When I was a kid (maybe about 10), I had an actual sleeping dream that I received an AHM (Riverossi) Big Boy for Christmas--ridiculously-wide flanges and all. I don't know what I would have done with such a big locomotive, but it seemed too fabulous to be practical about it. Now that I've seen it, though, I might dream tonight about that 4-12-2.
Yes, the screw holding the eccentric crank in place came loose allowing the eccentric rod to flop around. I didn't notice until it was too late. Yikes!
Correct! The screw holding the eccentric crank in place was loose, causing the flopping of the eccentric rod. I didn't notice it until it was too late. Very humbling!
@@MrFrost-bi1br Not to worry these tings are bound to happen, your collection and layout is very impressive, the sound of the 9000 class was also interesting. Well done for all your efforts. Many thanks for your reply.
Very touchy on curves, despite considerable lateral play on the three center drivers. Near perfect track is needed. Two out takes showed derailments due to curves and bumps in the track. But, they are great otherwise!
Very nice. While I've had the opportunity to see two Big Boys (#4012 and #4014) up close, I don't believe I'd have enough room on my layout for a scale model of the locomotive.
In my opinion, MTH is the best hands down! Brass is great, but no sound and no smoke. The MTH smoke is quite realistic, eight strong exhausts per driver revolution (two engines, four each), and pulls great. The sound is also good for a Big Boy. The appearance is great with some added attention. No BLI for me.
@@bad92vet27 4012, 1418, and any others that show in any of the scenes. All my Big Boys, about eight or nine, are MTH. Several had to be converted to Tsunami DCC, as they died and could not be recovered. Some have been trouble free for years, while others have just gone silent and nothing else would save them. So far I have converted four (2 Big Boys, 2 Challengers) to Tsunamis. I am working on a third Challenger now.
@@MrFrost-bi1br Thanks for the reply, I have several MTH Big Boys, so far so good none have died. However I'm curious what you did to shorten the drawbar space between the cab and tender? Even using the closer pin hole mine are still sitting to far apart for me aesthetically.
@@bad92vet27 The drawbar pin itself has to be moved back toward the rear of the tender. Drill and tap a new hole just to the rear of the existing hole. Some material may have to be removed from the area where the pin protrudes, but the pin doesn't really have to move at all since it moves at the engine end.
I believe there are ten different engines in this video. Today, 2/9, there will be more Union Pacific engines operating for a new video, so be sure to check back in a few days. Thanks for your interest!
Some Nice Big Engines you have Nice👍.
Thank you.
But it is a great video. I enjoy watching all your videos and seeing your fleet.
Thank you. Watch for another new release any day now.
When I was a kid (maybe about 10), I had an actual sleeping dream that I received an AHM (Riverossi) Big Boy for Christmas--ridiculously-wide flanges and all. I don't know what I would have done with such a big locomotive, but it seemed too fabulous to be practical about it. Now that I've seen it, though, I might dream tonight about that 4-12-2.
Amen!
Great train
Looks like 4018 need to have its reverse repaired on the rear left drive wheels. Btw great weathering job
Yes, the screw holding the eccentric crank in place came loose allowing the eccentric rod to flop around. I didn't notice until it was too late. Yikes!
Very good video and lokomotiv. 🤝
Thank you very much!
I love the chuffing of the 9000, very catchy. 3 cylinder steamers have that chuff pattern and I love it.
I agree! Thanks for your interest.
The valve events on the rear engine unit on 4018 at 4:21 seem to be a little bit out of adjustment or at least unrealistic.
Correct! The screw holding the eccentric crank in place was loose, causing the flopping of the eccentric rod. I didn't notice it until it was too late. Very humbling!
@@MrFrost-bi1br Not to worry these tings are bound to happen, your collection and layout is very impressive, the sound of the 9000 class was also interesting. Well done for all your efforts. Many thanks for your reply.
Nice work !
Thank you!
Excellent engine！
Thank you!
Hello, I really enjoy watching your videos. I wanted to ask which model brand the Big Boys and the Challenger are, so all Union Pacific locomotives
They are much upgraded MTH engines, some converted to Tsunami DCC. Thanks for asking.
@@warrenfrost6033 thank you. your model looks really cool how is it built
I was just curious how wide a radius curve you had to use to be able to run those monsters on.
This is a hobby shop layout with 42" minimum radius curves. They could take 36" radius, if necessary. Thanks for the inquiry.
Great locomotives collection you have !
Any problem on curves with UP 9000 , does the middle drivers slide a bit sideways ( left right motion ) ?
Very touchy on curves, despite considerable lateral play on the three center drivers. Near perfect track is needed. Two out takes showed derailments due to curves and bumps in the track. But, they are great otherwise!
@@MrFrost-bi1br thanks ! I am in N scale and yes , steamers find bad spot on tracks !
Very nice. While I've had the opportunity to see two Big Boys (#4012 and #4014) up close, I don't believe I'd have enough room on my layout for a scale model of the locomotive.
Thank you for your interest
@@MrFrost-bi1br You're quite welcome. I like to compliment other people's layouts and trains, though I have yet to build my own layout.
WOW I love Steam I'm thinking about buying a Big Boy. Which has the best sound? Which one pulls the best?
I know, I ask a lot of questions....
In my opinion, MTH is the best hands down! Brass is great, but no sound and no smoke. The MTH smoke is quite realistic, eight strong exhausts per driver revolution (two engines, four each), and pulls great. The sound is also good for a Big Boy. The appearance is great with some added attention. No BLI for me.
@@MrFrost-bi1br Which Big Boys in the video are MTH?
@@bad92vet27 4012, 1418, and any others that show in any of the scenes. All my Big Boys, about eight or nine, are MTH. Several had to be converted to Tsunami DCC, as they died and could not be recovered. Some have been trouble free for years, while others have just gone silent and nothing else would save them. So far I have converted four (2 Big Boys, 2 Challengers) to Tsunamis. I am working on a third Challenger now.
@@MrFrost-bi1br Thanks for the reply, I have several MTH Big Boys, so far so good none have died. However I'm curious what you did to shorten the drawbar space between the cab and tender? Even using the closer pin hole mine are still sitting to far apart for me aesthetically.
@@bad92vet27 The drawbar pin itself has to be moved back toward the rear of the tender. Drill and tap a new hole just to the rear of the existing hole. Some material may have to be removed from the area where the pin protrudes, but the pin doesn't really have to move at all since it moves at the engine end.
I lost track - how many different locomotives are we seeing? This is an amazing collection!
I believe there are ten different engines in this video. Today, 2/9, there will be more Union Pacific engines operating for a new video, so be sure to check back in a few days. Thanks for your interest!
What brand is this model?
The 4-8-4 is a Key Imports brass model. All the rest are MTH. Thanks for asking.
The rear eccentric looking a little odd
You are correct.The screw came loose and I didn't catch it until it was too late.
Loose valve linkage on the back drive wheel
You are correct. I didn't notice it until it was too late. Since repaired.
It's a 4-8-8-4/
Correct
Well you don't know UP steam Locomotives that's a 4-8-8-4 Big Boy.
Bro theres up 9000 class 4-12-2
The title says "Big Boy *_&_* 4-12-2."
Bro didn't even finish the video...lol
not a 4 12 2 a big boy 4 8 8 4
You missed the “&” in the title.