 | If you want to go beyond just watching trains run on your layout and move into prototype-based operating sessions, then the video shorts in this segment are exactly what you're looking for. To keep your layout in tip-top operating condition, we also cover expert model railroad layout maintenance secrets.
We don't assume any previous operating experience in these video shorts. Our expert shows you how to begin at the ground floor and evolve your operating sessions over time, slowly adding more interesting detail and authentic prototype practices to your model railroad operations.
Maintaining your layout is a key component to having the most satsifying operations. Ironically, layout maintenance hasn't gotten a lot of coverage in the hobby press, but it's probably one of the most important hobby disciplines to understand and do properly if you want a reliable and fun-to-operate layout. We cover expert "preventitive maintenance" tricks as well as ongoing "master builder" layout maintenance techniques. The idea is to help you focus your layout maintenance efforts on the things that matter the most - making it easier for you to keep your layout operating efficiently and running without mishap. |
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 | Introduction to realistic operations (Chapter 1 - DVD 6)
In this video segment expert modeler Joe Fugate presents the seldom discussed secrets to getting a satisfying layout that's a blast to operate. Joe defines powerful concepts like "railfan vs. engineer" and "quality of run vs. quantity of run" and shows how they can give you exactly the layout you want. (concepts) |
 | Getting into operation - the basics (Chapter 2 - DVD 6)
So you want to try your hand at realistic operations -- but where do you start? Expert Joe Fugate shows you the ropes and gives you the tools you will need to get even the most reluctant operator to see how low-pressure and fun running trains realistically can be. (concepts, hints/tips) |
 | All about track warrants (Chapter 3 - DVD 6)
Once you get the basics of operating realistically down, if you want to try your hand at something more challenging, then the next step is to use a fast clock and track warrants. Joe Fugate explains the ins-and-outs of using track warrants to grant run authorization on a model railroad. (hints/tips, 1-2-3) |
 | Yard operation (Chapter 4 - DVD 6)
If you've ever wondered how to operate your yard more realistically, Joe Fugate demonstrates how it's done using his HO Siskiyou Line layout as an example. Joe teaches you the tricks of the trade, so you can have a more prototypical and fun time conducting yard operations on your layout. (hints/tips, 1-2-3) |
 | Helper operation (Chapter 5 - DVD 6)
There's nothing like helper operations to add excitement and challenge to "getting trains over the road" on your layout. In this video segment, Joe Fugate shows us how his operators conduct engaging helper operations on his layout, complete with advice from a veteran helper operator on Joe's layout. (hints/tips, 1-2-3) |
 | Switching industries (Chapter 6a - DVD 6)
The heart of prototype operation is switching cars at industries. In this video segment, we discuss important industry switching topics like facing and trailing point spurs, clic car spots, and how to build a manual uncoupling pick so you can, like the prototype, uncouple cars anywhere. (hints/tips, 1-2-3) |
 | Staging (Chapter 6b - DVD 6)
Most modern layout designs include an "offstage yard" that connects your layout with the outside world. But how does staging work in actual practice? In this video segment we visit Joe Fugate's HO Siskiyou Line and learn the secrets of how he manages the staging areas on his layout. (hints/tips, 1-2-3) |
 | Dispatching (Chapter 7 - DVD 6)
Once you move into more prototypically-based operation, you will need a dispatcher to coordinate train movements. In this video segment, Joe Fugate discusses how to develop dispatching skills, and we learn important dispatching secrets from a veteran dispatcher of Joe's HO Siskiyou Line. (hints/tips, 1-2-3) |
 | SP4449 excursion on the Siskiyou Line (Chapter 9 - DVD 6)
Enjoy a delightful excursion run of SP4449 on Joe Fugate's HO Siskiyou Line. Lots of great footage through realistic scenery with a sound and lights equipped model of the famous Daylight 4449 GS-4 loco. See how prototype practices are used with track warrants to get an excursion train over the line. (hints/tips) |
 | Live Siskiyou Line op session, part 1 (Chapter 8a - DVD 6)
Have you ever wondered what a protypically-based layout op session is like? Well here's your chance! In this first of three video segments, we take you to an actual op session on Joe Fugate's HO Siskiyou Line. In part 1, we see how an op session starts, and witness the first few trains of the day. (hints/tips) |
 | Live Siskiyou Line op session, part 2 (Chapter 8b - DVD 6)
In part 2 of this three-part series, we drop in on an actual operating session of Joe Fugate's HO Siskiyou Line layout. We learn more details about how the dispatcher issues track warrants, and we see how the yardmaster deals with trains both in and out of the main yard. (hints/tips) |
 | Live Siskiyou Line op session, part 3 (Chapter 8c - DVD 6)
In the final part of this three-part series, we continue our look at an actual operating session on Joe Fugate's HO Siskiyou Line. We see helpers in operation and we get to watch switching operations at the massive Roseburg Forest Products complex in Dillard. (hints/tips) |
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