HO Scale Layout Tour- ABC Railway/CSX

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  • An overview of my HO scale model Railroad that depicts ABC Railway and CSX interchange just south of Akron in Barberton, Ohio. The first 5:30 is an introduction and background of the real ABC line.
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  • @ThomasKlimoski
    @ThomasKlimoski 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    A friend sent me a link to your video and I was surprised to see that you used my track for your layout. l am glad to hear it has worked out for you and I like the changes you made to accommodate your prototype. The ABC Railway is a fantastic line to model and will give you lots of operations. The swing bridge is a neat way to give you easy access to the train room when not needed. I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to more videos.-Tom

  • @longislandrailroadmontaukb982
    @longislandrailroadmontaukb982 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    For some reason I really like it when people take the time to show their research and ground their layouts in reality. It is a good window into the creative process. You appear to have made many excellent decisions, not the least of which is borrowing from the Georgia Northeastern, which has also provided me much inspiration. Your swing bridge and drawers are great - I wish I had that kind of talent. Subscribing and going to watch your other videos now!

  • @modelrailroader5619
    @modelrailroader5619 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That’s a nice layout and well organized space. Looking forward to trains running!👍🇨🇦

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Hoping to get out a video of operations this week!

  • @michaelhurst5910
    @michaelhurst5910 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice layout, I was born and raised in Barberton area. My Dad worked at PPG, as a kid they had their a railroad that brought limestone from the mine in Norton to Barberton. It a major cause for my love of trains. I do have a layout in O scale two rail. Keep up the good work.

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s awesome thank you. My next layout will be more prototypical for Barberton as I learn and design better

  • @greeneyedggirl
    @greeneyedggirl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a wonderful layout! Thank you for sharing it with us!

  • @25mfd
    @25mfd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    nice looking layout... good stuff

  • @iannarita9816
    @iannarita9816 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nicely done

  • @GreenRC24
    @GreenRC24 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything looks fantastic, great job!

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you I appreciate it

  • @ironmule-vo5ts
    @ironmule-vo5ts 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That swing gate is a modern master piece. Real smooth.

  • @benjaminwitte5184
    @benjaminwitte5184 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The drawers and their location are brilliant!! Its one of those " why didnt I think of that?!" deals.

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! don't worry for all the successes I had, I also had those "why didn't I think of that?!" moments with my layout.

  • @davidstewart5694
    @davidstewart5694 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking pretty good. Nice concept for a small area

  • @palco22
    @palco22 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like ! Your work shows a great layout. Be proud !

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you appreciate it a ton

  • @Eagle91382
    @Eagle91382 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have done an excellent job on your layout. You fit a lot of operation in without making it too crowded.

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Really tried to make it open with plenty of space.

  • @ohioscott4096
    @ohioscott4096 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice Layout! It looks very accurate to the real layout!

  • @jasonboche
    @jasonboche 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's a nice layout. Quite similar to the 11x10 room size I have where I built the Red Rock Northern. Nice job.

  • @friedrichshausen_spur_n
    @friedrichshausen_spur_n 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great layout, like it very much. It seems to have all the aspects of much larger layouts, but without the need to operate with 20 other people.

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks. I have definity learned a few things I would do differently on my next layout but happy how this one turned out

  • @keeganseva3975
    @keeganseva3975 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks great! Lots of fun to be had.
    thanks for sharing

  • @unpasaro
    @unpasaro 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent layout , congratulations

  • @Mike15hundred
    @Mike15hundred 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice, great use of your available space.

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Always wish we have more space but it’s perfect size for now

  • @elsdp-4560
    @elsdp-4560 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing. Very nice layout.👍👀

  • @lonesomecricket7721
    @lonesomecricket7721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sweet layout!

  • @madisonvillesub6522
    @madisonvillesub6522 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice layout based upon interesting prototype.

