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Please be advisd of the latest build review for the Signature Kits ICI Hopper Wagon as detailed below:- Signature Kits PHV Hopper (modernimageogauge.co.uk) This has been undertaken by a member of the MIOG Group. It provides a very detailed overview of the build so people can see the work involved in the construction of this kit. Kind regards Iain

I wish Simon a speedy recovery and I hope in the coming months to receive my order when he is able to respond etc.

Can anyone please assist I am looking to design and build an O Gauge layout in a extension to my house. Its in an Orangery measuring 15'6'' x 13' I already have the boards in place around the room based on 11mm ply tops and on 3' x 1" timber frame with shelving underneath for storage. The main control panel will be in the middle of the room with a control panel to cover all operational aspects including power, points and signalling in the future. At this stage I am purely looking for a reasonable design to incorporate the following key themes and aspects:- BR period 1950- 68 preferable MIdland Region An engine shed and locomotive servicing depot with T/T (I have a 70ft turntable to install) A shunting and marshalling yard and smallish good depot for all types of freight traffic The scope for including appropriate back scenes and detailing of the layout operation The ability to have a continuous track tun with say 5'6 radius curves to enable medium freight and passenger trains to operate on a potential single track section if it can be incorporated. I am also open to building upwards to an elevated section in the longer term. I appreciate that this seem's a lot to include in a constrained space and there will in inevitably be compromises along the way but if anybody has any collateral to assist in this process all suggestions would be very welcome and gratefully received. I am new to layout building so it's a voyage of adventure for myself and I reckon a a 5 year time frame for its construction but who knows with this kind of project? Many Thanks Iain Gould

Signature Kits will be present at Guildex at the end of the month we now have two version of the wagon available for viewing and review both weathered and unweathered we have also revised the pricing for the RTR versions and the discounts available for rakes of 8 wagons and above.

Please note that Signature Kits has now revised downwards the price of the RTR version of the model together with an increased discount for those people choosing to purchase rakes of wagons. Please contact us to discuss if interested.

Please note that Signature Kits will be at O Scale North West this coming Saturday with the prototype ICI Hopper Wagon we can be found on the Tower Collections Stand please come and say hello ands examine the real thing.

It’s lovely to read your posts Ian I have a ruck of wagon kits that I need to build so your postings have given me much food for thought. I also love Georges layout postings also. I will miss this Friday at High Lane as I will be in Cornwall but I have much to do to meet your standards. Kind regards Iain

Signature Kits are pleased to announce a new kit to go with both steam and diesel traction that reflects the lime stone traffic from the Peak District Quarries to the ICI works at Northwich. The kit will be offered in both kit form and or ready to run. The kit can be detailed in both the steam era 1946 - 1968 and the diesel era post 1968 to 1992 so it offers the modeller of the modern era of BR plenty of scope. The kits will be complete with all wheels and transfer for the appropriate era chosen by the customer and we offer a weathering service if required as part of the ready to run service being offered. All enquiries to be directed please to either John Firminger Email: john1067@hotmail.co.uk or Iain Gould Email: iain.gould@virginmedia.com Iain Gould Marketing Manager Signature Kits

Folks don't forget this coming Saturday O Scale North West!!!! The North West O Gauge Modellers are pleased to announce their 7th annual show on 27th April 2019. This is held at Leigh sports village. Full details will be provided once these are finalised. Confirmed traders attending: Haywood Railway Amberly Services Omen Minatures Connoisseur Models S.M.T.F J.P.L. Models Helmsman Model Rail Tower Collection Allan Lewis Made in Manchester L Cut Creative Airframed Electrifying Trains Northumbrian Painting S.M.Models Skytrex Ltd Squires Lanky Kits Greenwood Products Metalsmith Ltd Ellis Clark Trains Warren Shephard Ragstone Models Alphagraphix Invertrain Along Classic Lines Powerbond Hobby Holidays Uncommon Kits Todmorden Model Supplies Treemendus Scale Signal Supplies EDM Models Premier Componants NMRS MOIG Buffer Books Buzz Models Demonstrators Confirmed : Ian Rathbone, Nigel Smith, Peter Fitton, John Rawlings, Neil Podbury, Steve Roberts, Ruth Redgwick, Andrew Dowker, Martin Elson Layouts Confirmed : Ash Valley, East midlands Test track, Bassett-Lowke society, Goose Creek, Vale of Melfod light railway, Oldham King Street Parcels, Croft Mill, http://nwogm.org.uk

Hi David I was sorry to hear your sad news please accept my sincere condolences. Kind regards Iain

It looks a lovely kit the 4F is one on my bucket list I have recently bought the MOK Standard 4 Kit via a third party (including Slaters wheels and a ABC and Maxon combo for the motor and gear box) but having looked through the box its appears to be lovely the etches and castings first rate. I will watch you progress with much interest and see how it goes so far it looks very good. The two kits I will procure in the next few months from MOK will be the 4F and the Standard 4 Tank. kind regards Iain

This is to say a big thank you for all those people who attended and supported the show at Leigh on Saturday, also to all the traders who attended, all in all it has been preceived as a very good day for all involved. The Show Committee are taking on board any potential areas for improvement and these will be reflected in the planning for the 2019 event. Many Thanks Iain Gould Scale O North West Show Committe