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Layout Update January 2024 - New Trains, New Me!
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6 ай бұрынI’ve added a new style of video - Let me know what you think
For an introduction to this project: • Introduction to the Un...
Here’s what I’m going to cover in this video:
• Introduction to new content approach for 2024.
• Highlights of January 2024 update, including:
• Winter break experiences.
• Recent acquisitions and visits to the Woodstock Model Railroad show.
• Track repair and introduction of the nibbler tool.
• Updates on the ballasting process and Fairmont Royal York Hotel backdrop building.
• Preview of plans for Union Station.
Longer Description:
Join me in this video as I embark on a new journey in 2024, making a minor shift in my KZfaq content. After three years of creating videos and receiving valuable feedback, I've decided to change my approach for SOME of my videos - I'm introducing a monthly layout update video with a more casual style in addition to my regular updates.
In this January 2024 update, I share my experiences over the winter break, including finding great deals on Go Transit items. The video covers my recent acquisitions, such as a GP 40th, a bi-level passenger car, and a Woodstock Model Railroad show visit.
I tackle a track repair. I also introduce a handy tool, the nibbler, for scratch building. The video concludes with updates on my ballasting process, completing the Fairmont Royal York Hotel backdrop building, and a preview of my plans for Union Station.
Join me each month for these casual updates, and let's continue this model railroading journey together! Thanks for watching, and I look forward to sharing more with you in the next update.
More Channel Info:
Welcome to N Scale Dystopia - A channel dedicated to documenting the build of a post-apocalyptic N Scale Model Railroad and Dioramas based on Union station in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
#nscale #ModelRailroad #DystopianModeling
If you found this video intriguing, consider subscribing for more content as I lean into creating more dystopian scale models. I'm figuring a lot of this out along the way, so it's always nice to have you join me on the journey and offer support, but more importantly, feedback! / @nscaledystopia
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@kevinbeverly4086 6 ай бұрын
Really awesome video. The go transit locomotive and car are both really cool. The layout looks really good too.
@michaelstoughii1920 6 ай бұрын
I always enjoy your videos. The ones where your building something help me understand and see techniques. This format gives a more personal touch and lets me get a better sense of you, the creator/builder/model railroader along with an overview of the work taking place. Keep up the fantastic content.
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you! Things are ever evolving. I appreciate the kind words.
@TheRobertSterling 6 ай бұрын
Well nice to see you. Always love your videos. I agree with you that most of the model train community are great and really want to see their pieces being used. Thanks for this months update, keep up the amazing work. Cheers.
@StevesTrains 6 ай бұрын
Great update! Thanks for sharing it!
@CGngauge 6 ай бұрын
Great update. I personally like both types of videos. I love seeing others build things from scratch as a 'how to' video, but also, it's nice to simply get a quick update of the progress of the layout. Makes the video editing quick and simple and doesn't require too much time which can be focused on the building or other things in life. Look forward to seeing the progress and updates. Craig.
@Coreyt1976 6 ай бұрын
Great update. Your layout is looking good. Cool to try new ideas with videos to see what works best.
@sernajrlouis 6 ай бұрын
Cool video. Can't wait to see the finished layout. Looking great already
@railwayjade 6 ай бұрын
Awesome stuff! My favourite thing from this month is that huge hotel!
@minutemanmac 6 ай бұрын
Love it. Your layout was one of the driving layouts to get me back into N from HO. Started on it this week.
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
That is awesome!
@derailroad 6 ай бұрын
You do amazing work my brother I love the Fairmont and will most likely attempt something similar on mine. Thank you for the update.
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
Good luck!
@dundasjunctionmodelr.r-jam8267 6 ай бұрын
Great update, very impressive improvements to your layout, like the way you created gaps then install jumpers , great work , Chris is a great guy , have a great day
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
I agree - Chris is great. Thanks!
@joaquim8498 6 ай бұрын
Nice work! Good new cars purchase. They look so good. Maybe I'm a little crazy but I like so much your new machine aquisition moving in the rails without the cover. Is so... Terminator train machine! 😂 The new tool looks so useful for windows and doors. I like so much your video and how you transmit your hobby passion. Your decission to do more casual videos is good. It will work nice. Thanks to share! See ya!
