Train wheels don't rely on the flanges much. They rely on being tapered so the whole vehicle self centres. It also works as a differential for corners.
I love that someone else was out there doing the same thing! I kind of wish this could become a whole industry for people who wanna chill and see some cool scenery.
It will, this is like the 3rd video to come up on my feed in the past few months of people riding on homemade carts on abandoned tracks. Give it a few years and I bet this stretch of track will be full of DIYer's fighting for track space on their little go cart trains.
Need conical wheels, they will keep you on track without the flanges rubbing constantly, the flanges are mainly to prevent derailing from turns and bumps. It will also reduce the stress on the wheels. Your best bet is probably to either weld some cones and the support structures or buy the specially made wheels. If you somehow got a hold of 4 of the right type of rims, you could cut them in half and they'd be pretty easy to mount. Some cheap go-kart rims would work.
Yeah, I expected that to be a problem when they tried to turn, but the way the video is cut, I'm not sure they ever even made it to a significant turn.
i can't believe guy that wasted so much time didn't google or watch single 10 minute long video how train wheels work, he could make just long cones and not worry about track gauge
@@RadzPrower I did some minor research using context clues from the video to figure out where they started, which was from Dos Cabezas, maps.app.goo.gl/BKNF2Cxmc7vzX2k4A. (At 10:19 you can see the water tower and track switch in the background). From there they headed two miles in the opposite direction from the water tower, so roughly North-West. Their journey ended roughly here at the Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge Parking, maps.app.goo.gl/ULkeTEJnPb2YeMnu7. And indeed there are no significant turns on that route, only minor curves. The real challenge would have come a bit further up the track with a significant almost 180 degree curve
Railway wheels have a conical profile to counter centrifugal forces at turns. Also it helps with improve the stability and tendency for the wheels to oscillate. Maybe worth considering next time.
Right, train wheel designs are qualified to be used on train tracks…kinda like how certain submarines are designed and built within standard specifications.
@@prestongoes ⚠ God has said in the Quran: 🔵 { O mankind, worship your Lord, who created you and those before you, that you may become righteous - ( 2:21 ) 🔴 [He] who made for you the earth a bed [spread out] and the sky a ceiling and sent down from the sky, rain and brought forth thereby fruits as provision for you. So do not attribute to Allah equals while you know [that there is nothing similar to Him]. ( 2:22 ) 🔵 And if you are in doubt about what We have sent down upon Our Servant [Muhammad], then produce a surah the like thereof and call upon your witnesses other than Allah, if you should be truthful. ( 2:23 ) 🔴 But if you do not - and you will never be able to - then fear the Fire, whose fuel is men and stones, prepared for the disbelievers.( 2:24 ) 🔵 And give good tidings to those who believe and do righteous deeds that they will have gardens [in Paradise] beneath which rivers flow. Whenever they are provided with a provision of fruit therefrom, they will say, "This is what we were provided with before." And it is given to them in likeness. And they will have therein purified spouses, and they will abide therein eternally. ( 2:25 ) ⚠ Quran
Having no solder experience nor heavy tools and absolutely ZERO workshop, I still want to make a railbike from an old bike to bike some good old railroads around here, possible with a motor attached ... Guys like you give me hope though. And inspiration! Thanks!
Ya know, they sell train cart wheels for way cheaper than that, even without switching to polyurethane. 3 minutes of searching, and I found a set some for $26 a pop on Zoro Select, and sets of 4 for a similar price elsewhere. I think you could redo this project with proper train wheels for less than the cost of replacing the engine. This is an awesome project, and it would be a shame to give up, when you're so close to success! One other idea: you could easily incorporate some friction brakes, applied either directly to the wheels, or to the track. One final thing to mention: it probably wouldn't be extremely difficult to devise a "reverse gear," if you switched from a chain to a tensionable belt-based system.
I agree with the tension belts, but I also think more complexity probably isn't the thing you want many miles from help, in the desert especially. +1 to Train wheels though. Even the $200 ones are cheaper than doing all that work when you value your own time.
Also, train wheels have a specific geometry that keeps them on the track using a solid axle and mirrored bevels on them. The flange on the outside it just a safety in case something goes wrong with the wheels tracking.
