Your landscaping looks awesome. The brush between the track and layout edge in front of the Ferraro Foods Warehouse looks spot on for winter scenery. Some of the most realistic model brush I've seen. The melting snow piles are perfect and that fence looks great. You have amazing modeling skills. The club you joined should be happy to have you. 👍
John.. great addition to your existing shelf. That turquoise bldg in the corner looks so complete in and of itself. You never fail to amaze.. so, if you add on to it.. I guess it will be spectacular as well.
Thanks Peter! I am very happy with the results and am tempted to redo other sections on the layout with this look. It never ends lol Thanks for watching
I've watched your videos for some time now but finally felt I had to say WELL DONE! If that's what you call 'not much' progress I'd hate to see your output if you really got a move on! That's a wonderful new scene you've created, in a relatively short time, AND gives you loads of additional operating potential. You should be very pleased with yourself! Best wishes from the UK, Ian
Thank you Ian. One nice benefit of having a small layout is being able to focus on small sections at one time. Thanks for following along. I appreciate the support.
Very nice looking scene, you did a great job. Very realistic and neat. I could tell from the shot of your work area that you are very organized. Thanks for sharing 👍👍👍😎😎😎 Cary
Hi John, Excellent layout update on the new extension. The fencing looks awesome as well as the transloading area. You did a great job on the concrete slab. I really like how the overgrown area turned out, I 'll have to try some of that scenery material on my layout. The locomotive sounds really good. That is fantastic news that you are enjoying the local train club. I am sure they are glad to have you as a member. I am looking forward to your next video. -Tom
Ah my FAVORITE workbench product. Hobby Zone modular kits. They are awesome! They link together with magnets so you can configure anyway you want and there are a bunch on different kits. I will eventually do the entire bench. But be warned... they are addicting lol
Looks Great!I was hoping that maybe your next video might be a switching operation video with your Conrail B-36-7 all faded and weathered(hint-hint).Always look forward to your videos.
John, I love your eye for landscaping and the detail you have packed into you railroad. You prove you don't have to have a huge layout to be impressive. I'm Impressed!
Wow that is one sharp set up. I'm working on a Injection Molding plant my self. I wonder way Trucks-N-Stuff hasn't come out with a pneumatic tanker for dry bulk and plastic pellet loads.
I just love to watch your layout updates! Great looking Pete and dry bulk trailer, John! Your small switching layout is giving me ideas to do one for myself! I need to get on the ball with my N Scale Truck Bunk Lines, Natural Gas Loading facility! Roy
That locomotive sounds amazing, has quite a stack on it. The addition looks great and that truck and bulk trailer is so sharp. That scenery is fantastic, some of the most realistic bushes and overgrowth I have seen. Cool that you joined a club, should help get the running out of your system, lol. Great update John. Cheers, Rob
Thanks Brotha! I appreciate the comment. Yes the club is definitely allowing me to run some awesome trains from my collection. I will definitely post some run by videos in the future.
Thanks John! I actually have one built and on the layout, it is just in the wrong spot lol I planned to have the unloading area in a different location before the extension was built. I still need to move it over.
@@RailserveJohn LOL. I should have known. You're an amazing modeler in all you do. I have enjoyed following all your posts. Thanks so much for all the great info and tips you've given us all.
Hey John just wondering how you are doing. Was just out on the front porch watching trains. I live about 75yds from the CSX main through Harlem Ga. . The last few weeks they have been running super trains with helpers mid train and a few with them on the rear also. I've been doing a lot of weathering changing some track.
