Building a helix for a model Railroad

Building a helix for a model Railroad. this is not a how to video, but more a video that might give you some guidance if you are going to try and build a helix.
Biggest thing is Test Test and Test some more. making sure every level works perfectly before moving on to the next level. Yes it takes a long time, but this is going to be a part of your layout that you are not going to be redoing anytime soon. or just ANYTIME at all for that matter.

take your time cutting the parts, take your time building the levels, take your time laying the cork road bed. and take your time doing the track, test all solder joints. and did I mention take your time.
allow time for glue to fully dry, for all steps. and run a couple different locomotives, not just one, up and down.
only then, when it is perfect, can you move on to the next level.

it does get frustrating, but again take your time, walk away for awhile, come back fresh, it is not a race, it does not have to be done in a couple days.

if you are doing a helix, TAKE YOUR TIME and TEST

[paulmontgomery]

Look forward to seeing the finished project

[dkaustin]

Having built a helix, I always find it amazing as to how much track a Helix will consume to build it! Looks like yours is working out great.

[n-scaleunionpacificevansto]

Wow, nice job, Sparky! Building a helix isn't easy, but you're doing a great job of it. You are so right about taking your time with it, and testing it as you go. ...Roy

[DungeWoodRailway]

Hi Sparky
Enjoyed the video, one of the best snippets I've seen and I watched a lot of vids before I built my helixes.
You're spot on with the test, test, test, trying to rush on a project like this is a really bad idea, I learnt that from experience....
Great job.
Cheers Paul

[davestrains]

Very informative. I really like the track guides. Looking good Sparky, thanks for sharing. Dave

[seanspennywisemiserrr]

Awesome job sparky! Looking forward to see a consist running on the helix.

[bhrailroad]

Looking good man. Can't wait to see trains running on it.

[johncarvil]

All looking fine Sparky, I'll keep you busy for a

[dave]

Sparky its looking great, like the helix, can't wait until I get to see more. Fantastic....

[DiggerEvans]

Wow sparky this layout is going to be splendid, looks very nice indeed bro

[LeslieGilpinRailways]

Very impressive helix there, Sparky. Looking forward to a long consist going up.

[tanzj]

Looks good. Building a helix is lots of

[stevethpsap]

Really like template for bending track. That looked so much easier than other people do it. The helix is looking great.

[JoeG-firehousewhiskey]

I spend 5 hours in my shed, and get two things done lol. It does take a long time to do things on the layout!
I like those tools to make a good radius.

[trainsontuesday]

You're moving along rapidly Sparky, mine has hit a couple of roadblocks again. It'll all come though. David.

[FBMRR]

I love how you have a make shift table on the inside. If i only had the room. Soo jealous.

[TheKurtsPlaceChannel]

Great video. Thanks for posting this. Have a nice day.

[highballinghogger]

Looking great Sparky can't wait to see it when you finish going to be awesome thanks for sharing ! 👍
Keep HIGHBALLING HOGGER ! 😎

[davidztog]

Very nice Sparky. Should go smooth now that you have a plan complete with the template, precut pieces and the guide for flex track. Thanks for sharing. 👍 👍 👍

[jamescarryl]

Sparky, You:LL have a beautiful helix by taking your time and checking for problems as you go.
I'd truly love to watch all your videos as We see a train going up while another train goes down. This will be impressive
Keep up the great work.