Managing Inclines and Layout Update at Chadwick Model Railway

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Managing inclines to suit your trains at Chawick Model Railway.
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@MarkTheVicar 3 жыл бұрын

Be careful crouching in a helix, the last time I did it my wife turned the power on and when I got out it was 1967.

@BerlinCardYard 3 жыл бұрын

😂

@edwarwick8790 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to go back to 1967... very happy memories.....

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I did say, don’t try this at home!

@nigelericogden3200 3 жыл бұрын

😁 Now I’m definitely building a helix ... I knew there had to be a way out of this mess ...

@flyboy2610 3 жыл бұрын

September 5, 1967 was my first day of kindergarten. (September 4 was Labor Day.)

@WhatAboutTheBee 2 жыл бұрын

Its the intellectual honesty that sets this channel apart. Its not all roses and bonbons. When there is a mistake, which happens to all of us, it isn't hidden, rather it is offered up for learning. Well done Charlie!

@ChadwickModelRailway 2 жыл бұрын

That’s very kind of you to say so. As they say, honesty is the best policy. Regards Charlie

@jhbluestar 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, you really are my fav Model Railway channel. I am a retired contractor and building insp for HUD, (for anyone that doesnt reconize the name it is for the, Dept of Housing and Urban Development out of Washington DC USA), and I simply cannot get enough of your videos. I could listen to you and watch you build for hours which is great because that is exactly what I have been doing! You truly are FANTASTIC! Well done my friend!

@ChadwickModelRailway 2 жыл бұрын

What a heart warming comment Joseph. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

@christrickett3291 Жыл бұрын

I wasn't inclined to watch this at first but as my interest in the technical side gradually climbed, I decided to watch it. To a degree, an excellent video, can be appreciated on different levels.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie

@VNWas 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie. An engineering marvel, Brunel would be proud!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Only if it lasts the test of time Warren.

@JPoulAndersson 3 жыл бұрын

Good old Isambard would indeed have appreciated the thoroughness behind this design👍🏻

@michaelpowell3980 3 жыл бұрын

at 7:10, suddenly I had a vision of you popping out of the middle of the helix and singing 'Happy Birthday, Mr President'. I cannot unsee this.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I dread to think what I’m wearing Michael.

@brucehart706 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Michael, did you have to put that image into my head?

@joevalentine2048 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on the perseverance it took to solve the problem. You took the blows and saw it through and did it your way. See you in a couple of weeks.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe, and thanks for your support too. Regards Charlie

@domniven 3 жыл бұрын

There is definitely a lot of skill and engineering involved in model railways that people don't realise. Your set up is impressive Charlie, I enjoy videos as I am learning a lot

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoy the channel Dom.

@daviemaclean61 3 жыл бұрын

In the words of Project Binky - "make the noise"! Nice new toy Charlie and it's good that it showed up the error in the helix before you got any further on. And possibly consigned what turned out to be perfectly good locos to the scrap heap. It has probably paid for itself already in that regard. Having seen the amount of engineering you've put into this helix I now realise mine was doomed to failure from the start, but we live and learn! Cheers

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Davie, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it.

@jolliemark6294 3 жыл бұрын

The curves look so nice now...thanks for sharing 👍👍👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you like them JO. Regards Charlie

@briansmith9946 3 жыл бұрын

I agree Charlie, the sweeping curves coming off the Helix look quite attractive! The care you've taken getting the gradients as 'slight' as possible will certainly pay off in reliable running in future.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. I must confess I am rather pleased with those curves too.Regards Charlie

@szabados1980 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's great to see the progress you're making. Even if I'm behind with watching. 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m sure that you will soon catch up GS.

@IamRobotMonkey 3 жыл бұрын

Well done, Charlie! Although my gag reflex did kick in when you climbed inside the helix. I'm so clumsy and cack-handed if I did that I would impale my skull on a coach bolt and smash through the helix onto the floor! When I worked for a well-known DIY store, our resident house-broken chippie used to call MDF "Value Reformed Ham" lol

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so pleased that you enjoyed it robotmonkey. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

@katemonster0819 3 жыл бұрын

Charlie - I recently got back into model trains after many years away; because my 9 year old son is showing interest in it. Thank you for all of these videos - they have refreshed my brain better than any other out there. While our layout will be 4'x8' and DC only, a ton of your tips and how to information will be utilized. Thank you again from someone across the pond.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, I’m so pleased that you found the video is interesting and it will be of use to your son. Regards Charlie

@robot7759 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent solution & construction. Nifty little device, the digital spirit level 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob, I’m pleased that you found it interesting.

