A very special Layout tour! Todd Treaster's Wonderful N Scale Layout and Collection
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- Опубликовано: 24 сен 2022
- I do have the same video up on my channel without the background music if you would like to view it instead. Here is the link to it.
• Todd Treaster's N Scal...
In this episode of Big G's RR, we visit a layout in Pennsylvania. I was able to attend the N Scale Railroad convention in Altoona, PA, on 09/17/2022 and 09/18/2022. While attending I ran into the owner of this wonderful layout and collection. I was invited to an open house later that evening. While there, I was able to get some quality time to interview and get a tour of his layout and collection. Sit back and relax as I take you on a tour of this Special Layout Todd Treaster's house. If you are new to the channel, I encourage you to hit the Like button, and the Subscribe button. Doing so helps me to continue videos like this one. Thank you for your support of this channel. Stay safe out there. 
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I bet a lot of people go for Todd's model railroad or his encyclopedic knowledge of the history of N scale products, but I'm betting just hanging around talking with Todd is the highlight of a visit. You can just tell what a really great guy he is.
He is very pleasant to to be around and talk with. I enjoyed the entire visit, and I was there for quite some time getting all the footage for this video. He is such a gracious host, and had a wealth of knowledge about a lot of different subjects. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
i was there when you were making the video it was great meeting you and talking with you also. i have to say todd is more to the hobby than just a great collector or modeler. he has been my friend since we were young like almost 40 yrs and all i ever wanted was to model like him and like 7 yrs ago i started after my oldest son moved out and its been a trip ever since. he has guided me and taught me so much that some say my layout at home is a lot smaller version of his and i say yes i guess you could say that because look who mentored me. his layouts have always amazed me and his quality of workmanship on his layout is unmatched. his knowlege of the n scale world is unmatched in my eyes and i hope he dose what he says he is thinking on doing some day is write his book on the hobby. so for everyone that has seen this please i will let you all know there is not another person that i know that loves trains more that todd. he is my bud my mentor and my friend. glad you all were there to see it and glad you made this video to show case him. thanks for sharing.
It was great to meet you and talk with you too. He is truly an ambassador for N Scale. I know I would buy a copy of his book, if ever writes one on N scale and his perspective of the Hobby. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Thats a outstanding N scale Layout it's so big and I like all the rolling stock and I also like sceans and the back drops that Steel Mill looks really great the mountain back drop is Great and outstanding just by it's slef just keep it up the great work your doing on that great N scale Layout
And I like that big Rail Yard also
He has done a fantastic job with the layout and collection. He is currently going through and making plans on updating the scenes, now that retirement is nearing closer. Thanks for the comments, compliments, and stay safe out there.
It's beautiful. Just the fact that it runs so smooth is "amazing right there"! you have done a wonderful job
He has a definite eye for all things model railroad related. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Thank you for your return comments! One thing I want to clear up is I meant absolutely no disrespect when I said the state should pass a law to make this a museum!! Lol!! What he created is real nobody's business on his plan for the future! What I was trying to convey is higher powers that be should help him preserve this amazing collection in the far off future if he chooses to preserve it himself! I hope Todd takes a step back from time to time and really take it in what he has accomplished here!! It truly is a wonderment!! I certainly hope it is preserved for generations! Again thank you for your response!! Great job on this video!! Keep them coming! It truly is an amazing hobby that brings families and friends together!! Thanks again!!
No offense at all on my end was taking. I really love the idea of it being preserved for future generations too. I know Todd seems very gracious to all that he has and been given the opportunity to collect over the years. It is truly amazing to see what someone can do when motivated.
