Yes, because any idiot can drive and vomit like Chris Evans, but if you choose to watch paint dry with James May, James will tell you something wise and interesting, something that you couldn't hear anywhere else.
BBC never knew what they had. They don't get the connection that people the world over had with the Holy Trinity and why it's insane to try to replicate in a contrived manner.
In the midst of so much clickbait, fake news, blinkered unreasoning debate, and political BS, there still exists a place of quite, calm, relaxed, wholesomeness that makes UA-cam worth visiting occasionally. If you know where to look, and what you are looking for/at. All it really needs to have a more positive view on UA-cam content, I've finally found, is to do the filtering yourself. We all 'want content' - but don't let them tell you what that means, or that it's free, or that it's good because it's popular. I've had this on my list of possible things to watch for a while now*. And I've waited until it just felt like I was ready to watch it. And it's very, very satisfying. :)) * Edit: I must have been thinking of another JM post above; because when I got to the end of this one and found there was no part 2 I was SO sad. Until I realised that this has just been posted! Real 'live' content: not just another dead end that won't ever be followed up, hopefully. And that made me happier than anything has this month, tbh.
May: 28 minutes of careful examination and repairs Clarkson: smashes it with a hammer immediately Hammond: somehow almost kills himself with the toy train Stig: Sets a new nurburgring record with it
Everyone's going on about how great it is to listen to JM talking about drying paint and all that. (And I don't disagree.) But about halfway through it struck me just how much Mike's keenness, enthusiasm and 'wholesomeness' also makes this fascinating viewing too. A brat of a nephew would make this very awkward to watch. Mike certainly deserves more credit than he is getting here.
I’ve loved toy stories and the repeats. The one on meccano when James travels to France was great. I’m a Dutch female born in 1950 and my parents didn’t had no money for that kind of toys
Always kills me when I am reminded that I am essentially the same age as James and the other Top Gear guys. James seems soooooooo much older. Pretty sure he was old when he was young.
I think it's amazing just how good all three of the original TG now GT presenters are at making anything at all fascinating, I mean any one of them could basically carry any show at all and combining them is magic. Could literally watch this kind of thing forever.
Richard Hammond is making a show repairing and restoring old cars. I say, why not make a show with James May repairing and restoring old toys. And that's an honest idea, cuz it's a show I would honestly love to watch.
I cannot clearly express how much joy this sort of repair attempt brings me. I'm someone that is repairing buzzing bits and blinky blinks. I'm horribly frustrated by the disposable world we have created. Thanks for this.
It's nice seeing a model train getting restored on a mainstream channel. I enjoy restoring these things and you don't usually see them getting restored somewhere popular. I've been a fan of this channel, James may & model trains - I never would have guessed all three would be combine in one video :)
I'd really love to see more model train races like the ones he did a few years ago; as a kid I watched them, and even being 19 now I'd still love to see more.
Love the moment James realises he's just blown the motor and while trying to gloss over the fact nearly yanks the wires out of the running gear! It was a near calamity. 😂
i love my fleischman, he was our neighbour for his retired years, cleaned all my stuff in his firm for me for free and of course, gifted us sometimes a little wagon or sth. what great days back in the 80s. and what a great man mr. fleischman was! sadly the firm went bankrypt i think and bought by märklin. much love from germany and thanks for the super video!
Finally! James May is the Disassembler. Plus PAIR troubleshooting (Probe, Analyse, Isolate and Resolve). Can’t wait for part two! Some of the best engineering has been done accompanied by wine.
As an O scale model railroad fan, this is very informative, although I also like to see my trains run, I enjoy the scenery, model building, and attempt to make my layout as realistic as I can, all part of the fun Mr. May.
I've got to be completely honest I've never really wanted to have a toy train but after watching this video I found myself captivated with how in depth and ingenious they really are I think I'm going to head of to a store and get one for myself
I just love james methodical way he explains stuff. Hes kinda like that uncle that does cool stuff but takes time to explain it to you . Love it more please
How have I missed these xxxTribe channels? I find James May as the more entertaining one of the 3 when they are outside of the TG/GT. I also like his style since I can put it on when I'm going to sleep without blaring music, etc.
