georgeT Posted September 7, 2021 Author Share Posted September 7, 2021 Having lost a lot of enthusiasm latley on 'Moss Lane' l have decided to move it on to someone who has shown a lot of interest in it lately as it is without the buildings, so after a bit of haggling l have sold 'Moss Lane', so whats next ? maybe a small diesel depot were no wagons and coaches are involved ?... 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brossard Posted September 7, 2021 Share Posted September 7, 2021 Wow, George that seems sudden. Perhaps for the best if your mojo has gone walkabout. I'm kind of in favour of a freight only layout. Passenger ops don't offer much of interest. Train pulls in, loco runs round and reattaches, train pulls out. Passenger stock is nice to see and I have some (enough I think). As for stock, yes, 0 gauge locos are very dear, Heljan anyway. It really focuses the mind on what you REALLY need instead of buying everything that comes out as some in 00 seem to do. I've been doing 0 for about 6 years and in that time I've built up a very diverse fleet of freight stock. Some RTR but mostly kits. My recollection is that basic wagons have always had a price point of ~40.00, whether RTR or kit. My preference is kit I think. Problem now is that I probably have all the stock I need, what to do? I'm always on the lookout for interesting wagons. ATB John 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted September 7, 2021 Share Posted September 7, 2021 27 minutes ago, georgeT said: Having lost a lot of enthusiasm latley on 'Moss Lane' l have decided to move it on to someone who has shown a lot of interest in it lately as it is without the buildings, so after a bit of haggling l have sold 'Moss Lane', so whats next ? maybe a small diesel depot were no wagons and coaches are involved ?... Glad its gone for you mate, now you can move on to your favourite type of Layout, a nice Depot. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
47606odin Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 (edited) 8 hours ago, brossard said: It really focuses the mind on what you REALLY need instead of buying everything that comes out as some in 00 seem to do. I agree having got 2 50’s, EWS 37, and a 45 all of which either never ran or are out of era….because they were there. And I now have more class 33’s that you can throw a stick at, when I was only going to have 3….. hahaha and now got 2 56’s on order when I only want one… Edited September 8, 2021 by 47606odin 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwr Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 3 hours ago, 47606odin said: I agree having got 2 50’s, EWS 37, and a 45 all of which either never ran or are out of era….because they were there. And I now have more class 33’s that you can throw a stick at, when I was only going to have 3….. hahaha and now got 2 56’s on order when I only want one… Sorry you can never have too many 56's Paul R 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 12 hours ago, brossard said: Wow, George that seems sudden. Perhaps for the best if your mojo has gone walkabout. I'm kind of in favour of a freight only layout. Passenger ops don't offer much of interest. Train pulls in, loco runs round and reattaches, train pulls out. Passenger stock is nice to see and I have some (enough I think). As for stock, yes, 0 gauge locos are very dear, Heljan anyway. It really focuses the mind on what you REALLY need instead of buying everything that comes out as some in 00 seem to do. I've been doing 0 for about 6 years and in that time I've built up a very diverse fleet of freight stock. Some RTR but mostly kits. My recollection is that basic wagons have always had a price point of ~40.00, whether RTR or kit. My preference is kit I think. Problem now is that I probably have all the stock I need, what to do? I'm always on the lookout for interesting wagons. ATB John Hi John, l know what you mean about wagons as l have followed your wagon threads many a time, the big problem with O gauge is many of us just dont have the room we would like and can never make the layout we dream of, l bought two coaches thinking it would be ok, (Wrong) with a class 37 you are looking at nearly 5' long and on a scenic layout of 10' it looked silly, so l think l will be modelling a small diesel depot from now on...l also have a 56 and 66 on order (WHY) l ask myself Hahahaha... 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwr Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 Didn't you mention you were getting a 73 as well! Paul R 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 12 minutes ago, pwr said: Didn't you mention you were getting a 73 as well! Paul R Forgot that one Paul, guess l will have to add a third rail in the depot ? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gismorail Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 You been mixing with the wrong sort George ....again that Peter's fellow from Ampshire To be fair if your hearts not into the subject move on ...NEXT...look forward to be new adventure 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnaby Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 (edited) 16 hours ago, georgeT said: Having lost a lot of enthusiasm latley on 'Moss Lane' l have decided to move it on to someone who has shown a lot of interest in it lately as it is without the buildings, so after a bit of haggling l have sold 'Moss Lane', so whats next ? maybe a small diesel depot were no wagons and coaches are involved ?... EEEEEK that was sudden George. Will it still show on here to follow its progress, I hope so. Well I look forward to your next layout build but will that follow on from here maybe entitled Moss Lane Depot . Keep searching for your mojo and when you find it put a link on here so I can follow your next build please as you're one of the ones that helps me to keep hold of my layout build mojo. best Edited September 8, 2021 by Barnaby 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddys-blues Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 18 hours ago, georgeT said: Having lost a lot of enthusiasm latley on 'Moss Lane' l have decided to move it on to someone who has shown a lot of interest in it lately as it is without the buildings, so after a bit of haggling l have sold 'Moss Lane', so whats next ? maybe a small diesel depot were no wagons and coaches are involved ?... Is this Andy P in disguise ?? !!! Sorry to hear this George, it was coming on a treat. Good luck with the next adventure then Best regards Craig. 