@zulu5282 3 жыл бұрын

Comming along nicely Charlie Barnstaple Station is going to look 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I have my fingers crossed Mark. Regards Charlie

@simonderry697 3 жыл бұрын

Those sweeping curves will look great, another brilliant video Charlie, 👍👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Simon, you’re too kind

@markellis6413 3 жыл бұрын

The link line to the helix looks great with the sweeping curve. With the terminus station on the left and the through line to the helix disappearing into a tunnel on the right, it reminds me of Birmingham Moor Street...

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you like the plan Mark. Regards Charlie

@stevieh7292 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a good milestone for the new levels. Top work!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stevie I’m so pleased you found it interesting

@4everdc302 3 жыл бұрын

Do like watching a British twist to the hobby on the other side of the pond🇨🇦.thanks Charlie. Lockdown here too.We been making locomotives out of the scrap box.🤪 Cheers.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Yes railway modelling brings a little light relief to these somewhat troubling times mate. Stay safe, regards Charlie

@4everdc302 3 жыл бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway 🚂✌

@MalcolmCrabbe 3 жыл бұрын

"that'll be the wife then".... makes a change from "that'll be the phone then" :) - Charlie, again a fantastic and informative video, delivered in an entertaining way. This helix is taking Chadwick to new heights.... (I'll get my coat :) )

@jyvben1520 3 жыл бұрын

Malcolm has left the station ... ;-)

@MalcolmCrabbe 3 жыл бұрын

@@jyvben1520 Nice one :-)

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it gentlemen. Regards Charlie

@timbrennan4110 3 жыл бұрын

glad to see you got it figured out

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim, regards Charlie

@TheDaf95xf 3 жыл бұрын

Afternoon Charlie. That is impressive now 👍🏻 Inky saw Falcon once at Cardiff Canton shed in the 70s. Really good powerful lovely locomotive. Have a nice weekend cheers as always Stevie 😎

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Steve. Sadly, in its contract falcon was forbidden to be preserved. What a disaster. Regards Charlie

@davidgriffith8292 3 жыл бұрын

Hurrah. It’s Friday. I’ve finally finished work for the day and get to sit back with a cup of coffee and get my weekly fix of Charlie and the amazing Chadwick. It’s somewhat reminiscent of finishing school on a Friday and sitting down at 5 past 5 to watch Crackerjack! Great efforts and work there Charlie - nice run to/from the helix.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks David, you’re too kind.

@jfzproductions7907 3 жыл бұрын

Charlie, congrats on the helix. Very nice job 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks JFZ, I’m pleased that you enjoyed it.

@wheezypalacemodels7726 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, that looked pretty easy... Lots of fiddling I am sure but you make it look so easy.. Looking good, cheers, Chris

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I think sometimes, we always believe things are going to be harder than they really are. Regards Charlie

@thelibrarian46 3 жыл бұрын

The digital spirit level looks like a very useful device. I think your layout will look really exciting with the line doing down to the tunnel, as well as the incline up to Barnstable Station.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it.

@bjoe385 3 жыл бұрын

I love your Brush Falcon.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I have a sound decoder waiting in the wings for it Jeff. Regards Charlie

@patmccarthy1624 3 жыл бұрын

Well done, Charlie. That inclinometer is a great piece of equipment! Can't wait for your next episode! Thanks!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so pleased that you enjoyed it Pat. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

@strobelightaudio 3 жыл бұрын

a shim at the right incline and a cheap level should do the trick, unless you want to know what the incline was.

@WarcleanePro 3 жыл бұрын

Great start to the weekend! Cheers Charlie!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Gary. Regards Charlie

@paulcookson5005 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic to see the helix connected and trains running onto the main layout. Really looking forward to the next video now

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it and it’s great to have you on board. Regards Charlie

@TheCreativeModellerHO 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoy your work! Thank you!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, regards Charlie

@tonyslight826 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie glad you got it sorted LOOKING GREAT Charlie glad you are winning with is very intricate project awesome .great video again.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony, but it’s been an uphill struggle!

