Back to the Beginning | Thunder Mesa Reimagined

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Күн бұрын

Join me as I take the Thunder Mesa layout back to its nearly original 3x6' footprint in this FINAL phase of demolition for the reimagined layout. Thunder Mesa town is carefully removed and all of the structures stored away, then it's time to begin the first phase of actual construction with the addition of new benchwork for a dramatic canyon section! Things are really moving forward in this Thunder Mesa 2025 update!
Thanks for watching, amigos!
Dave
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@thomasfrench2012 Ай бұрын

I liked how you were considerate of your town folk and removed the privy last. 🙂

@goodtobehandy Ай бұрын

The first thing needed and last thing to go.😁

@drewbakka5265 Ай бұрын

As a wargammer I've said it before and I'll say it a thousand times: You railroad men have forgotten more about making terrain then we'll ever remember

@loispadgett6306 Ай бұрын

You even make taking things apart fun. You saved alot of stuff. That crow will showup one day. Can't wait for the buildup video to start. I guess it did the canyon frame work began. See you next time. GOD BLESS🚂💖🚂💖🚂💖🚂💖

@NotSomebody63 Ай бұрын

I use nothing but sheetrock screws for everything I build. I am excited to see this next evolution!

@WanderingSpruce Ай бұрын

Congratulations, Dave! Looking forward to following along with the process

@blueberrycheesecakesupremo7947 Ай бұрын

Hi Dave, I found your channel about a month ago and I've watched all the videos on your channel. I wanted to tell you as a carpenter that there is no problem with your woodwork and you shouldn't put yourself down about it because what you do is perfect for your needs. There is no need to spend more money or make things any more complicated than they need to be. I salute you sir.

@ThunderMesaStudio Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@diyfireking Ай бұрын

Amazing to watch 👍👍

@goodtobehandy Ай бұрын

Keep using drywall screws. They're the most economical choice,and the course thread works the best for wood to wood and foam connection. Looking forward to the build.

@laurapeters8686 Ай бұрын

Looking forward to the new build 👍🏼

@garystrutt2078 Ай бұрын

Sure looks like your having fun!

@LifeIsAnArt95 Ай бұрын

You are so John-Allen-Esque. Taking the original vision and creating more awesomeness! I always look forward to your passion for the art!

@eschnitger Ай бұрын

Drywall screws are perfectly fine for these kind of projects.

@jimmanley4300 Ай бұрын

The second time in my life to see the Eighth Wonder Of The World! 😂

@lynnmccurdythehdmmrc2561 Ай бұрын

Dave, I'm fairly sure you've seen my "Twin Peaks" layout. When I started building it, I considered that someday it might have to be moved. Other than some scenery, it's in sections that are Bolted together.

@ironworksmodels Ай бұрын

I suggest referring to the downward risers as Sinkers. Seems reasonable.

@user-LarryG1261 Ай бұрын

Fun as usual Dave, thank you

@janeycole3327 19 күн бұрын

Dave, you use whatever woodscrews you like! I use drywall screws and it's great to simply unscrew a component when I need to. I have the relics of something I glued together. Breaking it up was basically terminal to the structure. I'm absolutely enjoying your mode of railway construction and the product is fantastic. Good 'ealth, John Warner, Australia

@davevan8864 Ай бұрын

My entire 24 x 34 O3r layout is sheet rock screws. Work just fine and they were free. Dad had boxes of them in his shop when he passed. Thanks

@glenhaasdyk2081 Ай бұрын

There is nothing wrong with using drywall screws on the layout, I'm using them on mine. I do pre-drill and countersink as I'm using plywood for my benchwork and I like a nice flush fitting screw

@richardsweeney197 Ай бұрын

Too bad you can't get some pictures of the buildings on rollers. 😉 When I was a young model railroaded and really cheap by need. I used a string of white Christmas lights to light my buildings. When you get the Boot Hill gate and fence rebuilt, I bet that raven will come home. 😉

@martyhyatt8729 Ай бұрын

Dave, what does drywall screws attach to... WOOD! Keep using your drywall screws

@carlosg1165 Ай бұрын

Dave Get new bits to stop rounding those screws 😂😂😂😂😂😂😊😊😊keep your videos coming

@davidbales8053 21 күн бұрын

Boy Dave, just gotta say again, I think you would be amazed at what an oscillating saw would do for controlled demolition. I think many of those scenes could be gently removed in their entirety. It acts almost like a cast saw, not a jigsaw or circular saw.