  • @tomasanderson6815
    @tomasanderson6815 ปีที่แล้ว

    looking good

  • @georgeronn1263
    @georgeronn1263 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nicely done.

  • @ironmule-vo5ts
    @ironmule-vo5ts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice uncongested layout! Real clean.

  • @IronPlanetHobbies
    @IronPlanetHobbies 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Looking forward to seeing your progress! 😀

  • @georgewilkinson1068
    @georgewilkinson1068 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice.

  • @KingTrump2024
    @KingTrump2024 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice layout sir !

  • @wrfreemo2006
    @wrfreemo2006 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the nice overview video. The names and places are familiar to me. You have done a good job capturing the "flavor" of the area. Will have to catch up on the rest of your layout videos!

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. Are you from the Barberton area?

    • @wrfreemo2006
      @wrfreemo2006 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CSXNSModelFan Good afternoon. I live in Akron and did consider the Akron and Barberton Belt as a subject for modules.

  • @coxsj
    @coxsj 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very cool prototype!

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you very much. I was lucky to live by it and can’t wait to make a larger layout.

  • @johnathanlewis2049
    @johnathanlewis2049 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice layout!

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you. Appreciate it!

  • @edtoomuchfun957
    @edtoomuchfun957 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow that is awesome! Very nicely done and impressive

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for your kind thoughts

    • @edtoomuchfun957
      @edtoomuchfun957 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@CSXNSModelFan Hope to see new videos posted!!

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@edtoomuchfun957 That is the goal! I have to admit I have done a terrible job this year but my goal is do better this winter and moving forward. What type of content would you like to see?

  • @RailserveJohn
    @RailserveJohn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really nice set up you’ve got. Looks like it will be a lot of fun to operate. Will be following along 👍 -John

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. I’ve been watching your videos for years. Definitely has inspired me a little bit!

  • @SleeTheSloth
    @SleeTheSloth 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Layout you have there. :)

  • @davidkeith8860
    @davidkeith8860 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice layout, I like the simplicity

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. It's very simple but effective!

  • @jpbassseniorbasssenior323
    @jpbassseniorbasssenior323 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Set up well ,an the storage was nice 👍

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. I would like to get an old blueprint cabinet to hold all the rolling stock but this will do in meantime

  • @deraildarrell
    @deraildarrell 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Came across your channel and was pleasantly surprised... very well done...Awesome!! So I liked and subscribed.. I will catch up with the rest of your vids...Darrell

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Had to make sure my skills and layout were up to par before I shared it.

  • @marka87
    @marka87 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it ❤

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you very much

  • @csxrensville5105
    @csxrensville5105 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice layout. This is the layout I'm looking to build when I retire my current layout.
    I will be checking out all your videos.

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome are you trying to model abc/csx area or just the layout design and fit it to your prototype?

    • @csxrensville5105
      @csxrensville5105 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CSXNSModelFan The design and fit is what I'm going for. It will still be CSX, just freelance.

  • @georgiasunbelt
    @georgiasunbelt 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I bet a lot has changed in 3yrs…time for another tour 😊

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Believe it or not, Since that layout tour video nothing has changed on the layout. I have spent all my time weathering rolling stock or building coke cars!

  • @Wrathchildss
    @Wrathchildss ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the green button for the crossing signals! Wish I could get them in n scale. Can’t seem to find them anywhere. Beauty layout!

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It was just an Amazon purchase

