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Local paper said reason was budget.

Many thanks Rob. Regarding the chap with questions about the early Sentinel we missed each other on about three/four occasions but eventually did catch up and I was even able answer his questions and point him in the right direction. Cheers Paul

Following a kind invitation from Chris Challis, Ruyton made an appearance at Railwells over the last weekend. Apart from a couple of tiny niggles which were soon sorted (albeit one I will have to revisit) I was really happy with how it operated. Very grateful for the many kind comments that were made and thanks to my friend Ash who kindly provided transport and invaluable operator help.

Very easy, literally a straight swop. I used Exactoscale wheels/axles and only work was to gently scape the brakes for free running. (actually with the bearings the wagons are very free running!) The brakes lined up a treat. As mentioned the couplings and pockets are easily removed. The model does seem reasonably weighty but I will add some more as well as some better coupling hooks and some 3 links before weathering. See piccy a few posts above. Regards Paul

A lovely and well detailed model. Very easily converted to p4. Just replace the wheels/axles and job done. Brakes line up wonderfully and just need a slight scrape with a scalpel to enable very free running curtesy of the metal bearings. Regards Paul

Yes pair of tweezers and correct. They seem to be clip fit! Cheers Paul

Overall very nice but being (probably overly) critical the seams on the tank and bunker are disappointing and quite obvious. Cab rain strips are straight where I think they should be slightly curved. The bunker steps were askew and have been straightened. Also for the price etched number plates would have been nice. Paul

1649 arrived a few days ago. Paul

Interesting. I placed an order last Friday which was acknowledged and processed. Just received an order to say 1649 has been dispatched and is on its way. I’m impressed! Paul

Hi Bill, Looking good, will they be available separately? Also......I recall on your old website a plan to produce a Highland Brake van, is this still a plan? Thanks Paul

I have several of the Highland wagons which are very nice. Used Gibson waisted bearings and P4 wheels which made the W-irons and axle boxes splay out which meant the springing system for me was a fail. In the end I built them rigid and being short wheel base and with a bit of weight they work fine. Might be something to consider though Bill.

Try Lochgorm Kits. The website isn’t up and running but you can email enquiries@lochgormkits.co.uk Paul

Plans were approved in 1936 with work completed a year later. There had been two previous proposals just before the first war and early 1920’s. Paul B

Hi, In Paris head to Rue de Douai where there were four shops within about 100m. Nearby at 70 rue d'Amsterdam is Au Pullman (http://www.aupullman.com/). Have fun! Paul