Like this layout. I wondered why trains Jerked about. I understand your dc/dcc idea.🕶👌
I always thought it might be poor connectivity, or cleaning. It might be due to the extra electrical components too. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I am totally blown away by how much N scale this man has. He must be filthy rich. I say this because, he must have thousands of freight cars alone in display cases, let alone the passenger cars, locomotives, and all that is on the layout and the layout itself. I could never in my lifetime have a collection that huge on regular pay. I am impressed. He has all eras mixed together from at least the 60s until now. Very impressive
It is a very impressive collection. I know it would take weeks to put a value to his collection. I was blown away by what he had, not to mention the things that are not on display too. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
He said near the end he has 27,000 cars... that's counting freight passenger and locomotives, if you figure 35 bucks average for each that puts it at 1 million dollars worth of just cars, and that number may be way off as I'd imagine since probably half of his collection is early stuff they're worth quite a bit more than that average, although the newer stuff wouldn't be worth as much. At LEAST 1 million in cars though.
Amazing I can’t wrap my head around the amount of time and money invested
It is a lot to take in, and Todd was such a wonderful host. I want to go back and spend more time with him and his collection. He has put a lot of time, energy, and money into his fine collection. But he has also been at it for 4 decades too. 1 piece at a time is his motto. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Signor Todd, dall'Italia complimenti per il suo modello in scala n, la realizzazione di un modello imponente che affonda le sue radici in una passione lontana nel tempo. Molto bello il passaggio nella parte boschiva, una meravigliosa riproduzione delle foreste del Nord America. Bravo.
I was thrilled to see Todd's layout in person. I have had the pleasure to make several trips back to Todd's layout, and I am blown away each time. This past trip, I got to operate the layout with some guidance from Todd. His control system works like a charm. Thanks for the comment and compliments. Stay safe out there.
Just one word describes this layout. AMAZING. What dedication and perseverance Todd has. Stunning.
He is a true ambassador of our fine Hobby. His knowledge of N Scale and trains in general is amazing. I could spend hours there and feel like I didn't see it all. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
There's no way to describe this layout and collection of trains.I'll never get to see this in person so I appreciate the video.This whole experience just blows my mind!!
I appreciate your comments and was thrilled to be able to get the invite to do this. I wanted to share this with all of those in the hobby. Stay safe out there.
Money much??? The dude could open a store. This is a collection he will actually have to will someday. Some of the stuff on the wall are still in boxes. Incredible. Envious. Who can't be happy for a rich guy with nothing better to do than to spend his hard earned money on his hobby and still have enough left over to keep a house and a wife. Simply amazing. Oh, and a flawless layout. God bless 'im. DJ of DJ's Trains had a good interview with Todd recently so now I here watching this.
It would be hard to put a price tag on this collection. It one of the most complete collections of N Scale in the world. I'm sure that he has already got plans for where this collection goes. Thanks for the comment, compliments, and stay safe out there.
Thank you for sharing. Enjoyed👍👀
Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
WOW THERE ARE KNOW WORDS FOR THIS AWESOME LAYOUT THX FOR THE POST.😊😊👍👍
You are more than welcome, and it was a pleasure to be able to go and film this wonderful layout and owner. It is mind blowing to see this much of a collection in one space. Thanks for the comment, and stay safe out there.
@@biggsrr6708 yes i will thx.🙂🙂👍👍
Wow! Amazing layout and rail car stock.
Todd had an amazing layout and collection for sure. I was thrilled to have an opportunity to have captured this on film. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I like how he mentioned he keeps it old school, all the track is visible, he can run every train, and he's all 1 level. Nothing showy, it's just amazing because of the sheer volume and scope of it.
It blew my mind, when I got to see the layout, and was honored to be able to feature it on my channel. I can't wait till my next visit. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Hi Big G! I regret that I couldn't get to Todd's house during this trip to the States. But, having been there twice in the past, I can honestly say that his layout and collection are the most amazing thing I've ever seen. I remember that during my first visit, I was struck speechless. I can't wait to see it all again. Thanks for taking us there again in this video. ...Roy
There were several people at the show that told me they were unable to get to Todd's that weekend. They wanted me to capture as much as I could. I could've spent many more hours there, and never see everything there. I felt as if I was in a museum, more than 1 person's collection and layout. It was a pleasure to visit Todd and his layout, and to be able to get this much of it captured on film was wonderful. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
this is the bigest home layout that i have ever seen.thank you so very much for sharing
It is a large home layout with great trackwork and scenery. The collection of trains Todd has collected, pairs well with it too. Todd is very knowledgeable about the scale and the real world operations. This may be due to the fact of being in the industry for his career. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
When you got to the top of the stairs I said, OMG he is at Todd Treaster's layout.
