RMweb Gold Dicky L Posted May 2, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 2, 2021 (edited) I haven’t seen a thread for the HNRC 20s on here, so I thought I would take the opportunity to start one. I received two 20311 this week with a view to getting one renumbered to 20314. Prior to the renumber and Weathering I decided to upgrade the speakers. I have found that the Rail Exclusive Baby Boomer is a perfect fit and the results have surpassed my expectations. I have previously been critical of the Bachmann for not having working marker lights on this model along with the lack of speaker space, I almost cancelled my pre-order because of this. Whilst I am still disappointed with the marker light situation the Baby Boomer replacing the factory fitted speakers has made the sound immense in my opinion and this really is a great model from Bachmann. Edited May 2, 2021 by Dicky L 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dicky L Posted May 2, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted May 2, 2021 Here’s the video of the speaker upgraded 20s in action 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dicky L Posted May 6, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted May 6, 2021 With Bachmanns announcement of 20314 yesterday I am sure many others like myself purchased 2 x 311 to renumber one of them. It seems to make little sense to release the 2 separately when these locos normally operate as a pair. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold adb968008 Posted May 6, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 6, 2021 4 minutes ago, Dicky L said: With Bachmanns announcement of 20314 yesterday I am sure many others like myself purchased 2 x 311 to renumber one of them. It seems to make little sense to release the 2 separately when these locos normally operate as a pair. I’m surprised another compass didnt join it. That would have bowled me as I have 4 of them to renumber ! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dicky L Posted May 6, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted May 6, 2021 37 minutes ago, adb968008 said: I’m surprised another compass didnt join it. That would have bowled me as I have 4 of them to renumber ! They are probably saving that one for Autumn 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
XChris Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 14 hours ago, adb968008 said: I’m surprised another compass didnt join it. That would have bowled me as I have 4 of them to renumber ! I wouldn't be surprised if they release one of the early modified ones without the top headlight. Slightly derailing the thread but I'd like to see the other GBRF liveried 20 done... then it can join my 20901 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRGREWCOCK Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 Rails Of Sheffield email just received stating that HNRC 20314 is now in Stock. Is that right? Didnt think was due until July? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dicky L Posted May 13, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted May 13, 2021 20 minutes ago, MRGREWCOCK said: Rails Of Sheffield email just received stating that HNRC 20314 is now in Stock. Is that right? Didnt think was due until July? That’s right showing in stock on the website Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
XChris Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 Got the email to say rails had got them so I can only assume that they are in stock and other places will get them soon. Looks like that's me emptying my wallet again... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnC Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 I have just updated the speakers in my HNRC pair and what a difference in sound quality. I followed the advice of Richard on Roads and Rails and fitted two mini mega base speakers in each loco (Richard demonstrates fitting on YouTube). if you want to hear result, I have posted a couple of clips on Instagram (johnclark568) John 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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