RMweb Gold Markwj Posted May 11, 2020 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 11, 2020 19 minutes ago, JohnC said: Instead of cutting off end see earlier posts regarding carefully drilling out axle box aperture to 3mm. have done this with all my locos and no issues at all since. Thanks John forgot about this will take a look back before making decision. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edna Clouds Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Persevere - do 'em one at a time - it is worth it. When you get up close with your specs on, seeing them revolving is a delight. You won't be disappointed. 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph1050 Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 On 11/05/2020 at 07:38, Markwj said: Thanks John forgot about this will take a look back before making decision. Thats what I have done to my axle boxes, had the wobble made the hole slightly larger and elongated. Now all wheels sit squarely on the track, no wobble, no end caps coming off runs sweet 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffy Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 So, and please forgive me if I’ve lost the plot or I’m stating the bleeding obvious, does this mean that the wobble and the popping axle boxes are symptoms of the same problem? And that problem is better solved with a drill bit than CA? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 3rd Rail Exile Posted May 13, 2020 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 13, 2020 30 minutes ago, truffy said: So, and please forgive me if I’ve lost the plot or I’m stating the bleeding obvious, does this mean that the wobble and the popping axle boxes are symptoms of the same problem? And that problem is better solved with a drill bit than CA? That's my understanding (though some have mentioned other sources of "wobbles" as well). Axle boxes that are not dead in line/parallel/concentric with the axles can act on the bogie frames and either a) lift them to cause the wobble or b) be broken off depending on how well they've been glued to the axles. Enlarging the holes allows slightly greater allowance for being mounted off-centre. But you still need CA or other adhesive to re-attach the axle boxes to the axles if you want them to rotate and not fall out... 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mooresby Posted May 13, 2020 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 13, 2020 I don't suppose anyone has an insight into the delivery dates for the next batch of these do they? I'm keen to see the Pink One livery on my layout & the project page is not very forthcoming. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pre Grouping fan Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, Mooresby said: I don't suppose anyone has an insight into the delivery dates for the next batch of these do they? I'm keen to see the Pink One livery on my layout & the project page is not very forthcoming. No updates on the batch. Just a case of wait and see. Hattons are normally very good at posting on their Facebook then new items come into stock and a slight delay for dave to post on here. But so many people follow their Facebook page that it normally gets here quickly after announcement. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 7 minutes ago, Mooresby said: I don't suppose anyone has an insight into the delivery dates for the next batch of these do they? I'm keen to see the Pink One livery on my layout & the project page is not very forthcoming. I asked them the question on Facebook the other day when they were talking 66s but didn't get a reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Hattons Dave Posted May 13, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted May 13, 2020 31 minutes ago, Mooresby said: I don't suppose anyone has an insight into the delivery dates for the next batch of these do they? I'm keen to see the Pink One livery on my layout & the project page is not very forthcoming. Hi Mooresby, We haven't got a date set in stone at the moment, but we're working on getting them here as soon as possible. We don't expect this confirmation to take too much longer and as soon as we know we'll update everyone via email, our newsletter, social media and of course here on RMweb as well. Cheers Dave 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mooresby Posted May 13, 2020 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 13, 2020 50 minutes ago, Hattons Dave said: Hi Mooresby, We haven't got a date set in stone at the moment, but we're working on getting them here as soon as possible. We don't expect this confirmation to take too much longer and as soon as we know we'll update everyone via email, our newsletter, social media and of course here on RMweb as well. Cheers Dave Thanks for the update Dave - greatly appreciated Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
classy52 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 This talk of the next batch do you mean a new set of Class 66's in different liveries, a re-run of the current lot or basically the ones that have been pre-ordered but not delivered yet in the current liveries??? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, classy52 said: This talk of the next batch do you mean a new set of Class 66's in different liveries, a re-run of the current lot or basically the ones that have been pre-ordered but not delivered yet in the current liveries??? The 6 undelivered types Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDG Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 3 minutes ago, classy52 said: This talk of the next batch do you mean a new set of Class 66's in different liveries, a re-run of the current lot or basically the ones that have been pre-ordered but not delivered yet in the current liveries??? Think it's the latter.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
