Improving Track and ballast at Chadwick Model Railway | 105.
Improving the ballasting of track to stop noise rumbling into the baseboards. Copydex can help at Chadwick Model Railway.
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I thought I'd just watch a few minutes of this video before hitting the sack. But here I still am after watching the entire 31 minutes and 43 seconds. There aren't too many vloggers who can captivate an audience by simply ballasting track - but you are one of the select few Charlie. Thanks mate!
@TheSps24
4 жыл бұрын
Yep, I'll endorse that. Just sat through it eating my dinner. Charlie really has a calming effect when he appears in front of the camera. I had spaghetti btw and I'm not a great fan of spaghetti. I've screamed at her "no more spaghetti", if she gives me that again I'm off. Twenty years I've been saying that but I'm still here. I mean, have you ever seen a grown man with two suitcases and a model railway walking down the street? So thanks again Charlie, hopefully I'll be sitting here eating toad in the hole next time you're on.
@BadApe351
4 жыл бұрын
@@TheSps24 Hahaha good story Bill. I don't mind a good spaghetti bolognese though. I know what to get you for Christmas - a pasta maker😀
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Such dedication gentleman, regards Charlie
@EtonieE25
4 жыл бұрын
I think if all else fails Charlie with his calming voice could get into hypnotism and start a whole new channel and career 😆😎
@leeludlowart237
4 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing.
Supper lol that’s a word us commoners don’t hear very often 😊another brilliant and informative video and as always brilliantly commentated. 👍
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Lee, perhaps I should have said Dinner or Tea!
@leeludlowart237
4 жыл бұрын
Chadwick Model Railway haha here in Nottinghamshire it’s tea. I was impressed also to see you have a local model railway shop. When I was a kid there was two in my town (Sutton in Ashfield ) they are both now Kebab shops ☹️
Fantastic realism.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
A great tutorial Charlie. Particularly liked the check rails. Thanks for posting. Vivian.
@ChadwickModelRailway
3 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it V.
Hi Charlie I'm a N Scaler and I use cork bed and a spoon to ballest. I also put a product called Boom Mat order my deck were I run my track and the results are great. FYI its a 🚘 auto product. Really great results. Also I hope Supper 🍽 was good. Keep having fun and be careful going back to work. See you next video, Chris
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
What a great comment Chris, many thanks, regards Charlie
Brilliant. Very helpful tips. Proses produce a ballast spreader which glues as you ballast - very quick.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Well, I shall check it out.
I’m from Australia and I use a sauce bottle which you twist open. I take the top off of the bottle and drill out the middle piece and then fill up with ballast. Then I just hold my finger over the opening to start and stop the flow of ballast. It lets out an nice controlled flow.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Now there’s a good tip Barry, many thanks, regards Charlie
thought the N gauge check rail idea was great. just luv all the little tips and sound advice
@ChadwickModelRailway
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John I’m so pleased that you find the channel useful. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie thanks again for your hard work providing us with these videos . Had to chuckle over the super glue , theres many a time ive held an object down only to find i'd stuck it to my finger instead . Cheers Martin
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s easy done, superglue is not necessarily your friend!
Enjoyable as always. Thanks!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim, regards Charlie
Looking good Charlie.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark.
@zulu5282
4 жыл бұрын
@@ChadwickModelRailway always a joy to watch from an ex crab to a ex fish head👍
Im a trainee train driver for a UK freight company. During my rules & regulations training we were told under no circumstances must we refer to the Jct indicator as a feather! Now, after watching your great videos, I’m going to get in trouble when I say feather! Great, well edited video as always 👍🏻
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info but stick with PLJI.
@christrickett3291
4 жыл бұрын
I've worked abroad for decades although not your typical loaded ex-pat, it's getting to the time I have to make the decision to return to the UK or stay away forever. But when I looked at non-teaching jobs there the only thing I remotely fancied was train driver. Not ruled it out but probably staying put here.
