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The model is produced using cutting-edge print technology, designed for volume production and currently available from only one facility in the UK. This enables a practically layer-free continuous print, up to a 100 times faster than conventional 3D printing. It does so using a photochemical process to project light through an oxygen-permeable window into a reservoir of UV-curable resin. This results in a material with excellent mechanical properties and capable of capturing fine detail.

One of my rare layout photographs. I almost got the engine in focus. Any excuse for a bit of O4/8 action before handing back to the Pacifics.

A few quick snaps of 2534 taken on my iPhone.

This is a designated railway day, as I forgot to get my name down for today's golf competition in time, and it is now full. I must make a start on redesigning the sequence, but some trains will run as well. Photos first. 61023 has reached journey's end, and is waiting for permission to take the stock down to Nene sidings. Then another of those "I wonder what happens if I plonk the camera down here?" shots. Not too bad, I think.

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A prominent landmark in Kings Cross GY was the roundhouse, originally made for the Midland Railway. This was demolished in 1931, but it has always been in the plan to include it on the layout. It would sit behind the ‘elbow’ on York Way where there is quite an awkward patch of ground. There was never going to be enough room to model it ‘in the round’ and simply painting it onto the back scene would have been challenging. So I made a rough placeholder out of card, approximately painted to see if a silhouette structure would work. The effect was quite encouraging, but the colour saturation was too strong and the perspective would need to be worked out very carefully. A new card silhouette was made that was designed to be both semi-curved, but also painted to represent the cylinders, cones and frusta of this complicated building. Once painted it was fixed to a plywood former, giving a rather alarming shape when viewed from the wrong aspect. The painting is a bit impressionist in style but the shadowing is correct for our lighting. The ground will need to be made up around the sides of the building where the painted perspective kicks in. When viewed side on, the effect is quite distressing. From normal viewing distances the round house merges quite nicely into the haze. There will probably now be scope for representing Top Shed between the roundhouse and the saw tooth roofs of the St Pancras Goods Station, next to the NLR incline. Quite a fun days work. Tim

Back to the Southern today. This time we are on the bridge just south of Polhill Tunnel on various dates in the late 70s. The weather was very dull on all but one of the visits. As I post these I've just realised that I have forgotten to check the destinations of the trains, any corrections are welcome. Polhill Tunnel Class 201 1006 Hastings to Charing Cross Nov 78 C4208.jpg Polhill Tunnel Class 415 5344 Sevenoaks to London - emergency service, line blocked north of Tonbridge March 79 C4355.jpg Polhill Tunnel Class 411 7209 Margate to Charing Cross Nov 79 C4872.jpg Polhill Tunnel Class 415 5159 Sevenoaks to Charing Cross Nov 79 C4871.jpg Polhill Tunnel Class 415 5181 down Nov 79 J6679.jpg David

Despite rumours of my disappearing hair... 1489. And single bolsters.

Yes, for instance, I recall that I was forever coming across LNER vans in pictures of the GW in South Devon. Ah, a communiqué has been issued from Rails of Sheffield's secret hi-tech facility, hidden in a hollowed-out volcano, in Sheffield. However, in the meantime their pre-Grouping product development team are slowly trying to catch up with the latest technological advances ......

Another day and another Hall. This time it's Hall class 4943 Marrington Hall on a short non corridor rake.

A couple more These last two posts where taken on an iPhone 7 which I have now acquired from my daughter.

Goooood moooorninggg aalllll, The sun is brining shightly and all is well in GDB Towers with another fine and sunny day forecast. Yesterday's birthday bash for Steve went well. Very well in fact judging by the lack of food left over and the number of empty bottles and glasses. Later today we're off to a"Renewal of vows" do for our friends Jo and Nick. Nick is the guy who you may remember was nearly killed on holiday last year when a concrete bollard was clouted by a lorry, fell down a hillside and went through the roof of the restaurant they were eating at hitting Nick with a glancing blow on head and shoulder. The "Celebrant" is our other friend Steve whose only qualification for this is that he nearly died from sepsis the previous year and was sitting next to Nick last year so came close again. He is also Nick's best friend and his wife Jane is Nick's cousin. We've known them for years as we've been friends with Steve's parents since all our kids went to school together some forty years ago. I even gave Steve his first job when he left school. It's a formal dress affair so I'll have to see if I can remember how to tie the bow tie properly! The Boss has been banging on about us renewing our vows (its the third such do we've been invited to in recent years) I have refused arguing that as I'm still with her since first meeting over 50 years ago any vows renewed are worthless as I'm unlikely to be able to keep them for the next 50 years! This hasn't gone down too well to be completely honest but I am standing my ground. End of! Have a good one, We who are about to die salute you, Gluteus Maximus.