@@1SweetPete I agree about added complexity being liability, especially in a remote, inhospitable environment, but part of the appeal of the idea I mentioned that I didn't expound upon is the ease of repair of such a system. A belt is easier to replace than a gear chain, and you can carry multiple sets with basically no extra weight. Hell, a leather belt could be used in a pinch in most such set-ups. Also, with the right set of belts, you can cut entire sections of the drive-train out if they give you problems. I've seen "bamboo carts" that use a similar idea that can be completely dismantled and removed from the track in SECONDS, axles, platform and engine in separate pieces, with a slip on belt. It's reduced complexity, when you take into account chains and adjusting tension.
@@FeedMeAQuarter Indeed. The beveled wheels and flange were critical to making modern trains safe and workable. There's a lot of theory behind such a seemingly simple concept.
honestly for what its worth i feel like they could even just make some wheels out of some scrap plywood and patience, as long as its round and vaguely in a trail wheel shape (and not made out of what appears to be the crappiest cast metal available...)
Please pleeease film your next trial! I just loved the story! No lies there, I had goose bumps watching this video. I lived the adventure with you guys! And hats off to Mo for being THAT friend that pushes you not to stop
Probably one of the most entertaining videos ever! No joke! Please continue on with this crazy but fun endeavor of yours! I along with thousands of others want to travel with you across the great trestle!
The BEST integration of a Sponsorship Ad I have EVER seen! You should give lectures to other RUclips Creators on how NOT to piss off their loyal viewers! Not ONLY do I feel more positive about the channel, but also about Shopify!!!
Yeah it was actually entertaining and made me want do download shopify lol 😂 most of the time I just skip past youtubers ads but this one made me want to watch. More youtubers should do this
Absolutely do this again. I really want you getting to the impossible bridge, that would be epic. Also you should hit up any of the guys from the Safety Third podcast to help you with the engineery bits
If you would like to try this again, I will give you a bit of info, train wheels aren't actually designed that way. There is a slight curve between the riding part of the wheel, and the flange. meaning it can navigate curves easier. the best thing to do is to rebuild the wheels entirely, because even without the broken wheels, it would have been very hard to navigate the curved without banging them up. If you need more context on wheel designs, search up a picture of railroad wheels and you will see what I mean.
I love when creators actually put effort into their sponsorships when they do that I never skip them, and it actually makes me think about the service.
you should totally do this again! when you do, i suggest using brake drums for the wheels. they’re all one part, and you can find them for pretty cheap!
Showed up in my recommended... glad I watched!! Don't know if I was just too high or what, but your singing had me waking up my wife by laughing too loud😂😂
I've never had a favorite content creator, but seeing that you uploaded a new video really makes my day. Thank you for continuing to do what we all enjoy here
Jeff Bridges in the photo, as an editor, I approve 😂 Also, just wanted to say I love your videos. The songs you create, the mission you go on, you really inspire me man, can't imagine how long these videos take, thank you so much for all your hard work 🙏
Legendary concept man! Seen this guy rolling around on railroad karts on Instagram and I knew if someone with a lot of knowledge about youtube content would try this, it could turn into an absolute banger! You did it! 🎉 Keep it up!
There are a lot of folks who rattle through pretending to know what they are doing on here. This however was so great to watch. Seemed like the out of the box gearing worked great
that is amazing. A very bit of advice, train wheels are conic for a good reason. If you want to go faster without issues, is a must. I wish you a lot of fun!
You guys are awesome. Love your songs with clever lyrics! I admire your determination. Thank you for the inspirational talk to "not give up". Well done guys. (Sorry,the comment was meant for the vid where you get to the bridge).
One thing you could have done to improve the wheels to keep centered.. is to make it them conically shaped so that they will move themselves towards the center when they wander off, or you come a cross a curve.
Do it again! I'm into trains, and I've seen these types of videos, so I really want you to see this in person. Even though I live in Canada, I still have the internet to see it.😊❤
13:41 I've said this before and I'll say it again. THIS IS WHY I WATCH YOUR VIDEOS! Even though you didn't succeed the goal, you uploaded the video. Other RUclipsrs *_only_* upload their successes, so the moment you hit play, there's no suspense. But with your videos, I never know if you'll make it or not!! Which makes the ones you do succeed, that much sweeter. Take care buddy! Looking forward to the next video!
And yes, I want to see a part 2!!! ( I'm saying this in a reply so people who read the comments before/while watching the video, don't know the outcome )
Okay holy dang. You and I are newly instagram pals but I hadn't watched a full one of your videos until now. I have a best bud who I go build natural dams with and drink beverages. Some kind of obsession with scouting great stream locations, altering the ecosystem, shooting for the highest water level differential before it gets dark, before ultimately destroying our dam so we don't actually ruin too much of the earth. This video seems to have that energy and now I'm gonna go watch the rest of your entire catalog, thanks, very great, goood job.