An excellent video. Particularly useful is the use of Copydex to fix the ballast, which I will trial myself. Many thanks for the good advice!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. One chap has said that the Copydex may well yellow over time, so be aware
Great update Charlie
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim, regards Charlie
Another great video Charlie Thanks Nick
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Nick, regards Charlie
Another fine video. Thanks for the tips. Stay safe.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks PG
Yet another great video Charlie see you in two weeks mate 🍻🍻👍🏻
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Todd, it’s a date, regards Charlie
Hi Charlie thanks for the tip using copydex for glueing the ballast. I'll be giving that a try especially on my raised section that does generate a little more noise than on the main boards. Also I like the use of the n gauge track for check rails so I'll be pinching that idea on my bridge another great tip. Thanks for sharing cheers Andy
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you found it interesting Andy. However, someone has mentioned that the copy decks can turn a little yellow over time. Regards Charlie
Wonderful video, thank you Mr. Charlie.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks PY
Very nice job all round. I tend to use N guage ballast on track nearer the front of my layout as I find some OO ballast to look a bit coarse. Where it's less visible I'm not so fussy! The check rails, fiddly as they were, look absolutely brilliant. Cheers
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Davie , I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it, regards Charlie
I liked the multiple camera angles at the end
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Vincent
I wouldn’t worry about ballast sitting on the sleepers. As a freight driver, I see this a lot! Network Rail will regularly order more ballast than is required, then the poor guys tipping it from the wagons have to find a way of getting rid of it!! If it gets sent back without being dropped, someone gets charged for it. So, very often, they’ll drop it everywhere they can get away with it. Sometimes you can drive for miles and not actually see the sleepers through the ballast.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
A very interesting comment. Perhaps we should re-examine our ballasting
@LongStripeyScarf
4 жыл бұрын
Chadwick Model Railway on the real railway or on the layout? XD
Looks amazing 👍
@ChadwickModelRailway
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dr G. Regards Charlie
Oh yes-yes, the guard rails and the ballast... they look pretty cool. But the signal! It really makes your layout. At least for me. Thank you for sharing the process!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
That’s very kind of you to say so, thank you
Hi Charlie - Woodland Scenics “scenic cement” is designed for gluing down ballast and already contains a wetting agent so you don’t have to use IPA. You might try it.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
It's just the price Rob, that puts me off.
Ballasting is always an unappreciated field of endeavour but, as ususal Charlie, you make it look easy & with your step by step guide to how you do it, inspire others to take this on. I always enjoy the way you explain what you're using for your projects & the benefits to be gained from them. Love the check rails & great idea to use N gauge for these. Apart from the superb modelling (as usual) I love the way you made the point of changing your polo shirt 'before the glue & paint come out'. Quite sad that you're returning to releasing videos every two weeks but totally understandable & we will just look forward to them even more! Take care, stay safe & best wishes.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you understand Simon. The pressure of producing one a week was quite intense. I do hope you liked the look of the second polo shirt and my care in changing it before the glues appeared. Regards Charlie
Great work, it looks so nice now mate
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks EW, you’re too kind.
Like the look of the finer ballast....thanks for sharing....Jack
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you found it interesting Jack
I'm quite a fan of using N gauge ballast myself, it seems more appropriate for h0 or 00 gauge track and it represents the real thing a lot closer. I love the look of the check rails on the viaduct, they make it more attractive.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I think that I’m a convert to RJ, regards Charlie
Marvelous instructive video. Just love it !
@ChadwickModelRailway
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steven.
Nice job. My guess on the ballast discoloring is that the isopropyl wetting step is partly dissolving the sleeper grime paint you had previously applied to the track before ballasting. Isopropanol is a solvent.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I believe that it’s reacting to the ballast itself.
Thanks Charlie for all your hard work keeping us sane during lock down.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome Steve
What make your videos so great is I feel we're all trying something new together. That's what make model railroading so pleasant. If you guys don't like the " wheel/ engine ) noise, build a layout on 2" extruded styrofoam ( the blue or pink stuff at home centers) ( I got mine in cement ,block place) . I've used cork( best so far), and other stuff. I have no plywood of any other sheet product under it. I just make believe it's the sound of the train rumbbling by.😁😁😁🤠🤠 I grew up on Lionel tin plate trains.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
A very interesting comments Bob, the blue and pink foam is far less available here in the UK.
Very good Charlie
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate.
Withdrawal symptoms setting in already, but heightened excitement in two weeks time. Thanks for the weekly videos, have helped to keep us sane :-)
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
You’re too kind Mark, regards Charlie
“It’s as much an adventure for you as it is for me” 😆 Brilliant quote young Charlie Boy and glad you changed your new motif top to keep it nice n clean 😆 JohnE
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I have to change my polo shirts, a gentleman by the name of Simon who donated them, would Linch me.
Charlie, Hello from Dallas once again. You have given us another gem of a video. I like that you left the bit of a mistake with the ballast in the video. It shows newbies like myself that even the most seasoned modelers have things go not quite as they had planned. Also, that was a very creative way to cut out existing scenery to install the signal. Very nicely done. Larry
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Larry, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. stay safe over there mate
Another great video 😀
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
Hello Charlie, Love the idea of Copydex with ballast… However, I think I have refined your idea and would love to share what I found because it is the way forward in my opinion. - Wetting with water only, stops the patchiness. - I part copydex to 4 parts water is great (2 drops) Use cotton buds to clean the glue and any ballast movement off the sleepers before the glue goes tacky and dry. The noise level is greatly improved. Love your channel and modelling knowledge and skills. Thanks! Joe
@ChadwickModelRailway
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe, certainly a method worth checking out.
