Steadfast Posted September 28, 2018 Share Posted September 28, 2018 More top notch modelling Tom! Whereabouts did you find the etched treadplate? Looks a very useful item to have in stock Jo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted September 28, 2018 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted September 28, 2018 Thanks Jo. The Treadplate is by BLMA (Product No. 250) but the shop I ordered it from is out of stock at the moment. Tom. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steadfast Posted September 29, 2018 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Thanks for that Tom, gives me a code to search online with! Jo 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted October 1, 2018 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted October 1, 2018 Hi all. Adding a little bit of detail adding to the wheel drop. The ladder is Ratio, with some fine wire for supports. The low platform in this area has also been added. Tom. 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atso Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Incredible Tom, the attention to detail is brilliant! Will you be doing the arches over the windows as well? I'm sure that the prototype was longer last time I saw it though... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted October 1, 2018 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted October 1, 2018 Thanks Steve. I will, also the bricks around the vent & across the top of the doorway. I just need to find a method I’m happy with first! Tom. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi_Ed Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 Hello Tom, Really enjoy seeing your project develop.I am very curious about the 3D printed Palvan. I've been in doubt of getting a few of these for a while, but according to the description on Shapeways, they are 1:148 (continental N-scale) and I am a bit worried that they look odd.How do you think they compare to 1:160 vans? I'd love to see a photo if at all possible of two vans together. Happy modelling! Ed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Ian Morgan Posted October 11, 2018 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 11, 2018 1:148 is British N scale (2 and a bit mm to the foot). 1:160 is the European and American scale, which makes 9mm gauge much nearer correct than British N. For British N scale, the gauge should be nearer 9.7mm. 2mmFS is 1:152 (exactly 2mm to the foot) with a gauge of 9.42mm which is correct for the scale. Japanese N scale is 1:150, but that is because most Japanese railways are narrow gauge, so it results in things being more in proportion. It is a compromise, though, as both narrow and standard gauge models use the same 9mm gauge track. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted October 11, 2018 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted October 11, 2018 Hello Tom, Really enjoy seeing your project develop. I am very curious about the 3D printed Palvan. I've been in doubt of getting a few of these for a while, but according to the description on Shapeways, they are 1:148 (continental N-scale) and I am a bit worried that they look odd. How do you think they compare to 1:160 vans? I'd love to see a photo if at all possible of two vans together. Happy modelling! Ed Hi Ed. Ian has described the scales perfectly above. I would imagine if you are running 2mm finescale stock with the N Gauge Palvans they might look a little on the tubby side, but I’d you have a mix of re-wheeled ready to run wagons & kit built then the slight difference in scale probably wouldn’t be noticeable. Tom. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi_Ed Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 Seems like I've muddled up my scales.. I know perfectly well that 1:148 is British N-scale, for some reason seeing that the 3D prints come from Holland I assumes that it was the continental scale. That's great news (not that I am going mad and mixing things up, but the other part!)! This one is definitely on my wish list again! I don't model in 2mm finescale, just N gauge with mainly RTR. I don't think I have the skill (yet) to become a 2mm purist! Thanks for your replies! Ed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post TomE Posted January 21, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted January 21, 2020 (edited) Blimey, has it really been so long since I updated this thread Well, I'm pleased to be able to say that the layout is now finished............. Just kidding........... Unfortunalty progress on the layout during last year pretty much ground to a halt for various reasons, however some modelling has taken place. This has mainly been fitting sound to the loco fleet, and repainting a second rake of MK.1s into the standard MHR green. I've also been learning how to use Fusion360 in order to use the Anycubic Photon. This amazing little 3D printer will be used to produce various items for the layout, including the water tank atop the embankment, pillars for the footbridge and a few items of rolling stock such as the Palvans and Mk.1 Griddle. Some of these projects are already underway and I'll post a few updates here over the coming weeks. This past weekend, Ropley was on show at the excellent Canterbury exhibition. This was the first time the