Richard Perrelli
Richard Perrelli
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Garden Railroad lighting tricks - adding solar security lighting to garden railroad buildings.
I like to run trains at night. The buildings on the Oyster Creek Garden Railroad are illuminated by a 300 watt, 12 volt pool/spa lighting system. 12 volt LEDs intended for garden, or automotive, or spa use provide bright and cheerful lighting. The 12 volt underground ground cable also allows for the addition of LED spotlights and street lamps. Automobiles use an on board 9V battery.
The brewery is my favorite buildings at night.
The buildings are lit for 2 hours after dark. But when the timer shuts off, the railroad disappears - like it no longer exits. Surely some of the buildings would be open all night, or have some security lighting which remained on after hours.
My wife found some in...
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Видео

Upside-down - a helpful tool for disassembling a G scale locomotive for repair or upgrades.
Просмотров 3575 месяцев назад
Upside Down - Disassembling a Locomotive If you run G scale locomotives, the you will eventually need disassemble them to replace worn gears, burned out light bulbs, or failing motors. Disassembly is also required to for installing batteries, radio receivers, or a sound systems. Most manufacturers keep the fasteners holding the locomotive together hidden from view, so they don’t distract from t...
Replacing old railroad water tank bands. Repairing old water tank.
Просмотров 3116 месяцев назад
The original water tank used brass rod tank bands. However, the brass rod bands were to stiff. They didn’t conform well to the tank staves. Also moisture changes, causing the tank to expand or contract, would loosen the bands and they would slip down unevenly no matter how I tried to tension or support them. I found low profile nylon cable ties that are UV resistant. These have connectors which...
Repairing broken ties on G scale tracks using replacement ties and a work train.
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Ultra Violet light from the sun can degrade plastics. While most G scale track manufacturers use UV inhibitor in their ties, some manufactures ties resist UV delegation better than others. The brass rails are unaffected by the sunlight and broken ties can easily be replaced.
G gauge live steam garden party spring steam-up 2024, running Accucraft and Aristo-Craft locomotives
Просмотров 5249 месяцев назад
Several railroad enthusiasts joined to run live steam G gauge trains in the garden, spring 2024. Locomotives that were run included: 1. Accucraft Ruby - R/C, electronic bell and whistle 2. Accucraft 2-Truck Shay 3. Accucraft 2-Truck Shay - R/C 4.Accucraft 4-4-0 Baldwin 5. Aristo-craft 2-8-2 Mikado - factory R/C, electric ignition, electronic sound
Oyster Creek Garden Railroad ferry boat Tea Pot which uses either stream or electrical propulsion.
Просмотров 151Год назад
Tea Pot is a MIDWEST Products live steam motor launch kit that was converted to a ferry boat for the Oyster Creek Garden Railroad. It was further modified to readily convert from live steam to electric power operation.
G scale removable bridges for easy maintenance and repair, pond maintenance feature
Просмотров 613Год назад
Bridges and water features add character to a garden railroad but they require maintenance. To clean the pond filter I need to remove the bridge spanning the pond to gain access to the submerged equipment. I am bringing up my work train but the only tool I need is the Allen wrench which fits split jaw connectors. Split jaw clamps hold the bridge in place. This allows the jaws on the bridge side...
Steam up and operation of an Accucraft 2 cylinder Shay live steam locomotive garden railroading fun!
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.Год назад
Steam up Accucraft 2 cylinder Shay Link to the Owner’s Manual for the Accucraft 2 cylinder Shay live steam locomotive: www.accucraft.com/manuals/AT 20p3 Shay 2 Cyl LS Manual.pdf Link to a video discussing operating considerations for steam locomotives: ruclips.net/video/8EHO0KfSGfQ/видео.html The method depicted in this video for firing this locomotive generally follows the owner’s manual, but ...
Garden railroad fun - almost anatomically correct cows for the Bachmann cattle car - with sound.
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.Год назад
The eye is attracted to motion, so I wasn't surprised that the cows sticking their heads in and out of the Bachmann cattle car received much attention from spectators viewing the San Diego Garden Railroad Society's exhibit at the County Fair. However, I was surprised by the comments from the children. "Why do your cows have 2 heads?" and "Where are their legs?" I excepted the anatomically incor...
Behind the scenes of the N scale coffee table empire, little trains under glass, transition era.
Просмотров 5 тыс.2 года назад