My car (similarly a two-seater) does not have a traditional glove box. It has a lockable storage bin behind the passenger seat. The registration is stored there. I don't get pulled over very often but when/if I do I have to be very careful to explain what I am doing to retrieve the registration - the passenger seat has to be folded down to access the bin. My console cup-holders are a removable tray. That tray is in the storage bin so I can use the console bin - but it's mostly the automotive equivalent of a junk drawer if I'm honest. I should clean it out. The 12V outlet (cigarette lighter if you will) is between the driver's and passenger's shoulders - below the DVD player that stores the satnav maps. Right now I'm in the market for a smart phone holder. I'm using the smart phone for traffic aware navigation since the integral satnav cannot do that (plus it's old and the maps are out of date). I don't want a magnetic one, or a suction cup one. I might consider one that plugs in to a vent or possibly the passenger-side spring-out cup holder. I hope everyone enjoys their Easter weekend - a normal two-day weekend for the US.

We noticed a strange vertical pocket thingy on the passenger side of the Fiat's transmission tunnel a bit ahead of the gear shift. Various theories were tested (holder for phone, sunglasses, coins) but none of them were possible. Crawled through the manual - not a mention there either. Google to the rescue. Turns out you can unplug the cup holders which are usually behind your elbow and plug one of them into the socket in the tunnel. I also discovered there are storage spaces behind the seats. Apparently a lot of owners never discover them

So.....just what if, the Bala Branch hadn't closed.....what if, the original plan to divert the line around Llyn Celyn had gone ahead.....what if the line had therefore been kept open for Nuclear Traffic to Trawsfynydd..... Do not worry, I've not gone mad!! I've just finished this Class 24 for a client. Apparently 24081 was the last in service and between 1979-1980 she was well turned out (hence I've given the body a real sheen!). I'm really pleased with how she has turned out, and.... she isn't far from home as she appears to have been allocated to North Wales during her latter years. If anyone has more info on her, I'd be very interested to hear more! I've never been really interested in diesels, but my goodness with DCC sound, this SWL has to be one of the finest RTR 4mm models I've had the privilege to work on.

I'm off to wallow in the Attingham hollow........... (Local NT Property)

The sun has got his hat on. FORE! Back later. Cheers Mick

Morning everyone. It's another bright and sunny one here in North Salopshire with the promise of 22 degrees + later on so we're planning on the year's first barbecue for a friend's 65th. Hence, once reacquaintance with Mug O'Coffee has taken place it's off to market for the necessary supplies then unearthing the barbecue, which is somewhere in the junk pile we call a garage. Have a good day/night/somewhere in between depending on where you are, with sympathies for those suffering. Dave

Morning All Been so busy, with 30747 at home as well that I just haven't had much time to post here. "We" decided to paint the outside of the house (at last as high as we could get - we'll get our builder to do the rest). We now have several cans of Sandtex in the garage, as it was three for two in Homebase (the only local stockist). We also have done all the gloss work outside, porch and front and back doors - again, it was Johnstone's to the rescue, as they were able to supply an oil based gloss in just the shade of green that 30747 wanted. I have not managed to get all the posts over the past few days read and rated, but I've done my best, and generic greetings are on offer to all who ail or celebrate. Today, 30747 and her cronies are off somewhere for a lunch - they normally make a bit of a day of it. I'll be off to Lancaster to try to get a bank print, which is sometimes easier said than done with Barclays these days. Then I have been allowed (once the shopping items are collected in various places) to go and look at cars, as ours is now getting to the stage where it will need serious money spending - cambelt, brakes and a service, Car booting tomorrow - yay - the A6 has decided to open for the season tomorrow, so a 5 am start will be indicated to be on the field by six. Regards to All Stewart

Mooring Awl, inner Temple Hare, A reasonable nights sleep of about 6.5hours I've woken with sore shoulders and upper body, and a hint of headache. Not from reaching above shoulder height but the opposite, from moving those blocks.. Yesterdays warmth has caused a mass daffodil extinction, we only had a couple of wilting flowers before, now hundreds have gone. Shortly I'll head to the kitchen for breakfast, pills and a Muggacoffee, then Ben the Border Collie will have his patrol . At 08:00 we're heading to GY for shopping, intending to get most done before the grockles wake up.. Time to.. Lie back and do nothing...

