The alternate color looks much better than I expected. I got the Maersk set when it was still new in stores. I always wanted more containers, but back then pieces were very expensive. I kinda forgot to make more until now. I’m very excited, but my wallet is crying more than ever :D
I never had the Maersk set but i did have the BNSF GP-38 and this vid is making ne miss it and the rest of my lego trains. Still mad at my parents for throwing away my childhood collection like it was nothing
Wow, they came out great and the dark azure looks really good. I have the original but will add to it now because of your video. Thank you sharing everything as well!
Not at this time. I have some interest in the set but not the funds. As for the channel I'd be so far behind all the LAN members who got the set early for review I doubt I'd get much traction on the videos. No shade to them, they work really hard to do what they do. Personally I don't have any intention of working with Lego directly, I just make the videos I want to make. I think Racing Brick did an excellent job with his videos on the set, I haven't watched many others
Great stuff as always! This might be a project for me in the future. It's also nice to see that Brickstickershop also do colour variations. I also buy stickers from them to complete my classic LEGO town and train sets.
Thanks! I've been very happy with my orders placed with BrickStickerShop, the color matching is spot on. I'll have a short at some point with more stickers I purchased from them
Sure, I'll add it to the description as well. This is for TrixBrix switches rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-164996/Novakasa/motorization-mechanism-for-trixbrix-switches/
I have the original Maersk train got it when I was a kid. I built the coolest train layout with it then came home from school one day and my stepmom at the time threw all my legos In a box including the train demolishing it. Never have rebuilt it
I really do want to start modeling real locomotives at some point. I feel like I have a ways to go before that. I do have more locomotives on the way based on the Maersk locomotive. I've found decals for Union Pacific and Conrail and have a lot of the parts already
I did also make this set with bricklink parts and did order the stickers from same place as you. They did not have dark azure stickers then so I did choose medium azure. But I can see now that dark azure is much nicer, maybe I will change color at some point.
I'm really glad I asked them about adding dark azure, they added them very quickly to the store, I really didn't expect that. Medium azure was a close second for me
Great job. Thank you for sharing! Small addition, that you have used a few old parts in your Studio model, which are already exchanged by TLG, like jumper plates, modified tiles (e.g.30350b>30350c). But again, very great stuff. I definitely will use up your model to build a 2nd or even a 3rd engine beside the original one.
I think in that case I was seeing absolutely insane prices on the newest jumper plate variant. Kind of funny they are on my Lego store's PAB wall now (I'm rich!)😅. I didn't know about the 30350c though!
Well it turns out they are supposed to be cut 😅, I let them know and they have updated the files for anyone that orders them in the future. They did offer to send replacements but I'm fine with the ones I cut
I can't get over how good this looks!! I really love the dark azure. Im with you that the colour looks "richer" - definitely does. Amazing build and awesome that brick sticker shop helped you out! Small businesses are the best!!
You did amazing with this. The train looks fabulous and the running section at the end was terrific. One question (and you may have answered this in a previous video but I"m a new subscriber: What are the devices that are used on the switches to change their direction?
That is a switch machine by Novakasa for Trixbrix switch tracks. I did end up adding the link the description after someone else asked about it. I do plan on making a video about it soon. For now I have 2 other videos about controlling Lego switch tracks remotely
I couldn't believe how many options they had for the 6x16 containers and even larger containers. I really should build some CSX stuff at some point, that's the majority I see on the tracks here in the southeast
That's definitely something I've tried to be transparent about from the beginning. I've actually made very few MOCs of my own, most are largely very derivative of other's work. When I start work on a project I make a txt file and put links to sources or anything that inspired it as I go. Thanks for the kind words, it really makes it all worth it 👍
The small switcher is cute! I don't see a link. I presume it's not powered being only 11 studs long? I have a powered up switcher that's just 14 studs.
The link is there, it's a UA-cam link to Masao Hidaka's channel. It is powered, the PU hub takes up most of the space inside the cab. Have you posted a link to your switcher anywhere? I don't think I've seen it
No they should be shared publicly. I was able to download them from an incognito browser without any issue. After clicking the link are you clicking the download button on the top right? I forgot that Google Drive shows the files inside of the IO file which is kind of weird. I may try an alternative site to host files like this
One thing you could do with the small switcher is do a cow and calf setup. Keep the switcher as is, and add a second one, but do it without the cab. So would be the PU motor and some bricks to hide it, but keep it low so the engineer can see over it. Then it would be "bigger", but still have two motors.