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brossard Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 6 hours ago, georgeT said: Hi John, l know what you mean about wagons as l have followed your wagon threads many a time, the big problem with O gauge is many of us just dont have the room we would like and can never make the layout we dream of, l bought two coaches thinking it would be ok, (Wrong) with a class 37 you are looking at nearly 5' long and on a scenic layout of 10' it looked silly, so l think l will be modelling a small diesel depot from now on...l also have a 56 and 66 on order (WHY) l ask myself Hahahaha... We are all space constrained I think, unless you are Pete Waterman. I am fortunate to have space for a 21' long layout, incl. sector plate. IMO, the thing to be doing is to show the community what can be done in a small space. There are a fair number of these around and I have something in the works. This will dispel the notion that you need a very large space in which to do 0 and perhaps draw in more people. The roundy roundy gang will still be out of luck I fear. I'll be keeping an eye on your work. John 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwr Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 For Sale 2nd Hand Mojo's - one careful owner. Full service history, boxed and 3 month warranty. Postage Extra but can arrange next day delivery. Apply by DM! 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 6 hours ago, gismorail said: You been mixing with the wrong sort George ....again that Peter's fellow from Ampshire To be fair if your hearts not into the subject move on ...NEXT...look forward to be new adventure Hello Martin, l lost the mojo long before Bodgit started his sell off, the good thing is l am still modelling in O gauge, just need to get mind on something l enjoy, thats why l think a depot of sorts is the answer?.. 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 1 hour ago, pwr said: For Sale 2nd Hand Mojo's - one careful owner. Full service history, boxed and 3 month warranty. Postage Extra but can arrange next day delivery. Apply by DM! Spot on buddy.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 2 hours ago, brossard said: We are all space constrained I think, unless you are Pete Waterman. I am fortunate to have space for a 21' long layout, incl. sector plate. IMO, the thing to be doing is to show the community what can be done in a small space. There are a fair number of these around and I have something in the works. This will dispel the notion that you need a very large space in which to do 0 and perhaps draw in more people. The roundy roundy gang will still be out of luck I fear. I'll be keeping an eye on your work. John l take your point john, l have built plenty of depot layouts in the past, but never in O gauge, so l am doodling all possible options as to a track plan, but no more extending fiddle yards... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 4 hours ago, muddys-blues said: Is this Andy P in disguise ?? !!! Sorry to hear this George, it was coming on a treat. Good luck with the next adventure then Best regards Craig. hello craig, l was never happy with the points l had built, just didn't file enough away on the point blades and they needed lots of adjustments, plus l never motorised them causing all sorts of trouble, so l have loads of peco track to use this time.. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Major Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 George, I like your idea of a small diesel depot. This could include a small roofless ex steam shed housing the diesels. You could go to town on its internal detail with everything on show. The possibilities are limitless! Ian. 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 59 minutes ago, Ian Major said: George, I like your idea of a small diesel depot. This could include a small roofless ex steam shed housing the diesels. You could go to town on its internal detail with everything on show. The possibilities are limitless! Ian. Great minds think alike lan, l like the idea of an old steam shed, well done . 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 1 hour ago, georgeT said: Great minds think alike lan, l like the idea of an old steam shed, well done . A FULL interior with all the signs, tools and every day things inside and out. sounds good to me. Taking a leaf out of Trevor Toon's OO Gauge Shed, from my Swad Lane maybe? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 35 minutes ago, Andrew P said: A FULL interior with all the signs, tools and every day things inside and out. sounds good to me. Taking a leaf out of Trevor Toon's OO Gauge Shed, from my Swad Lane maybe? Inspirational stuff there Bodgit, plenty to think about, thanks mate.. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
47606odin Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 old steam shed…….there’s an idea Hither Green is mine, keep yer ‘ands orf 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Adrian Stevenson Posted September 9, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 9, 2021 Sept edition of Model Rail Magazine has an article on former steam sheds in the diesel era which might give some inspiration? 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 9, 2021 Author Share Posted September 9, 2021 1 hour ago, Adrian Stevenson said: Sept edition of Model Rail Magazine has an article on former steam sheds in the diesel era which might give some inspiration? Thanks Ade, Will look out for that mag, cheers. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnaby Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 On 24/08/2021 at 14:33, georgeT said: Now l have started some work on 'Moss Lane' doing the mortar on the buildings with very watered down white acrylic, and it looks good when dry and takes no time at all to do... George just a quick question on the next to last of your pictures in this post. It shows some labelling on stock drawers in the background which looks like a Dymo tool labeller or similar was used. Which one did you use as I want to sort out my work room so probably a portable label printer will be best for me. Best Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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