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Polar Express Solar Powered Model Railroad Part 3
Polar Express Solar Powered Model Railroad Part 3
In this video, I'm showing how to recharge the solar powered system using two fold-out solar panels. The Eco Flow Delta system that I'm using has a maximum recommended temperature of 86 degrees Fahrenheit while charging. Since the exterior temperature is hitting over 100 degrees, I'm using extension cords from the solar panels outside in full sun to the Delta unit inside in Air Conditioning. The extension cord set I'm using is a Renogy 20 ft. 10AWG pair (one black and one red). The 10-gauge wires are heavy enough to minimize any power loss between the solar panels and my Delta Unit.
I started recharging my Eco Flow Delta in the afternoon on...
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Polar Express Solar Powered Model Railroad Part Two
Просмотров 7212 года назад
Polar Express Solar Powered Model Railroad Part Two This video shows my Polar Express Model Railroad Layout operating on solar power. In addition to the model railroad, I also use solar power to recharge the batteries for my cameras, microphones, remote controls for the trains, and the Christmas Tree Lights. This video shows multiple trains operating on the layout, and maneuvering around the tr...
Solar Powered Polar Express O-gauge Model Railroad
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Using Solar Power to operate my Polar Express Model Railroad Layout. I'm using an Eco Flow Delta Solar Generator rated at 1260 watt hours of power. To charge the Lithium Ion Battery in the Eco Flow Delta, I'm using two 160 watt Eco Flow flexible Solar Panels connected in series. By connecting the solar panels in series, the amps stay the same, while the voltage increases. Connecting in parallel...
Polar Express Model Railroad Tour and Demonstration
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Polar Express Model Railroad Layout Tour & Demonstration. Watch a tour of my Polar Express Model Railroad Layout & Demonstration of three LionChief Plus 2.0 locomotives, and the Polar Express Trolley, all in action at the same time. My O-gauge Layout features trains and accessories from several manufacturers, including Lionel, Woodland Scenics, RailKing, and more. The tour consists of two parts...
Polar Express Operating Presents Car & Bridge Girder Flatcar
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Polar Express Operating Presents Car and Bridge Girder Flatcar unboxing and first test run. In this video, I'm unboxing and demonstrating two new Polar Express Freight Cars. These are two attractive new freight cars that will add interest and fun to any Polar Express Model Railroad Layout. The Operating Presents Car pushes colorfully wrapped packages out automatically. IMPORTANT NOTE: The Fastr...
Polar Express Playing with Trains Christmas 2021
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Polar Express Playing with Trains Christmas 2021 Three Polar Express O-gauge trains and a Polar Express Trolley all running at the same time on my model railroad layout!!! Enjoy Christmas by watching the Lionel Polar Express trains running through winter scenery on three separate tracks. A track-level view is included. It was created by mounting a GoPro camera on my newest railcar: The Polar Ex...
Polar Express New Flatcar with Bell Unboxing & Test Run
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Polar Express New Flatcar with Bell Unboxing & Test Run In this video, I’ll unbox the newest addition to my Lionel Polar Express O-gauge Model Train layout. After we get a look at what just arrived, I’ll put it on the tracks and see how it performs. During this operating session, I’ll move the Polar Express freight train from Track One to Track Two and then up to Track Three. Once on Track Thre...
Polar Express Realistic Snow on Roofs Improvised Reverse Loop
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Polar Express Snow on the Roofs & Operating Session. In this video, I demonstrate how to add snow to rooftops for more realistic winter scenery. I'll use two products from Woodland Scenics: Scenic Cement and Soft Flake Snow. I've used both products on other projects with excellent results. After adding snow to the rooftops of several structures, it's time for an operating session to demonstrate...
Polar Express Thanksgiving Operating Session
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In this video, I demonstrate how to add snow to a roof for a realistic winter scene. Then it's on to an operating session with three Polar Express Trains plus the Polar Express Trolley running on the layout in both daylight and nighttime lighting. Enjoy! In future videos, I'll continue adding winter landscaping to add realism to my Polar Express O-gauge Model Railroad Layout. After adding a lit...
Polar Express: Making Realistic Icicles O-Gauge
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This video demonstrates making realistic Icicles for an O-Gauge Polar Express Model Railroad Layout. The Polar Express is set in the northern latitudes of the United States. For a realistic layout, icicles are an absolute necessity. This video demonstrated the materials to use, and how to go about making realistic icicles for your Polar Express O-Gauge Model Railroad Layout. The goal isn't perf...