@tonyslight826 3 жыл бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway no pun intended lol

@phil36310 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, Glad you found the flaw in the helix. 2% with this radius is still a challenge for the locos but obvious better. Success with the build ! Greetings.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Yes we got there in the end mate. Regards Charlie

@B16Kev 3 жыл бұрын

The sweeping track from the helix to the viaduct looks fantastic. Well done Charlie 👍🏽👍🏽

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kevin, you’re too kind mate.

@donaldshroyer8633 3 жыл бұрын

Nice vid. All of this is a good reminder that planning the helix is crucial. The rise must be enough to clear the track below, allowing for the thickness of roadbed, upon completion of the first revolution. The radius needed to do that can be calculated as the rise divided by the quantity of the decimal of the grade percent, pi, and 2. Ex: for an N scale helix rising 2.75" each revolution, the radius curve for a 1% grade is 2.75/(.01*3.14*2). About 44".

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I think you’ve hit the nail on the head Donald, it’s no walk in the park. I now have various items of rolling stock to modify so they can survive the pressures of the Helix.

@SouthBrooklynRR 3 жыл бұрын

I purchased that tool awhile ago and it was a life saver for me. Good stuff I am glad that it worked out for you.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

It was truly a game changer mate. Regards Charlie

@grimbomaesai8311 3 жыл бұрын

charley i am really enjoying watching how you go about building your layout i also watch a aussie called Jason wood and evirate junction love all of your builds graham

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Graham, I’m pleased that you enjoy the channel.

@barleyarrish 3 жыл бұрын

Always a pleasure to watch your video's Charlie. When you stepped into the helix it reminded me of weeding in the garden with my back to Agave's... Owch! Your luck seems better than mine...

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Life on the edge!

@timsully8958 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic to see the helix issue was solved in the end! That area will look great with those nice sweeping long curves 😎

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video. Regards Charlie

@2H80vids 3 жыл бұрын

The human eye is a weird thing right enough. Perfectly laid, dead straight tracks can look 𝑠𝑜 good but there's something about long, sweeping curves that are really pleasing on the eye. For some reason, it doesn't seem to be as effective on a single track, or maybe that's just me. I always think that a single track looks best with curves all over the place; seems to be quite 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒕𝒚𝒑𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 too. It's hard to tell how the new bit is going to look; we'll get a better idea when the rising gradient to Barnstaple gets installed but, so far, it's looking great Charlie.👍👌😁

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you agree that the progress seems to be going well. We shall keep our fingers crossed, regards Charlie

@tonypotts1644 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, that's looking spectacular, great stuff. But, gosh, there weren't half a lot of ads during this episode.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry about the advertisements Tony. I had planned one mid role ad. However Google clearly had other ideas. My deepest apologies.

@KevTheBusDriver 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Charlie - I enjoyed this video - the curves from the helix are super. The driver of Falcon is waiting for a clear road and I'm waiting to hear those 2 Maybach engines lift those coaches up the gradient! Well done!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kev, I just need to fit that sound decoder.

@eugeniomarins2936 3 жыл бұрын

Dear Sir, "MDF is a product made by the devil..." I loved it! I made the grave mistake of using MDF for me "control table" and had all sorts of trouble. So i made several alternate meanings for the bloody material. I dare not write them here, as it would be extremely ungentlemanlike (even with them being in portuguese), with the exception of "Material Defective from Factory." Cheers from Brazil!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

It's great to have a supporting opinion EM.

@ashlybrown5341 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video to watch grand bit of work

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ashly, regards Charlie

@stephensheritagerailwaythe8776 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie I've really enjoyed todays video I'm glad you have sorted the helix out. I think it will look great when done

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stephen, I’m so pleased that you have found the channel interesting.

@MyTutorGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant as usual Charlie. When you climbed in the helix I had visions of you popping out of a birthday cake. Perhaps something you did when you were younger?

