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The British Railroader's Christmas Stash
Hi everyone. I hope you have had a good holiday season and hope that Santa brought you something nice for your model railroad. Here is what I got and details of an exciting announcement from Rapido that is sure to delight all of us LIRR modellers.
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Відео

Hornby TT:120 Class 66 Unboxing
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You may not have been expecting this one but I have been buying myself a little something, quite literally. It took a year or so to arrive but my Hornby TT:120 class 66 has finally arrived so let's take a little look shall we. This actual loco appeared in this video that I made when I was starting out: ua-cam.com/video/jxw-E5B4QkM/v-deo.htmlsi=oKxWLsmOXrAJGZa-
Brooklyn Park: Christmas Update 2024
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Merry Christmas everyone. The big day is almost here and to wet your appetites, a little Christmas update from Brooklyn Parl. Ho, Ho, Ho! If you are interested in the Model Rail Replacement Podcast episode on mental health and burn out, it can be found here: ua-cam.com/video/IUZRuZr49p0/v-deo.htmlsi=_CPgajNlVG3oxYYM If you like the podcast, you can find it on UA-cam or Spotify or Apple (I believe)
Model Rail Replacement Podcast Christmas Quiz 2024
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You better watch out as I am coming to...a podcast near you. Listen to the Model Rail Replacement Podcast on Spotify, Apple or tune in here on UA-cam at one of the channels below: youtube.com/@EmperorsPath?si=G7FtmKaSITHz58QV youtube.com/@WesternSignalman?si=GmwVBwFjwTDSSKh-
Steve on Merseyrail
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So a weekend up North to the lovely city of Liverpool led to a couple of hours spent on the Merseyrail system, so I just had to take some footage for posterity.
Brooklyn Park: Saturday Switching December 2024
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Time to spend a cosy Saturday playing trains, enjoy.
Speed Matching DCC Fitted Locomotives
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In a follow up to last week's video about consisting, I take a look at speed matching and try and take out some of the mystery.
Advanced Consisting with the NCE Powercab
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This video shows you how to create, use and then delete a consist using an NCE Powercab.
Passenger Trains on Brooklyn Park
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Time for a bit of silly fun on Brooklyn Park as I indulge in my love of passenger trains.
WifiTrax WFD 30 Brooklyn Park goes WiFi
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Today I look at the WifiTrax WFD-30 module for converting NCE DCC systems simply to WiFi. If you are in the UK and interested in buying one, they are acvailable via Coastal DCC in Ipswich: www.coastaldcc.co.uk/products/wifitrax/nce-cab-bus-wifi-interface For Larry Puckett's video on the system and using the IOS interface go to this video here: ua-cam.com/video/IgswqBurf70/v-deo.htmlsi=Zrk8aAtt5...
Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 8: Weathering
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The last part of Project 2790 is here and we are all about the weathering. As a bonus, I am weathering a transfer caboose as well. here are the 3 channels I mention in the video: You can see Lee (not Ian) and CSX Isola West here: youtube.com/@csx-isolawest2011?si=odUdR4xnP7srvEbC Deltic Film: youtube.com/@DelticFilm?si=KxQKEpxbLZMSlNPA 2 Nerds 1 Railway: youtube.com/@2nerds1railway?si=q-2use8lc...
Steve on the GWR
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Just a bit of bonus footage of some real trains that I saw on the GWR last weekend on my way to the NMRA convention in Cookham.
NMRA British Region Convention and Exhibition 2024
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For those of us over here in the UK that love modelling North American railroads, this is the show of the year. Full of great layouts and specialist dealers, this is the place to be. It was my first time and I got to meet loads of great people, catch up with old friends and make some new ones. If you do like to model what you see across the pond then consider joining the NMRA. Details can be fo...
Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 7: Wiring the Lights
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Almost the last part in this series. Today is about wiring the lights to the decoder and a little bit about programming (but not much).
Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 6: Roof and Cab Details
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Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 6: Roof and Cab Details
Flicker Free Lighting for HO Passenger Cars
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Flicker Free Lighting for HO Passenger Cars
Fitting HO Scale Ditch Lights - Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2) Part 5
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Fitting HO Scale Ditch Lights - Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2) Part 5
Brooklyn Park: Layout build update Number 29
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Brooklyn Park: Layout build update Number 29
Mid Essex Model Railway Club 45th Model Railway Exhibition 2024
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Mid Essex Model Railway Club 45th Model Railway Exhibition 2024
Show announcement - Mid Essex Model Railway Exhibition 2024
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Show announcement - Mid Essex Model Railway Exhibition 2024
Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 4: DCC, Weights and Fixing Problems
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Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 4: DCC, Weights and Fixing Problems
Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 3: Pilot Details
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Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 3: Pilot Details
Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 2: Lift Rings and Grab Irons
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Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 2: Lift Rings and Grab Irons
Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 1: Preparation
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Project 2790 (Detailing an Atlas Trainman GP38-2 in HO) Part 1: Preparation
Channel Update Special: 1K Subscribers
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Channel Update Special: 1K Subscribers
Brooklyn Park: Layout build update Number 28
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Brooklyn Park: Layout build update Number 28
Programming and Operating a Soundtraxx Blunami Decoder
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Programming and Operating a Soundtraxx Blunami Decoder
Fitting a Soundtraxx Blunami PNP Decoder to a HO Scale Atlas MP15DC
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Fitting a Soundtraxx Blunami PNP Decoder to a HO Scale Atlas MP15DC
Shoeburyness Model Railway Club, 40th Model Railway Exhibition 2024
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Shoeburyness Model Railway Club, 40th Model Railway Exhibition 2024
Friday Night is Train Set Time - Part 2 - Lego
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Friday Night is Train Set Time - Part 2 - Lego