That sums up my life story I could end up seeing cell walls , the car swop is off because Her said it would make thing difficult for her aunt ?????????? !! that statement baffled me enough said, but my last word to her was off. GDB I just hope Her doesn't start that lark while we are in Cuba next month I'll be on the first plane home. My head hurts I'm in need of a dark room.

Just applied for a job with Citreon. I had to put in 2CV's

We’ve added a touch of Midland to CF in the form of the roundhouse, originally made for MR locos, and the St Pancras Goods Depot with it’s saw tooth roof, which used to be visible next to the North London incline, on the way into St P. Top Shed will be represented between these two structures, just need to work out how. There is more info on the CF thread in the RMWeb 2mm section. If anyone is interested, the layout will be running at the MRC’s Open Day next weekend on the 28th April. Tim

Pizza for dinner, which the children loved, of course, and No. 2 son and I have just finished a snifter of Scottish sunshine juice so in a happy mood I wish you all goodnight. Dave

I’ve managed it! Here it is After a few minutes Gone!

Good evening everyone Well the food went down well, WENT being the operative word, all that was left was a few crumbs and a single pork pie, but that was finish d off at tea time, after they’d all gone home. To be honest, I expected more to be left, but then again, the kids are all getting bigger and so is there appetite! However, as is often the case, when we start tidying up, we found that something that had been left here. It transpired that Amelia had left one of her Easter eggs behind. I was going to insert a photo of the cheesecake here, but for some reason it’s telling me that I haven’t got any photos on my iPad to upload, which is a load of bollux! Goodnight all

All planty things planted and watered. Weeds exterminated, back sore. At least I did everything I had planned to do. What do we have tonight? A lower level view of B1 61200. After which one B1 was replaced by another, 61023 on the morning Parliamentary from Doncaster. After my burst of activity I spent some time reclining gently, and had a good look at the Saturday formations for the Main Line. I'd already perused the ECML book, which looked interesting and not too hard to do, but this one is different. Several trains with nine or ten all door Gresleys, some with eight TSOs, either MK1 or Gresley, and even one with seven Thompson SKs. this all seems rather excessive, as well as very expensive, so the project may be quietly shelved.

AN ALL UK PRODUCED MODEL! At the opening of The York Model Railway Show this morning, Rails of Sheffield in partnership with Dapol have announced that they will produce an OO gauge model of the BR (ex-SE&CR) Diagram 1424 Box Van. This is the first product of a planned range of products of exclusive models. Rails is leading the way and innovating for model enthusiasts. These models have been researched, designed and produced solely in the UK. Manufactured using new cutting-edge technologies featuring: • A new, ultra high resolution, super strong aeronautical grade PU with a design life exceeding 25 years. • A build process using the very latest light technology and is infinitely flexible for making all variants. • Low volume production potential for niche, products previously not capable of being produced economically for RTR. Rails aim to fill the need for niche products, which simply would not justify a large production run. As they are produced in limited quantities, these vans are priced slightly higher than mass produced items, however, we feel the price reflects fantastic value for such distinctive models. The price for a single wagon is £27.99 As an introductory offer if you purchase two wagons you will receive a 5% discount. (Introductory offer is valid prior to release of product, is subject to availability and we reserve the right to withdraw, modify, discontinue the offer at any time without prior notice) Initially three liveries will be produced, with two running numbers in each livery. The following models are now available for pre-order; BR (ex-SE&CR) Diagram 1424 Box Van, No. S45374, Southern Railway brown with BR lettering BR (ex-SE&CR) Diagram 1424 Box Van, No. S45382, Southern Railway brown with BR lettering BR (ex-SE&CR) Diagram 1424 Box Van, No. S45358, BR freight stock grey BR (ex-SE&CR) Diagram 1424 Box Van, No. S45427, BR freight stock grey SR (ex-SE&CR) Diagram 1424 Box Van No. 45374, Southern Railway brown, 1936 livery SR (ex-SE&CR) Diagram 1424 Box Van No. 45455, Southern Railway brown, 1936 livery Characteristic in style of earlier covered wagons built by the South Eastern and South Eastern & Chatham Railways, these wagons were built to an increased length of 16 feet during the Wainwright era. Later designated Southern Railway diagram 1424, 110 were built between 1904 and 1908, several examples surviving to British Railways ownership, at least until 1956. The models produced by Rails reflect the later SR and BR condition of the vehicles. A tremendous amount of research and development has been put into this project to ensure accuracy and true replication has been achieved. The vans will be fitted with Alan Gibson finescale twin spoke wheels for further accuracy. Production is in the final stages with these models expected in stock in June 2019. Painted samples are on display this weekend on our stand at York. More information and updates on the projects progress will appear on Rails of Sheffield website. Due to the small production run these models are expected to sell out quickly and pre-ordering is highly recommended to avoid disappointment. For further details please see www.railsofsheffield.com

