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I think we are wired a certain way about our love for trains and miniature railroads...best place to start is visit a local club and see what goes on there.

@@jsarkozy Thanks for the advice.

@@ZadunRoss We went off the deep end during the pandemic in 2020. My student loans were put on hold and instead of putting that money somewhere else, we put it towards trains and started making our backyard railroad piece by piece. We weren’t able to visit an existing railroad at that time, but RUclips, Facebook groups, and phone calls to companies like Titan Trains and Accu-tie really helped us find our way. But one of the reasons we started our channel was to help others find more info and ideas etc. But back to your main question, we liked trains but we really wanted to ride ON our train! So we looked into backyard railroading. 😊

Because we wanted to customize.

@@minnesotaeerailroad8471 Thank you for your reply.

@@followinghim5194 Yeah, not totally sure, but I think the set screw was not set deep enough. But after setting it deeper in a new spot on the axel (because I couldn’t find the existing set hole), we have been back in business, no problem. Are we still happy with Plum Cove? Yeah! We have no reason to steer anyone away from them. 👍

@@minnesotaeerailroad8471 Thank you for your reply and time. your videos and content are Relly done well, they are very helpful for me who is only in the beginning dreaming stages of starting my own 7 1/2' Ga railroad. your videos show clearly how you built the track and your engine. they show a path to getting started in this hobby,

@@followinghim5194 I had purchased the solid sticks of plastic and cut those to length, first. Then I bought Accurate-tie ties later and used both products. So every other tie on our layout is technically different. But if I had to do it again, I’d just go with 7 5/8 Accu-tie ties. Rail: I purchased Midwest Scale Rail namely because they were close enough for just a couple hour ride round trip. So I saved on shipping. But between the 2 styles of rail, I’m not sold that either one makes any real big difference, at least for our application.

@@minnesotaeerailroad8471 Thank you for your time and great explanation of your process.

@@followinghim5194 After using a couple options for ties, I have to let people know that Accu-tie ties were the way to go for us. The cost is not bad in my opinion and the track gauge comes built in. As far as aluminum rail, we have 2 types and neither would make or break each other. We have lots of videos trying to share our learning along the way if you’re interested. Good luck!

@@robertkosar7420 Excellent!!

I have a link in the description for the rail we got. Otherwise, you might start your search at Accu-tie’s website or you might check out the ‘for sale’ section of Discover Live Steam’s site.

@@agwinston Thanks!

@@mierimageaerials It’s about a 190’ loop plus 10’ in front of the station at the moment.

@@minnesotaeerailroad8471 Nice! I just measured my proposed layout and it’ll be about 210’

Hey, thanks for the kind words and we’re glad you’re into it! Ties: We went with solid plastic because we could pick them up, no shipping, and they have somewhat of a benefit with their weight. But all said and done, you’re right! The molded Accu-tie ties are the way to go, no question.

⁠@@minnesotaeerailroad8471👍🏼. Thank you!!! I appreciate the feedback!

Hey, thanks!

Hey, Gary! Nice to meet you and thanks for the background! Very cool!

I wish! But we have yet to make it to our OWN local spot, St. Croix!

Gotcha... I am making more of an effort this summer to visit my local club and another one not too far away. Get warmed up for TM

Yes, more rest than drama 👍👍

Coming soon! 😂😂

Oh yeah, sounds like a plan 😂👍

Thanks, Stan!!

One of those “I’ve made it in life” moments 😂❤️

Ha! Yeah, sorry for the trickery 😂

@@minnesotaeerailroad8471 🤣🤣🤣 no trickery, I just took it literally. This was more fun..

Hi! I am glad to say that we have NOT had any problems! But as stated in the video, there might be some clubs that won’t let you run if your couplers are painted. So think hard about that kind of thing before painting. Good luck!!

@minnesotaeerailroad8471 Thank you for your quick response. Good info to have.

Sure thing. Send an email with questions and we’ll do our best to help. 👍

@@minnesotaeerailroad8471 Thanks Erik. I was wondering if the square tubing that you are using is 1”x2” and what thickness or gauge. Also, the length of the tubing between the wheels that sits on the bolster. 8”? And also, the the length of the tube that overhangs each side of the wheels. I’m guessing maybe 14” or 16”. I did hear you say your riding car was 5ft. That’s a good length. I just received my trucks and couplers yesterday. I’m excited to get going on the cars. One more thing, I’m looking for an aluminum rail supplier close by. Thanks again Erick. I just received

See this video for our frames. Be sure to read descriptions for all our videos 👍 ruclips.net/video/vCLsxCSjllw/видео.htmlsi=3K2nsRZwhl_tzwMy

Midwest Scale Rail out of WI is what we used. See this video… ruclips.net/video/C4SozLTZZZ0/видео.htmlsi=xehj6NQkaS6P6SjH

Thanks!

I get the tape measure out in the video 👍

Thanks, buddy!

Be sure to check the links etc. in all our videos! Lots of info! Here’s our entire playlist for our backyard railroad adventures! Thanks for checking us out 👍 ruclips.net/p/PLn4tsoI7jYMQXBtzgiCSis7myAN8cnmNt&si=QtzdVzlOmvXPl_Wf

They grab just right and 3 years into this project, no issues 👍 Thanks though!

Thanks!

Thanks!

@minnesotaeerailroad8471 u are welcome I subscribed to your channel I love trains

He says, “Thanks, Stan!”

Thanks!

Thanks!! ❤️❤️

Yeah, he’s a hoot! …Thanks!

He reminded me of my son. Fun times!!!@@minnesotaeerailroad8471

😂😂 I guess that’s what it’s all about!

Ya never know 🤷‍♂️👍

Thanks!!

Thanks!!

Thanks!!

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