Hi PP, I just want to say that this video ,and all your videos, are tremendously entertaining! The way you stay positive within all that trial and error, that you not only solve, but embrace it the video. It allows the viewer to ride every wave and take us along for your journey in a way that even the biggest RUclipsrs can’t do. I can’t wait for you to eventually venture across that bridge and for your new posts in 2024!
For the next try, train cart wheels actually have a bit smaller diameter on the outside-most part of the cart. this reduces the wear and tear on the cart wheels greatly, as the cart just cradles side to side, which helps it navigate turns with lower pressure and pull on the bolted parts of the wheels. Or you should just put more engines.
I agree you seriously need to do this again. This is one of my favorite videos I have seen this year so far. Can't wait great video with loads of laughs. Great job fellas. Gonna sub so I don't miss any more of you great work. Thanks for sharing.
amazing talent. the major 7th 2 chord riff with autotune and close harmony vocal explaining what had happened was amazing funny. the shopify commercial was sublime. you're engaging the audience in all areas. wow. i love youtube.
I love watching people build stuff because they can. I always see people put a lot of effort into making something that's probably boring and making it entertaining. I really want to see more.
We have a lot of that here in the Philippines. It's one of the transportation of people near our railroads, we've been using that for decades now. We also have a lot of abandoned railways.Yours are a bit modern.
Awesome idea. Rail is almost zero rolling resistance, super efficient. Can you source an old railroad handcar? Big strong platform and wheels. Add the electric motor and the platform is so solid I bet it could take a couple of comfy armchairs and you'll have a great little transporter !!!!
the only thing that would make this better for a basic working machine is to make the wheels conical in shape. this would allow it to dynamically adjust and travel around bends/curves much smoother. even if it's DIY for them to reach said shape, it would be much better than the setup used for the wheels here.
Wow this whole video made me feel less alone, you approached this project almost exactly like I approach my projects, and I have been working on a predator 212 minibike project and the entire time I've just been failing forward exactly like you lol
I really hope the next time you do a project, you remember the time you lost an entire day because you refused to find a set of railroad tracks near your house to slap a tape measure on.
I love that he’s got Eric on speed dial. To be fair, if my friend texted me late at night that they needed help loading their homemade train track car onto a trailer I’d be very interested to come help
I also love bridges so I would love to see you try again. And it would be dope if you branded it something clever like you did with the Scootcase, I loved that!! And no lie, I just so happen to be wearing my put more engines shirt today.
Alright this is the first video of yours I've come across. I came for the train track go-kart, I'm staying and returning for the custom songs. Keep up the great work!
I don't know how I found this channel but I watched a couple of videos because you really remind me of one of my best friends and I love that energy. Now I'm just here for the fun of it all. To your continued success! ❤
Yes, definitely do this again. TIP: I noticed you were using cylindrical wheels (bc they’re cheaper ik) but that might be why they broke down so easily. If you git conical wheels it’ll be more stable on the track. Just look up a youtube video of why train wheels aren’t flat.
Why do i get the feeling you were the kind of guy who a lot of people said no to as a younger person. Because of this you always try to achieve everything without asking for help
I can't tell you how long I've wanted to build a railcart and go exploring abandoned tracks. Sadly in the UK there aren't all that many left as abandoned rails either eventually get built over or turned into trails. Still, there's a binch in Yorkshire so I've heard! Great video, smashing build and interesting railways! P.s. the music video of the mistake was brilliant. fair play for owning up to the sort of mistake most have made but won't own up to 😂 I think I'd have just had a trantrum😢, stuck the seats on the other eay around and called it a day. What, me, lazy?!
Just loved the 'Commercial' w/ the Cop. As well as Yr dancing and all these tunes. Best discovery on RUclips for a long time. Really good vibes! Way to go 🤩👍
I have no idea how this video has not become #1 on trending. you're my favourite RUclipsr because you keep on surprising, and even make a video out of it even if it doesn't go to plan Keep making great content.
RUclips has a problem as the video documents a felony crime now classified as domestic terrorism by Homeland Security. It is felony trespass and interfering with transportation. Clearly the line isn't in service and it should be fine but the federal government doesn't have a sense of humor. The video can get RUclips into legal trouble and the creator put in prison. It is a stupid situation, but pirating the rails is highly illegal.