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @DaveSCHS
    @DaveSCHS 9 годин тому

    This would be a hoot - take the crewman off the front porch of the Geep and put in a Krampus! Have a wonderful new year!

  • @billwilcox1060
    @billwilcox1060 12 годин тому

    Nice haul you made, Steve. I got socks (black and white only) and a locomotive, too. ho ho ho. Happy New Year!

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 12 годин тому

      Glad you got a loco as just socks would have been sad 😂. Happy New Year mate 👍

  • @JosephMusgrove
    @JosephMusgrove 13 годин тому

    Why oh why must Christmas come but once per year! 😉 Nice gifts!

  • @Jbm1996
    @Jbm1996 14 годин тому

    I've just started getting into North American stuff. Two layout plans in the works. A 1970 Milwakuee Road & then a modern Canadian Pacific Kansas City one. Milwakuee will be an autumn setting, and thr CPKC will be winter. Love you, layout as well giving me some good inspiration.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 13 годин тому

      @Jbm1996 really pleased I have been of some inspiration. Always happy to help

  • @theangelsmodellingandrailways
    @theangelsmodellingandrailways 18 годин тому

    Like the new loco, looks really nice. Atlas are superb performers too. All the best. Brian @ The Angels

  • @awblenko
    @awblenko 18 годин тому

    I’ve never met a GP40 I didn’t like!

  • @GenxDiorama
    @GenxDiorama 19 годин тому

    I like the Geep! Got some socks too, but not railroad related unfortunately haha 👊

  • @lacipenzes7109
    @lacipenzes7109 День тому

    Thank you for this great video. Did you buy it for 100£ (in preorder)? I understand well? Where and when? On the Hornby website?

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader День тому

      I pre-ordered it from Hornby as at the time, they were the only dealer. Given the price rises in the meantime I did get an amazing deal

    • @lacipenzes7109
      @lacipenzes7109 День тому

      Thank you for your answer. 🙂 You are very lucky, congratulations! 😊😊

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader День тому

      @lacipenzes7109 thanks for getting in touch. Hope you enjoyed the video. Hope to do more about TT in the future

  • @trevorbellTT120
    @trevorbellTT120 День тому

    TT 120 is a wonderful scale, and I look forward to seeing a TT layout on one of your videos soon.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader День тому

      @trevorbellTT120 thanks. Might be a while but will do a small one

  • @pauljonnson1181
    @pauljonnson1181 2 дні тому

    Why are class 66 only used for freight only can be used for passager service

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 2 дні тому

      @@pauljonnson1181 they were designed specifically as a freight engine but have seen occasional passenger use in special circumstances

  • @pauljonnson1181
    @pauljonnson1181 2 дні тому

    I've got that class 66 in n gauge

  • @marka87
    @marka87 2 дні тому

    Merry Christmas Steve - have you seen the new Rapido launch Ho Ho Ho 🎄

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 2 дні тому

      @@marka87 Happy Christmas. I will check out Rapido straight away!

  • @DaveSCHS
    @DaveSCHS 3 дні тому

    Very nice looking loco!