It was a grand entrance to behold and take in. I was blown away at the huge collection. Then Todd and his wonderful family's support and kindness, it made me feel as if I had known them for years. It was a wonderful trip, and to see such a dream layout, this was a bucket list layout tour of mine. Thanks for the comment. Stay safe out there.
hey! we are there at the start with the coffee table!!
That's correct and I hope to have a video up soon with you guys on camera. Stay safe out there and thanks for the comment.
Glad to see a recent video of this layout
Thank you for the comment, and I was honored to get such great footage. Todd has spent a lot of time and attention to the details of this layout. It was amazing to see in person. Stay safe out there.
@@biggsrr6708 you as well, thanks
Todd is the God of N Scale and model railroading have always been a huge fan of him and his layout, very inspirational person modeler and layout . Keep HIGHBALLING HOGGER !
He has quite the collection and layout. It was awe inspiring to take it all in. He is one of the most gracious host I have had the pleasure to be around too. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Love love the layout tour, the music ( I felt I was on hold, just my $0.02 can the music.😁
I have the same video on my channel without the music. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
WOW !!!
It is very impressive to be totally emerged into the World that Todd has created in his basement. If you ever have the chance, it is totally worth the trip to see in person. Thanks for the comment and compliment. Stay safe out there.
Unbelievable!!!
It was definitely a site to see. Todd was a very great host and wonderful to talk with. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I hope his family has the same passion he has for this second to none collection and layout!! In the future this amazing display should never ever be broken up and sold or distributed in different directions!! The state of Pennsylvania should pass a law that this becomes a untouchable museum preserved for protected forever!! What this passionate N gauge ambassador has done here is priceless!! Again should never ever be dismantled!! Must simply be preserved for generations!! Thanks for the video!! What a awesome guy!!
I totally agree that this collection should be saved and made into a wonderful tribute to Todd's passion. His family and the stories on how his wife and him started dating is great. I told him, when he retires, to sit down and try to write a book on the things he has seen and done in the railroad and model railroad communities. It would be a wonderful read and sell great amongst the communities. Thanks for the comment and compliments, stay safe out there.
being from the pittsburgh area, i'm in love with the way he's captured the feel of the area. as a fellow n-scale modeler, i'm jealous of the sweeping curves, he has on the layout. not only is it fun to watch, but obviously goes a long way in improving operation. can't believe that whole layout is analog!
It is mind blowing that it operates so well as Analog. It is amazing to see in person and realizing that it is able to handle so much freight with such ease. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Impressive for sure.
It was great collection and layout to see in person. I have seen the layout in publishing and on video. But it was breathe taking to see first hand. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I'm gonna guess Todd doesn't spend much time in bars.......super awesome layout
My thoughts exactly, he didn't have the time between career, family, and hobby. It is a marvel at best, between the layout and the collection. Thanks for the comment, compliment, and stay safe out there.
A perfect example of what N scale can be.
It is very inspiring to see how well a layout can be and operate as well. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
What an absolutely amazing layout for one thing, that collection is only most people dream of. Thanks for sharing!
It was a large collection and layout. That is the first time in an N Scale layout, that I felt tiny. I was blown away by the size of it all. Thanks for the comment and compliment. Stay safe out there.
All I can come up with is WOW!
It was quite the layout tour. I had never seen a collection to this level, and I more than likely never will. I was in shock and awe the entire time. He is dedicated to the hobby for sure, and it shows throughout the collection and layout. Thanks for the comment, and stay safe out there.
I will make sure that this is in my bucket list. I fully understand the finding older stock since I have been searching for a particular boxcar only made in 1970. I finally have 5. Thank you so much bringing us along the ride. Only other time I've seen this was when Roy Smith shared his with us. Keep having fun, Chris
Glad you were able to find your box cars. Sometimes it is hard to find those special items we want. This is definitely a must for anyone in our hobby. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
WOW!!!!! Thank You for sharing this layout!
