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  1. Hi, Been doing some wiring today to ensure DC running is smooth along the main running lines. I’m also trying to iron out some track issues which are bugging me. Couple of sections next to the bridge area need relaying too. Then it’s on to the other two running lines and then a good coat of primer across the whole lot before painting and weathering. Then it’s on to ballasting which I don’t like doing but I need to make sure I take my time and add the ballast in sections so it’s neat and to the top of the sleepers. Will update again soon! Best regards, Jeremy
  2. Thank you. My first control car was really bad, glue between the chassis and body, the white of the front cab side area very dull compared to the rest of the coach and the paint finish was awful. Strange because the rest of the coaches are spot on. Worth looking out for a set though. Best regards, Jeremy
  3. Evening all, I mentioned doing this video a few months back so finally here is my review of the Hobbytrain IC2020 coaches. Hope you all enjoy. Best regards, Jeremy
  4. Cheers! Link here if you would like one https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1309892492/funny-train-t-shirt-just-one-more-train
  5. Hi Peter, Thank you for your comments regarding DCC. I am convinced DC is the way forward for me and it’s nice to have the back up of fellow modellers who also feel I’m doing the right thing. The long trains do make some noise on the rails and this is the case in the prototype, especially at speed. There is an imaginary off scene station just beyond what will be the scenic break at the depot end of the layout so the passenger trains will be slowing/accelerating away to and from the station. The freight trains will be gliding through however so they will be running slightly quicker. Something I’ve noticed with my latest re620’s from Hobbytrain is that the lights are quite bright, even at slow speeds so this helps a bit with that. Hobbytrain IC2020 review video queued on YouTube for Saturday morning. Best regards, Jeremy
  6. Fantastic modelling as always Peter. Best regards, Jeremy
  7. Hi Michael, I’m not sure the Kato/Hobbytrain come with front skirt infills. I have a selection of them in re460 and re465 format, both old and new, and none come with additional parts. I think it’s just a Fleischmann thing which I do really like. Best regards, Jeremy
  8. Evening all, A bit of progress with the next building. I actually put most of this together quite some time ago but have never got around to fitting these parts together. It’s based on the ABB building at Baden in Switzerland. Plenty to do still but it’s nice to now get an idea of how it might look. It will sit at the front of the layout just after where the bridge is located. Best regards, Jeremy
  9. Hi Keith, Thanks for your useful comments. I'm much happier wiring the layout than fiddling about with complex decoders. You are right, they are getting more complex these days and to be honest, I just want to run trains and enjoy the layout. The layout was designed to watch near on scale length trains running through an industrial scene so I don't really have the need for DCC operation. The shed will work just fine with isolated sections and I'll be able to run trains around the shed area without too many problems as it will have its own controller just for that, the freight sidings and the postal depot area. The main running lines will have a controller each too. The other reason is that my kids like to get involved so if I can hand them a controller each and let them run some trains around the layout they are happy too. Not sure they will want to learn DCC control just yet! Best regards, Jeremy
  10. Hi Graham, Well spotted, its my Revolution Trains 321 with the most awful coupling system that loves to make the bogies derail on the corners, but only when it runs in one particular direction. The model itself is brilliant though and the detailing is lovely. You may see my part finished NSE liveried 317 running again soon... watch this space. I may have a BR trains running session in the not too distant future, just for fun! Best regards, Jeremy
  11. Hi Keith, Many thanks for your reply and useful comments. I think I will go with bought track and as you say, some neat ballasting and weathered rails will make all the difference. I'm 100% going to go DC, the shed area will be challenging but I think the isolated sections will all be worthwhile. The Taurus's do sound good but I'm still not convinced that in N gauge electric locos sound good. The new building is on the workbench this afternoon and will feature in my next update. Best regards, Jeremy
  12. Hi everyone, Just thought I's post a couple of photos of the ETR set and also the restaurant coach which has a particularly nice and well applied livery. Also, here is my latest video layout update with some video of the full 7 car ETR set running. Have a good evening. Best regards, Jeremy
  13. Morning all, Finally had delivery of the 3 additional carriages to complete my ETR610 set! Will give it a whirl around the layout at the weekend! Best regards, Jeremy
  14. Hobbytrain have certainly announced some great items. Better get saving now!
  15. Yep, sounds about right! I sent mine back for most of those reasons. Poor paint finish quality, cab looked like it had been badly glued together, had a lean on it which looked awful on straight sections. My replacement that came was much better though. I'll be doing a video soon on these vehicles on my YouTube channel. I have other gripes with these too! Best regards, Jeremy
  16. My apologies, I’m getting my Keith’s mixed up. I’ll look forward to hearing more on your plans and sorry to hear you have had some damp issues. The structures are certainly starting to appear and one in particular, which I’m not sure if I’ve mentioned in my videos, will be one located at the front of the layout as the tracks swing back out to the outside of the board. I’ll add something on this one in my next video update. Best regards, Jeremy
  17. Thanks Keith. The layouts were certainly rather good. I’m getting some modelling in now which is nice and part way through building the first of many hand built turnouts. I’ve also built another of the mock up buildings which is bringing a more clearer vision as to how things will ultimately look on the layout. Hope all is well with you. Looking forward to seeing more videos of your layout! Best regards, Jeremy
  18. Oh certainly was! The Swiss layouts were really good and were certainly attracting the crowds. Hope there will be a good turnout again this year. Best regards, Jeremy
  19. Hey everyone, First of all, wishing you all a very Happy New Year! Below is a short video which I took at the Warley Model railway Exhibition at the NEC in November last year showing a selection of the Swiss layouts on offer. Best regards, Jeremy
  20. Fabulous work David! Best regards, Jeremy
  21. I think Revolution Trains are going to produce an Electrostar in N. Not sure if they are doing a 00 gauge version though.
  22. To add one more item to my wish list would be a BLS ABDe 4/8. I think this would make a great model. Best regards, Jeremy
  23. Fabulous photo Gordon! Thank you for sharing. Best regards, Jeremy
  24. Roco do an Re4/4 iv in N gauge. I have one in the all over grey livery which is part of a set with three coaches. I’m sure they did the other two liveries as well as I’ve seen them come up now and then on eBay. Best regards, Jeremy
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