Love it Tim! Only an engineer can give a true perspective of how it feels in the seat. Like “Once momentum takes I just let it pull me into the track”. Love it!!!!
Hey Tim, I think you're right about people being busy or on vacation. Your videos aren't too long. I could watch them all day. In fact I have watched every video you have done. I first found your channel when I heard about the Proto Throttle DCC Controller. I have been hooked on it. Thanks for all that you do to educate us on how to model the prototype and operate accordingly.
Tim your video are always inspiring . I get a lot of ideas from your videos, and there perfect length.always around to the end . Great job keep it up. Roy
These have been a great series. Enjoyed all the ones in the past as well. Like some of the eye level shots too. Old SBC was a great layout and this one is even better. I have no problems with the length of the videos.
No no no no no!!!!! It's the ones who really appreciate GOOD model RR who these wonderful videos are for. Operations take time. If you can't take the switching and ops for too long, I would begin to question my love for the hobby and railfanning. Although there are train schedules, for us serious hobby folk, ALL TIME is SUSPENDED. except for youtube I guess Keep switching TIM Beutiful work and artistry........... I still think you should do a compilation of your vids. wink wink
Another spectacular op session! In my opinion, long video or short, this is one of my favorite channels to watch! Thanks for sharing and allowing us the opportunity to learn and grow the hobby.
On vacation? Nope. The length of your videos are fine with me. You can make them as long as you want, I will still watch them. I am not part of UA-cam’s algorithm … I have my own.
Another enjoyable switching video. I've said this before, but I'll do it again: your finished roadbed is outstandingj. And your backdrops are so well integrated into the layout, which isn't easy on a shallow shelf layout. Cheers from Wisconsin!
Tim, excellent video and as always a great explanation of what you are doing while doing it. Waste of time, not to this model railroader. Thank you for sharing
Always look forward to and enjoy the vids. I Like Operations and your trains look and sound the best! Experiencing same drop off over last month. Picking back up but I’m slowing down. Too much outdoors things to keep up in this weather. Do it before it’s freezing again!
Nice little session! I've found that my viewership is WAY down on my channel as well 😟 But no matter the video length your ops sessions are always worth watching in their entirety. Thanks Tim!
These operating sessions are interesting and I enjoy them. I truthfully learn something from each one of them, as I do in sessions I participate in. I do have a question as to operating speed limits when you, yourself do real life switching for NS. I realize speed is based on track, traffic volume and weather conditions/congestion, but what would be the norm? Also, are there any plans to run foreign power on the SC in the future? Thanks, keep up the good work. Steve
Thanks for the question Steve. Yes, tracks all have speed limits. Most trackage other than mainline trackage is limited to a 10 mph max. Mainlines vary due to class and conditions. You can have a 60 mph max but certain segments can have permanent restrictions such as curves. These will be listed in timetables. Temporary restrictions like slow orders are found on dispatcher bulletins. On the SC I have a 25 mph max on the mainline due to its FRA class three status but I have certain segments further reduced due to slow orders or conditions. In
Tim I can only speak for myself but you are NOT wasting my time. When I watch I learn and thats what's important to me. Question. How many tracks are in Ragland Yard. I see 4 but you called the track close to the edge track 2, so I'm a little confused.
Definitely not wasting my time!! I do have a question though.... That picture backdrop of that large tan brick looking factory your switching in front of., Is that a real 3D facade of model kit over a photo or just a photo? ... Cause it really pops and looks so realistic sir. - Gary
For me, it's not the short attention span but since my youngest is 5 she takes a lot of my attention. So while I do enjoy hour long vids myself, I can't enjoy the video in one shot.
People these days just don't have a long attention span. Just look at what they're doing to MLB. I don't think the video length is the problem, it's the audience :D
For NS it is typically two handbrakes for level tracks. Some yards which have grades have different requirements. Industries and mainlines require us to do a C102 test of the handbrakes to make sure a sufficient number of handbrakes are applied to keep the train from rolling away when the air brakes are totally released. I am not sure about other RRs. I think it is 10% on CSX but don’t quote me.
@SeaboardCentral thanks Tim but to clarify, is that 2 cars on each end in a yard track? I'm asking because I'm getting ready to write the rules for my layout.
@@k9noseknows generally just one end as stated by local instructions. For example: two brakes must be applied on the north end of each track in the Lower Yard.
I try to run the engines in various configurations. Just like the prototype. All week long at work I have been running two SD40-2s elephant style. Sometimes it is just that way. In the modern era, there are fewer and fewer places to turn an engine to face the opposite direction. So often it means making do with what you got. This holds true especially on locals. Hope this makes some sense. But have no fear, in the next video I plan on MUing the two GP40-2W units together to make a back to back set.
@@darrylmiller5116 of course. Worked with him from the start of my career in 1996. He even trained me as an engineer. His son Craig was my conductor for a long time and now is working as a Yardmaster in East Point.
