Mark201 Posted February 11, 2021 Share Posted February 11, 2021 Mine arrived today, very pleased. Nice model. I got a 4 pack and the twin with the flashing tail lamp. Only problem is I can't see the switch to turn on the lamp The instruction leaflet says 'The switch is very fine, so as to be unobtrusive, and it may be easier to operate using an uncurled paper clip or cocktail stick'. The switch is so 'unobtrusive' I can't see it. Probably just my eyes getting old. Any help most welcome. Many thanks Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold tetsudofan Posted February 11, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 11, 2021 Yesterday I received two emails from Kernow, one saying that my IZAs were being sent to me by DPD and the other saying that my Model Rail Busby 16xx was being sent to me by Royal Mail. .... and a couple of hours ago DPD delivered a box from Kernow containing both the IZAa and the Busby. As these were two separate transactions (one for Kernow, one for Model Rail) I was expecting two separate parcels but somehow, in what must have been a very, very busy mail room, someone must have noticed that there were two shipments due for one address and they decided to combine the shipments. Many thanks Sam! Decision now is which boxes to open first, the IZAs or the Busby......... Keith 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Revolution Mike Posted February 11, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 11, 2021 (edited) 22 minutes ago, Mark201 said: Only problem is I can't see the switch to turn on the lamp The instruction leaflet says 'The switch is very fine, so as to be unobtrusive, and it may be easier to operate using an uncurled paper clip or cocktail stick'. The switch is so 'unobtrusive' I can't see it. Probably just my eyes getting old. Any help most welcome. Many thanks The switch is deeply recessed in the body right behind the coupler arm - you should be able to see a small cut away in the chassis with a small black on silver switch. Here you go - the switch is circled in the image below. Revolution Trains 4mm IZA - tail light switch by Mike Hale, on Flickr NB if I remember correctly there won't be any batteries included as it is almost impossible to ship batteries in models. Cheers Mike Edited February 11, 2021 by red death Add image 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoBoLoco Posted February 11, 2021 Share Posted February 11, 2021 (edited) What do people who have received their models make of them? I am considering getting a pack or 2 myself, but a 100 quid is a lot to drop on a wagon. Thanks Edited February 11, 2021 by CoBoLoco 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Temeraire Posted February 11, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 11, 2021 Hi all Arrived today and well worth the wait and I can't wait to get them weathered up and in service! I think the pics give you all you need to know CoBo! 18 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
owentherail Posted February 11, 2021 Share Posted February 11, 2021 51 minutes ago, Temeraire said: Hi all Arrived today and well worth the wait and I can't wait to get them weathered up and in service! I think the pics give you all you need to know CoBo! I look forward to seeing your weathered versions Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark201 Posted February 12, 2021 Share Posted February 12, 2021 On 11/02/2021 at 15:49, red death said: The switch is deeply recessed in the body right behind the coupler arm - you should be able to see a small cut away in the chassis with a small black on silver switch. Here you go - the switch is circled in the image below. Revolution Trains 4mm IZA - tail light switch by Mike Hale, on Flickr NB if I remember correctly there won't be any batteries included as it is almost impossible to ship batteries in models. Cheers Mike Mike, Many thanks for that. Most helpful. Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BR Blue Posted February 16, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 16, 2021 I have to say they look very good. Another excellent modern wagon. We have been spoilt lately by all the newer manufacturers. Well done to RevolutioN. 2 3 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kernow MRC Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 For more details, including a wealth of background information about the IZA Cargowaggon Twin Vans, that are exclusively in stock now, click here https://www.kernowmodelrailcentre.com/pg/162/IZA-Cargowaggon 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillar Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 On 11/02/2021 at 15:49, red death said: The switch is deeply recessed in the body right behind the coupler arm - you should be able to see a small cut away in the chassis with a small black on silver switch. Here you go - the switch is circled in the image below. Revolution Trains 4mm IZA - tail light switch by Mike Hale, on Flickr NB if I remember correctly there won't be any batteries included as it is almost impossible to ship batteries in models. Cheers Mike Judging from that photo conversion to EM/P4 will be difficult. Looking forward to mine though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Revolution Mike Posted February 19, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 19, 2021 1 hour ago, Pillar said: Judging from that photo conversion to EM/P4 will be difficult. Looking forward to mine though. I'll be converting a few to EM. My plan is to try pulling the wheels out on the axle (there is room) and if necessary file back a bit some of back of the W iron/axlebox moulding. Cheers Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teabag Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 My pair turned up yesterday. They look great - very pleased. Might have to get some more - might need as serious discussion with finance authority.. Teabag. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ba14eagle Posted February 22, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 22, 2021 (edited) Got my wagon on Friday. Very pleased with it - for such a boring wagon, I cant stop looking at it! It took me ages to find and operate the tail lamp switch, but It gave me something to do whilst waiting for Amazon to deliver the batteries! (Why do Amazon insist on showing you 3000 things you don't want when you've specifically selected to search for a specific type of item?) As the real thing were built at the very start of my very short, time period modelled, I've had to try and be very sparing with the weathering, but am pleased with the result. I've just noticed the wonky buffer. Edited April 19 by ba14eagle photos reattached 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium stephennicholson Posted February 22, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 22, 2021 53 minutes ago, ba14eagle said: It took me ages to find and operate the tail lamp switch in anticipation of this being a faff, I have ordered a latching magnetic reed switch to have a go at the magic wand method of turning on and off. My own is making its way from Cornwall currently, I will post my success or otherwise in this thread. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Revolution Ben Posted February 22, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 22, 2021 1 hour ago, ba14eagle said: ... for such a boring wagon, I cant stop looking at it!... Is there such a thing as a boring wagon???? cheers Ben A. 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steadfast Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 21 hours ago, Ben A said: Is there such a thing as a boring wagon???? Wahheeyy! I'm not the only one! Jo 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
westie7 Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 These are simply stunning. I had forgotten I had ordered them actually before I went N... Ah well back in the box Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium stephennicholson Posted February 24, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 24, 2021 Now with easy on and off. Latching Reed switches available from layouts4u.net 3 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flagman Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 Received mine a couple of days ago and they are superb wagons, certainly not boring! They join other Kernow models i have but are the first Revolution ones and with the quality of these i'm looking forward to the IWA wagons and hopefully a Cartic in OO. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Revolution Mike Posted February 25, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 25, 2021 On 24/02/2021 at 22:04, stephennicholson said: Now with easy on and off. Latching Reed switches available from layouts4u.net Superb work! 14 hours ago, Flagman said: Received mine a couple of days ago and they are superb wagons, certainly not boring! They join other Kernow models i have but are the first Revolution ones and with the quality of these i'm looking forward to the IWA wagons and hopefully a Cartic in OO. Thanks! We’re glad that you like them! Cheers Mike 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Phil Mc Posted February 26, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 26, 2021 Just got my Revolution/KMRC IZA cargowaggon out of its box. It's a lovely looking wagon. I went for the tail-lamp fitted version, and there's plenty of room to carry out the same modification as I did to a tail-lamp fitted MMA recently. The NEM pocket was removed from the lamp end, which left a convenient gap into the body to pass the wires through. The wheelsets have got a 'live' axle, so DCCconcepts pickup springs were slid onto each axle. Wires were fed through and connected to an anti-flicker/rectifier unit. Same as the MMA, a resistor was soldered to the inside connector of one battery holder (still not sure if it's necessary, but not risking trying it without!!) -ve wire soldered to the resistor, +ve wire soldered to outside connector of other battery holder. All bare wires covered with heatshrink tubing as I went along. After testing, the wires were tidied up, and jobs a good'un. The underfloor switch still works if needed, but I reckon once it's weathered, the wagon will be a permanent fixture at the rear of an enterprise rake, so I can just leave the lamp permanently switched on. Cheers, Phil. 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Gilbert Posted February 26, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 26, 2021 35 minutes ago, Phil Mc said: Just got my Revolution/KMRC IZA cargowaggon out of its box. It's a lovely looking wagon. I went for the tail-lamp fitted version, and there's plenty of room to carry out the same modification as I did to a tail-lamp fitted MMA recently. The NEM pocket was removed from the lamp end, which left a convenient gap into the body to pass the wires through. The wheelsets have got a 'live' axle, so DCCconcepts pickup springs were slid onto each axle. Wires were fed through and connected to an anti-flicker/rectifier unit. Same as the MMA, a resistor was soldered to the inside connector of one battery holder (still not sure if it's necessary, but not risking trying it without!!) -ve wire soldered to the resistor, +ve wire soldered to outside connector of other battery holder. All bare wires covered with heatshrink tubing as I went along. After testing, the wires were tidied up, and jobs a good'un. The underfloor switch still works if needed, but I reckon once it's weathered, the wagon will be a permanent fixture at the rear of an enterprise rake, so I can just leave the lamp permanently switched on. Cheers, Phil. I know I could always dig out the instructions ..but how easy was it to remove the body? I have an un-lamped version but would like to add a bit more weight.. Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium stephennicholson Posted February 26, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 26, 2021 1 hour ago, Gilbert said: I know I could always dig out the instructions ..but how easy was it to remove the body? I have an un-lamped version but would like to add a bit more weight.. Chris very easy. just two screws underneath 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Phil Mc Posted February 26, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 26, 2021 ^^ What he said !!^^ Remove the screws, the body is a nice close fit, but just lifts off easily. No clips to break your nails with ! cheers, Phil. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold tetsudofan Posted February 28, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 28, 2021 Not a great pic put shows the full set of vans: Keith 6 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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