Hello! Yes, it seems we Katy modelers are in a minority. But, I’m finding out there are a lot more of us than I imagined! I appreciate your thoughts on the wires for the power lines. They would look nice. But, my big hands and fingers sometimes brush and knock the poles themselves, so I can’t imagine how things would fate with wires! Perhaps I’ll experiment and see one day when I’ve got time on my hands to play around with it! -Mike

Thank you! Slowly but surely. I’m looking forward to knocking out the next section a little quicker- or at least the basics. Cooler weather means fewer outdoor activities to take away from layout time! Ha. -Mike

Hello! Thank you for listening and watching. I appreciate those links. I’ll make sure those are updated on there. -Mike

Thank you, Devin! I’ve been on the roll the last few days with a few productive days (thankfully) and am looking forward to cranking out the next update very soon!

Hello, Mike! I sure appreciate that. I had a great time on the podcast. And, thank you for watching. Glad to know we have a new Katy “convert.” Haha! -Mike

Hello! I sure appreciate you watching! -Mike

Hi, Randy! I sure appreciate that. Thanks for watching the video…I’m glad you liked it! -Mike

Thank you…I appreciate it, Andrew! -Mike

I appreciate that, Brandie! It always means a lot to hear compliments from friends who know what the real thing is supposed to look like! It’s a lot of fun- but makes me feel old to think about recreating a part of history- that was in our lifetime. Haha.

Hello! I sure appreciate that. I had a great time on the show- and have always enjoyed listening to other modelers’ stories. -Mike

Hi, Harry! Thank you for watching. You’re modeling a great line! Of course, I only know it from its BN and A&M days. I enjoy taking trips over to watch the trains between Monett and Springdale. -Mike

Hello! Agreed…they’re definitely a game changer for cabooses! Manufacturers have been putting out some great engines in recent years…it’s finally time we got some cabooses on equal par! I know quite a few of us are hoping for some Katy versions. Those would be great, but I’m loving these BN ones for now! -Mike

Thanks, Taylor! It sounds like you’ve got a fun project going on. Please let us see how it turns out! -Mike

@@MainTrack I sure will Mike it will be interesting thought I will get dome soon as I can post pics on it for everyone

Hello! I thank you for the kind words and appreciate you watching! Slowly but surely, the walk arounds are getting a little longer. Lots more to come! -Mike

I sure appreciate that, Michael! It’s always great to hear from folks who enjoy the videos! I have a lot of fun and am just happy to be able to share it with others. The hobby certainly does take space and some money. I used to dream of having a big basement empire. But, I’m finding this size is more than enough to keep me busy! -Mike

Mike, unfortunately, most houses in Europe and especially the Netherlands tend to be much smaller then the average US house and basements are a rarity over here. As I also want to exhibit my layout AND have plans to relocate to Suriname in South America after retirement (as my wife originates from there) and want to move the layout with me, I've decided to just build a 2 meters by 1 meter layout in H0. As this means rather tight curves, there will unfortunately be no trains on it, only trams (trolleys) and buses, both driving digitally. Surely another game as your modelling efforts. Just glad our hobby has so many options.

Hello! Thank you…I appreciate you stopping by to watch. I am still looking at options for the depot. An possibility that obviously wasn’t previously available- 3D printing- is looking more like a viable route. I’ve been doing some research lately and have reached out to a company that makes custom kits. I’ll be sure to keep everyone posted whichever way I go. It’ll be a big project! -Mike

Hi, Steve! I appreciate you watching. I’m glad you enjoy the videos! It sounds like you’ve got a great layout started. The Frisco was a great railroad, too. It was being gobbled up by BN when I was very young, so I don’t have a lot of memories of it. But, I’ve always thought the paint scheme was pretty sharp- and I’ve made sure to include plenty of Frisco cars on the layout.

Hi! That's what I hear from most people- the wires just aren't worth it in the long run. I'm leaning toward learning from their mistakes and skipping the lines! I may also to take your advice and get ahold of the council! Ha. -Mike

Hi, Jason! The dimensions of the current setup (with my peninsula under construction) are 20 x 12 x 16 I’m working with a 20 x 20 space, so I’ve got quite a bit more room to work with, especially around the walls. I plan to keep going until I run out of room- or finally land a bigger house with more layout room! -Mike

Do you have a diagram of the layout track plan? I'm always looking for some ideas for mine. Thanks again.