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  1. Nick Thanks for your comment and I hope it lives up to my expectations too, you always have an idea of want you want it to look like but achieving it is another matter. I will probably extend some of the scenery in places once it is permanent as I always feel it gives it atmosphere, I will just do my best and see what happens. John Yes you are right that is a good book and one of the ones I am working from (I listed the title wrong in my first post - oops). Thanks for commenting and I hope I can capture the feel of it that makes it so attractive. Progress today. I had a bit more time than usual today so got 'stuck in' literally. All the track has now been fixed except for the two shed lines to allow final adjustment when they are built. The final end of the factory line has also been left until I work on that end. The river has also been cut out as far as the road bridge. After doing the final adjustments I couldn't resist taking this shot to see if it matched the one in the book, it just needs the driver and not my temporary branch engine. Which should look like this http://www.disused-s...k/index34.shtml Jim Hi Joseph, just seen your comment come through as I was writing. Yes, I am looking forward to doing the Junction as it will be the main focus of the layout, I've got an awful lot of kits to build as well to get all the stock. It looks as if I'll be busy for many years yet.
  2. Hi John Thanks for that,I was hoping it looked something like it. The two sheds aren't really that close as there is a gap between them, I think the end on photos make it look as if they are touching. Space is not really an issue as it is 11ft long and around 30inches wide, I may have to compare it to pictures in other books I have and adjust before a permanent fix is made. I have seen the book you mention and may buy it as even one extra photo could be useful, I have been tempted a couple of times. Thanks for reminding me. Jim
  3. After following a few threads on here I thought it was about time I made a start. I have yet to replace my garage (old asbestos) which has a distinct lean with a newer workshop (20x10ft) some time next year. In the meantime I have started on the branch terminus as a friend has kindly offered to house it during the destruction and erection of the aforementioned buildings. A brief history of events I first stared this layout (MkI) back in 1978 and got both stations and some buildings in place before changing jobs and of course house causing it to be scrapped in 1984. It was started again in 2003 only to be stopped again the following year for yet another job/house move. I moved with it twice more until taking early retirement to become a carer and downsizing in 2010 when it was scrapped again. So here we are with the final version - I am not moving again. The start As I need all my savings for the new shed I started the layout on some old doors and have got some track laid to the following state so far. I have been comparing the laid track with early photographs to try and get the correct alignment with the original station. Believe me it has been moved and re-pinned several times despite having a grid system to get positions correct to my drawing. I also made a couple of temporary sheds and a platform to help in getting the correct positions. Hopefully I have captured the lay of the tracks well including the sharp curves. Next job is to complete the track laying to what was the old butter factory and cottages beyond the station, then chop out the river. I will leave some of the scenic details until next year when it has a permanent home and I can cover the join. References are from several books including; GWR branch terminus Vol 2 - Paul Karau Branch lines around Tiverton - Middleton Press Culm Valley light Railway - Michael Messenger and of course http://hemyock.org/m...070125171009335 I hope the link works as It is the first time I have tried it! Jim
  4. Hi Jeff I have been following this from the start and I must say the Viaduct is looking good, you must be relieved it is close to be finished. I have been waiting for the track to be laid and am looking forward to how it progresses from there, It's hard to believe it has taken over 500 posts to reach that point though isn't it? I hope to get 'stuck in' on my layout next year when I should get a new garage, in the meantime I shall continue following yours, be inspired and dream. Jim
  5. Hi Nick I will be posting something soon as I have just started to lay some track for Hemyock, I just need to check the alignment against the pictures I have. Progress will probably be slow until I get my new workshop next year, in the meantime I will be inspired by work like yours and have a go. Jim
  6. Hi Nick Great work and a fantastic layout, like others who have commented I think the photoshopped background is very good. I too have just started a GWR branch and need to include a lot of the things you have on yours, if I can achieve anything close to your work I will be more than happy. Some of the things are the timber framing on the station building, short flat topped water tower and the general yard appearance. I shall look forward to more on this. Jim
  7. I have just discovered this thread and I am impressed by what you have done so far. I am going to Kitbash/renovate a lot of my models in the near future and it is good to see some of the techniques used and what the results are. I shall be following this from now on as I am on the site a bit more than I used to be, hopefully I will be happy enough with my efforts to post them too. I look forward to seeing more of your work. Jim
  8. Lovely model. This is one of my favourites too, I have five at the moment (4mm) and am looking to increase that further maybe by some scratchbuilding if necessary. Jim
  9. after banging and cutting the top of my head twice in 4 days on the shed door-frame it now has a padded cushion on it....the door-frame that is :-)

    1. martin_wynne

      martin_wynne

      If you had put it on your head, you would now be safe from all door frames.