THANK YOU...for sharing. Your modeling skills are fantastic, in the beginning, I thought you were videoing a real train spotting some cars. Great up-date. Gary
Your layout is a big inspiration to me. I am literally starting to build the framework tonight for my own version. You have really made the most of a reasonable amount of space. I blame you for the $$$$ I am about to spend Where should I send the bill 😋
Looking good with the addition. I really like the fence area, it has a real feel with the pile their. Also I hope to start so scenery myself next month and start having fun too.
very impressive, John..... you mentioned making a lighting tower for the bulk transfer lot..... scratch built or commercial? I have used the very small LEDs with very small solder contacts.... tricky..... and used magnet wire for running through the tower... please show us what you have in mind..... my harbor pier has a two light tower made from scrap bridge parts and looks okay.... lastly, kudos on not adding graffiti to your weathering process..... it's bad enough the railroads no longer use their cars as traveling billboards, but the splash of mindless (mostly) spray paint is a big turn off. cheers from Bellows Falls where we are seeing Pan Am reroutes due to the Hoosac Tunnel closure (reopens in a month)...
Thanks William, I have been looking at a few pre-made towers on ebay but may end up building some myself. I will for sure include them in a future video whichever way I go. lol I do add some graffiti but I try to keep it at a minimum. Thanks for following along! John
John, ur eye for detail is amazine cant believe u finished it this fast, u all ways give me a lot of ideas just watching ur videos cant wait to see ur next one great video.
Nothing new for me. We are looking to buy a new airplane within the next 12 months. So that’s exciting. My boss has been at home and plans to stay home with this Virus. So lots of time for modeling lol
Thank you! Yes a great group of guys and a wonderful layout. I was really nervous about inquiring to join after hearing so many horror stories about some clubs shunning younger members. But they were very welcoming and enthusiastic about my modeling.
Thanks Tim. I stuck to my guns on holding back on the track work and modeling more scenery. I kept it simple yet its plenty for keeping busy switching inbound and outbound cars. Thank you for following along!
i like the new add on to ur layout im thinking about making one in my master bedroom a L shape 12x12 18inch wide in my room something like urs but not exactly like it lol. I was wondering what is the sky backdrop u use for the blue sky keep up the good work , Travis :)
Your extension looks great. The tip on tinting is good idea. I have seen a few roads on layouts that get chipped and you see bright white. Did you seal the expansion lines after darkening them with the pencil?
Thanks Scott. I did not seal the surface. I found tinting and leaving the material raw allows weathering powders and the pencil lines to absorb into the surface. It also leaves a fine porous look that looks really good close up. Thanks for following along.
As usual out standing work 👍 the expansion and new industry is looking fantastic! Loving the build up of the bushes and grass. Keep it up; you’re really doing an outstanding job!
yeah! great layout update John, thank you! looks really good, specially like the fencing, great job there. really looking forward to that upcomming weathering video :)
Nice work John....the landscaping around the food industry looks like it been mulched....like the drywall patch cement. Couple questions: you mix the paint in the container or separate some out then mix and where did you get that shrubbery from? Anthony
Thanks Anthony! With the spackling, I found it easier to mix in a separate / larger container. Mix more than you think you’ll need as it will be hard to match the tone on a second batch. I used artist pigments. I found them at Michaels brand named Tints All. A little goes a long way. For the scenery materials check out Scenic Express. Martin Welberg. I swear by this stuff. It looks so good out of the box it’s nearly impossible to screw up lol. I used high and low bushes for the overgrown area. All the best, John
I really like your video. I have been watching a lot of them . You have good ideas. I’m thanking about starting a small layout I don’t have a lot of room. You’re doing a good job on your layout keep up the good work and the video. Thanks from S.C. NFS/ Csx county
Hey John, leaving that comment to ask about what styrene sheets you used to create that green building with. I'm looking to create a similar building and I really like that "pattern" and how that looks. Have a great weekend!
Thanks for stopping in Joey! I used Evergreen 4529 Corrugated Metal Siding .100" They come in a single pack and I think I used a total of 3 to make that structure. Let me know if you have any other questions. All the best, John
Fantastic EMD non Turbo sound...
Fantastic Layout...
Thank You Very much!!!!
Great video. You have a gift for Modeling
Looks awesome!
Awesome layout and neat detail. Thanks for sharing!