I don’t understand how there’s millions of UA-cam videos but for some reason I’m captivated and can watch James discuss toy train troubleshooting symptoms for hours
Please for the love of any deity of your choosing, do a 1 hour model railway challenge. The rules; 1. It must be a working model - The trains must run. 2. It must be built on a shelf 7 foot long by 8 inches wide (Purely because that's the size of my first layout. 9 quid from B&Q) 3. It must have scenery. Hills, grass, trees, etc. 4. It must be operated by conventional DC (Old school controllers) 5. Wine. 6. Brownie points for working extra features. Signals, point work, lighting, etc.
Great video, perhaps a magnifying table lamp for Christmas?, I kept reaching for the light switch during the video :). At 14:59 my experience is oil on sliding (and rolling) electrical parts can prevent arcing and keep the surfaces clean. I have even oiled the rails of a (garden!) OO set which makes the train run very reliably and leaves the wheels and track lovely and clean (OO tracks left outside appear to get an invisible dirt film that stops the train after a couple of yards due to dirt build-up on the pickup wheels) - _but_ grip takes a big dive so you need a flat layout to do it with.
I suspect a glass of red is an essential part of his tool kit for repairing toy trains. Whenever something gets difficult or frustrating, a gulp of wine relieves the tension and gives him new energy to tackle the problem.
I've never had any interest in train toys before watching this and now I still don't. But I watched this all the way through with intent. May and this chap are very calming and easy to watch. tbh I want to see more. Bravo.
Castle class :" Help I can't move." Flying Scotts man with realistic chuffing sound :" I know just the man ,A man who has repaired me to run a main line ,to go head to head with the Germans.''
"Geography of Parts." Been using that strategy since I was a child, but never thought about there being a name for it! People think I'm OTT for doing it that way, but I'm sure it started after the first time I couldn't put one of my toys back together, lol.
I restored an old Hornby Albert Hall loco someone gave me, which had been up in the attic for years. It didn't run, but following a full disassemble, clean, oil and reassembly it works great! Has that 1970's smell and realistic "chuff chuff" sound :D
New top gear: We need exciting hosts doing crazy things!
Old top gear fans: we’d watch James May watch paint dry
Well he would, of course, have to dive into the history and/or the science behind what is happening relating it to experiences from his life.
Yes, because any idiot can drive and vomit like Chris Evans, but if you choose to watch paint dry with James May, James will tell you something wise and interesting, something that you couldn't hear anywhere else.
I would listen to him say things about paint
Or watch him assemble a telephone.
BBC never knew what they had. They don't get the connection that people the world over had with the Holy Trinity and why it's insane to try to replicate in a contrived manner.
The reassembler returns
I would love to see James do a new series of that program.
Took the words out of my mouth
James May is like Bob Ross of reassembling
Yes please
Common BBC there are six people here that would watch a new series that's like double of last time!
I really can't explain it, but I love Jame's doing reassembler type stuff.
It's so soothing, like watching a crackling fireplace
Would love more Reassembler or Manlab!
100% agree with Vincini Car. Soothing. Perfect to watch while rebuilding my slot cars.
In the midst of so much clickbait, fake news, blinkered unreasoning debate, and political BS, there still exists a place of quite, calm, relaxed, wholesomeness that makes UA-cam worth visiting occasionally. If you know where to look, and what you are looking for/at.
All it really needs to have a more positive view on UA-cam content, I've finally found, is to do the filtering yourself. We all 'want content' - but don't let them tell you what that means, or that it's free, or that it's good because it's popular.
I've had this on my list of possible things to watch for a while now*. And I've waited until it just felt like I was ready to watch it. And it's very, very satisfying. :))
* Edit: I must have been thinking of another JM post above; because when I got to the end of this one and found there was no part 2 I was SO sad. Until I realised that this has just been posted! Real 'live' content: not just another dead end that won't ever be followed up, hopefully. And that made me happier than anything has this month, tbh.
its most wondferful.
May: 28 minutes of careful examination and repairs
Clarkson: smashes it with a hammer immediately
Hammond: somehow almost kills himself with the toy train
Stig: Sets a new nurburgring record with it
Stig who
@@23gatesy
All we know is that he's called The Stig!
@@anindrapratama No repairs at all as yet...its been a week, hope he sticks to his day job...
Not the stig. The stig’s toy collector cousin!
Thank you for this comment, it tickled me.
The camera glitch at 8:13 has never made me laugh so hard
Lol
Guess there is still some electricity stored in that old train 😂😂😂
James is having an electrogasm right there
I'm actually dying xD xD xD
Is there someone under the table doing James? 😂
I could literally listen for hours to James May talking about toy trains, Airfix and life in general.