Big Boy Steam Locomotive 2021 USA Tour, Denton, TX
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The Union Pacific Big Boy 2021 Tour of the USA brought it to Denton, Texas, on August 13, 2021. This video shows the arrival and departure of this historic locomotive. For reasons unknown, Big Boy was almost two hours late in arriving. However, the crowd that had gathered to see the historic steam locomotive remained enthusiastic, and almost no one left until after Big Boy departed for its next...
Installing Rail Fence & Diesel Operating Session
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In an earlier video, I installed an O-scale Woodland Scenics Barbed Wire Fence around the farmstead and pasture. In this video, I'm installing an O-scale Woodland Scenics Rail Fence in front of the cabin and barn. The rail fence adds interest and realism to the farm scene on my Lionel Polar Express Model Railroad Layout. One of the rail fence sections that I'm installing includes a wide gate fo...
Stop Derailing! Leveling the Problem Switch Elevated Track
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Stop Derailing! Leveling the Problem Switch Elevated Track - There's a lot more to running a model railroad than just driving the trains. Laying track, fixing problems, and maintaining it all in good operating condition are essential to enjoying model railroading. The Age of Diesel: A few weeks ago, I bought my first diesel locomotive. It's a LionChief Plus 2.0 Norfolk Southern ET44 Diesel Loco...
Two Smokin' Cabooses Just Arrived Review & Demo
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Two Smokin' Cabooses Just Arrived Review & Demo If you enjoy seeing new product reviews and demonstrations, I have a special treat for you in this video. It's a brand-new caboose that was made in the USA 30 years ago! For the first time, this smokin' caboose is brought to life on my O-gauge Polar Express Layout. This caboose was included in my latest order from Grzyboski Train Store, which just...
Newest Haul from TrainWorld Rotary Dump Gondola Cars & More!
Просмотров 6623 года назад
My newest haul form TrainWorld just arrived. In this video, I'll show you what I received in this order, and demonstrate my new Norfolk Southern Rotary Dump Gondola Cars running on my layout. What Just Arrived: First up is the Lionel Norfolk Southern O-gauge Rotary Dump Gondola Car four pack. Each of these cars has a different road number, adding to the realism of my new rolling stock. In addit...
Age of Diesel Has Arrived LionChief Plus 2.0 Locomotive
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Age of Diesel Has Arrived LionChief Plus 2.0 Locomotive
Don't Get Scratched! O-scale Barbed Wire Fence Review
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Don't Get Scratched! O-scale Barbed Wire Fence Review
Raw Video From the Lionel CupolaCam Caboose - Unedited!
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Raw Video From the Lionel CupolaCam Caboose - Unedited!
Fun With Trains! Running 3 Polar Express Trains and Trolley
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Fun With Trains! Running 3 Polar Express Trains and Trolley
Lionel Conrail WiFi CupolaCam Wide Vision Caboose Review
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Lionel Conrail WiFi CupolaCam Wide Vision Caboose Review
Polar Express O-gauge Caboose Unboxing Review Demonstration
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Polar Express O-gauge Caboose Unboxing Review Demonstration
Lionel Polar Express Elf Warming Shacks Not What I Expected!
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.3 года назад
Lionel Polar Express Elf Warming Shacks Not What I Expected!
Polar Express O-gauge Railroad: Every Farm Needs a Farmhouse
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Polar Express O-gauge Railroad: Every Farm Needs a Farmhouse
Woodland Scenics Old Weathered Barn Review, A Big Thumbs Up!
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Woodland Scenics Old Weathered Barn Review, A Big Thumbs Up!
Polar Express Elf Work Train North Pole Run It's Complicated
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Polar Express Elf Work Train North Pole Run It's Complicated
Creamy Hot Chocolate Car Review, What Lionel Didn't Tell You
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.4 года назад
Creamy Hot Chocolate Car Review, What Lionel Didn't Tell You
Polar Express New Piggyback Railcars Unboxing Review Test Run
Просмотров 1 тыс.4 года назад
Polar Express New Piggyback Railcars Unboxing Review Test Run
Polar Express LionChief Elf Work Train Unboxing Review Test Run
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Polar Express LionChief Elf Work Train Unboxing Review Test Run
Lionel Polar Express Trains and Trolley Operating Session
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Lionel Polar Express Trains and Trolley Operating Session
Polar Express O-gauge Christmas Eve Operating Session & Switch Install
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Polar Express O-gauge Christmas Eve Operating Session & Switch Install

