Neglected Hornby Class 37 | Salvage or Scrap?

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Another Salvage or Scrap model train restoration, this time a vintage Hornby Class 37
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0:00 Intro
1:39 The Loco
2:21 First Test
2:51 The Challenge
4:06 Getting Started
5:10 Bodywork Cleaning
5:58 Mechanism Restoration
11:42 Testing
13:26 Reassembly
16:22 Results

Пікірлер: 240

@NWRJ_WStudios 2 жыл бұрын

This feels like a real TV show. Great job Sam Cheers Jasper & Willow

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much - really glad you think so! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@SammoKarm Жыл бұрын

You always amaze me by how quickly you carry out these repairs.

@DarthSantaFe Жыл бұрын

The repair looks great! For finishing the commutator and all metal wheels, I've found that a felt wheel on the Dremel with some emery buffing compound gives it a mirror-like shine that should further extend the life of the parts over the small abrasions made by the wire wheel. It might be worth giving a try sometime. :)

@danielparrott8339 Жыл бұрын

Although not the best models in the world, you certainly appreciate the standardisation the of the 80s Hornby locos and clip fit approach when trying turn one around quickly! This has reminded me I need to sort out my V1 APT motor, which is literally the most bogging thing I have seen.

@nicholasbishop3300 Жыл бұрын

Great job Sam I would really love to see the models do a couple of laps around the layout once finished Nick Australia

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick - yes that would have been nice actually! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@greenerell484 Жыл бұрын

i agree

@sambrown6426 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know why, but whenever Sam succeeds I imagine the Scrap Man cussing him out in some demonic language.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

hahaha! xD

@sambrown6426 2 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains I know, I know.

@andrewshearsby8125 2 жыл бұрын

Nah warhammer 40k Orks: Wut no scrap for uz?

@sambrown6426 2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewshearsby8125 Could you please phrase that in a way that makes sense?

@andrewshearsby8125 2 жыл бұрын

@@sambrown6426 sorry its Ork speak: "what no scrap for us?" Would be it in english

@Michael_theodore Жыл бұрын

I'm a big fan of the br class 37 and thank goodness it is saved from the scrap man and this video was great

@FlatMagnets1992 Жыл бұрын

Right. I am SO jealous of the know-how it takes to work miracles like this. That's not even mentioning the insanely short time it was completed in. I so badly want to be able to service my own locos but I really never know what I'm doing and other than cleaning the wheels and pickups I'm pretty much totally helpless always. Fantastic video! Just amazing - beyond my comprehension, really. And what a genius idea to sell them on eBay afterwards, too! Brilliant.

@christopherstokes9393 Жыл бұрын

I have a Hornby Class 37 a bit like this - although, it's in Large Logo livery, and it has the 5-pole version of the Ringfield motor. Glad to see this one was saved!

@francismewton3276 7 ай бұрын

Well done Sam the 1980s class 37 are lovely locos I've 4 of them in various liveries, ....

@scrailwaylines8535 2 жыл бұрын

I love this series it's a great series to learn how to fix model trains on a limited amount of time

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Really glad you think so! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@NWRJ_WStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Funny story Sam I found a Honby M7 & T9 and they were broken. The owner said they were for parts. But I have faith in them. Now they are running like if they were brand new and the M7 is out on my mainline Cheers Jasper & Willow

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

That's amazing - what did you have to do to them?? Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@thomaswade7063 Жыл бұрын

i was just on youtube when i saw this! made me think back to when i used to loved your videos, and ive started to love them again now and this video has got me inspired to get back into collecting!

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

That's very awesome Tom - welcome back!! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@pokemontrainermichael5551 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad ur doing these again Sam

@mgr_video_productions 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing Salvage Sam! Love the fact this episode was released just after the new Bachmann Class 37 review. Seeing this 1980s model really shows how far the industry has come for model trains.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! haha that wasn't planned obviously, but it worked out pretty well! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@craigthe 2 жыл бұрын

this video is probably the best business idea sams had. people want this model because you restored it and many people want it and you get ad revenue

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

haha thank you! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@Amtrak_P32_712 2 жыл бұрын

I’m always excited when I see the notification for these!!!!

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex, that's what I like to hear! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@CockneyRooster 5 ай бұрын

Great video mate learned a lot there 👍

@warbabyproductions Жыл бұрын

Holy moly, I’ve never seen a mechanism so dirty before. I didn’t even think a commutator could get that dirty to the point where it blends in with the rest of the chassis lol.

