I’m laying the track on the peninsula, where the Norfolk Southern interchanges with the BNSF and where there are a few industries. https://maps.app.goo.gl/cYWmfj9wkedtNtjx9
VIDEO UPDATE: YouTube Live Layout Update
It’s been a while since I’ve uploaded an update video, so I thought I’d do a Live update to get up to speed! I’ll give you a tour of the layout, showing you what I’ve been working on over the past 6 months.
LAYOUT UPDATE: Squealing!
Getting some work done on the layout. Installing the incline down from the BNSF Raceway to the NS interchange. I’m also installing an Iowa Scaled Engineering Squealer on the sharp curve to replicate the flange squeal as the train comes down the incline.
VIDEO TUTORIAL: Creating custom decals for 16th Street Mural scene
Follow along as I continue the build of my N scale model railroad. In this video I take you through editing photos & Google Street view screenshots to prepare the files for making my own decals for the 16th Street Murals scene.
LAYOUT UPDATE: 16th Street Murals
The first section of murals are up! And looking great! They came out a lot darker when printed onto the decal sheets, so I’ll have to lighten the images for the next section to allow for that, but I’m still happy with the result! Now onto the much larger section […]
VIDEO LAYOUT UPDATE: Scenery update
Follow along as I continue the build of my N scale model railroad. In this short episode I give you an update on the latest scenery progress. I thought I’d just do a video showing the current progress rather than lots of small ones trying to catch up. Hoping to […]
VIDEO UPDATE: Programming the ScaleTrains N Scale SD40 2 to work better with the Protothrottle
The ScaleTrains N Scale SD40-2 is a great runner, but it is even better when paired with a Protothrottle! In this tutorial I show you how to program the SD40-2 using the ESU LokProgrammer to work even better with the Protothrottle, slowing down the speed and matching the thottle notching […]
VIDEO UPDATE: scaletrains.com N Scale SD40-2 Mini-Review
I’ve done a mini-review of the scaletrains.com N Scale SD40-2 locomotive. I’ve been waiting for this model for a long time, and I am pleased to say the wait was worth it! Great details, smooth runner and great sound! Find out more in my video below!
VIDEO UPDATE: SD40-2 Review coming soon!
My review of the scaletrains.com N scale SD40-2’s is coming soon to my YouTube channel!
VIDEO UPDATE: Building Roads
My latest video update is now live on my YouTube channel. Follow along as I continue the build of my N scale model railroad. In this short episode I show you how I built the roads in the Western Avenue underpass scene.