrahamFoulston Hi Graham - looking forward to seeing your corner sections and how you will join them to the main modules - I might be cribbing your ideas on this. My fiddle yard has curved points leading out at both ends and will connect via nominally 3rd and 4th radius curves to the front section at one end. The other end is more complicated as I will have four tracks going from a 30" radius down to a 21" (3rd) radius and then through two points to return to the two to cuved points on the fiddle yard. Best wishes - Peter
Creeping Jane Hi Peter, well I have constructed the first corner today and also installed the adjustable feet too so it’s so getting there nice and steady, hopefully another one or two modules will be built tomorrow. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
Bit late now i know, but when doing this kind of work i find 2 drills are better one with a screw bit and one for drilling, saves a lot of time changing over
Kevin Evans To be honest Kevin, I had two identical drills for doing exactly that, would believe it that literally burnt out with smoke pouring out from it only a few hours before I started this video - what a pain that was swapping over from drills to screw driver bits! 🤬🤬. Cheers for now. ............ Graham
Exceptional job Graham on those boards, we all seem to be building new layout which I’ve also done and posted. Look forward to the next update Cheers Ben
Railway Modeller Ben Thank you Ben and yes, there are quite a few of us either building new layouts or rebuilding an existing one - all good for the industry and hobby though. An update will hopefully be mid week sometime. Cheers for now. ............Graham
One thing I've noticed Graham particularly since being on TH-cam is that there seems to be as many ways to build benchwork (baseboards) as there are modelers. There is no right way and no wrong way only the way that works for you. I'm sure the new Lakeside will rest upon a good solid foundation. David.
David Atkins Crikey David, you have hit the nail right on the head my friend and I just wish that some folk would realise that, I have seen so many various ways people have built their baseboards and as you say, we all have our own particular way and as you say, as long as it works for you then really that’s all that matters - and of course that it’s stable which I hope this will be. Just like a house, get the foundations right and the rest will follow. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Nice job Graham. I totally agree with you the MDF is fine, in the right conditions - which you have. My only other comment is - invest in a second cordless drill/driver. Even a cheap one from the likes of Lidl will save you time from swapping bits between drill and screwdriver! I used to do the same as you, except the bit I took out of the chuck would instantly hide itself and I'd spend 5 minutes searching for it before I could continue next time I needed that bit! Happy New Year!
Steve Mercer I don’t know how many times I was thinking the same thing as you about the drill while I was making this module, the silly thing is I had an identical drill (Bosch) up until recently when all of a sudden I had smoke pouring out of it so at that time I did have two drills just for this exact purpose - I must get a replacement. Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
Good to see the start, Graham. This is going to give you so much more room than your old layout. You will also get more running track now you have the tracks running around the walls of the room. I also feel its going to give a much better overall appearance, with the old layout it just looked like the railway was only running around the village. With the new layout each side will seem like a different section of the railway. Its really going to feel like the train is going somewhere, much more so than the old Lakeside. And of course, access to all parts now is going to be so much easier. So a win win all round. Loved watching the high speed footage, made it look so easy. Keep up the good work!
100SteveB You are absolutely correct in all what you say Steve which is another reason(s) for rebuilding, it seemed a good idea at the time but it never did work properly hence the decision to rebuild, I’m sure I will get much more pleasure from this layout both in the building of it and the operation of it too. Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Stuart Woollard It’s a bit difficult to plan that at the moment Stuart but because these are modular then I can just unbolt should I need to and turn it on its side to work on it, I would much rather that than to decide now and then change my mind after using it - that’s what happened on the previous layout. Cheers for now. .........Graham
Andy's trains and more Thanks Andy, with this first module out the way then I can now crack on with the remainder now that I know this first one works ok. Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Good Progress Graham! You have inspired to me to make my own layout. I just need to start building as my collection OO gauge diesel locos is getting bigger. Great Video! :)
Jake Gooding That’s excellent Jake and I’m glad I have inspired you to making a start on your own layout, as long as you don’t treat it as a chore feeling that you have to do it and do it only when you want to then you will have bags of fun. Good luck my friend and enjoy! 😉👍. Cheers for now. ............Graham
@@GrahamFoulston Thank you Graham, good luck on lakeside aswell. Can't wait to be able to watch all the videos from the very beginning to the end. :) Jake
Andy Hudson Thanks Andy, my previous layout didn’t warp so I have no fears of this warping either especially as you say with the framing underneath. Cheers for now buddy. ...........Graham
So did you work out where the point motors are going before you put the cross bracing in ? or is it a case of fitting the motors between the bracing , and make it up as you go along ? you don,t seem to have a plan , good luck
david beckett Nope, the track will just have to fit around the cross members, this is going to be a very simple layout so I’m not too bothered that point motors won’t fit to be honest. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Scott Downey Thanks Scott and you’re right, I don’t think I will have any problems with the strength, it seems strong enough - if it can take me walking on it then I’m sure it can take the weight of a loco and a few bits of track ! 😄. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Strathmore Road junction Anthony Thanks for the comment mate. Hopefully the next update should be about mid week with a bit of luck. Cheers for now. .........Graham
You are at an exciting point Graham, building and planning a new layout, at this stage is, I think, better than the feeling of sadness at the end of your first layout. I see you go about building your modules in the same way you build your layout, very precise, a joy to watch. One question, are you going to build all the modules the same or are you going to arrange the support woodwork so as to avoid point motor positions and the turntable. Robin
Milton Mo Junction Thank you very much Robin and greatly appreciated. I wanted this layout to be accurate as regards being flat and level - unlike the first one and so being precise is of importance to me - get this bit right and the rest should follow a lot easier. I will initially build all the modules the same so I will no doubt have to modify them accordingly as and when something gets in the way. I’m not planning the layout yet - I’m planning the space to put a layout in if that makes sense and will make it fit that space. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
paul andrews Hi Paul and yes, for me the simple, light and strong has to be the way considering that they are all going to be modular. Thanks for the comment and cheers for now. ...........Graham
Hey Graham, really like your progress so far. Just wondering if open gridwork would allow more scenery below track level in relation to flat board construction, thanks.