The video of my N scale coffee table railroad received many comments. This video goes behind the scenes to explore the features and secrets of running the little railroad under glass including operation, provisions for routine maintenance track cleaning. The original video for which this provides the behind the scenes view is ruclips.net/video/LjUZNlLWwVM/видео.html
Heavy rusting effect for garden railroad plastic parts using Metal Effects Oxidizing Iron Paint
Просмотров 8572 года назад
Heavy rusting effect for garden railroad plastic parts using Metal Effects Oxidizing Iron Paint
Accucraft G scale Live Steam Action Shay meets 0-4-0 on western garden railroad Fall Steam Up 2022.
Просмотров 8242 года назад
Accucraft G scale Live Steam Action Shay meets 0-4-0 on western garden railroad Fall Steam Up 2022.
Awesome two seat open gyrocopter first ride. Now this is flying!
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.2 года назад
Awesome two seat open gyrocopter first ride. Now this is flying!
Gn 15 locomotive - building a 1/24th scale 15 inch gage Gn 15 loco bashed from a Bachmann On30 Shay
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.2 года назад
Gn 15 locomotive - building a 1/24th scale 15 inch gage Gn 15 loco bashed from a Bachmann On30 Shay
N Scale Coffee Table Railroad Empire, Little Trains Under Glass, transition era model railroad
Просмотров 63 тыс.2 года назад
N Scale Coffee Table Railroad Empire, Little Trains Under Glass, transition era model railroad
Save Money on G Scale battery, R/C, and Sound with an Interchangeable Electronics Module, Rail Truck
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.2 года назад
Save Money on G Scale battery, R/C, and Sound with an Interchangeable Electronics Module, Rail Truck
Battery Power LED Lighting for G Scale Caboose, Inexpensive DYI Garden Railroad Project
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.2 года назад
Battery Power LED Lighting for G Scale Caboose, Inexpensive DYI Garden Railroad Project
Scratch build Building a G scale locomotive. Darjeeling B-Class 0-4-0 ST Locomotive in 1/20th Scale
Просмотров 4,4 тыс.2 года назад
Scratch build Building a G scale locomotive. Darjeeling B-Class 0-4-0 ST Locomotive in 1/20th Scale
Window for the fish, installing a window in the pond, building operating G scale Rolling Lift Bridge
Просмотров 2912 года назад
Window for the fish, installing a window in the pond, building operating G scale Rolling Lift Bridge
RC Stern Wheel River Boat build, Push Boat with Railroad Car Float barge. Garden Railroad steam boat
Просмотров 2,8 тыс.3 года назад
RC Stern Wheel River Boat build, Push Boat with Railroad Car Float barge. Garden Railroad steam boat
Memories of the Coast Starlight Amtrak - Los Angeles California to Seattle Washington in the spring
Просмотров 1573 года назад
Memories of the Coast Starlight Amtrak - Los Angeles California to Seattle Washington in the spring
Recycling old G scale structures to make a wild west ghost town from PICO G scale buildings
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.3 года назад
Recycling old G scale structures to make a wild west ghost town from PICO G scale buildings
Bloopers and outtakes, Oyster Creek Garden Railroad, first half 2021
Просмотров 1843 года назад
Bloopers and outtakes, Oyster Creek Garden Railroad, first half 2021
Dockside railroading, live steam Accucraft Ruby switching freight on waterfront switching maneuvers
Просмотров 9333 года назад
Dockside railroading, live steam Accucraft Ruby switching freight on waterfront switching maneuvers
Model railroad fire scene, G Scale artificial fire, Making garden railroad fire scene, modeling fire
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.3 года назад
Model railroad fire scene, G Scale artificial fire, Making garden railroad fire scene, modeling fire
Operating a steam locomotive demonstrated with a modified Accucraft Ruby, G scale radio control Ruby
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.3 года назад
Operating a steam locomotive demonstrated with a modified Accucraft Ruby, G scale radio control Ruby
Railroad rolling stock storage curb side detail storage garden railroad storage railcar cabinet
Просмотров 5113 года назад
Railroad rolling stock storage curb side detail storage garden railroad storage railcar cabinet
G scale track maintenance of way (MOW) toolbox car. Mobil railroad toolbox. Track maintenance tools
Просмотров 5303 года назад
G scale track maintenance of way (MOW) toolbox car. Mobil railroad toolbox. Track maintenance tools
G scale quick change flatcar loads add visual interest to a train and minimize the flatcar roster
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.3 года назад
G scale quick change flatcar loads add visual interest to a train and minimize the flatcar roster
Multipurpose garden railroad signs, repurposing Lionel signs for G scale. Switch track clearing tool
Просмотров 6953 года назад
Multipurpose garden railroad signs, repurposing Lionel signs for G scale. Switch track clearing tool

Комментарии

  • @SPMech1
    @SPMech1 21 день назад

    👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @northernutahlivesteam
    @northernutahlivesteam Месяц назад

    interesting ideas. thanks for sharing.

