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  1. Thanks for the update Fran. Has the same fate befallen the Manor class as well? Cheers!
  2. If anyone is interested I’ve just been able to buy one on the website. Don’t know if there have been a few cancellations or if they’ve released another batch….
  3. Thanks Philip, what does it say on the website if you’re a collectors club member? Still in stock?
  4. Has this definitely sold out or is it just ‘unavailable’ because I’m not a member? Quite fancy the loco but not going to join the club unless it’s still available….cheers
  5. November 2005. Tempus fugit! I've got a copy if you want it? Wife says I've kept far to many back issues anyway....
  6. This is all fab information everyone, thanks a lot. I'm working on a new plan, and am going to get a specific book or two. Phil - of course its okay to post your idea in this thread, the more ideas the better!
  7. Yeah I know, I guess I just want to play with my trains! Thanks everyone for your input, I think I am going to be a bit more creative and practical with the plan, hopefully one of the OS maps will provide inspiration. Cheers Alex
  8. Thanks David. I've been away from the hobby for so long that I'd forgotten about so many suppliers!
  9. Am I right in thinking that when the Light Pacifics were rebuilt the wheels were kept the same apart from the addition of balance weights on the drivers? Therefore if I purchase the trailing pony assembly for an original form Light pacific (x9000) and use the wheel from that it should be accurate shouldn't it?
  10. Hi, I'm planning a small MPD layout in OO. 2m x 0.45m (6.5ft x 1.5ft) is the space I have to play with and would really appreciate the input of the community as this would be my first proper layout. This plan is heavily based on the Peco locoshed scheme layout. I basically want to practice my modelling skills and have somewhere to show my engines rather than them be in a (albeit very nice) display case all the time. I would like to be able to have a scheme that enables accurate operations, but would really like to include a turntable as pictured. So my main question is: Does this layout even work? And also: Have I got the positions of coal and water stations correct? Where would the ashpits go, and how many? Would each road in the shed have an inspection pit? Many thanks Alex
  11. Hi, I purchased a Hornby rebuilt Battle of Britian loco from eBay. It is in tip top condition but missing the flanged pony wheel to replace the unflanged one attached to the loco. As it is not listed as a spare part I can’t get it as a spare from Hornby or the other usual outlets (Peter’s etc) so was wondering if anyone had a spare lying around? Obviously I will remunerate my saviour for its value plus P&P etc. Many thanks
  12. Sorry to hear you have had some bother with the kings. My 6025 is a truly wonderful runner, although I have had a couple of locos (not kings) from big H that have required remedial action prior to running well. It just seems very hit and miss - although in your case surely beyond the balance or probability.
  13. Better still, don't deplete it and keep the U235 and it will form the basis for the next generation of live steam models. Just add water....
  14. Some S/H prices are daft, but there are good deals to be had. I certainly don't understand their algorithm for second hand pricing though. Whatever A/B means I have been able to pick up King Henry III (A/B) for an excellent price. That's crimbo sorted then. Maybe it means absolute bargain??
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