This video came up randomly on my RUclips home page, and I am so glad that it did! Easily the best content/entertainment I have seen in ages.. I love the Bill Nye vibe with the 56.5 inches song lol! Did you ever make it to the bridge in another video? Keep up the great work, and I look forward to watching more of your videos :)
If you ever need to find the width of railroad tracks, just measure the distance across the rears of two horses plus a beam in between. Thanks Chariots for still be relevant to this day!
You definitely have to try this again!! Still one of the most entertaining stories, even though it didn’t turn out as expected 🔥
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Absolutely agree, I gotta see more of this awesome adventure!
Yes!!!
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Train wheels don't rely on the flanges much. They rely on being tapered so the whole vehicle self centres. It also works as a differential for corners.
Yes 👍 those flat wheels are no good
It might be better described as a limited slip differential. Too much corner (like a spiral) could stop it being very effective.
My first thought the second I saw those wheels. Might work okay in a straight line. The second you come to a bend, though...
So much knowlege 😂
second this, I was trying to find a way to communicate this also.
I love that someone else was out there doing the same thing! I kind of wish this could become a whole industry for people who wanna chill and see some cool scenery.
It will, this is like the 3rd video to come up on my feed in the past few months of people riding on homemade carts on abandoned tracks.
Give it a few years and I bet this stretch of track will be full of DIYer's fighting for track space on their little go cart trains.
Imagine people throwing miniature steam engines on their carts. That would be so coal
In Belgium we have something like that, 14 km (8.70 mi) of abandoned railway and small karts.
But no engine, it's pedal powered !
It's illegal
Finding another group of people who also built a go-cart train wearing top hats is the greatest plot twist ever 😂
They found the higher level players 😂
Am I the only one who was expecting a train to appear out of nowhere and smash into him, like in the old cartoons.
Yes, psycho 😂
You're not the only one.
No
No I think that to
Merry Christmas Eve
Need conical wheels, they will keep you on track without the flanges rubbing constantly, the flanges are mainly to prevent derailing from turns and bumps. It will also reduce the stress on the wheels. Your best bet is probably to either weld some cones and the support structures or buy the specially made wheels. If you somehow got a hold of 4 of the right type of rims, you could cut them in half and they'd be pretty easy to mount. Some cheap go-kart rims would work.
Yeah, I expected that to be a problem when they tried to turn, but the way the video is cut, I'm not sure they ever even made it to a significant turn.
i can't believe guy that wasted so much time didn't google or watch single 10 minute long video how train wheels work, he could make just long cones and not worry about track gauge
Or just buy railbike wheels?
@@Blabus5 Or ensure the difference between 56 inches OD or ID....
@@RadzPrower I did some minor research using context clues from the video to figure out where they started, which was from Dos Cabezas, maps.app.goo.gl/BKNF2Cxmc7vzX2k4A. (At 10:19 you can see the water tower and track switch in the background). From there they headed two miles in the opposite direction from the water tower, so roughly North-West. Their journey ended roughly here at the Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge Parking, maps.app.goo.gl/ULkeTEJnPb2YeMnu7.
And indeed there are no significant turns on that route, only minor curves. The real challenge would have come a bit further up the track with a significant almost 180 degree curve
Railway wheels have a conical profile to counter centrifugal forces at turns. Also it helps with improve the stability and tendency for the wheels to oscillate.
Maybe worth considering next time.
Railway wheels have a conical profile that acts like differential gear in a car when cornering the taper compensates the wheel speed on a fixed axle
Right, train wheel designs are qualified to be used on train tracks…kinda like how certain submarines are designed and built within standard specifications.
this guy's friend is a true friend. He will not let him give-up, and continues to push on with him.
Ur a legend for actually making this. Wanted to do this for so long
Yooooo! Thanks for watching!! Dude it truly fulfilled a childhood dream of mine. I’ve gotta go back
hi...
