Hetch Hetchy Railroad in Black & White On30 Layout Tour with Steve Redeker
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- čas přidán 11. 09. 2024
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Have you ever seen a railroad modeled in black & white? Join us for a look at Steve Redeker's On30 Hetch Hetchy railroad. The real Hetch Hetchy railroad was a 68 mile standard gauge railroad built in early part of the 20th Century to construct the O'Shaughnessy Dam that created the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir which has been providing drinking water to San Francisco, CA for over a hundred years.
This model railroad uses battery powered motive power, so it's running on dead rail. Did I mention, it's modeled in black and white? What's more, Steve's personal connection to this railroad makes his model of it even more endearing, with more character than you can shake a stick at. It's one of the best model railroading stories I've ever heard.
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This guy give me a scant sense of hope that maybe I am not to old to still jump out of my armchair and start nailing together some wood someday. I like his approach. The 52J story is what makes this the greatest hobby in the world with the greatest people in it!
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Steve, you presented to us a big part of your life, a railroad, a boy scout camp you spent summers at possibly, experiences with your father and son, and of course your wife. You did it in a charming nostalgic way. I've seen alot of Jack Burgess videos, he's a perfectionist as to structures and rolling stock at a very particular time on the YVRR. What you and he have in common is the research in photo form that you utilize. The difference is that Jack uses them as a reference for model construction, and you actually present your photos to tell the story as a back drop with the modeling of the scenes and trains in the foreground as you take us on a stroll down your memory lane. One of these days I will have something in common with you as I will be modeling a much shorter version of the ACL as it ran through the county I've lived it since 1975, the similarity being its gone now, converted entirely to a bike trail. When I was 20 I took a job at a lumber yard that had a siding for box cars for studs and plywood and bulkhead flat cars for long length 2x4's. It all has to be done from memory. Once again, great presentation!
Really more like a conceptual work of art...very effective, educational and inspiring...
Your layout is startling. But when the viewer understands, it becomes educationally beguiling. Your tour is a delight. Well done Steve!
"Build Something I like and that works for me" True words of Model Railroad wisdom.
I think that in some ways model railways are a reflection of their builders - this is clearly a lovely model railway built by and presented by a lovely guy. Fun and a little quirky (and the railway is cool too)!
Just an awesome layout, custom built to suit the builder. Really enjoyed the video, the layout, the nostalgia and the enthusiasm of the owner. A real gem.
Very entertaining - clearly someone who is inspired to share his view of history and his hobby of modeling
What a great concept...having fun! Love the black and white. Outstanding job, Steve!
I admire Steve's approach to building his layout. Build what you can do at your own pace and within your own skill set and who knows?. . . you may even pick up some new skills and ideas along the way. Great video John!
John, you are a master craftsman. I spent many years at Camp Mather as a boy and adult. This brought back so many memories for me and many cool facts that I never knew. Thanks I will let many of my friends know of your project. Thanks again as I love trains too!
Your layout is unique and I enjoy unique, the black and white makes this feel even more so genuine of us thinking about the steam era.
Wow! Fantastic layout and great information. Thanks Steve for sharing!
Thank you Steve. That was awe inspiring. Fair Dinkum. Great and unusual layout.
OMG this man is a model railroad Genius what a fantastic railroad and layout it’s amazing 😁thanks for sharing 😁
Supremely unique take on model railroading. Great job!
A W E S O M E. A black and white railroad. Some great ideas here.
What a beautiful work of art. Creative, genius, instructive, historical, and as you say, something no one has ever seen before. I am so glad I saw this. I found it because it was referenced in the comments during tonite’s Thunder Mesa Studio live show. (Jan 31 2024)
Great layout & video. Thank you for sharing.
I like it. It is very different but you did it your way. Your foam core buildings are pretty good too.
Great layout tour ! wonderful layout ! NICE ! thanks for sharing ! m
This is great. I have a railroad that, like this one, is done in an artistic fashion with some parts in monochrome and others in full color. It is nice to see other examples of this unique approach to layout design and construction. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, this is super cool. The magnetic turntable makes me go, why hadn't I thought of that. And the 52J story is awesome!
