I don't find your posts on this in any way boring Missy - its interesting to see how this build is coming together.

I was wondering earlier today how this was progressing. Neat work as always.

Paul.

No apology necessary Missy - it's good to see progress on this. That is very tidy work considering how much of the window frame you removed before.

Any thoughts on how you're going to glaze the windows?

Andy

Hello Missy,

I've been following your posts on this project and am not bored at all. If it's any consolation I much admire you for tackling this kit in the first case, but even more so for being brave and honest enough to publish your trials and tribulations for all to see, rather than just showcasing the success stories.

We all have the odd project which causes such frustration that we have to 'walk away' for a while.

Well, I hope you had a good break and look forward to forthcoming developments at Highclere

It's looking really good !

I've been watching this build with great interest and although you've had your moments with this project, the way in which you have persevered (without resorting to getting another set of etches)has been great to watch. I'm looking forward to seeing it with the motor unit in - the difference between this and Farish equivalent is quite impressive - keep it coming please...

Two things Missy ;

100% admire your fortitude

No your posts are far from boring - actually an inspiration

Take your time and get her right

Thanks Guys

Its good to know there are people still interested!

The filler on the roof shows how far back I had to cut the roof to get the shape right.

Any thoughts on how you're going to glaze the windows?

 

Andy

Thats a good question, I dont think I will be able to get a bit of plastic sheet behind the front windows anymore unless I cut them to the same size as the frame. I guess another option would be to use that liquid stuff?

Missy

I have struggled to get the liquid systems to work on anything larger than a few square millimetres - it's ok for brake van duckets, spectacle glasses on locos, etc, but usually a disaster on anything larger.

The glazing stuff that the 2mm Shop 4 sells (cobex) is very thin and flexible - it would probably be easier to file individual windows from a more rigid plastic as Mark suggests. I know 4mm guys use cd jewel cases, but this might be a bit thick for 2mm scale. Perhaps you get something laser-cut for the side windows including all the diddy toplight/ventilator panes of glass?

Andy

I've enjoyed reading these too - please keep posting progress. 2FS seems to be a combination of at least two scary things - brass and tininess - so seeing how it can be done is both instructive and inspirational.