Wow this is looking great, fantastic modelling - do you have a prototype photo, I've not seen a good detailed photo...

That is a brilliant piece of modelling, can't wait to see it finished.

Nice to see someone else tackling the deficiencies of the LIMA underframe (in other words, I'm relieved that I'm not the only obsessive out there), it really does make a significant difference to the look of the model. I don't agree with you on the SEF glazinf necessarily, but that's a general problem with vac' formed glazing which never looks as good as handcut pieces carefully made to fit - it does eradicate the moulded wipers however...

Adam

A1 should do some suitable turned brass horns for the 73 - I've used their horns on my SR EMUs.

I'm surprised that nobody does a set of cast replacement underframe gear for the Lima/Hornby 73. It does make a massive difference.

Thanks for the comments guys!

James theres a good photo that shows the front of the Shcarfenburg coupling taken at the Barry island railway on Fotopic ( when it works! ), there is this one also at: http://newimages.fotopic.net/?iid=yo542w&noresize=1&nostamp=1&quality=85

Thanks for the Comment Modfather, shall get some more work done soon, as some parts need filing etc to get them neater looking!

Adam think it was your thread that inspired me your 73 model is superb! althoguh I dont think my detailnig will ever match as good! The SEC glazing was my only other option asides from the Lima glazing which the side windows have an extra moulded window frame which looks odd seeing as the bodyshell has it moulded on too?!

some tommorrow from MG sharp, as ive used the Marktis ones before and found them wayy to thin looking

it is a shame none of the detailnig manufacturers like Shawplan, Hurst etc, do any cast replacement parts, as donig the underframe is a time consuming exercise, well as is all modellnig I guess , worth it though in the end id say!

The first proverbial Brick wall has been hit!

with the unavailibility of A7302, which is the Class 73 Air horns from A1 Models, a Fruitless Ebay search has ensured that the bodyshell detailing will have to come to a halt for now ..

Hopefully tonight when I get home more progress on the Underframe, and Sharfenburg couplings will be made though B)

I'm not quite sure what you mean about the "extra moulded frame"? The glazing does have a representation of the rubber seal around the window, but I don't remember there being one on the bodysides (or anywhere else). The only real issue with those windows on the sides is that the aperture is a bit too large, so I made it smaller which wasn't a problem since mine was going to be re-painted. Clear plastic sheet and a steady hand is always an option - and if done right will be flat, which the SEF inserts aren't.

Adam

my mistake, where the flush glazings been fitted the illusion that theres a window seal, has been created! I think its where Lima didnt spray the insides of the darker grey, which gives that impression, I did think of having a go at glazing myself, but after past attempts my confidence has gone down but I may give it a go for the cab bulkheads maybe and see how I get on with that! The SEF inserts also as well I find have that rather odd "underwater" effect when you Look through them

WOW Fantastic model .

Regards kev