lmao , so true, its a fact us boys dont grow up, our toys just cost more. Cannot wait to see this project evolve. Subd ! My wifes toys out cost mine... she has a horse....mike drop....lol.
I had a friend who was an aero modeler, he would buy something he wanted like a large scale fuselage that cost 500, he would pay the guy in the shop 450 the day before, and then go in with his wife and buy the thing for "50" 😂
Reminds me of my younger days when my dad and I built our own train layout(HO) in half of our twin door garage. Those were some enjoyable times in putting it up and then running all the different lines on it. I still have all the old HO sets in storage but I don't have the energy or stamina to do my own platform anymore. But I have lots of great memories and watching videos like this brings much of it back to me again!
@@markrawls2798 Yeah Mark, my dad passed too. We didn't have much in common with the exception of a love for trains of any kind and size. So every time I see a train show or a nice layout like this one, my first thought is of him and the times we spent together building our layout.
This is an AMAZING SPACE! What a great foundation for big plans! I would have loved to have seen a glimpse of the proposed model plans to get a sense of scale, maybe share them in your next video? THANKS!
I have come into a revival of interest in model railroading again since I'm nearing completion of my college degree, and this video has me extremely excited to see more, and I look forward to watching this project come to fruition. Some day I'll be able to start work on my layout, but until then videos and clubs are about all I have. Would be cool to come visit someday. All in all great video and you earned a sub for sure.
Skip the intro 00:50. Hey everyone! Thanks for watching! I see some repeating questions here so I'll try to answer them as best I can: 1. How big is the room? It's approximately 34ft x 42ft (on the short side) x 47ft (on the long side) 2. How big is the train platform? It's approx 28ft x 32ft (on the short side) x 40ft (on the long side) 3. How big are the aisles? The are about 34inches. Not super wide, but adequate for most situations. 4. The benchwork looks too deep so won't it be difficult to reach certain areas easily? Yes, the benchwork results in a reach that is 48" from any edge, which is beyond the generally acceptable 30" maximum, however, the vast majority of track is within the 30", with the remaining area left for scenics. Not the most ideal solution for some, but it helped me meet certain objectives and as we all know, most layouts involve some compromises. Those areas too far to reach (there are two) will have access hatches. I don't expect I'll need to use them much because there are no operations taking place in these areas, only run-throughs. 5. What area and railroad are you modeling? This will be a freelance pike, resembling mountain railroading in the western US. I am a fan and collector of differing road equipment, so doing a prototype model wasn't in the cards.
Suggestion: You may want to get some 1"x4" boards, cut them to fit between the bottom of the side boards to the floor, and screw them on to the legs to help support the weight of those side boards. You may even want to go with some one inch thick plywood and create panels that support the weight carried by the edge boards, tie the legs between a joint together, and create a level surface for both sections where two 4'x8' sections butt up against each other. The idea is to take the weight and sheer force off the nails or screws you're using to tie everything together. EDIT: You may want to go back and add some Simpsons hangers to secure the joints where the boards in the middle are nailed to the boards on the sides. Nailing and/or screwing into end grain isn't the best way to secure those boards.
@@bear1245 Evarard Junction used quite thin and cheap wood for his old layout, and it ended up warping and distorting. That could be a real problem if it happens on this one.
I'm just one guy when I finally had a basement (some years ago) and began a layout about 10 X 13 feet. I am SLOW, after looking at your skills! I got as far as all benchwork, mainline track laid, as well as return loops and hidden staging track...unfortunately life circumstances forced me to abandon. Still? Learned skills for "next time", and your videos show me more ways to do things that will be easier, rather than harder, in future.
This is awesome. Thank you for documenting this process. I have always been fascinated by detailed scale model railroad layouts. And wondered what all goes into their construction. I look forward to following you in this adventure. Congratulations on the addition and the project.
@rcgrabbag Given the space you have, I would have SOOO much fun doing things in N-Scale. Not that I have anything against HO-Scale modelers! I just prefer N-Scale and am drooling over the space you have! With the space you have there, I could anything and everything I've ever dreamed of in N-Scale and have room left over for the LEGO collection as well!
I really like that you used 1x4 for the bench work. I used 1/2x3" and it has been difficult. Whenever I drive in a nail I worry it will either stick out of the side or split my board. Really nice layout.
