What a thrill to see an N scale build. With your incredible knowledge of all scales, so much fun to see you do this! That staging yard says so much for how much can be run on a larger area and this scale size. So much fun to watch you build. So many of us who can't have a layout vicariously live through each one of your videos. Also great to see the puppy in the new shop. Look forward to next week.
You can never have too much staging capacity. Most of the tracks in the 16-track west yard are in the 11-13' range. East yard also has 16 tracks and there are two 8-track auxiliary staging yards, but these are all shorter (mostly 7-9'). The upper staging yard on the top deck has 7 tracks (12-13') bent around a reversing loop.
It must be a real delight to work in a large space where everything has its place and everyplace has it's thing . Boy I wish I had things organized as you do. Good luck with new shop .
The lids work great for parts trays. I use something similar to hold track joiners, tools, soldering stuff and other similar small items I want close at hand but easy to relocate as I advance along the railroad.
Super impressed with your new workshop and layout of tools and components. Very envious indeed. Can’t wait to see a major build in this space. Keep up the great work Peter.
two great news: first project in the new workshop and a build in n-gauge. Thanks for sharing and especially for the extra hints. I discovered crimping myself only shortly and it really is an improvement. so far I squeeze them with a regular tongs- works well enough. I like the dispenser and storage constructions for french cleat. Although there are some few professional suppliers I find it interesting that the majority seems to construct those holders on their own as singular designs.
Awesome shop! And welcome to the world of ferrules, they are obligatory in a lot of industries for various reasons. Just wanted to mention that everytime I watch a video from you I have to crank the volume way up, maybe something to crosscheck.
Peter, I really like the Sopoby crimper and ferrules, so I ordered a set. Thank you for the great tip! Another great tip is using the pop cans for weights!
No support columns to work around has to be nice. I worked with somebody that was building a new home and he wanted a clear span basement with 9 feet to the joists. He actually had a big problem finding a contractor to do what he wanted.
Nice to see your new workshop being christened. A couple of suggestions: 1. A lapel mice to improve your sound in the new echo chamber 2. A nice warm dog-bed so your best friend is not spending his days on a cold concrete floor
Peter -- thank you for showing an N scale build! Finally! Several questions. 1. 3/4 plywood for benchwork or 1/2 inch? 2. It looks like you primed all sides of all the plywood (I don't remember that from other videos, but it could be the new lighting in the new shop)? 3. What is the black foam/rubber material used in the yard, and where do we source this? 4. I'm really excited to see how you take the helix up, level by level, but, why not use trapezoids instead of cutting circles out of plywood, which wastes a lot of wood? 5. Instead of cutting away, could you show us how you wire and solder the track -- that would be an interesting episode all by itself. THANK YOU. Inspiring work. I'm wrestling the ideas in my head into Anyrail ...
1. 1/2" plywood for tops, 3/4" for framing. 2. It comes pre-primed from Lowes. 3. The foam rubber roadbed is what I sell through my on-line store (link in the description). 4. Using trapezoids for a helix is bad-bad-bad in every respect. First, you're wasting more wood that way, not less. Curved pieces can fit partially inside one another, but trapezoids don't overlap. Second, all the extra wood with the trapezoid remains attached to the helix where it gets in the way of access. With N-scale, this is a particularly serious problem. Third, straight pieces will need to be significantly wider than curves ones, which makes them stiffer and more difficult to twist as is necessary for a helix. This is one of the few places where stiffness is a negative. I've also seen a few videos where people have touted the "advantages" of using trapezoids for a helix. Simply put - they are WRONG - sorry they have misled you. 5. I've presented a few videos (years ago) when I did exactly that. They are still available in the various play lists.
Peter's layout will be started very soon now. It won't be quite like the original plan as the site has changed in shape, but it will be along the same lines as before.
@@steamfan007 yep - it’s been a frustrating couple of years waiting for COVID to pass but the basement is well under way and I am working with Peter on a new design.
@@PeterTillman3 That's great news Peter and Peter! Hopefully we'll get to see the new design before the build gets under way. I'll be in Sydney in February but I guess that's much too soon for the layout to be ready 🤣🤣
@@steamfan007 I think so - most likely it will be ready by end of 2024 but I will defer to Peter. You are of course most welcome to come and see it when it is installed.
Hi Peter. The fact that this new layout is N Scale makes the new workshop look even most massive than it is. What a wonderful new space. I look forward to this build. Take care.
Very interesting to see how it comes along. The clamped are a much better way to screw wires so the don't come lose in time. Thanks for sharing 😊 Looking forward to seeing this one!!!!!!