You are more than welcome. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Amazing work keep it up
Thank you and I am glad you N-joyed it. I will continue to try and bring more layout videos from other layout owners to my viewers. I have a special one coming up in May, that I am hoping to attend and video for my viewers. Todd and I talk often and he is always excited to see what the viewers have mentioned. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
This took my breath away. Thank you for sharing. Love, respect, & peace to you all!
Thanks for the comment and compliments. It was spectacular to see in person. Stay safe out there.
Just a magnificent model railroad!!
It truly is breathe taking and inspiring. The collection is second to none. I was thrilled to be there. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
A visit is certainly on my bucket list. I saw many cars that I own as well as many cars I would like to add to my collection. If I make it I will make sure I donate at least one piece to the collection that Todd doesn't own already.
That is a tall order to give him a piece that he doesn't already own. I am sure he would treasure it all the same too. He loves his collection, and it truly shows. Thanks for the comments and stay safe out there.
Nice! I love the ore barges. It’s cool the way you modeled real things from your life.
His attention to detail and real life is truly amazing. He is a great guy and an ambassador to our fine hobby. Stay safe out there,
That’s a great layout and collection of trains. Thanks for sharing this layout with all of us. Have a good day.
It was my pleasure to be able to see the layout and have the opportunity to share it everyone. Thank you for your comments and stay safe out there.
Now imagine an N-scale layout the size of a football stadium. The wonders of that layout.
That would be mind blowing. This layout and collection was amazing to see in person. Todd was such a great host. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
This layout is spectaculer . This is out of control . Beutiful layout. The city is perfect.
He has done more work to the layout, including the city. He has invited me back to shoot another video. I hope to make it soon and be able to put it on here. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Todd have an amazing layout and collection. Thanks for sharing
It is amazing to see firsthand, the shear size of N scale he has collected over the years. The layout is stunning too, to see that many large trains running, and then disappear with out a trace. Todd's collection is mind blowing for sure. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Just the audacity of even attempting a yard like that is wild! Got to be the biggest N scale yard in the world, and he can run it all? Crazy ambition in that layout. Very cool interview, thanks!
He can operate each track in the yard, which is just amazing. It is a sight to be seen for sure. I plan on making another trip this year, and I have been told by Todd, that there are new additions that have been added scenery wise that is. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Wonderful collection and layout. I remember the Lone Star stuff here in the UK many years ago.
I now model North American O scale. North American railroads are very interesting to me.
Thanks for the comment. I have always liked the bigger scales, but just don't have the space for them. The smaller scales offer a great scenery to track ratio too. Stay safe out there.
awesome layout... thx 4 the tour & video... vinny
It was my pleasure to be able to video and visit this layout. It is truly amazing to see in person. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Magnificent layout 👍
The collection and layout was mind blowing. I was like a kid in a candy store. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Big~bravo. stunning shots~
Thank you for the comment and compliment. Stay safe out there.
I always loved his Layout, it's Outstanding!! Bob
It is a wonderful layout with a great host. I was thrilled to be able to get a chance to take it all in. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
WOW that is very impressive , my Husband has a lot of British stuff and he has Conrail and Penn Central stuff in HO but what you is wonderful - regards from Australia
Thanks for the comments and compliment all the way from Australia. I was honored to get the invite to see such an amazing layout and collection. Todd was such a gracious host. Stay safe out there.
Wow!.. this is an astonishing and precious collection. What a wonderful opportunity and thanks so much for sharing!
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It was an honor to get the chance to see this in person. It was even more of an honor to spend some time with Todd, to be able to get this on video. It was my pleasure to bring it to my viewers. Thanks for the comment, and stay safe out there.
Beautiful layout. Thanks for sharing!
It was a dream layout tour, that I was honored to go visit. I was thrilled when Todd invited me to his house and layout. This was an amazing trip. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I want to thank you Gary. this is just awesome.
Thank you for the wonderful collection and your time to help put this video all together. I was honored to put this together and make sure to capture the overall collection and layout. Keep collecting and remember 1 car at a time. Thanks for the comment and compliment. Stay safe out there.