layout has been up in it's full form since Uckfield 2017 and much to my surprise there were only one or two minor niggles. Seeing the layout running and operating the sound fitted stock has given me a much needed enthusiasm boost! Below are a couple of videos taken at the event: Not the best sound quality in the open hall but it gives some idea! Anyway, hopefully there'll be a bit more activity here over the coming weeks! Cheers, Tom. Edited January 21, 2020 by TomE 26 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post TomE Posted January 27, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted January 27, 2020 (edited) I’d never intended to add working lights to the layout, but there is something appealing about night time running! After the layout visited a small exhibition a couple of years ago I managed to catch one of the previous yard lights with the dust cover, so this has been remade and a third has been built over the last couple of evenings. The STD 5 has also had firebox glow added. A bit of a gimmick perhaps but it kept the kids happy at Canterbury (and a few adults!) Cheers, Tom. Edited January 27, 2020 by TomE 20 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidMcKenzie Posted January 27, 2020 Share Posted January 27, 2020 Each one of your posts bring backs some brilliant childhood memories of time at Ropley and a poster I had of Swanage on my wall. Brilliant modelling, thanks for posting the latest photos and videos. All the best, Dave 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted January 27, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted January 27, 2020 Thanks Dave! So long as people can recognise the location I'm doing something right Tom. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamespetts Posted January 28, 2020 Share Posted January 28, 2020 That is excellent track. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
richbrummitt Posted January 28, 2020 Share Posted January 28, 2020 The overall effect is brilliant. Too often model lighting is far too bright but you've carefully considered the light output to get a look that feels right. One thing I noticed that jarred: that man's back (with the yellow shirt) looks painful. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted January 28, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted January 28, 2020 4 hours ago, richbrummitt said: The overall effect is brilliant. Too often model lighting is far too bright but you've carefully considered the light output to get a look that feels right. One thing I noticed that jarred: that man's back (with the yellow shirt) looks painful. Thanks Richard. I've deliberately tried to keep the light levels low so they don't overpower everything. I hadn't noticed the the poor chap with the dodgy back, best get him booked in for some corrective surgery asap! Tom, 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted February 17, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 17, 2020 The past couple of weekends of attrocious weather have given me time to work on a couple of areas of the layout. The first is the small group of buildings atop the embankment at Ropley which I believe are used by the building dept. I'd originally shaped the top of the embankment into the rough shape of the land in that area but having started to plan out where the buildings should go it became clear that it would be best to build this section off the layout in a similar way to the collection of buildings at the front of the layout. Progress so far: And the actual location for reference. Still a fair bit of work to do, even though this is only a small section of the layout! The second job was to finally install the NCE USB interface I bought a couple of years back to allow Ropley to be controlled via JMRI and the WiThrottle app. This will allow two operators or more without the need to purchase extra powercabs. I'll post more details on this in a future update, but getting it up and running was much easier than I thought. There is something strangely satisfying about controlling the layout from anywhere in the flat! Tom. 9 1 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted February 17, 2020 Share Posted February 17, 2020 Quite beautiful buildings Tom great modelling. Cheers Duncan 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted February 20, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 20, 2020 (edited) On 17/02/2020 at 21:12, Duncan. said: Quite beautiful buildings Tom great modelling. Cheers Duncan Thanks Duncan! A quick couple of photos to show the drop in section in place on the layout, and also showing a couple of scenic experiments! The first one is the tree and having seen the excellent trees produced my Martin Wellberg, I decided to try and emulate his method of using static grass to create additional branches. Once the basic wire frame was created, 12mm static grass was added using a sieve type applicator. Next 6mm strands were added, then a final pass with some 2mm strands before a mix of turf and leafs. I think the principle has legs, but I need to perfect the initial shape of the wire frame as this one is a little spread out and I need to not leave as bigger gaps in the initial wire frame. I'm also wondering if I might be able to use just the 6 & 2 mm strands - more tree experiments