big T Posted August 1, 2018 Author Share Posted August 1, 2018 got to get me a Bachmann 47 in large logo . Ive got a few now, mostly RES and RFD, including one I dropped. Well done me. I got a brand new Railfreight Redstripe body thats going to get stripped, still not sure what livery to do it in yet! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 1, 2018 Author Share Posted August 1, 2018 I had a hard think last week as the layout looked kind of bare and was missing something, that I couldnt put my finger on then it came to me - there are no signals! That means I am now currently looking at signalling (with the aid of Mr Bescotbeast himself) I find it always helps to have friends who are 'in the know'! This will be a job for me over the next week during some well deserved annual leave! Trev Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 2, 2018 Author Share Posted August 2, 2018 Signals now on order! Ive gone for the Eckon Berko ones - originally I had intended on using Absolute Aspects, but cant justify the cost presently. I have also order some ground signals from Daniel at Bespoke CAD Services. Myself and Mr. Barnes will add L.E.D's and wire them up. Great chap to deal with, extremely helpful, competitive prices and doesn't get annoyed with my constant "can you make this" or "how about that" questions! Daniels 3D printed ground signal: I have seven on Long Lane. Cheers for now Trev 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 3, 2018 Author Share Posted August 3, 2018 Following the review of my signal requirements, I have ordered the following from Hattons, which should hopefully be here before the weekend. (probably in an enormous box with tons of bubble wrap despite asking for a jiffy bag! again! Hattons take note! your wastage policy is pants!!!) I have been helped by a good friend (who is a signaller) who has been really patient with me as I know very little about signalling systems. He has helped me by creating this signalling diagram: Just need to do some homework as to how I can wire these up as my electrical skills arent great!!! This will give me something to do over my break from work next week Cheers Trev 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 11, 2018 Author Share Posted August 11, 2018 A few pics of the latest developments, including signal installation (ground signals to follow), stop boards installed, 37669 detailing and weathering, including the fitment of Heljan ploughs, and the painting of oil leaks behind the signals (including the application of AK paints oil spills): oh and I dropped one of my new 47's on to the garage floor. *&%&%$$ Cheers Trev 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig1989 Posted August 11, 2018 Share Posted August 11, 2018 Looking good and if you take it to an exhibition and wanna bring it up to date I can help 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
class"66" Posted August 12, 2018 Share Posted August 12, 2018 More top modelling here Trev... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulcan product fan Posted August 12, 2018 Share Posted August 12, 2018 superb work mate on S and T, and i like the EWS tractor . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 12, 2018 Author Share Posted August 12, 2018 Looking good and if you take it to an exhibition and wanna bring it up to date I can help Thanks Craig its the signalling Im going to be working on Cheers Trev More top modelling here Trev... Nice one mate thank you! Trev Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 12, 2018 Author Share Posted August 12, 2018 superb work mate on S and T, and i like the EWS tractor . Thank you bud very much appreciated Cheers Trev 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 12, 2018 Author Share Posted August 12, 2018 Had an enjoyable day in the garage today, mainly focusing on the hardstanding which will (eventually) house the second Wagon Repair shed. Its a job Ive been meaning to drop onto for ages and have been putting off. I had to trim some of the plasticard due to interference with the wheels, causing poor running. I did this, and weathered the surrounding areas and ballast, taking the opportunity to pep up the concrete colour as it needed another coat (its had 3 already). lots of painting, lots of airbrush action, assembling, painting, dis-assembling, cleaning etc. Cheers Trev 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulcan product fan Posted August 12, 2018 Share Posted August 12, 2018 lookin great there trev some super shots of the rolling stock and hard standing. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 13, 2018 Author Share Posted August 13, 2018 lookin great there trev some super shots of the rolling stock and hard standing. Thanks mate really appreciate it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 (edited) Following the review of my signal requirements, I have ordered the following from Hattons, which should hopefully be here before the weekend. (probably in an enormous box with tons of bubble wrap despite asking for a jiffy bag! again! Hattons take note! your wastage policy is pants!!!) I have been helped by a good friend (who is a signaller) who has been really patient with me as I know very little about signalling systems. He has helped me by creating this signalling diagram: signalling layout - LL WRD ©.png Eckon Berko B232.JPG Eckon Berko B503.JPG Eckon Berko B533.JPG Just need to do some homework as to how I can wire these up as my electrical skills arent great!!! This will give me something to do over my break from work next week Cheers Trev Hi Trev, Can I ask what brand from Hattons they are ? Im in the process of having South Wales Freight wired.. Just read the earlier post - Eckon, I agree with Absolute, I looked at them, an eye watering £75 each.... I needed about 6..... ! Ouch Many thanks.. Leon Edited August 13, 2018 by Leon 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 13, 2018 Author Share Posted August 13, 2018 Following the review of my signal requirements, I have ordered the following from Hattons, which should hopefully be here before the weekend. (probably in an enormous box with tons of bubble wrap despite asking for a jiffy bag! again! Hattons take note! your wastage policy is pants!!!) I have been helped by a good friend (who is a signaller) who has been really patient with me as I know very little about signalling systems. He has helped me by creating this signalling diagram: signalling layout - LL WRD ©.png Eckon Berko B232.JPG Eckon Berko B503.JPG Eckon Berko B533.JPG Just need to do some homework as to how I can wire these up as my electrical skills arent great!!! This will give me something to do over my break from work next week Cheers Trev Hi Trev, Can I ask what brand from Hattons they are ? Im in the process of having South Wales Freight wired.. Just read the earlier post - Eckon, I agree with Absolute, I looked at them, an eye watering £75 each.... I needed about 6..... ! Ouch Many thanks.. Leon Hi Leon Originally I wanted absolute aspects, but I had to pay £600 this month towards the future Mrs H's wedding dress so Eckon Berko it was. TBH I like them and I think with a bit of weathering they will look mint. Trev 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 Yes I think they look good also. Happy wife....Happy life my friend.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 14, 2018 Author Share Posted August 14, 2018 Yes I think they look good also. Happy wife....Happy life my friend.... Absolutely!! The first wife wasn't so happy though haha!!! Trev Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 14, 2018 Author Share Posted August 14, 2018 (edited) I'm really starting to enjoy things coming together now even though the to do list seems to be growing as opposed to shrinking! How is that?!! Last night was spent priming and painting office furniture that is destined for the Portacabins and some AWS ramps which will compliment the recently installed signals. I managed to clear a lot of the stock and locos off the layout, which gave me opportunity to clean the track and give it a well needed hoover too. Whilst the layout was empty, I address programmed a couple of locos that escaped the net! Comments are always welcome! Thanks Trev p.s. the giant gap in the backscene will be closed up with a section of angle - the recent warm weather has made the end section warp! Grr! I cant put the angle on until Ive finished the scenery/detailing bits to the hardstanding area! Edited August 14, 2018 by big T 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 21, 2018 Author Share Posted August 21, 2018 Busy busy recently. A few pics of recent developments: Write up to follow must get back to the grindstone! Cheers Trev 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragtag Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 Coming along nicely there Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 22, 2018 Author Share Posted August 22, 2018 Coming along nicely there Thank very much! Putting a few hours in recently, and its starting to pay off! Trev Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulcan product fan Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 trev love the 58 mate, more superb photos keep up the good work . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.C.M Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 Looking good Trev, Amazing how some of the smaller detail brings a layout to life. Cheers Peter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 22, 2018 Author Share Posted August 22, 2018 trev love the 58 mate, more superb photos keep up the good work . Thanks pal, really appreciate your comments Trev Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
big T Posted August 22, 2018 Author Share Posted August 22, 2018 Looking good Trev, Amazing how some of the smaller detail brings a layout to life. Cheers Peter. Hi Peter, Thanks very much! Yes I really believe it is the smaller things that do bring substance to a layout - I have this theory of trying to make lots of small dioramas that all come together to create the fabric around the track/trains. Hopefully it works. Thanks for dropping by Trev Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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