Tony Cane

I have been asked to confirm that the the WD model is correct. The locomotive in question did not have rear sandboxes. (CJL) Hi Chris Thanks for the response. I believe that I have sufficient evidence to refute that statement. The RCTS history on these locomotives has pictures of ex70273 running as DSB6 in Denmark, in 1965,and ex70272 as AD601 at Bicester in 1979, both with rear sand boxes. The locomotive Basra was, before renumbering and naming number 70270, and correctly modelled with rear sand boxes. As to 70271, this was an unlucky locomotive. It was involved in a fatal head on collision on the Longmoor Military Railway in 1956. While it should have been renumbered by then no number was actually carried. Photographs of the aftermath of the accident show that rear sand boxes were fitted. What I would like is for it to be possible to obtain a pair of rear sand boxes, preferably in the correct colour, as spare parts, so this omission can be corrected.

Decided to get on and complete this kit based WD 2-10-0 or it would not get built. I have ordered a Gordon, but I need a 2-10-0 in as built condition. The observant will notice that this is a hybrid. Bachmann supplying the tender, cylinders, valve gear and brakes. The remainder is from the DJH kit, except for buffers from Lanarkshire Models. I should get a least 18 months use before one of two scenarios will occur on this model being seen. The first, and very unlikely is the comment “I see you have bought a Clark Works WD”, should my efforts fool them. What is more likely is the phrase used will be “do you know that there is a much better model of that locomotive available”

I have a Triang motor bogie fitted with 14mm coach wheels for sale. PM me if you are interested.

Here are two nearly completed coaches, just need weathering and glazing. The first is a straightforward build of the Slaters kit. The only modifications are the removal of the duckets and the simulation of a couple of replacement doors. This will be use as accommodation for Guards armoured brigade tank crews while their steeds are being transported by rail. The second is a conversion of Triang clerestory coaches to an officers coach used on a super heavy gun battery. No prizes for guessing which gun. The sergeants got a converted six wheel exLCDR coach, and the other ranks had converted ferry vans.

The recent edition of BRM has an article on building this locomotive using the Golden Arrow resin body. By coincidence I have just completed the same build. I have used an etched chassis rather than the Bachmann one. This really just a “warm up” build as Judith Edge kits are soon to release a kit for this class, which I am looking forward to building. Why do I need a further SR diesel shunter? Well I have two heavy railway guns that need moving.

Hi Could you please give further details of the magazine (article?)

According to the three part history of the LMR, Basra was renumbered to WD878 in 1956 and the number changed again to AD601 in 1968.

Here are two screen shots, the date is bout 1950. There are three other wagon with red sheets in this train,all very dirty.

The video Steaming Through Wessex published by Kingfisher has a run past of a goods train in early BR period with at least three wagons with red sheets. I will see if I can get a screenshot and post it here.

You may wish to hold off on ordering one in the WD green as I think there is a minor issue with this version. I have made inquires at Model Rail via Kernow but have not had a reply yet. My model, the picture on the Model Rail web site and even the box art do not have any rear sand boxes. The box art even shows the screw head revealed by the omission. This will be a simple fix by providing a couple of boxes which just plug in

Here is my progress so far on “enhancing” Basra. I have fitted the head lamps, painted various items to match the photographs, toned down the fluorescent red chassis and just had to add the horn trumpet. I think further work is needed on the chassis colour and the body needs some subtle weathering. A couple of oddities came to light while doing this. Firstly all the cosmetic couplings are assembled upside down. The links would be standing up, if fitted, instead of hanging down. Fortunately the hook can be forced round to the correct position. The second is regarding the additional conduit to the front lamp. This is correctly molded to go on the left of the radiator, as you look at the front, but there is an extra hole in the footplate on the right hand side where the conduit would be located. I also have the WD green version but have just realised that it is missing both rear sand boxes. As I have already fitted the head lamps, and as fabricating the boxes is relatively straight forward, I will not be considering a return of this locomotive. I will however make enquiries about spares, but I expect the answer will be no. The reason for mentioning this is in case this is a factory error present on others of this type.

I have a couple of drawings that may be of use. PM me if you would like further details.

Hi I have two un-started Roxey 48ft LSWR coach kits surplus to requirements. Send me a PM if you are interested.

Hi The sheets are printed on card but it is very thin, 3 sheets stacked together are still less than 1mm thick. Send me a PM if you are still interested. Tony

Are any of these of use? The larger sheets are HO scale by Faller, the smaller in N scale by Riko.