Rockets, tanks, rc, and railroads, love it. This is an awesome video. Glad I found your channel but surprised it took so long. A lot of work and progress for just one video. I’m subscribed and looking forward to going back to your old videos while I wait for your new ones.
I don't think it's too late to make this change; I would add some diagonal bracing to some of the sections to mitigate lateral collapse of the whole thing. It will probably never come remotely close to carrying the weight required to cause a lateral collapse, but that extra peace of mind is invaluable.
Only problem will be REACHING things! Unless all track is edge oriented and you move worked on module away so it's only 2 foot reach. Great for curve radii!
Roberto, I laughed out loud, that was a good one! I'm going to use that phrase in a conversation for sure. Thanks for watching. I love Italy! One of my favorite countries to visit. I've been there three times!
Welp, with 8ft lengths of 1x4 wood stored on the floor, I'd have to bend down to pick it up anyway, so why not just stay down there and cut it? Diffr'nt strokes...
Just subscribed after seeing this 1st video. I cannot wait to see this expand. I just purchased my first house and I am already trying to figure out how I'm going to start laying out my trains.
$150,000 train garage and doesn’t have a work bench to put the miter saw on!! Lol! Working off the floor is really hard on a person! Thank you for sharing your build with us. Cool project!
Sure it has a workbench...the floor! Lumber is there, chop saw is there, why not cut it there? Workbench came later an it's where I built the giant trestle and other workbenchy stuff. Thanks for watching and stay tuned!
@@Fearless-RG That's a bit beyond the scale of what most people will achieve, barring a few lucky breaks and a lifelong passion. That said, for hobbyists of more modest means there's always smaller scales to work in.
Don't have kids, once you do, there goes the hobby money! Trust me on that one, been there, still doing it! LOL Nope, not having kids, ooh look we can build a nice building. Honey, look it's Positive! Oh shit there goes the model railroad.
Having just commented on the garage build and now watching them all again in the correct order I thought having windows all the way round and the natural light flooding in along with being able to walk all the way round your layout is a fantastic way to go. Even being able to walk right into the layout is brilliant, not sure if its the camera angle but how wide are those three bases? My main base where the terminus station is going is 3' and although I am not short it is still going to be a stretch to reach the back or middle of your layout in your case. Perhaps they look wider in the video or you are a giant. Love watching builds like this, makes me dream it could be me although I am very happy with my layout build when I get the time to work on it. Its actually the planning and the basework part that Im like best of all funnily enough. I guess I change when I get to the next stage. Regards Chris
It's still cool, But model railroading just not like it used to be with most long-time hobby shop establishments long gone out of business. Still have my extended Lionel "Wabash Cannonball" line in the 1/4 basement section. The wife and I currently working on our own version of the "Williams Loop" addition to tie in with the cannonball...Still have plenty room !...Good luck with your layout installation !👍
I just came across this video and it really interested me. I subed and will take a look at any previous videos but really looking forward to watching your progress with this layout. I know your friends will be working alongside when this virus crap gets under control but with a layout that large it seems to me there is a lot to do. Good luck and thanks for the video.
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You are indeed blessed to have such space available, the skills to do this, and a loving wife who supports this! Great work!
There’s more square footage for trains than my 3 bedroom townhome.
Sigh
Just amazing. A Rail fan model train dream come true.
To make the old standby joke. "My greatest fear is that, when I die, my wife will sell my model trains for what I told her they cost."
Dont feel bad my ex wife loved her alcohol so much she spent 32 dollars on beer and vodka using 32 silver dollars.
@@guyazbell7437 i had physical pain from reading that
lmao , so true, its a fact us boys dont grow up, our toys just cost more. Cannot wait to see this project evolve. Subd !
My wifes toys out cost mine... she has a horse....mike drop....lol.
@@guyazbell7437 lol when I was a kid, we spent hand fulls of my friends dads silver quarters, on candy.
@@ickleshouse “The only difference between men and boys is the price of their toys...”
i thought my train shed was big.. this is amazing.. this will be a good one to watch develop
Those windows work soo well. Beautifully lit by the sun. Great placement.
Love your simple construction method, especially those legs. Just realised I overcomplicate things, lol. Looking forward to see how you get on!
Haha thanks Filibert! Good luck on your railroad!
I had a friend who was an aero modeler, he would buy something he wanted like a large scale fuselage that cost 500, he would pay the guy in the shop 450 the day before, and then go in with his wife and buy the thing for "50" 😂
My Dad would just cut the price in half and now I do as well.
