Hi everyone! If you're interested, I've posted an update video on this railroad crossing where you can find out whether or not the smacking crossing gate has been fixed. If you'd like to check it out, please click this link: th-cam.com/video/1vkGqhu64gw/w-d-xo.html. Also, as of early April 2020, this crossing is now open. The "road closed" sign was removed and a "private railroad crossing" sign was installed on the metal fence right in front of the crossing. Although these changes aren't visible in the update video, I was able to revisit this crossing on April 7, 2020 and film here again where I noticed the changes took place.
It's been awhile since I've seen this video. I loved how there was no freight cars on either train lol. The gate has probably set a world record on the fastest gate coming down and hit the ground about as hard as a bowling ball getting a strike.
@@MexicanChih Hi. Sorry for not replying sooner. I did not get a notification of your comment. Are you saying that there is a guy making bad videos about me?
Now for the play button... This belongs to Erik Alfaro Productions's video: UP Meets PHL, Crossing Gate Snacks Ground Hard - 3/28/2015 for surpassing 1 million views
PS This also reminds me when another e bell was on some very weird substance making some strange sound until it was forced to be sober by the UP it has been sober ever since search "Railroad crossing e bell fail." if you find it you will know what I mean by on a substance....
@@SamTheRailfanner I thought that road would indeed reopen after being closed for a considerable amount of time, but as of currently it has yet to be reopened.
Thanks! In my area, seeing the Pacific Harbor Line shortline trains on mainlines is pretty common since the company doesn't own a lot of tracks. But I'd imagine it's rare in your area. Thanks again for the comment!
I'm not sure why this crossing is closed, but it's been like that for quite a while. The crossing is currently still in place, with the lights and gates working normally. The fencing and "road closed" signs are still in place. I do not know of any plans to remove this crossing, but if anything changes I will make an update video on this crossing.
+Adam Richardson I will try to film a train passing here the next time I am able to visit this place and I'll see if I can get the gate mechanism in action.
The reason why this Railroad Crossing is closed because it's not in use anymore. I promise this crossing shall get taken down or just remain there. Signed, Matthew aka That Yoshi with the Blue Helmet.
No, they weren't on the same track. They were each on different tracks, it's just that the second train used the track right next to the track that the first train used. That's why it probably seemed that both trains were on the same track.
Flasher: Train's coming. Gate mechanism: Gate...you're too heavy... **drops gate to the concrete** Gate: *OW!* Flasher: Quit clowning around, you two. UP locomotives: Might wanna put some ice on that. Gate: *YEAH, NO S--T!* Mechanism: Go eat a salad. Gate: Go lift some weights, dick. PHL Locomotive: **groans** Flasher: I hate my life...**hoists them both up and turns his lights off**
That is really weird and cool at the same time!!!!! Kind of reminds me of a gate that I saw that went down really fast but slowed down dramatically before it hit the ground
LoadsofTrains Thanks! Interesting information. I bet it looked like it was going to slam the ground but then slowed. Can you please subscribe back? Thanks!
Crossing that is drunk: I cant feel my Gate mechanismGate: Wait..what?Crossing that is drunk: I cant feel my Gate mechanism!Gate: That means...WERE GOING DOWN!!!Crossing and gate: AHHHHHHHHH*Gate Hits Ground*Crossing that is drunk: You ok?Gate: DOES IT LOOK LIKE IT?
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial okay I was just curious that concrete and asphalt is pretty tough so I'm surprised that gate did not break when it hit it
Same here I have some videos on my TH-cam channel if you want to check them out sometime including a pretty rare Providence and Worcester engine P&W #2216 yesterday I saw it go by my house and heading towards the yard in Newark Ohio there is a train yard right by my house where I live A 5 track train year that used to be only a one-track train yard years ago
Gate: what a nice day it is Train: where's my money 0:11 Gate: now look what we have down there Sees 2 20$ on the ground Gate: it's mine now Train: what the Train: heeeyyy! Train: you stole my money Gate: sorry Train: now you are going to pay Other train: what's going on here Train: the gate stole my money Other train:gate give me the money back so I can give it to the train Gate: WHAT!!!!!!!! Other train now! Train: yeah! Gate: alright fine! Give the money back Train: thank you Gate (cries) Train: alright I can give you $20 dollars Gate: yay!!! Gate : I'm sorry it took your $40 away Train: it's fine but we're still best friends here Other train: oh no I'm late for my goods train ! Train: me too! Gate :bye
@@sqlmrq_ Sorry about that bothering you. I will only write that for those that don't seem bothered by it (since I have friends here on TH-cam that are ok with it). But when responding to your comments and others who don't like "Lol", I will respond with something else.