  • @glennchristodoulou1981
    @glennchristodoulou1981 3 дні тому

    Great unboxing video

  • @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY
    @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY 3 дні тому

    Merry Christmas, Steve. We're hoping to have a rest after delivering all the custard in time for Christmas 😁🎅🎄⛄️👍

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 3 дні тому

      Hope you guys have a great time. Custard and mince pies 👍🎅

    • @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY
      @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY 3 дні тому

      @@thebritishrailroader definitely, the mince pies are just coming out of the oven 🎅🎄⛄️😁👍

  • @HighFell
    @HighFell 3 дні тому

    Nice look over the TT:120 66. The lighting functions are more logical with the free sound profile you can drop into the HM7000 decoders. I wouldn’t add any extra lube, everything delivered so far in TT:120 from Hornby is well lubricated! They all improve dramatically again with running in. 😁👍

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 3 дні тому

      @HighFell thanks for the advice. The more I am running it, the better it is getting. I do need a decent decoder, the one I have is a cheap Lais DCC one. Does all the functions etc but limited on the fine motor control. I am just used to using Soundtraxx lol

    • @HighFell
      @HighFell 3 дні тому

      @ if you get the N18 HM 7000 one, you can drop the 00 class 66 sound profile in, you can set CV 144 to 1 (default is 0) that always smooths things out and you can also perform a motor calibration which is dead easy and really fine tunes the profiles to individual motors. The TT:120 specific sound profile that will have the functions already marked up etc is due to be released next week or so. Can’t wait for my 66 to arrive, it’s a DCC fitted as I managed to bag a pre order bargain a while back. Have fun with it, TT has some stunning models, not sure it’s very active in US though, where it actually started many decades ago. 🎄👍

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 3 дні тому

      @HighFell thanks for the advice. Not had a great start with the HM7000 decoders as the 21 pin one I had in a 00 model burnt out. Looking around this seems to be unusual, but still puts you off

    • @HighFell
      @HighFell 3 дні тому

      @ Absolutely, but Hornby has great customer care and look after people. I have fitted N18 and 8pin to TT:120 locos and even non Hornby one, not had a single issue. I use the App to set profiles up and tweak CVs but run via my Dynamis as I prefer a tactile control for operating. Tried a few DCC systems recently, Piko Smart Control, GM Infinity and Z21, and I’m back on the Dynamis! It’s only downsides is it only goes to f20 and the IR link does need line of sight. HM DCC on App is the most intuitive system there is and I say that as a techno Luddite! If you have a smart device well worth having the app and playing about with it, it can do a lot.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 3 дні тому

      @HighFell I use the NCE Powercab. It is the finest system I have ever used. You can also (as I have) set it up wireless using either its own tech or the Wifitrax system - worth doing. I do disagree about the HM7000 Bluetooth interface. I found it very clunky and not intuitive at all. But then I use a lot of Soundtraxx and their Bluetooth system, Blunami, knocks Hornby's efforts out of the water. The only advantage the Hornby system has is that you can load sound files, whereas Soundtraxx decoders come pre-loaded with half a dozen or so, therefore you have to choose the correct decoder for your loco type. They also have amazing motor and sound control. They do a UK diesel decoder with the class 66 on it, but not in next 18 unfortunately

  • @mactrains
    @mactrains 3 дні тому

    Great unboxing and initial impressions. I've posted it to the Hornby TT120 forum for others who are interested. Nicely done! Looks a quality model.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 3 дні тому

      @@mactrains thanks, I am pretty happy with it. I need a better decoder (just have a cheap Lais DCC at the moment) but it runs well

  • @csxrensville5105
    @csxrensville5105 3 дні тому

    Very nice loco. Well detailed and finished. As you say, Steve tweaking the CVs will sort out the smooth running.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 3 дні тому

      I have had some success but I am only using a cheap LaisDCC decoder so it has limited motor controls, but it is a lot smoother. I will ask Santa for something a bit more fancy for Christmas lol. Have a great one and see you again soon

    • @csxrensville5105
      @csxrensville5105 3 дні тому

      @thebritishrailroader I've got the AE Models decoders in mine, only to get them running. They are good decoders. Happy Christmas & and all the best for new year!