    2. aberdare

      aberdare

      True, but I don't want to look any more daft than I do

  10. Hi Julia I am left speechless. Brilliant Jim
  11. After a couple of days at the doctors and Hospital with the Missus my modelling mojo has completely deserted me:-(

  12. Nice to know there are more out there starting again - 28 years for me. Best of luck with your future work after a successful trial run. I'm currently renovating an old K's Dean Single to brush up on my techniques before I start on all my other part or unbuilt kits. Look forward to seeing your work in the future. Jim
  13. Good to know you sorted out the issue. I am looking forward to your progress and some pictures in the future. Jim
  14. Some Indian guy just phoned me to ask for my address details, when I refused he put the the phone down on me. How dare he, I wanted to do that!

    1. beast66606

      beast66606

      Probably from microsoft.in checking your order details.

    2. Captain Kernow

      Captain Kernow

      You could have suggested a swap of personal details?! I bet that would make him put the phone down as well!

    3. Grafarman

      Grafarman

      Tried that with a Philipino girl from BT once...oddly enough got the same response...

  15. Looking forward to York tomorrow with my neighbour Ken Harland, my first visit to a show for almost 10 years.

    1. Worsdell forever

      Worsdell forever

      Say hello to Ken for me!

    2. aberdare

      aberdare

      will do. Old Ken seems to know everyone and I think it is more of a social occasion for him. I am going to introduce to the internet later when we have time.

  16. Great stuff again Mikkel. I find your work and stories so inspirational that I have frantically been making space for my efforts long before I get the new shed to put it in. I just hope I get the time and that my skills match or at least get close to your work. I look forward to the next part eagerly. Jim
  17. has just been reforming a damaged whitemetal kit tender flare with solder, just the final shaping to do in daylight tomorrow.

  18. Ordered a new soldering iron as my 36 year old 'Litesold' finally died.

  19. just been to a local book sale and picked up 40+ railway books for £16.50. Bargain or what? One very happy bunny here:-)))

    1. The Stationmaster

      The Stationmaster

      It's definitely the way to buy books - only problem is all the 'bulk' book lots I see at auction (and there are plenty about) usually don't contain anything I want. But if you're just starting a library it's ideal.

    2. aberdare

      aberdare

      These were all priced at 50p or less if you had a bagfull. Best buy of the day an 1875 edition of the jubilee memorial of the Stockton & Darlington Railway. I got plenty of reference books for less than 50p including RCTS and OPC ones.

  20. Lovely little tale again Mikkel, I look forward to the next part. I particularly liked the shot of the Station Master with all the detail around him. Great work. I wonder if I will ever match it? Jim
  21. A nice little tale Mikkel. Like you I have or am selling some locos that have been part of my life for years and it is sad to see them go. But life moves on and the clear out will focus my attention on what's left. Keep up your good work. Jim
  22. Hi Sorry to hear about your health, as a fellow sufferer I know what it can be like. I have another appointment with the Rheumatologist soon as things had got worse for me. I hope you find the motivation to to get on with you kits and layout building and keep us updated. All the best Jim
  23. first covering of snow for this part of the East Riding today followed by bright sunshine.

    1. Tel2010

      Tel2010

      hard frost here this morn in Brid,sunny now

  24. All the best for you both in 2012. I too had to take early retirement in 2010 to care for my wife (at 55) and even though it was hard to start with we have now adjusted life and enjoy our time together. I hope your retirement is as enjoyable as mine. All the best for Christmas and the New Year. Jim
  25. oops! meant Twig.

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