black and decker boy Posted December 24, 2017 Share Posted December 24, 2017 Put me down for 3 in EM please Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad McCann Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 I’ll absolutely take one. At least! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted December 29, 2017 Author Share Posted December 29, 2017 Thanks chaps. I started to fit the new bits on the 27th and ran into a few problems which will require the artwork to be modified and another test etch. So apologises that it is taking some time. Gordon A Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted January 21, 2018 Author Share Posted January 21, 2018 I am sorry to say after making some progress on this project I have hit a problem through lack of observation. The CSP chassis is designed for an etched running plate. I had not taken into account the thickness of the Hornby running plate. The CSP chassis could be modified by trimming 2mm from the top of the chassis, however that will remove the top location slot for the front and back spacers. Not all is lost as I have obtained some further information and will be using this to design a chassis for the Hornby model from scratch. This will take some time but should be better in the long run. I am sorry this is taking so much time. Gordon A Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chris p bacon Posted January 21, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 21, 2018 If this is any help to you, I am currently working my way through things required for the layout that need etching. As I'm a tight 'so and so' I only like to pay for one phototool, so when I draw up the etch I convert it so I am able to run it through the Silhouette cutter. Being able to put a chassis together in plastic first has been a great help and a sheet of plasticard is far cheaper if I ruin something. Also it's easy to be able to add and change the parts to fit then change the drawing to suit. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davknigh Posted January 21, 2018 Share Posted January 21, 2018 Not to worry Gordon. It’ll be done when it’s done. Cheers, David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted January 21, 2018 Author Share Posted January 21, 2018 If this is any help to you, I am currently working my way through things required for the layout that need etching. As I'm a tight 'so and so' I only like to pay for one phototool, so when I draw up the etch I convert it so I am able to run it through the Silhouette cutter. Being able to put a chassis together in plastic first has been a great help and a sheet of plasticard is far cheaper if I ruin something. Also it's easy to be able to add and change the parts to fit then change the drawing to suit. I like the idea but none of my friends in two model groups own a Silhouette cutter. Gordon A Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chris p bacon Posted January 22, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 22, 2018 How are you drawing the artwork for the etch ? Depending on what it's drawn on/in, a sheet of plastic would fit in the post. Feel free to PM. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted January 22, 2018 Author Share Posted January 22, 2018 How are you drawing the artwork for the etch ? Depending on what it's drawn on/in, a sheet of plastic would fit in the post. Feel free to PM. Thank you for your kind offer. The artwork is being drawn using Illustrater. I may be in touch in a couple of months time. Gordon A Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Any news? Regards Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted July 19, 2018 Author Share Posted July 19, 2018 Any news? Regards The artwork was completed then sent off on Monday. I understand that the usual turnaround is about two weeks. Gordon A 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Brilliant, looking forward to it. Regards Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted August 2, 2018 Author Share Posted August 2, 2018 (edited) Herewith pictures of the test etch for the Hornby Peckett full chassis kit. Side on view. The frames have been assembled with the half etch markings for the front axles on the inside. They are just visible in the second picture. There are a small number of errors that need correcting which will require the art work amending and another tool. I will have this test etch with me at Rail Wells if any one is interested. Gordon Edited August 2, 2018 by Gordon A 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted September 11, 2018 Author Share Posted September 11, 2018 A quick update on the Peckett chassis. A few corrections were needed on the test etch. I have received three revised test etches, the first of which I am building hopefully into a running chassis for Scaleforum. The gear box is a High Level Road Runner + Wheels will be Gibson Black Hawthorn 3ft drivers. Gordon A 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
decauville1126 Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Where might we find you please at Scaleforum? All to easy to miss something in the excitement! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Where might we find you please at Scaleforum? Test track? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted September 11, 2018 Author Share Posted September 11, 2018 I will be among the Bristol Group of demonstraters demonstrating an Introduction to Templot. Gordon A 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 When do you expect be selling this chassis? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted September 11, 2018 Author Share Posted September 11, 2018 When do you expect be selling this chassis? Hi Penrith, I don't know. I am making notes and taking photos for the instructions as I build the first running chassis. Gordon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Ok Gordon, several weeks away then, looking forward to it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Captain Kernow Posted September 12, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 12, 2018 Test track?I am happy to repeat the invitation to run the chassis on the DRAG test track. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted September 12, 2018 Author Share Posted September 12, 2018 I am happy to repeat the invitation to run the chassis on the DRAG test track. Thanks Tim. If I get a quiet spell I will bring her over for a run, or trust her into your care. Gordon A 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Down_Under Posted September 13, 2018 Share Posted September 13, 2018 Looks good Gordon, My first Peckett arrived last week, so super excited about this! J Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted September 20, 2018 Author Share Posted September 20, 2018 Sorry folks, I was hoping to have a running chassis for Scaleforum, but that will not be the case due to losing a day and half this week to other causes.I will still bring the chassis with me for those who wish to examine it.Gordon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted September 20, 2018 Share Posted September 20, 2018 Sorry folks, I was hoping to have a running chassis for Scaleforum, but that will not be the case due to losing a day and half this week to other causes. Know the feeling. P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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