Grimleygrid Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Hi Dave, found this photo earlier which you may be of interest: https://flic.kr/p/9C1saM This album from Dave F will no doubt brighten your Wednesday! https://flic.kr/s/aHsjuzaRo1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 19, 2015 Author Share Posted August 19, 2015 Hi Dave, found this photo earlier which you may be of interest: https://flic.kr/p/9C1saM This album from Dave F will no doubt brighten your Wednesday! https://flic.kr/s/aHsjuzaRo1 Thanks Alex. I actually found that photo of Haymarket yesterday while trawling flickr for photos of the depot. There are some very useful shots on there. As a result of the new photos I found, I'm now in the process of modifying the new shed a little. That album from Dave F is fantastic. Will have a good look at it later. Thanks for the tip! Cheers Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 19, 2015 Author Share Posted August 19, 2015 Viewed from track level, the bulk of 47470 becomes more apparent... 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morphaniel Posted August 22, 2015 Share Posted August 22, 2015 Dave, Bit late replying to this but a couple of years ago, there was a stand at Workington Model Show from a model shop in Botany Bay that specialised in American kit buildings (certainly Walthers but a fairly broad choice). I rarely go to Botany Bay myself but Googling does turn up a reference to Hoyles Model Railways The Shunters Yard, which I guess is them, if they're still there... Roger Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 23, 2015 Author Share Posted August 23, 2015 Hi folks, Just a quick update on the progress made on the first depot building. After some research on flickr looking for photos of Haymarket depot, I have now modified the sides of this building, adding the "windows" on either side. These seemed to be so mucky that it was impossible to tell they were translucent, at least from the outside, so I've not worried about making them transparent. I'm much happier with the look of the building now and I think it looks much closer to the prototype, so after some fettling and touching up, it will be on to the painting stage. Interior detail such as girders, etc. will be added after I've done the basic spraying (which will be rail grey with the "windows" a darker shade). Still plenty of work to be done, especially on the corners, but I'm getting there... Cheers for now, Dave 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 23, 2015 Author Share Posted August 23, 2015 (edited) Hi folks, I put this post on my Great North Run thread, but I thought I'd be cheeky and post it here too. In order words, a shameless bare-faced bump as there are only three weeks to go now. Yikes. I've managed to raise over £450 so far, including gift aid, with more to come hopefully, so please do sponsor me whatever you can afford. I'm getting greedy now and aiming for £600. Got my running number last week. Disappointed not to be running under a bone fide loco TOPS number. Running as a Class 27 would have been good. Close, but not close enough. I see Mo Farah is running again this year, which has dented my prospects a little, as he's quite good apparently and won it last year. If I can cut just an hour or so off my expected time, I might stand a chance. What is so unfair though is that he gets a head start on the rest of us. Every time I've done it I've been tucked in nicely behind the leading pack for quite a while. But then the starting gun goes and I've tended to fall behind after that. Training is not going too badly, although set back by two weeks holiday and a slight injury trying to do too much on the first run back. I've only got three weeks left in which to step it up now. Scary. I'm really looking forward to it, as it is always great fun, but it has been quite a commitment. I'm approaching 400 training miles so far this year. That's a lot of modelling time missed! Anything you can give will be greatly appreciated, not just by me of course but also by Children with Cancer UK and the ultimate beneficiaries - the children themselves. A huge huge thank you to the RMWebbers who have already stumped up their hard-earned cash for the cause. The link is http://uk.virginmone...rUrl=DavidSegar Cheers Dave Edited August 23, 2015 by Waverley West 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold colin penfold Posted August 23, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 23, 2015 Aah yes the old 27/6. I remember them, larger fuel tanks to run further. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 23, 2015 Author Share Posted August 23, 2015 Aah yes the old 27/6. I remember them, larger fuel tanks to run further. Of course, Colin, do you know, I'd clean forgotten about those! Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 Nice work Dave, I do like depot buildings. Very sad I know! But, there is something about diesel depots and seeing locos stabled up. In my opinion...... That's not to say that I don't like seeing them working, on the contrary, as I most certainly do, I have always enjoyed visiting depots. Must be from my days as a teen! Looking forward to seeing your next update. Sorry for waffling on! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 (edited) Hi folks, Just another pitstop update... Work on the first depot building is progressing and has now moved on to the painting stage, even though the building itself is not quite complete or detailed yet. I thought I'd do the basic colours and then add pre-sprayed/painted details to make painting easier. The cladding has been sprayed rail grey and weathered and the side "windows" have also been painted, although I think these are a little dark at the moment. I have also applied the first coat of brick colour on the brick base. Plenty to do yet but I think it's starting to look how I want it to now. Hope to get some more done this weekend. Cheers for now, Dave Edited August 28, 2015 by Waverley West 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crisis Rail Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Hi folks, Just a quick update on the progress