david fleming Hi David, I shall carry on with the flat panels for now and complete a totally flat circuit, once I have that then I can adjust accordingly as I see fit. As these units are small modules, then all I need to do is just unbolt a particular module and then modify it. I learnt from my previous layout that cutting holes for lakes, canals etc too early on was a mistake, I need to take my time and just ponder on things first before I make any hasty decisions - it’s just my way of working these days. Thanks for the comment and idea though mate, it’s greatly appreciated. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Ahhh!! Graham - the best laid plans of mice and men!!!! When she who has to be obeyed states that you are going out - that's it! Just when you thought you had a day to yourself and could get right into the new baseboards. Never mind. Sometimes its best to stop and review the situation after the first module and regroup if need be. I will follow your progress with great interest albeit I am in N Gauge. P.S. Hope you enjoyed your day out! lol
Murray Hall Hi Murray and yes, this happens so often that I’m used to it now but it is infuriating when I all I want to do is crack on with it. You are spot on as regards regrouping after the first module, that first one is going to be the model for all the rest so this has to be right. Yes, the day out was good!👍👍. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
davestrains Absolutely Dave, exciting times indeed and I can’t wait until tomorrow when I can get some more done - lovely. Cheers for now. ..............Graham
And it hath begun! ;-) I reckon MDF is the way to go too. As you say, they've held up to warping and they have other great properties. The perfect choice for a nice, clean temperature controlled room like yours. Great to see you've got the bit between your teeth, Graham :-)
John Maguire Indeed it has begun John - at long last ! Even though there alternatives to MDF, I need to recycle a lot of what I have and as it hasn’t caused me any problems over the last 6 years then MDF is the way to go for me no matter what others say. The bit is certainly between my teeth now. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Good to see the start of Lakeside 2.0. To save on weight/timber have you considered using just two legs at one end of each module? If you put a ledge at the other end, you won’t need so many levellers and heavy legs. It will be just as strong. Just a thought. Enjoying your videos.
David Fidler That’s a neat idea David, good thinking! I will look into that but I can see that working. I have now got a second module built so I will try that out tomorrow. Thanks for buddy, a really constructive comment. Cheers for now buddy. ..............Graham
It should also help with keeping the tracks aligned and level at the joints. I used this method for an exhibition layout and it was a breeze to erect and disassemble. Not that you require portability, but if it saves weight and timber, why not.
John Carvil Hi John and no holding me back now as long as the wife doesn’t find more jobs for me to do which is highly unlikely! Cheers for now mate. ..............Graham
Duncan Campbell Hi Duncan, I’m not quite sure what you mean by what kind of baseboard it is to be honest - I’m obviously having a senior moment here! 😄. It’s just a timber framework wit 9mm MDF glued and screwed to it. Hope that helps. Cheers for now. ..............Graham
Hi Graham. Very instructive video. Just started a medium sized layout for the grandson. Need to add some legs yet. Noticed you mentioned adjustable feet. Might I ask where you have purchased yours from. Cheers.
Dave Henshaw Hi Dave, I am getting these from Amazon, they have many different kinds to choose from so there is a good selection. I tried B&Q but they don’t sell them - well not in my local state anyway. Hope that helps. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Great start Graham, don’t worry about the length, I personally find longer videos more entertaining. Keep up the great work my friend. Looking forward to future episodes. Clive.
Clive briggs Many thanks Clive and much appreciated, I’m pleased that the first module is now complete as I can now carry on with the same designs for the rest of them - apart from the corners of course which will be slightly different. There should be a further update soon hopefully. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Been following lakeside for ages and really looking forward to seeing it develope again, on another note Graham, do you know what happened to Mark from Western centurion he's been awful quiet and was enjoying his layout as well
Lou Smith Thank you Brian, I haven’t from Mark for ages, I see he posts on FaceBook now and again but apart from that then nothing. Sorry mate, not much help there. Cheers for now. ..............Graham
Nice to see you have made a start Graham. If you could work as fast as you showed in the time lapse, you could have it all built in a day lol. Look forward to your next update. Regards Geoff.
Geoffersh Blimey, it would be brilliant if I could work as fast as that wouldn’t it Geoff, as you say, it would be finished in no time! Cheers for now mate. ...............Graham
Anthony Dodge The Model Train Outsider Many thanks Anthony, it was actually a really pleasant build and I’m pleased with the final product too - just another 7 to go! 👍. Cheers for now. .........Graham
Good Luck Graham! (Sounds weird but I can imagine the smell - of timber. Something I am very sensitive to!) I love working in wood, always have, and that’s thanks to my School woodwork Teacher of whom, I can honestly say, I think every day as he taught me so much.
RML Bobby D Thank you and that’s a wonderful story too, there are certain people in life who will make a huge impression on you and your life. Cheers for now. .........Graham
Gee, Graham you are a fast worker! :-) You make it look so easy. One particular comment if I may, are you going to have wiring under the modules? If so, I thought you would have drilled holes through the cross members, or is that planned to be done as you go along? Keep up the good work. .... Ian
Hawthorn Valley Hi Ian and thank you. I will drill the holes for the wiring etc in the cross members a little later when I know more about the positioning, because these are modular then I can separate them and turn them upside down to drill them should I need to but hopefully that won’t be necessary. Cheers for now mate. ..............Graham
VHHO 66 Thanks mate, hopefully now the first module is built then I will be able to crack at a faster rate of knots to make the others, I don’t think it will take too long if I can stick at it and not get bogged down with jobs the wife wants me to do! Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Steve Bryce-Grant That’s the problem though Steve, apart from hand sawing it then the only other thing I could do is to buy a band saw or a circular saw, I do have an old circular saw I could try. Cheers for now. ...............Graham
Andrew Collins Thanks Andrew and I think a lot of folk get enjoyment from seeing a layout being built from the start - I know I do ! 😉. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Finnerton central model railway Well if I can get a King size bed both up and down those stairs Brian then I’m sure these modules will be a doddle ! 👍. Not bad getting up and down those stairs and getting up from the floor as well for a 70 year old! 😉. Cheers for now. .........Graham
Finnerton central model railway To be honest Brian, I don’t think my joints are any worse now than when I was 37 - I’m very lucky. I don’t even take any prescribed meds either. 👍
You will be tempted to run a train, Graham. I like speedy up things. You will have to watch your knees! Ah, the tried and tested 'load test', stand on it. Good work.
Nigel Carter I might be tempted to run a train Nigel but I’ve run out of room now - well at least until I have a few modules built ! Yep, I think standing on said module is a good enough load test, if it doesn’t break then that’s good enough for me! 😂😂. Cheers for now mate. ..............Graham
haraaah 😃 will be paying very close attention as i am going to rebuild Layton junction sometime soon have been waiting with bated breath for the rebuild like your favorite soap can't wait for the next episode 🤣 i know you won't mind if i copy some of your technics and ideas 😃👍 all the best al
Layton Junction You go ahead and copy as much as you like Al, that’s what this hobby is all about and hopefully the next video will be up about mid week. Cheers for now. .........Graham
Sammy B Videography And a happy New Year to you too Sammy and thank you for the comment - more work has been done since this video was produced so watch out for an update soon! 👍. Cheers for now. .............Graham
Amery Junction I have many new things that I would like to introduce into this version of Lakeside so exciting times ahead. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Well done Graham for sticking to your guns, even better now that you have proper air conditioning, you can fine tune your climate to keep the MDF sweet. I have an extremely well insulated, purpose built shed, ( and expensive) lol and have reaped benefits both winter and summer.