Thank You David
Looks great
Thanks for sharing. Beautiful job of the foliage and scenery in general. Excellent work.
Thank you!
Great pad ...nice work finishing up the spaces...super cool layout. Keen to see your next idea...
Your landscaping looks awesome. The brush between the track and layout edge in front of the Ferraro Foods Warehouse looks spot on for winter scenery. Some of the most realistic model brush I've seen. The melting snow piles are perfect and that fence looks great. You have amazing modeling skills. The club you joined should be happy to have you. 👍
Thank you William. I really appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching.
Great video. The fences look great.
Looks great!! It would be neat to keep the roadbed of the old track next to the green building, and have it abandoned.
Excellent scenic work, it's understated which makes it more realistic, thanks for sharing.
Thank you!
Very nice!!
I love the weathering on the covered hopper. The grass and bushes look great too. - Paul
Thanks Paul
thanks I sure will.
the veg looks great.
John.. great addition to your existing shelf. That turquoise bldg in the corner looks so complete in and of itself. You never fail to amaze.. so, if you add on to it.. I guess it will be spectacular as well.
Thank you very much or the compliment! I appreciate you following along, John
Hi from UK. Always enjoy your uploads.
Awesome! thanks for following along!
New area is looking great. Like the way you tied everything in from pavement to greenery.
Thanks Peter! I am very happy with the results and am tempted to redo other sections on the layout with this look. It never ends lol Thanks for watching
This has to be the best Shunting layout ever
Lol Thanks Evan. It is still very much a work in progress..
It looks beautiful
Thank You
I've watched your videos for some time now but finally felt I had to say WELL DONE! If that's what you call 'not much' progress I'd hate to see your output if you really got a move on! That's a wonderful new scene you've created, in a relatively short time, AND gives you loads of additional operating potential. You should be very pleased with yourself! Best wishes from the UK, Ian
Thank you Ian. One nice benefit of having a small layout is being able to focus on small sections at one time. Thanks for following along. I appreciate the support.
Looks great John. Keep it up
Thank you
hi John...great update...love your concrete pad look awesome...thx for sharing... vinny
Thanks a bunch Vinny!
great update John...concrete pad looks great..thx 4 sharing.. vinny
Thanks Vinny. See you tonight
very nice weathering on the covered hopper
Thanks. I did a video on that a few months back
The vegetation looks great.
Thank you!
Fantastic work. Thanks for sharing.
Thank You
Very nice looking scene, you did a great job. Very realistic and neat. I could tell from the shot of your work area that you are very organized. Thanks for sharing
👍👍👍😎😎😎 Cary
Thank You. I really try to stay organized but its nearly impossible lol
That is a really nice layout.
Very nice
Thank you!
Looks great John.
scott
Thanks Scott
Nice truck!
Muito bom, obrigado
Obrigado!!!
Duuuuude that is awesome! Blue Comet is one of my favs also. Great job.
Thanks bud!
I’m on the hunt for some Heavyweight Cars for it. It’s a beautiful model.
Wow! Your modelling skills never fail to impress me. Good job!
Thank you!
Great looking layout!
Thank You
Hi John, Excellent layout update on the new extension. The fencing looks awesome as well as the transloading area. You did a great job on the concrete slab. I really like how the overgrown area turned out, I 'll have to try some of that scenery material on my layout. The locomotive sounds really good.
That is fantastic news that you are enjoying the local train club. I am sure they are glad to have you as a member. I am looking forward to your next video. -Tom
Thanks Tom! Give me a shout if you want some of the specifics on the scenery materials. All the best, John
Great layout update. Definitely don't be sorry on the lack of updates. You put a lot of time towards the fine details and should show it off
Where did you get the bens on the right side of the work bench
Ah my FAVORITE workbench product. Hobby Zone modular kits. They are awesome! They link together with magnets so you can configure anyway you want and there are a bunch on different kits. I will eventually do the entire bench. But be warned... they are addicting lol
@@RailserveJohn Hahaha.. just the look of them made me ask
If you google image Hobby Zone modular kits you will see some workbench examples. OCD Heaven lol
@@RailserveJohn I know right.. My mind,.body and soul is saying yes, my wallet is saying lock down
Fantastic detail
Thank you!
