The Black Hat Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 Thanks Charlie, Thats exactly what I understood the livery to be and worked out what it was. I think this, being provincial, will be very popular. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
deltic79 Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 Would really like to see the original Provincial Super Sprinter livery, with the 'running man' sprinter logo. I'd second that, 'Super Sprinter' as applied to sets 443-500 rather than simply 'Sprinter' (sets 401-442) (http://members.madasafish.com/~dysgraphyk/156/class156_liv-pr.htm). I'd be looking for an early Neville Hill set (to model the Scarborough-Liverpool Transpennine services as a stop gap between the 150/2s and 158s) so Version 2 (Leeds - Carlisle) would probably be the best option for me I think. Also, what's the plan on obstacle deflectors please? Are these to be made removable or will some versions come without to cover the first couple of years service? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BR Blue Posted January 6, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 6, 2017 Version 1 for me too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 The one in this photo would be perfect, thanks, Charlie. That's Haymarket unless I'm very much mistaken. Edinburgh plus any other suitable destination would be fine, I'm not fussy. Cheers Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
47348scrh Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Our thought's are: Version 1 Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Version 2 Leeds - Carlisle Version 3 Glasgow - Oban Your thought's please? I would go for Nowich -Liverpool which would cover a large area of the country and operating areas. Also Cardiff/Birmingham -Nottingham or perhaps slightly less popular Lincoln - Coventry ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold ruggedpeak Posted January 7, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 7, 2017 Version 3 would be my preferred. Version 2 is ok and would buy if no 3 but no interest in version 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Scottish-Exile Posted January 7, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 7, 2017 The one in this photo would be perfect, thanks, Charlie. That's Haymarket unless I'm very much mistaken. Yup. October 1988 and a staff open day to 'celebrate' the conversion of the depot from locos to the new sprinter fleet. Some more pics on my Flickr page, scanned from the original prints. Quality is a bit iffy as I was - still am - just a point & shoot snapper who knows nowt about exposure settings pr composition etc. https://flic.kr/s/aHskm84V4w 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 (edited) Yup. October 1988 and a staff open day to 'celebrate' the conversion of the depot from locos to the new sprinter fleet. Some more pics on my Flickr page, scanned from the original prints. Quality is a bit iffy as I was - still am - just a point & shoot snapper who knows nowt about exposure settings pr composition etc. https://flic.kr/s/aHskm84V4w Thanks S-E. Not sure I'd want to 'celebrate' the conversion of the depot from locos to sprinters exactly, but very interesting and even more useful nonetheless. Thanks! Cheers Dave Edited January 7, 2017 by Waverley West Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRDBLUE17 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 (edited) Hi Charlie, How about: Barrow - Preston that would suit me perfectly. Thanks Mark Edited January 7, 2017 by MRDBLUE17 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium newbryford Posted January 7, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 7, 2017 (edited) Hi Charlie, How about: Barrow - Preston that would suit me perfectly. Thanks Mark Clitheroe-Manchester in Northern please. Bif has the sound file to do correct station announcements in a local accent..... Edited January 7, 2017 by newbryford Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roddy Angus Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 Would it be possible to include interchangeable destinations? The number of the unit might be wrong but at least the destination would reflect the relevant area. Roddy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted January 8, 2017 Author Share Posted January 8, 2017 Would it be possible to include interchangeable destinations? The number of the unit might be wrong but at least the destination would reflect the relevant area. Roddy No. There is nothing to stop you covering the one printed with a decal with other destinations on though. Sorry Charlie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roddy Angus Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 Thanks Charlie. Roddy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatofludham Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 No. There is nothing to stop you covering the one printed with a decal with other destinations on though. Sorry Charlie If the destination boxes will be illuminated how easy will it be to remove the pre printed destination to stop it "bleeding through" when illuminated if we want to change the destinations? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 If the destination boxes will be illuminated how easy will it be to remove the pre printed destination to stop it "bleeding through" when illuminated if we want to change the destinations? On the early Bachmann 150s, the destination was printed onto a removable plastic insert which fitted behind the window, which made changing the destination easy. On the older Bachmann DMUs, it was possible to scratch off the printing on the destination windows, but sometimes the only way to change the destination was to make a new glazing insert, which was a real pain as it was virtually impossible to produce one to the same quality of finish as the original. Making the destination easy to change would make a huge difference for me personally. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted January 8, 2017 Author Share Posted January 8, 2017 On the early Bachmann 150s, the destination was printed onto a removable plastic insert which fitted behind the window, which made changing the destination easy. On the older Bachmann DMUs, it was possible to scratch off the printing on the destination windows, but sometimes the only way to change the destination was to make a new glazing insert, which was a real pain as it was virtually impossible to produce one to the same quality of finish as the original. Making the destination easy to change would make a huge difference for me personally. The Bodyshell has a clear printed window in the blind. Charlie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium newbryford Posted January 8, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 8, 2017 Wouldn't it be simpler just to fit it with working destination blinds? DCC controlled maybe? Mick Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
srihaggis Posted January 11, 2017 Share Posted January 11, 2017 Apologies if this has been covered, the email dated 24th Dec says deposits will be banked during the first week of January. My deposit hasn't yet gone out of my account from what I can make out. Could you confirm if you have taken all the deposits, or have already taken payments incase i've missed it somewhere? I preordered mine online on the Saturday of Warley. Thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dungrange Posted January 11, 2017 Share Posted January 11, 2017 Apologies if this has been covered, the email dated 24th Dec says deposits will be banked during the first week of January. My deposit hasn't yet gone out of my account from what I can make out. Could you confirm if you have taken all the deposits, or have already taken payments incase i've missed it somewhere? I preordered mine online on the Saturday of Warley. Thanks Well, I ordered on-line giving my card details, but nothing has been charged to my account yet, so I suspect that your cheque possibly hasn't been banked either. However, I'm sure that Charlie will be along to confirm soon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted January 11, 2017 Author Share Posted January 11, 2017 Well, I ordered on-line giving my card details, but nothing has been charged to my account yet, so I suspect that your cheque possibly hasn't been banked either. However, I'm sure that Charlie will be along to confirm soon. With Stock taking, Year End Stuff & VAT Return been busy, be re-assured I will take the deposits during January, away tomorrow all day with Rapido sorting out 'Stuff', even got a 'FREE' lunch if I don't upset them!!!! Charlie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dungrange Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Charlie, I'm not complaining that you haven't banked cheques or taken credit card deposits - the debit will appear in my account soon enough - especially when delivery will be several months away. I appreciate that the end of the year can be a busy time, although sometimes every month can seem busy. Enjoy your 'free' lunch, but just remember that nothing is really 'free'! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tractor_37260 Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Our thought's are: Version 1 Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Version 2 Leeds - Carlisle Version 3 Glasgow - Oban Your thought's please? What about a northern one ? Inverness > Wick / Thurso / Kyle / Aberdeen / Glasgow / Edinburgh.................. and Glasgow > Fort Bill...........etc Plenty there to choose from lol Regards Ken Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest eddie reffin Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 Our thought's are: Version 1 Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Version 2 Leeds - Carlisle Version 3 Glasgow - Oban Your thought's please? Version 3 would be a winner for me- If you did Fort William- Glasgow too that would be even better. Provided they were in original condition (1988/9) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 For something a little bit different, you could go for Edinburgh - Oban. Note the common factor in all my suggestions. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Black Hat Posted January 15, 2017 Share Posted January 15, 2017 Suppose you'll want Edinburgh - Whitby next? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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