Mark Mattocks Thank you very much Mark, I’m surprised that anything above 16 degrees is too warm in there to work but if you are just sitting there then it’s a perfect temperature. The shed sounds good even though you say it was expensive but you do get what you pay for these days, as long as you are comfortable in there (which I’m sure you are) then that’s the main thing. 😉. Cheers for now. ............Graham
The shed is wavy edge cedar, built on stud frame, 100 mm insulation, walls, pitch roof, then 200 mm above ceiling, and 25mm in the floor. The door is also insulated at 50mm.I have an oil filled radiator, and that is set at just frost free setting, and that can be too warm, especially if it’s a fairly mild day, and a desiccant dehumidifier set on auto. The temperature seems to be fairly constant. I have ply base boards, and have also adjustable feet to all legs, but have never adjusted them. Watching with interest, great stuff, although I am still on first layout, so when do I do a rebuild to keep up with the Jones’s lol
Hi Graham, sorry I forgot that bit, it’s 20’ by 12pm (old money), like your new Lakeside, around the perimeters, and I plan to do something in the centre, and accommodating three quarters far end of shed. I made mistake of too much track, and not enough for scenery, and buildings etc.
sparky107107 Thanks David, hopefully if I get the time without any interruptions then you’re right - it will be great to see the Big Boy trundling around there! 👍. Cheers for now buddy. ..........Graham
Mark Franks Thank you Mark, it’s been a long time coming but yes, I have now started and really looking forward to building this back up again. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
@@GrahamFoulston I think that we should all be pleased that Graham is obviously taking the time to read and respond to our comments. Nice one Graham and thank you. - Peter
Creeping Jane No problems Peter and thank you for your kind comment, I do try to reply to everyone if I can, they may not agree with what I say sometimes but I do reply! Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Lakeside model railway. Graham you may remember when we met at the Milton Keynes show. (Great to meet you btw). I asked you about what it was like being a TH-cam? You replied ‘you need a thick skin’. Remember? I’m not there yet, but my blank channel is starting to gain interest. I publish on FB. Network model rail started by Cottesmore and mrycg. But am starting to think I might later in the year, see how the interest grows. Thanks Graham for your kind advice.
Piccadilly Model Railway By John Warner Yes I do remember you John, we had quite a long talk and very enjoyable it was too, I can’t remember if I have subscribed to your channel,or not so I will nip over now and have a look - if I haven’t then I will subscribe. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Model Railways Unlimited Yes I do wear a mask when cutting with a saw but just for the drilling of the holes then I don’t bother - I know I should but I don’t. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
Thanks Phil, blimey these were early days of this layout, good to see it again. Yes I had quit about four years ago now but started smoking again! 😂. Cheers for now mate. ............ Graham
Superb! Sunday night and Lakeside is reborn! I hope this comment isn't too late and you've just emptied your wallet at B&Q. - but what about milling the larger stuff to the sizes you need with a circular saw or saw table?
davie maclean Yep, just like the old times eh Davie, Sunday night and a Lakeside video! 😉. I hardly ever use any machine tools, I tend to cut and sand everything by hand if I can, I’m just old fashioned. I have a host of electrical tools in the garage but hardly ever use them, the nearest thing I get is using the electric drill !! Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
@@GrahamFoulston Might be worthwhile seeing if a local workshop or handyman would do it for you - depending on the price obviously. I used to have one near me but he had the temerity to retire! ;-)
davie maclean Some people have no sense of obligation and just retire! Blooming cheek I say! 😂. Most of the material is the correct size when I bought it and apart from that I actually enjoy building it this way, I know it’s more work for me but in a bizarre way it’s very enjoyable.
Chris Jubb Thank you Chris and glad you enjoy my videos and that this one made you smile. No, I haven’t packed up smoking yet although I did manage to cut down a lot which is better than what I was smoking at the time. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
You could ripe the big ones into half the size. Good you’re starting. Since your space is now climate controlled, there is even less chance of warping. Well worked out well. You’ve done it totally wrong you know 😉 wink wink
Rob McCrain The problem with that Rob is that I have cut all the materials to size now. Hehe, yes I have no doubt that to some I would have done this totally wrong - not wrong though, just different to how they would have done it !! 😂😂. Cheers for now buddy. .............Graham
And so it begins. A masterclass in basic joinery, measure twice, cut once. Keeping the mobility of the whole layout to the fore. A great watch and not too long at all, I learned a lot, as I am sure, many others did too. The start of the new Lakeside and we were privileged to witness the birth of the very first module.
TheDiomedef16 Many thanks little bruv and pleased that you learnt something from it. Yep, I can remember my dad teaching me to measure twice and cut once very early on in my life and it never left me - I still manage to screw up sometimes though! 😂😂. The first module is now built as you say so I am hoping that the rest will be reasonably quick as I now know what I’m doing. Cheers for now buddy. .............Graham
Will be a pleasure to watch the new build, just starting out in model railway and model building so hope to learn a lot. Now I just need to build my shed, line it and aircon and we will be moving forward. Cheers
Robert L. Finney Your shed sounds great Robert especially with the air con, I haven’t turned mine off since I had it installed, it’s lovely and wish I had it installed earlier, it’s lovely and warm in there and a pleasure to work in there. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Just saw your latest video when you were pleased to have reached 10k subscribers, well done on that achievement! Came here to start from the beginning as I start building my own model railway building for the first time. I look forward to using your videos as a resource, thank you!