I always solder the joiner to the rail for code 55 while it is straight and only bend it in shape after. Just make sure the solder is flowing fully between the rail ends and the joiner, after that you can bend it into a much smaller radius. I love Peco code 55, it looks much more realistic and its also very sturdy...
Whenever a curve is less than six feet long, I solder the rails on the straight. Unfortunately, there are many situations where curves must be longer than this, requiring expansion gaps. Failure to leave such gaps results in buckling of the track.
Dear Peter, as always it’s very interesting to see how you put together the different aspects of such a new project. Awesome to see the different grades interact on such a relative small footprint. Definitely an advantage of N-scale. Love the crimping tool you got and the ¿ferrules?(don’t know the right spelling) or crimp sleeves. Definitely one of my favorites for stranded wires. Looking forward to your next episodes on this project! Amazing to see you work in the new workshop, very interesting how you’re installing and using the French cleats and the different storage and ready to roll holders you’ve designed and produced. Cheerio
We use a similiar ferrule crimper in our shop, plus two other Panduit crimpers for control panels and lighting assemblies. Ours are a bit more pricey, $270 cad for the ferrule crimper and the other two are about $525 ea.
In an ideal world, yes I'd use the lids to keep out sawdust. Unfortunately, most of my bins contain stuff that protrudes above the level of the sides. Even where that s not the case, a lid will reduce the convenience of the system. For stuff that has to be kelp out of the dust, I use the drawers. With the open-top bins, I just blow the dust off from time to time.
Great to see that you have begun to use your new workshop although I think (from judging the size of you hand) 10:04 that those plastic storage cabinets are just a tad too close together to not become an annoyance if you need to stick your hand in between them in order to plug or unplug something from the electrical outlets more than a few times a day.
I left a gap the width of the outlet cover plate, which is about the minimum for reaching an arm in. The beauty of French cleats is that I can move things around and hang anything anywhere. Some of my tools have already been moved more than once as I find better places for them.
Congrats on the new workshop, looks awesome. You might want to invest in a wireless microphone you can wear on your shirt. It's hard to hear you when you're in front of the camera.
congrats for first built in the new workshop. Doing electrical connection have you ever considered to use Wago connectors. With those connectors I would imagine that wiring could be much simplified and accelerated without compromising electrical soundness
Congratulations on getting into the new shop and the first layout build in it. One less calculation to make, leveling the layout, as opposed to adjusting to the garage floor grade. How did they do on leveling the floor in the new workshop?
Peter, great to see the DRC layout delivered and installed, and smashing to see you at work "in the new location". I hope it works out well, it looks magnificent (the workshop that is). Is this the layout you showed us back in February, I'm assuming it's the top left hand corner of that? I have the eye drop thing coming up next week so sympathise!
The HO-scale car doesn't run particularly well as only half the wheels are on the track. maybe I should have set the track centers of the double track so that it can run down the middle.
What a thrill to see an N scale build. With your incredible knowledge of all scales, so much fun to see you do this! That staging yard says so much for how much can be run on a larger area and this scale size. So much fun to watch you build. So many of us who can't have a layout vicariously live through each one of your videos.
Also great to see the puppy in the new shop. Look forward to next week.
You can never have too much staging capacity. Most of the tracks in the 16-track west yard are in the 11-13' range. East yard also has 16 tracks and there are two 8-track auxiliary staging yards, but these are all shorter (mostly 7-9'). The upper staging yard on the top deck has 7 tracks (12-13') bent around a reversing loop.
It must be a real delight to work in a large space where everything has its place and everyplace has it's thing . Boy I wish I had things organized as you do. Good luck with new shop .
Yes, it is.
It's also the only workshop I've worked in that has enough light.
@@mpeterll now that, to me, is as important as space.
The lids work great for parts trays. I use something similar to hold track joiners, tools, soldering stuff and other similar small items I want close at hand but easy to relocate as I advance along the railroad.
great to see the new shop in action , plus great to see you working on a N gauge layout , cant wait to see the progress on this layout . Geoff
Super impressed with your new workshop and layout of tools and components. Very envious indeed. Can’t wait to see a major build in this space. Keep up the great work Peter.
There's a much large railroad build coming up soon.
two great news: first project in the new workshop and a build in n-gauge. Thanks for sharing and especially for the extra hints. I discovered crimping myself only shortly and it really is an improvement. so far I squeeze them with a regular tongs- works well enough. I like the dispenser and storage constructions for french cleat. Although there are some few professional suppliers I find it interesting that the majority seems to construct those holders on their own as singular designs.
That's probably because french cleats are simple to build so anyone who has any need for a workshop has the ability to do it himself.
Awesome shop! And welcome to the world of ferrules, they are obligatory in a lot of industries for various reasons.
