millerhillboy Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 8 hours ago, Auchend1nny said: Cheers, aye definitely going for a bit of late eighties bleakness! The pub and the paper shop are superb as well. Really like the Edinburgh Evening news markings, superbly observed. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Legend Posted February 23, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 23, 2021 Even the tile floor entrance on pub entrance . It just soo reminds me of somewhere , I just can’t remember where ! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alcanman Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 Those tenement buildings are outstanding and you have the stone colour just right. The stone work reminded me of this photo I took at Waverley. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad McCann Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 (edited) 13 hours ago, Auchend1nny said: Thanks for all the replies, very encouraging. Here’s the locos I have so far, all in various stages of completion; Heljan class 26, livery as it came but weathered with brushed on water-based oil paints. I’ve got some laserglaze for it but not been brave enough to attempt fitting it yet. Otherwise just needs buffer beam pipes and the like. And a good dusting judging from the photo! That's wonderful, bud! Layout looks amazing though I'd be creeping under that bridge in a decker, given the limited headroom. Tenement looking fantastic too. To me, this couldn't be anywhere else in the world but Leith. Followed. Davy. Edited February 23, 2021 by Mad McCann Context. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roddy Angus Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 1 hour ago, Mad McCann said: To me, this couldn't be anywhere else in the world but Leith. But there isn't anywhere else in the world but Leith! Roddy 1 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
virginhst539 Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 Wow! first glance at the buildings and Roseburn street jumped straight to mind. You have captured the architectural style of Edinburgh fantastically. Looking forward to watching the layout progress JT 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
D6775 Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 20 hours ago, Auchend1nny said: Thanks, the tenements are made from a material called Foamex, you can buy sheets of it off eBay fairly cheap. I then carve the stone courses with an old dart. It’s much softer than plasticard but still holds its shape and seems to stay square. After that it’s painted with acrylic artist paints. The sash windows are from Smart Models. Progress on them has stalled a bit the last few months while I’ve been relaying the track but I’ll hopefully get back to them soon. Mark I keep reading about this Foamex stuff, I'll have to get hold of some and have a play. Those buildings would be absolutely perfect for our 7mm venture. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Alex TM Posted February 23, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 23, 2021 Hi there, This is impressive and oozes atmosphere. Your first photo is reminiscent of the line that came down from Powderhall to Granton, and was only ripped up in the '80s. At the foot of the gradient the line took an almost ninety degree turn as it crossed the local road, and continued down an embankment to the harbour area. Although the line and bridge are long gone, it has only been a couple of years since they sorted out the road junction underneath it. Looking forward to seeing this develop. Regards, Alex. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 9 hours ago, Alcanman said: Those tenement buildings are outstanding and you have the stone colour just right. The stone work reminded me of this photo I took at Waverley. Lovely photo, gives a good idea of ballast colour in those days. Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 12 hours ago, millerhillboy said: The pub and the paper shop are superb as well. Really like the Edinburgh Evening news markings, superbly observed. The paper shop transfers are based on a newsagents on Broughton St. It still has the old Evening News branding on it. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 7 hours ago, Mad McCann said: That's wonderful, bud! Layout looks amazing though I'd be creeping under that bridge in a decker, given the limited headroom. Tenement looking fantastic too. To me, this couldn't be anywhere else in the world but Leith. Followed. Davy. Might need some flashing lights on it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 20 hours ago, Derekstuart said: Mark, that's really impressive. Although the track layout is different, this is really reminiscent of a place in Edinburgh, though I am damned if I can remember where. It had a chip shop on the corner, with the railway up on the embankment. Based on the stock that went past it might well have been the Edinburgh- Carstairs line. Instantly recognisable- even without the AN68 Atlanteans (I can still recall their growling engines and the 'peep' of the fast-changing (for the era) pneumocylic gearboxes.) Followed. There’s a couple of over bridges like that on Gorgie Road. Thanks 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 38 minutes ago, D6775 said: I keep reading about this Foamex stuff, I'll have to get hold of some and have a play. Those buildings would be absolutely perfect for our 7mm venture. There’s plenty on eBay, not as cheap as it used to be though. I generally use the 2mm thick stuff in A4 sheets as that gives a scale wall thickness of 150mm (6”). I then strengthen inside with scrap card and cheaper stuff. You’d probably want 3 or 5mm for models in O gauge. Carves so easily with anything pointy and the marks stay. There’s usually a thin plastic film on one or both sides, remember to peel it off before you work with it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 19 minutes ago, Alex TM said: Hi there, This is impressive and oozes atmosphere. Your first photo is reminiscent of the line that came down from Powderhall to Granton, and was only ripped up in the '80s. At the foot of the gradient the line took an almost ninety degree turn as it crossed the local road, and continued down an embankment to the harbour area. Although the line and bridge are long gone, it has only been a couple of years since they sorted out the road junction underneath it. Looking forward to seeing this develop. Regards, Alex. Yep, that’s just