That’s hilarious hahaha.
My dad would say "don't tell your mum", now I do the same.
Absolutely genius
@@ollie2244 A famous and timeless line. 😂😊... Miss my Dad ❤
Reminds me of my younger days when my dad and I built our own train layout(HO) in half of our twin door garage. Those were some enjoyable times in putting it up and then running all the different lines on it. I still have all the old HO sets in storage but I don't have the energy or stamina to do my own platform anymore. But I have lots of great memories and watching videos like this brings much of it back to me again!
Same here dude. My dad has past but we had a great time building the HO setup.
@@markrawls2798 Yeah Mark, my dad passed too. We didn't have much in common with the exception of a love for trains of any kind and size. So every time I see a train show or a nice layout like this one, my first thought is of him and the times we spent together building our layout.
This is an AMAZING SPACE! What a great foundation for big plans! I would have loved to have seen a glimpse of the proposed model plans to get a sense of scale, maybe share them in your next video? THANKS!
That vertical launches were incredible!
Quite an undertaking! Every boys dream, lets face it!! Wish I was there to give a hand!
Wow. That’s huge! Nicely done- I’m looking forward to seeing this come together. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks John!
I have come into a revival of interest in model railroading again since I'm nearing completion of my college degree, and this video has me extremely excited to see more, and I look forward to watching this project come to fruition. Some day I'll be able to start work on my layout, but until then videos and clubs are about all I have. Would be cool to come visit someday. All in all great video and you earned a sub for sure.
Thanks Sam! I really appreciate it!
Skip the intro 00:50. Hey everyone! Thanks for watching! I see some repeating questions here so I'll try to answer them as best I can:
1. How big is the room? It's approximately 34ft x 42ft (on the short side) x 47ft (on the long side)
2. How big is the train platform? It's approx 28ft x 32ft (on the short side) x 40ft (on the long side)
3. How big are the aisles? The are about 34inches. Not super wide, but adequate for most situations.
4. The benchwork looks too deep so won't it be difficult to reach certain areas easily? Yes, the benchwork results in a reach that is 48" from any edge, which is beyond the generally acceptable 30" maximum, however, the vast majority of track is within the 30", with the remaining area left for scenics. Not the most ideal solution for some, but it helped me meet certain objectives and as we all know, most layouts involve some compromises. Those areas too far to reach (there are two) will have access hatches. I don't expect I'll need to use them much because there are no operations taking place in these areas, only run-throughs.
5. What area and railroad are you modeling? This will be a freelance pike, resembling mountain railroading in the western US. I am a fan and collector of differing road equipment, so doing a prototype model wasn't in the cards.
With freelance the possibilities are endless. With a great story it can almost be prototypical. ;) Subbed!
The room is 2.75 times larger than my whole house.
Suggestion: You may want to get some 1"x4" boards, cut them to fit between the bottom of the side boards to the floor, and screw them on to the legs to help support the weight of those side boards. You may even want to go with some one inch thick plywood and create panels that support the weight carried by the edge boards, tie the legs between a joint together, and create a level surface for both sections where two 4'x8' sections butt up against each other. The idea is to take the weight and sheer force off the nails or screws you're using to tie everything together.
EDIT: You may want to go back and add some Simpsons hangers to secure the joints where the boards in the middle are nailed to the boards on the sides. Nailing and/or screwing into end grain isn't the best way to secure those boards.
Watch ‘Everard Junction’ on YT he’s a great train & layout modeller.
@@bear1245 Evarard Junction used quite thin and cheap wood for his old layout, and it ended up warping and distorting. That could be a real problem if it happens on this one.
I'm just one guy when I finally had a basement (some years ago) and began a layout about 10 X 13 feet. I am SLOW, after looking at your skills! I got as far as all benchwork, mainline track laid, as well as return loops and hidden staging track...unfortunately life circumstances forced me to abandon. Still? Learned skills for "next time", and your videos show me more ways to do things that will be easier, rather than harder, in future.
What an absolutely amazing start to a humongous sized layout, very jealous...watching with interest 👍
Wow, that’s a great space to have. Can’t wait to see it finished. 👍
Fantastic. Wonderfull if you have as a trainmaniac the opportunity to start all over again from scratch and with such a great empty space.