classy52 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, TomScrut said: The 6 undelivered types 1 minute ago, KDG said: Think it's the latter.... So pre-ordered & undelivered 66's from the current range...ok ta Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Hattons Dave Posted May 14, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted May 14, 2020 15 hours ago, classy52 said: This talk of the next batch do you mean a new set of Class 66's in different liveries, a re-run of the current lot or basically the ones that have been pre-ordered but not delivered yet in the current liveries??? Hi Classy52, Sorry for the confusion. I was referred to the six models that are yet to be delivered - H4-66-032 to H4-66-037 (and digital/sound variations of these). All of the models coded H4-66-001 to H4-66-031 have now been delivered in full. Cheers Dave 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
classy52 Posted May 14, 2020 Share Posted May 14, 2020 Just now, Hattons Dave said: Hi Classy52, Sorry for the confusion. I was referred to the six models that are yet to be delivered - H4-66-032 to H4-66-037 (and digital/sound variations of these). All of the models coded H4-66-001 to H4-66-031 have now been delivered in full. Cheers Dave No worries, thanks Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
YesTor Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 Did anyone attempt the lights mod on any of the 'bug-eyed' versions? Al Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 7 hours ago, YesTor said: Did anyone attempt the lights mod on any of the 'bug-eyed' versions? Al I saw on FB somebody mention they had the other day. But not sure if it was the guy who did it and posted it on here 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Hattons Dave Posted May 15, 2020 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted May 15, 2020 Hi all, As promised, heres a delivery update for the remaining Class 66's, H4-66-032 to H4-66-037. All of these are planned to be released on Monday 29th June. This includes Digital ready, fitted and sound variations. We've still got versions of all six models available to pre-order, along with the first 31 releases which can be ordered and dispatched right now. Check out the link below for more details. Order your Hattons Originals Class 66 Here Cheers, Dave 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 (edited) On 13/05/2020 at 15:59, Mooresby said: I don't suppose anyone has an insight into the delivery dates for the next batch of these do they? I'm keen to see the Pink One livery on my layout & the project page is not very forthcoming. Hattons have just said on FB late next month for the next batch Edit: Dave beat me to it by seconds! Edited May 15, 2020 by TomScrut 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
classy52 Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 Nothing in it for me 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomScrut Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 1 minute ago, classy52 said: Nothing in it for me 2 for me, ONE and Cemex. Not sure where I am going to fit them mind you! I was tempted to bin the Cemex one off (I already have 4 GBRF 66s) but I like the livery too much. ONE is going to be my only FL 66 so I kinda "need" that one. Money and space no object I would be having the jaffa one too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
classy52 Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 (edited) 12 minutes ago, TomScrut said: 2 for me, ONE and Cemex. Not sure where I am going to fit them mind you! I was tempted to bin the Cemex one off (I already have 4 GBRF 66s) but I like the livery too much. ONE is going to be my only FL 66 so I kinda "need" that one. Money and space no object I would be having the jaffa one too. I was only joking, I know how a few on here on RMweb get irate when someone says that after an announcement...I'l stop poking the bear now Edited May 15, 2020 by classy52 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
classy52 Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 Jokes aside because I missed out on the DCC Sound versions on the ones I would have liked, i.e. DRS 66301, GBRf 66789/780 & Freightliner 66587, I'll probably get those DCC Ready and put sound in them (once my Accurascale fever has cooled down, no sign of it yet though) at a much later time but I'm sort of not willing to pay the extra £30 plus to retro-fit sound on an already expensive factory sound 66...or I'll just bite the bullet & wait for the next new livery batch and this time don't procrastinate but the documented issues did play a part in holding back too be honest and I think they still do. Bit of a toss up atm on what to do? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
truffy Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 1 hour ago, classy52 said: Bit of a toss up atm on what to do? Is that a statement or a question! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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