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 3 дні тому

      @csxrensville5105 I was gonna try one of them, will pick one up after Christmas. Have a great time mate, Merry Christmas

  • @petertate8366
    @petertate8366 4 дні тому

    Great looking model considering its size.Plenty of detail looks good.😊

  • @GenxDiorama
    @GenxDiorama 4 дні тому

    Nice! I do like a class 66 and I love unwrapping and unboxing things. The anticipation 🥰

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 4 дні тому

      @GenxDiorama they are a favourite locomotive of mine. Enjoyed doing the unboxing video, a bit different

    • @AndrewBlenko
      @AndrewBlenko 4 дні тому

      Victoria's Secret has built a brand on that very principal!

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 4 дні тому

      @AndrewBlenko 🤣🤣🤣

  • @MichaelCampin
    @MichaelCampin 4 дні тому

    Shit engine used by BR the model may be better but no TT for me,as you said made in US no point in UK

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 4 дні тому

      @MichaelCampin not everyone's cup of tea, but each to their own

    • @MichaelCampin
      @MichaelCampin 4 дні тому

      @thebritishrailroader yes I agree with you but I stick with my 64 nearly 65 year old ho/00 scale of which I have over 100 models

  • @cadillacescalade5428
    @cadillacescalade5428 4 дні тому

    That's those karate chopping gates lol

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 4 дні тому

      @@cadillacescalade5428 they are mu h slower now lol

    • @cadillacescalade5428
      @cadillacescalade5428 4 дні тому

      @thebritishrailroader Yeah he sells a circuit board that the servos connect to that connects to the main board. I have one of these kits, as well but I don't use it, it still boxed up had it for 4 year's, I am into arduino so I have built my own grade Crossing kits that I can add any kinda bell to.

  • @danielbonham9336
    @danielbonham9336 4 дні тому

    I have burnout so know what you mean , take care ,Merry Christmas Steve 🎉

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 4 дні тому

      @@danielbonham9336 Happy Christmas mate, have fun and take care too

  • @GenxDiorama
    @GenxDiorama 5 днів тому

    Nice, the sweater also! There are alleays minor downsides to any layout, but I think yours is really great for that space. Last two weeks I had had a small burn-out myself. All the woodworking and big projects were a bit in the way so I switched to operating and modeling to fire the engine again. Making videos was getting more important than enjoying myself with my layout and trains. And that was not what I intended when I started this project. Coming weeks I will tweak my concept to get out of it what I want and not what I think my subscribers want to see. Do you have an operating plan for your space? It helps me a lot to have a story and a plan for that, so I can model things following the operational logics of it. Merry Christmas Steve, get yourself a present by finishing the diner you british Boomer! 😂

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 5 днів тому

      @GenxDiorama Hi Sebas, Merry Christmas mate. I know what you mean and I am changing the way I make videos by planning and filming ahead where I can. I am also going to refocus the channel a little in the new year with a bit more emphasis on tutorials and reviews as they seem to do well. I do have a back story to Brooklyn Park and a loose operational plan where I can run sessions where I switch different numbers of industries or even none at all (MOW moves by the LIRR). Have a great Christmas and Happy New Year

    • @GenxDiorama
      @GenxDiorama 2 дні тому

      I tried doing tutorials but definetely not my favourite part doing. Sometimes I don’t even know what I’m doing myself and just going with the flow and tend to forget getting the instructions in the video haha. I like seeing them tho’! Keep up the good work and enjoy these days!

  • @Gaz3801
    @Gaz3801 6 днів тому

    G'day Steve, Another great video to finish the year off. It is also great to see you talk about what may be coming in the future. Like you, I have not done a layout updatet due to too many other distractions. As for burn out, we all go through that. Merry Christmas to you and Mrs British Railroader. 🎄 All the best for 2025 from down under ! 🙃🌏 Cheers, Gary.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 6 днів тому

      @Gaz3801 cheers mate and Happy Christmas to you and yours, I hope it isn't too hot for you 😉😁

    • @Gaz3801
      @Gaz3801 5 днів тому

      @@thebritishrailroader Beautiful weather currently, although Christmas day will be 30*C and Boxing day 34*C... 😉 Cheers, Gary.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 5 днів тому

      @Gaz3801 mate, that is no temperature to eat turkey 🤣. Have a great time

    • @Gaz3801
      @Gaz3801 4 дні тому

      @@thebritishrailroader Very rarely do we eat turkey down under, it's Christmas ham (baked), seafood and salads, followed by Christmas pudding ! Yummo. 😋