Mark S. Imagine going to a pub with him?
@@adaptorperish1322 mate I’m half tempted to get a job at drivtribe just to invite James for a drink
It's like watching an uncle teaching his nephew the meaning of life
@Le Jeune 6troëniste Dear lord, learn to put a proper sentence together or don't bother at all.
@@99Plastics .. With a name like that, English is probably not his first language. So, we can be a bit more patient, right?
Everyone's going on about how great it is to listen to JM talking about drying paint and all that. (And I don't disagree.)
But about halfway through it struck me just how much Mike's keenness, enthusiasm and 'wholesomeness' also makes this fascinating viewing too.
A brat of a nephew would make this very awkward to watch. Mike certainly deserves more credit than he is getting here.
Is it a woman .
This video was like watching a doting father and adoring son... This was so wholesome!
DADDY AND HIS CHICKEN
Captain Slow meets Mr Even slower.
It is...heard so many say they wish James was their dad and it´s not hard to understand why.
More like sensei and disciple
This just makes me wish James May's Toy Stories returns.
Toy Stories was one of the best television programs ever honestly
I’ve loved toy stories and the repeats. The one on meccano when James travels to France was great. I’m a Dutch female born in 1950 and my parents didn’t had no money for that kind of toys
Is this like the reassembler all over again? Love it!
"I started doing this when I was 10 - 11 years old"
James, the steam train itself had only just been invented when you were born. xD
some say that he actually invented the steam engine.
Doc brown built one in 1885
Always kills me when I am reminded that I am essentially the same age as James and the other Top Gear guys. James seems soooooooo much older. Pretty sure he was old when he was young.
I believe he was good friends with George Stephenson and was one of the first people to ride the Rocket. :D
@@cvn6555 Did you know James went to school with John the Baptist.
I think it's amazing just how good all three of the original TG now GT presenters are at making anything at all fascinating, I mean any one of them could basically carry any show at all and combining them is magic.
Could literally watch this kind of thing forever.
But does it have “Realistic Chuffing Sound?”
Happy Hertzair unfortunately it’s not triang, because these were for rich kids and old stiffs that weren’t too keen on fun things like chuffing sounds
Love the reference to his toy stories series haha
it works if the engine is engine driven then you could place the realistic chuffing sound in the locomotive's tender
@@Insect_Expert1489 the old tri-ang and railway models are engine powered means there's more space in the tender for sounds
James May is my favorite host for any show of any kind. I can't think of anyone else I'd rather watch presenting, especially stuff like this.
Richard Hammond is making a show repairing and restoring old cars. I say, why not make a show with James May repairing and restoring old toys. And that's an honest idea, cuz it's a show I would honestly love to watch.
James' voice is incredibly soothing, I could listen to him talk all day.
“I could ring my Dad, but bugger it.”
#word 😂👍🏼
The Most Expensive Toy Train Repairman in the World, and Mike got it done free. Great show.
Today is the day I reevaluate my life, I'm actually enjoying this FFS.
I think you've got plenty of company... ;-)
James May fixes things would be a good regular series. Would watch 10/10
If you don't know about it, he had that. James May, The Reassembler. But we do need more of that.
Might just be the best James video so far, love it
James May is therapy, can't explain the details of this phenomenon. He just is.
Karl os He somehow is like ASMR, except you also learn things listening to him.
"All we had to do was follow the damn train CJ" - big smoke
JC Denton I’ll have 2 number 9’s an number 9 large a number 6 with extra dip
Toughest mission. Ever.
@@grbrtv4527 cuz smoke can't shoot straight
James May - The Grandpa I always wished I had!
I love anything involving JM and trains. Absolute legend
I cannot clearly express how much joy this sort of repair attempt brings me. I'm someone that is repairing buzzing bits and blinky blinks. I'm horribly frustrated by the disposable world we have created. Thanks for this.
Now THIS is content!
It's nice seeing a model train getting restored on a mainstream channel. I enjoy restoring these things and you don't usually see them getting restored somewhere popular. I've been a fan of this channel, James may & model trains - I never would have guessed all three would be combine in one video :)
I LOVED the Reassembler. Every episode!
Can’t wait for the next video!!! I miss the reassembler so much!!! James may is a legend!!!!!