This is a great project, I can't wait to see how it pans out, thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching Chris!
This is awesome. Thank you for documenting this process. I have always been fascinated by detailed scale model railroad layouts. And wondered what all goes into their construction. I look forward to following you in this adventure. Congratulations on the addition and the project.
Having this much space is like , a dream come true.
If that curve was real it still would be cool.
@rcgrabbag
Given the space you have, I would have SOOO much fun doing things in N-Scale. Not that I have anything against HO-Scale modelers! I just prefer N-Scale and am drooling over the space you have! With the space you have there, I could anything and everything I've ever dreamed of in N-Scale and have room left over for the LEGO collection as well!
OMG you made it look so easy! WOW what an inspiration! I want to move and start my own benchwork now :D
Looks amazing! I can wait to see what you do with it! Your previous layout was amazing.
Can't wait to watch the development. Thanks for sharing.
My goodness what a lot of work, can’t wait to see the railroad build👍
well built. keep up the progress. cheers
Those rockets are so cool. I used to love building rockets and launching them. Brings back memories.
wow, 'real nice work, I like it being sped up and the narration
I'm going to watch part 2
Pretty cool what you did for your club! Hopefully nobody overstays their welcome.
Man, that Garage room is huge !
Wow that bench work looks great!
Thank you!
I’m in the initial stage of considering building a layout and have been thinking about all the different issue for a design, this was very insightful
I really like that you used 1x4 for the bench work. I used 1/2x3" and it has been difficult. Whenever I drive in a nail I worry it will either stick out of the side or split my board.
Really nice layout.
Some people made sourdough. This guy made a model train EMPIRE! 👏👏👏
Can't we have both? Sounds good to me, eating sourdough bread while running the trains.
Love how you Built the Layout I Bet Doin N Scale would Be Quite the Thing.
Rockets, tanks, rc, and railroads, love it. This is an awesome video. Glad I found your channel but surprised it took so long. A lot of work and progress for just one video. I’m subscribed and looking forward to going back to your old videos while I wait for your new ones.
Thanks Derek, stay tuned!
Well here is another build project I'm going to get addicted too. Great video look forward to watching the whole series
This is why lumber shot up during the pandemic. 😄 Jokes aside, dream set up for my 11 year old son. Awesome work!
Thanks!
Very good work with the carpentry, that looks like a good table. That will be a really nice layout to run! I imagine that's a scale mile or two.
you have all the cool toys!
I don't think it's too late to make this change; I would add some diagonal bracing to some of the sections to mitigate lateral collapse of the whole thing. It will probably never come remotely close to carrying the weight required to cause a lateral collapse, but that extra peace of mind is invaluable.
I agree. Or at least some diagonal braces on the legs
Dream team layout room......Very nice .......thanks for sharing
Fantastic space!! This is going to be fun 👍🏼
This is masterful. Logical construction. Neat and organized. I love it and look forward to more installments! Gary
looks great, wish could have a space this large for my layouts
Can't wait for the next instalment when you populate the layout!
Looks very nice. Lots of work.
Your so lucky having such a big space to work with.
Only problem will be REACHING things! Unless all track is edge oriented and you move worked on module away so it's only 2 foot reach. Great for curve radii!
Great work!!👏👏 it is like Italy, in the beginning many people to give advice, after a few seconds only one to do the job😁
Roberto, I laughed out loud, that was a good one! I'm going to use that phrase in a conversation for sure. Thanks for watching. I love Italy! One of my favorite countries to visit. I've been there three times!
@@rcgrabbag I also saw "Train Layout Update" Mamma mia!!! 😵😵 is incredible. Take care of yourself,friend.👌
How's your back? With all that wood, make yourself a small chop saw station. It hurts just looking at all that bending!
Welp, with 8ft lengths of 1x4 wood stored on the floor, I'd have to bend down to pick it up anyway, so why not just stay down there and cut it? Diffr'nt strokes...
looking forward to the finished platform and ultimately the tracks
Whit this speed you be finish before Christmas, and then have to start to look for a new hobby :)
Yup, the hobby ends when it is completed. LOL
@@my3dviews But then of course we can move or build a bigger garage :)
Very Cool. Nice work can't wait to see further progress......
This is absolutely incredible
Just subscribed after seeing this 1st video. I cannot wait to see this expand. I just purchased my first house and I am already trying to figure out how I'm going to start laying out my trains.