  • @dennisarmes3473
    @dennisarmes3473 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    just a great layout and your planning is really great,too !!! our pikes are very similar although mine is 34x15 yet still basically oval.... i do have what i would call maybe a small "helpful hint" ( please remember i am an old retired fart and have been in this hobby for over 60 years now)... i do understand you said it might be too crowded for the center peninsula as was originally pictured in this video. i had the same problem on my pike and realized i needed more switching area as i was just watching "trains in a circle" which got really dull after awhile. this was made worse by being able to see other layouts and then seeing that i needed more "room". here is my suggestion, all being based on adding a center peninsula..
    1) it does not have to be 2 feet wide !!! you can get a ton of switching in an area of 1 1/2' wide x 4'-5' in length or even less !!! the artwork/buildings you have are mighty fine and this will allow you to expand a bit.
    2) i promise that you will get bored sooner or later even with a basic loop such as it is !!!
    3) you will get bored !!!
    4) you will get bored !!!
    your work/planning/scenery are just beautiful... keep up the good work !!! i have wle/bprr/wny&p/lal on my layout doing all kinds of switching on my "new but small" peninsulas... and boy after a beer or two i am really happy i added them !!!
    blessings to you !!!

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I actually built the center section. It is about 16" wide and currently in my garage. I figure if I actually finish the rest of the layout, I can add it as an expansion.

  • @djlangle5526
    @djlangle5526 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks really good! Depending upon what material your drawer liners are, you may want to consider putting a layer of acid free tissue paper between it and your rolling stock. I had some drawer liner attack my passenger cars a few months back, and the paint was damaged

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have heard about that. I believe my foam is the exact same as the cradles you buy for working on locomotives. I’m looking every once in a while though to make sure nothing eats the paint.

  • @angelschneider_s
    @angelschneider_s 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice layout. Based on Tom's track plan it provides fun and operations for sure.
    I see that you do not have a staging area. So you start with the cars to move already being in the yard I guess. Please tell us a bit more about the operations you do, maybe in a future video.
    Take care.

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Take a look at my model railroad operations video part 1. It’s the next video after my layout tour. After I talk about my car cards and waybills I go through setting up an operating session. I’m currently editing the next video of the operations.

  • @minutemanmac
    @minutemanmac 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice layout, I'm a big fan of urban/commercial area switching. Who are you getting your background building flats from?

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tracksideflats.com. I got #403 HO Scale Industry Set.

  • @Herriot7
    @Herriot7 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks like a great foundation for fun. How many trains do you run at any one time and what's your approach to cleaning track?

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I usually just run one train at a time but when I have had nephews over have increased it to two or three. For track cleaning I will use mineral spirits on paper towels or Q-tips

  • @CustomElectrical
    @CustomElectrical ปีที่แล้ว

    What did you use to make the bell sound for your grade crossing? Very cool!

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  ปีที่แล้ว

      www.ebay.com/itm/263956861376 here is the link to it!

  • @djstrains
    @djstrains 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Looks like when I used to run trains for csx through there:
    th-cam.com/video/B6vnodCGZkY/w-d-xo.html

  • @cncpgreatlakesdiv4896
    @cncpgreatlakesdiv4896 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi your layout is really cool locks fun for ope session will sub thx for sharing.

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you hoping yo run an ops session on this within the next week so you can see how it operates

    • @cncpgreatlakesdiv4896
      @cncpgreatlakesdiv4896 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      glad you like it its big for ops but fun.

  • @coalandsteelrailroadvideos1342
    @coalandsteelrailroadvideos1342 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I live near ABC

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s a neat railroad. I went to school in Akron so I got to see them on the NCS headed to Brittan yard

    • @coalandsteelrailroadvideos1342
      @coalandsteelrailroadvideos1342 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CSXNSModelFan I think you should add the barberton Erie depot onto the layout I think you can fit it on the swing bridge

    • @coalandsteelrailroadvideos1342
      @coalandsteelrailroadvideos1342 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CSXNSModelFan if you need any reference photo just contact me I’ll see what I can do

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s brilliant idea. That’s right on the way to Continental Carbon I’ll have to work on that after I finish the base scenery around the layout

  • @wethepeople7961
    @wethepeople7961 ปีที่แล้ว

    Background flats are lame as they are , angle then a tad and add a roof. Or a side and create some depth

    • @CSXNSModelFan
      @CSXNSModelFan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That’s a great idea sadly don’t have enough room on this layout. Next one tho