The Reassembler is the shop teacher we all wish we had growing up...I could watch these for hours!
I'd really love to see more model train races like the ones he did a few years ago; as a kid I watched them, and even being 19 now I'd still love to see more.
I love listening to James May ramble on while tinkering. The reassembler returns! And it’s about time Man Lab came back too!
Love the moment James realises he's just blown the motor and while trying to gloss over the fact nearly yanks the wires out of the running gear! It was a near calamity. 😂
Simon67316 Wait for part 2. The motor is fine.
Love this makes me want to get my old train set out I laughed when you placed the wine glass in between the camera and the train brilliant 👍
James is even more nostalgic over a glass of wine, love when you talk about trains or anything old James
+1. .. Sir James May is a gentleman and a scholar. .. An industrious, curious and clever kid at heart. Cheers, Vail, Colorado
i love my fleischman, he was our neighbour for his retired years, cleaned all my stuff in his firm for me for free and of course, gifted us sometimes a little wagon or sth. what great days back in the 80s. and what a great man mr. fleischman was! sadly the firm went bankrypt i think and bought by märklin. much love from germany and thanks for the super video!
Sir James May... You are my childhood... Don't stop, we love it... 👍
I remember James talking about that glorious screw holding screwdriver in the reassembler. I totally need one
Finally! James May is the Disassembler. Plus PAIR troubleshooting (Probe, Analyse, Isolate and Resolve). Can’t wait for part two! Some of the best engineering has been done accompanied by wine.
The Reassembler, but this time you can see the liquid propulsion, instead of hidden in a "tea" cup. Love it!
Holyshit I thought the scenes where James starts explaining things that goes on forever were gimmicks. Turns out they are real lol
As an O scale model railroad fan, this is very informative, although I also like to see my trains run, I enjoy the scenery, model building, and attempt to make my layout as realistic as I can, all part of the fun Mr. May.
This is utterly joyous. In a world gone mad I need to watch more of James May being slow
24:28 James is under the influence😏😂
😂😂😂😂 of electrogasm
Its oddly satisfying to watch May fix trains ......... I can watch this all day....
I've got to be completely honest I've never really wanted to have a toy train but after watching this video I found myself captivated with how in depth and ingenious they really are I think I'm going to head of to a store and get one for myself
James may finds town planning dull.
I think the takeaway here is: James May finds something dull.
And clearly many people don't find it dull at all considering how popular city building games are. :D
Yup, made the mistake of buying Cities Skyline last week...I want my life back... (SimCity sucks compared to it.)
@@TheAlfsterino Yeah the newest SimCity specifically is just awful.
TheAlfsterino welcome to the club
I really like Tropico 6, that’s another good alternative to SimCity.
Fabulous!
All the Top Gear banter was inspired by a genuine character.
This is a very insightful film into who James May really is.
Slow TV / UA-cam. Exactly what we need after a hectic day at the office to unwind.. Perfect!!! Keep it up mister reassembler!
Love it james may, you make pretty much everything interesting, love model trains 👍
This man know's how to live the good life. Wine, and the best train hobby. Love u May!
Absolutely never in my life have I ever had interest in trains or toy trains. But still watched and enjoyed the whole video.
mike looks like a kid observing dad doing something to fix his toy.. He is the real life version of baby yoda in this video :D
I like how may is the only one who could pull a video like this off.
My hat off to you, you do know how to work. And you have an engineer vein in you. A competent one at that.
Can't wait for Part 2.
Reassembler is one of my favourite tv programmes of all time, so this is like an early christmas gift. thanks James and Drivetribe!
James for PM 🙏
Remember that means war with France day 2 lol
Don't forget he will have the RAF bomb Hammersmith. Lol
Ph
@@madialeader5150 and Nurburgring
He's a remainer fuk that.....
I just love james methodical way he explains stuff. Hes kinda like that uncle that does cool stuff but takes time to explain it to you . Love it more please
How have I missed these xxxTribe channels? I find James May as the more entertaining one of the 3 when they are outside of the TG/GT. I also like his style since I can put it on when I'm going to sleep without blaring music, etc.
I enjoy seeing the tools, train and makings of the family train.
Love that electric smell of childhood toys.
I don’t understand how there’s millions of UA-cam videos but for some reason I’m captivated and can watch James discuss toy train troubleshooting symptoms for hours
Who needs ASMR when you can just listen to james may talking about the repairment and functionality of toy trains? Absolutely amazing
Please for the love of any deity of your choosing, do a 1 hour model railway challenge.
