Guest Locomotion No. 3 Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 (edited) 6 hours ago, The Johnster said: Reality check. Not quite yet, apparently! The imminent loco is the Locomotion version, 9400 in ‘as preserved’ condition. Bachmann’s website still claims ‘Dec/Jan’, and a Locomotion 9400 that has had adb968008’s money taken from his account must be actually in the shop. Our version arrived in Barwell on Wednesday and at Shildon yesterday. They will be despatched first to those who pre-ordered and have paid in full or have since paid the balance to complete the purchase (having paid the initial £30 deposit). Stuart contacted the latter group on Thursday and distribution will commence early next week. In the meantime, our website (www.locomotionmodels.com) has full details for anyone who would like to place an order for No. 9400. Our museums and retail shops at York and Shildon are currently closed due to the current restrictions, so we are unable to sell over the counter for the time being. Dennis Lovett Exclusive Models Marketing Executive Locomotion Models Edited January 16, 2021 by Locomotion No. 3 Literal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Johnster Posted January 16, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 16, 2021 Thank you for this clarification, Dennis; one hopes the others are not far behind, and wonders if they were all in the same container and Barwell are checking the others before stating that they have 'arrived', one does! I will not be ordering a GWR version, yours or Bachmanns', as I need a loco without the cover plated between the frame tops visible ahead of the smokebox, and it would be a shame to overpaint the polished embellishments. The BR locos did not have this and the tops of the valve chests are visible like a barmaid's decollatage. My 9487 is on pre-order at Rails and is still listed on their website as 'pending'; it tends to lend itstelf to pend, but they'll send it in the end and to me it will wend, but for now it's driving me round the bend, heaven forfend, it wil mend my need and prevent a rend of my hair, which would neccessitate seeing someone who would vend me a wig. The End. My assumption is that Rails have not had delivery yet, I bet (stop that now, Johnster), and Bachmanns' website is still quoting 'Dec/Jan' ETA. They have 15 days to meet this target or change it to 'Feb' or later, 10 working days excluding weekends! Exciting, isn't it! I know, I should get out more, but there's a lockdown and it's raining. 1 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinehill Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 They are in the Bachman warehouse & in process of being despatched to stockists! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Johnster Posted January 19, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 19, 2021 Still 'Pending' at Rails, but it looks as if that may not be for much longer! The excitement is starting to build a bit now and I'm starting to feel like a kiddie at xmas... Can I take 'They' to mean that all versions have arrived at Barwell? Bachmann's website is still listing all 6 variants' availability as 'Dec/Jan', but I'm guessing they will not change this status until the models have been checked and sorted before delivery to the retailers. Soon, my preciousssssssss, what has it got in it's packetses? 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LimboBrit Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 My 9487 will still need to find its way to the other side of the English Channel. My last shipment from Hatton's took 2 months! I hope Rails don't send it by Royal Mail. I'll be needing some advice on renumbering it to 8405 (never done anything like that before) and unite it with my avatar. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
outatime Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Same for me here, but Hattons via dpd was always here in 2-3 days. Mine is going to be renumbered to 9462, the number which 9466 carried during the anniversary of the South Devon Railway in 2019. I always enjoy using transfers and numberplates from fox-transfers.co.uk. The numberplates can simply be glued over the printed ones. Regards, Björn Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold tomparryharry Posted January 19, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) Meanwhile, in the leafy suburbs of Cardiff.... "Signed for? SIGNED FOR? Look old chap! I've got it tattooed on my arm! Give it 'eer! BBC Wales & the Western Mail have reporters standing by..... Well done Johnster; keep with it. Not long now..... Edited January 19, 2021 by tomparryharry 1 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MG 7305 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 I would recommend that instead of glue (tends to be thick and gloopy) a dash of varnish is used. I also use HMRS numbers as they are the same size and colours as those used by the manufactures. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Johnster Posted January 19, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 19, 2021 If you are nervous about putting new numbers on, the answer may Railtec waterslide transfers; these have the correct relief of GW number plates and a very easy to apply. They also have the advantage of being less likely to bend or be damaged when you remove them from the brass fret. You get the required number, white numbers on the smokebox door plates (another advantage over etched brass), ready made power classification and route availability dots (HMRS require the power letter to be applied on top of the dot, which can be fiddly) and the shedcode. No connection satisfied customer. Otherwise, use a dab of varnish to secure etched brass number plates as MG suggests. Etched brass has the advantage of being, um, brass, which will tarnish prototypically and can be polished up! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mike_Walker Posted January 19, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 19, 2021 1 hour ago, The Johnster said: If you are nervous about putting new numbers on, the answer may Railtec waterslide transfers; these have the correct relief of GW number plates and a very easy to apply. They also have the advantage of being less likely to bend or be damaged when you remove them from the brass fret. You get the required number, white numbers on the smokebox door plates (another advantage over etched brass), ready made power classification and route availability dots (HMRS require the power letter to be applied on top of the dot, which can be fiddly) and the shedcode. No connection satisfied customer. Otherwise, use a dab of varnish to secure etched brass number plates as MG suggests. Etched brass has the advantage of being, um, brass, which will tarnish prototypically and can be polished up! Except most GWR numberplates were painted cast iron not brass particularly on the smaller and less glamorous locos. Agreed that Railtec are the dog's wotsits. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Johnster Posted January 19, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) There were some locos given numbers at Caerphilly in the 50s that were painted directly to the cab sides, in the Egyptian Serif style complete with a representation of the plate border, with yellow paintl; some 57xx, 56xx, and possibly others. The printed RTR type numbers would be almost correct for these; in any case they are useful as postitioning templates for retrofit brass or Railtec xfer numbers. Edited January 19, 2021 by The Johnster Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philou Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Keep calm Johnster, and carry on. Even I can feel the throb ... er ... heat of excitement here. Cheers, Philip 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LimboBrit Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 1 hour ago, The Johnster said: If you are nervous about putting new numbers on, the answer may Railtec waterslide transfers; Thanks for the tip. This looks just the job! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamport Southport Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Why not just use the smokebox numbers supplied in the pack of plates from your preferred supplier? They look far more realistic than transfers. Just paint the numbers white. Some are already done depending on manufacturer. Jason 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozzer models Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) 6 hours ago, LimboBrit said: My 9487 will still need to find its way to the other side of the English Channel. My last shipment from Hatton's took 2 months! I hope Rails don't send it by Royal Mail. I'll be needing some advice on renumbering it to 8405 (never done anything like that before) and unite it with my avatar. all you need is a set of plates 8405 is on the list of stock etching from 247 developments Edited January 19, 2021 by mozzer models 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LimboBrit Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 9 minutes ago, Steamport Southport said: Why not just use the smokebox numbers supplied in the pack of plates from your preferred supplier? What about the cab side numbers? Sorry, I'm new to this game Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamport Southport Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 2 minutes ago, mozzer models said: all you need is a set of plates 8405 is on the list of stock etching from 247 developments Funnily enough I think one of my sets of plates are from 247, but bought from the previous owner. I panic bought a few as I thought that it was closing down for good. Showing how long I've had them... Just dug them out and they are 8468 and have a nice SB plate in nickel. Jason 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Johnster Posted January 19, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 19, 2021 17 minutes ago, Philou said: Keep calm Johnster, and carry on. Even I can feel the throb ... er ... heat of excitement here. Cheers, Philip Keep feeling the throb, Philou, nothing wrong wiv a birra frob... Mummy said it would make me blind, so I just did it until I was short sighted... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozzer models Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Just now, Steamport Southport said: Funnily enough I think one of my sets of plates are from 247, but bought from the previous owner. I panic bought a few as I thought that it was closing down for good. Showing how long I've had them... Just dug them out and they are 8468 and have a nice SB plate in nickel. Jason PS i am 247 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamport Southport Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 2 minutes ago, LimboBrit said: What about the cab side numbers? Sorry, I'm new to this game Both are usually supplied. Normally two pairs of brass cabside numbers and a front smoke box number. Sometimes you get two front plates as they are on the etch. Jason 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamport Southport Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 1 minute ago, mozzer models said: PS i am 247 I know. But you weren't back then. If you get my drift. It was Gary I think. He was flogging off half the range so I bought quite a lot as I thought it was going for good. Jason 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LimboBrit Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 It looks like Railtec also provide custom shed numbers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold tomparryharry Posted January 19, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 19, 2021 48 minutes ago, Mike_Walker said: Except most GWR numberplates were painted cast iron not brass particularly on the smaller and less glamorous locos. Agreed that Railtec are the dog's wotsits. We need a bit of research here, but I've an inkling that the contractor-built 94xx were brass, not iron. Some 94xx plates going through auction have been brass. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LimboBrit Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 The factory plate off 8405 is brass at least. See avatar Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Prism Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 http://www.trainweb.org/rcn_uk/gwcabs.html 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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