Joined you from Jac Jac show
Thanks Dave!
A spong is a great idea for lines on a roadway! I also Like how your shrubbery colors arent bright greens
Thanks Joe! Martin Welberg has some great natural colors that blend together so well. Thanks for watching! All the best John
That looks really good
Thanks Dwight!
I like it. Looks pro
Thanks Kris!
Looks Great!I was hoping that maybe your next video might be a switching operation video with your Conrail B-36-7 all faded and weathered(hint-hint).Always look forward to your videos.
lol Well I don't know if you noticed it on the workbench or not but its all faded and weathered ;)
@@RailserveJohn Why no i didn't,thanks for pointing that out John,so i can safely assume my wishes will come true soon?(LOL)
I’ll put out a video shortly on that loco and a caboose I did with some lighting.
John, I love your eye for landscaping and the detail you have packed into you railroad. You prove you don't have to have a huge layout to be impressive. I'm Impressed!
Thank You Stan. I appreciate the compliment. I really try to stick to “more scenery than track” which is tough with a smaller layout.
Wow that is one sharp set up. I'm working on a Injection Molding plant my self. I wonder way Trucks-N-Stuff hasn't come out with a pneumatic tanker for dry bulk and plastic pellet loads.
Thanks Richard. I really wish someone produced a trailer like this. I will be building another one but a lot of hours went into this trailer.
I just love to watch your layout updates! Great looking Pete and dry bulk trailer, John! Your small switching layout is giving me ideas to do one for myself! I need to get on the ball with my N Scale Truck Bunk Lines, Natural Gas Loading facility! Roy
Thanks Roy! Yeah man, with N scale it doesn't take much real estate to have a nice switching layout. Heck it could probably fit in your sleeper lol
You'll have plenty of time to do some modeling while out of work from the knee surgery. Good luck with that by the way. 👍
Layout's looking great John - really like the concrete lot! Best, John
Thanks John!
That locomotive sounds amazing, has quite a stack on it. The addition looks great and that truck and bulk trailer is so sharp. That scenery is fantastic, some of the most realistic bushes and overgrowth I have seen. Cool that you joined a club, should help get the running out of your system, lol. Great update John. Cheers, Rob
Thanks Brotha! I appreciate the comment. Yes the club is definitely allowing me to run some awesome trains from my collection. I will definitely post some run by videos in the future.
Me again. Had a thought about the bulk transfer area. A pump house for compress air and loading racks.
Thanks John! I actually have one built and on the layout, it is just in the wrong spot lol I planned to have the unloading area in a different location before the extension was built. I still need to move it over.
@@RailserveJohn LOL. I should have known. You're an amazing modeler in all you do. I have enjoyed following all your posts. Thanks so much for all the great info and tips you've given us all.
Hey John just wondering how you are doing. Was just out on the front porch watching trains. I live about 75yds from the CSX main through Harlem Ga. . The last few weeks they have been running super trains with helpers mid train and a few with them on the rear also. I've been doing a lot of weathering changing some track.
THANK YOU...for sharing. Your modeling skills are fantastic, in the beginning, I thought you were videoing a real train spotting some cars. Great up-date. Gary
Thanks Gary!
Love the muted colors on the food building. Subtle but realistic
Wow! You really have an eye for making it look real. Cheers.
Thanks Sean
Your layout is a big inspiration to me. I am literally starting to build the framework tonight for my own version. You have really made the most of a reasonable amount of space. I blame you for the $$$$ I am about to spend
Where should I send the bill 😋
HAHA that's awesome! You don't need much space to enjoy the hobby.
Excellent progress! Your attention to the small details like those gravel piles really adds a lot of realism to your whole layout.
