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  1. This stuff strikes me as very interesting - especially the Networker rebuilds.

     

    Having experimented with similar bodyshells in the past, I wouldn't expect them to be particularly easy to join neatly. It doesn't help that the bodysides are very thin (especially near the windows) and shaped in a way which doesn't make it easy to conceal section joins. Even wrapping insulating tape around the outside of bodyshell section joins (and adding PlasticWeld from inside) might not necessarily yield perfect results.

     

    I like what you're trying to do - and I'm hopeful you'll be able to achieve a decent result. I don't think it's going to be quick - I don't think it's going to be easy - but I think you'll get there.

     

    However you go about this, I'm sure you'll be able to come up with something that works (and which you'd be happy with).

     

    I'm looking forward to seeing progress on this stuff - whether this is soon or at a later date.

     

    All the best with your project.

     

     

    Regards,

     

    Huw.

     

    I'll get there eventually :) better to take time with these things usually anyway. I've got both centre cars cut at least, just underframes that are causing the headaches.

     

    Thanks.

  2. The current issue of Rail Express carries an article on a MoD inspired narrow gauge set - http://www.railexpress.co.uk/Current-Issue/

     

    Reviews: OnTracks military set

    Newly released by OnTracks is an exclusive version of the Busch narrow gauge range, this portraying a Ministry of Defence system. Inspired by Eastriggs in Cumbria, the review is accompanied by photos of the site.

     

    Although, the locomotives used at specific sites might to different, it might be a useful resource for wagons, equipment and handling procedures etc..

     

    Yes, I bought the issue for that reason, though mainly for the site photos.

     

    I think the loco could have potential, but not entirely sure without further research/photos etc.

     

    The wagons might have use though.

  3. If you want any excuses for a freight train, aggregates to Angerstein Wharf would go through Woolwich, although most N Kent freight ended up going via Sidcup/Lewisham/Nunhead.

     

    That's certainly one possible freight traffice, as well as engineers traffic I could get away with. Of course engineering work diversions could also be an 'excuse'. But reaslistically it's really only planned to be a passenger stock type feel, but with occasional interesting items (De-Icer, Sandite, Snow Blower, etc).

     

     

    For that harsh winter you'll need a 56 to haul some emus as happened in dire circumstances?

     

    Another loco type to add to the list :)

     

    With regard to diesel locomotives used for stock movements of Networker stock, they would most likely be Old Oak Common based Class 47's.  But during this period the OOC fleet was in a state of transition with Class 50's being phased out of service, and OOC receiving former Stratford Class 47/4's and ex-Scottish Class 47/7's.  This link shows a couple of such views: http://www.semgonline.com/gallery/transvehs.html

     

    eastwestdivide's suggestion for freight is an interesting one, as the Angerstein Wharf as these would be double-headed by Class 33's: http://anthonykay.smugmug.com/TrainsClassbyClass/Class-33/17212420_5Xng99/1485436810_kS8j4rz#!i=1485436810&k=kS8j4rz

     

    During the period in question departmental stock for use as De-Icer and Sandtite workings would commonly be ex 4-Sub motor vehicles: http://www.kentrail.org.uk/margate_gala.htm

    http://www.flickr.com/photos/8050359@N07/4259777915/

     

    The numbers of class 47s produced feels a bit of a minefield lol, I know practically nothing of them, will have to find some books on the subject to learn more, but you've given me a starting point of 47/4s and 47/7s at least.

     

    I was going to order the Rail Exclusive Class 33 for such a purpose (amongst others).

     

    Thanks for the info on the De-Icer and Sandite workings.

  4. Kelly -

     

    by 'foamboard,' do you mean the foam-centred card available in 3-6mm thickness' or the dense urethane foam sold under various tradenames ('Celotex', 'Floormate' etc?)  I've used both (although the first type is on a 2mm layout currently under construction) and I like them both.  The high-density urethane foam is excellent - very stable and (importantly) easily worked for scenics.  It pays to go to a specialist trade outlet (NOT 'Bodge & Queue') - it comes in 75mm thickness but a good outlet will have the ability to 'hotwire' it to a more relevant thickness (I use 12-18mm, but have had it cut down to 5mm (but I had to pay for the wastage - no probs, I used it for scenic work!).