@simonlewis8728 Жыл бұрын

Hornby Class 37 was the first engine I ever bought myself, £8 from WH Smith's and a free wagon thrown in👍.

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

haha amazing - if only they cost the same these days! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@OliversRailwayModelling Жыл бұрын

I just bought one of these from my model shop today for £50 and got a free tool set with it! :D

@jamesdunloptrains Жыл бұрын

Awesome video today Sam so glad you got that modle working

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot James :D

@Pullisto Жыл бұрын

That was my first loco... numbered as D6830 on the Intercity mail set, 1977. Has the original 3 pole and worm gear, rather than ringfield. A friend blew up the armature. Managed to get a spare armature, haven't installed yet.

@patriciamorais7703 Жыл бұрын

kinda knowing that this isnt real this is so cool dude , i like how in a fraction of time you "save" the engine love it

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

haha thank you! :D

@mikeking2539 2 жыл бұрын

So glad that you managed to fix the class 37👍😃

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Me too Mike! :D

@bluepretsels Жыл бұрын

Lovely video

@toniandbazduffy9703 Жыл бұрын

Well done Sam. Looks very well now. Take care Basil.

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

Thanks Basil, appreciate it! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@brianmicky7596 Жыл бұрын

Hi Sam, Nice one , another one saved, All the best Brian 😃

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Brian! :D

@star86703 2 жыл бұрын

This series is awesome 🤩🤩🤩

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Sam! :D

@briandesens144 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Sam's trains

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian! :D

@briandesens144 Жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains you're welcome 😊

@paulfribbens6594 Жыл бұрын

Hi Sam I use Zep wipes from screwfix for my hands might help keep your hands clean during a salvage operation. Excellent videos which we all enjoy watching. Keep up the good work Sam. Thankyou.

@kalebscherlie1503 2 жыл бұрын

I was given a box from a friend of my father which was full of Tyco freight cars and locos, of which on caught my eye. It is a 0-4-0 Pennsylvania steamer. I was taking it apart and found a white liquid in the worn gear. I thought it was old grease until I dug further in the box and found Elmers glue, it didn't take much for me to realize that someone had put glue in the loco.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds awesome - ahh dear, that can't be good! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@DriftApe Жыл бұрын

Good Video Sam. 👍🏻 I Have A Request: On Your Next Video Can You Do A Review On The “ Union Pacific 4014 Big Boy” Locomotive? It Is my favourite the biggest locomotive in the world

@ryancampbell4119 2 жыл бұрын

Great job Sam this honestly looks like a proper TV show. Question if you do a season 3 could you do a O scale model.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! And that's awesome - O gauge would be cool to try! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@franklinmint7394 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Sam 👋 thanks for another great video, enjoy your weekend, peace ✌️

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

It's a pleasure G, glad you liked it! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@bryantan863 Жыл бұрын

Hey Sam, nice work on the Class 37 locomotive Hornby. Plus, Dapol's new GWR Manor is available to be purchase because I saw it on your good friend Mike reviewing it on his channel. The detail on the model is so good looking.

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

Yes I saw that the Manors were finally out - can't wait to try one :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@tjmfarming9584 Жыл бұрын

Hmm, maybe that’s why my Hornby Railroad Golden Shuttle was acting sluggish, it’s motor probably got caked in gunk. Fantastic job Sam, it looks a world of Difference!

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

Ahh you never know! Thanks though, appreciate it! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@paulmoore6345 Жыл бұрын

Those old ring field motors are tough as old boots

@MrSnooze Жыл бұрын

Glad it's working now Sam, these are an endangered species, please show all Tri-ang items a bit of love if you can🙂Best regards to you

@pettra1 2 жыл бұрын

Isn't it incredible what years of neglect and a dreadful build up of dirt and grime can result in. A simple service each year should take next to no time to do and keep models in tip top condition. Well done Sam. Best, Pete.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

It sure is Pete - very surprised to see how bad this one was!! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@tipijason Жыл бұрын

...I love the Mythbusters style scene transitions Sam, brings back memories....

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

haha thanks Jason - big mythbusters fan :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@lukeslocomotives Жыл бұрын

YES MORE SALVAGE OR SCRAP!!!

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

YES!! :D

@skyshotps2577 Жыл бұрын

Sam: That’s strange where is the scrapman? Eggman: BEHOLD SCRAPMAN MECHA SONIC

@lindaoffenbach Жыл бұрын

Cracking job Sam. I do concur, these series do feel like an authentic TV show. Aren’t these oldies just wonderful. Less detailed yes, but so easily brought back to life and straightforward serviceable. This one must have been a walk in the park for you but she looks lovely. We are in the market of 70s and 80s German premium H0 models and they too always do put a smile on our face. Btw, isn’t this a Lima model? Cherio and Ciao.