What a fantastic idea definitely an original a work of art in its own!!!
It really is!
Steve...What a great tour of your unique On30 model railroad. I am glad to hear and see that you abide by...."Rule #1"..."it's my railroad".
6️⃣0️⃣3️⃣🚂😎. Absolutely amazing 🚂❤️🚂❤️ The whole thing is so kool 🚂❤️🚂❤️. Love it
GR’8. Job. Awsum 👍👍👍👍👍👍🚂🚂
Great video. Awesome layout. Thank you for bringing your diorama to the Sierra Simposium in Sonora last weekend.
I considered building a diorama in Black & White but never considered a whole layout. That is fabulous!
The most original layout I've ever seen. A rolling, working museum. Long live 52 J!
Wow he is amazing!!! Makes me want to do batteries too!!!
Fantastic! Best layout video tour I have ever seen! Great production values! Kudos to everyone who put this together! Also a great railroad.
Thanks Steve but it wouldn't have been such a good video if you didn't build something super cool and present it in such an entertaining way. :)
Very nice train layout …I like it..!!🚂
Very interesting, and well told. Especially interesting since I have been to most of those places.
This is my favorite so far!
WOW, I saw this at the convention! Always like Black & White media! What a theme!
This is interesting layout
Very nice gentleman. Ecellent idea. Very enjoyable video.
Steve, Love the layout, great work. I, too, make most of my buildings out of foam core, and latley 1/8 in plyboard. I have made several for the R and D in Watsonville. Keep up the good work. Wayne
Very cool Steve,My grandparents are friends with you and I’ve also wanted to see it as I model myself,but here it is.
Beautiful museum quality exhibit!
What a lovely layout tour. A beautiful layout, very well done, and a great presentation. This was definitely one of the best tours I’ve seen on TSG.
The Power Station building is fantastic!
Many thanks for a really entertaining display of a unique layout. Really fun to hear the explanations and anecdotes. This crowned my Saturday night. Best regards!! / Joakim Innala
Really like the B & W. Well done from a SF native
The most entertaining commentary I have ever seen and and they say fortune favours the brave this layout proves it
Really impressed with the battery locos I would love to try that as well as 6% grade even more impressive
On30 is usually used to model narrow gauge trains. This is an interesting use of On30 to model standard gauge trains. The "30" indicates 30" between the rails while standard gauge is 56-1/2" between the rails. The original was standard gauge.
outstanding!
Amazing layout! Loved the concept, historical background and research that went into it's construction. Truly inspirational...
Beautiful! Very entertaining
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great look layout. I have not seen a better layout to promote this is my railroad and I will do what I want and works for me
Excellent
Brilliant what an amazing concept and railed 🚂🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥✊✊✊✊
"Litem & Hide" High Explosives. I see what you did there, Steve.
John/Cydney. Wonderful video
...and the cows are already in black and white!
Great modeling wisdom here.
Possibly unique…at least for now. Bound to be an inspiration to others to do something similar according to their own abilities and tastes. Modular? Sectional? A layout by vignettes.
saludos lindo video
6️⃣0️⃣3️⃣🚂😎. 🚂❤️way kool
Wonderful model and great video. I've shared this with people interested in Camp Mather. (BTW, the current understanding is that we should say math-er, not MAY-ther. The second pronunciation would be an insult to the founder of our National Parks.) Can the model be visited? Have any arrangements been made for the day when the model might have to be relocated? -- to a museum, or?
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Would like to find more info on the railroad. Are there any books?
Yes, there are at least two books on the Hetch Hetchy Railroad, "Hetch Hetchy and its Dam Railroad" is the older and there is a newer book on the railroad as well. As Steve mentioned, the California State Railroad Museum library has MANY photos of this railroad (and many other California railroad subjects).
I think you should make your logo bigger.
Bigger AND brighter.
Where did you get the photos you used for this?
I don't quite understand, If the real Hetch Hetchy RR was 4' 8 1/2" gauged, why did you use On30 to re-produce? With all the stuff that is available in HO, I guess I would have used HO! However, it is your RR!!!
Steve explained this decision during the video.
To fit it in my man cave. Easier for old eyes and hands to deal with!