wait guys I think he make video :)@@Unknown-UserZ3gFsmT987s3
@@prestongoes ⚠ God has said in the Quran:
🔵 { O mankind, worship your Lord, who created you and those before you, that you may become righteous - ( 2:21 )
🔴 [He] who made for you the earth a bed [spread out] and the sky a ceiling and sent down from the sky, rain and brought forth thereby fruits as provision for you. So do not attribute to Allah equals while you know [that there is nothing similar to Him]. ( 2:22 )
🔵 And if you are in doubt about what We have sent down upon Our Servant [Muhammad], then produce a surah the like thereof and call upon your witnesses other than Allah, if you should be truthful. ( 2:23 )
🔴 But if you do not - and you will never be able to - then fear the Fire, whose fuel is men and stones, prepared for the disbelievers.( 2:24 )
🔵 And give good tidings to those who believe and do righteous deeds that they will have gardens [in Paradise] beneath which rivers flow. Whenever they are provided with a provision of fruit therefrom, they will say, "This is what we were provided with before." And it is given to them in likeness. And they will have therein purified spouses, and they will abide therein eternally. ( 2:25 )
⚠ Quran
lmk if you need help building it haha
That sponsorship section was comedy gold. This is my first time watching you and I’m already in love. Keep up the great work !
Same
Honestly had me for a min lol I was like whys he so sketchy, then you hear shopify like oh XD
That's got to be the best sponsor i've ever seen.
So it would seem.
7:25
Same
I am using sponsor block and upon reading this, I watched the ad and I love it!
I feel my knowledge of engineering is way more advanced than I previously thought
Having no solder experience nor heavy tools and absolutely ZERO workshop, I still want to make a railbike from an old bike to bike some good old railroads around here, possible with a motor attached ...
Guys like you give me hope though. And inspiration! Thanks!
Ya know, they sell train cart wheels for way cheaper than that, even without switching to polyurethane. 3 minutes of searching, and I found a set some for $26 a pop on Zoro Select, and sets of 4 for a similar price elsewhere. I think you could redo this project with proper train wheels for less than the cost of replacing the engine. This is an awesome project, and it would be a shame to give up, when you're so close to success! One other idea: you could easily incorporate some friction brakes, applied either directly to the wheels, or to the track. One final thing to mention: it probably wouldn't be extremely difficult to devise a "reverse gear," if you switched from a chain to a tensionable belt-based system.
I agree with the tension belts, but I also think more complexity probably isn't the thing you want many miles from help, in the desert especially.
+1 to Train wheels though.
Even the $200 ones are cheaper than doing all that work when you value your own time.
Also, train wheels have a specific geometry that keeps them on the track using a solid axle and mirrored bevels on them. The flange on the outside it just a safety in case something goes wrong with the wheels tracking.
@@1SweetPete I agree about added complexity being liability, especially in a remote, inhospitable environment, but part of the appeal of the idea I mentioned that I didn't expound upon is the ease of repair of such a system. A belt is easier to replace than a gear chain, and you can carry multiple sets with basically no extra weight. Hell, a leather belt could be used in a pinch in most such set-ups. Also, with the right set of belts, you can cut entire sections of the drive-train out if they give you problems. I've seen "bamboo carts" that use a similar idea that can be completely dismantled and removed from the track in SECONDS, axles, platform and engine in separate pieces, with a slip on belt. It's reduced complexity, when you take into account chains and adjusting tension.
@@FeedMeAQuarter Indeed. The beveled wheels and flange were critical to making modern trains safe and workable. There's a lot of theory behind such a seemingly simple concept.
honestly for what its worth i feel like they could even just make some wheels out of some scrap plywood and patience, as long as its round and vaguely in a trail wheel shape (and not made out of what appears to be the crappiest cast metal available...)
You already know what I’m gonna say… PUT MORE ENGINES!!!
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Time for a "Tim The Tool Man" upgrade!
McDeezy you dawg!
@@Dell-Backtake the v8 from his pencil sharpener and youre good to go. there and back in only 30 gallons!
Please pleeease film your next trial! I just loved the story! No lies there, I had goose bumps watching this video. I lived the adventure with you guys! And hats off to Mo for being THAT friend that pushes you not to stop
Probably one of the most entertaining videos ever! No joke! Please continue on with this crazy but fun endeavor of yours! I along with thousands of others want to travel with you across the great trestle!
The BEST integration of a Sponsorship Ad I have EVER seen!
You should give lectures to other RUclips Creators on how NOT to piss off their loyal viewers!
Not ONLY do I feel more positive about the channel, but also about Shopify!!!
Am I the only one who’s expecting for the song he made😂
i deadass thought he was gonna be arrested 💀
i normally fast forward the sponsor bits but this i had to see bloody spot on
why would he be using a flashlight during the day bru1@@spungbopscarepans
Yeah it was actually entertaining and made me want do download shopify lol 😂 most of the time I just skip past youtubers ads but this one made me want to watch. More youtubers should do this
You got to TRULY appreciate friends like that. Ones who don’t let you quit when you hit that unexpected wall. Mad respect
This is the very definition of someone’s reach exceeding their grasp…love the effort; keep going, you’ll get there!