Just wanted to mention that everytime I watch a video from you I have to crank the volume way up, maybe something to crosscheck.
Peter, I really like the Sopoby crimper and ferrules, so I ordered a set. Thank you for the great tip! Another great tip is using the pop cans for weights!
Glad it was useful for you.
Great to see the new workshop in use. Is there a track plan we can see?
I've added it to the play-list
No support columns to work around has to be nice. I worked with somebody that was building a new home and he wanted a clear span basement with 9 feet to the joists. He actually had a big problem finding a contractor to do what he wanted.
New tools, new shop, new layout(s) - How cool is that!😊 Gotta love it!❤ Congrats Peter. 🚂Lawrence
Awesome start and I really like the size of the workspace in your shop.
It's exactly the size I need for the big Sydney project. I originally wanted an even one, but couldn't afford it.
Just discovered your channel. Good stuff, very professional. I’m low key jealous.
By design you have a lot of sawdust in the room, use the lids as intended to keep the dust out of those boxes.
New shop looks great!!!! Congratulations!!!!!
Nice shop! Congratulations!
hello mpeterll it's is randy and i like yours video is cool thanks friends randy
Nice to see your new workshop being christened.
A couple of suggestions:
1. A lapel mice to improve your sound in the new echo chamber
2. A nice warm dog-bed so your best friend is not spending his days on a cold concrete floor
Peter -- thank you for showing an N scale build! Finally! Several questions. 1. 3/4 plywood for benchwork or 1/2 inch? 2. It looks like you primed all sides of all the plywood (I don't remember that from other videos, but it could be the new lighting in the new shop)? 3. What is the black foam/rubber material used in the yard, and where do we source this? 4. I'm really excited to see how you take the helix up, level by level, but, why not use trapezoids instead of cutting circles out of plywood, which wastes a lot of wood? 5. Instead of cutting away, could you show us how you wire and solder the track -- that would be an interesting episode all by itself. THANK YOU. Inspiring work. I'm wrestling the ideas in my head into Anyrail ...
1. 1/2" plywood for tops, 3/4" for framing.
2. It comes pre-primed from Lowes.
3. The foam rubber roadbed is what I sell through my on-line store (link in the description).
4. Using trapezoids for a helix is bad-bad-bad in every respect. First, you're wasting more wood that way, not less. Curved pieces can fit partially inside one another, but trapezoids don't overlap. Second, all the extra wood with the trapezoid remains attached to the helix where it gets in the way of access. With N-scale, this is a particularly serious problem. Third, straight pieces will need to be significantly wider than curves ones, which makes them stiffer and more difficult to twist as is necessary for a helix. This is one of the few places where stiffness is a negative.
I've also seen a few videos where people have touted the "advantages" of using trapezoids for a helix. Simply put - they are WRONG - sorry they have misled you.
5. I've presented a few videos (years ago) when I did exactly that. They are still available in the various play lists.
AWESOME Peter! Sorry it wasn't my layout to christine the new workshop but it just looks so good.
G'day Peter. Glad to hear your layout is still on the cards - I've been looking forward to it for quite some time!
Peter's layout will be started very soon now. It won't be quite like the original plan as the site has changed in shape, but it will be along the same lines as before.
@@steamfan007 yep - it’s been a frustrating couple of years waiting for COVID to pass but the basement is well under way and I am working with Peter on a new design.
@@PeterTillman3 That's great news Peter and Peter! Hopefully we'll get to see the new design before the build gets under way. I'll be in Sydney in February but I guess that's much too soon for the layout to be ready 🤣🤣
@@steamfan007 I think so - most likely it will be ready by end of 2024 but I will defer to Peter. You are of course most welcome to come and see it when it is installed.
Nice to see the new workshop up and running my husband has enjoyed your videos
I see the shop foreman is happy with the new shop those floors look like they are nice and cool though he might want a doggy bed for the winter time
Yep, I've already thought about that. Often, he lies on one of the mats or a pile of sawdust.
Hi Peter. The fact that this new layout is N Scale makes the new workshop look even most massive than it is. What a wonderful new space. I look forward to this build. Take care.
Very interesting to see how it comes along.
The clamped are a much better way to screw wires so the don't come lose in time.
Thanks for sharing 😊
Looking forward to seeing this one!!!!!!
nice to see the new workshop in action and thanks for sharing the info on the crimping tool.
I always solder the joiner to the rail for code 55 while it is straight and only bend it in shape after. Just make sure the solder is flowing fully between the rail ends and the joiner, after that you can bend it into a much smaller radius. I love Peco code 55, it looks much more realistic and its also very sturdy...