     

    Regs

     

    Ian

     

    Ian,

     

    I mean the 3-10mm card version as available from www.foamboard.co.uk.

     

    Had considered getting hte dense stuff, but only real options round here are B&Q, Wicks etc it seems.

  5. Although I have no experience with foam-board, I think your suggestion for ply siding/top can work well.

     

    It seems to be the consensus that protecting it with thin ply against knocks is worthwhile. As well as to add rigidity to the structure to prevent warping/sagging.

     

    I suspect I'll do sections in something like 2' size and find a way to then store them on top of each other, another reason why removable scenery items will be a good and useful thing to plan into the ideas.

  6. Smashing Blog Kelly, hope all turns out well, keep pluggin' and it'll happen!

     

    Cheers.

     

    No 1 fan,Allan.

     

    Thanks Allan,

     

    My trouble is i have too many creative ideas andnot always the ability (physically due to health) to realise them, so a lot of ideas get thought about and then forgotten about. But something will happen soon :) probably 3rd rail electric, followed by narrow gauge military, then maybe followed by 4th rail :)

  7. I like the concept. Looking forward to further progress.

     

    Thanks :) first order is to look at maps some more and work out lengths needed (minimum 6' length for a 4 car unit i think with fiddle space at each end as well). It'll probably be a slightly curved layout i suspect (the real area is).

     

    Trying to decide on what baseboard materials to use as well. Foamboard or ply. I need to keep it light due to my back, so multiple small modules i think. So maybe foamboard with ply siding/top for warp prevention?

     

    Next is to get Templot and SCRAM up and running and see how I get on with each of them as to what track type i go with (peco 75 or C+L).

  8. For a 1 bedroom flat this could be a possible solution:

    http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/blog/171/entry-12545-study-time/

     

    It will give some thinking how to create a scene, but you can storage a APA box very easily.

     

    Yes I've already given consideration to a APA box layout. Just not gotten round to buying any as yet. I have a few chest of drawers drawer fronts (and bottoms) that could be canabalised into boards i think with a bit of foam on top, and easy enough to store. Just have to find funds to buy track next once move is all sorted out.

  9. I cannot think of a better reason for modelling ANY location!

     

    My dad was actually born in a flat over 'Mansers Eel & pie Shop' round the back of Beresford Square...

     

    Indeed, for me building a layout isn't so much about the trains, etc, it's about the history. So the research can often be of more interest than actually doing any modelling sometimes! though I do also like doing the kit building and the like, though been a while since I last did any! most of my time recently has been spent either moving & prepaing to move or working on my jewellery projects.

     

    The whole SE London/North Kent area in the 40s-70s fascinates me. Though the reason for choosing the 90s is as it's simpler in terms of stock for a starting point and I remember it ;) though putting ability to back date to 30s-80s in the planning of it will be good I think too and hopefully not too difficult to some extent, with a few probable caveats, mainly when the electrification occurred really I think.

  10. I'll watch this with interest - my dad used to work in the Arsenal, My great-greatx3 grandad emigrated from Bristol to work in the Deptford shipyards & was one of the first shipwrights in the Royal Dockyard at Woolwich!  I must have been a great disappointment to his ghost being the first of our family in 300 years NOT to work there (I became a maritime archaeologist instead....)

     

    I used to live near Woolwich Dockyard, and was born in Woolwich. Grew up in Barnehurst/Bexleyheath. My father's side of the family all worked/lived/came from the Deptford area too. So a lot of family history in such a idea for me :)

  11. Some nice photos there Kelly - Will take a look at the Flickr ones later.

     

    Thanks for sharing them...especially for those who couldn't make it to the show.

     

    Hope you start to feel better soon...

     

    Thanks Pete, not bad for a smartphone I feel :) now I know how to use it (only had it about a month) it seems to produce reasonable results, just have to do a bit of exposure/colour temp. adjustments i find and they tend to look ok.

     

    Am mostly recovered, just in time to be wiped out by Ally Pally lol!

     

    Great photos, Kelly. This is a show I've never been to.Thanks for sharing them.CheersDave

     

     

    Thanks :)

     

    Its a great show. Went on Saturday and really liked the 2mm fine scale layouts.

     

    That it is, been going for several years now, with a few years gap till last year. Certainly one of the 'must see' shows on the scene I feel.

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