@OORAILWAY
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Charlie, Nice to hear from you. I am surprised as you must be a C list celebrity by now with little time for autographs let alone messages. :). Big fan… I started a new layout because of your videos. You have cost me a bomb! Joe
@ChadwickModelRailway
3 жыл бұрын
You can’t take it with you mate, and if you have kids, they will just blow it anyway!
I brought that hobby craft brown paint for my layout it's great
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Yes cheap and effective, must be a winner
Thanks for the shout out to us N scalers, Charlie. Nice job, as usual.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
You’re my unsung heroes mark
Hope that wasn't your good lady's best tea spoon you used to mix the copydex and water!!!! As always, entertaining to watch and educational. Cheers Euan
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Euan. It’s my teaspoon, honest!
Great video Charlie thank you so much. Will miss the weekly updates, so look forward to them. See you soon.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
You never know Bob, there might be the odd weekly review thrown in there just for fun
@bobwestwood7824
4 жыл бұрын
Chadwick Model Railway that would be wonderful Charlie.
Great layout, things are really shaping up. Thanks for sharing with the rest of us.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Dave,
Good to see you removed those horrid "lugs" on the PECO turnouts - so many folks forget to do that. Remember dummy point motors and a facing point lock for the junction turnout. Nice to see it all coming together.
@alanbeard735
4 жыл бұрын
The facing point lock will be inside the point machine.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m not too sure that those folks know what they were provided for.
The viaduct is looking great now, the new check track and ballast look really good. Thank you for the tip regarding the signals and using the black tack to hold it down to allow access if needed.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you found it useful Chris
Excellent information as usual and total honesty over the signal . Really like the recess for the signal,works really well. Andy
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Andy, regards Charlie
I am so glad I watched this video before ballasting my N-gauge layout. As always, it is unmissable. Keep up the great work.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Campbell
Hi Charlie, thanks for helping to keep me sane during lockdown. Your videos are truly helpful to new people like me. I’m sure we can all “suffer” fortnightly updates lol. Take care.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Barry, I’m so pleased that you understand, regards Charlie
Great wellcome my world been ngauge modeller for years i will miss your weekley vids mike
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Michael, you can come and do my ballasting any day mate. Regards Charlie
I work in eighteen millimetres gauge and have scratchbuilt locos, carriages and wagons, all my own trackwork and turnouts since the late 1960s and I am still shamed for 'playing trains'. My scratcbuilt 1/16 full size trams are also classed as my 'toys'.
@ChadwickModelRailway
3 жыл бұрын
Be strong John, we all suffer from it.
Your videos are really enjoyable to watch. I’m not a railway modeler but still enjoy watching your layout grow and appreciate your ‘not too serious’ approach to presenting. Bad news about going back to fortnightly videos but I suppose you must have a life outside that of modeling. It’s a big thumbs up from possibly your most furthest supporter. (I live in New Zealand)
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nick, and you probably are my most distant supporter! Regards Charlie
Yet again an invaluable lesson cheers mucker!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
You’re most welcome Steve.
Charlie, another good post. The track is good. The feather looks great.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Nigel, regards Charlie
Yet another video that successfully combines education, information and entertainment. I think I'll soon be back at work full time myself but I am sure going to miss Friday lunchtimes. Take care mate
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
The break has been a challenge but work comes calling.
@StBlazeyModelWorld
4 жыл бұрын
@@ChadwickModelRailway My good lady and I adopted a very good system to maintain domestic bliss....I spent days in my portacabin making my slightly average videos and she stayed in the house. :-)
That track work is looking very sharp and the ballast makes a great difference. Very interesting about the sound deadening using the different glue. That little touch of the alcove for the signal is a nice touch. While I'm not at the ballasting stage myself I do intend to experiment with a few items and different methods to see how they perform. Keep well, Clint
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
A good idea Clint. We are all still learning.
Brilliant video Charlie super helpful, great idea with the spoon tamper
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it mate, regards Charlie
Great to see someone actually working with the layout’s track!! Although my layout is going to be relatively simple, depicting my favourite station on the Epping Ongar Railway, I’m sure that this type of work will be needed when I start building it when I move to a better home!!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you found it useful, regards Charlie
Bravo, Charlie - all around! The guard rails on the viaduct look great. I never would have thought of using N-guage rail; perhaps maybe Code 75, but not N!. The scene really looks great, and is looking better every episode. Thanks for all your hard work!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pat, that’s very nice of you to say so, regards Charlie
Taking shape very nicely, great stuff.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated Chris.