Steff Thank you Steff and pleased that you found the videos of interest, look around at other channels too because we all have different ways of doing basically the same thing! The thing is to just enjoy it and not treat it as a chore which sometimes it can feel like. 😉. Cheers for now. ...............Graham
Thank you Graham, I have worked through all the videos and am now up to date, your layout looks beautiful and I look forward to your weekly updates with a cuppa and currently, a mince pie! best regardsSteff
Steff Ooooh, I love mince pies Steff ! 👍🏻. Thank you for taking the time and trouble to look through all the videos, that’s greatly appreciated and I hope that you found them of some use for your own layout. Cheers for now. ............Graham
It's very difficult to construct anything that will prove to be stable with the standard of timber we can source economically in the U.K. The mistake I think most home constructers make is to use too heavy section material - there is very little weight on the structure after all. I would recommend using engineered timber - plywood - and sourcing it from a reputable timber merchant where different grades of timber are available. It is easy to rip down plywood sheets to provide whatever section of timber you need and using adhesives strive to achieve the most stable and lightweight structure possible. Very stable and lightweight framing is possible without using inferior grade softwood that is continually moving seasonally. Plywood is available in grades suitable for most situations and works out economically when ripped down to smaller sections. Using an air tacker and modern adhesives, construction is rapid and repeatable. Well done though Graham, your staying power is admirable.
fraser hardmetal I’m sure all what you say is true but as I am one of those amateur DIY people then I have to settle for the stuff at B&Q - I wouldn’t know any difference to be honest. Plus, most of the materials I am using are from reclaimed wood from the previous layout, I can’t afford to go out and buy all new materials. I have only bought some new this weekend to give me enough with my left overs to hopefully complete what I have planned. Thanks for the comment though buddy, it’s much appreciated. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Glad you are underway with the new build - looks daunting. Impressed with the construction of the panels - very nice indeed ... David
David Hyde Thank you very much David, not at all daunting for me, I feel really excited about this and I’ve done quite a lot since this video was taken and it coming along great so far, I should think about two weeks should give me all my baseboards if I can stick at it. Thank you so much for the time we spent together the other day David, it was a real pleasure and honour to meet you and of course see Deresley plus your Dinky collection. Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
@@GrahamFoulston Thanks Graham, looking forward to the next Lakeside update. Honour for me to finally meet up with you too. You may be interested to know I have finally resolved my software/computer issues and am back in business - mainly thanks to a very helpfull and understanding guy called Matt at Hornby. Look forward to meeting again soon ... David
David Hyde I’m so pleased that you have managed to sort out you computer and software issues, hopefully now you are all up and running again. Well done Hornby ! 👍. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
It`s funny looking back at how it all started Graham..you have come a long way in 18 months..i remember the hassle you had off the punters.you should have done this or that but you proved them all wrong again as you do..Top Man..
You know i enjoyed watching that again...all great fun Graham..
cheers Allan
HI Graham Nice to see it all going Be interesting to see the adjust legs see what they look like cheers Dave.
Dave Horton Well hopefully the adjustable legs should arrive Tuesday and I will try to put an update up during mid week which will hopefully show them plus a another module or two. Cheers for now. .............Graham
Looks great so far Graham I think this way is so much better. Looks light and easy to move and it looks strong I saw you walk on it cant wait to see what the finished baseboards look like keep up the amazing work
Sean Graham Many thanks Sean, this particular modular is going to be the largest size and this is very light for me to move about as you can see in the video which is exactly what I wanted. It should look great when finished - hopefully! 👍. Cheers for now mate. ..............Graham
Loved your old layout but going to enjoy this build, I agree I have used both ply and MDF and found ply was a pain in chipping when cutting at times and warped a lot more than MDF, so now MDF I have used this on many layouts even unsealed and had no issues in warping personally. But comes to owners choice at the end of the day :). Look forward to watching the progress of this
Sean Baldwin Totally agree with you Sean, like you, I have had no problems with MDF at all and again like you, found using plywood it tends to splinter so much but hey ho, each to their own materials to use - not right or wrong using MDF or Ply. I have progressed since this video was made so hopefully another update at the weekend. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Stunning. Is there a video showing how to wire the layout across the modules, please? Thanks for sharing.
Hi Alex and unfortunately no video of that but it is just a basic bus wire going from one side of the lift up section right the way round the layout to the other side of the lift up section but not joined together as I’m operating DCC. Hope that helps. Cheers for now. .......... Graham
Many thanks for taking the time to reply and the helpful guidance. Much enjoying catching up on the videos of Lakeside - an enjoyable antidote to any lockdown.
@@alexmorgan2296 No problems Alex and only too pleased to help. Cheers for now. ........... Graham
Great start! Bit of a production line now for the remaining modules. Glad you have the height and width to make working and operating easy.
Greg Pegg Hi Greg, well I did do a fair bit of measuring and testing before I went ahead so I hope I have got it all ok and as you say, I can now start a production line going now the first one is built. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
I’m sure you are happy to make a start Graham. Looking good on module one and looking forward to you progress on the new Lakeside.
Thanks for sharing and you’ll be running trains soon I’m sure. Cary
cbgadget Many thanks Cary, I hope to be running trains within about 3 months if I can, it sounds a long time but I have so many other jobs to do as well as this. If I can build the other 7 modules the same as this first one then it should all be good ! 👍. Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Great start to the new Lakeside and a superb lesson in module building which is what I am doing at the moment.
Philip Page Thank you Philip and I hope you found it of interest for you. At least it’s under way now and I can get cracking on with the rest of the modules. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
A great start Graham but you did make me shudder at one point when you drilled the smaller piece of MDF on your legs 😒.
Do I assume the wiring will be hanging loose underneath or will you drill circular cutouts through the cross members to avoid snagging it when moving the boards? Nice work at the start of the new venture. Cheers, Bob
trainmanbob That drill looked a lot closer to my leg than it actually was Bob, I really don’t fancy drilling through my leg! 😄. No, the wiring will be going through holes drilled into the crossmembers but I won’t be drilling those holes until I get nearer the time of running the wiring. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
i used 2x2 square inch for legs and 1 and a half x a half inch for all battens ,top was old notice boards i found MDF creates to much dust when cutting it ,and you need the lightweight MDF as the heavy is heavy
malcolmone1 Well I guess each and every one of us uses all manner of different materials to build our layouts, as someone else commented, there is no right or wrong way, just what is suitable and available to you and what you can afford. As long as it’s stable for the environment it is located in then that to me is the important thing. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
Great to see the New Lakeside coming along
Cheers Martin
Martin Organ Hi Martin and thank you, yes it’s finally under way at long last! Cheers for now. ...........Graham
You make it look so easy Graham.
From experience I know it isn't easy at all.
A great start and the excitement is certainly building now.
Looking forward to the next update.
All the best
Jamie
Pennyhill Junction It is easy Jamie, if it wasn’t then I would have problems! 😄😄. Hopefully the next update should be about mid week with a bit of luck. Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
Looking forward to following your build of Lakeside 2 Cheers GregPS: Would love to be able to get down on my knees as you do.
Greg Hale Many thanks for your comment Greg and as always, it’s greatly appreciated. I have now built two modules and I want to build a corner module today if I can, the adjustable legs should be arriving today so hopefully I will have a good run by the end of the day. I am very fortunate with my general health, no arthritis, no meds taken at all, no diabetes so I can crawl around on the floor with no problems which makes life a lot easier when doing this sort of work. Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
Great to see the start of the modules coming together Graham, very exciting stuff getting the first one done!