WOW...just WOW...thanks for taking the tme & effort to share this layout Big G
It was mind blowing to see what all he has done and collected over the years. I kept saying WOW, while I was walking around the layout or looking at the cases on the walls. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Just WOW!!!!!......SPEECHLESS!!!! love to see this!!! Also loved to see that Corning 2 bay hopper running. I'm from there!!
I am glad that you found the video and enjoyed it. I was amazed at how large the layout and collection Todd had. He has worked really hard and it shows. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Todd is such an amazing well respected person. I wish I had the opportunity to view this layout and collection.
Thanks for sharing this G 👍
He is very down to Earth. And excited to share his passion with others. His collection is one of a kind, and shows his life long dream. It was a wonderful trip, and well worth the drive from Tennessee to see it. I was thrilled to be able to capture this layout and owner on film. Thanks for the comment, and stay safe out there.
The yard is mind blowing!
It was very impressive to see the yard and knowing that he could pull any train out onto the layout from the any yard track. Thanks for the comment, compliment, and stay safe out there.
well thats a lot of trains :D
He definitely has quite the collection. He has taken several years to collect and catalog it. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Wow. That is amazing. I thought I had a large layout at 4x24 ft all double tracked. Wish I hadn't remodeled my family room. I would love to visit this layout.
I have mini Trix, atlas's Riverossie and Kato engines. The bast majority of my rolling stock is atlas and mini Trix as well a some European n scale.
I have the urge to start a new layout. Thanks for the inspiration.
Glad this has helped inspire you to help with your build. I would love to see progress as you move along with it. Maybe at some point, I could be sharing a video shoot from your layout for the channel. Stay safe out there and thanks for the comment.
you did such an incredible job and your collection is great.
Thanks for the comment, compliment, and I wanted to let you know this Todd Treaster's layout. I was just fortunate enough to be able to visit and capture this wonderful event on film. Stay safe out there.
absolutely amazing and inspiring
It is a lot to aspire to, and take in. I am glad you enjoyed. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
This is unreal! What a fantastic layout
If you are ever in the area of Altoona, PA, do yourself a favor and ask about Todd Treaster. If you can arrange a meet with him and his layout, you will not be disappointed at all. He is a gracious host, with an amazing collection and knowledge of N Scale. Stay safe out there.
@@biggsrr6708 thanks brother! I definitely need to find my way down there
@@TheyMakeItLikeThat my pleasure.
Wow that's awesome. It must have cost a fortune to aquire all of this. Your modelling skills are top notch. Keep up the good work.
Todd has been collecting in this hobby for 40+ years. He is a gracious host, and very informative of our fine hobby. It was a pleasure to bring this layout to my audience. I have read about his collection for years. To be able to see it in person was truly amazing. Thanks for the comment, compliment, and stay safe out there.
Simply INCREDIBLE. Thank you for this amazing Tour.
I am glad you enjoyed it, and I look forward to another tour this year. I have been talking with Todd and he has been working quite a bit on some new scenes, and has invited me back to do another tour video. Stay tuned, and stay safe out there. Thanks for the comment.
I'm just in shock,you did an awesome job with the layout. Very wonderful to see and hear you talk about the layout. As a n scaler myself it's very inspiring to see the hard work and dedication put into such a great layout. Keep up the good work👍👍
Todd has put a lot of hard work into not only collecting all the pieces of N Scale, but also the layout itself. This is was a work of dedication and love. I was thrilled to be invited and to photograph this work of art. Stay safe out there.
I love that it's a huge entertainment and he had his collections in display cases for all to see, but his layout has a rough edge or two, so we can all aspire to creating a feel of his layout in our own layouts.
The whole layout flows through the rooms without to much distractions. There is plenty of room to move about, even with others in the same space. I would love to have the space he has in the aisles on my own layout. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I am so very impressed What an amazing layout from an amazing man!
It was a layout that I have always wanted to see in person. I was thrilled at the opportunity to get this great collection and layout on film. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Terrific layout, not so terrific piano music.