UA-cam has been known to screw with people. Your videos are not too long. Your viewers will sit by idle tracks for a couple of hours hoping to see a train. Now, that Jawtooth guy's videos... 🤣
Hey I’m good with the length of the video. I relax with a coffee and watch you switch and learn a thing or two. It’s a hobby, it’s relaxing. 😎
Thanks!
Thanks for sharing. I enjoy this series of Solo Operating Sessions. I felt like I have been railfaning along the Seaboard Central.
Thanks for watching!
Really appreciate your videos
Thanks for watching!
Love it Tim! Only an engineer can give a true perspective of how it feels in the seat. Like “Once momentum takes I just let it pull me into the track”. Love it!!!!
Thanks! That’s about it.
Hey Tim, I think you're right about people being busy or on vacation. Your videos aren't too long. I could watch them all day. In fact I have watched every video you have done. I first found your channel when I heard about the Proto Throttle DCC Controller. I have been hooked on it. Thanks for all that you do to educate us on how to model the prototype and operate accordingly.
Thanks! I appreciate it.
Excellent series of videos and I really like how the layout is coming along.!!
Thanks! I really appreciate it!
Hi Tim. Happy Sunday my friend. Yeah July and August are prime summer vacation months.
Good video! Have a great weekend!
Thanks! You too.
I’m a big fan of “drive hold” feature asl well!
Yes it’s a great way to simulate moving tonnage.
You have a great layout and I enjoy watching your videos more than anything on tv
Thanks! Glad you enjoy it!
Tim your video are always inspiring . I get a lot of ideas from your videos, and there perfect length.always around to the end . Great job keep it up.
Roy
Thanks Roy!
These have been a great series. Enjoyed all the ones in the past as well. Like some of the eye level shots too. Old SBC was a great layout and this one is even better. I have no problems with the length of the videos.
Thanks! Glad you are enjoying it.
Your weekly updates are just what people need after a long week of work. The How you build or Operating sessions are great videos, Keep them coming.
Thanks! Stay tuned. More to come.
Always enjoy your videos!
Thank you! I appreciate it!
I like all your vids......good work
🤤
Thanks!
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your content I enjoy it.
Thanks for watching!
Love your layout and operations bro'.
Thanks!
Tim, Always enjoy your ops videos as well as the how-to videos! Keep them coming!
Thanks Mike!
I enjoy your videos, so please keep'em coming. It's an inspiration to me.
Thanks!
It was great to see the SC in person yesterday. It was fun operating with you and Tom!
Great to have you over Brandon! Glad you enjoyed it.
Videos are a great length loving them
Thanks!
Not wasting my time, keep the videos coming and i look forward to the fantastic work you are doing. Keep it up. 👌
Thank you!
Like the low angle bridge shot!
Thanks!
Love these videos! I like your background transitions.
Thank you!
Another great video. Love the updates. Sorry it sometimes it takes me a while to get to them, but never fear I'm always searching them out.
Thanks! I appreciate you watching and commenting!
Just what I needed after getting home from working the Sunday yard job😁😂
Lol
The videos are great Tim. Probably my favorite model railroading channel on you tube
Thank you very much! I’m glad you enjoy the content. Stay tuned. More to come.
very cool Tim,.Highball on the air
Thanks!
another good session. It's been an enjoyable series to me. Cheers!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.
No no no no no!!!!! It's the ones who really appreciate GOOD model RR who these wonderful videos are for. Operations take time. If you can't take the switching and ops for too long, I would begin to question my love for the hobby and railfanning. Although there are train schedules, for us serious hobby folk, ALL TIME is SUSPENDED. except for youtube I guess Keep switching TIM Beutiful work and artistry........... I still think you should do a compilation of your vids. wink wink
Thanks Calvin!
Great Video as always! Looking forward to the next one! Cheers! - Brian
Thanks!
Never a waste of time Tim! I don't care how long the videos are. I love the info on ringing the bell also.
Thanks! I appreciate it. Glad you enjoy the content.
@@SeaboardCentral Your welcome, and I like longer sessions too. Sorry I miss the live stream sometimes.
I have learned a lot from watching your videos. Thanks for taking the time to make them.
Thanks for watching!
Another spectacular op session! In my opinion, long video or short, this is one of my favorite channels to watch! Thanks for sharing and allowing us the opportunity to learn and grow the hobby.
Thanks Gene!
On vacation? Nope. The length of your videos are fine with me. You can make them as long as you want, I will still watch them. I am not part of UA-cam’s algorithm … I have my own.
Thanks for being a loyal viewer. I appreciate it!
#241 looks as though it could have been a recent 'Pan Am' GP40-2W ?
You would be correct. It has Pan Am colors but for SC history it was an ex CN unit that was purchased back in 2004 when CN was selling them off.
