This new series ...

This new series is going to be great.  Really liked the detail and attention paid to often overlooked or assumed processes.  Looking forward to more!

A top-notch standard

Efram's set a standard for this segment that's top notch. I hope he has a lot more ideas to share on TrainMasters. I really enjoyed hosting this segment.

Cheers!

- Trevor

Notch 8 is a hit!

Just finished watching the first episode of Notch 8 on Trainmasters TV. Trevor is an excellent host and the guest Efram is very well spoken and his skill shines through. I look forward to many more episodes of this series. 

Yep

5 Stars again!

I watched the first installment of Notch 8 this morning and I am really looking forward to seeing where it goes.

Another hit from TMTV... well done!

Great first episode!

What an impressive first show. Trevor does his usual great job communicating, but I’m also super impressed with Efram. He is very articulate with a very nice, approachable manner. And the comprehensive explanations are fantastic. Loved the great graphics, too.

I’m excited to see where this series goes. Great idea, great execution, all-around super thumbs up!

Curious about the title vs. the apparent intent...?

From the description:  "Trevor Marshall hosts, with techniques for super-detailing, painting and weathering locomotives and rolling stock"...  Trying to figure out if this is eventually going to include steam locomotives too and, if so, how "notch 8" is supposed to apply. 

Everything to Notch 8

We're talking about notching the details and weathering all the way up... steam, diesel, traction, any era.  It all depends on who shows up and what they bring to the table - literally.

Looks great, minor bugcheck

Dear Barry, Trevor,

"Notch 8" certainly looks great, I will be definitely checking in for new episodes!

A minor bugcheck, the guest mentioned "I think Kadee are stopping the #5s",

which was refuted by Kadee here on MRH just a few days ago...

http://model-railroad-hobbyist.com/node/23396#comment-206182

Looking forward to more "Notch 8" contemporary diesel info...

Happy Modelling,
Aim to Improve,
Prof Klyzlr

​PS some P87 modellers have taken to replacing the stock Overland axlebox springs with Kadee coil knuckle springs and similar, to get a more sensitive/soft "axlebox movement" action over rough track...

"about the title vs. the

    Yeah, it sounds like a Tehachapi or Mullan pass railfan video  to me.  I never equate building models with full throttle :> )....DaveB

How about?

"Gluing Tiny Parts on Locomotives and Painting Them So They Look Real Show" ?

There is NO way...

... that I'm saying that at the start of every episode. That's about as far as we'd get.

"Welcome to the 'Gluing Tiny Parts on Locomotives and Painting Them So They Look Real' show. See you next time!"

- Trevor

Notch 8 is catching on

This new apartment complex near my house shares your name.. http://www.liveatnotch8.com/

I agree.

I have to agree. The show name does not make me think of detailing at all.

Tim

Think creative concept

To me, Notch 8 is a cool, creative, and hip way to present a high-level detailing series. 

I mean, think about what notch 8 actually is: the highest speed and power that a diesel locomotive is capable of. This correlates with the highest, most powerful impact that super detailing achieves. 

It’s the same concept as "take it to the next (or highest) level". 

I think it’s a great fit.

Take it to the max

I never questioned it

I "got" the idea the first time I heard the series was called Notch 8. Could have been called pedal to the metal or full steam ahead... Same kind of idea.

Not so fast...

The fist installment didn't impress me, neither does the name. If you have to explain what the name means then I think it falls short, sorry. I will continue to check them out as they become available in TMTV because I'm sure I will learn from them, I do enjoy TMTV, (kissing up now) but I'm not excited at all about the name like others.     John

If you have to explain what

Even the most basic of things have to be explained to some people. I don't think that's a good criteria. I work IT and still explain concepts to people about their PCs that have been around since the mid-80s.

Explain What...

I read the title and it doesn't imply what the series is about, that's what I mean. Barry and Joe can call it anything they want, its their show but, note above, I'm not the only one with that opinion.

Well the IT industry has a ling-go all it's own...hashtag?                John

Well the IT industry has a

Well the IT industry has a ling-go all it's own...hashtag?

What's a hashtag?  Something like a pricetag  except different? 

Randy

I like hashbrowns

don't care much for hashtags.

The name is great, it really doesn't require much hand wringing about it, once you watch the first 15 seconds you can figure it out. 

At least you'll remember the name now

In the end, the segment needed a name that was short, easy to say, and easy to remember. I suspect even those who don't like the name will remember it, so in that sense it's worked just fine.

And remember: There's no way we could've picked a name that pleased everybody. Just like there's no single scale, gauge, or era that is the "best".

Efram does terrific work. While installing an upgraded chassis may not be the sexiest topic, Efram explained the process well and even as the host (who knew what we were about to do), I found his clinic to be full of useful information that I can apply to my hobby - regardless of scale or interest. For example, I like the way he taped the gearboxes together - something I will keep in mind if (no: when) I run into that type of truck while disassembling a model to detail or paint it.

Already, we've recorded segments on some detailing aspects - including upgrading rooftop fans and working with aftermarket handrails. And Efram is prepping some more clinics on other upgrades one can do, using his SOO line diesel as his example. Meantime, Barry and I are talking to other modelers about doing segments on detailing as part of Notch 8.

Every series starts somewhere. Give this one time and the catalog of techniques will become quite impressive, I'm sure.

Perhaps those who do like this series (either now, or as it grows on you) can tell their friends in the hobby that TrainMasters TV is doing this. It might convince more people to subscribe, which is always a good thing. (And thanks if you do!)

- Trevor (one of the hosts on TMTV)

What's in a name anyway...

I guess it doesn't matter what you call it as long as it's entertaining. If I don't like it I don't have to watch it...right?

I do have a serious question. Why wouldn't you put all of the segments for the same topic together under one

show? If the show was 45 or 60 minutes or even longer what would that matter? If it's something I want to watch I

would watch it until the end. Or if I didn't have time to watch the entire show I could stop it and resume when I did

have time.  Just asking.                             John