  • @JosephMusgrove
    @JosephMusgrove 6 днів тому

    Always fun to visit Brooklyn Park! Merry Christmas! I understand about layout burnout and anxiety. There have been occasions where I start thinking about all the things I still need to do on the layout and feel overwhelmed. Taking a break helps me focus again. “Certainly a reminder that my switching layout is big enough!”😊

  • @clivewilkinson6076
    @clivewilkinson6076 6 днів тому

    Steve,, you and your family have a great Christmas and New Year. Your thoughts on what you might do differently are particularly useful as I should be starting a new build in February, provisionally called Lakota Springs, and having had a garage conversion done as a railway room. I have learned a great deal from you, so thank you.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 6 днів тому

      @clivewilkinson6076 hi Clive. Glad you enjoyed the video and that I have been able to help in some way. Merry Christmas to you and yours

  • @awblenko
    @awblenko 6 днів тому

    I completely agree about the accessory wiring bus - I think we only think about that as we add new lighting, so we are always playing catch up. Happy Christmas mate, a a great Christmas jumper you have there!

  • @thecnwmondovilinepaulscota7304
    @thecnwmondovilinepaulscota7304 6 днів тому

    Thanks for the update, Steve. Merry Xmas to you and yours!

  • @What_If_We_Tried
    @What_If_We_Tried 6 днів тому

    Thanks so much for your thoughts / insights about your current layout Steve, and a very Merry Christmas to you and yours.

  • @jimbarrett1975
    @jimbarrett1975 6 днів тому

    Great update Steve, and some very interesting thoughts on how we develop from one layout to the next. Planning the next layout whilst working on the current one allows you time to think about the features you might be missing, and to refine your ideas through experiences, good and bad. You've also inspired me to squeeze one more video in before the holidays if I can!

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 6 днів тому

      @@jimbarrett1975 thanks Jim, glad you enjoyed it, I look forward to seeing your next update 👍

  • @jasongeritz1602
    @jasongeritz1602 6 днів тому

    Thanks for the update Steve. Have a great Christmas mate. If it’s too cold you can always come down under. 🎄

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 6 днів тому

      @jasongeritz1602 Happy Christmas to you too mate. Given half a chance, I'd be down with you guys like a shot. Have a good one 👍

  • @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY
    @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY 6 днів тому

    Great update, Steve, and it's interesting to hear your thoughts on possibly your next layout. You're right. There are always lessons to be learned for future reference and improvements. I'm trying to improve things on my next layout, which will be a 009-layout. It's still at the early stages at the moment. There's the baseboard built and lots of mocking up the scenery, very similar to what Dylan has done. The trouble is that it's been in the same stage for months. It was photographed in this stage several months ago for a bookazine, which came out a couple of weeks ago or so. It has reminded me of the fact that I've done nothing to it, so I'm determined to crack on with it in the New Year. Have a great Christmas...cheers, James 🎅 🙂

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 6 днів тому

      @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY hi James, glad you enjoyed the video, always thinking ahead and reflecting on what I could do differently. Have a great Christmas and say hi to Dylan for me. Steve

    • @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY
      @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY 6 днів тому

      @thebritishrailroader I'll be showing Dylan this video when I see him on Monday, but I'll be talking to him later on the phone, so I'll say hi to him from you 🙂👍

  • @calvinliu6304
    @calvinliu6304 7 днів тому

    Hello STEVE

  • @edwardrygiel5178
    @edwardrygiel5178 10 днів тому

    Love your details ,

  • @donovanemery597
    @donovanemery597 10 днів тому

    The closest point of the Merseyrail System to me is Chester

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 10 днів тому

      @donovanemery597 sadly I never made it that far but hope to in the future. Hope you enjoyed the video

    • @donovanemery597
      @donovanemery597 10 днів тому

      @@thebritishrailroader I did

  • @LyntreeTown20132
    @LyntreeTown20132 10 днів тому

    Great Video Steve, having not been there i didnt realise how big Liverpool Station is

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 10 днів тому

      @LyntreeTown20132 thanks, glad you enjoyed it. It is a bit larger than you would think, bigger than some of the smaller London termini (e.g. Fenchurch Street and Marylebone). I will definitely need to explore more when I am next up that way.

  • @awblenko
    @awblenko 11 днів тому

    Great video of commuter rail Steve! The dusk shots are interesting, but I'd love to check out Liverpool Station on a future visit to the UK. Of course, I'm especially smitten with the Class 350s. Bravo!