Thank You
Looking good with the addition. I really like the fence area, it has a real feel with the pile their. Also I hope to start so scenery myself next month and start having fun too.
Awesome! Scenery is my favorite part. Thanks for the comment.
very impressive, John..... you mentioned making a lighting tower for the bulk transfer lot..... scratch built or commercial? I have used the very small LEDs with very small solder contacts.... tricky..... and used magnet wire for running through the tower... please show us what you have in mind..... my harbor pier has a two light tower made from scrap bridge parts and looks okay....
lastly, kudos on not adding graffiti to your weathering process..... it's bad enough the railroads no longer use their cars as
traveling billboards, but the splash of mindless (mostly) spray paint is a big turn off.
cheers from Bellows Falls where we are seeing Pan Am reroutes due to the Hoosac Tunnel closure (reopens in a month)...
Thanks William, I have been looking at a few pre-made towers on ebay but may end up building some myself. I will for sure include them in a future video whichever way I go. lol I do add some graffiti but I try to keep it at a minimum. Thanks for following along! John
yes I am enjoying the new goodies , every day im back on my layout again thanks to u my friend.
Perfect! and feel free to call anytime if you need help with anything.
Wow, you have some great modeling skills. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you
John, ur eye for detail is amazine cant believe u finished it this fast, u all ways give me a lot of ideas just watching ur videos cant wait to see ur next one great video.
Thanks Buddy!!! I hope you are enjoying the hobby now with some fresh N scale goodies ;)
Looks great John! Schedule reductions coming up at the airlines, maybe I'll get some time off to work on my layout.
Thanks Brandon! I hope all is well. I am hearing about all of the airlines stoping hiring class dates. Crazy times!
@@RailserveJohn I'll be fine at my seniority. Any updates from your carrier or business as usual?
Nothing new for me. We are looking to buy a new airplane within the next 12 months. So that’s exciting. My boss has been at home and plans to stay home with this Virus. So lots of time for modeling lol
Looks fantastic John! Nice to see you are hooked up with a club & glad your experience there is a good one. 👍 Looking forward to the next video!
Thank you! Yes a great group of guys and a wonderful layout. I was really nervous about inquiring to join after hearing so many horror stories about some clubs shunning younger members. But they were very welcoming and enthusiastic about my modeling.
That scene came out STUNNING! You have been busy and have been using your time very well.
Thank you very much! Little by little I am chipping away at it.
Excellent job on the expansion John. Looking great!
Thanks Bud!
Great modeling talent you have in turning a simple track plan into something pretty amazing.
Thanks Tim. I stuck to my guns on holding back on the track work and modeling more scenery. I kept it simple yet its plenty for keeping busy switching inbound and outbound cars. Thank you for following along!
Your concrete work and fencing is impressive. Great job John. Looking forward to more updates.
Thanks Sean!
cool update... nice foliage and concrete pad... could you repeat the name of the person who makes the fence, looks pretty realistic
Thanks. It's Alkem Scale models alkemscalemodels.biz/chain-link-fence
see you in a week or so
Maybe less if you’re interested in vehicles ;)
That looks really good! Can't wait to see what work you get done next for the new area
Thanks Joey! Its great to see this scene come to life
Love your green building! Great works !
Thank You!
i like the new add on to ur layout im thinking about making one in my master bedroom a L shape 12x12 18inch wide in my room something like urs but not exactly like it lol.
I was wondering what is the sky backdrop u use for the blue sky keep up the good work , Travis :)
Its a Glidden color matte Wild Blue Yonder. Thanks for the comment!
Your extension looks great. The tip on tinting is good idea. I have seen a few roads on layouts that get chipped and you see bright white. Did you seal the expansion lines after darkening them with the pencil?
Thanks Scott. I did not seal the surface. I found tinting and leaving the material raw allows weathering powders and the pencil lines to absorb into the surface. It also leaves a fine porous look that looks really good close up. Thanks for following along.
