shanks522 Posted March 22, 2017 Author Share Posted March 22, 2017 Look great! Always feel I "missed out" on JJAs, refused to pay the current prices! I know what you mean, I'd like another rake of 5 but there getting a tad expensive, saying that though i'd rather pay than ruin the N gauge society kits! Graham. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium njee20 Posted March 22, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted March 22, 2017 Mmm, yes, they were out of production whenever I've looked. I don't need another project to a) never get around to or b) remind myself that my skills are nowhere near my aspirations! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted March 24, 2017 Author Share Posted March 24, 2017 Hello all, Sarum got its first running in board fitted this evening. Graham. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Hi Graham Just having a catch up on the thread. Love the new builders yard. Nicely modelled with plenty of detail. Very much enjoyed watching the videos as well especially the lovely Dutch tractor on the Mk IIs. Nice bit of nostalgia. Keep up the good work. Cheers Marcus 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted March 27, 2017 Author Share Posted March 27, 2017 Cheers Marcus, The Dutch 37 is a favourite at the moment, sounds nice just ticking over whilst I work on the layout. Graham 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Cheers Marcus, The Dutch 37 is a favourite at the moment, sounds nice just ticking over whilst I work on the layout. Graham Must admit they do sound nice just ticking over. Just don't shut down the engine as the Spirax valves blowing off will drive you bonkers. Mind you that's proper realism for you as the real ones did too. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 Must admit they do sound nice just ticking over. Just don't shut down the engine as the Spirax valves blowing off will drive you bonkers. Mind you that's proper realism for you as the real ones did too. The joy of DCC, switch it off.. Graham. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 Hello all, Been doing a few bits and pieces today and went to plant another signal but i'm undecided on its location, i could do with your help. Behind the steps? Or in front? Cheers Graham. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Beyond the steps looks good to me mate. Trust me they put signals in the silliest of places so go for which one your happiest with. Cheers Marcus Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 Thanks Marcus, That was where i originally wanted it but then i started doubting myself, always better to get another opinion. Graham. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 If you want to add a bit more interest you could put a red and white chequered limited clearance board on the signal post as its against the wall. This means that a driver could get off and use the SPT safely as his train would be protecting him but it would be not safe for a track worker to use it. If I can, I'll try and get a picture of one for you. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 If you want to add a bit more interest you could put a red and white chequered limited clearance board on the signal post as its against the wall. This means that a driver could get off and use the SPT safely as his train would be protecting him but it would be not safe for a track worker to use it. If I can, I'll try and get a picture of one for you. What an excellent idea! cheers Marcus. Graham. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 No problem at all mate. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Boco_D1 Posted March 29, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted March 29, 2017 You could always try a signal sighting test with a camera at cab level to see what the drivers view would be. The one behind looks more pleasing to the eye but the one in front seems more prototypical to me as it's on the straight rather than the curve. But then again I only see my signals (on the real railway) on a computer screen and all the lines are straight! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted March 29, 2017 Author Share Posted March 29, 2017 You could always try a signal sighting test with a camera at cab level to see what the drivers view would be. The one behind looks more pleasing to the eye but the one in front seems more prototypical to me as it's on the straight rather than the curve. But then again I only see my signals (on the real railway) on a computer screen and all the lines are straight! Hi Jimmy, Your right on the money, I want it behind the steps but in front would be better in terms of practicality, I like the idea of the camera test, shall try that! Graham. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 Trust me mate. There's plenty of places where there's lovely straight bits of track then they stick the signal round a corner. Even with new resignalling schemes it still seems to happen. Just like to put us drivers to the test LOL! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Budgie Posted April 16, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 16, 2017 I think it should be behind the steps, because if it is in front of them it will be in the way of anyone coming down the steps with some heavy equipment wanting to walk further along the track. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted April 16, 2017 Author Share Posted April 16, 2017 I think it should be behind the steps, because if it is in front of them it will be in the way of anyone coming down the steps with some heavy equipment wanting to walk further along the track. Thanks Jane, I think it will look better, I think Marcus hit the nail on the head. Trust me mate. There's plenty of places where there's lovely straight bits of track then they stick the signal round a corner. Graham. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted April 20, 2017 Author Share Posted April 20, 2017 Hello all, I've been doing a little bit of work every evening on the builders yard and its just about complete, i'm awaiting more brick piles and some signage but thats it. Graham. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shreives Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Looking good graham. Is the building going to get a weathering or is going to stay with the freshly repaint look ? Stuart 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted April 20, 2017 Author Share Posted April 20, 2017 Looking good graham. Is the building going to get a weathering or is going to stay with the freshly repaint look ? Stuart Cheers stu, the building will get a little weathering once the signs have been attached. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Boco_D1 Posted April 21, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 21, 2017 Builders yard is looking great, what is the fencing you've used? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted April 21, 2017 Author Share Posted April 21, 2017 (edited) Builders yard is looking great, what is the fencing you've used?Hi Jimmy, the fencing is from scale model scenery. Edited April 21, 2017 by shanks522 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Boco_D1 Posted April 21, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 21, 2017 Thanks Graham I might try that as I've been using Ratio OO Gauge GWR station fencing which is okay but does look a little out of scale. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted June 3, 2017 Author Share Posted June 3, 2017 (edited) Hello all, A small update, Work has begun on the hardstanding area of the yard, I'm weighing up the options of painting it or using scale scenes concrete? Also made a few purchases from Ebay. Metals 37 which will fit in nicely. And a LT pannier, won't fit in so well, I'm thinking of getting another pannier to run with a short rake of MK1's as a rail tour, top n tail. Graham. Edited June 3, 2017 by shanks522 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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