The rules;
1. It must be a working model - The trains must run.
2. It must be built on a shelf 7 foot long by 8 inches wide (Purely because that's the size of my first layout. 9 quid from B&Q)
3. It must have scenery. Hills, grass, trees, etc.
4. It must be operated by conventional DC (Old school controllers)
5. Wine.
6. Brownie points for working extra features. Signals, point work, lighting, etc.
Am I the only one that would like to see an episode of May teaches Clarkson and Hammond to fix toy trains?
I could watch James May sweep a floor and be completely interested! James May is just the Best!
Memories of The Reassembler returning!
When is part 2 coming out
You're a great teacher James May. I wish that December 4 2019 was months ago now that I have to wait for the rest of this.
This is really really cool! Can't wait for the next part. This channel is getting better and better!
Where’s Part 2???? The suspense is killing me, James May what an absolute, total LEGEND😁😁😁😁
I came to the comments to see where part is. I can't find it.
I do so love watching james may so carefully disassemble things.
What an amazing video. James is every child’s dream uncle.
Looking forward to Part 2...which is not something I'd ever thought I'd say. But this is very reminiscent of James' "The Reassembler" series.
I really feel like I could watch James do literally anything and be entertained
One of my favourite UA-cam videos this year, can’t wait for part 2 ...
good work James always good to have someone like you restore these classic models.
The Reassembler is back!! :O
Wonderfully meditative and soothing - Thanks to May, Mike and Drivetribe. More of this, please. Happy new year to all in here. BR, Per (Denmark)
Great video, perhaps a magnifying table lamp for Christmas?, I kept reaching for the light switch during the video :). At 14:59 my experience is oil on sliding (and rolling) electrical parts can prevent arcing and keep the surfaces clean. I have even oiled the rails of a (garden!) OO set which makes the train run very reliably and leaves the wheels and track lovely and clean (OO tracks left outside appear to get an invisible dirt film that stops the train after a couple of yards due to dirt build-up on the pickup wheels) - _but_ grip takes a big dive so you need a flat layout to do it with.
The Reassembler was always my favourite show of yours. Carry on.
When James May takes a sip of wine, it's like he has an epiphany.
alcohopiphany
I suspect a glass of red is an essential part of his tool kit for repairing toy trains. Whenever something gets difficult or frustrating, a gulp of wine relieves the tension and gives him new energy to tackle the problem.
I've never had any interest in train toys before watching this and now I still don't. But I watched this all the way through with intent. May and this chap are very calming and easy to watch. tbh I want to see more. Bravo.
Ah this is lovely, watching James with the son he never wanted...
This is the best thing I've watched on UA-cam this year
I didn't know this existed and I am SO EXCITED to watch all three parts
Castle class :" Help I can't move." Flying Scotts man with realistic chuffing sound :" I know just the man ,A man who has repaired me to run a main line ,to go head to head with the Germans.''
I love it. Never seen James May so much in his element.
im not really into enginering and stuff, but watching this is so relaxing and interesting that i want to see more of it
"Geography of Parts." Been using that strategy since I was a child, but never thought about there being a name for it! People think I'm OTT for doing it that way, but I'm sure it started after the first time I couldn't put one of my toys back together, lol.
I am thoroughly enjoying this!
When is Part 2 going to be uploaded? No TV cliffhanger is as gripping as this!
Love the Video. Worm gears are used because when the motor stops it locks the wheels.
Cold do with some camera work. Great to see James finally gotten some friends Who doesnt bully him all the time 😊
That's so lovely to watch! ❤️
What a fascinating thing to watch. Thank you.
James you are brilliant. Thank you for this lesson. I want to join in maintenance team at my job.
James’s watch looks great up close
Can you mend British Rail ?
British Rail hasn't existed since the rail network was privatised in 1997.
Can he mend the UK, it's badly broken.
@@HuntersMoon78 you'll have to reload your last save file, but Canada, Australia, and China might not like it if you revert back to 1886.
@@thetman0068 It's fine, Canada Confederated in 1867.
He'd need a much bigger hammer.
I restored an old Hornby Albert Hall loco someone gave me, which had been up in the attic for years. It didn't run, but following a full disassemble, clean, oil and reassembly it works great! Has that 1970's smell and realistic "chuff chuff" sound :D