CNM's train layout construction thread

[cubsneedmiracle]

That sounds really cool man make sure to post videos every so often! So when did you start?

There will be a layout update this upcoming week.

Weve had prior versions in the same room.. and its all been torn down before to repair the basement.. its a 100 year old house.

The benchwork and foam base has been in place for about 5 years but we never had the chance to get working on it till now.. mainly due to having other stuff around the basement being repaired.

 

[inactiveuser1]

interesting! well i think its really cool and cant wait for the layout update

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

interesting! well i think its really cool and cant wait for the layout update

Thank you for the interest!

I'm thinking the new video by Wednesday at the latest.

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

Now looking into the wiring for the turntable and engine facilities..

Plus signals and crossing lights/gates

 

[inactiveuser1]

Thank you for the interest!

I'm thinking the new video by Wednesday at the latest.

I'll be waiting

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

I'll be waiting

Good.

I'm happy to have some interest in my project!

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

So looking at the wiring that is necessary for the turntable..

This will be something that might be an issue....

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

I ordered some of these

BLMA Modern Block Signal Video HD - March 2009 - YouTube

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

Gonna be working in the basement this afternoon.. Hoping to have a new update video either tonight or else at worst in a few days..

Probably tonight though.

 

[nickofypres]

Thread is cool, but your YT channel name suggests you like men.

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

Thread is cool, but your YT channel name suggests you like men.

In your case it may suggest.. but in my life.. Def isn't the case foo

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

HO scale layout overview 9/20/11 - YouTube

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

HO scale MTH SD70ACe making a lap around the layout. - YouTube

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

Stopped up at America's best in Itasca

got this

and a 5 pack of Union Pacific coal hoppers

 

[scottiepippen1994]

This thread has inspired me to construct my new bedroom.

CHOOOOOOO CHOOOOOOOOOOO, I THINK I CAN I THINK I CAN!!!!!!

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

This thread has inspired me to construct my new bedroom.

CHOOOOOOO CHOOOOOOOOOOO, I THINK I CAN I THINK I CAN!!!!!!

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

I'm fooling with the idea of super elevating some of the turns to make it easier for larger cars to work..

Here's a video of a real train going over a super elevated curve.

Union Pacific Autorack Train - YouTube

You'll notice how the train turns at an angle.. Similar to a racetrack.

That makes it less stressful on larger rolling stock to make the turns and allows for faster speeds.

 

[inactiveuser1]

Thanks for the latest videos! It's coming together really good

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

Thanks for the latest videos! It's coming together really good

Yeah I'm picking up some signals tomorrow which are supposed to be top of the line.. So thats promising.

 

[inactiveuser1]

Yeah I'm picking up some signals tomorrow which are supposed to be top of the line.. So thats promising.

that is promising, how long will they take to install?