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Yes it could’ve been a real surprise surprise moment! Regards Charlie

@haroldalexis4200 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Charlie. Success well done. The mini level makes a difference in this height & carpentry format for the model railroad. Couplers are tricky due to their shanks sometimes annoying depending on the car body from the coaches. Well like the Chessie System old logo : "For Progress" your layout is working well I'm pleased , as for the half inch plywood or 1/4 inch hopefully you'll get a good quality soon. I know this lockdown is a headache. I'm backed up here in the states with a lot of other wood related & plastic projects. You're doing a fantastic job, happy modeling on the Chadwick & I'll keep watching as always.👏👏👏👏🚞🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found it interesting Harold. Stay safe mate, regards Charlie

@christopherallworth2514 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing brilliance ~ well done!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Christopher you’re too kind, regards Charlie

@richardandrews6754 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, to start with it looked a bit Heath Robinson, but the more you added the better it got! by the end it looks grand, I look forward to seeing how you attack the scenery. Thanks for sharing with us better than the rubbish on TV lol stay safe

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so pleased that you enjoyed it Richard. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

@Ian-gd5sp 3 жыл бұрын

Looking good Charlie....love your videos ...keep them coming

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Iain, you’re too kind.

@mick9885 3 жыл бұрын

Morning Charlie, Nice job again, coming along nicely 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mick, and so pleased that you approve. Regards Charlie

@thomaswalla4210 3 жыл бұрын

Real great work Charlie- its always a pleasure to see your vids with this lot of advice! Thanks so much!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Thomas.

@willyoung4090 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Charlie you probablay just had a senior moment you get more of them the older you get lol!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Sadly, that's true Will.

@railwayjade 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie for the wonderful video. Keep well

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

You’re most welcome Jade. Regards Charlie

@magnificus8581 3 жыл бұрын

I just cracked up with the description of MDF!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

It’s true .... honestly!

@ThePilotpoint Жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, For those who want a cheaper option instead of investing in an inclinometer, you can down load one if you have a smart phone. I tried it and it works pretty much the same in accuracy. Cheers, Michael.

@ChadwickModelRailway Жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael, great tip. Regards Charlie

@mindthegap636 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent, the helix is a piece of art in itself, I wouldn't cover it up too much.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

A fair point mate.

@bionicgeekgrrl 3 жыл бұрын

A great update Charlie. When I was watching your previous video on getting stock up, something did seem off, but I didn't mention it only because i couldn't figure out quite what was making me think that. The moment you laid the digital level on it it was almost a "ah!" Moment. Glad you figured it out though and things seem to be working well now.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Yes it was a lightbulb moment for me too. Regards Charlie

@andrewpalm2103 3 жыл бұрын

Isn't it amazing how some solid data can reveal the source of a problem and also explain the poor results from previous attempts at a solution? Well done, Charilie! You have beautifully illustrated a situation that happens countless times in industry (and unfortunately government, as well). Guess you won't need a helper district after all. Cheers from Wisconsin.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video and the lessons and I have learned. Regards Charlie

@exehavenharbour 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, brilliant video as usual, I bought one of those percentage levels from Aldi, it also has an arm that levers out from the top which actually shows the gradient which was very helpful as I built my gradients. They all seem to work so far, so fingers crossed as I lay track up my last gradient all is good! Always like an interruption from Mrs Chadwick, Mrs Exehaven seems to be like a moth to a light bulb as soon as I start filming, anyway beautiful sweeping curves and I mean the layout! Cheers for now Charlie John

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

What a heartwarming comment John. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it and that your wife also interrupts your filming! Regards Charlie

@garylong7599 3 жыл бұрын

Charlie nice to see the helix connected and the dreaded dead section is no more. Vertical curve is the correct terminology in track design and is used to connect together two consecutive gradients the are either convex (hog) or concave (sag)

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Great info Gary.

@johnodonoghue7381 3 жыл бұрын

I thought we'd lost you in that Helix Charlie

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Like a giant birthday cake!

@LittleWicketRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Well done on getting it all working, I was starting to panic. You've reassured me that a helix is the way to go on my rebuild 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Just be very cautious, it’s not all plain sailing especially with rolling stock couplings. Regards Charlie

@davidcrouch4790 3 жыл бұрын

Good evening Charlie. I have been really liking your vid’s and finding them really useful for ideas, I’m sorry to here that you are not able to go out and get wood items you need for the layout, I work in a timber store and still have to go to work so if you need anything you can let me know and I could get it for you, we do also offer a delivery services and we can courier items as well if needed.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks David but it looks like I’m sorted. Regards Charlie.

