Pannier capers Part 2
Yesterday I received two pairs of finely etched 57xx sandbox pull rods from RT Models.
They come complete with instructions. Along with the the two external rods is an internal linkage rod as well. I'm going to omit this on this 9717 and on 5798 too. The instructions supplied are self explanatory and I added the 90 degree bend in the etch at the sandbox filler end. Following a coat of primer I brush painted some Precision GWR green to finish.
Looking at prototype photos of 57xx's it looks as if the bend in the rod goes towards the rear of the wheel arch. In doing so this leaves a gap between the end of the etch and the sandbox filler cap. The colour photos I have in my reference books aren't very clear in this area but it looks as if there's a linkage between the rod and the filler cap. Hopefully, the photo below will make things clearer. Does anyone have any idea how this attaches?
Here's a few progress shots of 9717. Still no buffer beam numbers or number plates. I've readjusted the front lamp irons because I'd made a right mess of positioning them and added the handrails above the centre footstep from Gibson handrail knobs and wire. The existing handrails were painted GWR green accept around the front.
Vacuum pipes have been replaced with white metal ones and I've added checker plate squares to the top of the buffers
Following on from CK's earlier advice I just need to rectify the front footsteps either side of the smokebox door (See Part 1) then hopefully I can finish of detailing and weathering.
The proposed crew are seen bailing out of the cab. One is an old Airfix/Dapol figure on the firemans side. Not sure about the provenance of the driver though? For GWR crews I would imagine their uniforms wouldn't be as pale as this-perhap darker blue? Though we are talking post war and uniforms faded I guess.
The other question to finish is concerning the light positions. For branch freight/mineral train would there be a lamp on the top of the smoke box and one above the left buffer? (This is standing facing the loco head on)
Cheers,
Mark
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