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 Месяц назад

      A hobby is more fun if you share it with others. Thanks for your comments and thanks for watching. 😀

  • @northernutahlivesteam
    @northernutahlivesteam Месяц назад

    fun

  • @northernutahlivesteam
    @northernutahlivesteam Месяц назад

    fun video

  • @northernutahlivesteam
    @northernutahlivesteam Месяц назад

    Fun build. Thanks for sharing.

  • @tacfoley4443
    @tacfoley4443 Месяц назад

    I love it!!

  • @tacfoley4443
    @tacfoley4443 Месяц назад

    How did I miss this? What a marvellous piece of handicraft, Sir! I commend you. I'm putting a link to the 16mm Association FB page, and also on G scale Central websire.

  • @zdoh-B18302
    @zdoh-B18302 3 месяца назад

    This is in sorrento valley-del mar border

  • @andrewlalis
    @andrewlalis 3 месяца назад

    This is exactly the kind of project I'd like to attempt some day soon. Thanks for showing us what's possible!

  • @michaelmohrmann
    @michaelmohrmann 3 месяца назад

    Great video, thanks for sharing! :-)

  • @Nateacoll
    @Nateacoll 3 месяца назад

    How do you go about uncoupling the wagons . When the glass is on. I'm taking my first steps in n gauge . Finally. Wow what a fantastic railroad

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 3 месяца назад

      I remove the glass for uncoupling. I believe there are remote magnetic couplers available. The railroad is over 40 years old. I don't think it would have survived that long without the glass to protect it.

  • @Russojap2
    @Russojap2 3 месяца назад

    Wow that's amazing!

  • @jercsgn
    @jercsgn 4 месяца назад

    This is very relaxing. Very nice narration too.

  • @lifeofajeeper5235
    @lifeofajeeper5235 5 месяцев назад

    I've always been HO myself but for a very long time I've wanted to build a N scale coffee table as well

  • @ChristinaBunch-x5n
    @ChristinaBunch-x5n 5 месяцев назад

    Looks amazing!

  • @ronselliers6951
    @ronselliers6951 5 месяцев назад

    Like the way you hinged the roof on a piece of rolling stock and turned into the tool car.

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 5 месяцев назад

      It is surprisingly convenient. ruclips.net/video/j2ZuhdN_poc/видео.html

  • @scottfw7169
    @scottfw7169 6 месяцев назад

    That indeed is an idea! Did not know that style of cable tie was out there, cable ties get only very rarely used here.

  • @lyndonfoster1090
    @lyndonfoster1090 6 месяцев назад

    LOVE IT. Very clever. Love to see how you hinged that work car lid! Is that a USAT work car? I like the idea of having the tools in one place too. And you are battery right? Very nice have a great weekend.

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 6 месяцев назад

      Thanks. Here is more on the tool car: ruclips.net/video/j2ZuhdN_poc/видео.html

  • @blose774
    @blose774 7 месяцев назад

    Thats amazing!Good its running again

  • @paulhauber574
    @paulhauber574 7 месяцев назад

    I am just starting with a Kato n scale starter set and like the idea of table top as we live in a condo with limited space. Do you have a full or partial list of components & pricing you used including the table? Thanks

  • @StevesTrains
    @StevesTrains 8 месяцев назад

    Love it!!

  • @sarahwinfield3989
    @sarahwinfield3989 8 месяцев назад

    My Ruby is fine steaming one way but in reverse it is terrible. Have you any comments or suggestions please?

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 8 месяцев назад

      There are some excellent videos on RUclips about adjusting valve timing which may be helpful in getting smother operation from a Ruby.

    • @sarahwinfield3989
      @sarahwinfield3989 8 месяцев назад

      @@richardperrelli3970 Hi Richard. Many thanks for your reply. I wouldn't dare mess with my Ruby but I know a man who might.

  • @northernutahlivesteam
    @northernutahlivesteam 8 месяцев назад

    live steam is hot

  • @ЛЬВИНИ
    @ЛЬВИНИ 8 месяцев назад

    Good video, like

  • @frostedbutts4340
    @frostedbutts4340 8 месяцев назад

    Fantastic setup! Only change I'd make is putting the top on hinges, maybe with gas struts to help lift and hold it up. And a lock to keep little fingers out :P

  • @jimmckim3565
    @jimmckim3565 9 месяцев назад

    Hey, I recognize those logging disconnects!

  • @northernutahlivesteam
    @northernutahlivesteam 9 месяцев назад

    Interesting setup with the electric or steam power options. Very cool video.

  • @northernutahlivesteam
    @northernutahlivesteam 9 месяцев назад

    careful, live steam is hot

  • @plantrax1
    @plantrax1 10 месяцев назад

    Nice to see her running again. At least until the next landslide.