@netbis-marek-duda 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Charlie, I love your progress. Good luck and good health

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate and the same to you. Regards Charlie

@craigruddlesdin9561 3 жыл бұрын

Bloody brilliant can’t wait for the next update as always a pleasure watching the progression of your railway one day I’ll get to your stage of talent keep safe and keep up the good work much love Craig

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Craig.

@RockyRailroadProductions_B0SS 3 жыл бұрын

A fine bit of scale civil engineering, the last episodes with the locos slipping made me anxious, but the easement is very satisfying to watch.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Can you imagine how I felt? Regards Charlie

@theengineshed359 3 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic result Charlie! Those Hornby Pullmans make or break for most locos with their pick up arrangements behaving like handbrakes, fantastic to see the stock conquer the grade. I'm not looking forward to doing my 4 lane helix shortly but the digital level is certainly the way forward. Will look fantastic once the scenery is complete!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I do hope that you’re not using first, second, third and fourth radius curves. Regards Charlie

@theengineshed359 3 жыл бұрын

@@ChadwickModelRailway No not at all Charlie! What a terrifying thought 😂 My monstrosity will be using a minimum internal radius of 1600mm to 1800mm. Jason Woods "The escarpment" layout has set the standard for helix builds, so I think the bar has been set. Regards, Ben.

@rickn8115 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Your production is always top notch and I really like the videos where you actually build something and get the trains rolling on the new structure. That helix is a work of art!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rick, you’re too kind.

@davidmathie8360 3 жыл бұрын

A lot of work Charlie. Really enjoying the updates. If you are struggling to get plywood try B&Q (If you have one). Our local branch are doing home delivery for a very small charge. Keep safe.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Davis.

@barleyvalengaugemodelrailw3694 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your videos and have been binge watching them in my spare time this lockdown. Thank You

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found them useful.

@chrisclark6192 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie. I'm so glad you have sorted out your problem with the helix. It's far better to sort it out now at this stage, as it would be very disappointing to see all your time and hard work go to waste. We are now seeing that all your efforts are starting to pay off. Keep up the good work. Cheers Chris.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

The journey is not over yet Chris. There is still a lot of trials to be done with various logos, trains, and couplings.

@nigelericogden3200 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Charlie for sharing your experiences with us. The sweeping curves look majestic indeed.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nigel, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it.

@HighOakJunction 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a good video, especially about doing inclines as I need to do some alterations on mine as small locos just spin on the spot on a section of incline to the Branchline. Plus thanks for highlighting the spirit level will invest in one of them.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you found it useful mate.

@paullambart7370 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, finding it difficult to think of any higher praise for your modelling, photography and presentation skills, this is absolutely gold dust, better than some of the rubbish on the BBC. Since we are all getting nostalgic this week, I think you would have been great on Blue Peter, although I haven’t seen any sticky back plastic on the layout. As some of the other people have said, don’t put yourself out too much on the new schedule, if anything, the lockdown is teaching us all to be patient. Well done Charlie.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

What a heartwarming comment Paul. You’re too kind, take care, regards Charlie

@leestoddart7014 3 жыл бұрын

Great to see the trains going up and down without issue - phew! Fascinating as ever and that digital spirit level is really useful. Keep up the good work sir.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

It’s not all down to me though, is it? Your contribution is priceless Lee. Regards Charlie

@skyfall2360 3 жыл бұрын

what a tremendous amount of work which i have to say is looking fantastic ,quite an epic setup this is turning into ,brilliant stuff ,hope your knee is appreciative ..great update many thanks,

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks skyfall, I’m so pleased that you’re enjoying the journey.

@mattiedillon3697 3 жыл бұрын

Great job 👏 this is turning out lovely. I can’t wait to see the finished product

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie

@mattjackson8226 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Charlie, great video as always. Really enjoy seeing how your layout is doing. It's all way beyond me but it's great to watch all the same. You set a great example for people in the hobby

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

What a heartwarming comment Matt. You’re too kind. Regards Charlie

@jedlahaye4765 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video Charlie, fantastic progress, yes that level is just the berries, just keep safe and well, lockdown can be a trying time,hopefully we don't have to travel down that road again, thanks from down under

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Jed. It’s been a rough journey, regards Charlie

@petergarton5629 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant. Brilliant that you found the problem, you couldn't see it. Keep the good work up.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it.