Great Video Charlie, as usual your videos are very helpful and very well done. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge... 👍👍💯
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
You’re too kind mate.
Hi Charlie take it from someone who works p-way on the railway the sleepers are never fully clean and boxed off 90% of the time they get an rrv with a brush attachment and do it that way but it never fully gets all the sleepers clean of ballast 🤣 and 99% of the time the lads never follow up on it so I wouldn’t worry about it too much grate video i can’t believe I’m having to wait two weeks now tho until the next Time
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Great info Craig, thanks very much.
Another brilliant video. Really detailed and informative especially the Plasser Theurer "lifter tamper" spoon. Thanks Charlie a real day brightener. Looking forward to two weeks time..
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Will, what a heartwarming comment, regards Charlie
Some good tips Charlie .Going to redo my own viaduct and include the check rails . Look forward to the instalment
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Just don’t superglue your fingers David it’s easy done
Thank you Charlie love watching going to miss the weekly videos but will be tuning in in 2 weeks for your next update
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Adam, I’m so pleased that you’ve enjoyed my weekly instalments.
Another masterpiece Charlie. Some clever ideas here and it adds so much to the viaduct. I'm an N gauge modeller and I hate ballasting almost as much as electrics. I use sawdust as my railway is late 40s and is supposedly Zero Budget. I always appreciate the time and effort you offer to your work. Thanks.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Martin. Good luck with the ballasting!
Another master class in model rails. Keep up the great work and focus on what is best and enjoyable for you.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Anthony, you’re too kind.
hi charlie the answer to you question about gluing ballast , try mapei latex plus white 1.5kg from screw fix £9.99 60/40 water it drys a bit darker than pva, plus the container goes a long way plus plus you don't get the gluie film and deadens the sound like copydex ,great video.............tony
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tip Tony, have you used it yourself?
@kitchenhamfarm
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Charlie yes i have, i started by using pva that was so noisy had to find an alternative ,copydex was just to expensive to do a large layout , worked out that latex was rubberised so gave that a try 60/40 water was a ok ratio 70/30 defiantly stronger, but i do use a foam type double sided tape to stick the track down ,hope this helps..............tony
Superb as usual. Looks great. Something about the shot @30:29 and watching the 125 go over the viaduct gave me goosebumps! All the best, Charlie.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Charlie regards Charlie
Great video Charlie. I enjoy watching Chadwick improve - Matthew.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matthew.
Another very enjoyable video Charlie, Copydex it is for me from now on. regards and thanks Gareth
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Do be careful, as some folks have said that it may change colour over time and have a yellow tint.
Thanks for the video again Charlie! Woodland scenics also has a good blend of N-gauge(fine) ballast.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Edwin
Hi Charlie, I’m going to have sleepless nights now worrying about ballasting in N Gauge!!!!! Always enjoy your video’s, I bought an N gauge version of the ballasting box after watching your speed ballasting sometime ago so if it doesn’t work I’ll be in touch, lol! No not really Charlie, you video’s have been inspiring and very helpful as I’m a complete novice you’ve made things much clearer for me, i think.... cheers Charlie, John
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
What a great comment John, good luck with the ballasting, regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, What a fantastic tip regarding the sound reducing glue for the ballasting! I had used PVA and it is a really noisy rumble as the trains go around, apart from when they go through the tunnel section where I have not ballasted. It really is noticeable how silent it is when the trains go through the tunnel.
@TheRip72
4 жыл бұрын
It does not go completely. When listening from a different room, I can hear the running noise increase as a train goes from the fiddle yard (pinned) onto the glued tunnel section then another increase as it gets onto the ballasted section. It is still quieter than track ballasted with PVA though.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
This has always been an ongoing problem. And I still wish to investigate further. Paragraph
Another excellent video thank you, using lots of your ideas on my build here in Australia.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to help Barry.
Many Thanks for another great Video Charlie. Keep Safe.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter, regards Charlie
As always enjoyable to watch and always something new to learn, already looking forward to the next video.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it
The best videos on KZread! I've not been into model railways since I was a kid but Fridays are now a highlight of my week thanks to you! Great work Charlie as usual and I'm really looking forward to the next instalment!
@christrickett3291
4 жыл бұрын
Ditto me. Loved my train set as a kid, recently just decided that I love them again only now I live in a tiny flat and have no money, hence why I love these vids as for now it is the best I can get. Mick's Lakeside Railway is also excellent.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Im so pleased that you enjoy the channel.