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 10 месяцев назад

      Jack! good to hear from you!

    • @plantrax1
      @plantrax1 10 месяцев назад

      Hi, it's been too long. I think it's about time for a steam up! What do you think?Maybe this Saturday?

  • @plantrax1
    @plantrax1 10 месяцев назад

    She's back! 😎

  • @chasehaywood9722
    @chasehaywood9722 10 месяцев назад

    Loved this video…then loved it even more when I heard “drawah”

  • @sylar1989
    @sylar1989 10 месяцев назад

    Does it have a sight glass? If not, I assume it is designed to run out of gas before running dry on water so there isn't potential to damage the boiler. Also is it hard to make it rc?.

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 10 месяцев назад

      No sight glass. it usually runs out of gas first. When it stops running the first thing I do is close the gas valve just in case.

  • @northernutahlivesteam
    @northernutahlivesteam 10 месяцев назад

    Fun video! Do you have any info on the 4-4-0 #9? It’s super pretty.

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 10 месяцев назад

      I agree, it is a good looker. it also runs well and has a fairly long run time. My friend bought it used so we don't know much about it other than it is typical of Accucraft locomotives of that size.

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 10 месяцев назад

      Check out this link. Its not the #9 but... www.trains.com/grw/news-reviews/reviews/accucraft-4-4-0/

    • @northernutahlivesteam
      @northernutahlivesteam 10 месяцев назад

      @@richardperrelli3970 thanks for pointing me to that article. Very interesting.

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 10 месяцев назад

      🙂@@northernutahlivesteam

  • @brianvalley5223
    @brianvalley5223 11 месяцев назад

    That's so cool.

  • @eieio1943
    @eieio1943 11 месяцев назад

    Very nicely done.

  • @MO-ke5yf
    @MO-ke5yf Год назад

    Great !!! Bachmann Metamorphose. Greetings from gemany !!!

  • @oohwhop716
    @oohwhop716 Год назад

    That's beautiful locomotive

  • @funlovingvoyeur
    @funlovingvoyeur Год назад

    Cool. I wish I was as handy. Would be great to have as a desk so I can watch trains while working :)

  • @stevenj9414
    @stevenj9414 Год назад

    It's a good idea. I own the HLW Railbus and HLW inspection truck that you do and though of adding sound and battery r/c to them. I also own a HLW Mack which I wantt do at least sound to. I don't know if I want to do a separate car for it but I appreciate you showing off your setup. I though to of getting a My Loco Sounds, sound unit.

  • @caseyvillemodelrailroad3877
    @caseyvillemodelrailroad3877 Год назад

    Great vidio, like the idea , doing the same thing with BT speaker's into first car with speaker forward or into tender. Thanks for the morning coffee...

  • @Cekkkko21212
    @Cekkkko21212 Год назад

    Can you link the parts for these mods to your ruby?

  • @ungurdani8346
    @ungurdani8346 Год назад

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  • @williamfoulkes8716
    @williamfoulkes8716 Год назад

    Awesome table and layout! Thank you for sharing!

  • @michaelpowell7312
    @michaelpowell7312 Год назад

    Great build. Can I ask where you obtained the G Scale plan and dimensions from?

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 Год назад

      I didn't find plans so I scaled dimensions from photos on the internet. There is a postage stamp with a clean side view which was helpful. My model is not exact scale of a particular locomotive, but it gives the impression of that class of locomotives.

  • @vault1310
    @vault1310 Год назад

    Mission Bay Model Yacht pond?

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 Год назад

      Yes, I operate R/C boats there often. 😎

    • @mattberrett5386
      @mattberrett5386 Год назад

      Btw your paddle pusher boat is great. Has a lot of character! I have the same Midwest steam launch kit and engine to build. Does the engine spit out a lot of water/oil droplets?

    • @richardperrelli3970
      @richardperrelli3970 Год назад

      Yes, it is a very basic and somewhat privative engine.

  • @Terrys-Steam-and-Bricks
    @Terrys-Steam-and-Bricks Год назад

    Cooooool!! Love the steam plant!

  • @everett86
    @everett86 Год назад

    Very nice. I have a fantail launch kit and an assembled engine. This really shows what can be done with a lot of extra effort. Beautiful ferry!

  • @ChanceThomas-bl1hc
    @ChanceThomas-bl1hc Год назад

    Dope

  • @Astro_Dog777
    @Astro_Dog777 Год назад

    Your video has made me want to buy this loco.

  • @briankindt2350
    @briankindt2350 Год назад

    Had this idea for building for my Grandkids. I thought I would see if anyone else built one. Nice job