Things i dislike about N gauge| 1 year review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ธ.ค. 2023
- A short video explaining the slightly annoying things about n gauge. I hope i didnt come across too harsh as a whole i love n , i cant see myself changing anytime soon.
In short, the models are beautiful. But due to their size can be fragile. Im reluctant to let my young child "play" with them.
I find building things difficult. Because everything is so small.
For some reason i find the track and wheels need cleaning more frequently. For someone who doesn't have much free time, this eats in to my modelling time.
We feel left behind at times. N is a popular gauge but it isnt as big as 00.
Despite the size of n gauge. It doesnt mean we get to pay half the price.
There will be a part 2 to this video explain what i do love about n gauge
Please consider viewing the next video. Why i love N gauge here
• Things i LOVE about N ...
Interesting video. I was a OO modeller in my teens and early 20's but switched to N when I returned to the hobby around 15 yrs ago. Main reason is to be able to run prototypical length modern image trains. N gauge certainly ticks that box. As for track - the more often you run trains the less track cleaning is required. Leave the trains for a week of no running and you'll need to track clean - this is no different to any other scale. As for the range of models available - agree that OO has more to offer. That said there is still an excellent range out there - which is ever expanding. Indeed the quality of models now produced in N is on a par with OO. Happy modelling.
Useful information, great video. Was going to go with N Gauge, but went with OO. Cheers, Andy
When it comes to cleaning the track I have a Locomotive running with a heavier wagon and underneath the wagon is a cleaning pad which is also used for cleaning glasses. No chemicals or alcohol involved. It helps you also need to make sure all the wheels are cleaned. And the best way is to keep running trains
I have put away my oo gauge, not got rid of it yet, and am having a dabble in Hornby TT120. For me it seems to be the Golddy Locks scale, not to big, not to small. Only downside at the moment is cost, as there are few second hand item to be found and if you do find some the price is almost as much as buying new. But you can fit a lot of layout in a small space.
The main thing that bugs me is the availability of items that are readily available in say Double O Gauge & say certain items that are just not gonna be brought to N Gauge. I’d love both the Hogwarts Express & the Winston Churchill Funeral train pack but that’s just me.
My N Gauge layout is in my garage in Humid Australia.
It's a very good point on the availability.
I have a compact N layout with numerous points.
Hi, it sounds like youve convinced yourself to go back to OO.
Some very valid observations, you definitely should avoid handling the loco's where ever possible, a fiddle yard or similar is required if you are having a fleet. For me track cleaning has been an issue particularly that sometimes i would not run the layout for months at a time. I used the DCC concepts rubber but i noticed that was filthy and needed a wash but more recently using 100% isopropyl followed by a clean cloth and vacuum, recently I have been experimenting with a piece of cork. Regular running definitely helps. I am also not sure how temperature affects the oxidising process because it's warm here at the moment. I also noticed all my coaches and wagon wheels had dirt that was crusted so all my stock has been cleaned with cotton buds trimmed square dipped in isopropyl, the dirt was amazing and now they run better and I''m sure are better over points etc. I would also say if modelling in N you need the basic tools and know how to remove bogies and clean wheels and contacts removing fluff etc. I also think the loco's are getting better and will not be long before we see a chip with stay alive, just 3 seconds would prevent most stalling issues. Having said all that i wanted full length trains and big run, in 00 the layout would be half the size.
Try Inox, I find it very effective cleaning tracks and wheels. IPA absorbs moisture out of the air in humid environments, maybe that is contributing to your problem. If you have a dust problem, then you will have to wipe the track over semi regularly anyway. I use a small piece of MDF, it's non abrasive. The best piece of advice is do not use abrasives to clean your track. It just creates pits and fissures for dirt to settle in. If you find a better solution, let us know. Use Inox sparingly, a little goes a long way. And don't run locos with traction tyres after you do it, it will gum them up. Hope this helps.
I think 00 is the smallest scale you can get any feeling of heft of the trains. N is too small for me.
The worst thing about N Gauge from a Japanese train enthusiast's perspective is that it's N Gauge not N Scale! Ordinary Japanese trains have standard gauge bodies running on narrow gauge bogies on narrow gauge track and bullet trains have wide gauge bodies running on standard gauge bogies on standard gauge track but both run on the same track in railway modelling, with the ordinary model trains narrow gauge bogies altered to standard gauge bogies and the bullet trains have the wide gauge bodies altered to standard gauge bodies to fit on double track in particular. The only physically correct model trains are the mini-shinkansen which are standard gauge bodies on standard gauge bogies.
Fleischmann track rubber is a much more forgiving cleaner. 10 minutes of that and my live is good to go every Sunday and I'm in a shed!
Pretty accurate I'd say.
I agree...especially if you get older..eye sight...00 is better🎉
If you think n gauge is fragile don’t try O gauge. Ready to run locos are much worse for bits dropping off.
Biggest complaint for me is the appearance of Peco N track and points. Toy town looks. The OO gauge track has improved greatly but not N. There are build your own finescale versions but it depends on your skill level and budget. Come on Peco, it’s time to improve as there are many N modellers who will part with their cash!
Hi, it's both funny and a bit sad how videos with a negative tone in their title get loads more views - I've had the same thing with one I made about reliability of N gauge locos, though it's been useful to get the comments.
You should go for T-Gauge, 1/450 scale. Then you'll realise that N is just another GIANT scale.