MrWolf Posted February 22, 2021 Share Posted February 22, 2021 48 minutes ago, chuffinghell said: Will do sir I should think so lad! 1 4 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 23, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 23, 2021 (edited) I’ve finished the roof (not much to it though reallly) added filler where needed and left it overnight. First thing I did when I got home from work was sand down the filler, file the openings square and lay down a coat of primer I'm really pleased how it’s turned out, I glued in a couple of gussets to hold its shape so it can be easily removable (hopefully) I wasn’t too happy with the truss frame though mainly because I struggled to fill the gaps so I’m redoing it, however having rechecked my drawing of the shed body the original thickness of the styrene would be okay (just looked too thin) I’d rather do it more than once and be happy with it than f@rt about trying to turn a sow's ear into a silk purse Plus I didn’t take as much care with making it as I should have, I kinda rushed it to get it done Edited February 23, 2021 by chuffinghell 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 23, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 23, 2021 (edited) I’m still holding off ordering the body from Shapeways until I know what the deal is with import duty etc I’m assuming it’s now the same as it used to be ordering outside of Europe (ie you pay the VAT and duty to the courier) but Shapeways doesn’t appear to be able to give me a definite answer I've gone to UK companies for quotes but they tend to be twice the price, so much for buying UK Edited February 23, 2021 by chuffinghell 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold simonmcp Posted February 23, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 23, 2021 There's a thread in 3d printing about outsourcing companies, I haven't tried any of them so can't recommend one but some look okay and apparently allow you to see a approximate cost of the finished item. I would offer to print it for you but my Aldi FDM printer is not a good enough quality ( I only paid £150 for it). Simon 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWolf Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 You can't make a silk purse out of a sows ear, but you can use it to make a novelty mobile phone case..... 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 23, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 23, 2021 12 minutes ago, MrWolf said: You can't make a silk purse out of a sows ear, but you can use it to make a novelty mobile phone case..... I was originally going to say you can’t polish a t*rd but you can roll it in glitter 1 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 23, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 23, 2021 (edited) 25 minutes ago, simonmcp said: There's a thread in 3d printing about outsourcing companies, I haven't tried any of them so can't recommend one but some look okay and apparently allow you to see a approximate cost of the finished item. I would offer to print it for you but my Aldi FDM printer is not a good enough quality ( I only paid £150 for it). Simon Thank you for the offer Ideally I'd want it SLS printed as that tends to be cheaper because there’s no need for support material and the textured finish is good for stone look buildings (in my opinion at least) I’ll probably just take the chance and see what happens but until then I might as well build/kit bash everything else For small detailed parts I’ve been buying from CWRailways Edited February 23, 2021 by chuffinghell Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWolf Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 41 minutes ago, chuffinghell said: I was originally going to say you can’t polish a t*rd but you can roll it in glitter Fit it with Bluetooth and they'll all want one... 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 25, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 25, 2021 (edited) When I first started to draw up this goods shed I was asked by a few members if I could make it available on Shapeways for purchase..........so I have I've done two versions Version 1 (no internal detail) OO Gauge Goods Shed Shell (Version 1) Version 2 (with internal detail) OO Gauge Goods Shed Shell (Version 2) Version 2 has much thicker walls and is therefore more expensive I do not accept responsibility for the need to sell a kidney to purchase one Edited February 25, 2021 by chuffinghell Several attempts to get the links to work aarrrrgggg!!!! 6 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWolf Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 "Several attempts to get the links to work aarrrgggg!!!!" That's a case of: Be sure that no good deed will go un-punished.... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 25, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 25, 2021 27 minutes ago, MrWolf said: "Several attempts to get the links to work aarrrgggg!!!!" That's a case of: Be sure that no good deed will go un-punished.... I can't imagine anyone would buy one at those prices anyway 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 25, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 25, 2021 Started looking at the interior platform, first I used slaters sheet but I wasn’t keen so I’ve settled for a butchered up piece of Ratio platform edging (afterwards I remembered I was saving it for the canal sides....oops) Never mind because it looks better, to me anyway I will file the mortar grooves on the corners once the solvent has done it’s stuff 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWolf Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 I'm liking the way that this is going.... 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 25, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 25, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, MrWolf said: I'm liking the way that this is going.... I’ve started adding the steps so fingers crossed it’ll be in primer by the weekend I’ve also started to redo the trusses and I’m happier with how these are going I’ve used a saw to put a fine groove where the ‘timbers’ join They look a mess at the moment but I still need to do some sanding I’m planning on having this done over the weekend too...I’m on a mission! Edited February 25, 2021 by chuffinghell 11 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWolf Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 They are looking as good as anything you would find in a kit, really very good. I like the overhang on the steps too, not something that you often see modelled, the attention to detail sets it apart. I have just cleared everything off the two station boards, to finish getting the track and point motors wired then blast everything with sleeper grime and dark rust. Next job is the ballasting that someone keeps reminding me that they've volunteered for. So many opportunities to spend hours fiddling with connections and trying to make the trains run properly! 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 25, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 25, 2021 (edited) 18 minutes ago, MrWolf said: They are looking as good as anything you would find in a kit, really very good. I like the overhang on the steps too, not something that you often see modelled, the attention to detail sets it apart. Thanks Rob, trying my best as always (I’m very trying apparently) Once all the steps are on I need to round the corners I also need to trim the back edge of the inner platform and have the wooden deck overhang slightly too, luckily it works out as finishing with a full brick Edited February 25, 2021 by chuffinghell 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWolf Posted February 25, 2021 Share Posted February 25, 2021 That makes sense, much better to cut a little oversized. It's much easier to cut it off than stick it back on. That applies to pretty much all practical disciplines! 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 26, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 26, 2021 (edited) Roof truss 2.0 Having a full size drawing helps quite a bit Edited February 26, 2021 by chuffinghell 8 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 26, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 26, 2021 (edited) I’d cut the roof batterns a little too short but I’ve managed to shim it with a thin piece of styrene.....phew! Edited February 27, 2021 by chuffinghell Roof battens! Not cross beams....oops 7 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWolf Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 Nobody will know once the ridge timber is in anyway. Keep it up! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 26, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 26, 2021 (edited) 28 minutes ago, MrWolf said: Nobody will know once the ridge timber is in anyway. Keep it up! You’ll see it with the roof removed which is why I’ve made it neat, well it will be when filled and sanded I’m not bothering with a ridge beam, you have to imagine that’s stuck to the roof with the purlins when its removed (I’m leaving a gap if I decided to put lighting in but shhh! that’s a secret! because it might not work) For some reason I can’t get queens “I’m going slightly mad” out of my head..... I think I’ve officially lost the plot Edited February 26, 2021 by chuffinghell 14 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrWolf Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 There was a plot? Nobody told me! I thought we were as libbing / clutching at straws.... 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 26, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 26, 2021 1 minute ago, MrWolf said: There was a plot? Nobody told me! I thought we were as libbing / clutching at straws.... where ever it was I’ve lost it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 26, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 26, 2021 Probably too late to check to see if my roof fits..... ......thank Ffffffriday for that! 9 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold chuffinghell Posted February 26, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted February 26, 2021 (edited) Well it will be in primer before the day is out drilled the holes for the guttering Even though the fascia boards and gutters will be in the same colour (dark stone) I’m going to prime them separately because I need to paint it all in a wood colour first then mask it to paint the bargeboards, fascia and gutters afterwards Edited March 8, 2021 by chuffinghell 15 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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