There is the same video on my channel that doesn't have the music. Please feel free to check it out. Thanks and stay safe out there.
Wow!! Super electrician extraordinaire and super organized! Museum quality level!
His skills are very impressive. The amount of the collection and organization, is mindboggling. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Amazing layout. Great collection of rolling stock.
Glad you enjoyed it, Todd was has done a wonderful job. He captured the feel of real railroading in scale form. The full layout and collection was amazing. Thanks for the comment, compliment, and stay safe out there.
Very nice video Big G!
Thanks for the comment and compliment. I was really happy to be able to put this video together. Stay safe out there.
Great video of a great N scale layout that Todd Treaster has built over the years. I watch as many N scale model railroad videos since I’m an N scale model railroader that is in the early stages of building my permanent layout. I will be expanding it in the future to 6 feet wide by 12 feet long & will go with inclines of a 1.25% grade from the current layout which will be my staging yard, diesel fuel tank storage facility, diesel locomotive shop and the upper level will have double track action with trains running in each direction.
I would love to see some of your layout as you get it going. I have a bedroom sized layout 10.5 by 11 foot. It is a folded dog bone and it is double mainline. It may give you some inspiration too. You should look at some of my other videos of my layout updates. This could help you along the way. I hope to see progress of your layout along the way too. Stay safe out there and thanks for the comments.
This music makes me feel like I am at a funeral viewing.
I have the same video on my channel without the music. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Such a genius with model RR and also, such a classy person! Humbling to watch this. I'm wondering if Mr. Treaster has considered having a "cab ride" video shot from his layout. I just think that would be cool.
I am not sure about the cab ride idea, but I think it would be amazing. Great idea, and I will pass it along to him. Thanks for the comment, idea, and stay safe out there.
Beautiful. Not only is the layout impressive, but the place is unbelievably organized. 👍
It really was, and I was blown away by how neatly organized the collection was. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
very good
Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
This is really fabulous. I have one ignorant question every time I see one of these extraordiary modelling accomplishments: Despite Todd's remarks about how he has installed the best kind of air conditioning possible, still: Dust is a fact of life. Especially after eighteen years. So how do modelers keep all those very delicate little constructions clean? Is is cans of compressed air? Or some kind of teeny tiny little low--power vaccuum?
I believe Todd said the dust is very low. I know it is very clean in the layout space. I will try to find an answer to this question for you and get back to you with it. Thanks for the question and stay safe out there.
I think Todd bought a couple pieces of my N equipment that I listed on eBay.
I promise if he did, it is in great hands. He seems to know where every piece of his collection is, and he maintains it well. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Thanks for sharing these layout.Have seen these layout from DJ!s trains.Suggestion,please turn off the music, so we can hear the owner speak.Also let the trains be the music.Thanks,and Happy Holidays.
I have another video on my channel that has had the music removed. The thumbnail is the same and so is the video. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
If anyone ever says to me..."Whadddya need all those little trains for?" I'm directing them to this video.
Right, that is an awesome idea! Todd is amazing and I am so grateful to have him as a friend now. His collection is mind blowing. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I have FV GP60M 147 and FV GP60B 340 and 327 running on my layout.
You could see how excited he was to add those pieces to his collection. It is amazing that he is just like someone who has a small collection and finds that piece that they want. Thank you for the comment and stay safe out there.
Sound word you would have that many trains I live in Atlanta Texas big old book model
It is a lot of trains. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Love your backdrop, but it looks like you could use a little more rolling stock😅
He sure could use a bit more motive and rolling stock. I don't believe he has enough for the layout. I enjoyed seeing all that he had, and look forward to my next visit with Todd. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Big G, need to take out the inane back ground music. Or make it tremendously softer. The layout is wonderful thanks for the post
Thanks for the advice, I will see about lowering the volume of the background music. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
A very nice video and layout. I have plans to expand my own HO scale layout, though I don't believe mine will be quite as large or modern as this.
This is a lot to take in, but it has a ton of inspiration behind it. I hope this helps to inspire your layout build. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
@@biggsrr6708 You're quite welcome :). While I do have a general idea for what I want to do on my layout, I like to look at other layouts (such as yours) for ideas of what to add and inspiration.
