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@wolfgangpfeilergartenbahnd6530 17 сағат бұрын
Fantastic video ❤👍Have a nice Sunday and best wishes
@blakrootz 11 сағат бұрын
@wolfgangpfeilergartenbahnd6530 thank you
@halpadgett3166 Күн бұрын
I have a HO scale garden railway that is a small fraction of yours. I run my engines with battery power using radio control. It works good. I used some old tyco track that is rusty, and it looks prototypical (although my RR is the farthest thing from modeling anything in real life) Track maintenance involves a garden hose.
@therailroadyardhubcaphobbi8029 5 күн бұрын
Very neat, these cars primarily run up and down Canal Street in New Orleans.
@greenmangozada8262 10 күн бұрын
Watching in2x ❤
@thomaslandolt9235 10 күн бұрын
Fantastic train ride❤
@blakrootz 10 күн бұрын
Thank you
@wolfgangpfeilergartenbahnd6530 11 күн бұрын
Great Video! 👍👍👍👍🍀🍀
@blakrootz 11 күн бұрын
Thanks
@OmahaTom 17 күн бұрын
Wow, this layout is a fantastic work of art! Couldnt think of a more beautiful train to run on it either. Great work!
@blakrootz 17 күн бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. Yes, the Daylight is my priority train in my collection to run on this layout.
@TheCaltrainator903Trackside 20 күн бұрын
I would love to see RapidoTrainsInc make these ACE F40PH-3Cs
@blakrootz 20 күн бұрын
Me too
@traintoys9300 20 күн бұрын
Good luck
@blue9multimediagroup 24 күн бұрын
Do those station signs actually work to announce the trains?
@blakrootz 24 күн бұрын
No, they are only designed to show destinations. Surprisingly, the process was extremely easy. Sound effects will require some other technology.
@DNP_10 24 күн бұрын
Love that you’re running just B cars for testing, lol. Looks really good! Are you planning to get the new models Rapido Trains is making for BART?
@blakrootz 24 күн бұрын
Yes, I do wish Rapido would speed up the process.
@TexasRailfan21-RailfanRyan 24 күн бұрын
Great job you finished the train loop on the Bart subway line it looks great I look forward to seeing the trains running complete with the cab units on the front
@blakrootz 24 күн бұрын
Thanks. I have a few more to add. The A Units need new decoders installed but will be running soon. I am seriously anticipating the Rapido Version to run. I want to see the C-Cars in action.
@TexasRailfan21-RailfanRyan 24 күн бұрын
@@blakrootz wow awesome that’s very exciting I look forward to seeing those and your illusional third rail Arcking at the station
@RonaldoTrainFanning559 24 күн бұрын
Great Job with the subway station!
@angelofigallo809 24 күн бұрын
Nice!!!!
@TheFigsTravel 26 күн бұрын
Bro! Can you still open and close that garage door? if yes, then my mind is blown! I love the SP Daylight. I have one somewhere in my garage. Did you have to order special HO Tracks for outdoors? Great Video!
@blakrootz 26 күн бұрын
Yes. My wife and I park both cars in the garage and use it quite frequently. No, I use Peco Code 100 Nickel Silver track. Here is a video when i had to repair the garage door portion of the layout. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z9Npg8aUs8zLaGg.htmlsi=tBhFvrrykh2hVprZ
@angelofigallo809 27 күн бұрын
Great video! I am a new follower for your channel. I have been building an HO Subway in my head for about 15 years now. Watching your videos has given me the push I needed to go buy some material to get started. Thank you! What did you use for the platform? You mentioned the tile, but what is under? is it that foam or wood?
@blakrootz 27 күн бұрын
The entire station and platform is made of wood. On top of the platform is peel and stick adhesive floor tile. Home Depot has plenty of free samples for you to choose, which you may like. I had to choose between two and found one fairly similar to that of the flooring at Embarcadero BART Station. I eventually bought a pack and then cut it to size with a band saw. If you don't have that, you can use scissors, but it will be a bit difficult. Please keep me posted on your progress and be sure to see video one of this project of how I began. The link is in the description. Thanks for the support and subscribing. 👌🏾👍🏾😁
@chuchuchip Ай бұрын
2 things great with outdoor railroading, long trains & big curves. Do your neighbors say something (complain) about the noise (sounds)? Some times mind do, but most the time their grandkids are enjoying the trains. I run On30 & F (1:20.3) scale, my HOs are run on a club layout. I have Challengers steam.
