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Dan's Model Railroading Journey
United States
Registrace 2. 03. 2012
I call this a journey because I am experiencing all aspects of model railroading, by just jumping in (JJI). I don't care how I do when I try things. It's just about trying and then improving my model railroading skills. I have a goal of becoming a Master Model Railroader (MMR) through the @NMRA. I will be posting videos of me JJI, and I hope you hop onboard and enjoy the journey!
HO Scale Abandoned Blair Line Depot w/Graffiti
Thanks for checking out this video. As a modern modeler, I see graffiti and run-down buildings everywhere. I wanted to stretch my skills, so I took my own advice to #justjumpin and created a building with graffiti. I also wanted the depot not to look like the depot model from Blair Line LLC. Finally, I wanted to make sure I added some detail, which I have not done on my previous kit builds.
While I have now built several Craftsman kits, and this is the third Blair Line kit, it was really fun to depart from the directions and make an effort not to have the model look like the picture on the box.
I want to shout out to the @NMRAORGModelRailroading for helping me and challenging me to be a better modeler. The help friendships are the best thing about joining! Check out nmra.org for more information and to learn about the hobby of model railroading.
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#modelrailroading,#hobby,#hoscale
While I have now built several Craftsman kits, and this is the third Blair Line kit, it was really fun to depart from the directions and make an effort not to have the model look like the picture on the box.
I want to shout out to the @NMRAORGModelRailroading for helping me and challenging me to be a better modeler. The help friendships are the best thing about joining! Check out nmra.org for more information and to learn about the hobby of model railroading.
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Support the channel and grab some swag at my-store-c19744.creator-spring.com
hoscaleswitchingmodule
My social media:
Facebook: dansmodelrailroadingjourney/
Instagram: shaunadan94 or search for shaunadan94
X: x.com/Danimal1940
Audio courtesy of CZcams Audio Library
#modelrailroading,#hobby,#hoscale
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Awesome stuff as always Dan. Is there anyway that you can video your train layout in motion? Just curious.
@@leegaskins5506 I have some limited running on the layout in the layout update videos, but I will have to take some new ones with better lighting. I will work on it for sure.
Sorry I missed this Dan. Have a great weekend.
Thanks for saying that. Enjoy it on the replay. Lots of frustration this week with the flat car build and an older project of mine for the Show and Tell. Cheers. Have a fun weekend. Just Jump In!
The cafe kit is a good one. I built it in n-scale for my CONW layout and put a mural along the back wall that matched the backdrop I created. It isn't easy to see, but I know it is there. I sold the layout when it was finished. Rob
Styrene is an amazing and versatile modeling medium. Nice work
@@FarlandHowe thanks! I struggle every day cutting styrene, but building is practice. #justjumpin
Excellent work!
@@GoldenStateRailfan thanks for the kind words.
Sometimes you need a break from your passion. So #justjumpin and try something else.
Dan, I remember seeing you discuss this build on New Tracks and was impressed. But man, seeing it come together here is like seeing it for the first time. I like watching not only your thought process as you constructed it but also the problem solving that has to go along with almost every structure we build. I really like how your graffiti came out and I can't believe you found a 50% off Michael's coupon. And I think you finally convinced me that I need to put a static grass applicator on my wish list.
Thanks for the comments. My specialty seems advising what not to do. We’ll call it my niche. I haven’t seen 40% off in about a year. Mostly but get one 50% off or 20-30 off. Also most of their discounts have been split to in store only and online only discounts with heavier discounts online.
We are all experts in our own little niches. I've played the coupon stacking game at Michael's for years since I'm a Lemax Spooky Town collector. Buying out AC Moore allowed them to put an end to most coupon usage, at least in areas without competition.
Hi Dan this came out great . It sure does look old and abandon. 👍
@@BoxcarJerry Thanks. Really fun to detail!
Great stream. I really enjoy these Friday night sessions.
