I think it is fantastic that you take your time to explain what you are doing. I find too many You-tubers rush through their explanations and leave out critical detail. The tunnel is looking great and I will definitely be using that technique when I get around to construct Nelson tunnel on my layout.
Thanks very much John! I get annoyed at myself for taking so long to explain stuff....but I try to balance that with not rushing the information ! I'm glad you enjoy the videos and get some tips from them. Part 3 coming up next week. Cheers Gregg.
Like you Greg, I've never had cottage cheese, I've never had a cottage! When I'm working on my train set I think of the 5 p's,..... P, P, P, Pick up a Penguin! Great 2nd part, look forward to seeing the rest. Thanks mate.
An excellent job Greg, very neat. I have found plaster sheets great to use in a variety of applications. Keep posting these interesting tutorial videos. Cheers Greg... Queensland
Thanks Greg! I like them and if you take your time and use smaller pieces it is not that messy at all. Glad you like the videos and more to come! Cheers Gregg.
Wow, the six P’s, O the memories. Unfortunately I use about two of the six P’s, pepperoni pizza! Lol. Love the details Gregg, love the comment about the Canadians (3/8 inch). Again great work. Can’t wait for the next episode. Cheers from muggy Nebraska, Terry.
Thanks very much Bob! It turned out better than I thought, especially after a wash of dark grey paint. The cool part is the loco noise almost disappears as the train moves through the tunnel ! The cab ride through will be pretty neat too , if I can light it right? I'm glad you enjoy the videos sir and learn some tips as I do! I appreciate the support. Cheers Gregg,
That tunnel is looking good, Gregg! I would like to mention (yes, I know: d*mn Yankee!) that soaking plaster cloth does not yield the best results. It tends to wash off a good bit of the plaster that is on the cloth. The way I was taught is to hold the strip by both ends and just drag it through the pan of water, maybe 2-3 seconds in the water. You may find it sticks better to the walls that way, also. I'm really enjoying watching your layout take shape.
Thank you Sir! I have found it changes with the type of cloth? This brand has a very hard plaster , and I need to soak it for a good 20-30 sec to soften the plaster? Maybe the better /worse quality has softer plaster that softens more easily? I also found with this brand , that I need the brush to get the plaster to activate better. i'm glad you enjoy the progress and I appreciate the comments and support. Cheers Gregg.
Hi John, I did think of that , but was going for a more modern concrete look? I have looked at dozens of photos and none are the same.....so it looks like , with concrete, anything goes? But I may try a keystone arch with the next pair for the curved tunnel? Thanks for watching. Gregg.
G'Day Gregg Nicely done matey, looking good so far. Here's a tip for you if the Plaster cloth gets a bit expensive if you need to cover large area's. Use Chux Super Wipes dipped into a watered down mix of ordinary builders plaster (use a paint roller tray as its easy to then drag the wipe through the plaster mix). Just don't make it too "wet". I also use a wire mesh underlay to form shapes I need, quick and easy. I use an aluminium flyscreen wire mesh from Bunnings for low weighted areas and a heavier mesh also from Bunnings (Gutter mesh, its stainless Steel, bit more expensive but bloody good) for those areas that need a bit of strength under the plaster.
Thanks Gibs! I have thought about the Chux, but I may give that a go on larger areas! I have so much cardboard from all the Ikea crap I have bought, it is one way to get rid of it..LOL. The mesh is a good idea too! Cheers Gregg.
This is a concept project to prove the techniques, but even if I leave it in, I can reach most of the way from each end. Let's see what happens..LOL. Gregg :-)
Thanks Allen! No it won't be , but I can get most of the way in, but there's never derailments on the Birdwood Sub! We'll suck it and see..LOL Cheers Gregg.
@@allenbarnes7202 You'll have to watch my track cleaning video Allen!! I do have an old track cleaning car that I use now and then in areas I can't get to. Cheers Gregg.
I really like the concept, especially if I was to run my loco that has a spy camera installed. Only concern would be accessing a derail inside. What is your plan?
Thank you ! And I will be running my camera car through the tunnel in Part 3, which will be cool! As for access, due to the smooth sides, you could push a derailed car out if you had to , but honestly I don't get derailments .....can't remember the last one I had that wasn't on a turnout? But it's my problem if it happens..LOL Cheers Gregg.
That was the plan , but this is about that from each end, and was a experiment to see if the idea worked , and was never really meant to go on the layout! But it turned out so good that I decided to leave it , so we'll wait and see! Thanks for watching. Gregg.
A another great follow on video Gregg,do you intend to do any more tunnels for your layout or is this all you feel you need given the work involved ..regards Paul.
Thank you Paul! Yes , I have two more to do and it will be much quicker now that I know what to do..LOL. Plus the next ones will be shorter. Gregg .:-)
Well Sparky , I've always liked the design of US locomotives, and the wide variety of freight cars . Not a lot of variety down here I'm afraid! Gregg :-)
@@FishplateFilms Gregg, I love your work and I your channel but as an Aussie I beg to differ. I modelled US stuff as a kid because there were no Aussie options and US stuff going around was GP40s, SD40s and even bulldog F7s etc. US locos these days are all the same like those things coming out of the tunnel in your opening scene - impressive but boring. In NSW you get ex Vic X class, T class, C class, S class and even double ended bulldog B class still (SSR), you can get BRMs, GMs, ELs, And, CLPs, G class, 49s 81s, 48s, 82s,CM as well as the Gt46 and Ca44 modern stuff plus more. All of that stuff runs on mainline everywhere with so many different liveries: PacNat, Aurizon, CFCLA, GWA, SSR, Qube, FIE, Crawford's, CRL, SCT, etc. Where I live we get grain trains, cement trains, coal, intermodal, louvre vans, bulk ore, well wagons, steel, etc daily hauled by any number of combinations of the above locos. Plus XPT and Explorer CountryLink services and two car Endeavour sets. Think of all the different colours, shapes, sizes, age and power of those combinations. Have you seen SSRs latest rebuilt CLP12 "Casper" - what a specimen! You need to move south of the border 😉. Plus the quality of models from Auscision, SDS, Southern Rail, OnTrack etc is second to none. Sparky you should check some of the Aussie stuff out. Anyway, thanks for your great channel Gregg. Your content has inspired me a lot and your techniques are great. Inox, rock painting, track laying etc are as good as it gets - it's just a shame you have toy railways up in QLD 😃
@@peterainsworth8466 Thanks Peter! I'm afraid I don't share you love of Aussie trains :-). I do like the X class and the T class are impressive in the flesh! I don't like all the "boxes" we have here, though I have a soft spot for a pair of EL's in CFCL colours! Also the 81's and 82's are ok . The model quality is finally up to US standards , but the prices are crazy! But if I had to model Aussie stuff , at . least now it runs well and has good detail. But I'm afraid a pair of SD40[-2's on a grain train does it for me ..LOL Cheers Gregg.
Dear Gregg, love the simplicity of your tunnel liners!
Thanks Vincent! I am surprised how good they turned out..LOL I will change a few things on the next ones , but overall happy with them.
Cheers Gregg
THANK YOU...for sharing. Watched and very much enjoyed.
Thank you Sir! Glad you liked it .
Gregg :-)
You never disappoint thanks Bill in Fla
Thank you Sir! You will like the next one then Bill!!
Cheers Gregg.
I think it is fantastic that you take your time to explain what you are doing. I find too many You-tubers rush through their explanations and leave out critical detail. The tunnel is looking great and I will definitely be using that technique when I get around to construct Nelson tunnel on my layout.
Thanks very much John! I get annoyed at myself for taking so long to explain stuff....but I try to balance that with not rushing the information ! I'm glad you enjoy the videos and get some tips from them.
Part 3 coming up next week.
Cheers Gregg.
Hi, I like you attitude. The tunnel’s turning out nicely. See ya for part 3.
Thanks Norman! Part 3 in about a week.
Cheers Gregg
Like you Greg, I've never had cottage cheese, I've never had a cottage! When I'm working on my train set I think of the 5 p's,..... P, P, P, Pick up a Penguin! Great 2nd part, look forward to seeing the rest. Thanks mate.
LOL...now thats funny right there! Thanks for watching, and part 3 up next week.
Cheers Gregg.
Looks good Gregg ..
Thanks Jim! Appreciate the support.
Gregg.
Awesome how to video
Thanks Donald! Glad you enjoyed it.
Gregg :-)
An excellent job Greg, very neat. I have found plaster sheets great to use in a variety of applications. Keep posting these interesting tutorial videos. Cheers Greg... Queensland
Thanks Greg! I like them and if you take your time and use smaller pieces it is not that messy at all. Glad you like the videos and more to come!
Cheers Gregg.
Well done sir.. Turned out great, hurry up with part 3 already..lol
Thank you! Part 3 on the way soon!
Gregg.
Awesome update my friend
Thanks Chris! A long way to go , but getting there!
Cheers Gregg.
Loved It!
Thanks Weston!
Gregg :-)
amazing video
Wow, the six P’s, O the memories. Unfortunately I use about two of the six P’s, pepperoni pizza! Lol. Love the details Gregg, love the comment about the Canadians (3/8 inch). Again great work. Can’t wait for the next episode. Cheers from muggy Nebraska, Terry.
Thanks Terry! I do like a Pepperoni Pizza! In fact I had a slice of the famous thick style in Chicago :-)
Part 3 in a week or so!
Cheers Gregg.
That looks stupendous! Very well done. I’m learning so much with all of your techniques. The curved tunnel is a neat effect. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks very much Bob! It turned out better than I thought, especially after a wash of dark grey paint. The cool part is the loco noise almost disappears as the train moves through the tunnel ! The cab ride through will be pretty neat too , if I can light it right? I'm glad you enjoy the videos sir and learn some tips as I do!
I appreciate the support.
Cheers Gregg,
I remember the 6 p's , lol . Great work on the tunnel , Cam does some nice work on his layout ,
Cheers Glynn
Proper Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance
Thanks Glynn! Cam's is one of the layout's that I look to for scenery inspiration!
Gregg :-)
That tunnel is looking good, Gregg! I would like to mention (yes, I know: d*mn Yankee!) that soaking plaster cloth does not yield the best results. It tends to wash off a good bit of the plaster that is on the cloth. The way I was taught is to hold the strip by both ends and just drag it through the pan of water, maybe 2-3 seconds in the water. You may find it sticks better to the walls that way, also. I'm really enjoying watching your layout take shape.
Thank you Sir! I have found it changes with the type of cloth? This brand has a very hard plaster , and I need to soak it for a good 20-30 sec to soften the plaster? Maybe the better /worse quality has softer plaster that softens more easily? I also found with this brand , that I need the brush to get the plaster to activate better.
i'm glad you enjoy the progress and I appreciate the comments and support.
Cheers Gregg.
Greg, When you make your tunnel portal, I'd suggest you use a "Key-Stone" design for the arch. cheers john
Hi John, I did think of that , but was going for a more modern concrete look? I have looked at dozens of photos and none are the same.....so it looks like , with concrete, anything goes? But I may try a keystone arch with the next pair for the curved tunnel?
Thanks for watching.
Gregg.
G'Day Gregg
Nicely done matey, looking good so far. Here's a tip for you if the Plaster cloth gets a bit expensive if you need to cover large area's. Use Chux Super Wipes dipped into a watered down mix of ordinary builders plaster (use a paint roller tray as its easy to then drag the wipe through the plaster mix). Just don't make it too "wet". I also use a wire mesh underlay to form shapes I need, quick and easy. I use an aluminium flyscreen wire mesh from Bunnings for low weighted areas and a heavier mesh also from Bunnings (Gutter mesh, its stainless Steel, bit more expensive but bloody good) for those areas that need a bit of strength under the plaster.
Thanks Gibs! I have thought about the Chux, but I may give that a go on larger areas! I have so much cardboard from all the Ikea crap I have bought, it is one way to get rid of it..LOL. The mesh is a good idea too!
Cheers Gregg.
Great work, giving me a few ideas
Thanks James! Like I got this idea from Cam:-)
Gregg .
I like the look of the headlight glare off the sides as it prepares to exit. Wait. Did Lord Stan come up with that idea... Hmmm?
Thanks Colin! I think Stan is a more of a entry type of guy???
Cheers Gregg.
A bit wet towards the end as the stripper said to the bishop!
LOL...you're stealing my lines!! Another good one Bronson!
Gregg :-)
What's going to happen if you have a derailment inside the tunnel, how well you clear it with out damaging your train?
This is a concept project to prove the techniques, but even if I leave it in, I can reach most of the way from each end. Let's see what happens..LOL.
Gregg :-)
Great work but I will stick with foam board. No mess.
Great, but is it a liftout section of the layout?
Thanks Allen! No it won't be , but I can get most of the way in, but there's never derailments on the Birdwood Sub! We'll suck it and see..LOL
Cheers Gregg.
But how will you claen the track, do you have a cleaning car?
@@allenbarnes7202 You'll have to watch my track cleaning video Allen!! I do have an old track cleaning car that I use now and then in areas I can't get to.
Cheers Gregg.
Ok thanks
I really like the concept, especially if I was to run my loco that has a spy camera installed. Only concern would be accessing a derail inside. What is your plan?
Thank you ! And I will be running my camera car through the tunnel in Part 3, which will be cool! As for access, due to the smooth sides, you could push a derailed car out if you had to , but honestly I don't get derailments .....can't remember the last one I had that wasn't on a turnout? But it's my problem if it happens..LOL
Cheers Gregg.
Why didn't you just go 10 to 15" in on both ends and leave the rest open in case of trouble and who's going to look inside the tunnel?
That was the plan , but this is about that from each end, and was a experiment to see if the idea worked , and was never really meant to go on the layout! But it turned out so good that I decided to leave it , so we'll wait and see!
Thanks for watching.
Gregg.
A another great follow on video Gregg,do you intend to do any more tunnels for your layout or is this all you feel you need given the work involved ..regards Paul.
Thank you Paul! Yes , I have two more to do and it will be much quicker now that I know what to do..LOL.
Plus the next ones will be shorter.
Gregg .:-)
Hey long time no see how you been!
Hi Jac, all good here mate . Busy with work and the house, but fitting some layout work in also.
Thanks for watching.
Gregg.
cottage cheese ? that is for lasagna is it not ?
No that 's Parmesan!
Ours was the 7 P's, Piss poor planning promotes Piss poor performance.
Very good David! Wise words indeed!
maybe your next video you can tell us all why you like BNSF so much and not an Australian road name.. or not CONRAIL for that matter. lol
Well Sparky , I've always liked the design of US locomotives, and the wide variety of freight cars . Not a lot of variety down here I'm afraid!
Gregg :-)
@@FishplateFilms Gregg, I love your work and I your channel but as an Aussie I beg to differ. I modelled US stuff as a kid because there were no Aussie options and US stuff going around was GP40s, SD40s and even bulldog F7s etc. US locos these days are all the same like those things coming out of the tunnel in your opening scene - impressive but boring. In NSW you get ex Vic X class, T class, C class, S class and even double ended bulldog B class still (SSR), you can get BRMs, GMs, ELs, And, CLPs, G class, 49s 81s, 48s, 82s,CM as well as the Gt46 and Ca44 modern stuff plus more. All of that stuff runs on mainline everywhere with so many different liveries: PacNat, Aurizon, CFCLA, GWA, SSR, Qube, FIE, Crawford's, CRL, SCT, etc. Where I live we get grain trains, cement trains, coal, intermodal, louvre vans, bulk ore, well wagons, steel, etc daily hauled by any number of combinations of the above locos. Plus XPT and Explorer CountryLink services and two car Endeavour sets. Think of all the different colours, shapes, sizes, age and power of those combinations. Have you seen SSRs latest rebuilt CLP12 "Casper" - what a specimen! You need to move south of the border 😉. Plus the quality of models from Auscision, SDS, Southern Rail, OnTrack etc is second to none. Sparky you should check some of the Aussie stuff out. Anyway, thanks for your great channel Gregg. Your content has inspired me a lot and your techniques are great. Inox, rock painting, track laying etc are as good as it gets - it's just a shame you have toy railways up in QLD 😃
@@peterainsworth8466 Thanks Peter! I'm afraid I don't share you love of Aussie trains :-). I do like the X class and the T class are impressive in the flesh! I don't like all the "boxes" we have here, though I have a soft spot for a pair of EL's in CFCL colours! Also the 81's and 82's are ok . The model quality is finally up to US standards , but the prices are crazy! But if I had to model Aussie stuff , at . least now it runs well and has good detail.
But I'm afraid a pair of SD40[-2's on a grain train does it for me ..LOL
Cheers Gregg.