Good evening/morning/afternoon wherever you are. Last night with free wifi so are making the most of it. Two kids and partners spoken to. Waiting to talk to no 2 son. We didn't go to Watson's bay. The Ayatollahe decreed that there would be less distractions at Manly, so after a good breakfast, to Manly we did go. I must have behaved myself as when we got back, and after lunch was consumed, I was told to beggar off and ride some trains. The Opal card worked a treat. A quick train rkde to Central Station, and what was waiting but this An XPT waiting to set off to Brisbane. It sounded as if it still has the original Valentas. Then iff towards Chatswood over the bridge, then back to keep the peace. En route I had to stop and photograph the new tramlines, honest guv. , Then out for a meal and some very well cooked Kangaroo steaks in a red wine jus. We get the ship at lunchtime tomorrow but I will try and check in now and again over the next 3.5 weeks. Rachel is probably going to have little Emily on or around 2nd May so we may have to buy some extortionate ship board wifi. Regards to all. Jamie

Ey up! Late night last night as we had to have a tincture or two...glenfiddich red label v glenfiddich matured in IPA casks. I preferred the one matured in IPA casks myself. Sun is shining, sh1tehawks and pigeons are making a bit of noise..time for a mugatea Enjoy whatever you do today. Baz

I recently purchased 'new' on a certain auction site the latest R3677 Duchess of Hamilton ... an absolute beauty, except, mine wasn't ... As I'd already done what I shouldn't, and opened to check over, grease / oil if necessary - it certainly wasn't - if anything it was a little over-oiled - and had started fitting detil, the seller 'politely refused to accept a return - also related to my adding extra weight as I normally do ... It was after I had already performed some 'non-destructive' work I finally decided to do what I should have done right at the beginning, and test it. IT SHORTS OUT. I tried several details - plunger positions to pick-up contacts, blade positions, etc. ... - and NOTHING. Separately powered, the motor was fine. I mentioned this - initially a few times - to Hornby - who after some clarifications, sent a work order and instructed to send to them. I removed the pieces of Pb I had added - only held with 2-sided 3M tape, packaged up, and sent off to them. I received a call from them to confirm they had received it. I received a call from the repairs engineer who went through what I had done, and what they had done, and that he 100% agreed with my observations, had removed a little solder here, added a little insulation there, and that it's now perfect. It returned a couple of weeks later - perfect. THANK YOU Hornby. Just thought I'd share my experience with them. Al.

Coaches don’t have any instructions made because it does simply unclip from the chassis, as you were told by Hornby. I’m not sure what the issue is here?

Some years ago someone used my driveway to pull into and let someone past. They managed to demolish my front fence... So I moved a big rock to the corner, which from an old photo is where the rock used to live... The rock has just done it's stuff....

We had a genteel stroll along the old railway line to Hawsker. A steak sandwich accompanied by a pint of Camerons Strong arm was an excellent lunch. Mugadecaf in hand to be followed by some eyelid inspection Baz

Afternoon Awl, Just back from GY, it was quiet when we got there, a variety of books were purchased, some about railways from a second hand bookshop. SWMBO got several about woolley crafts.. We went into the bookshop it was quiet, when we came out it was heaving. I tweaked my leg again, and it was bench sitting time while SWMBO did her troll of the shops . Including buying for me packs of disposable knives muddling for the use of. Ben got 150 doggy chews off the market, though that's several months supply.. While sat in the sun many frightening sights in shorts wobbled past.. Minor food supplies were purchased on the way back.. Ben the border collie is out on his long walk while I sit here with my leg up. Time to finish my coffee before eye inspection is required...

Good morning everyone Once again the sun is shining, so after a bit of a lie-in followed by breakfast in bed I’m sitting in the kitchen with muggertea No2. Once that’s finished I’m off to the workshop. Back later.

I see 81C is living life somewhat dangerously. I do hope he doesn’t end up seeing stars! Hat, coat, door to the left....