Dan Lawrie Thank you Dan, I’m hoping that now I have the first module under my belt then the rest will be slightly easier now that I know what I’m doing and that the first one works ok. Cheers for now mate. .............Graham
Amazing video, i'm now planning to rebuild my layout, putting new wood in and do ballasting for the first time too, and adding bits of scenery
TrainSpotter2003 Thank you and hopefully you found this of interest. Good on you on thinking of rebuilding, if it’s not making you happy the way it is then if you can’t modify it then rebuilding is the other option. Good luck with the ballasting! 😉. Cheers for now. ............Graham
The modules look nicely solid Graham. I am so looking forward to Lakeside taking shape again :). Ian
Diblington Vale Many thanks Ian, I have managed to complete another module today so it’s coming along nicely, hopefully if I carry on like this then I should have the baseboards complete in two to three weeks with a bit of luck. ! 👍. Cheers for now mate. .............Graham
Hi Graham wow got your work cut out ,even moving ,model railway takes all your spare time nice so far the broads strong ,me still working mine after many years maintenance enjoy very moment with heat 80c outside kev philipines
Johnrey Ortiz Wow - 80 degrees! That’s horrendous. 😱. I’m getting there mate, still another 7 more modules to go but at least it’s started now! Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Nice work Graham, hope you and the family are well. Many thanks
Harry
Harry Chapman Many thanks Harry and yes, the family are all ok mate, thank you. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
Looking excellent so far sir,will be following with great furthore
Jamfield central Thank you mate and hopefully there will be another update soon - not so long this time though! Cheers for now. .............Graham
Great to see things taking shape again, Graham. Will be avidly watching. Oh, and it looks good. Very good..............Reinhard
letzterinstanz Many, many thanks Reinhard and it is good to see Lakeside taking shape at long last, it seems to have taken ages to get this far but getting the room right first was as important to me as well as the building of the new baseboards. But we are under way now and have completed the second module today so it’s coming along. Cheers for now my friend. ............Graham
I am so over the moon in watching you build lakeside all ways wanted to know how you done it🤔💯👍
Can you give me the full list of materials you use and how to get it like you did because im starting in the hobby as wel and have now clue to make it like you do it
Well done Graham, pleased to see the start of the re-birth of Lakeside.
John B Thank you very much John and I’m glad to see the rebirth too - exciting times for me! Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Hi Graham Great to see work started on the new lakeside, the baseboards look really strong and stable. Well done mate. Dave.
edoc2 Thanks Dave. Yes, this module is plenty strong enough and should be stable too, as long as I build the rest the same way then the whole layout should be good to go very soon. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
Ohh exciting times! Looking forward to following your progress with this. Best of luck!
Kevin Donnelly Exciting times indeed Kevin. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
And so it begins. Great news! So two modules will make it 96" long which is what I have decided upon too, plus corners (which will add another 48" or so for me), though only 24" deep, my house is very small. I will be keen to see what you do with your space as I'm guessing your overall size will be quite modest compare to many on TH-cam.M y layout sits in a cottage in Scotland, it won't be until Easter before I add to the fiddle yard that is only 96" x 15", you will be finished way before me!
Creeping Jane Yes, my layout is actually quite small compared to a lot of the folk on here but that actually suits me, I think if I had a layout 30 feet long or more then I would find it too daunting and very expensive to buy all that track for too. I’m happy with the size and apart from that, you just have to make do with what you have. I have constructed another module today so I would like to try to construct a corner module tomorrow - depends what time I can get up in the train room. Cheers for now mate. .............Graham
@@GrahamFoulston Hi Graham - looking forward to seeing your corner sections and how you will join them to the main modules - I might be cribbing your ideas on this. My fiddle yard has curved points leading out at both ends and will connect via nominally 3rd and 4th radius curves to the front section at one end. The other end is more complicated as I will have four tracks going from a 30" radius down to a 21" (3rd) radius and then through two points to return to the two to cuved points on the fiddle yard. Best wishes - Peter
Creeping Jane Hi Peter, well I have constructed the first corner today and also installed the adjustable feet too so it’s so getting there nice and steady, hopefully another one or two modules will be built tomorrow. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
What lovely work Graham and what great "80's" beat in the background hahahah! Joachim
Thank you Joachim for your kind comment and glad you liked the music too! Cheers for now mate. ..............Graham
Bit late now i know, but when doing this kind of work i find 2 drills are better one with a screw bit and one for drilling, saves a lot of time changing over
Kevin Evans To be honest Kevin, I had two identical drills for doing exactly that, would believe it that literally burnt out with smoke pouring out from it only a few hours before I started this video - what a pain that was swapping over from drills to screw driver bits! 🤬🤬. Cheers for now. ............ Graham
Exceptional job Graham on those boards, we all seem to be building new layout which I’ve also done and posted. Look forward to the next update Cheers Ben
Railway Modeller Ben Thank you Ben and yes, there are quite a few of us either building new layouts or rebuilding an existing one - all good for the industry and hobby though. An update will hopefully be mid week sometime. Cheers for now. ............Graham
One thing I've noticed Graham particularly since being on TH-cam is that there seems to be as many ways to build benchwork (baseboards) as there are modelers. There is no right way and no wrong way only the way that works for you. I'm sure the new Lakeside will rest upon a good solid foundation. David.
David Atkins Crikey David, you have hit the nail right on the head my friend and I just wish that some folk would realise that, I have seen so many various ways people have built their baseboards and as you say, we all have our own particular way and as you say, as long as it works for you then really that’s all that matters - and of course that it’s stable which I hope this will be. Just like a house, get the foundations right and the rest will follow. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Nice job Graham. I totally agree with you the MDF is fine, in the right conditions - which you have. My only other comment is - invest in a second cordless drill/driver. Even a cheap one from the likes of Lidl will save you time from swapping bits between drill and screwdriver! I used to do the same as you, except the bit I took out of the chuck would instantly hide itself and I'd spend 5 minutes searching for it before I could continue next time I needed that bit! Happy New Year!
Steve Mercer I don’t know how many times I was thinking the same thing as you about the drill while I was making this module, the silly thing is I had an identical drill (Bosch) up until recently when all of a sudden I had smoke pouring out of it so at that time I did have two drills just for this exact purpose - I must get a replacement. Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
Ranmore Common Railway Absolutely, I’ve got some but forgot to put them on - doh! Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Good to see the start, Graham. This is going to give you so much more room than your old layout. You will also get more running track now you have the tracks running around the walls of the room. I also feel its going to give a much better overall appearance, with the old layout it just looked like the railway was only running around the village. With the new layout each side will seem like a different section of the railway. Its really going to feel like the train is going somewhere, much more so than the old Lakeside. And of course, access to all parts now is going to be so much easier. So a win win all round. Loved watching the high speed footage, made it look so easy. Keep up the good work!
