Ferme du Pont ~ WDLR 1918 ~ 0-14

[49395]

Hi Lars,

 

I designed an etched coupling which was as close to a scale WDLR pattern centre buffer as I could, while incorporating the delayed operation of couplings like DG or Dinghams, there’s a pin and delay latch etched onto the coupling at one end of each piece of stock, and a wire loop on the other.

 

If I was to do this again I’d make certain aspects of the couplings bigger (like the upright pin) which would make the operation more reliable

 

Also they’re really fiddly to build which doesn’t help, small pieces of square (coupling shank) and round (loop pivot) tube are required, which need to be soldered in place

 

For the most part they are quite reliable but are very susceptible to track and rolling stock defects, especially the B class wagons with a short wheelbase and long overhangs

[BigLars]

Thanks for the explanation Mike. I will do some experimenting on this side of the pond to see what I can do. 

[BigLars]

Any progress on the build?

[BigLars]

Any progress? It has been some time and the fans need some updates. 

[49395]

Hi Lars,

 

Thanks for the interest, at present we’ve put the layout to one side for a little while, chances are we’ll revisit it at some point

[BigLars]

Checking in to see if you have done any additional work on the layout?