@@splitrock323 Thanks! Appreciate that coming from an accomplished modeler.
Missed the live show this eve so catching up on it. One suggestion I would have, especially for livestreams being viewed later, with multiple subjects is to timestamp the various different discussions/items (ie cement plant, s/w, etc) and embed into the description. Makes things easier for folks (like me) to find what interests me, ie CAD anything doesn't, but the cement plant section did. Just a thought, realize more time/effort required on your end. Thanks!
@@schadowolf Good suggestions!
I updated chapters for the last live stream (Frida). Let me know if this is what you are looking for. If so, happy to take some time to get the other streams updated with time stamps!
@@DMRJ Awesome, thanks! Looks great.
Great job.
Thank you!
I like your video transition technique.
Thank you!
The CAD program I’ve been using www.onshape.com/
So, I didn’t spill my water, but sure enough right after down went my water!😂😂😂😂
Nice work All coming together. 👍 Happy Modelling
@@monsvillerailways5736 thanks! These lives streams are keeping me moving!
How do you like that magnetic gluing jig? I’m a complete newbie and I just got one. It looks like it would be really handy.
I like it. It takes a little getting used to, and finding out your comfort level with it. The larger the item is the more tricks to keep things angled straight. I often use my 1-2-3 blocks with it for HO scale items. Also, if you have a heavy hand the magnets can move with a slight force. Finally, this may not apply to you because you already have one, but for my budget, it’s a little expensive. All that being said, I think it’s a worthwhile tool to have for squaring up glue seams.
@@DMRJ Thanks for all the info and tips. I will mostly be doing N scale, so fairly tiny. I was looking for 1-2-3 blocks when I came across this, and it seemed more versatile. I also got a set of machinist squares, which could help with taller models. I had best play with it a little bit, at least making a couple of very simple things, just for practice. I will be participating in a couple of workshops at the NRMA convention in a couple of weeks, and should at least know my way around my own tools. Thanks again!
@Linda_Eskin all useful tools!
Outstanding reference Dan. Thanks for sharing.
@@FunWithHOScaleStuff thank you. Glad I can help someone out!
Sorry for the fan running in the background!
It appears that you used Atlas 83 Code track. Can you provide the list of track used?
@@Drew-dg1qr I can confirm the turnouts but the res was flex track. All from Atlas.
#505, #506, and I believe one #560. They are #6 turnouts. Described early in czcams.com/video/IWatJfmvm20/video.htmlsi=cBP6doMSDuxQ_N44 with a view of the full size plan to show where track is placed.
@DMRJ Thank you. I am planning to expand the layout by incorporating John Allen's puzzle with a wye at the end. I'm looking to set it up on a 3 x 8.
@@Drew-dg1qr will you be documenting your journey?
@DMRJ I will try using Atlas code 83. I will probably get the benchwork done locally with one or two drawers. I have some restrictions since it is in a garage. I will put on casters. I have been trying to get one started for years. I have had the 3 fold curse over the decades: money, time, and space. This is the best solution combining two switching layouts.
For fine or super fine sand paper, try your local auto parts store, especially if you have one that has an auto body and paint section.
Excellent idea , great job on the flat car
@@dundasjunctionmodelr.r-jam8267 Thanks James!
I'm always on the lookout for discarded items I can use on my layout. Awesome video.
@@johnknippenberg-LandmarkYards Thanks. On a limited budget I’m always looking for thinks to do on the cheap.
I have found if you are going to paint craftsman kits, that is, where the main components are laser-cut wood, paint BOTH sides - even if the inside is painted a matte black. It is having one side painted, and one side raw wood that make them prone to warping.
@@kenr86 I agree and that was a hard lesson with the side wall of this kit. It was so thin and got so soft. That advice was given during the group build and I did no heed it. I like your idea of painting the inside walls black. Not only can help counter the warping, but can help with light bleed and give it a sense of depth through windows. Thanks for checking out the video. Remember to Just Jump In!
