yes I agree come on that first train running today
me 2
Charlie I'm still patiently waiting
Clem
me as well
Originally Posted by John23:
Originally Posted by Pingman:
Beautiful craftsmanship, Charlie. And thanks for providing the update's date in the thread title.
3 ZW's and a KW should provide adequate power to the layout.
Don't forget that type Z with 250 watts! 
You're right; I completely missed the Z. Great transformer; had one when I had the layout. I think the gauges directly in front of it distracted. Wonder if those are 250W or 275W ZW's or a combination.
Originally Posted by Pingman:
Originally Posted by John23:
Originally Posted by Pingman:
Beautiful craftsmanship, Charlie. And thanks for providing the update's date in the thread title.
3 ZW's and a KW should provide adequate power to the layout.
Don't forget that type Z with 250 watts!
You're right; I completely missed the Z. Great transformer; had one when I had the layout. I think the gauges directly in front of it distracted.
A good distraction at that. I'm guessing those gauges are volt meters tied to the "Z". The "Z" pumps out 24 volts at full throttle...probably not good for todays electronics.
Bruce
Charlie Merry Christmas
Lets see that first run!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Alex
Ask Alex and you shall receive Merry Christmas!
Way to go Charlie!
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas!
Beautiful and touching video, Charlie. I'm sure you put a smile on your Dad's face today.
You made it, Charlie, Trains running on Christmas Day. Good for you. Nice recognition for your Dad. My Dad loved trains as well.
Great first run Charlie, many memories already in that basement, many more to be made.
Your boys are growing up quick.
Merry Christmas,
Dan
Congratulations Charlie and Merry Christmas!!
Beautiful work and wonderful to see your sons with you as you make the first run.
George
Charlie,
Merry Christmas to Toni, You and the entire family. Excellent tribute.
Merry Christmas.
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Dennis
Excellent! Merry Christmas.
Bruce
Congratulations Charlie 
Merry Christmas
Clem k
Hi Mr. Charlie,
i just read the thread from the beginning and just wanted to say, Wow, What a Wonderful Train Room. I am sorry about your Family Losses, and send Condolences. Your Layout is looking really great and Your video was Fun to Watch. I look forward to seeing Your Progress Reports and was wondering, with this much room, will you have a Turntable?
Merry Christmas.....Happy Rsilroading
Hey Charlie....I asked before Alex did..!!!
. Great Christmas day for you my Friend...thanks for the video. Your layout is going to be the best!
Alan
Charlie and the family - Merry Christmas - Great video of the first run. There is something about those air whistles. I am sure your Dad has a smile on his face.
nice layout I'm sure your dad was watching u running that train hey are going to show more of your train layout tapes??? but anyway u are doing a nice job keep the good work
Great Charlie!!! Your Dad was standing at your shoulder when that engine started rolling along. Happy Railroading! 
Charlie, I thank you very much, what a great first run with your dad's train set.
I'm so sorry about your loss, I'm sure he was right beside you when you did
the first run. The layout is going to be fantastic when it's done.
Thanks
Alex
Merry Christmas Charlie and family. What a great tribute. Lay out looks awesome.
Great video!
Peter
Super, Charlie!
What a great tribute to your dad! I am glad to see your sons enjoying it too!
Well I hit the milestone of getting all my main lines laid down. Tomorrow I will wire it in then move on to sidings.
Charlie what great progress you are making. i do have to ask you what do you do in your spare time!!!!
Nice Charlie. It feels good to get the track down and engines running.
Man, you are fast! I'll have to come down and pay you a visit some time.
BTW, we are sold out of all club cars! Thanks for your help!
Installed my fascia today. Ultimately it will be painted and have a curtain beneath the fascia.
That looks really nice Charlie!
Did you get that at Menards or Home Depot? Gives me an idea for mine in the future.
Did you get that at Menards or Home Depot? Gives me an idea for mine in the future.
The masonite came from a local lumber and sheet goods supplier.
Originally Posted by MichRR714:
The masonite came from a local lumber and sheet goods supplier.
Gotcha. Have to check a few big box stores and see what they have. Does it just come in rolls or is it not that flexible?
Lance, this was 4 x 8 sheets ripped to 4 1/2" by 8' strips. It is flexible, but has it's limits.
Lookin real good!
Originally Posted by MichRR714:
Lance, this was 4 x 8 sheets ripped to 4 1/2" by 8' strips. It is flexible, but has it's limits.
Cutting kerfs in the back side will add a little more give.
Charlie has done a fantastic job of getting this layout up and running in a short time span. It will be a "Premier Lay out" as time goes on.
The fascia board will make a huge difference in the overall appearance once the layout is complete. Nice job.
You are doing a superb job, Charlie.
The fascia certainly adds a lot to the layout.
