Sandling Junction January 2022 Update - Did I keep it or Scrap it? + Running the branch line.
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- Hi, all in this month's update I discuss the Harbour scene and did I keep it or did I scrap it? find out in this month's update. along with some running on the branch line.
Oh Paul, all that work torn up !! Such a shame but I understand. I used to have a layout some years ago and have thought about building another one. I look at and subscribe now to a few TH-cam layouts. I particularly like yours as I live in the area and used to see the trains go down into Folkestone harbour. Perhaps I’ll have the nerve to pop into the gallery next time I’m in Hythe. All the best.
It would be great to meet you Peter, pop into the gallery,cheers Paul
Well done Paul. After such hard work and effort in the first place, it took a lot to take the plunge and remove the centre section but i have to say what a difference to your space! I could even hear the change of tone in your voice when you were commentating on the new section and telling us how you overcame the challenges in getting the 2 car unit back up the incline - you have rediscovered your mojo and excitement that i think might have gotten lost in the harbour section in awe of such a massive long term job. At times it may have felt like a chore that never ended rather than an exciting project.
More space for you to do the things you love will also mean more excitement and a more methodical way of working. I love it - can't wait to see how this progresses and look forward to seeing more as you go along! As always, thank you for your efforts in putting these together for us to all share your journey!
Thank you Mike very kind words of support, cheers Paul
Hi Paul. I think you've made a great decision. This way you can get to the scenery (which you've obviously got a knock for as seen with your dioramas) much quicker which appears to be something you enjoy doing.
James I could not agree more, and thank you, Paul
Looking good Paul. But I would say the twin-track branch would look better as a single track and passing loop at the end.
Thank you, it was a twin in the day and about 1938 ish became single until the late 50s when lifted altogether. cheers Paul
The temptation when you have a big space like that is to have huge complex layout. In the end it's too much. If you're not going to get the level of use or enjoyment out of it, simplify. I think you've made the right decision.
Thanks George I think so too, cheers Paul
Hi Paul, shame about the harbour especially with all that work but completely understandable mate.
I look forward to what you have planned for the year Paul, always interesting and enjoyable, cheers for now, John
Thanks, John, appreciate the comment onward and upward, I hope. Cheers Paul
Paul. A wise decision, I think. Though the harbour could have been extremely attractive scenically, I think it would have been a nightmare to operate.
I look forward to the next installment. Pete.
Yes Pete I felt the same and I know little of train operations, so decided I love modelling, hence the teardown, Cheers Paul
Thanks for the update, and well done on the changes. While the Folkestone Harbour would have been really interesting to see, and would be great for shunting enthusiasts, it had been a bit of a nightmare for you from the beginning, and it seems didn't really fit with what you want out of your railway. So a very positive development.
You can never have enough storage lines on a model railway, so definitely leave open the opportunity to continue that lower level line.
Thanks, Andrew and yes totally agree. cheers Paul
Mate, well I for one am sad to see 'Folkstone' go - it was a lovely project - but I quite understand your reasoning and it does make sense. I am certainly looking forward to seeing more of your scenic work and for sure it means the layout will get finished sooner. It'll be great to see your layout looking more like the South Coast and Downs rather than some grubby old slate quarry! (No offence to grubby old slate quarries meant!) And your weathering work is something to behold, so authentic looking, and reminding me of those old black and white documentaries like 'The Night Train'.
A brave decision, well done.
Looking forward to a great 2022.
That's great and thank you for the confidence, cheers Paul
Paul. Just a hiccup in yourIdeas, If I'm right the lower storage could be the Saltwood end of the Sandling Junction line. That would be more accurate to the Sandling - Hythe line perhaps. Just Love your enthusiasm, Well Done enjoy the space you've created. As I think is has improved now
Arh, thanks John, I am sure it will work out well long term. cheers Paul
Painful to watch but I reckon you made the right decision now the space is clear. ‘Less is more’ as they say. Good luck with taking the layout further through 2022 and beyond.
Thanks, Will, yes it hurt a little, but the right choice. cheers P
Love the end running of the trains so realistic . Great video again
Many thanks Ralph, I'm so glad that you enjoyed it, cheers Paul
Shame but needs must. It's still a fab layout and I look forward to seeing it develop Paul
Thank you so much appreciated, Paul
A hard decision Paul, it felt like watching the Beeching cuts, but I really feel like you’ll benefit greatly from the space you’ve created. Less really is more at times. Very Best Wishes, wishing you and yours a happy New Year.
Thank you Nigel best wishes to you as well, cheers Paul
Isn't it amazing how much junk you end storing under the layout. In the end the "Train Shed" becomes the place to put those things I'll use one day. Yeh mine is the same only bigger so more stuff to go in there. Next time I get down there I'll be having a massive clear out.
lol, ringing many bells Charles, glory holes hidden by a train track. cheers P
Hey Paul, changes, changes, charges..the circle of life really. Just when you think you are on a set defined path, something interrupts the cause. It cleaned up well and look forward to your next journey, or is it this journey with a new end point..cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Thank you Jason, either way I'm on a journey lol, cheers Paul
Layout looks good looking forward to the development of the station area and the rid of those Hornby platforms lol.
yes that will be two of us, cheers P
Hi Paul- If you don't think you will get the benefit from the peninsula area then you have made the right decision. You still have lots of operational area . I will look forward to see your weathering videos.
Cheers Kev
thanks, Kev there are s few out there already more to follow, cheers P
I did say keep it, but that was because of all the work and effort you put into making it. At the end of the day, it comes down to if you need the space for other things and they are more important then, it has to go. You have a lovely collection of DMU and EMUs, that will keep the branch line busy. Have you thought about fitting a DCC concepts Shuttle device? They seem to work well on Jenny Kirks layout. (Wearyard) Martin. (Thailand)
Think that is what I have waiting on the sidelines Martin, just need a brain to fit it lol, cheers P
Hi Paul fully understand your changes if your not happy with the usage then change has to be made. Looks like you have been busy hopefully you will be able to make better or more productive use of your space take care and please remember to stay safe..
Many thanks, Barry. I think it was for the best, and will do more in that space in future, cheers Paul
Hello, what a great layout. I shall look forward to watching your channel from now on . Well done 👍
Many thanks, Martin that's very kind of you, cheers Paul
Hi Paul great video how you getting on with your lift up section hope all good there’s a guy called Allan at dragon junction he used perspex for his maybe an idea all the best mate 🚂🚂🚂🚂
Thanks Adam, lift out working, but have Allan on speed dial incase not lol, cheers Paul
😲😳😲😳😳😳 Well, the reasoning is easy to understand, but sad to see so much work go. In the end, as long as you are happy, that's all that matters!
Yes Anthony I hear you, chum, wasn't an easy choice, but then these things seldom are. cheers Paul
Of you want help with understanding shunting etc then all you need to do is ask. I’m a professional railwayman with 30 odd years experience, and would happily explain it to you or give you any help you might need
Well although I have dispenced with the harbour, I will be doing shunting and your kind other would be great at some point, cheers Paul
You'll be sorry! I know I am disappointed to see it go, and I also sense my viewing interest has just fallen 50% with the disappearance of the harbour. Still, you have a lot of railway remaining to keep you occupied and entertained, so have at it me boyo.
Thanks Ray, I hope there is still enough to keep you interested, cheers Paul
there is an option for steep grades look at Charlies helix
Yes been looking at that, cheers Paul
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sound advice James thank you, Paul