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Motive Power for Juniper Hill-A micro layout based around a Northamptonshire ironstone quarry line

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Evening,

 

After my 009 diversional therapy (see previous entry) I thought I better get back to the micro-layout I'm building called Juniper Hill (JH) which is based on the ironstone quarry lines of Northamptonshire around Kettering/Corby.

 

I really need to get in the garage and start the track laying and wiring. Once this is done I can at least start playing trains :)

 

However, there were a few bits on the workbench to finish including these two locos that will form part of the motive power. I'm tempted to get a Hattons/Heljan ex BR Class 14 in BSC ownership as well. I've seen some nice shots of these locos running around Corby in the 1970's and the shed at Gretton Brook looks interesting.

 

Here's a link with a few photos of Class 14's in that area:

 

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These two locos I'm building do not represent any protype's as such and are based on the motive power that worked the quarry lines. They also carry names which were carried by locomotives in real life.

 

First up is an Hunslet design which began life as a Hornby J94 in private owner livery. I've made a few alterations basing the look on the RSH built locos that worked around Corby.

 

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I've added headlights made from Cambrian wagon kit sprue, opened the cab roof vent and replaced it with one cut from sheet brass. I'm waiting on a new set of buffer beams to come from RT Models then these will be added along with a set of Comet BR buffers.

 

I've sprayed this loco in the style carried by the RSH designs using Tamiya acrylics. I've preshaded the panel lines before spraying the green on which I think worked well. Masked off the lining with Tamiya tape before spraying. At present I've sprayed 'Klear' over the loco to provide a nice sheen prior to weathering.

 

Narrow Planet provided the custom nameplates-this loco being called 'Cranford'. I'm just waiting on the Hunslet builders plate to come when the next batch of etching is complete.

 

Next up is a Model Rail Sentinel. This started life as one of the GSR of Ireland versions. I thought this would be the easiest to strip off the numbers/crests etc as it only has a small number on each side and on the buffer beams.

 

I've put new handrails on it in the style of Chris Nevard's take on his Sentinel. I didn't alter the moulded coal though and have left this and will put real coal in once finished.

 

This Irish version didn't come with a whistle so I found an Hornby one in my spares box which as been fitted.

 

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I finished this loco as above with custom nameplates from Narrow Planet once again. This Sentinel carries the name 'Twyell'

 

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Obviously this loco is loosely based on 'Isebrook' that worked at Thomas E Gray's in Burton Latimer and is now preserved at Quainton Road.

 

There are a few bits to do on these two locos and I will post an update soon when finished.

 

Now where's that soldering iron and the track cutters?!! :D

 

Cheers,

 

Mark

 

I think the driver of the Sentinel must have fish paste sarnies because there's a few cats around! :O

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Cheers James. She's coming along nicely. Good runner too if a little noisy.

 

If you look at the RT Models site you can go to town on these J94's.

 

 

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Lovely stuff Mark...

 

I see you still keep finding distractions to avoid starting the wiring :D

 

And I guess the Teddy Bear will be the next one to hit the workbench!

 

Staying tuned...

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I see you still keep finding distractions to avoid starting the wiring :D

 

You know me too well! :D Really must get on with it! Once it's done it should be plain sailing.

 

 

Lovely stuff Mark...

 

 

Thanks Pete. Really enjoyed modelling these two. Something about freestyle modelling and no particular prototype. You can use your imagination.;)

 

I also like the finish of them too. There's a nice lustre-until they get weathered of course.

 

 

And I guess the Teddy Bear will be the next one to hit the workbench!

 

Not yet. :) Perhaps in the next month or so.

 

Cheers,

 

Mark

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A nice pair of locos Mark. You certainly seem to get your skates on with turning locos out, so I guess we can expect the class 14 by lunch time?

 

Regards, Andy

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A nice pair of locos Mark. You certainly seem to get your skates on with turning locos out...

 

Thanks Andy,

 

Yes I do enjoy the modelling locos and rolling stock. :D Although as Pete says it's not getting the wiring done. :O

 

.....so I guess we can expect the class 14 by lunch time?

 

Regards, Andy

 

Would be nice and I'm tempted to order one. Don't encourage me :)

 

Cheers,

 

Mark

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halfwit

Some lovely weathering on those two locos.

 

Its worth spending a bit of time refining the pipework on the Dapol/Hornby Austerity, I've done that to mine and it does improve the model that little bit more. Alternatively there's the RT Models replacement pipework.

 

Paul.

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Some lovely weathering on those two locos.

 

Its worth spending a bit of time refining the pipework on the Dapol/Hornby Austerity, I've done that to mine and it does improve the model that little bit more. Alternatively there's the RT Models replacement pipework.

 

Paul.

 

 

Hi Paul,

 

Thanks for your comments. Yes, I'm pleased with the weathering on these two though just need to finish weathering the Austerity.

 

I've fitted the RT Models buffer beams which are a vast improvement,

 

I agree with you on the injector pipework totally. Perhaps I should revisit RT Models website and order some new ones or modify them as per your bash. One thing is for sure. I need a Stones Turbo Generator from RT Models because of fitting the lights.

 

Cheers,

 

Mark

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Mark, modifying the existing pipework would cost nothing and if it goes wrong or you're not happy with the result then you could fit the RT Models cast pipework. Chris Nevard modified the moulded pipework on his to good effect, see his blog entry.

 

I've got a set of RT Models bufferbeams for mine, still unfitted as that particular project has stalled for now. I've been collecting parts for a couple more Austerities, I've got a couple of the Airfix kits awaiting attention. Robert (RT Models) is a big Austerity enthusiast, hence the wide range of parts that he's produced.

 

Paul.

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Hi Paul,

 

Just read Chris's take on his handywork based on your model.

 

Totally agree-Very effective and now I will have to have a go!!!!! :)

 

Thought Robert might like an Austerity! :D

 

Cheers,

 

Mark

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