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    Liddy

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    Hi Liddy,

     

    Well I guess there is no hope for you now you have started to build a 7mm wagon kit :-) You have done a cracking job in weathering those wheels and axle guards.

     

    I find it best to phone Slater's, or better still drop in and chat to them if you are in the area, as they don't seem to check their inbox:-)

    Another source of etched detailing components is  D. Parkins https://www.djparkins.com/product.php?productid=18284 . 

     

    Before I forget thanks for plugging my blog, I'm very pleased that you consider it to be inspirational.

     

    Geoff

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    buffalo

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    Hi Nick,

    I wouldn't worry too much about the steel rusting as I know several modellers who swear by it and not at it like I did ! As I said at the time I think it was some sort of reaction between the steel and DAS modelling clay.

     

    Being a native of nearby Mells but now living in Cheshire I will be keeping my eye on this interesting project and especially your use of Spaceboard .

     

    As for the siphon I think they were covered in MRJ No.6 and 7, if you don't have those issues but would like to see the articles then let me know and I will scan them for you.

     

    Cheers,

    Geoff

    ullypug

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    That works out really well Andrew, I like the way the new bridge blends in with the old. As for the change of levels I find that a really interesting feature. I'm not sure if you need anythng between the two because it has a nice open feeling as it is ?

     

    You were quick off the mark posting a photo of the bubble in situ. as it was only yesterday that I asked, must say she really looks at home emerging from under the bridge in the first photo.

     

    The other changes you have in mind should work out well and I look forward to seeing it all come together.

     

    Geoff

    Mikkel

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    Wonderful work Mikkel, my favourites would have to be the 2-4-0 in the first picture and the autotrailer.

     

    Are you trying to tempt me into back dating Penhydd with all this talk of the Presteign branch ? :)

     

     

    Nick, I haven't been able to identify the reason for the toad used in the Presteign branch train. There are two photos in the Judge book, one dated 1906 and the other 1910, with different loco classes and 4-wheeler diagrams, but both showing this arrangement. I understand that the set was shared with the Eardisely branch, so maybe there was some sort of arrangement in connection to this which called for a goods brake?

     

    This book which has become my bible is a very good history of the railways around Kington and includes many old photos as well as timetables, which might explain the above working ?

    When I have a moment I will have a look to see if there is any mention of the workings that you mention.

    Geoff

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    Dukedog

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    I very much like the way this is panning out Frank, but didn't the original plan have the shed facing the other way with the doors facing the bridge so that any locos had to draw past the point and then set back into the shed ?

     

    One of the things which makes the layout stand out is your lovely buildings and the shed is another fine example. Nothing beats a good scratch built structure for creating atmosphere.

     

    Geoff

    Dukedog

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    Hi Frank,

     

    David C drew my attention to these products only the other week but this is the first time I have seen them planted and they don't look bad at all.

     

    In Barry Normans "Landscape Modelling" book he tells how he creates cabbages and other veg from painted tissue for the leaves and 1mm balls of Milliput for the heads of the plants. Onions are made from Sisal string and the results look really good. Stephen Williams created a whole allotment for his layout using the same methods, mind you I don't know what his state of mind was like when he had finished it !

    If you have time on your hands and want to save a few bob then perhaps it's worth trying to do your own ?

     

    Cheers,

    Geoff

    Dukedog

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    Hi Frank,

     

    Welcome to the world of blogs, I was just about to reply to your intro. when I caught sight of your entry here.

     

    The brake van looks really good but I hope nothing else goes up in smoke at Pen-Y-Bont ? A smoke unit placed under the baseboard would give a nice effect at exhibitions or have you already done that ?

     

    Could I suggest you post some news of the new extension and some more views of the loco shed as I am sure an update would be welcome.

     

    Looking forward to seeing more of your work soon,

     

    Cheers,

     

    Geoff.

    Barry Ten

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    Thanks for the link Barry, whilst I had seen the laser glaze mentioned in MRJ somehow I missed it here on the forum.

    Seeing as my autocoach has been on and off the workbench for over 12 months I think I can wait a little longer for better quality glazing.

     

    When you replace the Railcar roof vents just shave a little material away at a time. Eventually as you near the roof a cross will appear forming an ideal centre mark for drilling holes for your castings. Once the holes are drilled then file everything smooth and fit your new vents.

