steve1

No intention of ever building an "ultimate" layout. I'm a serial layout builder with multiple interests when it comes to prototypes. steve

There can be another modest bonus with using 3 links. A rake of wagons fitted with them when buffered up takes up less room than ones with t/locks or other automatic couplings. Therefore you may be able to get more wagons into a given siding or, possibly more important, headshunt. steve.

See you there! steve

See here --> http://www.gaugemaster.com/controls.html steve

I think you're right. And you're right about the price too! steve

I am sure I remember seeing mention in a modelling mag (American?) about a tool for cutting 90deg corners. I've done a search but can only find a heavy duty version that would be overkill for modelling purposes. Does anyone know of a modelling version? Thanks steve

Well, I didn't actually finish the boxfile layout as you can see. However, I did enjoy the miniature version of The Model Railway challenge and thanks to Nick for allowing it to take place. I hope the raffle winner enjoys his prize. I won't als like to thank the stewards for their help during the day with coffee supplies ad bin duty! I didn't get much chance to get a close look at the layouts, but from what I saw they were top notch. steve

Boxfile-layout-to-be and associated material loaded up ready. steve

A new use for Pocklington Station http://www.platformfestival.net/ Contains phtos of the station too. steve

It's not difficult to tell you have milmod experience, just by looking at the weathering. Excellent work and I will keep an eye on this one. Maybe you should be doing the boxfile demo at the Midland Small Layout show on Saturday instead of me! steve

I had the same. I suspect the contract has expired and not been renewed. steve

First run out at Bridlington show. Long way to go still but pleased with how it ran at the show. steve

You should worry Mogtrains. I'm building the layout at the show! steve

There's this too https://www.walthers.com/street-track-insert-set-kit steve

I've just got one of these to try out for Rectory Farm Sidings. Plugging it in and switching on to see if it worked and seems to be just right for the job. steve