Not sure what you mean exactly, the Studio files I provided are separate files for each build (locomotive, wagons and containers). They can be copied and pasted into a single file if you want to generate a wanted list from them
@@FalconWing1813 I will mention that I've been unable to simply double click the files to open them. I have to open BL Studio and "open" them from within the software.
Why not? They had the stickers. While I do enjoy learning about real trains I really don't make much of an effort to keep things 100% accurate. Not like there are "docker" containers rolling around on the rail out there 😅
Oh they aren't in Bricklink Studio, the software I used to make the instructions. The Powered Up motors are available at the Lego website, in some Lego stores and plenty for sale on Bricklink
I copied and pasted them from someone's build I found on ReBrickable. They aren't perfect be any means and don't show up as an actual part. The connections don't work great either. You can copy them from my Studio file if you wish. I guess I need to hunt down where I found them so I can credit them 🤔
I've had so many requests for alternate instructions / part lists I'd never have time to do them. Part of the goal of these videos it to get people to try BrickLink Studio for themselves and be able to make alterations or alternate instructions themselves
They were basically built from the instructions, the main differences were colors and modifying for Powered Up. I had the actual set years ago but sold it on eBay. I guess I've more than made up for it now 😅
@@BatteryPoweredBricks I only have one sealed train set to sell it after some years, in general I'm keeping them and also I've created a replica for Santa Fe 2 years ago, with the locomotive and all coaches.
Finally figured out studio and changing color and getting the wanted list into bricklink hoping the price was lower. Sadly looks to be around $200+. Considering just saving up and buying the actual Maersk set or buying two of the 60052 sets.
@@BatteryPoweredBricks Dang it forgot about that one. Got the total down to $180. Does that sound more in the right ballpark? That's without motors though.
Is that just for the locomotive or is that with a couple wagons? Also is that the estimate from Studio or from actual carts in Bricklink including shipping? New parts or used parts? There are a ton of details for saving money, I really tried to cover as many as I could in the video. One thing that helps a ton is to use any pieces you can from your collection. Just taking a single part off the wanted list can open up new stores with better prices. Again I have no way to give a price estimate whatsoever. In my case I had lots of parts on hand and I also wanted 3 locomotives, 10 wagons and a couple dozen containers (also two trucks in a later video). I ordered a lot of the parts in bulk like the train specific parts as some stores wildly overcharge for them. I wish it were easier to give straight answers to your questions, I get asked them a lot but there really aren't any simple answers.
@@BatteryPoweredBricks Just wanted to give an update as I finally got all the parts in to build 1 locomotive. Was around $100 for one excluding a powered up hub and motor. Definitely a good learning experience using bricklink and trying to get the best price on parts. I don't have a lot of extra parts lying around so had to order almost everything. Thanks for making all the files available! Much appreciated.
I stopped buying and collecting legos in about 2012ish. This Maersk train (the locomotive and containers) are all that remains and they are displayed on my shelf in my office. Its not 100% original, as I modified it to look like a GP38-2 as far as the fan arrangement goes.
The alternate color looks much better than I expected. I got the Maersk set when it was still new in stores. I always wanted more containers, but back then pieces were very expensive. I kinda forgot to make more until now. I’m very excited, but my wallet is crying more than ever :D
I never had the Maersk set but i did have the BNSF GP-38 and this vid is making ne miss it and the rest of my lego trains. Still mad at my parents for throwing away my childhood collection like it was nothing
oh man, those stories are always hard to hear
Wow, they came out great and the dark azure looks really good. I have the original but will add to it now because of your video. Thank you sharing everything as well!
Sure thing! This project was a ton of fun
Will you be doing any videos on the orient express?
Not at this time. I have some interest in the set but not the funds. As for the channel I'd be so far behind all the LAN members who got the set early for review I doubt I'd get much traction on the videos. No shade to them, they work really hard to do what they do. Personally I don't have any intention of working with Lego directly, I just make the videos I want to make. I think Racing Brick did an excellent job with his videos on the set, I haven't watched many others
Looks too clean. Need to add a bunch of graffiti stickers!
That's always an option 😁
I remember getting doors when they were on pab online. Should have got more.
Yeah you should of 😅
Great stuff as always! This might be a project for me in the future. It's also nice to see that Brickstickershop also do colour variations. I also buy stickers from them to complete my classic LEGO town and train sets.