Great look! You deserve to be happy with the layout.
Thanks Jerry!
Fantastic scene!!!! How was the Ferraro Foods sign made?
Thank You. I created a 3D image of the logo and 3D printed / painted it. Thanks for watching
Hi John, I truly like your layout. I also like your little work desk. How big is your bedroom? And what do you use as your controller?
Thanks Lindsay! My spare bedroom is 12 by 14 feet.
As usual out standing work 👍 the expansion and new industry is looking fantastic! Loving the build up of the bushes and grass. Keep it up; you’re really doing an outstanding job!
Thanks Buddy! I appreciate the compliment.
yeah! great layout update John, thank you!
looks really good, specially like the fencing, great job there.
really looking forward to that upcomming weathering video :)
Thank You!
The building in back round looks to big
It’s actually scaled down drastically. The actual facility is massive.
@@RailserveJohn I see thanks
Nice work John....the landscaping around the food industry looks like it been mulched....like the drywall
patch cement. Couple questions: you mix the paint in the container or separate some out then mix and where did you get that shrubbery from? Anthony
Thanks Anthony! With the spackling, I found it easier to mix in a separate / larger container. Mix more than you think you’ll need as it will be hard to match the tone on a second batch. I used artist pigments. I found them at Michaels brand named Tints All. A little goes a long way. For the scenery materials check out Scenic Express. Martin Welberg. I swear by this stuff. It looks so good out of the box it’s nearly impossible to screw up lol. I used high and low bushes for the overgrown area. All the best, John
John2618 thanks for replying John. Getting ready to start that phase of my layout
Use that corner as part of the green building.
Looks fantastic! Keep up the great work
Thank you Drew
Lookin' great! Thanks again for sharing you excellent modeling skills.
Thank you Andrew
Great looking work as always! Glad you like that Alkem fence, it looks great as well 👍
Thank you! Yes so much easier to install and look awesome.
Those are really great building you have there. ? Where did you get the bulk trailer from? Is that Shapeways?
Thanks. Yes its from Shapeways. I did a video on the build a few months ago.
Keep up the good work, Very nice and I really like the new module for your layout.
Thank You. I spent a lot of time planning things out even though its such a small section.
Nice work, love it.
Thank You
I really like your video. I have been watching a lot of them . You have good ideas. I’m thanking about starting a small layout I don’t have a lot of room. You’re doing a good job on your layout keep up the good work and the video. Thanks from S.C. NFS/ Csx county
Thanks Ralph! You don't need much space to enjoy the hobby.
Dang you work fast. Looking good.
Little by little my friend lol
Hey John, leaving that comment to ask about what styrene sheets you used to create that green building with. I'm looking to create a similar building and I really like that "pattern" and how that looks. Have a great weekend!
Thanks for stopping in Joey! I used Evergreen 4529 Corrugated Metal Siding .100" They come in a single pack and I think I used a total of 3 to make that structure. Let me know if you have any other questions. All the best, John
@@RailserveJohn Awesome thanks!
John, Awesome detail work and weathering !!! What did you use for the dock light on the green building ? Very cool !
Thanks. I have been 3D printing a lot of my light fixtures and adding micro LEDs.
@@RailserveJohnThey look great, I've been trying to find some like your dock lights, but nothing on Shapeways that style.
I can’t remember how I found them but maybe try “security light”. The kit came with security cameras. I found them on Shapeways
@@RailserveJohn I will check that out, Thanks John !
Looks amazing would love to see some op sessions on it!
Thank you! coming soon!
Are you going to add a run around to your layout
I don’t have any opposite facing turnouts.
Odd question
How tall is Ferraro Foods?
the structure is 8 inches or 58 scale feet high
Man it looks really good BUT!!!!!! The pipe cleaner pine trees are cheap and takeaway from the skill you have lol
LOL thanks. They are just a stand in until I can find some good looking, manicured pines.