Комментарии

  • @Wvillegas816
    @Wvillegas816 14 дней назад

    Thanks for showing this, going to order mine. Great video and love your setup.

  • @caseyvillemodelrailroad3877
    @caseyvillemodelrailroad3877 Месяц назад

    Great vidio, love that icicle technique, going to try some of that stuff on my removable snow and ice.Thanks for the morning coffee...

  • @swampdaddy4014
    @swampdaddy4014 Месяц назад

    That guy really pops out fast 😂

  • @TRENISCALA1.87
    @TRENISCALA1.87 Месяц назад

    🖒😉

  • @MrShain1611
    @MrShain1611 2 месяца назад

    Love your setup. Could you tell me the dimensions of your layout? Thanks, Jim You have done a great job.

  • @rustyc521
    @rustyc521 2 месяца назад

    Looks terrible…..

  • @MHRRR54
    @MHRRR54 3 месяца назад

    Great video Owen! I just picked up a similar caboose at the 2024 Fall York show yesterday for $20.00 (no box) but in very good condition (light, blinker & smoke unit functional), Mine is the Southern Railway number 7613 in Brown, Same windows, cupola, grab rails, etc. Since I did not get the box or instructions Im glad you show the exploded diagram so I could see how many bulbs were inside (just 1). and how to open it when that bulb eventually goes. I like smoking cabooses (I have several others, Pennsylvania & Western Maryland) and did pick up a second one at the show in the original box (Union Pacific) for another $15.00. Not a bad haul for 1 day. Anyway. keep up your good work on your videos! Please check out mine sometime!

  • @markkilgore938
    @markkilgore938 4 месяца назад

    Too much voltage. The cans should come out more smoothly & slowly.

  • @justice4all170
    @justice4all170 7 месяцев назад

    Glad I stayed with my tubular rack system.

  • @rennethjarrett4580
    @rennethjarrett4580 7 месяцев назад

    I was hoping to see a wise instruction of track from one level to the other. That did not work out, but it confirmed what I already thought, that a much longer grade is needed to climb. My simple advice to you: Unless you are running the old tinplate the place of starting the rise and the end have to be very little, to no obvious bend or crack of the track. Other wise you have hook problems, traction problems and connection problems.

  • @rennethjarrett4580
    @rennethjarrett4580 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks for giving out the product information, interesting touch.

  • @plunkervillerr1529
    @plunkervillerr1529 7 месяцев назад

    I `m flabbergasted, plus glad me Hornbee isn`t busted me.

  • @N_scale
    @N_scale 7 месяцев назад

    Where’s the next update on the layout?

  • @paulmontgomery303
    @paulmontgomery303 11 месяцев назад

    My name is Paul I just found your video very interesting layout. I was trying to figure out how to elevate my American flyer. Wonder if you could tell me the link if you have one that shows how you made the risers out of the PVC pipe and how you connect the board to the. Thank you enjoyed the video keep up the good. Greetings from Southwest Mi.