     

    I have attached a link so you can see my own model (Fifth photo down ) with new vents and if you look closely at the rear bogie you will see the carden shaft only drives onto the inner axle.

     

    http://thechroniclesofpenhydd.blogspot.com/2011/03/penhydd-in-pictures-pt-2.html

     

    Geoff

    Barry Ten

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    You have created a really lovely scene there, the overgrown track leading up to the simple crossing is rarely modelled and yet was such a common feature.

    It is also nice to see a black 14XX with crimson trailer which makes such a refreshing change from the usual choice of green and chocolate and cream.

    I have been refurbishing my own autocoach and was going to refit the flushglazing this week but reading your comment about laser glaze becoming available I think I will put the project on hold again !

     

    The Railcar also looks the part in crimson and cream.....lovely.

    It is a simple job to improve the Lima model further by replacing the roof vents with cast ones from the Comet range. When I posted photos of my own model it was pointed out to me that in BR days the carden shaft between the axles was removed just leaving the drive on the inner axle.

     

    Don't get me wrong as I am not a rivet counter trying to find fault but just mentioned those two points out of interest.

     

    Cheers,

    Geoff

     

     

    ullypug

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    Hi Andrew,

    Your update has been well worth the wait and I think your modifications are a brilliant idea. I can just imagine your 122 idling away waiting for departure time.

    The use of concrete platform edges is a nice touch and works well with the stonework of the other buildings. I rather like the bridge and the use of the Kibri sheets is interesting, I think I might well try them when the bridge at Penhydd is rebuilt.

     

    Cheers,

    Geoff

    ullypug

    Posted

    Hi Andrew,

     

    I have been following progress on your Bubble car for a while now and must say the end result looks superb. There is something about these single car units and I think they look most attractive in green with speed whiskers .

    When I set about improving my own Hornby model I came very close to modifying it to a 122 and now wish I had done so.

     

    The 02 is also a lovely model and I could easily be tempted to build a model based on the Withered Arm.

     

    Cheers,

    Geoff.

    Mikkel

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    Hi Geoff, the Tanet Branch was actually why I bought this loco secondhand originally, as I really fancied doing something based on that branch. I especially like the rather simple buildings/structures! It's still at the back of my mind, but as the Farthing layouts are supposed to be a series of several "minis" and all based on Wiltshire, it looks like i will be a while before I can "go Welsh" (especially at current modelling pace!).

     

    Sounds like you didn't get to do the Dinas Mawddwy layout?

     

    No Mikkel I got tempted to pastures new and built a small layout based on Fairford as a first venture into the world of EM :rolleyes:

     

    Geoff

    Mikkel

    Posted

    Hi Mikkel,

    You have some interesting models there.

     

    As for the Cambrian 2-4-0T it looks to be a lovely little engine and if you ever fancied another micro. layout then how about the Tanet Branch as she would really be at home in such a location ?

    I had one of the original GEM kits many years ago with a view to modelling Dinas Mawddwy as per the plan which appeared in the Railway Modeller a long time ago.

     

    Geoff

    Mikkel

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    Hi Mikkel,

    I thought you had been quiet and now I know why, what a superb piece of work.

    As for the brick being whitewashed, I have also come across photo's which suggest that. I have also come across what appears to be a two tone effect, dark and light stone perhaps ?

     

    What always strikes me with your modelling are the superb fiqures and the way you use them, I will be studying your ideas closely when I populate my own layout.

     

    Geoff

     

     

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    -missy-

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    Amazing detail Julia, I gave up doing a 4mm padlock for my goods shed as it was driving me crazy !

    The new hut with it's engraved brickwork looks really good and sits so well with the signal box. The whole scene is coming along nicely and is blending together well with that lovely backscene.

     

    The Pannier with all the daylight under the boiler is also a lovely piece of work. Have you thought of working your magic on a Peco Collet Goods to go with it ?

     

    Best Wishes,

    Geoff

    Dave Holt

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    Hello Dave,

    I have been following your excellent thread with interest as it is a superb piece of modelling.

     

    On the subject of coupling electro magnets have you considered those available from MSE ?

    The core is 5mm diam. and the coil is 12v, I have used them for my S & W couplings for some years using an electric pencil to fire them.

    I would imagine they would be ok for your AJ's, perhaps Major Clanger of this forum who markets them could advise on that score ? They are of course a more expensive option than making your own from nails and winding your own coils.

     

    Cheers,

    Geoff

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