Thanks! I've been very happy with my orders placed with BrickStickerShop, the color matching is spot on. I'll have a short at some point with more stickers I purchased from them
Can you send a link to the switch mod you used?
Sure, I'll add it to the description as well. This is for TrixBrix switches
rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-164996/Novakasa/motorization-mechanism-for-trixbrix-switches/
Thank You@@BatteryPoweredBricks
I have the original Maersk train got it when I was a kid. I built the coolest train layout with it then came home from school one day and my stepmom at the time threw all my legos In a box including the train demolishing it. Never have rebuilt it
The EVIL WITCH
Man, that's rough 😔
It's weird, that the center of the fans isn't cut out. You might want to mention that to them. They have cut them out on the Santa Fe sticker sheets.
I sent an email with a clip of the video, You weren't the first to mention that but it did remind me to reach out to them😅
You should try building a GE Dash 9-44CW locomotive and give it a Maersk livery!
I really do want to start modeling real locomotives at some point. I feel like I have a ways to go before that. I do have more locomotives on the way based on the Maersk locomotive. I've found decals for Union Pacific and Conrail and have a lot of the parts already
I did also make this set with bricklink parts and did order the stickers from same place as you. They did not have dark azure stickers then so I did choose medium azure. But I can see now that dark azure is much nicer, maybe I will change color at some point.
I'm really glad I asked them about adding dark azure, they added them very quickly to the store, I really didn't expect that. Medium azure was a close second for me
Great job. Thank you for sharing! Small addition, that you have used a few old parts in your Studio model, which are already exchanged by TLG, like jumper plates, modified tiles (e.g.30350b>30350c). But again, very great stuff. I definitely will use up your model to build a 2nd or even a 3rd engine beside the original one.
I think in that case I was seeing absolutely insane prices on the newest jumper plate variant. Kind of funny they are on my Lego store's PAB wall now (I'm rich!)😅. I didn't know about the 30350c though!
Love the randomness of how the docker logo just works on this project. Looks fantastic!
I know right? 😅 It's my favorite container 😁
To cut the centre out of the fan's you could use a wad punch, they come in different sizes and be a perfect hole.
Well it turns out they are supposed to be cut 😅, I let them know and they have updated the files for anyone that orders them in the future. They did offer to send replacements but I'm fine with the ones I cut
I can't get over how good this looks!! I really love the dark azure. Im with you that the colour looks "richer" - definitely does. Amazing build and awesome that brick sticker shop helped you out! Small businesses are the best!!
Yeah that really was the icing on the cake to get stickers that matched perfectly 😁
You did amazing with this. The train looks fabulous and the running section at the end was terrific. One question (and you may have answered this in a previous video but I"m a new subscriber: What are the devices that are used on the switches to change their direction?
That is a switch machine by Novakasa for Trixbrix switch tracks. I did end up adding the link the description after someone else asked about it. I do plan on making a video about it soon. For now I have 2 other videos about controlling Lego switch tracks remotely
Great video, thanks. I love the Docker container, too. 😁 I'm also an Unraid user, btw.
I like the color, looks good. The stickers are very well color matched. I have made the same containers and cars in CSX colors.
I couldn't believe how many options they had for the 6x16 containers and even larger containers. I really should build some CSX stuff at some point, that's the majority I see on the tracks here in the southeast
Well done. I enjoy the honesty about what are and what are not your designs. Very good vibe from your videos. Thank you.
That's definitely something I've tried to be transparent about from the beginning. I've actually made very few MOCs of my own, most are largely very derivative of other's work. When I start work on a project I make a txt file and put links to sources or anything that inspired it as I go. Thanks for the kind words, it really makes it all worth it 👍
All ways wanted to do this thanks agan for all you hard work!
It was such a fun project, glad to see the videos really seemed to resonate with folks
The small switcher is cute! I don't see a link. I presume it's not powered being only 11 studs long? I have a powered up switcher that's just 14 studs.
The link is there, it's a UA-cam link to Masao Hidaka's channel. It is powered, the PU hub takes up most of the space inside the cab. Have you posted a link to your switcher anywhere? I don't think I've seen it
Are the studio files meant to be password protected, if so is there a way to bypass this?
No they should be shared publicly. I was able to download them from an incognito browser without any issue. After clicking the link are you clicking the download button on the top right? I forgot that Google Drive shows the files inside of the IO file which is kind of weird. I may try an alternative site to host files like this
Thank you, I will try this! @@BatteryPoweredBricks
One thing you could do with the small switcher is do a cow and calf setup. Keep the switcher as is, and add a second one, but do it without the cab. So would be the PU motor and some bricks to hide it, but keep it low so the engineer can see over it. Then it would be "bigger", but still have two motors.