@blakrootz Ай бұрын
No, lol, my neighbors aren't bothered by the trains at all.
@mickhardley1320 Ай бұрын
👍🏾👍🏾 Nice Cuz, Putting it Together lol
@blakrootz Ай бұрын
Thanks cuzn
@TheJordanHunt3r Ай бұрын
The new ho scale bart trains are being released around the fall of this year. they are up for preorder. with or without dcc sound.
@blakrootz Ай бұрын
Yes, my pre-order is in. Thank you
@TheJordanHunt3r Ай бұрын
@@blakrootz one fellow ho scale train collector to another, you're welcome 💪👍
@wolfgangpfeilergartenbahnd6530 Ай бұрын
Great Video, from the subway.👍👍👍👍👍👍
@blakrootz Ай бұрын
Thank you
@MidtownSun Ай бұрын
Dude how’d you get those scrolling text banners hanging from the ceiling of your BART station?! Super cool
@blakrootz Ай бұрын
Major research on youtube. Found them in the UK, but they can be programmed to any modelers' preferences. I also dropped the link for purchase in the part two video.
@JosephMusgrove Ай бұрын
Nice running!
@blakrootz Ай бұрын
Thanks
@catvoncrimson666 Ай бұрын
Hey when you get your rapido model Bart train, do you think you could do a comparison video between the walthers and Rapido Bart trains?
@blakrootz Ай бұрын
Yes, I plan to. Great minds think alike. 😉😄
@martintyler4962 14 күн бұрын
Great layout!
@M0Liv Ай бұрын
I love your outdoor layout! I’m considering building one of my own. SoundTraxx’s Blunami Bluetooth decides would serve you very well. They have a range of ~74’.
@blakrootz Ай бұрын
Please keep me posted on video updates
@donnelswain7974 Ай бұрын
Good morning, I have enjoyed your videos. I was wondering what kind of tracks are you using for your outdoor train set? I live In AZ and I just figured no time like the present to start mines but just need to know what tracks so I don’t have to continue to replace tracks all the time
@blakrootz Ай бұрын
Peco Code 100 Nickel Silver Concrete Track. I know the weather is a bit different in AZ, so I would advise a test track outside to test the elements. I waited a year before creating mine. I nailed a piece of track to pressure treated wood and let it sit outside to see how it stands in sun, rain, fog, and hail. I don't get snow here, but every once in a blue, I will get frost from 34-degree weather. It did just fine...as for heat, I can get like the high 90s. Be sure to see my cleaning videos to help. Thanks for viewing and I look forward to seeing your work. I will subscribe to your page now.
@MrRickSteele 2 ай бұрын
All your passenger stations are AMAZING!
@blakrootz 2 ай бұрын
Thank you
@MrRickSteele 2 ай бұрын
Stunning! Candlestick is exactly how it appears after they installed ramps and elevators (but too small). Been going there since 1968. Yes saw them all and saw Willies amazing catch with Bonds. 2 year ago my son did x-rays on Mr. Mays sadly he was in bad shape, but he acknowledged my son's admiration and respect by squeezing his hand. What ya going model next, Bay Bridge in the days of lower deck being for trains? I would not be surprised you got the talent! When young that used to exite me from the Oakland side where I once again reside.
@blakrootz 2 ай бұрын
Actually I am in the process of creating Embarcadero Muni and Bart Station. I'm overdue on my progress video, but have so much to share on it.
@gabrielquinones3343 2 ай бұрын
Those roof beams are not only to stop sound but to hold the roof of the station
@gabrielquinones3343 2 ай бұрын
Great job but like in the last video what station is it ? Is it the embarcadero or something else
@gabrielquinones3343 2 ай бұрын
Is that the embarcadero ?
@blakrootz 2 ай бұрын
Yes
@bracdude181 2 ай бұрын
How well have your trains held up to UV exposure? Does the plastic become brittle? Do colors fade after a while?