  • @joev707
    @joev707 11 месяцев назад

    Still feel the same way about this after having on your layout for a while now? Looking at buying one as I’m beginning to fall into the trap of wanting to “collect them all” regarding the Polar Express line. So hard justifying the expense of this and other PE themed Lionel accessories for someone who is just getting into this hobby (and for the seemingly lack of quality compared to price). If one is planning a primarily PE layout, seems like it would have to be a must have regardless of its faults, no?

  • @genesissamuelsoares1167
    @genesissamuelsoares1167 Год назад

    Why my Polar Express doesn’t produce so much smoke like yours? I also have the 132 passenger station. Could you please help me to install it on the fast track? The manual teaches just for the old tracks and the insulated section shows that should be with the center rail. All videos about insulation track show doing with the out rails.

  • @tomdonnelly5659
    @tomdonnelly5659 Год назад

    Nice! How was the elevated section made for the fast track?

  • @SOU6900
    @SOU6900 Год назад

    Did you ever get your issue with the switches figured out?

  • @paulroeber3681
    @paulroeber3681 Год назад

    This was wildly helpful in working on my layout. Thank you for the clear communication and simple direction. Happy Railroading!

  • @livingroomtelevision3737
    @livingroomtelevision3737 Год назад

    I have a Lionel O train I’d like to run from table top up track mounted to a wall that will be about 5 feet above the table. I would appreciate any pointers you can give.

  • @MrShain1611
    @MrShain1611 Год назад

    I could not buy the set, never realizing you needed all this to make it run. Where can I buy a controller that will work with his Trolley now?

  • @HotRodRodney25
    @HotRodRodney25 Год назад

    i wish i could help

  • @timnewman1172
    @timnewman1172 Год назад

    Back in the days of steel track and Magnatraction, those old postwar locomotives would've pulled that grade with no problem...

  • @malanstecker
    @malanstecker Год назад

    How is the strait track with bumpers at each end powered? Do you use a fixed voltage transformer like the one that comes with a basic LionChief train set or one with variable power like a Lionel CW-80 transformer? Can the speed of the trolley be controlled? If yes, then how?

  • @ronaldbroehm1411
    @ronaldbroehm1411 Год назад

    seams backwards, gray first, raw umber next, than any other color, than black

  • @jtbassgambler2594
    @jtbassgambler2594 Год назад

    Lionel are garbage i always go with MTH they're the best train

  • @photozen8398
    @photozen8398 Год назад

    Is it me or the gate alarm is annoying?

  • @photozen8398
    @photozen8398 Год назад

    I love your modular layout, I am using same modular but simpler 8x8

  • @doctordeath.5716
    @doctordeath.5716 Год назад

    This is really cool and thank you for sharing this video and it is very helpful for me.

  • @keystonecountryboy
    @keystonecountryboy Год назад

    Man I'm glad I still use traditional tubular track...I'd hate to have to keep saying fastrack instead of just saying track...

  • @richardnelson-ux1zz
    @richardnelson-ux1zz Год назад

    The box is messed up from ups mot train world

  • @jimmyrants4342
    @jimmyrants4342 Год назад

    Thanks so much for showing this. I am going to order the trolley tomorrow to add it to my O scale Polar Express train set. I build Lemax / Department 56 Christmas Villages, and this would be an amazing addition. Thanks again.

  • @Thetindallman
    @Thetindallman Год назад

    Jesus Christ those elves are going ham

  • @knifetrain3118
    @knifetrain3118 Год назад

    Unfortunately with Lionel’s same old same old tooling they have been using for years if you want anything with the Polar Express licensing not only do you have to pay a premium but you have to settle on a toy like accessory.

  • @ldever3
    @ldever3 Год назад

    With a TPC you can control conventional trains with a cab 1 or cab 2 remote. The remote controls the power to the track, just like your transformer, so you would still need to increase/decrease power for elevation changes. Still might make things a little easier for filming.