Thank you for all the time to film and narrate your progress so entertainingly...it can't always be easy to find that time...and thank you especially for the extra efforts during lockdown...it was and is much appreciated. Dave
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
What a heartwarming comment Dave, thank you very much regards Charlie
Thank you Charlie, that was enjoyable. This one I understood. I enjoy all your videos and I’m trying to absorb all the information because I am very new to the hobby. Loved it all my life but didn’t have the room until now. Even if I don’t understand something I’m learning and I find your voice and the way you do things very relaxing. See you in two weeks! 😢😉
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Judy, you’re far too kind. Regards Charlie.
@jmkmini
4 жыл бұрын
Chadwick Model Railway Just telling the truth. We all appreciate you taking the time to teach us. I’m not a patreon yet but I have a question, is the sizes and the tracks all the same in the different countries? If I bought let’s say Flex track from here in the USA would it fit a locomotive from England? Thank you again for your kindness. ☺️
Brilliant idea. Another fine video. Looks Great.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Roger, regards Charlie
Great job Charlie, that looks amazing. The paint then ballast really added to the scene. I also learned a lot on doing this. Thanks for sharing and stay safe. Ken
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it Ken
Great video charlie! Looks very good
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Green shark
@LHoriginal
4 жыл бұрын
@@ChadwickModelRailway no problem
I have really enjoyed your lockdown videos Charlie and learned a lot. Thank you.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
You’re most welcome Philip
A bit late in your build process, I use "expanding foam filler" inside my viaducts to add strength and as a noise insulation. Bit fiddly, as you need to set up a support jig to keep the viaduct deck flat and the walls straight as the foam expands, with of course some outlets for the expanding foam - say the bottom of the pillars, but you get a great outcome. Thanks again for informative and enjoyable videos.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ross, yes I should have used foam during the build process
Noooooo, I looked forward to your weekly videos. All is good :)
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased you enjoyed the channel Anthony, but the pressure of producing weekly videos is enormous. Regards Charlie
superglue actvator helps you get an instant bond on your superglue. dab your superglue pop the parts together then give a little spritz of activator n boom, it's solid! really liked the check rails.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bill, I seriously need to restock on various items including activator
Another informative video 'warts an all'. Much appreciated, keep them coming!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Leonard, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it
Wonderful Vids' Charlie, Enjoy to watch every week. The hints & tips is what makes the difference. Thanks!!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the channel Paul, regards Charlie
Nice one Charlie, we have been spoilt with a weekly video, look forward to a fortnight's time. Stay safe
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the channel, regards Charlie
I always mix burnt umber powder paint with the ballast before I lay it... This produces a very satisfying weathering effect.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
An interesting option, thanks
Thanks Charlie, once again eco what everyone else has said, thanks for keeping us entertained during lockdown. Unfortunately I won't be going back to work as I'm being made redundant. More time for modelling! See you in two weeks!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that but every cloud .......
@wamgoc
4 жыл бұрын
@@ChadwickModelRailway Yes, just means I'm retired 18 mouths early. Good that I will have more time, but on a bit less pension. Life ah!
Evening Charlie. Loving the T shirt and glad you had the sense too change it lol 😆 I’m not ready for ballast but all of tips are much appreciate 👍🏻 The weeks are just flying by now your on every Friday 🤣 Your KZread family are fantastic at spotting thins hehe 😂 Have a great weekend see you next week cheers Stevie 😎
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Stevie, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. However perhaps you never noticed that I am I’ve changed my videos to once every two weeks, a shocking development.
Excellent job, Charlie! Looks spectacular
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers Alx.
Great video!
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
Another excellent video Charlie and thanks for all your efforts during the lockdown. I shall miss the weekly installments but look forward even more to the fortnightly videos. Thanks again for all your hard work.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony, what a heartwarming comment. Regards Charlie
awesome video
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate.
Thanks Charlie, I picked up a few tips from this video/ Blue Tac.
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Charles, I’m so pleased that you found it useful
I now have to wait another two weeks for my dose of Charlie 🙁. Ah well worth the wait is what I say. Great videos and great content you will always get a 👍 from me no matter how long we have to wait.😁
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
That’s very kind of you Martyn. Regards Charlie
Watched your great video over Saturday lunch, your check rails look fantastic, I think I saw the little kick that they have, I don't ballast my viaducts or bridges because we don't seem to down here, using N scale ballast makes it down to scale almost, thanks from Wairoa in New Zealand
@ChadwickModelRailway
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jed, as you say some viaducts have ballast and some don’t