@MMRails 6 ай бұрын
lol, I knew you couldn’t upload raw footage. I agree with the rest of the comments, still well edited. I hear where you’re coming from. Editing takes a lot of time. I’m tempted to shoot raw layout updates as well but I did it once and the footage was 20 minutes. It’s one reason I do lives now, no editing. Anyway, layout looks awesome, you look awesome, can’t wait for the next “unedited” update.
@eth.wong04 6 ай бұрын
Nice video! Production quality is still great! Just make sure you don’t burn yourself out, just enjoy the hobby as it is and don’t worry about the videos. It’s easy to get caught up in them. As for the rapido ocean cars getting canceled, the n scale community doesn’t like to preorder so there is a higher risk for the company to produce the cars. Thus, you should preorder all that you can lol.
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
That's the plan!
@Dr.K_N.Scaler 6 ай бұрын
Loved the update and the new format is really cool! I’m going to search through my spare DC boards and see if there is anything that may be of use to you.
@emilnord 6 ай бұрын
It's really nice work on the railway. This kind of video is really good. All videos don't need to be "over worked ".
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@cpwhiskycreek 6 ай бұрын
Great update, and I’m glad that board worked out for you! Happy to help!
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
Thanks again!
@markcentola2817 6 ай бұрын
nice update video
@mloik1 6 ай бұрын
If it's a question of fancy editing vs more content of your modeling, I say definitely the regular modeling content. Great work!
@quintonnscale4x8 6 ай бұрын
Love your channel, content, and layout! I like the casual approach as well, your previous videos have been outstanding with the editing and graphics but I've wondered how you manage to work on the layout. Eager to see more and hope to bump into you one day. Keep up your passions! Cheers!
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
'but I've wondered how you manage to work on the layout' - I don't sleep much. Thanks!
@1Nanerz 6 ай бұрын
I like it. No need for the fancy production, even though you’re very proficient at it. Get the video footage out there!
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
Working on it!
@harleymemphis9190 6 ай бұрын
great video update thank you
@kimhawtin 6 ай бұрын
Interested to see more use of and feedback on the nibbler with styrene.
@chrisbursnall1225 6 ай бұрын
Great vid again. You have always done great work. Just don't get burnt out. I do n scale as well and you have been a great inspiration.
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
The idea is that a video in this format is much easier to produce - specifically to avoid burnout.
@joseybegood 6 ай бұрын
Nibbler is one of the best lil bits of kit I have picked up in years, you will find more uses than you can imagine!
@vincenthuying98 6 ай бұрын
Dear N-scale Dystopia, nice update video. Cool to see how you repaired the tracks. Love the way you added the ‘humped’ diode legs as an expansion joint. In a way it’s yet another layer of detail piece, where the tracks in true scale are connected in similar fashion. At least when the tracks are electrified. Must be honest I don’t know if those kinds of track connections are also used on tracks only in use by Diesel units. Must say I truly appreciate all the effort you put into your vids. Whether previous format or current. Humbly think you always got a great storyline, which indeed requires a lot of work and patience. Hence I fully understand the switch towards the update format. Cheerio
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for the detailed comment. I do appreciate the conversations videos allow to happen!
@brianreed2920 6 ай бұрын
Love your work and artistic creativity. It is incredible. The 12 days of Christmas was excellent. Thanks for sharing everything you’ve done. We’ll enjoy anything you put out regardless of the frequency!
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@WeltenbauerClub 6 ай бұрын
I love the Update video concept. Thanks for keeping us in the loop
@GustavSvard 6 ай бұрын
Production value is still high. The buckling tracks did not look like a fun discovery at all, but nice to see the fix being so straight forward. Disappointing that the pre-orders to the manufacturer for those cars didn't get strong enough for the production run to happen, but I gotta say I do like that there is this kind of feedback pre-order system nowadays so the manufacturers don't end up with too much unsold stock.
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
It's be said that N Scalers are poor pre-order-ers. We like to 'see' it first, so we tend to shy away from the 'money first' model. It hurts us in the end.
@mattyt1250 6 ай бұрын
Excellent Update. Like your track ideas 💡
@scottcrompton6931 6 ай бұрын
I am glad you chose a more comfortable pace for yourself. The format is good, looking forward to more of it!