@blakrootz 2 ай бұрын
So far, so well. It doesn't get that hot out here and I always bring my trains in the house after each run/trip...even if it is to take a break. Mostly so they don't get pooped on by birds.
@mattnawn5019 2 ай бұрын
Nice work! Thanks for sharing it
@greatunwashed1856 2 ай бұрын
How come you chaps from across the pond have got a layout the size of a small English Village.
@blakrootz 2 ай бұрын
We like to let our imagination run free in the hobby so we can run really long trains
@wolfgangpfeilergartenbahnd6530 2 ай бұрын
An interesting model of the New Orleans Red Streetcar. 👍👍👍
@ajmayowskijr 2 ай бұрын
What scale?
@blakrootz 2 ай бұрын
HO Scale 1/87 but can be used for OO Scale also.
@SadisticPicker 3 ай бұрын
Id love to see a full scale on your train layout!
@blakrootz 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for viewing. I have more full length videos on my page. Please enjoy.
@SadisticPicker 3 ай бұрын
Wow how cool is this! Very impressive!👏👏👏🤘😎
@wolfgangpfeilergartenbahnd6530 3 ай бұрын
Great Video, from the New Orleans Streetcar. Wish you a happy Easter
@blakrootz 3 ай бұрын
Thank you too. I'm selling this one on ebay to downsize. I realize I have too many streetcars and I would prefer they have good homes than shelf life as a collectors items
@skyrider4230 3 ай бұрын
Wow!! A real "spark" from the catenary!! Impressive! Good job, James!
@blakrootz 3 ай бұрын
Thx Marty...
@ajmayowskijr 3 ай бұрын
Beautiful streetcar
@ronselliers6951 3 ай бұрын
I went from HO to G in 1996 and still have quite a bit of HO in storage. Now you have me thinking and since I do Blunami/battery installs I might just consider doing an HO shelf along the back privacy fence. Oh yes, love your layout.
@blakrootz 3 ай бұрын
I'd love to see some of tye battery installed trains you've done. Any for HO? Thanks for viewing
@arsalmonar 3 ай бұрын
Really AWESOME! I grew up in Oakland 1960's-70's and then Fremont 1970's-80's so this is super cool and reminiscent of my youth. Love the scrolling destination boards and all levels of detail you painstakingly created in your realistic layout. Way to go brother!
@blakrootz 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. There is still more to be done as I complete two independent mainline trackways for BART. Thanks for viewing.
@harrychen5349 3 ай бұрын
will the railway be broken because of rain?
@blakrootz 3 ай бұрын
No, after the rain clears and is completely dry, I then go out and clean the trackway before the run. Here is a video I did about rain on the layout. Hope this helps. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nLV7eZaF1t2teIU.htmlsi=MYUxtkqc7Vc0I6il
@cloudserph 3 ай бұрын
Very cool setup, I love it. It’s very inspiring. I subbed and can’t wait to see your new Rapidos run your BaRT line. Gotta have some station announcements too!
@blakrootz 3 ай бұрын
Thank you. Yes, Rapido said their model will have PAs included
@billsmith5938 4 ай бұрын
Very cool I wanna build something similar for my layout
@LuisMartinez-ud8ut 4 ай бұрын
That is a great layout. My favorite part was seeing the South City / San Bruno Mountain sign. I grew up seeing that every day!!!
@blakrootz 4 ай бұрын
Thanks 😊
@Danthehorse 4 ай бұрын
Nice, who makes the coaches?
@blakrootz 4 ай бұрын
Walthers, the last 6 or so are MTH.
@jefferykeeper9034 4 ай бұрын
Way too fast !!!
@TratUsYT 4 ай бұрын
Very impressive love the layout.
@blakrootz 4 ай бұрын
Thank you. Six year anniversary show is set for Memorial Day 2024.
@user-hp7xt3eq2w 4 ай бұрын
When are you going to show how you installed dcc in your Bart cars
@blakrootz 4 ай бұрын
I'm so sorry about that. I figured since Rapido Trains has the new revised versions coming out this year (summer 2024 or so), there was no need to do so as they are already DCC ready with all the bells, lights, whistles, and other sound effects. thanks for inquiring. my apologies again.