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

That's very kind Linda, thanks very much! I do still love these vintage models :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@JustinFrazier_360 2 жыл бұрын

So cool episode sam.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Justin! :D

@jeffreysmith156 Жыл бұрын

I know that people mock those old pancake motors but they are easy to work on and to repair. Many seem to go on and on. The new motors are, in theory much better, but your recent experience shows that their quality can vary considerably.

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

That's very true - they're incredibly serviceable, and do last/perform well if looked after! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@SDR702 Жыл бұрын

£102 bid for a £25 loco? Insane!

@swayrage7884 Жыл бұрын

That’s not Sam’s doing, that’s people bidding on it. Plus he paid £25 for it broken (not saying it’s worth £104 in the current state)

@SDR702 Жыл бұрын

@@swayrage7884 I never said it was. Good on Sam for making a nice return on it.

@VintageRenewed 2 жыл бұрын

Something I would recommend is getting some fiberglass pencils to help you clean the commutator, fiberglass pencils are fantastic at doing a quick clean but still making it absolutely shiny

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

I have some of those, but have always rated the wire wheel as better - different things work for different people of course! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@johnriddering8342 2 жыл бұрын

This series is amazing. I have so much fun watching them.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much John, that's very good to hear! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@TTTEFan84 Жыл бұрын

This should be on Netflix or Discovery channel

@Enzi_Meteori_902 Жыл бұрын

I really hope the princess victoria makes it

@GarrettTaylorLeedy Жыл бұрын

This is a really awesome series I really like the locomotives you restore and get them running again. This diesel locomotive you did looks really good it looks like it runs really nice what happened to the little Dockside engine I know it was scrapped what happened to the parts of it

@Thomasthestreamliner Жыл бұрын

Maybe there is a way to make a new version of the dock shunter or something like how you made the custom made engine and cars

@yomikaianimator4689 Жыл бұрын

Sweet of England! The Class 37 is finally persevered to be run again, let’s see if the other locomotives are could fixed by “Sam the Modeler Mechanic!”

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

haha thank you!! :D

@davidmolin8944 2 жыл бұрын

I had a feeling this model would go well, now that other diesel will def be a challenge, can’t wait to see more

@TPT6148 Жыл бұрын

Hi Sam, enjoy your vids, was wondering if you've reviewed Hornby Maglight system?

@OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars 2 жыл бұрын

Shout to Sam's Trains ♐️👍

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! :D

@Gethin122 Жыл бұрын

I actually have a class 37 in a similar condition, but it's missing a entire bogey! (I'm working on fixing it)

@NWRJ_WStudios 2 жыл бұрын

As soon as I saw my notification I spamed the button. Cheers Jasper & Willow

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

haha thank you so much! :D

@thenotsofunnyengine1325 Жыл бұрын

I like the 37

@swayrage7884 Жыл бұрын

Having worked in a coal mine this Summer, really looks like the loco is/was caked in coal dust! Maybe a miner used to own it?

@loganbwolverinethegamer58 Жыл бұрын

You should make a video on the 4-8-8-4 Big Boy.

@billmmckelvie5188 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see a loco saved from the scrap! It would be interesting to see, after a period of time which loco you saved was the quickest? I hope they've let you out of the coal pit? ⛏ 🤣

@rockabilly375 Жыл бұрын

Great video, please can we see the savaged locos hauling a load?

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

Good idea - I can think about that for future series :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@paulsngaugechannel Жыл бұрын

Excellent job Sam. 37’s are still my favourite diesel, I had 8 when I modelled in 00. Now I have 1 in N gauge. But it’s still a good model. Love that it is running again. Keep on salvaging the models. All deserve to be loved again. Great video Sam.

@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 2 жыл бұрын

good vid on the chaNNEL SAM THANKS LEE

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Lee! :D

@a2020vision_official Жыл бұрын

My calendar says it's week 31, but based on this and the Bachmann review it seems like at Sam's Trains, it's 37 week.

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

haha!! If only this had all happened in a few weeks time ;) Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@Enzi_Meteori_902 Жыл бұрын

i need the music for when he repairs the loco!

@ashraaqwahab2817 Жыл бұрын

What's the cleaning fluid you use on the motor components?

@graymichael09 Жыл бұрын

Sam, what is the substance you use to clean the loco wheels etc?