OMG, your sawngs have me lawling... the music/dance cut aways you do are so freakin hilarious!
Absolutely do this again. I really want you getting to the impossible bridge, that would be epic. Also you should hit up any of the guys from the Safety Third podcast to help you with the engineery bits
i second this!
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@@ZXPHYR- I safety third this
6:33 OMG PRESTON THAT WAS SO GOOD
love how his friend just casually committed a federal crime to promote shopify
I knew a couple of guys who built railroad Go-Karts 50 years ago. At that time most of the trains around here never used the tracks on Sunday.
preston's hyper focused drone flying face with his tongue all over the place always cracks me up
lol
If you would like to try this again, I will give you a bit of info, train wheels aren't actually designed that way. There is a slight curve between the riding part of the wheel, and the flange. meaning it can navigate curves easier. the best thing to do is to rebuild the wheels entirely, because even without the broken wheels, it would have been very hard to navigate the curved without banging them up. If you need more context on wheel designs, search up a picture of railroad wheels and you will see what I mean.
the wheels failed because they are cast pot petal.
Agreed the wheels need a "V" shape to be self centering and not risk jumping the track along curves
@scientificuppercut yeh but even if they hadn't failed like that, without the proper design he would never have made it past any curves and turns
That transition from a police pullover to an ad was so smooth 😂
I love when creators actually put effort into their sponsorships when they do that I never skip them, and it actually makes me think about the service.
you should totally do this again! when you do, i suggest using brake drums for the wheels. they’re all one part, and you can find them for pretty cheap!
The wheel still need to be sloped so that there's not too much friction and/or the train derailes
@@tailstechvideos2327that's why it's good to use drumbrakes because some designs are awfully similar to train wheels
@@Mrbotlegmechanibruh no. Just buy railbike wheels.. like $100 for 4
@@joel.ha. you can get four Chevy cavalier brake drums (they're the best suited for this From what I can tell) for forty dollars
@@LNERJ15 oh damn that would be better youre right
Wildly impressed by the quality of this content. It's so good! The ideas, editing, music, vibes, dedication. Amazing.
You are livin your best life for all of us other dudes.... doin' dumb (ie fun) sh*t and havin a blast. never stop doing this!
Showed up in my recommended... glad I watched!! Don't know if I was just too high or what, but your singing had me waking up my wife by laughing too loud😂😂
I don’t think I’m the only one who wants to see a part 2! I’m ready for it
I've never had a favorite content creator, but seeing that you uploaded a new video really makes my day. Thank you for continuing to do what we all enjoy here
🥹🥹🥹
"the wheels are going in the opposit direction" killed me
Every youtuber should do every sponsor like this
This shopify sponsor was so fun and enjoyable unlike normally when youtubers yap about sponsors
Jeff Bridges in the photo, as an editor, I approve 😂 Also, just wanted to say I love your videos. The songs you create, the mission you go on, you really inspire me man, can't imagine how long these videos take, thank you so much for all your hard work 🙏
The fact that you saw Jeff made my night hahaha thank you so much!! Such a blast making this one, glad you enjoyed it 🫡
only editors catch the small things haha @@prestongoes
Legendary concept man! Seen this guy rolling around on railroad karts on Instagram and I knew if someone with a lot of knowledge about youtube content would try this, it could turn into an absolute banger! You did it! 🎉 Keep it up!
I saw a guy do this 2 years ago (the name of yt is whydotas)
There are a lot of folks who rattle through pretending to know what they are doing on here. This however was so great to watch. Seemed like the out of the box gearing worked great
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make a part 2 where you do this again. I would absolutely love to see you guys make it to the bridge. Keep up the great work.
This man is literally the best RUclipsr on the entire platform.
yeah whats up with that XD. Also here before this blows up
Fr he’s so underrated!
true that
bannana
that is amazing. A very bit of advice, train wheels are conic for a good reason. If you want to go faster without issues, is a must. I wish you a lot of fun!
Trains are made entirely with metal for a reason. Friction and vibration will shake apart any materials less dense/hard than the tracks. Fun though.
You guys are awesome. Love your songs with clever lyrics! I admire your determination. Thank you for the inspirational talk to "not give up". Well done guys. (Sorry,the comment was meant for the vid where you get to the bridge).
