Great idea! I wonder if you could add a small magnet inside the foam so that you could pick it up with a magnet-tipped stick (to avoid using the giant hand crane to roll the car over to empty the load).
Funny that you should mention that. Another viewer had that suggestion and I actually did a second video on how to do that. th-cam.com/video/_qHWNNo8rj0/w-d-xo.html
I use a utility knife with a full blade I've never broken off to cut and shape dry floral foam. I use the foam for scenery and cutting rather than sanding minimizes the dirt produced.
A very nice and informative video. I have plans for a coal mining industry on my layout, and was wondering how I could save some money not having to purchase multiple coal loads.
Hi Sorry for not getting back to you earlier and thank you for subscribing. I used a rock like material from the dollar store. I'm not sure if it is even available anymore but you could also use black cinder ballast or some other fine material. Hope that helps.
To make it even easier to unload the cars put a washer or other thin piece of metal somewhere in the load. Then you can use a magnet to remove it. Not my idea...just passing along a tip I picked up.
@@krazytrainguy depends on where the washer is mounted. The closer to the top it is the better. I don't have any personal experience but apparently rare earth magnets are pretty powerful. Most seem to be off the shelf types intended for picking up screws or nails etc.
I picked it up from the craft section quite a few years ago. Unfortunately I haven't seen anything quite like it since but I would recommend checking that section whenever you are in your local dollar store. I also used woodland Scenics fine black ballast. It is more costly but you don't need that much to create a load. Hope that helps.
Watch stores like Hobby Lobby, JoAnn, Michaels, etc. for sales on bags of tiny stones. I bought some years ago for a fraction of the price of "model RR" stone. Looks just as good and comes in many colors.
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I have used this method for years but use real steam coal smashed to tiny bits in a plastic bag . It's very light and looks good
Thanks John that's a great idea!
Gonna do this, I’m tired of major manufacturers;
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And more expensive as well. Thanks for watching!
Simply brilliant!
Thanks!
Great video, very easy to follow and understand. I’m going to try this out!
Thanks! I'm glad that you enjoyed it. I like to keep things simple if I can and on a budget.
Awesome video! Will try it out! Thank You! MoPac Jack
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Jack! Enjoy the project and thanks for watching!
Great idea! I wonder if you could add a small magnet inside the foam so that you could pick it up with a magnet-tipped stick (to avoid using the giant hand crane to roll the car over to empty the load).
Funny that you should mention that. Another viewer had that suggestion and I actually did a second video on how to do that. th-cam.com/video/_qHWNNo8rj0/w-d-xo.html
[thank, you for youre great helpful video]
Thanks Garland - that's great that you have found a couple of my videos for tips and thanks for watching!
Great demonstration. Thank you for sharing your techniques.
Thanks SantaFe Bob and thanks for subscribing!
I use a utility knife with a full blade I've never broken off to cut and shape dry floral foam. I use the foam for scenery and cutting rather than sanding minimizes the dirt produced.
Thanks Don.
A very nice and informative video. I have plans for a coal mining industry on my layout, and was wondering how I could save some money not having to purchase multiple coal loads.
Thanks Stussmeister. I'm happy to hear that my video was helpful for your own project.
@@ovrowner You're quite welcome :).
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good video, thanks
Great thanks much appreciated!
New to the channel. Great tutorial. What is the coal material made from?
Hi Sorry for not getting back to you earlier and thank you for subscribing. I used a rock like material from the dollar store. I'm not sure if it is even available anymore but you could also use black cinder ballast or some other fine material. Hope that helps.
To make it even easier to unload the cars put a washer or other thin piece of metal somewhere in the load. Then you can use a magnet to remove it. Not my idea...just passing along a tip I picked up.
Thanks for the tip. Yes I've seen something about that but assume it has to be a powerful magnet.
@@krazytrainguy depends on where the washer is mounted. The closer to the top it is the better. I don't have any personal experience but apparently rare earth magnets are pretty powerful. Most seem to be off the shelf types intended for picking up screws or nails etc.
@@cme8331 thanks - Maybe I'll hollow out a spot underneath so the washer will be closer to the magnet.
@@krazytrainguy You are welcome!
That glue…😬🤣
Yes it was a major headache LOL!
Make me some please
I'll get right on that LOL.
So what did you get at the dollar store that looked like coal. You didn't make that clear
I picked it up from the craft section quite a few years ago. Unfortunately I haven't seen anything quite like it since but I would recommend checking that section whenever you are in your local dollar store. I also used woodland Scenics fine black ballast. It is more costly but you don't need that much to create a load. Hope that helps.
Watch stores like Hobby Lobby, JoAnn, Michaels, etc. for sales on bags of tiny stones. I bought some years ago for a fraction of the price of "model RR" stone. Looks just as good and comes in many colors.
@@chadportenga7858 Thanks for the info on other options where to get the material - much appreciated!