Another enjoyable switching video. I've said this before, but I'll do it again: your finished roadbed is outstandingj. And your backdrops are so well integrated into the layout, which isn't easy on a shallow shelf layout. Cheers from Wisconsin!
Thanks! I really appreciate it.
Tim, excellent video and as always a great explanation of what you are doing while doing it. Waste of time, not to this model railroader. Thank you for sharing
Thanks!
Always look forward to and enjoy the vids. I Like Operations and your trains look and sound the best!
Experiencing same drop off over last month. Picking back up but I’m slowing down. Too much outdoors things to keep up in this weather. Do it before it’s freezing again!
I hear ya. Thanks for watching!
I love long videos - keep 'em coming!
Thanks Jim!
Nice little session! I've found that my viewership is WAY down on my channel as well 😟 But no matter the video length your ops sessions are always worth watching in their entirety. Thanks Tim!
Thanks for watching.
These operating sessions are interesting and I enjoy them. I truthfully learn something from each one of them, as I do in sessions I participate in. I do have a question as to operating speed limits when you, yourself do real life switching for NS. I realize speed is based on track, traffic volume and weather conditions/congestion, but what would be the norm? Also, are there any plans to run foreign power on the SC in the future?
Thanks, keep up the good work.
Steve
Thanks for the question Steve. Yes, tracks all have speed limits. Most trackage other than mainline trackage is limited to a 10 mph max. Mainlines vary due to class and conditions. You can have a 60 mph max but certain segments can have permanent restrictions such as curves. These will be listed in timetables. Temporary restrictions like slow orders are found on dispatcher bulletins. On the SC I have a 25 mph max on the mainline due to its FRA class three status but I have certain segments further reduced due to slow orders or conditions. In
241 sounded really good under load
Thanks! Actually it and the 240 are two separate GMD files. I should have them consisted in the next video.
Good morning Tim , where did you get your background from ? There awesome!
Thanks! My backdrops are all from Trackside Scenery. I have some videos about them on the channel if you want to check them out.
THANK YOU FOR LOVE GREAT OPERATION BYSELF AS GREAT JOB TELL US HOW DOING THAT IN REAL WORLD
FROM AUSTRALIA
Thanks for watching!
Tim I can only speak for myself but you are NOT wasting my time. When I watch I learn and thats what's important to me. Question. How many tracks are in Ragland Yard. I see 4 but you called the track close to the edge track 2, so I'm a little confused.
Thanks John! From the back to front is Ragland Runaround pass track, Mainline, RY01, RY02.
Definitely not wasting my time!! I do have a question though.... That picture backdrop of that large tan brick looking factory your switching in front of., Is that a real 3D facade of model kit over a photo or just a photo? ... Cause it really pops and looks so realistic sir. - Gary
Thanks! Photo from a Trackside Scenery backdrop.
@@SeaboardCentral WOW....
For me, it's not the short attention span but since my youngest is 5 she takes a lot of my attention. So while I do enjoy hour long vids myself, I can't enjoy the video in one shot.
Been there!
Nice.
Thanks!
People these days just don't have a long attention span. Just look at what they're doing to MLB. I don't think the video length is the problem, it's the audience :D
Yeah, your on to something.
Tim, when you mentioned hand brakes, I was wondering what is the general rule for the number applied for a no grade no air equipped yard track.
For NS it is typically two handbrakes for level tracks. Some yards which have grades have different requirements. Industries and mainlines require us to do a C102 test of the handbrakes to make sure a sufficient number of handbrakes are applied to keep the train from rolling away when the air brakes are totally released. I am not sure about other RRs. I think it is 10% on CSX but don’t quote me.
@SeaboardCentral thanks Tim but to clarify, is that 2 cars on each end in a yard track? I'm asking because I'm getting ready to write the rules for my layout.
@@k9noseknows generally just one end as stated by local instructions. For example: two brakes must be applied on the north end of each track in the Lower Yard.
Been enjoy our Ops…very realistic to me, the Ops novice😊
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed them.
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I am curious about why you run your engines elephant style?
I try to run the engines in various configurations. Just like the prototype. All week long at work I have been running two SD40-2s elephant style. Sometimes it is just that way. In the modern era, there are fewer and fewer places to turn an engine to face the opposite direction. So often it means making do with what you got. This holds true especially on locals. Hope this makes some sense. But have no fear, in the next video I plan on MUing the two GP40-2W units together to make a back to back set.
@@SeaboardCentral it was no big deal, I was just curious. BTW, did you know Ken Jeniki before he retired?
@@darrylmiller5116 of course. Worked with him from the start of my career in 1996. He even trained me as an engineer. His son Craig was my conductor for a long time and now is working as a Yardmaster in East Point.
@@SeaboardCentral They are both in the same model trains club as I am. North Georgia Modurail..
UA-cam has been known to screw with people. Your videos are not too long. Your viewers will sit by idle tracks for a couple of hours hoping to see a train. Now, that Jawtooth guy's videos... 🤣
I believe it.