Hi everyone! If you're interested, I've posted an update video on this railroad crossing where you can find out whether or not the smacking crossing gate has been fixed. If you'd like to check it out, please click this link: th-cam.com/video/1vkGqhu64gw/w-d-xo.html.
Also, as of early April 2020, this crossing is now open. The "road closed" sign was removed and a "private railroad crossing" sign was installed on the metal fence right in front of the crossing. Although these changes aren't visible in the update video, I was able to revisit this crossing on April 7, 2020 and film here again where I noticed the changes took place.
I saw it btw its Joe John aka dadofbigtimerobo on another account
@@sally708 Thanks for watching it!
Your welcome
Mamw
Bagus
Iju
Things that make this an awesome video:
Awesome environment
Awesome / Hilarious gate malfunction
Awesome meet
Awesome reversing action
I appreciate the comment, thanks!
Lots of "awesomes" 😂
Train: “First day on the job, huh?”
Gate: “Hey, shut up! I got nervous, OK?!”
XD, this is a really good joke!
Lmao
It's been awhile since I've seen this video. I loved how there was no freight cars on either train lol. The gate has probably set a world record on the fastest gate coming down and hit the ground about as hard as a bowling ball getting a strike.
I appreciate the comment and thoughts! Lol, yes, this is probably the fastest gate I've seen drop down like that.
when I have to do home work
Lol, I get that feeling
Shame here even though I rarely get home work I only get it if I don't finish something in class
I just discovered my old comment...
Me to so true
Me to
0:12 perfect timing of train horn when it hits the ground
Indeed, XD.
I could imagine the horn being a coverup for the crossing just going FU-
0:12 YOU FOOL CROSSING!
Lol.
Lol that's not nice
LOL Gate's probably wondering why the road's closed, and why there are just light power moves! "WHAT?! I was expecting something else! This is nuts!"
Lol, thanks for the comment!
This is awesome small film of the local area. It's a piece of fine art
Thanks for sharing your feedback!
Liked- nice view of the meet. I have never seen a crossing gate do that!
***** Thanks! This is the only gate I've seen do that also! :)
This video is how i found your channel. This video has gotten viral!
Oh, I see! Yes, this was unexpected!
I see this is the end of the road. But if a person drives in the opposite direction, will they see a sign that says beginning?
+speedlearner It is, lol just imagine unfortunately there is no "beginning" sign.
Lol, the gate. Great catch!
Thanks!
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I know you!
I have bad news there’s a mean guy making bad videos about you
@@MexicanChih Hi. Sorry for not replying sooner. I did not get a notification of your comment. Are you saying that there is a guy making bad videos about me?
Now look at this gate! That I just got!
When I say go down, be ready to go down!
GO DOWN!
*Gate hits the ground*
DONT HIT THE GROUND!!!
Lol XD
17@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial
Really enjoyed watching your lovely video. Really hope you are well and having a great Friday. Many thanks from Chris and Jane 👍👍👍👍
Thank you very much for the comment! Have a great week!
This video is getting close to the Gold Play Button! Lol
Lol.
The crossing is like “BRO THE ROAD IS CLOSED MAN WHY DO I HAVE TO PUT MY GATE DOWN!”
Lol, indeed the crossing doesn't probably want to lower its gate for a closed location.
I watched this video since 2017! I still love it!
Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it!
1 million views! The Gold Play Button for this video is here!
Yay! Thanks so much for your (and everyone else's) support!
Now for the play button...
This belongs to
Erik Alfaro Productions's video: UP Meets PHL, Crossing Gate Snacks Ground Hard - 3/28/2015
for surpassing 1 million views
@@SamuelPurdySP I appreciate it, thank you!
It always makes me nervous when two trains pass closely. They always make it though. :)
I enjoyed the video and subbed.
+Gayle Crabtree Lol, true Indeed! Thanks for subbing, I subbed back.
+Erik Alfaro Productions You officially just made my day! Thank you.
Kismet didn't make it, that's one thing that happened with 2 trains.
A very detailed representation of youtube popularity in 17 years
PS This also reminds me when another e bell was on some very weird substance making some strange sound until it was forced to be sober by the UP it has been sober ever since search "Railroad crossing e bell fail." if you find it you will know what I mean by on a substance....
@@HOwNOTthink Very funny comment, thanks for sharing it! I'll take a look at that video you mentioned.
Interesting to see a Union Pacific crossing with incandescent lights still.