@robertwilloughby8050 Жыл бұрын

Sam, what if you can get it working, but you can't get it clean and/or presentable? It would be unfair to the engine just to scrap it for that reason, especially if you've sweated bullets to get it running. I suppose you could use it as a freight only loco, but then you run into the "A4 on heavy coal train" problem. What would you do?

@damianinCanadaTT-OO Жыл бұрын

I’m curious. How many of these locos do you revisit soon after the challenge to do a more thorough job without the time pressure?

@the4tierbridge Жыл бұрын

They’re sold on ebay or actually scrapped for parts

@exarkun42 2 жыл бұрын

I have never seen a loco that dirty before. Wow.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

haha me neither - shocking!! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@ArcadiaJunctionModelTrains Жыл бұрын

Was on an outdoor layout I reckon.

@DaiElsan Жыл бұрын

Why do you not use cleaner spray?

@MatthewChenault 2 жыл бұрын

I am the scrap man!”

@TrainBoi6095 Жыл бұрын

Sweet I know model engine’s can get dirty but I haven’t seen an engine that dirty

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

I know - very surprised to see how dirty this one was! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@bobbybill6784 2 жыл бұрын

Please add this series to the discovery channel. The production quality can match or outdo some programs on it. (Maybe I’ll see it lol)

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

haha thanks so much Bobby, very glad you think so! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@cdyvids22 Жыл бұрын

Hey, will you do a review of the R3955 Coa cola 0-4-0, you see the model is reused form an 0-4-0 version of thomas, and would make an interesting review

@Swmechanics 2 жыл бұрын

Try bit of t-cut on the commutator see just how quick they clean up

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the idea Scott! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@ChrisGBusby Жыл бұрын

40 year old oil and the very soft brushes of the time that fall apart when you try and clean them. Things have advanced, though possibly not with Hornby!

@blisseyran-dom6822 Жыл бұрын

I may have to take notes from this, I have the exact same model and it's not in the best of condition.

@davidstrains4910 2 жыл бұрын

Decent episode Sam, I have one of these class 37s but the triang version which hasn’t worked since I got it which was quite a few years ago, it’s now in a condition where it would have to be buying spares to fix it instead of trying to service it and keep original parts

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David - ahh that's a pity - maybe one day! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@iceeblueburst03 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you repair and fix the Class 37! Now it runs pretty smoothly on the track!

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you - yes not too bad at all now! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@blueskyboys9855 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Sam. Love the Scrap or Salvage series...

@eshanthetrainlover8609 Жыл бұрын

Sam has demonstrated that he can restore a model train, now the question is if he can restore the British Empi- *I MEAN...*

@Bannedfornoreason Жыл бұрын

Sam what happened with your flashforge printer

@tinplategeektoo 2 жыл бұрын

Next time some one asks about a bog standard Class 37, we can point them to this video 😀

@robbiegrant5729 2 жыл бұрын

Always love these vids Sam so helpful also when is the next live stream ? Thanks

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Next stream is on the 14th! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@robbiegrant5729 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sam for the kind reply can’t wait for the live stream

@kitchenhamfarm Жыл бұрын

if hornby was to get on the class 37 band wagon accurascale / bachmann they would still use the triang mould and charge £300

@blackterminal Жыл бұрын

Sam I have a request. Can you specify if whatever you look at new or used will roll on code 83 track? I belatedly realized my choice of track limited what I can send on loops around my track.

@Damien.D Жыл бұрын

Looks brand new. Amazing.

@dylantalbot620 2 жыл бұрын

My ruel for second hand if it works then I ok with it.

@michelacastelli4767 Жыл бұрын

This train is like 2 brewsters put together right ?

@KayDee73 Жыл бұрын

No wonder everyone’s electric bills are going up. Every time this sets off it takes half the energy out of the national grid. Somewhere in Scotland a village is plunged in to darkness every time it changes direction.

@David_Mattox 2 жыл бұрын

Great episode. You really know how to fix them up. By the way, can I email you tomorrow? It’s important.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! And sure, feel free to email any time! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@silverline5636 2 жыл бұрын

I'm surprised you don't have a scrap yard area but then again you pretty much be the Lord and Savior for these engines

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

That's a very cool idea actually! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@ericgomes6711 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Sam! Could you try a model from Brazil? They're made by Frateschi though they're not as detailed as the European or American ones they are very cheap. I love your videos bye.

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! That sounds awesome - would love to try something Frateschi! Thanks for watching, Sam :)