@@DMRJ I've been watching a bunch of your videos - I started with the switching layout, since I've just started building one like that myself - a question, do you have a good image or track plan in it's final form? If you didn't object, I may steal some of your ideas for my layout. Thanks
I'm not sure what you said, but I think it was. "bwah, buh, wha, twa, metal wheels from Intermountain, bla, bwa, fuh, soon." But, anyway, I like your layout and I hope the quality of the audio improves. Thanks for the video. I like the design of the layout.
The audio has improved quite a bit. The early videos suffered from many issues.
@@DMRJ I appreciate you posting them anyway. Thanks.
"Derailments. Disappointments. For All Mankind." - parody of the 'Armageddon' line "Freedom. Independence. For All Mankind."
Dan, the work on the underside of the cars looks like you're doing great. That kind of stuff scares the bejeebers out of me. Looks like you have a fair bit of work to do but it should look awesome when done. I like what you've done with the Mine Mount kit, making it like your college town eatery. My wife graduated Rutgers, too. Probably a bit before you. LOL And don't worry about those chimneys. I've seen real ones that aren't straight, course they were kinda old.
Thanks for the kind words. One of thh h e things I learned from you and others is everything is just technique. Even the most artistic parts of a project. I think by the 4th car I will have a merit worthy car just from the practice. As I always say Just Jump In. If you don’t like what what you’ve done no one needs to know you did it. Thank you for showing your wok. It inspires me and I’ve tried a bunch of techniques you have presented.
@@DMRJ What I really enjoy about the hobby is the sharing. We all learn from each other. I might try some more undercar work someday.
Nice
Nice New Subscriber!😊
Welcome! And Thank You.
@@DMRJ No problem!
Great progress on the cars. I love your detail on the building. Very inspiring.
Thanks for watching and the comments!
Evidently City Classics has gone out of business, sadly with Jim's passing. A shame to loose such an excellent source of kits. ;-)
I like the fact that you could replace parts, add on, or scratch build with Jim’s offerings.
Thanks everyone for joining my 1st live stream. I hope to do more. Remember to just jump in.
When trying to glue something like that in the future, If you use some 3d printer resin and a UV light, it will cure hard instantly and stick anything together!
Tip from an old modeler: use some electrical tape cut into thin strips to use as tie downs. On one of my HO scale loads I used black thread and tied it to the stake pockets. Cheers from eastern TN
Thanks for the tip!
I have a bunch of these tubes too. Now I know what to do with them. Thanks for sharing.
And by watching this you now know what not to do! If I can impart anything it’s always what not to do. 🤓
Definitely a good idea. Good way to make a nice load and not pay anything for it. Turned out great. The weathering and add ons to the car look good too. Nice job. 👍
Thanks for the kind words. It was fun to troubleshoot the build.
Nice work.
Thanks!
Nice job Dan, looks good.
Thank you!
I hope this video helps inspire you to try something new. Just Jump In!
Not sure where the layout edge is @ 0:18, only thing I would suggest is to possibly lengthen the track lead on the right side and perhaps shorten the run around tracks. Since the trains are coming from the left and all the points are trailing points, in order to switch those 3 tracks and drop off cars at designated tracks a decent sized lead is necessary to pull the train beyond the switches and then back up. You don't seem to have that ability here.
Without railroading experience I appreciate the analysis. It’s helpful.
Excellent track plan!!!!
Absolutely stunning results!
Thank you for the kind words!
This is the Wiley’s Good Times Tavern by Mine Mount Models. This is a fun and more beginner kit if you are just getting into Craftsman style kits.
Congrats on the mile stone and congrats to the winners. I was close a few times.
Congratulations on reaching 400 subs!
congrats to everyone who didnt win even if you didnt get a prize you still got a shout out from being on the spin wheels
Congratulations to all of the winners. Thanks for having the giveaway Dan.
Thanks for checking out this video and a huge THANK YOU to my over 400 subscribers!