Is there another term to search for? "cow and a half train" is not giving good results 😅
@@BatteryPoweredBricksIt's a rail slug. They use them as extra power. They use the left over power of the locomotive.
Very nice looking, I have never used bricklink studio, how do you upload the link ? is there a certain file it needs or all of them ? Thanks!
Not sure what you mean exactly, the Studio files I provided are separate files for each build (locomotive, wagons and containers). They can be copied and pasted into a single file if you want to generate a wanted list from them
@@BatteryPoweredBricks Apologies , New to Studio and just trying to learn how to import your files. lol Thanks!
@@FalconWing1813 I will mention that I've been unable to simply double click the files to open them. I have to open BL Studio and "open" them from within the software.
@@BatteryPoweredBricks Great Thanks!
i did this in dark bluish gray i built two for 600 dollars
Thing is it was based off Northfolk souther loco and why a Csx container?
Why not? They had the stickers. While I do enjoy learning about real trains I really don't make much of an effort to keep things 100% accurate. Not like there are "docker" containers rolling around on the rail out there 😅
You mentioned the motors aren’t on Bricklink; any suggestions on where to find them? 0:55
Oh they aren't in Bricklink Studio, the software I used to make the instructions. The Powered Up motors are available at the Lego website, in some Lego stores and plenty for sale on Bricklink
How did you get the motors in the instructions?
I copied and pasted them from someone's build I found on ReBrickable. They aren't perfect be any means and don't show up as an actual part. The connections don't work great either. You can copy them from my Studio file if you wish. I guess I need to hunt down where I found them so I can credit them 🤔
@@BatteryPoweredBricks ah, neat :)
Wish that they would add at least the pf train motors to studio.
i from india i like to buy
If u can, could u make the instructions where pieces u won’t see are rainbow colored so we know if we can use different colors?
I've had so many requests for alternate instructions / part lists I'd never have time to do them. Part of the goal of these videos it to get people to try BrickLink Studio for themselves and be able to make alterations or alternate instructions themselves
@@BatteryPoweredBricks oh I was talking about parts inside the train that u won’t see once finished
It looks so close to the original, I have the original set and I can confirm this.
They were basically built from the instructions, the main differences were colors and modifying for Powered Up. I had the actual set years ago but sold it on eBay. I guess I've more than made up for it now 😅
@@BatteryPoweredBricks I only have one sealed train set to sell it after some years, in general I'm keeping them and also I've created a replica for Santa Fe 2 years ago, with the locomotive and all coaches.
Finally figured out studio and changing color and getting the wanted list into bricklink hoping the price was lower. Sadly looks to be around $200+. Considering just saving up and buying the actual Maersk set or buying two of the 60052 sets.
Did you use the 32L rigid hose instead of the 24L? That could easily be a $50 difference right there.
@@BatteryPoweredBricks Dang it forgot about that one. Got the total down to $180. Does that sound more in the right ballpark? That's without motors though.
Is that just for the locomotive or is that with a couple wagons? Also is that the estimate from Studio or from actual carts in Bricklink including shipping? New parts or used parts? There are a ton of details for saving money, I really tried to cover as many as I could in the video. One thing that helps a ton is to use any pieces you can from your collection. Just taking a single part off the wanted list can open up new stores with better prices. Again I have no way to give a price estimate whatsoever. In my case I had lots of parts on hand and I also wanted 3 locomotives, 10 wagons and a couple dozen containers (also two trucks in a later video). I ordered a lot of the parts in bulk like the train specific parts as some stores wildly overcharge for them. I wish it were easier to give straight answers to your questions, I get asked them a lot but there really aren't any simple answers.
@@BatteryPoweredBricks Just wanted to give an update as I finally got all the parts in to build 1 locomotive. Was around $100 for one excluding a powered up hub and motor. Definitely a good learning experience using bricklink and trying to get the best price on parts. I don't have a lot of extra parts lying around so had to order almost everything. Thanks for making all the files available! Much appreciated.
@@Timep3 Sure thing, glad to help! Thanks for the update 👍
I stopped buying and collecting legos in about 2012ish. This Maersk train (the locomotive and containers) are all that remains and they are displayed on my shelf in my office. Its not 100% original, as I modified it to look like a GP38-2 as far as the fan arrangement goes.