made on the first depot building. After some research on flickr looking for photos of Haymarket depot, I have now modified the sides of this building, adding the "windows" on either side. These seemed to be so mucky that it was impossible to tell they were translucent, at least from the outside, so I've not worried about making them transparent. I'm much happier with the look of the building now and I think it looks much closer to the prototype, so after some fettling and touching up, it will be on to the painting stage. Interior detail such as girders, etc. will be added after I've done the basic spraying (which will be rail grey with the "windows" a darker shade). Still plenty of work to be done, especially on the corners, but I'm getting there... Depot building 1 4.jpg Depot building 1 3.jpg Cheers for now, Dave Good stuff - always looks the part with a primer coat - shows up where to put the filler as well ian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 (edited) 47461 stands outside the unfinished depot building... Edited August 28, 2015 by Waverley West 19 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 You beat me to it Dave, I was just going to say that I am looking forward to seeing a ScotRail 47 outside the shed...et voila! The shed is really coming alive now. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack374 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Wow that last picture I had to look twice at! What colour do you spray the track Dave? An overall misting of RM sleeper grime? Thanks, Jack. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 (edited) Wow that last picture I had to look twice at! What colour do you spray the track Dave? An overall misting of RM sleeper grime? Thanks, Jack. Hi Jack A mixture of RM Sleeper Grime, Roof Dirt and Weathered Black using aerosols. My favoured weathering combination. Hope that helps! Edit: I find that using the aerosols guarantees a nice matt finish. Cheers Dave Edited August 28, 2015 by Waverley West Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 29, 2015 Author Share Posted August 29, 2015 (edited) Hi folks, Well, I've been home alone for the past couple of days, so I've had quite a bit of time to set about the new depot building. Initial weathering has now been done and it's starting to look the part a bit more now. A little more weathering remains to be done, along with the fitting of some internal structure, details, lights and signs. The dimensions and to some extent the proportions are quite different from the real building, but I think it captures the essence of the shed within the constraints of the space I have available, which is my aim with the whole layout really. I'm looking forward to plonking it on the layout and moving on to the next one now. Cheers Dave Edited August 29, 2015 by Waverley West 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.C.M Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 Looks good Dave, You might just inspire me to start my loco shed. Cheers Peter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d winpenny Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 Looking great really good job David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 29, 2015 Author Share Posted August 29, 2015 (edited) Hi folks, Just thought I'd post some shots of one of Waverley West's original InterCity-liveried HST. This set has been completely resprayed and fitted with South West Digital sounds chips, one in each power car. 43064 City of York... and E41071... The coaches in this rake have been fitted with Shawplan LazerGlaze and etched window frames. The interiors were painted and passengers installed. It wasn't cheap and it took a long time to do the whole rake, but I reckon it was worth it. A close-up of one of the bogies under the Mk 3. No sniggering at the back, please. Cheers for now, Dave Edited August 29, 2015 by Waverley West 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
class"66" Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 Realy nice job on your TMD building.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 29, 2015 Author Share Posted August 29, 2015 (edited) Another shot of the Mk 3. A friendly wave from one of the younger passengers on board.... Edited August 29, 2015 by Waverley West 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 29, 2015 Author Share Posted August 29, 2015 (edited) 47642 Strathisla running light engine... Edited August 29, 2015 by Waverley West 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 29, 2015 Author Share Posted August 29, 2015 (edited) Hi folks, Nipped down to Waverley West this afternoon as the sun was shining. There was a good variety of traction on show, including 60009, 47707, an InterCity-liveried HST and 101/107/150 DMUs... Waverley Bridge was busy... And finally for now, one for all you fans of buses on bridges... Cheers Dave Edited August 29, 2015 by Waverley West 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bescotbeast Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 Hi folks, Just thought I'd post a couple of pics of 47510 Fair Rosamund which is now running very sweetly after a complete strip-down and overhaul... First up, a quick snatched photo as she appears out of The Mound Tunnel after being given the road to cross over to the Aberdeen route... 47510 3.jpg Followed a few seconds later as she runs through Princes St. Gardens with a rake of Mk 1s and 2ds in tow ... 47510 5.jpg Cheers Dave May I ask where you obtained these signals from Dave? I'm after some 3 aspects with feathers and subs for my own layout. Thanks Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waverley West Posted August 29, 2015 Author Share Posted August 29, 2015 (edited) May I ask where you obtained these signals from Dave? I'm after some 3 aspects with feathers and subs for my own layout. Thanks Simon Hi Simon, They were originally made by Roger Murray, whose business has now been taken over by Matt Turner of Absolute Aspects. Cheers Dave Edited August 29, 2015 by Waverley West Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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