Hello your job is cancelled tonight, network rail have asked can you work a pair of 37s through 2 very long tunnels over the Pennines with the job starting 5 mins from your house? erm, let me think! Crewe with 37025 on the rear 37116 leading then I went out to Stockport, changed ends, to chinley, changed ends again and back to hazel grove then changed ends again and over (and under) the Pennines to Sheffield and away to derby RTC to stable, weekend off now, back to the bescot tripper on Monday

Morning All I see 45156 Stewart's wife is 30747 I assume is called Elaine, I can out do that Her is GWR 4040 the daughters are 4048 & 4054 I do have 3 Star class loco's named as such. I've been up sometime Her has not spoken a word to me since yesterday GOOD!!, we are going to Her aunts to see if her car is suitable for us Her has found the Fiesta too small for her fat @rse , her aunt is selling her Focus with the same level of goodies to get a Fiat fart box 500. Spose I'd better get on I will report back later Carm Arket

A similar view was captured by Sheldon Fopp, a Devon artist who was on holiday in the area. Rob.

G'Day Folks

Ladmanlow Sidings, a bit of shunting. and a loco resting: Al.

Good evening ladies and gents, My apologies for being largely absent over recent days and for not having back-read the numerous pages since I last visited. This was supposed to be a warm, sunny Easter with days out taking advantage of the fine weather. Circumstances have changed that somewhat. My sister and brother-in-law stayed on Thursday night having been to some event or another in the centre of Town. We took them to the nearby "Belgian and British Gastropub" trading under the name "Brouge" though better known to locals as The Old Goat and almost outside the Fulwell bus (and erstwhile tram / trolleybus) depot. SWMBO managed the modest walk there and back though put on a brave show feigning pain-free good health. In truth she was in significant discomfort and was suffering mild panic attacks. Friday morning, being a non-working day, we breakfasted at leisure before our guests departed for a mystery tour of a trip home. With no trains through Wimbledon and no direct ones between Victoria and the Sussex coast they opted for a route via Richmond, Clapham and Norwood Junctions and East Croydon. Not what I would have advised but he is an Amex travel agent and there is no arguing with him on some things. SWMBO sat indoors writing but complained of increasing anxiety though recovered enough to suggest I go out for a while during the afternoon. This I did and coincidentally met Neighbour (Upstairs) returning from her Easter break with family in Dorset. Today SWMBO has deteriorated significantly. Complaining of hayfever this morning (not unexpected given the weather and time of year) she then went into panic after panic with one thing driving another to the point where she called 111 and was referred to an out-of-hours doctor. She was advised that "It's only anxiety" (a bit like being told "it's only cancer" to my mind) and to see her own GP on Tuesday with a view to being prescribed suitable medication. So instead of an afternoon out in the sun I have had an afternoon in with SWMBO in a dreadful state of panic, refusing food, asking to go back to the doctor and worried that she was about to cease all functions. We agreed that if she couldn't sleep then we would go to A&E. Currently she is asleep and seems to be sleeping well. The morning might be better. Or not. I have had a long chat with my sister who is quite well up on these things and who was pleased to hear SWMBO is already speaking with a counsellor. It definitely wasn't the night we had intended which was a stroll up to the local and a couple of drinks in as much calm as one can get on a Saturday night. Other than that it's been a lovely day. The blossom is covered in bees and it's beautifully warm. I hope to be able to enjoy some of the same tomorrow but am not holding any breath. Happy Easter to one and all. I'll pop in when I can.

The works forecat has been supervising matters today. Bleat continues to make progress a la mollusc.

Sorry to do this to you Rob, and I really do appreciate your image, but you gave me an idea... Terence Cuneo, from a Norman Lockhart original: Al.

I had lit interiors and platform lighting for my Bakewell layout, which worked very well for photography: Definitely a welcome sight on a wet night! Al.

Since the demise of Dean Goods 2322 there has been a gap in the motive power fleet that serves Little Muddle. But no more, from Oxford Rail comes their Dean Goods 2534 and to prove it's not another one of my photo props here she is on her maiden run to Little Muddle. Other than a spray of Dullcote it is straight out of the box. I do have to say that I think I need to alter the shunting speed setting on the Zimo chip as she seems to be fair belting along the track. She is also the quietest and smoothest loco in my fleet, no doubt due to the brass flywheel!

From my experience, many 'adults' never qualified for the transition from childhood !! Regards, John Isherwood.

Morning all from Estuary-Land. I don't think I will be doing much outside today, the hay fever has kicked in already. Plenty to do indoors when I get a round tuit. Muggatee to be drunk, be back later.