the kind of look I’m going for. thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PJ10 Posted February 23, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 23, 2021 Fantastic modelling. The tenement and paper shop are superb. As for the pub, it looks almost exactly like a watering hole we used to go into for refreshments after training. It wasn't green then but I've just looked on google and its green now. Thanks for bringing back some great memories. Looking forward to watching this develop. PJ10 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted March 1, 2021 Author Share Posted March 1, 2021 (edited) This week; progress on a BDA wagon. Some sprung bogies from Stenson Models. Good soldering practice! Edited January 25 by Auchend1nny Photos re-uploaded Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted March 2, 2021 Author Share Posted March 2, 2021 (edited) Really nice little kit with good clear instructions. They glide along the track lovely. Just the cast side frames to fit. Edited January 25 by Auchend1nny Photos re-uploaded Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted March 2, 2021 Author Share Posted March 2, 2021 (edited) And a start made on the Cambrian kit model that will sit on the bogies.. Edited January 25 by Auchend1nny Photos re-uploaded 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim76 Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 On 23/02/2021 at 09:57, Derekstuart said: Mark, that's really impressive. Although the track layout is different, this is really reminiscent of a place in Edinburgh, though I am damned if I can remember where. It had a chip shop on the corner, with the railway up on the embankment. Based on the stock that went past it might well have been the Edinburgh- Carstairs line. Instantly recognisable- even without the AN68 Atlanteans (I can still recall their growling engines and the 'peep' of the fast-changing (for the era) pneumocylic gearboxes.) Followed. Sounds like it could be in Gorgie. Used to live in both Gorgie and Roseburn. The layout is excellent and very reminiscent of Edinburgh / Leith. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted March 3, 2021 Author Share Posted March 3, 2021 13 hours ago, Jim76 said: Sounds like it could be in Gorgie. Used to live in both Gorgie and Roseburn. The layout is excellent and very reminiscent of Edinburgh / Leith. Thanks very much. Will post more on progress shortly. Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Kylestrome Posted March 3, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted March 3, 2021 On 22/02/2021 at 23:09, Auchend1nny said: Also needs glazing - must be my least favourite job, always end up with glue on fingers and the glazing. There are ways of avoiding that. My favoured way of flush glazing is to use 0.5mm acrylic sheet with each individual window pane filed to be a tight fit (usually with a slightly tapered edge) in the window aperture – no glue needed. It's a time consuming job but well worth the effort. If using something like Laserglaze then secure with a little gloss varnish or Johnsons Klear 'painted' around the edges. In any case, going around the edges with a black marker pen before fixing will improve the appearance and cut down on internal reflections. HTH, David PS. Super modelling! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted March 4, 2021 Author Share Posted March 4, 2021 14 hours ago, Kylestrome said: There are ways of avoiding that. My favoured way of flush glazing is to use 0.5mm acrylic sheet with each individual window pane filed to be a tight fit (usually with a slightly tapered edge) in the window aperture – no glue needed. It's a time consuming job but well worth the effort. If using something like Laserglaze then secure with a little gloss varnish or Johnsons Klear 'painted' around the edges. In any case, going around the edges with a black marker pen before fixing will improve the appearance and cut down on internal reflections. HTH, David PS. Super modelling! Thanks for the tip, I’ll try with the gloss varnish. I always thought Klear was no longer available? Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunmar Posted March 4, 2021 Share Posted March 4, 2021 On 21/02/2021 at 18:18, Auchend1nny said: A few more pics of the layout under conversion; Board track joints in DCC concepts pre-tinned sleeper strips - once ballasted and weathered I hope they will be virtually un-noticeable. Simple fiddle yard; Track laying in EM almost complete, just the three siding ends and buffers to lay... Mark Hi Mark, Just catching up with your layout. The buildings are superb. Can you please let me have the correct description of the DCC Concepts track section that you are using to bridge the join as I can't seem to find it on their website. Cheers, Bill. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve1 Posted March 4, 2021 Share Posted March 4, 2021 Impressed with what you have achieved so far. Definitely my kind of layout. Have you tried Glue''n'Glaze for fitting the Lazerglaze? Works for me. https://deluxematerials.co.uk/products/glue-n-glaze steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auchend1nny Posted March 5, 2021 Author Share Posted March 5, 2021 (edited) On 04/03/2021 at 19:57, Dunmar said: Hi Mark, Just catching up with your layout. The buildings are superb. Can you please let me have the correct description of the DCC Concepts track section that you are using to bridge the join as I can't seem to find it on their website. Cheers, Bill. Thanks very much. The product I used were these; https://www.dccconcepts.com/product/legacy-models-80x-pre-etched-sleepers-1-6mm-4mm-scale-straight-track/ I’d bought a packet a while back for a project that never got anywhere. What I did was break off three sleepers at a time, still joined together - on one side of the join I broke off the ends of the middle sleeper outside the rails. On the other side of the board join I broke off the ends of the two outside sleepers. When you put it together it looks like the sleeper spacing continues across the joint. When I do the ballasting I’ll ballast over the the shortened sleepers and hopefully hide them. Here’s a pic showing both types of trimmed sleepers side by side. On the adjoining board that’s reversed... Hope that makes sense! The remaining 60 odd sleepers I used for my fiddle yard.. Mark Edited January 25 by Auchend1nny Photos re-uploaded 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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