  • @georgebenson6036
    @georgebenson6036 Год назад

    Owen, a couple of things, first, when you have a curve and a grade, the curve adds some resistance to moving the train. Second, if you will take some pliers and gently bend the tap on the tender backward, just a little, this will help the train stay together. In the days of steam, it was not uncommon to double a hill i.e., take half the train to the summit and return for the second half. Thanks for sharing.

  • @bobvunesky78
    @bobvunesky78 Год назад

    I can't find anything that explains how the button activation wiring is hooked up to the operating track. A little help would be appreciated immensely. All I see are color codes on the track but no way to know which wire from the controller corresponds to which color.

  • @georgebenson6036
    @georgebenson6036 Год назад

    Great video. Thanks for sharing.

  • @catvoncrimson666
    @catvoncrimson666 Год назад

    I wonder if the Polar express has many different forms?

  • @q8fly.
    @q8fly. Год назад

    Shipper is at fault

  • @johnvanosdol2542
    @johnvanosdol2542 Год назад

    Very interesting layout! Could you tell us the % grade? What length does the train use to climb, and what height does it get to?

  • @rusty383
    @rusty383 Год назад

    Can't wait to get the word out on this! Just Plain Beautiful

  • @rusty383
    @rusty383 Год назад

    Hey Love these. Do they have other Fright Cars. I would Love to have a North Pole Fright Set . Santa Has to get Supply's right.

  • @richardsomerville4107
    @richardsomerville4107 Год назад

    I like the look of your elevated track and how it's supported. Could share an explanation how you did it and what materials were used?

  • @tczephyr3665
    @tczephyr3665 2 года назад

    Just grab an old toothbrush and scrub out the bits and you’re done in two or three minutes

  • @ilarcl620
    @ilarcl620 2 года назад

    Hello 👋 do you have Facebook or Instagram? God bless you 🥰😊

  • @BlueTrane2028
    @BlueTrane2028 2 года назад

    Where do I get the C shaped fork thing?

  • @jonsmith4669
    @jonsmith4669 2 года назад

    I'm in the UK and have been using Lionel mostly S/H prewar as new stuff is not available only if it is imported and that's too expensive, more than doubles the price. Anyway I bought a S/H Penn flyer set with Fastrack oval and I'm very impressed ,so quick easy to put together and had no problems so have bought some more brand new Fastrack on UK eBay, including 3 remote switches , extremely rare new or S/H on UK eBay. I jumped at the chance. good price too.... So will see how it all goes as regards switches, what I want to know is can these switches be automated like the old no 22 tubular track ones? they work great on a single line loop each end. the loco wheel makes the contact across the join and throws the switch ...magic...! I have a problem with the CW80 controller ,the whistle button doesn't work even if I reverse the wires....there is nothing wrong with the whistle,I tested it with a 9 v battery across the track ,this is the newer air whistle type not the heavy old solenoid one. cant test the bell as the loco doesn't have one. Loco runs very well , very quiet can motor...I'm used to the heavy noisy old AC motors.....and tubular track which can be a real pain if its S/H rusty and bent...My S/H.Fastrack works fine, thus far, Merry Christmas from UK!

  • @MNShooting
    @MNShooting 2 года назад

    Just got the polar express set for my 3 year old. Looking forward to building this with him over the years. Thank you for this video.

  • @gstephengoss1
    @gstephengoss1 2 года назад

    Great job. I use Lionel Fastrack also. I didn’t have a problem building the bridge . My problem is the wiring. When you lift your bridge does stop the locomotives on each side of the lift. If you can help would appreciated it. Thanks

    • @olmstead25
      @olmstead25 3 месяца назад

      I would recommend isolating the track a few feet on either end of the bridge. Then put a switch on your bridge that applies power to the isolated section of track when the bridge is in place. That way if you go through when the train is on the other end of the layout it does not have to stop, but if it approaches the opened bridge it will stop when it hits the isolated section of track.