One thing you could have done to improve the wheels to keep centered.. is to make it them conically shaped so that they will move themselves towards the center when they wander off, or you come a cross a curve.
"A lot of it felt like adult LEGOs, like just connecting things to other things," that... that is engineering in a nutshell.
not for the engineer who engineers the parts itself😄
It's creative play in a nutshell. Engineering is a science. You need both to make something that works.
Do it again! I'm into trains, and I've seen these types of videos, so I really want you to see this in person. Even though I live in Canada, I still have the internet to see it.😊❤
6:36 I knew something was off when home boy pulled up with a flash light in hand during broad day light. 😂
13:41 I've said this before and I'll say it again. THIS IS WHY I WATCH YOUR VIDEOS! Even though you didn't succeed the goal, you uploaded the video. Other RUclipsrs *_only_* upload their successes, so the moment you hit play, there's no suspense.
But with your videos, I never know if you'll make it or not!! Which makes the ones you do succeed, that much sweeter.
Take care buddy! Looking forward to the next video!
And yes, I want to see a part 2!!!
( I'm saying this in a reply so people who read the comments before/while watching the video, don't know the outcome )
Does shopify bonus you for having amazing commercials? Literally have never skipped one.
Those people you came across were DEFINITELY supervillians looking for lost gold
The musical interludes have me ROLLING 😂
Okay holy dang. You and I are newly instagram pals but I hadn't watched a full one of your videos until now.
I have a best bud who I go build natural dams with and drink beverages. Some kind of obsession with scouting great stream locations, altering the ecosystem, shooting for the highest water level differential before it gets dark, before ultimately destroying our dam so we don't actually ruin too much of the earth. This video seems to have that energy and now I'm gonna go watch the rest of your entire catalog, thanks, very great, goood job.
the sponsor part was so awesome! It's the first time I didn't cringe when watching a sponsor-message. Good Job Dude! :)
Hi PP, I just want to say that this video ,and all your videos, are tremendously entertaining! The way you stay positive within all that trial and error, that you not only solve, but embrace it the video. It allows the viewer to ride every wave and take us along for your journey in a way that even the biggest RUclipsrs can’t do. I can’t wait for you to eventually venture across that bridge and for your new posts in 2024!
Legendary experience so far, I'm loving this video.
Truly an inspiration!
Your content is so underrated Preston, thanks for putting out good stuff all year! 2024 is gonna be your year. Merry Christmas
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Please make another video on this, this was an awesome idea and I would love to see it work
For the next try, train cart wheels actually have a bit smaller diameter on the outside-most part of the cart. this reduces the wear and tear on the cart wheels greatly, as the cart just cradles side to side, which helps it navigate turns with lower pressure and pull on the bolted parts of the wheels.
Or you should just put more engines.
It would be even more cooler if the Delorean time machine was on the tracks.
How is this dude not already famous??? Amazing project and the songs are ridiculous.
This dude about to be the #1 cause of abandoned railway accidents involving DIY cars
Finally. The ONE comment I've seen so far that sees the sheer idiocy here.
I agree you seriously need to do this again. This is one of my favorite videos I have seen this year so far. Can't wait great video with loads of laughs. Great job fellas. Gonna sub so I don't miss any more of you great work. Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely loved this, had a smile on the entire time! I really enjoyed your songs lol thank you for brightening up my day.
amazing talent. the major 7th 2 chord riff with autotune and close harmony vocal explaining what had happened was amazing funny. the shopify commercial was sublime. you're engaging the audience in all areas. wow. i love youtube.
I love watching people build stuff because they can. I always see people put a lot of effort into making something that's probably boring and making it entertaining. I really want to see more.
bro that ad placement was prime
How to video with personality! Very original! This guy isn't an artist. He's an ARtiest!
We have a lot of that here in the Philippines. It's one of the transportation of people near our railroads, we've been using that for decades now. We also have a lot of abandoned railways.Yours are a bit modern.
Awesome idea. Rail is almost zero rolling resistance, super efficient. Can you source an old railroad handcar? Big strong platform and wheels. Add the electric motor and the platform is so solid I bet it could take a couple of comfy armchairs and you'll have a great little transporter !!!!
the only thing that would make this better for a basic working machine is to make the wheels conical in shape. this would allow it to dynamically adjust and travel around bends/curves much smoother. even if it's DIY for them to reach said shape, it would be much better than the setup used for the wheels here.