@waterloojunctionrailway 6 ай бұрын
That's a great layout update, I really enjoy seeing the progress. Looking forward to the next one.
@pd1jdw630 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the update. Lots of work going on there. Good to see it all coming to live.
@GoViaorgohome 6 ай бұрын
Great update! I love how it’s all coming together. I find that is why a lot of guys just do lives to show what they have been working on. No edit time. I like a mix of both, raw footage and clean cuts. Keep doing what you are doing!
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
You're one of the people that I'm excited to see their updates.
@garystrutt2078 6 ай бұрын
Well done, both the layout and the video. New format works for me.
@tracksidemike 6 ай бұрын
Great update N scale Dystopia coming along quite well. Always great to challenge your self on updates.
@petert9749 4 ай бұрын
Hmm? Dunno about supergluing the track down. What would have happened when the board warped if it had been glued the first time (awful expression; hope you know what I mean?) What's going to happen next time it moves, eg., moves back again? Good to see someone NOT using DKK, and its constant voltage across the rails. I keep mentioning 'Throttle With a Future' (Model Railroader (I t hink July 1975) worth a look. If you build it probably not worth including the momentum circuit. With quality models, the results are superb. Should work with N, and some component update might be required. Viewed your latest on airbrushing. Nothing wrong with your airbrush. The more I do the simpler my equipment gets. That's not to say no place for high end gear, but for most of what I do, single action external mix works. And without borish cleaning. Practice, practice, practice - and good ventilation and safety gear/procedures. I started out with a fly-spray hand pump (modified with K&S tubing. I got laughed at, which worried me not at all. Went home and prepared two plates with masked two colour pattern. The paint was accuflex: the first was with a fly spray; the second with an outside mix airbrush. My detractor was impressed. I could j-u-s-t tell the difference, but not able to say if local factors or brush quality were operative. A lot of unhelpful silliness is presented over airbrush. Most of the difference between a good and bad result is how much practice the operator has had. Just spray safely. Modelling went on in the Depression too, you know. Be great to see you scratch-build a pass car or something.
@NScaleDystopia 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the extensive comment - I appreciate it! I'm not sure that the superglue was a good or bad idea but it was far easier than other adhesives. I'll look at the throttle suggestion - I am interested in the 'ancient' projects. I'm getting more comfortable with my airbrush - it's going well. Thanks again the comment.
@everywherewestmodels 5 ай бұрын
Try using Kato expansion track sections, you could install them in non conspicuous places. Cause I am not sure you would want to ballast them. Cause these need to be able to flex with expansion and contraction. It would save you kinks. A friend had the same issues in his yard, he put these in and voilà no more kinks.
@NScaleDystopia 5 ай бұрын
VERY clever. I shall research
@kevinmacneil5636 6 ай бұрын
That buckling would feel great to your passengers! I'll have to start scouring alternative markets for GO equipment. I have been trying to get at least a loco+6 coaches for a year unsuccessfully (unless I want to pay $400 for three coaches shipped from the US) to run on my new layout.
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
I've ridden the GO many times. The buckling is prototypical... 😉
@TheyMakeItLikeThat 6 ай бұрын
Challenge accepted! 😂
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
...Gloves are off!
@MissouriRailroadProductions 6 ай бұрын
First comment!
@DylanDurdle 5 ай бұрын
Which years did go transit use those locomotives. I only remember the F59p that doesn’t have side rails, only yellow rails on the front. My 90s loco is identical to the F59p
@NScaleDystopia 5 ай бұрын
The GP40s were the very first locos for GO. I think they were sold to Amtrak in the 80's?
@DylanDurdle 5 ай бұрын
@@NScaleDystopia I did a bit of homework and see GO even leased them out on weekends to CP to haul freight on weekends. I probably just never actually remembering seeing any in use on GO in my lifetime, as I see the last ones were retired in 1991.
@SkysTrains 6 ай бұрын
what brand are your LRC coaches? I just bought my first n-scale tram (yeah ik not a train but whatever) and I want to create a layout.
@NScaleDystopia 6 ай бұрын
The LRCs are Rapido. Very hard to find.
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