Whenever a curve is less than six feet long, I solder the rails on the straight. Unfortunately, there are many situations where curves must be longer than this, requiring expansion gaps. Failure to leave such gaps results in buckling of the track.
Looking fantastic!
I have started to use the crimp ends and they are amazing I didn’t know about the double ones thank you for sharing
Looks fantastic, and even more fantastic is the fact that it is N Scale!!!
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Love to see all you do, and sharing the fail's is super 👍🙏
Great to see you working in the new shop. there is lots of space to build a big one
There's a "big one" coming up real soon.
I have been looking forward to this!! Amazing work!
Congratulations on the first build in the new shop.
I have that crimper, i love it but didn't know they had a double crimp. That is very handy for loop common wires.
I don't expect to use a whole load of the doubles, but for the few places where I need to split bus wires, they are worth their weight in gold.
Dear Peter, as always it’s very interesting to see how you put together the different aspects of such a new project. Awesome to see the different grades interact on such a relative small footprint. Definitely an advantage of N-scale. Love the crimping tool you got and the ¿ferrules?(don’t know the right spelling) or crimp sleeves. Definitely one of my favorites for stranded wires. Looking forward to your next episodes on this project!
Amazing to see you work in the new workshop, very interesting how you’re installing and using the French cleats and the different storage and ready to roll holders you’ve designed and produced. Cheerio
Congrats on your beautiful new echo chamber!
Yes-es-es. It's nice-ice-ice, isn't it-it-it.
We use a similiar ferrule crimper in our shop, plus two other Panduit crimpers for control panels and lighting assemblies. Ours are a bit more pricey, $270 cad for the ferrule crimper and the other two are about $525 ea.
I have a similar farral tool I love it for stranded wire
nice workshop!
The lids might make good trays for sorting or temporary storage of parts during a build.
I think the lids for the bins will be useful to keep sawdust out. No matter how good your dust collection there is always some that escapes
In an ideal world, yes I'd use the lids to keep out sawdust. Unfortunately, most of my bins contain stuff that protrudes above the level of the sides. Even where that s not the case, a lid will reduce the convenience of the system. For stuff that has to be kelp out of the dust, I use the drawers. With the open-top bins, I just blow the dust off from time to time.
Great to see that you have begun to use your new workshop although I think (from judging the size of you hand) 10:04 that those plastic storage cabinets are just a tad too close together to not become an annoyance if you need to stick your hand in between them in order to plug or unplug something from the electrical outlets more than a few times a day.
I left a gap the width of the outlet cover plate, which is about the minimum for reaching an arm in. The beauty of French cleats is that I can move things around and hang anything anywhere. Some of my tools have already been moved more than once as I find better places for them.
You could stick a layer of felt onto the underside of the bricks so they don't scratch the track.
Yes I could, or I can just avoid dragging them.
Congrats on the new workshop, looks awesome. You might want to invest in a wireless microphone you can wear on your shirt. It's hard to hear you when you're in front of the camera.
congrats for first built in the new workshop. Doing electrical connection have you ever considered to use Wago connectors. With those connectors I would imagine that wiring could be much simplified and accelerated without compromising electrical soundness
I used them a lot until I discovered something better. Now I only use posi-taps.
Congratulations on getting into the new shop and the first layout build in it. One less calculation to make, leveling the layout, as opposed to adjusting to the garage floor grade. How did they do on leveling the floor in the new workshop?
It's not perfect, but it' within working tolerances. I can easily level the railroad using the screw feet.
Peter, great to see the DRC layout delivered and installed, and smashing to see you at work "in the new location". I hope it works out well, it looks magnificent (the workshop that is).
Is this the layout you showed us back in February, I'm assuming it's the top left hand corner of that?
I have the eye drop thing coming up next week so sympathise!
I don't recall exactly when I presented the design for this layout, but I've now added it to the play-list.
Will you use the old space for your own layout?
No, my own layout will go in the basement.
With this huge space your intro is very boomy (echo), but cleans up when the camera is closer. Still great content.
Hi Mr Peter I was wondering what you used for gluing down the track?
It's called "Crafter's Pick", available from Hobby Lobby.
Don't buy it from Walmart as they sell half-sized bottles for the same price.
Get the dog involved and buy a nice bed. Make him a feature of the videos.
i see you got the foreman with you lol
Yeah. I have N scale myself. Small T shape layout. Need actually build bench work, rather than use tables, and upgrade to DCC.
If that ho car fits you will have no issues with N LOL
The HO-scale car doesn't run particularly well as only half the wheels are on the track. maybe I should have set the track centers of the double track so that it can run down the middle.
Who's your furry assistant? he looks cuddly
That is Zeus, and yes he does like to cuddle.
Did i miss the design video?
It's at the front of the play-list for this project.