100SteveB You are absolutely correct in all what you say Steve which is another reason(s) for rebuilding, it seemed a good idea at the time but it never did work properly hence the decision to rebuild, I’m sure I will get much more pleasure from this layout both in the building of it and the operation of it too. Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Plan where you want your turntable incase you have to cut out a hole for it. You can then make sure the framework will not be in the way.
Stuart Woollard It’s a bit difficult to plan that at the moment Stuart but because these are modular then I can just unbolt should I need to and turn it on its side to work on it, I would much rather that than to decide now and then change my mind after using it - that’s what happened on the previous layout. Cheers for now. .........Graham
The first step is made. Good luck for the next steps and enjoy. Cheers Andy
Andy's trains and more Thanks Andy, with this first module out the way then I can now crack on with the remainder now that I know this first one works ok. Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Good Progress Graham! You have inspired to me to make my own layout. I just need to start building as my collection OO gauge diesel locos is getting bigger. Great Video! :)
Jake Gooding That’s excellent Jake and I’m glad I have inspired you to making a start on your own layout, as long as you don’t treat it as a chore feeling that you have to do it and do it only when you want to then you will have bags of fun. Good luck my friend and enjoy! 😉👍. Cheers for now. ............Graham
@@GrahamFoulston Thank you Graham, good luck on lakeside aswell. Can't wait to be able to watch all the videos from the very beginning to the end. :) Jake
looks good Graham, that MDF shouldn't warp with that framing underneath, looks very strong and stable Andy
Andy Hudson Thanks Andy, my previous layout didn’t warp so I have no fears of this warping either especially as you say with the framing underneath. Cheers for now buddy. ...........Graham
So did you work out where the point motors are going before you put the cross bracing in ? or is it a case of fitting the motors between the bracing , and make it up as you go along ? you don,t seem to have a plan , good luck
david beckett Nope, the track will just have to fit around the cross members, this is going to be a very simple layout so I’m not too bothered that point motors won’t fit to be honest. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Great video of building the modules Graham!! I am curious about the rest of the construction. Cheers Onno.
Onno Mulder Many thanks Onno, hopefully the construction of the rest of them will become clear as I progress. Cheers for now mate. .............Graham
And so it begins. I don't think you will have any issues with the modules, might be good enough to do a square dance on. lol
Scott Downey Thanks Scott and you’re right, I don’t think I will have any problems with the strength, it seems strong enough - if it can take me walking on it then I’m sure it can take the weight of a loco and a few bits of track ! 😄. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Nice work Graham good to see lakeside 2 is up and running cannot wait for the next update
Strathmore Road junction Anthony Thanks for the comment mate. Hopefully the next update should be about mid week with a bit of luck. Cheers for now. .........Graham
You are at an exciting point Graham, building and planning a new layout, at this stage is, I think, better than the feeling of sadness at the end of your first layout. I see you go about building your modules in the same way you build your layout, very precise, a joy to watch.
One question, are you going to build all the modules the same or are you going to arrange the support woodwork so as to avoid point motor positions and the turntable.
Robin
Milton Mo Junction Thank you very much Robin and greatly appreciated. I wanted this layout to be accurate as regards being flat and level - unlike the first one and so being precise is of importance to me - get this bit right and the rest should follow a lot easier. I will initially build all the modules the same so I will no doubt have to modify them accordingly as and when something gets in the way. I’m not planning the layout yet - I’m planning the space to put a layout in if that makes sense and will make it fit that space. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Hi Graham Yippee I'm of to the bookies to put a bet on your happy? Great start. Colin
Collins N Gauge I’m very happy Colin so the odds are going to be low! 😂👍. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
nice work graham
glad to see progress once more.
thats the way i make my boards simple light but strong
all you need
paul andrews Hi Paul and yes, for me the simple, light and strong has to be the way considering that they are all going to be modular. Thanks for the comment and cheers for now. ...........Graham
Hey Graham, really like your progress so far. Just wondering if open gridwork would allow more scenery below track level in relation to flat board construction, thanks.
david fleming Hi David, I shall carry on with the flat panels for now and complete a totally flat circuit, once I have that then I can adjust accordingly as I see fit. As these units are small modules, then all I need to do is just unbolt a particular module and then modify it. I learnt from my previous layout that cutting holes for lakes, canals etc too early on was a mistake, I need to take my time and just ponder on things first before I make any hasty decisions - it’s just my way of working these days. Thanks for the comment and idea though mate, it’s greatly appreciated. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Ahhh!! Graham - the best laid plans of mice and men!!!! When she who has to be obeyed states that you are going out - that's it! Just when you thought you had a day to yourself and could get right into the new baseboards. Never mind. Sometimes its best to stop and review the situation after the first module and regroup if need be. I will follow your progress with great interest albeit I am in N Gauge. P.S. Hope you enjoyed your day out! lol
Murray Hall Hi Murray and yes, this happens so often that I’m used to it now but it is infuriating when I all I want to do is crack on with it. You are spot on as regards regrouping after the first module, that first one is going to be the model for all the rest so this has to be right. Yes, the day out was good!👍👍. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
best of luck Graham!!! exciting times ahead,all aboard cheers dave
davestrains Absolutely Dave, exciting times indeed and I can’t wait until tomorrow when I can get some more done - lovely. Cheers for now. ..............Graham
And it hath begun! ;-) I reckon MDF is the way to go too. As you say, they've held up to warping and they have other great properties. The perfect choice for a nice, clean temperature controlled room like yours. Great to see you've got the bit between your teeth, Graham :-)
John Maguire Indeed it has begun John - at long last ! Even though there alternatives to MDF, I need to recycle a lot of what I have and as it hasn’t caused me any problems over the last 6 years then MDF is the way to go for me no matter what others say. The bit is certainly between my teeth now. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Good to see the start of Lakeside 2.0. To save on weight/timber have you considered using just two legs at one end of each module? If you put a ledge at the other end, you won’t need so many levellers and heavy legs. It will be just as strong. Just a thought. Enjoying your videos.
David Fidler That’s a neat idea David, good thinking! I will look into that but I can see that working. I have now got a second module built so I will try that out tomorrow. Thanks for buddy, a really constructive comment. Cheers for now buddy. ..............Graham
It should also help with keeping the tracks aligned and level at the joints. I used this method for an exhibition layout and it was a breeze to erect and disassemble. Not that you require portability, but if it saves weight and timber, why not.