Wow this whole video made me feel less alone, you approached this project almost exactly like I approach my projects, and I have been working on a predator 212 minibike project and the entire time I've just been failing forward exactly like you lol
I really hope the next time you do a project, you remember the time you lost an entire day because you refused to find a set of railroad tracks near your house to slap a tape measure on.
Yes... as I di many times when I finally got it right as a young person. I think the video was more about hits..
Bro! That was actually so fun!! You definitely need to do another one.
Bro understood the assignment, then went to the desert anyway
The ad for shopafiy was the best ad I’ve seen😂
I love that he’s got Eric on speed dial. To be fair, if my friend texted me late at night that they needed help loading their homemade train track car onto a trailer I’d be very interested to come help
An amazing piece of content to wrap up a wild year! Great work man - can’t wait to see what you hatch up for 2024!
You need to try and cross that bridge again. Just a small video about it, PLEASE!!!! I beg you!! 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺
I’m a locomotive engineer and thought this was great. The “off-roading” wasn’t bad either. Great job!
I also love bridges so I would love to see you try again. And it would be dope if you branded it something clever like you did with the Scootcase, I loved that!! And no lie, I just so happen to be wearing my put more engines shirt today.
Bro slowly becoming mark rober 😅
Alright this is the first video of yours I've come across. I came for the train track go-kart, I'm staying and returning for the custom songs. Keep up the great work!
I don't know how I found this channel but I watched a couple of videos because you really remind me of one of my best friends and I love that energy. Now I'm just here for the fun of it all. To your continued success! ❤
Wow, thank you! glad you're here!
@@prestongoes Thanks for having me! I'll be on the chair in the corner. :)
Yes, definitely do this again. TIP: I noticed you were using cylindrical wheels (bc they’re cheaper ik) but that might be why they broke down so easily. If you git conical wheels it’ll be more stable on the track. Just look up a youtube video of why train wheels aren’t flat.
Why do i get the feeling you were the kind of guy who a lot of people said no to as a younger person. Because of this you always try to achieve everything without asking for help
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This video has the best ad plug I have ever seen. Honestly impressive.
You care about the railroads more than the railroad companies themselves.
That's pretty nice, I mean they abandoned them but you reutilized them.
Banger baby
Real
I can't tell you how long I've wanted to build a railcart and go exploring abandoned tracks.
Sadly in the UK there aren't all that many left as abandoned rails either eventually get built over or turned into trails. Still, there's a binch in Yorkshire so I've heard!
Great video, smashing build and interesting railways!
P.s. the music video of the mistake was brilliant. fair play for owning up to the sort of mistake most have made but won't own up to 😂
I think I'd have just had a trantrum😢, stuck the seats on the other eay around and called it a day. What, me, lazy?!
This is some Garry's Mod level engineering.
Just loved the 'Commercial' w/ the Cop. As well as Yr dancing and all these tunes. Best discovery on RUclips for a long time. Really good vibes! Way to go 🤩👍
This comment made my day thank you!!!
I have no idea how this video has not become #1 on trending. you're my favourite RUclipsr because you keep on surprising, and even make a video out of it even if it doesn't go to plan Keep making great content.
It was annoying. 15 minute video to not even get halfway to the bridge. They could have at least walked
RUclips has a problem as the video documents a felony crime now classified as domestic terrorism by Homeland Security. It is felony trespass and interfering with transportation. Clearly the line isn't in service and it should be fine but the federal government doesn't have a sense of humor. The video can get RUclips into legal trouble and the creator put in prison. It is a stupid situation, but pirating the rails is highly illegal.
Trending? For what? A dude made something that had at least 10 different things wrong with it from the start.
@@pootispiker2866 He probably copied another RUclipsr's similar idea and build called NTD Racing
Most creative RUclipsr
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This video came up randomly on my RUclips home page, and I am so glad that it did! Easily the best content/entertainment I have seen in ages.. I love the Bill Nye vibe with the 56.5 inches song lol! Did you ever make it to the bridge in another video? Keep up the great work, and I look forward to watching more of your videos :)
If you ever need to find the width of railroad tracks, just measure the distance across the rears of two horses plus a beam in between. Thanks Chariots for still be relevant to this day!
That is the best sponsored segment ever! love it LOL
Loved the video. The transition into the ad was so smooth, and you somehow made an ad enjoyable! I wish more youtubers did this.
Dude, that was just as good as Bill and Ted's excellent adventure.
how sick would it be to see them collab with those guardian strangers on making a double connected cart to go see the bridge? :D