required! The second experiment was creating the trimmed conifer hedgerow you can just see in the photo of the real location above. This was done by spraying a short length of plastic brown, then applying 2mm static fibres to both sides before a final sprinkle of fine Woodland Scenics turf on top. I'm actually really pleased with how this came out on the test piece so I think the basic principle is sound, however I may experiment with longer fibres so I can trim it to match the wider at the top shape of the real hedge. I forgot to mention in the previous entry that the picnic bench is from the excellent Severn Models range of etched brass detailing items. Cheers, Tom, Edited February 20, 2020 by TomE 8 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 21 minutes ago, TomE said: Thanks Duncan! A quick couple of photos to show the drop in section in place on the layout, and also showing a couple of scenic experiments! The first one is the tree and having seen the excellent trees produced my Martin Wellberg, I decided to try and emulate his method of using static grass to create additional branches. Once the basic wire frame was created, 12mm static grass was added using a sieve type applicator. Next 6mm strands were added, then a final pass with some 2mm strands before a mix of turf and leafs. I think the principle has legs, but I need to perfect the initial shape of the wire frame as this one is a little spread out and I need to not leave as bigger gaps in the initial wire frame. I'm also wondering if I might be able to use just the 6 & 2 mm strands - more tree experiments required! The second experiment was creating the trimmed conifer hedgerow you can just see in the photo of the real location above. This was done by spraying a short length of plastic brown, then applying 2mm static fibres to both sides before a final sprinkle of fine Woodland Scenics turf on top. I'm actually really pleased with how this came out on the test piece so I think the basic principle is sound, however I may experiment with longer fibres so I can trim it to match the wider at the top shape of the real hedge. I forgot to mention in the previous entry that the picnic bench is from the excellent Severn Models range of etched brass detailing items. Cheers, Tom, Hi Tom, I stumbled upon static grass as twigs for trees quite by accident. Whilst I was doing some scenic work I decided to add some undergrowth to a previously worked section and trees had already been planted. I used spray adhesive to stick the additional undergrowth, there was overspray so when i applied the static grass some stuck to the seamoss tree, I was delighted with the accidental addition to the tree and the undergrowth looked good also! I attach a photo of the results sorry it's not the best. 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted February 20, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 20, 2020 5 minutes ago, Duncan. said: Hi Tom, I stumbled upon static grass as twigs for trees quite by accident. Whilst I was doing some scenic work I decided to add some undergrowth to a previously worked section and trees had already been planted. I used spray adhesive to stick the additional undergrowth, there was overspray so when i applied the static grass some stuck to the seamoss tree, I was delighted with the accidental addition to the tree and the undergrowth looked good also! I attach a photo of the results sorry it's not the best. I do like that corner of your layout a lot! I also think this method is very well suited to winter, leafless trees. Hopefully I’ll get chance to try experimenting more over this weekend. Tom. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
millerhillboy Posted February 21, 2020 Share Posted February 21, 2020 Great pictures guys, absolutely scale defying pictures 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold TomE Posted February 22, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 22, 2020 (edited) More tree testing! The wire from is twisted up out of 0.25mm florist wire, trying to pay close attention to not spreading the branches out too far this time. Once the overall shape is completed, the branches are covered in superglue and then sprinkled with bicarbonate of soda which sets it rock hard instantly and adds a bit of texture to the trunk. A coat of rail match sleeper grime is then applied which gets you to this stage: Once dry, the static fibres are added. This time I left off the 12mm strands and started with 6mm and I think it’s worked out better. finally, a quick blast with some 2mm strands and another spray with the sleeper grime before the leafs are added: Theres a little trimming to do and brushing off some of the leaves stuck to the trunks, but I’m quite pleased with the end result this time: Cheers, Tom. Edited February 22, 2020 by TomE 12 1 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 Hi Tom, I would like to see you a tree following the same technique but using seamoss as the base, mine follow the same process except I haven't added leaves at the last stage. And to be pedantic (sorry) I would say most trunks and branches are shades of grey and perhaps green if moss is present. I do like the density of the branches. Cheers Duncan 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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