David Fidler Absolutely David, it sounds a brilliant idea and something I will try when I come to bolt them together. 👍
Hi Graham, great start, there's no holding you back now....................John.
John Carvil Hi John and no holding me back now as long as the wife doesn’t find more jobs for me to do which is highly unlikely! Cheers for now mate. ..............Graham
Hi Graham can I ask the base board what kind is it good to see you getting your layout coming back
Duncan Campbell Hi Duncan, I’m not quite sure what you mean by what kind of baseboard it is to be honest - I’m obviously having a senior moment here! 😄. It’s just a timber framework wit 9mm MDF glued and screwed to it. Hope that helps. Cheers for now. ..............Graham
Hi Graham. Very instructive video. Just started a medium sized layout for the grandson. Need to add some legs yet. Noticed you mentioned adjustable feet. Might I ask where you have purchased yours from. Cheers.
Dave Henshaw Hi Dave, I am getting these from Amazon, they have many different kinds to choose from so there is a good selection. I tried B&Q but they don’t sell them - well not in my local state anyway. Hope that helps. Cheers for now. ............Graham
@@GrahamFoulston Thank you Graham.
Great start Graham, don’t worry about the length, I personally find longer videos more entertaining. Keep up the great work my friend. Looking forward to future episodes. Clive.
Clive briggs Many thanks Clive and much appreciated, I’m pleased that the first module is now complete as I can now carry on with the same designs for the rest of them - apart from the corners of course which will be slightly different. There should be a further update soon hopefully. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Been following lakeside for ages and really looking forward to seeing it develope again, on another note Graham, do you know what happened to Mark from Western centurion he's been awful quiet and was enjoying his layout as well
Lou Smith Thank you Brian, I haven’t from Mark for ages, I see he posts on FaceBook now and again but apart from that then nothing. Sorry mate, not much help there. Cheers for now. ..............Graham
Brilliant video Graham, you make it look effortless 👍 @ 26:28 Did you have to go back to B&Q?
Nice to see you have made a start Graham. If you could work as fast as you showed in the time lapse, you could have it all built in a day lol. Look forward to your next update.
Regards Geoff.
Geoffersh Blimey, it would be brilliant if I could work as fast as that wouldn’t it Geoff, as you say, it would be finished in no time! Cheers for now mate. ...............Graham
Great to see the start Graham. Good luck!
Philip Logue Thank you Philip, I have built the second module today so getting there gradually. Cheers for now. .............Graham
Great to see you going at it. Nice work... very precise1
Anthony Dodge The Model Train Outsider Many thanks Anthony, it was actually a really pleasant build and I’m pleased with the final product too - just another 7 to go! 👍. Cheers for now. .........Graham
Good Luck Graham! (Sounds weird but I can imagine the smell - of timber. Something I am very sensitive to!) I love working in wood, always have, and that’s thanks to my School woodwork Teacher of whom, I can honestly say, I think every day as he taught me so much.
RML Bobby D Thank you and that’s a wonderful story too, there are certain people in life who will make a huge impression on you and your life. Cheers for now. .........Graham
Gee, Graham you are a fast worker! :-) You make it look so easy. One particular comment if I may, are you going to have wiring under the modules? If so, I thought you would have drilled holes through the cross members, or is that planned to be done as you go along?
Keep up the good work. .... Ian
Hawthorn Valley Hi Ian and thank you. I will drill the holes for the wiring etc in the cross members a little later when I know more about the positioning, because these are modular then I can separate them and turn them upside down to drill them should I need to but hopefully that won’t be necessary. Cheers for now mate. ..............Graham
Great vid. Good luck. I've been watching out for this video for a while.
VHHO 66 Thanks mate, hopefully now the first module is built then I will be able to crack at a faster rate of knots to make the others, I don’t think it will take too long if I can stick at it and not get bogged down with jobs the wife wants me to do! Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Cheers for sharing...! Regards from Geoff at Maryville Junction
turnout999 No problem Geoff and hope you enjoyed it. Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Hi, If you have the tools could you not rip down the over size timber to use and you say its 3.5" X 1.5"
Steve Bryce-Grant That’s the problem though Steve, apart from hand sawing it then the only other thing I could do is to buy a band saw or a circular saw, I do have an old circular saw I could try. Cheers for now. ...............Graham
gonna be great to see this built from the ground up.
Andrew Collins Thanks Andrew and I think a lot of folk get enjoyment from seeing a layout being built from the start - I know I do ! 😉. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Great! Great to see the start of a great layout
Austinplayz765 Thank you mate and much appreciated. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Good luck Graham. I watch with much interest regards Ian Brunssum NLD.
E Robinson Many thanks for the comment Ian and hope that you will find further builds of interest too. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
Getting your steps in going up and down the stairs graham hope you can get the module out the door lol
Finnerton central model railway Well if I can get a King size bed both up and down those stairs Brian then I’m sure these modules will be a doddle ! 👍. Not bad getting up and down those stairs and getting up from the floor as well for a 70 year old! 😉. Cheers for now. .........Graham
Not bad at all I have to keep reminding dad he isn’t 37 anymore lol enjoying the rebuild
Finnerton central model railway To be honest Brian, I don’t think my joints are any worse now than when I was 37 - I’m very lucky. I don’t even take any prescribed meds either. 👍
Fit as a fiddle then lol keep up the good work graham
nice work graham...looking good matey.
Jim taylor stones manor TMD Many thanks Jim and much appreciated sir. Cheers for now. ............Graham
You will be tempted to run a train, Graham. I like speedy up things. You will have to watch your knees! Ah, the tried and tested 'load test', stand on it. Good work.
Nigel Carter I might be tempted to run a train Nigel but I’ve run out of room now - well at least until I have a few modules built ! Yep, I think standing on said module is a good enough load test, if it doesn’t break then that’s good enough for me! 😂😂. Cheers for now mate. ..............Graham
haraaah 😃 will be paying very close attention as i am going to rebuild Layton junction sometime soon have been waiting with bated breath for the rebuild like your favorite soap can't wait for the next episode 🤣 i know you won't mind if i copy some of your technics and ideas 😃👍 all the best al
Layton Junction You go ahead and copy as much as you like Al, that’s what this hobby is all about and hopefully the next video will be up about mid week. Cheers for now. .........Graham
Hi Graham are you going to integrate a fiddle yard ?
Western Ranger , Probably not at this stage but after we have moved then that’s quite possible. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
Great video graham good work on the boards
David's Trains Thank you David, well that’s the first one cracked - only another 7 to do! Cheers for now. ..............Graham
Hi Graham. You're off the starting blocks. Had to laugh - I've been told we're going out ……. Alan.