***** Thanks for watching and commenting! Yes it is interesting to see these! :)
freebrickproductions I agree with you.
If you notice closely the crossing in the back has gate lights that dont flash right also! Double fail on the crossing!
That's true! Indeed a double fail!
0.o when i frist saw that i lughed so hard!!!! thank u so much for uplodaing that u brightened my day :0
Ezzie12 :p Thanks for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed this!
wat is the location of this crossing?
This crossing is located under the Pacific Coast Highway overpass in Wilmington, CA.
Nice video showing the broken gate mechanism!
Thanks!
Ur welcome!
Wow this is great video, million views
Thanks for your visit and support!
Wait, why is the road closed? That crossing looks like it has good protection, but that gate, it needs to be fixed!
I have no idea why the road is closed maybe they made it private or something. That gate should be fixed but they haven't until now! :)
GIVE ME MY OWN DAMN ROAD!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Lol
Why is the road closed here.
Honestly, I have no idea why they closed it.
Where is this crossing at?
It’s located in Wilmington, CA. It’s under the Pacific Coast Highway overpass, east of Alameda St.
That's how mad a RxR can be!!!
Yes, indeed, lol
The last train: man im late for school 😂😂😂
Lol, very funny!
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficialYes😂😂😂
Is abandoned railroad crossings?
The crossing itself is fully functional and activates whenever a train passes by. The road that goes through the crossing though is closed.
Pretty rare to see Union Pacific running long Hood forward
It is somewhat rare indeed. Thanks for leaving a comment!
Amazing. I recorded a gate hitting a car, and the ground. But NOWHERE near this hard.
Thanks! Yeah, this gate did smack the ground hard, that's interesting that you also caught a gate hitting the ground and a car.
Nice sharing...Hi...I come from Indonesia
Thank you and welcome to the channel!
Why are there railroad crossing at a dead end
Honestly, I have no idea, lol.
Why is the road closed?
Honestly, I have no idea. I wish I knew.
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial It was closed in 2015, so maybe it should be open by now.
@@SamTheRailfanner I thought that road would indeed reopen after being closed for a considerable amount of time, but as of currently it has yet to be reopened.
Did they close this crossing?
+superbnsf1 Although the road to this crossing is closed, the crossing was never taken down. In fact the last time I checked, they fixed the gate!
+Erik Alfaro Productions oh, ok. You should do another video of the crossing. :)
I am definitely trying to, just need to be there at the right moment. :)
This is at the marathon refinery off alameda & the PCH right?
Yes, correct.
Damn! Thats funny. Great Video. :-)
Thanks! Funny indeed :)
Impressive video presentation, brother!
Thank you!
Nice Catch Erik! and is it Rare to see a Shortline engine on Mainlines
Thanks! In my area, seeing the Pacific Harbor Line shortline trains on mainlines is pretty common since the company doesn't own a lot of tracks. But I'd imagine it's rare in your area. Thanks again for the comment!
Whats with the fences around the crossing? Is this crossing being removed?
I'm not sure why this crossing is closed, but it's been like that for quite a while. The crossing is currently still in place, with the lights and gates working normally. The fencing and "road closed" signs are still in place. I do not know of any plans to remove this crossing, but if anything changes I will make an update video on this crossing.
Please could You do an update on that fast gate/barrier?
+Adam Richardson I will try to film a train passing here the next time I am able to visit this place and I'll see if I can get the gate mechanism in action.
+[ Content Deleted ] Could be true.
That did hit the ground hard
It sure did, lol.
Yes 1M views congratulations Erick Alfro production you cool an popular
Thank you!
wow its going crazy! liked the video
+Madcain Ninja Thanks, yeah!
Reminds me of the ho scale Bachmann automatic crossing
Interesting, thanks for sharing!
Lmao💜
SHUT UP
@@Eloy_official13 Hey hey! Calm down man lol, someone piss in your cereal bowl today?
@@amtrakisveryepic yeah that happened he ate too many milkshakes that previous night
The smack of the gate hitting the ground is in line with the train horn lol. They sound at the same time, like in unity lol
You're right, good observation!
Yeah them gates need to be closed the way that looks. Great video
Christian Hickman Thanks! I agree they should take down the crossing by the looks of it. Besides the road is closed anyways. :)
Erik Alfaro good them gates will kill someone lol
Yeah if they don't fix it that could happen.
Erik Alfaro good
enjoying awasome
Thanks!
Kid: This is the perfect place to catch a train.
Other Kid (Standing under gate): Yass.