@@Stussmeister hopefully the community will get to see yours soon too. I started my channel at the beginning of my layout journey. It has been wonderful to look back and see the changes from day 1. I also love the fact of having a documented archive of when I picked up pieces of my collection too. It is always fun to see just how much the collection has grown too. I hope this inspires you to document the progress along the way.
@@biggsrr6708 Indeed. I've purchased about 96% of the items I want for my layout, and very much intend to post videos of my layout (both construction and operation). The thing is, I haven't quite gotten to building the benchwork for my layout, and as I'm a relative novice when it comes to model railroading, I figured I should enlist the help of a professional in this regard.
@@Stussmeister I look forward to watching the progress. I would suggest to start from day 1 before the benchwork goes up. It is amazing to see what ideas change even from that stage.
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Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I have all 4 roadnames of the Atlas Whale belly's. I didnt know the GATX was that rare. I got all 4 cars for 200.
Very nice haul for a great price. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I have one, but it missing one of the trucks.
This is make up your consist afternoon 🤓
I know, you could have so many combinations that you may have always wanted to see, but couldn't in real life. His collection and layout are second to none. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
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Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Incredible layout! The video was pretty good on covering the layout and the builder's description of things however the elevator music audio overlay that I believe was added in the editing process made it at times to hear Todd talking. It could be how sounds are processed in my phone or maybe other viewers share the same opinion but trying to adjust my volume and sound settings so that I could hear him speaking clearly without the horrifically disturbingly monotonous piano trac musical overlay becoming completely overwhelming and sadly making the video nearly unwatchable without being muted and since a large part was Todd talking without out too much to see without being able to hear him. Like I said it could very easily be a problem that only a few viewers experienced because of how audio is processed through whatever device they personally use to watch media if however many hold the same opinion as me I would love to watch this again without the piano trac overlay so I could here Todd clearly without being so annoyed by the music blasting
Thanks for the feedback. I am going to take some time to try and edit out the music at some point. I am currently working on some new scenery updates on my own layout for the channel. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I’m in utterly aw!! I would love to visit his layout do you have any information on how to do so?
He has a RUclips channel. Todd Treaster is the name of his channel, you might be able to reach out to him through it, via private message. I am sure he would love more visitors to the layout. He is truly an inspiration to our fine hobby. Stay safe out there and good luck with a visit to this fine layout and collection.
Seen several youtube tours and he dont talk much about passenger cars, brass or any mention of Con-Cor, does he have many of those?
He has both, and I think at one spot in the video, he shows one of the cases that has some of the passenger trains he has. I think he mainly focuses on modern equipment on the layout. I know in the yard, there were some autoracks, they had a lot to compete with in the yard though. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
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Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Amazing. Post on Rumble please. I hate using youtube.
I need to set an account up before I can do that. Stay safe out there and thanks for the comment.
Wonderful video, fantastic layout, loose the music it was too loud and kind of distracting.
Thanks for the comment, compliment, tip, and stay safe out there.
Hey How many Locomotives and Train Cars do you have
He has nearly 28,000 pieces of rolling stock and Locomotives in this collection. Thanks for the question and stay safe out there.
I wonder where all the boxes and jewel cases are.
He has a lot under his layout and it is very organized. I was very impressed with the collection and organization. I am glad you N'joyed it and stay safe out there.
I bet this guy has the Micro-Trains FT-A unit U.S. Navy special edition. I can’t find it anywhere!
If he doesn't, I can guarantee it is on his catalog of missing items. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
Where is he located? How may I take a tour please?
He is about an hour East of Altoona, PA. He usually has the layout ready to see during the N Scale Show held in Altoona each Fall season. It is N Scale Weekend. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.
I always thought N scale was the nicest. I couldn't tell you why. Something about being smaller makes it look nicer to me I don't know why.
I think it is the scenery to track ratio. You get to add a lot more in a much smaller footprint, which makes it appear more realistic in my view. Stay safe out there and thanks for the comment.