Wow this is so cool! I'm starting from the beginning and going to watch the whole series! :D
Awesome! Thank you!
Looks awesome buddy 👍🏻
Thanks Stevie!
Really looking forward to watching this build. Great Start!!
Thanks Daryl!
Great video like it very much .Hope more to come .Take care.
$150,000 train garage and doesn’t have a work bench to put the miter saw on!! Lol! Working off the floor is really hard on a person! Thank you for sharing your build with us. Cool project!
Sure it has a workbench...the floor! Lumber is there, chop saw is there, why not cut it there? Workbench came later an it's where I built the giant trestle and other workbenchy stuff. Thanks for watching and stay tuned!
Wow. That's big. Love it
Coming along nicely, look forward to the next video 😁
Thanks, stay tuned!
Hope those other club guys can help you soon. That thing may never get done otherwise. I wish you good luck.
Is a layout ever truly done?
@@rcgrabbag never really :)
Pretty excited to watch this happen.
Thanks Keegan, hope I don't disappoint!
Props to you... great job!
Looking forward to the next stage of this!!
Thanks Pete, stay tuned!
Rocketry, model trains.......what other bad habits you got? Thumbs up.
That is top notch work !
Great job, looking forward to the next video.
Thanks, stay tuned!
I'm not a model train owner, but that looks to be a great Covid project, good luck, I will keep watching with interest, best regards from Australia.
Looking forward to seeing this progress!
I don't know if you were a carpenter when you started but you certainly were a carpenter when you finished.😉
Love it, I wish I had this kind of space
Looks like fun! If I may be so bold as to voice my opinion, you have too much layout and not enough isle space. Best of luck!
Hi Philip, I address the aisle space in the pinned comment. Thanks for watching!
That’s gonna be a good sized HO scale layout
I envy you for having such a large room to build this.
Good work fella !
Excellent video..
Love seeing the process
The lumber cost alone has me sweating. I can only imagine what this ends up looking like as a full scene
Great job!
Thanks!
Outstanding fantastic build
Hi mate,
Looks awesome! Good luck with the rest of the build.
I wish I had the money to do that and a building to do that in
I think mot of us do :-)
If you work hard and set goals you'll get in one day
@@Fearless-RG That's a bit beyond the scale of what most people will achieve, barring a few lucky breaks and a lifelong passion. That said, for hobbyists of more modest means there's always smaller scales to work in.
Don't have kids, once you do, there goes the hobby money! Trust me on that one, been there, still doing it! LOL Nope, not having kids, ooh look we can build a nice building. Honey, look it's Positive! Oh shit there goes the model railroad.
@@acdii yes lol that is so many levels of facts its hilarious
Very impressive!
Having just commented on the garage build and now watching them all again in the correct order I thought having windows all the way round and the natural light flooding in along with being able to walk all the way round your layout is a fantastic way to go. Even being able to walk right into the layout is brilliant, not sure if its the camera angle but how wide are those three bases? My main base where the terminus station is going is 3' and although I am not short it is still going to be a stretch to reach the back or middle of your layout in your case. Perhaps they look wider in the video or you are a giant. Love watching builds like this, makes me dream it could be me although I am very happy with my layout build when I get the time to work on it. Its actually the planning and the basework part that Im like best of all funnily enough. I guess I change when I get to the next stage.
Regards Chris
No you are correct in that there are places that are difficult to reach, but I have plans to deal with it. Thanks for watching!
fantastic inspiration
We will be watching
Dang, the MCU could use someone with your speed and work ethic!
very nice , it is huge !
Wow can't wait to see more!
It's still cool, But model railroading just not like it used to be with most long-time hobby shop establishments long gone out of business. Still have my extended Lionel "Wabash Cannonball" line in the 1/4 basement section.
The wife and I currently working on our own version of the "Williams Loop" addition to tie in with the cannonball...Still have plenty room !...Good luck with your layout installation !👍
Thanks, sounds like you have a fun project!
I just came across this video and it really interested me. I subed and will take a look at any previous videos but really looking forward to watching your progress with this layout. I know your friends will be working alongside when this virus crap gets under control but with a layout that large it seems to me there is a lot to do. Good luck and thanks for the video.
Why are speedruns so soothing?
So much for that big party room !
Love it 👍 I got big dreams with very little space ☹