0:12
Kid: THAT MUST'VE HURT, DON'T IT
Lol, nice joke!
The reason why this Railroad Crossing is closed because it's not in use anymore. I promise this crossing shall get taken down or just remain there.
Signed, Matthew aka That Yoshi with the Blue Helmet.
I guess you're right. Thanks!
Two trains on the same track?
No, they weren't on the same track. They were each on different tracks, it's just that the second train used the track right next to the track that the first train used. That's why it probably seemed that both trains were on the same track.
Ok thanks
@@ConnorTheRailfan2306 No problem!
*railroad crossing playing a game*
*Then he dies in game*
*Slams the controller to the ground*
Railroad crossing: "MAN FLIP THIS GAME!"
😂😂😂
Great Catch! Imagine if someone was under it lol. Great meet also!
Railfan Cali UPRR Thanks! Just imagine Millenniumforce getting hit by that gate! :)
Erik Alfaro He would make it really funny.
***** Lol, thanks. I will watch them tomorrow because its late here and I was really busy today.
***** Cool, I'll give it a try
***** Cool
LOL. That's one way to start a video. Nice video mate
NBVideos Presents Thanks!
0:12 my life:
Lol, but why do you say that?
*Gate uses Ground Pound!*
*IT'S SUPER EFFECTIVE!*
Lol, yeah!
Flasher: Train's coming.
Gate mechanism: Gate...you're too heavy... **drops gate to the concrete**
Gate: *OW!*
Flasher: Quit clowning around, you two.
UP locomotives: Might wanna put some ice on that.
Gate: *YEAH, NO S--T!*
Mechanism: Go eat a salad.
Gate: Go lift some weights, dick.
PHL Locomotive: **groans**
Flasher: I hate my life...**hoists them both up and turns his lights off**
Lol.
No wonder why the road is closed
Lol, maybe that's why it is closed.
Thank you for the comments! We've subd to your channel. Look forward to more uploads👏🏽
No problem and thank you!
This is even faster then the mechanism in 2nd Ave in Sacramento it use to do
+RRYoshi789 productions It sure is!
@Erik Alfaro Productions I agree with you too
Great work....Epic images....Big like & subscribe from Romania....Thumbs up!!!
Thanks! I've subscribed back.
0:10
The barrier is dead.
Lol
That is really weird and cool at the same time!!!!! Kind of reminds me of a gate that I saw that went down really fast but slowed down dramatically before it hit the ground
LoadsofTrains Thanks! Interesting information. I bet it looked like it was going to slam the ground but then slowed. Can you please subscribe back? Thanks!
Nice meet! the crossing gate tho LMAO
Thanks! That crossing gate sure hit the ground hard, lol.
Nice train and amazing video!!!!!! Big like from Romania!!!!!!
Thanks!
i feel bad for that crossing gate! like if you agree.
Lol, I agree!
Awesome!
Thanks!
Why is the road closed?
Because they are trying to fix the gate!
Good answer!
Nice video, man!
Josh's Aquatics & Railroad Videos Thanks! :) That gate sure smacked the ground hard huh?
Yep!
The same thing happened here a while back.
Yeah did you ever get to film that?
Nah. They had a guy out to lift the gate back up after every train! lol
WOW, super amazing!!!
get the most crowded railroad crossings in Indonesia.
Thanks! I've heard that railroad crossings in Indonesia are indeed crowded and I've seen a few images and videos about them.
Gate Calm Down!
Lol
This must be your most popular video on your channel now!
At this point in time, it is!
0:12 Perfect timing. When the crossing smacked its self, the train blasted the horn. So that means the crossing pushed the horn button.
Lol, yep
It's close to 1 million views!
I know! I'm planning on making a thank you video if/when that happens. I'm so excited!
Crossing that is drunk: I cant feel my Gate mechanismGate: Wait..what?Crossing that is drunk: I cant feel my Gate mechanism!Gate: That means...WERE GOING DOWN!!!Crossing and gate: AHHHHHHHHH*Gate Hits Ground*Crossing that is drunk: You ok?Gate: DOES IT LOOK LIKE IT?
+Matthew Starks Lol!
Funny!!!
New Zealand has WCH e-bells and they used to use the original ring pace for a long time, but they’re now as slow as what you can hear on tis video
Oh wow, thanks for sharing that information!
How did they do that?
Alex Floyd I think that the thing that holds the gate's arm is broken so it just let's the gate fall. It only picks it up gently.
Erik Alfaro cool! You know I make more then train videos, I would love it if you see my lawn care videos too, And my other non-railroad videos
That's nice I'll check out the one where you clean the pool after I get home from school.