  • @glennchristodoulou1981
    @glennchristodoulou1981 11 днів тому

    Great video

  • @darrenhillman8396
    @darrenhillman8396 11 днів тому

    Hi Steve, My local network! Hope you got to travel on a 507 while you were up here? Sadly now out of service, with only two left, one of which is to be preserved. What do you think if the constant bombardment with so called “safety” announcements?! Regulars just ignore them now so they seem to have the reverse effect! The new 777 units have their pluses and minuses. Rapid acceleration / overly hard seats, light and airy / irregular floor height, etc. “See it, say it, sorted”. Great idea but overly repetitive..! I note European railways don’t have this many announcements. The joys of living in what has become “Nanny State” Britain, eh?! Keep up the good work on your modelling. Best wishes from Wirral.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 11 днів тому

      @darrenhillman8396 hi mate. Sadly I never made it up to you to ride the 508s, this was my first trip to your great city. The trains down here in the south are the same when it comes to announcements, TFL trains are especially bad. I enjoyed the 777s and as I will need to come up again, I will explore a little more. Thanks for the comment and hope you enjoy the channel. Cheers 👍

  • @DaveSCHS
    @DaveSCHS 13 днів тому

    Looked like a fun operating session. Switching layouts are great for packing a lot of fun in a limited period of time. I love the crewman on the front porch of 261.

  • @jimbarrett1975
    @jimbarrett1975 13 днів тому

    There's nothing better than watching a bit of operating. Great stuff.

  • @csxrensville5105
    @csxrensville5105 13 днів тому

    Enjoyed that Steve. I feel the need to fire up my layout. 😃

  • @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY
    @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY 13 днів тому

    It is a very enjoyable video, Steve. We enjoyed watching the trains in action, and it was good to see Francis selling his ice cream over in Brooklyn Park. We wondered where he'd got as we didn't see him in Dylington today.. Cheers James and Dylan 🙂👍

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 13 днів тому

      @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY cheers guys, glad you enjoyed it 👍

    • @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY
      @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY 13 днів тому

      @thebritishrailroader we certainly did, and the background noises as well 🙂👍

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 13 днів тому

      @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY I was taking a leaf out of Dylan's play book

    • @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY
      @DYLINGTONMODELRAILWAY 13 днів тому

      @@thebritishrailroader Stop-motion animation coming next then Steve 😁👍

  • @awblenko
    @awblenko 13 днів тому

    Very well done Steve! Nice, realistic speeds and coupling. I can’t wait to hear how you managed the background urban soundtrack of traffic, planes, wailing sirens and barking dogs!

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 13 днів тому

      @awblenko all post production editing my friend. I am pleased you enjoyed it 😄

    • @marknilsen8520
      @marknilsen8520 4 дні тому

      ​@@thebritishrailroaderFun seeing some of my hometown modeled. I'm originally from Bay Ridge.

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 4 дні тому

      @marknilsen8520 I hope I have been able to capture the essence of the area, if not, sorry 😉

    • @marknilsen8520
      @marknilsen8520 4 дні тому

      @@thebritishrailroader Hey - ya did good. You should look into running a sound track somehow, to make the experience more enjoyable. Cheers Mate!

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 4 дні тому

      @marknilsen8520 I did some background sounds for the film but they were added post production. Glad the layout is shaping up well

  • @EmpireBeltRR
    @EmpireBeltRR 13 днів тому

    Nice job Steve!!! Love the sounds of Brooklyn!!!! Can't have enough sirens and barking dogs!!!

  • @marka87
    @marka87 13 днів тому

    Really nice operating, definitely get a real sense of that inner city location

  • @marka87
    @marka87 13 днів тому

    That Golden West car is a long way from home

  • @GenxDiorama
    @GenxDiorama 13 днів тому

    Operating session! 😍 Now watching…

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 13 днів тому

      @GenxDiorama cheers Sebas. Hope to see some operating sessions on yours once it is up and running 😉👍

  • @theangelsmodellingandrailways
    @theangelsmodellingandrailways 13 днів тому

    Nice wee switching session, lovely slow running too. Good to see these types of uploads. All the best. Brian

    • @thebritishrailroader
      @thebritishrailroader 13 днів тому

      @theangelsmodellingandrailways cheers Brian. Very pleased you enjoyed it