@iainwatson2310 3 жыл бұрын

Thankyou charlie for your videos and im pleased to see that the helix has been successful, im sure its been worth all the turmoil! Another excellent tip from you regarding the spirit level and keep up the good work, and an excellent thought to give more room for extra scenery (like the signal box) looking forward to the station coming along and keep up the good work 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Iain, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Regards Charlie

@onnomulder9775 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant idea and great work too Charlie!! thanks again for sharing. Cheers Onno.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Onno, it’s great to have you on board mate

@petemartin5487 3 жыл бұрын

Charlie, I can't tell you how much I have and do enjoy your vids. Thank you for all your work and effort to generate and share model railroad content. I hope some time soon to have an Nscale layout but will have to wait. Your show gives me hope and inspiration. Carry on :) aand thanks.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

What a heartwarming comment Pete. You’re too kind mate.

@roystudds1944 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing technology involved in getting where you are. The only saving grace I can think of is that the lessons you have learned from this helix will mean the other one is a dream of a job. Good luck. Roy.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

A dream job perhaps but it still could be a nightmare!

@1969mew 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work, Charlie. Inspiring :)

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark, regards Charlie

@davidyeates8894 3 жыл бұрын

Great job, Charlie. I’m so glad you got the helix sorted out before it was too late.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks David, but now it’s the rolling stock that needs to be tested. Regards Charlie

@thehobbyistden3720 3 жыл бұрын

Whoa! I got too get one of those digital levels now!

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

The link is in the "Show More" tab buddy.

@samuelwheland4316 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You for another educational and entertaining video Charlie. I hope things soon return to normal for You, take care and be safe.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Samuel

@TaterRaider 3 жыл бұрын

Loving your filming plan and looking forward to it. Glad you've got the helix sorted and I'm looking forward to the new station and the wiring both. Thanks so much for sharing your hobby (dare I say passion?) with us.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

That’s very kind of you to say so mate, regards Charlie

@kevingreen6924 3 жыл бұрын

and again, i thoroughly enjoyed it. i look forward to the continuing story.don't stop.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kevin, I’m so pleased you enjoyed it. Regards Charlie

@scottdyke7853 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your inspiration

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Your most welcome Scott.

@cranefly23 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely done, Charlie. I really enjoy watching you solve these problems as they appear.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes Perry, I wish I had such enthusiasm!

@NicholassTrainChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your videos Charlie the layout is really coming along nicely now that you have that side of the layout all connected up with the track work it is looking great so far. Cheers and all the best. Nicholas.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

What a heart warming comment Nicholas. Stay safe. Regards Charlie

@ModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Great progress again Charlie, another enjoyable video to watch ... and having the correct tools for the job really helps, and I’ve never come across a digital spirit level before ... but really good idea! (Probably really good for slab laying patios to get a consistent slope for drainage and other useful jobs) 👍

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it, but that spirit level is definitely not going outdoors! It’s for my railway. Regards Charlie

@RobA500 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic piece of construction. Trains will look great snaking their way up the hill.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that you approve of the plan Rob. Regards Charlie

@murrayhall908 3 жыл бұрын

As usual, Charlie, your presentations are well thought through, professional, clear and interesting. Fortunately I don't have a helix(s)? with all the associated problems they bring but I enjoy seeing how you "problem solve" your various issues. As always I look forward to your future offerings. Thanks again - stay safe and well.

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mary, for such kind comments. Regards Charlie

@mandbhomestead 3 жыл бұрын

Charlie, that is coming along nicely. Looks awesome with the sweeping curves. The helix is always fun to watch the trains climb it and break to the new scene. I am glad you figured out the percentage of incline and were able to correct it. Cannot wait for the next part of the build and the scene work. Thanks for sharing and stay safe. Ken

@ChadwickModelRailway 3 жыл бұрын

What a heartwarming comment Ken, you’re too kind.