Erik Alfaro I get off in 40 minnits.
I get off in 4 hours (Pacific Time).
New Sub from Derail Darrell - yeah that gate smacked hard. Looks like the gate motor needs replaced. - Jason
Thanks for the kind sub! I subbed back.
Yeah, the gate arm was definitely the problem, it has been repaired and currently works good.
That crossing gate and the gated signal needs to be fixed immediately
I believe they have been fixed, I just haven't gotten the chance to stop by this crossing to check.
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial okay I was just curious that concrete and asphalt is pretty tough so I'm surprised that gate did not break when it hit it
@@austinmiller3497 Same here, I thought the gate would get damaged in some way.
Same here I have some videos on my TH-cam channel if you want to check them out sometime including a pretty rare Providence and Worcester engine P&W #2216 yesterday I saw it go by my house and heading towards the yard in Newark Ohio there is a train yard right by my house where I live A 5 track train year that used to be only a one-track train yard years ago
@@austinmiller3497 Cool! I'll check out your channel sometime soon.
When it hit the ground so hard the horn went on it made the train horn went on
Wow thats one of the worst ones ive ever seen. Worse than 2nd Ave and Fruitridge rd in sacramento. And Derrick St in Alabama
Wow, fortunately this gate has been fixed.
what st is that crossing near
It's close to Alameda St and Pacific Coast Highway.
Rare footage of me smacking the table hard when I fall on tower of hell
Lol
Same here wai- AYO CHIL--
Gate: what a nice day it is
Train: where's my money
0:11
Gate: now look what we have down there
Sees 2 20$ on the ground
Gate: it's mine now
Train: what the
Train: heeeyyy!
Train: you stole my money
Gate: sorry
Train: now you are going to pay
Other train: what's going on here
Train: the gate stole my money
Other train:gate give me the money back so I can give it to the train
Gate: WHAT!!!!!!!!
Other train now!
Train: yeah!
Gate: alright fine!
Give the money back
Train: thank you
Gate (cries)
Train: alright I can give you $20 dollars
Gate: yay!!!
Gate : I'm sorry it took your $40 away
Train: it's fine but we're still best friends here
Other train: oh no I'm late for my goods train !
Train: me too!
Gate :bye
Lol, nice!
Nice joke
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial continue for part 2?
@@angelamartinez8203 Sure.
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial ok i will see of what i can think
Excellent, Erik! 👍 Like!
Thanks!
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial I will be glad to see you from my cannel about trains, my friend!
@@RWtv-trainchannel I'll try to check out your channel sometime soon. In the meantime, I've subscribed!
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial Thank you, my fried!
DIND DING DING DING DING! BONK!
Lol.
Sweet video
Thank you!
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial You are welcome!!
That is really funny! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Glad you enjoyed!
Nice! Where is this
Thanks! This crossing is underneath the Pacific Coast Highway overpass in Wilmington, CA.
Thanks! Do you know if the gate still hits the ground
@@flattrain5834 No problem! I'm releasing an update video on the gate sometime this week so stay tuned!
Alright
Ciao! :) Iscritto. Like n°24. Very good!
+Marcello Bigongiali Thank you!
Gate: I wanna get some diamond
Train: gate you want some diamond?
Gate: smacks ground
Train: whoa whoa calm down gate
XD
0:12 the train seems to horn when the gate hit the road :D
Yeah, the timing was quite good. :)
Um what location is this tell me I can’t find on google maps
This crossing is underneath the Pacific Coast Highway bridge in Wilmington, CA. It’s just east of Alameda St.
This got me dead 💀😂😂😂😭😂
Lol
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial DONT WRITE LOL ITS SO DEAD
@@sqlmrq_ Sorry about that bothering you. I will only write that for those that don't seem bothered by it (since I have friends here on TH-cam that are ok with it). But when responding to your comments and others who don't like "Lol", I will respond with something else.
@@ErikAlfaroProductionsOfficial idk but that seems dead. Lots of laught...
I dont think so
@@sqlmrq_ Oh, I've always read it as "laugh out loud". I didn't know that "Lol" could be interpreted as "lots of laughter".
Bunsen: People who are disliking this are gonna get hit by that crossing gate.
Lol.
Fantasic video ! Thumbs up 👍 I will watch your next video 😊
I Subscribe your channel ❗️
Thanks! I subbed back. :)
gate: oh a train is coming but I'm tired oh well-
gate a bit after: 0:11
*sees penny on ground*
gate: MINE
Lol
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA