Am in the process of constructing that San Jose layout, the one on your website, with a #6 turnout attached to the end of the interchange track. That switch the leads to an oval that surrounds the switching portion, so while switching, I can run another train around San Jose. Used your Kato plan, but added a couple of long straight tracks in the runaround section, to lessen the puzzle aspect.
This is fantastic! We are building something similar! The San Jose was too big so we had to shrink it. It’s very close to fitting on an IKEA Lack Shelf!
Steve, Sounds like another interesting project. I like the close up lid planned for this one along with the storage. Great way to take a train to work. Looking forward to your finalized design.
You're awesome w doing train layouts and have a very creative mind when it comes to designing them! I always look forward to seeing new videos from you and the new design! Thanks again for sharing your videos and I'm viewing them from Delmar, Delaware.
Was watching one of you frist videos on a small layout you made where you custom made you own kato control, that brought me back to hobby science I have limited space, my present layout is shelf ,using 2 , 2 ft t trak modules 14inches wide and using kato 6 inch curves allow for a loop and can run all 4 axle locos, with a little switching ,what fun, so I can’t wait to see your switching layout to give me some ideas, keep up the great work
Looks like a good plan Steve. I especially like the hinged top. One issue that might give you problems is the Team track. Cars left there will interfere with run around moves to work the sidings on the right hand side of the layout. Good luck and I look forward to watching your progress.
Looks good!!!👊🏻 Will be tuning in to watch the series. I'm interested in making a switching yard and may pick up an idea or two!!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!
I have the "San Jose Switcher" in mind for my next one too! One tweak I am doing to it is having (what you have labeled) as "Team Track" and "Lead", and the line between them, represent the "Mainline". IMHO, the Team Track is redundant in this plan - there is already an Interchange Track that plays the same purpose as a "Team Track" (i.e. accept any car type). So this makes it so both ends can be used for 'switching leads', but also now I can envision this layout as being a center section of a longer line -- It could even become just that if my kids ever move out of the house :-D LOL.
Yeah, I might just take out the team track loading spots since I’ll have 10 car spots plus the interchange anyway. Or I’ll just make it a one spot loading area.
That looks awesome, Steve! I can't wait to see how you integrate the control system for the turnouts, etc. Sounds like you plan to use remote turnout control. As an aside I use the little switching layout I got from you ALL the time on my channel! I love it! -Shane
Use Mirrors... Paint the Trains Half and Half (Left side is different from right side but share the same Roof Colors.).. So when they come out of the tunnels, the side that is next to the Mirror looks completely Different than the side facing You... Doubling the number of Trains Running. Then as they go Into the Other tunnel, the side that was facing the Mirror is now the side that faces you.... Key is... Make sure the Tunnel Openings/Exits are 90* to the Track or to the Front and Back of the Layout.. Requested this type before and on other channels and would Love to see someone Actually do it.
I watch a youtube video watch?v=Xbk5kedUcY0e which uses power tool batteries to run electronic projects. This seems a good fit for DCC++ running a small layout. For DCC++ and n-scale a 14V powerpack should be sufficient and make the layout portable. I look forward to this project and will try to build it.
Am in the process of constructing that San Jose layout, the one on your website, with a #6 turnout attached to the end of the interchange track. That switch the leads to an oval that surrounds the switching portion, so while switching, I can run another train around San Jose. Used your Kato plan, but added a couple of long straight tracks in the runaround section, to lessen the puzzle aspect.
I built the San Jose as my first layout. It was really fun to operate and work on.
I remember it! I loved watching your videos years ago about your version of the salt lake route that was set in the eastern US I think.
This is fantastic! We are building something similar! The San Jose was too big so we had to shrink it.
It’s very close to fitting on an IKEA Lack Shelf!
Interesting.
If I had to do my layout again. I would do some sort of hinged lid. Looking forward to seeing how it turns out.
Woo, looking forward to this one! Love me some ops.
@Oakley Skidmore Yes. Thank you!
Looking forward to seeing this take shape. I started a 13" x 58" switching layout recently, so we're working with nearly the same space.
Interesting ideas Steve, I'll look forward to seeing your progress.
Steve,
Sounds like another interesting project. I like the close up lid planned for this one along with the storage. Great way to take a train to work. Looking forward to your finalized design.
Great project and planning. Looking forward to seeing it progress.
You're awesome w doing train layouts and have a very creative mind when it comes to designing them! I always look forward to seeing new videos from you and the new design! Thanks again for sharing your videos and I'm viewing them from Delmar, Delaware.
Was watching one of you frist videos on a small layout you made where you custom made you own kato control, that brought me back to hobby science I have limited space, my present layout is shelf ,using 2 , 2 ft t trak modules 14inches wide and using kato 6 inch curves allow for a loop and can run all 4 axle locos, with a little switching ,what fun, so I can’t wait to see your switching layout to give me some ideas, keep up the great work
Fantastic idea, I have limited space and use shelf module n scale kato ,really like you plan and can’t wait to follow along with build
Looks like a good plan Steve. I especially like the hinged top. One issue that might give you problems is the Team track. Cars left there will interfere with run around moves to work the sidings on the right hand side of the layout. Good luck and I look forward to watching your progress.
Yeah, I might just make that a one car spot loading area and likely I’ll have to move it when doing some run around moves.
Looks good!!!👊🏻 Will be tuning in to watch the series. I'm interested in making a switching yard and may pick up an idea or two!!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!
Obrigado Steve's por compartilhar!
Great idea looking forward to seeing the progress. Thanks David @LCRR
I have the "San Jose Switcher" in mind for my next one too! One tweak I am doing to it is having (what you have labeled) as "Team Track" and "Lead", and the line between them, represent the "Mainline". IMHO, the Team Track is redundant in this plan - there is already an Interchange Track that plays the same purpose as a "Team Track" (i.e. accept any car type). So this makes it so both ends can be used for 'switching leads', but also now I can envision this layout as being a center section of a longer line -- It could even become just that if my kids ever move out of the house :-D LOL.
Yeah, I might just take out the team track loading spots since I’ll have 10 car spots plus the interchange anyway. Or I’ll just make it a one spot loading area.
That looks awesome, Steve! I can't wait to see how you integrate the control system for the turnouts, etc. Sounds like you plan to use remote turnout control. As an aside I use the little switching layout I got from you ALL the time on my channel! I love it!
-Shane
I drew similar shelf plan
Use Mirrors... Paint the Trains Half and Half (Left side is different from right side but share the same Roof Colors.).. So when they come out of the tunnels, the side that is next to the Mirror looks completely Different than the side facing You... Doubling the number of Trains Running. Then as they go Into the Other tunnel, the side that was facing the Mirror is now the side that faces you.... Key is... Make sure the Tunnel Openings/Exits are 90* to the Track or to the Front and Back of the Layout..
Requested this type before and on other channels and would Love to see someone Actually do it.
Hello Steve I enjoy your videos. Do you have any On30 or On18 items for sale? Just started building my layout. Thank you Mike in KC.
Sorry, I do not at this time.
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I watch a youtube video watch?v=Xbk5kedUcY0e which uses power tool batteries to run electronic projects. This seems a good fit for DCC++ running a small layout. For DCC++ and n-scale a 14V powerpack should be sufficient and make the layout portable. I look forward to this project and will try to build it.
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