@politicsandtrains 27 күн бұрын

Dry wall screws are great for holding frames together.

@Lakeside1943 Ай бұрын

I'm in the same phase right now! I have a double deck layout and the upper level has to disappear. I hope to upgrade the lower level. So breaking up is looking forward to the future ! That makes it fun. However, due to old age....I hope......

@mikep95133 Ай бұрын

Hi Dave. I'd suggest using an impact driver instead of an electric drill for driving in any kind of screw. They are smaller and lighter than the drill, use the same battery's, and require less physical effort. I only use drywall screws for my projects. Since we both live in AZ where it is so dry, the screws never rust.

@ianpatrickmchugh787 Ай бұрын

Now here's a Project 2025 that I think everyone should look forward to and not be horrified by ;)

@sirrliv Ай бұрын

I see no problem with drywall screws. My whole bed frame is held together with drywall screws. In the end, a screw is a screw. Except maybe machine screws, which are just this side of being bolts anyway.

@AndyG13GLA Ай бұрын

I’ll definitely be following this as I’m hoping it gives me the motivation & kick in the butt needed to actually START my Disney diorama with various gauge Disney Trains. I like how you’ve put thought into the construction making it easy for deconstruction too. I doubt I’ll achieve such forethought as a complete novice so here’s hoping these videos give me ideas. Will these be going into any particular “playlist” so that I can follow the new construction process easily?

@dougsundseth6904 Ай бұрын

FWIW, I'd call those risers "hangers" instead.

@leonarddecant8566 Ай бұрын

A battery powered oscillating saw would really help you with some of this removal. For the longest time I couldn’t figure out what to do with one but now it’s one of my favorite tools.

@ThunderMesaStudio Ай бұрын

On my list

@stanleydomalewski8497 11 күн бұрын

Good Luck and Have Fun !😊

@larryrogers5996 Ай бұрын

I can't wait to see the reconstruction. Don't give into the hatters, my whole layout a 15 x 17 around the room is built with drywall screws and its solid, it won't come apart unless I take it apart.

@70rrsteve51 Ай бұрын

I have no patience for hatters.

@flakstruk-8481 Ай бұрын

The great drought of 24'

@randyrauch8210 Ай бұрын

I look forward to each new video. Thanks for sharing!

@montemullen2801 Ай бұрын

Always happy to see a new video.

@greatnorthernrailwaytother4711 Ай бұрын

Haha, maybe they are droppers, nice work. Cheers Peter from downunder

@sammisworkshops3762 Ай бұрын

Nicely done!

@johnschutt9187 Ай бұрын

THANK YOU!

@seawuff Ай бұрын

I’m really looking forward to seeing this progress and I’m also excited to see what you get up to when you get distracted.

@jameswebb797 Ай бұрын

The back side of water!!😂. Switzer Falls? Named for Dr Falls?🤣

@wtb24 Ай бұрын

A Jungle Cruise creative boat operator quote I believe.

@Jacktoro44 Ай бұрын

Man this sucks to watch, but I know it's in service of something bigger and better :3 Still sad to see the old layout go though ^-^

@ThunderMesaStudio Ай бұрын

It's all building from here - no more destruction!

@allenlandis4504 Ай бұрын

Great start, can't wait to see the rest.

@RyanGallagher-LostRoadbed 21 күн бұрын

Drywall screws ftw, aka "duct tape screws."

@SasquatchDanny Ай бұрын

Dave, I like your style!

@rickvangunten4800 Ай бұрын

It's really hard to watch the destruction of such a creative bit of work. But looking forward to watching what you have planned next .......................>

@Phoenixknight79 Ай бұрын

another great video, can't wait to see more of the building.... I would love to build a grave yard diorama but not sure how I should go along to make the stones. I know of a place I can buy some but they are costly as well... would you have any suggestions?

@ThunderMesaStudio Ай бұрын

I printed my own.