Looking forward to this!! Happy new year too!! :-D
Sammy B Videography And a happy New Year to you too Sammy and thank you for the comment - more work has been done since this video was produced so watch out for an update soon! 👍. Cheers for now. .............Graham
Nice work . Can’t wait to see what you do different this time and also nice editing on the video . 😃
Amery Junction I have many new things that I would like to introduce into this version of Lakeside so exciting times ahead. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
Lakeside model railway 👍😃
Well done Graham for sticking to your guns, even better now that you have proper air conditioning, you can fine tune your climate to keep the MDF sweet. I have an extremely well insulated, purpose built shed, ( and expensive) lol and have reaped benefits both winter and summer.
Mark Mattocks Thank you very much Mark, I’m surprised that anything above 16 degrees is too warm in there to work but if you are just sitting there then it’s a perfect temperature. The shed sounds good even though you say it was expensive but you do get what you pay for these days, as long as you are comfortable in there (which I’m sure you are) then that’s the main thing. 😉. Cheers for now. ............Graham
The shed is wavy edge cedar, built on stud frame, 100 mm insulation, walls, pitch roof, then 200 mm above ceiling, and 25mm in the floor. The door is also insulated at 50mm.I have an oil filled radiator, and that is set at just frost free setting, and that can be too warm, especially if it’s a fairly mild day, and a desiccant dehumidifier set on auto. The temperature seems to be fairly constant. I have ply base boards, and have also adjustable feet to all legs, but have never adjusted them. Watching with interest, great stuff, although I am still on first layout, so when do I do a rebuild to keep up with the Jones’s lol
Mark Mattocks In about 5 -6 years time Mark by all accounts although some seem to do there’s once a year! 😂
Mark Mattocks Sorry, I forgot to say that the shed sounds amazing - what size is it?
Hi Graham, sorry I forgot that bit, it’s 20’ by 12pm (old money), like your new Lakeside, around the perimeters, and I plan to do something in the centre, and accommodating three quarters far end of shed. I made mistake of too much track, and not enough for scenery, and buildings etc.
you will have this all built in no time flat. excellent
sparky107107 Thanks David, hopefully if I get the time without any interruptions then you’re right - it will be great to see the Big Boy trundling around there! 👍. Cheers for now buddy. ..........Graham
Great start Graham👍
Mark Franks Thank you Mark, it’s been a long time coming but yes, I have now started and really looking forward to building this back up again. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
A good start well done
petrol head Thanks mate. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
Keep up the good work no matter what and you will succeed
cool guy Very true words buddy and thank you. Cheers for now. ..........Graham
cool guy If you have taken the time and trouble to comment then that’s good enough for me buddy. 👍. Cheers for now. .........Graham
@@GrahamFoulston I think that we should all be pleased that Graham is obviously taking the time to read and respond to our comments. Nice one Graham and thank you. - Peter
Creeping Jane No problems Peter and thank you for your kind comment, I do try to reply to everyone if I can, they may not agree with what I say sometimes but I do reply! Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
@@GrahamFoulston cheers to everyone and I hope you all have a great day
Well done Graham
Hollpolls Sunshine Coast Model Railway Many thanks Stuart, much appreciated mate. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
hi graham nice job on the second layout
Brian Stewart Stewart So far so good Brian, hope the rest follows suit! Cheers for now. .............Graham
Yay, the start of a new era.
Piccadilly Model Railway By John Warner It certainly is John, it’s going to be an interesting year! Cheers for now mate. ............Graham
Lakeside model railway. Graham you may remember when we met at the Milton Keynes show. (Great to meet you btw). I asked you about what it was like being a TH-cam? You replied ‘you need a thick skin’. Remember? I’m not there yet, but my blank channel is starting to gain interest. I publish on FB. Network model rail started by Cottesmore and mrycg. But am starting to think I might later in the year, see how the interest grows. Thanks Graham for your kind advice.
Piccadilly Model Railway By John Warner Yes I do remember you John, we had quite a long talk and very enjoyable it was too, I can’t remember if I have subscribed to your channel,or not so I will nip over now and have a look - if I haven’t then I will subscribe. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Subscribed! 👍
Lakeside model railway ahh bless you Graham. I didn’t say to get a sub, but thank you so much.
Hi again, be careful when cutting the MDF use a mask etc. Sorry if you already know
Model Railways Unlimited Yes I do wear a mask when cutting with a saw but just for the drilling of the holes then I don’t bother - I know I should but I don’t. Cheers for now. ...........Graham
Nice work so far. I thought you quit smoking lol
Thanks Phil, blimey these were early days of this layout, good to see it again. Yes I had quit about four years ago now but started smoking again! 😂. Cheers for now mate. ............ Graham
@@GrahamFoulston Keep trying.
Superb! Sunday night and Lakeside is reborn! I hope this comment isn't too late and you've just emptied your wallet at B&Q. - but what about milling the larger stuff to the sizes you need with a circular saw or saw table?
OI! Foulston! Thought you'd kicked the habit?
davie maclean Yep, just like the old times eh Davie, Sunday night and a Lakeside video! 😉. I hardly ever use any machine tools, I tend to cut and sand everything by hand if I can, I’m just old fashioned. I have a host of electrical tools in the garage but hardly ever use them, the nearest thing I get is using the electric drill !! Cheers for now mate. ..........Graham
davie maclean Nope! 😉
@@GrahamFoulston Might be worthwhile seeing if a local workshop or handyman would do it for you - depending on the price obviously. I used to have one near me but he had the temerity to retire! ;-)
davie maclean Some people have no sense of obligation and just retire! Blooming cheek I say! 😂. Most of the material is the correct size when I bought it and apart from that I actually enjoy building it this way, I know it’s more work for me but in a bizarre way it’s very enjoyable.
GAME ON!!! Let's go. :D
R0lica Absolutely. Cheers for now. ............Graham
Love watching your vids Graham and this one really did make me smile. Thought you'd quit smoking though?
Chris Jubb Thank you Chris and glad you enjoy my videos and that this one made you smile. No, I haven’t packed up smoking yet although I did manage to cut down a lot which is better than what I was smoking at the time. Cheers for now mate. ...........Graham
Very viewing
You could ripe the big ones into half the size. Good you’re starting. Since your space is now climate controlled, there is even less chance of warping. Well worked out well. You’ve done it totally wrong you know 😉 wink wink
Rob McCrain The problem with that Rob is that I have cut all the materials to size now. Hehe, yes I have no doubt that to some I would have done this totally wrong - not wrong though, just different to how they would have done it !! 😂😂. Cheers for now buddy. .............Graham