Follow along as I continue the build of my N scale model railroad. In this episode I unbox the laser-cut N scale helix kit, and then progress with the building of this kit. I’ll show you all the steps and explain the process as I build this helix. Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel to follow my layout building progress. Also please follow my Facebook page as I will be adding photos and updates to that as I build my new layout. The laser-cut helix kit was bought from Gleiswendel Shop (Track Helix shop) https://www.gleiswendelshop.de/ This is a […]
Build an N scale Helix in less than 2 hours?!
Yep, it’s possible! This helix took me about 1.5hrs to build, including cutting the base it’s going to be sitting on. Thank goodness for laser-cut helix kits! Build video out soon, hopefully later this week.
What’s in the box?
What’s in the box? Unboxing video coming later this week…the helix has arrived!
Building a new (N scale) Model Railroad – Episode 5
Following on from my fourth video, in Episode 5 I finally start on my track planning, beginning with the helix, which will be the anchor point from where the track planning starts. Follow on as I explain why I’m doing this, as well as what track I have chosen for the helix, and how I’ve decided on a size for the helix. More to come in the following months (& years!), including researching and photographing locations, deciding on a track plan, and then the fun bit…the actual construction! Don’t forget to subscribe to my channel to follow my progress!
New video coming soon…
Just working on a new video – track planning is just starting – and these will be playing a part in it…be sure to keep an eye out for the upcoming video to find out more!
Building a new (N scale) Model Railroad – Episode 4
Following on from my third video, in Episode 4 I continue the research and give you a very brief overview of what I want from my new model railroad, what features I want to include and the considerations for the various features. More to come in the following months (& years!), including researching and photographing locations, deciding on a track plan, and then the fun bit…the actual construction! Don’t forget to subscribe to my channel to follow my progress!
Building a new (N scale) Model Railroad – Episode 3
Following on from my second video, in Episode 3 I continue the research and give you a very brief introduction to the freight operations on the Chicago Sub, with maps showing the yards and some footage from a recent trip. More to come in the following months (& years!), including researching and photographing locations, deciding on a track plan, and then the fun bit…the actual construction! Don’t forget to subscribe to my channel to follow my progress!