Sunters Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 A fictional company, Sunters which derived from the late Heavy Haulage company from North Yorkshire that folded in the 1980's. I have reborn the company, who now specialise in Road/Rail transfers, Traction/Rolling stock repair, LGV repair & Heavy Haulage. The fictional company Sunters, has now been taken over by DB Schenker, but will retain some of their original identity. The layout is approx 8' x 2' DCC control, Peco Setrack, LED Lighting, Kit bashed buildings. I have been building this layout for just over two years now, I'm expecting it to take another couple, at least, I don't like to rush! This layout, any Loco's, Rolling stock & Road vehicles is fictional. Although some aspects are prototypical, some are not, I have an artistic/modellers licence (Please PM me if you want to see a copy!) To get things started I'll post some of the photo's taken so far. Any comments/criticisms will be well received! Enjoy! Cheers, Sunters. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 25, 2011 Author Share Posted August 25, 2011 Wow, not one comment so far! I'm very surprised, I must be doing something right then, or all you other members just don't like my first layout and are too kind to give any negative (or even positive) response! Any feedback would be welcome. Thanks, Sunters. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrighty Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Wow, not one comment so far! I'm very surprised, I must be doing something right then, or all you other members just don't like my first layout and are too kind to give any negative (or even positive) response! Any feedback would be welcome. Thanks, Sunters. Hi, I will happily be the first person to comment on this! I think this is a fantastic layout, I particularly like the lorries and other road vehicles you have. Where did you get the lorries from? Really looking forward to an update. Keep up the goodwork. I think I spotted some containers on your shelf? If so, can't wait to see them on the layout. Kind regards Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notanotherhobby Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Been watching this on the "other" forum. Been one of my favourites from the off. Keep up the good work, and lets see how it's progressing please. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip52LC Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Spotted this yesterday and like the mix between railway and road transport. Will be watching progress with interest as the standard of some heavy haulage vehicles is almost as good as the railway side. So long as there is a balance mix it should be a splendid layout particularly if loco's have sound fitted. Regards Philip Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 26, 2011 Author Share Posted August 26, 2011 Thank's all for your comments. @ Chris, the trucks are modded/re-painted Oxford/Corgi/Cararama, with parts from Kibri/Herpa. The containers will make some appearances, as I have a few Intermodals. @ Philip, sound locos are 1x 60 EWS, 1 x 08 EWS, 1x 37 DBS, 2 x 66's EWS & DBS. Most of the vehicles & accessories are not fixed down, as they will be placed in different areas for cameo scene photography (not playing with ! ) Cheers, Chris (Sunters) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
witherbrow Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 fantastic! i love it what a great idea Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andypops Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Have you used waterslide transfers to get the van liveried? Looks good, but I wouldn't like to have a go myself in case of ruining it! Looks a great layout, keep it up. Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 26, 2011 Author Share Posted August 26, 2011 Yes Andy, I make my own with MS Publisher & Lasertran decal paper, give it a go! you can remove them if they don't work out. Cheers, Chris. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 26, 2011 Author Share Posted August 26, 2011 The MANTGX 8x4 is nearly finished, just some more decals to add. Cheers, Chris. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluefredie Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Hi Chris Fantastic start I do like the Van on jacks inside the shed this has given me some further ideas for my own layout Looking foreward to further reports keep up the good work David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrighty Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Hi Chris, Really impressed with your code 3 lorries mate. I would love a flatbed trailer one, fancy making me one? Keep the updates coming. Any ideas for a container lorry? Kind regards Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 26, 2011 Author Share Posted August 26, 2011 Hi Chris, Really impressed with your code 3 lorries mate. I would love a flatbed trailer one, fancy making me one? Keep the updates coming. Any ideas for a container lorry? Kind regards Chris Thanks Chris, I am in the process of repainting some locos too, a Class 66 in Sunters colours, a Class 43 pair in East Coast & a Full Intercity 225 rake is in the planning. As for the Flatbed, it's a Knightwing kit, bashed with some Plastistrut, Wills decking/checker plate & Oxford Diecast wheels, I may make some more to sell, I'll let you know. On the workbench is a container trailer, I would like to one day make a PH Designs one, but I'll have to learn Brass work first! Some pics: 45' 40' 20' Cheers, Chris. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve1 Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 It's coming along very nicely Chris! An interesting concept, well executed. Just one (minor) criticism. I would have used longer radius points rather than Setrack ones. steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 26, 2011 Author Share Posted August 26, 2011 It's coming along very nicely Chris! An interesting concept, well executed. Just one (minor) criticism. I would have used longer radius points rather than Setrack ones. steve Thank's Steve, If I had the knowledge that I have now, when I started, I would have used longer radius points! I'm considering building my own P4 for the next layout, in a good few years time. Chris, Chris. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PhilJ W Posted August 26, 2011 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 26, 2011 The MANTGX 8x4 is nearly finished, just some more decals to add. Cheers, Chris. Is the trailer scratchbuilt or from a kit? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 26, 2011 Author Share Posted August 26, 2011 Is the trailer scratchbuilt or from a kit? See post #13, As for the Flatbed, it's a Knightwing kit, bashed with some Plastistrut, Wills decking/checker plate & Oxford Diecast wheels. Cheers, Chris. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip52LC Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Hi Chris, This gets better every time I look at it and its a terrific alternative to model. Will be interested to see thwe Sunters livery and also what you think about the sound 08. Regards Philip Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 26, 2011 Author Share Posted August 26, 2011 Hi Chris, This gets better every time I look at it and its a terrific alternative to model. Will be interested to see thwe Sunters livery and also what you think about the sound 08. Regards Philip Thank's Philip, this is a mock up of the Sunters livery, on a 59, although i'll be using a 66. The Hornby 08 could do with the chip re-blowing with the Howes sound file. Cheers, Chris. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rammy Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 Good looking layout Chris, with lots of operating potential. Glad to see it's taken you 2 years so far. I thought it was just me! I read so many threads on here that seem to make massive progress within a few weeks, I feel totally inadequate! Keep us posted with your updates. Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 26, 2011 Author Share Posted August 26, 2011 Good looking layout Chris, with lots of operating potential. Glad to see it's taken you 2 years so far. I thought it was just me! I read so many threads on here that seem to make massive progress within a few weeks, I feel totally inadequate! Keep us posted with your updates. Dave Thanks Dave, I like to take it steady, most of the enjoyment for me is the creating, with a bit of playing as I go, that's probably why It's going to take so long! You can't have five DCC sound loco's without hearing them from time to time! Cheers. Chris. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed a/c Posted August 27, 2011 Share Posted August 27, 2011 Your layout is looking really fabulous !!! Thanks for sharing it with us. Can I ask where you bought the forklift from? I had one very similar many years ago and can't remember who made it. Regards Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cupoftea Posted August 27, 2011 Share Posted August 27, 2011 Nice work Sir. It looks like your layout will be fun and interesting to operate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunters Posted August 27, 2011 Author Share Posted August 27, 2011 Your layout is looking really fabulous !!! Thanks for sharing it with us. Can I ask where you bought the forklift from? I had one very similar many years ago and can't remember who made it. Regards Scott Thank's Scott, the forklift is made by Wiking 1:87 scale, bought from Craven Model Centre, Skipton. Cheers, Chris. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PhilJ W Posted August 27, 2011 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 27, 2011 To your Sunter's livery why not add a .com internet address. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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