Bryn Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I've had this idea in my head for a while now, time to put it into practice. I know there are a few of you out there with 2FS etched kits stashed away, ready to be built. Some of you are yet to enter the world of soldered construction and others are just busy with other projects. I've decided to try do an online group workshop based around the Stephen Harris 16T mineral wagon. I will carry out an in depth post every week on a small aspect of construction and then everyone can follow my lead, experts and novices alike. Everyone joining and helping each other online. I've no idea how successful this will be, but I am looking for volunteers to join in and participate. I'm looking to start in early October and break it down into weekly subjects of; - Body - Chassis - Joining the above and sole bars - Brakes and axle boxes Who's in? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
-missy- Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Me A fantastic idea Bryn, thank you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Kris Posted September 6, 2011 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 6, 2011 Good idea that. I shall keep an eye on it. I won't be building one of these though as I don't have any of them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Ian Smeeton Posted September 6, 2011 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 6, 2011 Sounds great to me, too. Maybe this will finally get me out of the armchair, and over to the dark side. As a partwork, it certainly sounds more acheivable than HMS Hood currently being advertised on TV, and a tad cheaper, too. Regards Ian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
richbrummitt Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I won't be building one of these though as I don't have any of them. Me neither, and I'm unlikely to purchase any. I'll probably be checking up on progress though. Have fun people. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2mm Andy Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I'm in - this sounds a really good idea. I've got one 16t etch left, and will probably get some more from Stephen at some point (the kits are still available if anyone else wants to join in). Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold beast66606 Posted September 6, 2011 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 6, 2011 Happy to read along, been thinking of 2mm for many years so I will watch from the sidelines if that's ok ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Natalie Graham Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Happy to read along, been thinking of 2mm for many years so I will watch from the sidelines if that's ok ? Are the kits only available to 2mm Association members? If not this would be a perfect opportuinty for people such as yourself to give 2mmFS a try. Now, how do I justify a 16T steel mineral on the LNWR in the 1890's? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pixie Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I'm in - it's a perfect intorduction to 2mm and etched kits on the whole. My original ramblings earlier in the year seems to drum up a fair amount of interest so this should really do well. Pix Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
backofanenvelope Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I'm in as it maybe a good start to etched kit making.. I'm still hiding behind the sofa from my J72.. Where do you get the wagon kits from Tom Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2mm Andy Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Are the kits only available to 2mm Association members? If not this would be a perfect opportuinty for people such as yourself to give 2mmFS a try. Stephen will sell them to anyone, but you'll need top hat bearings and wheels from the 2mm Scale Assoc. shops, which are members only. However, I'm sure with the small quantities involved, some of the 2mm modellers on here would be willing to sell some on at cost price. Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2mm Andy Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I'm in as it maybe a good start to etched kit making.. I'm still hiding behind the sofa from my J72.. Where do you get the wagon kits from Tom Have a look here (the 16 tonners are about 2/3rds the way down the page); http://www.2mm.org.uk/small_suppliers/stephenharris/index.htm Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold queensquare Posted September 6, 2011 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 6, 2011 This sounds like a cracking idea. The sensible thing would seem to be to start this after the AGM which this year is being held in conjunction with the Farnham clubs show in Aldershot on the 8/9 october - see http://www.farnhammrc.org.uk/ This will give members a chance to pick up some bits and pieces from the central shop, those who are not members the chance to sign up (free entry to the exhibition for members on the saturday), and also the chance to see some top 2FS modelling in the form of layouts and competition entries as well as all sorts of other attractions at the show. I'm sure Bryn or Pixie could arrange to have some of Stephen Harris's kits available. Hope to see you all there Jerry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
backofanenvelope Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Not a bad plan Jerry, I am looking forward to the AGM and hopefully first through the door to be in line for the parts!! Tom Have a look here (the 16 tonners are about 2/3rds the way down the page); http://www.2mm.org.u...arris/index.htm Thanks Andy! Tom Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2mm Andy Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 That sounds like a good idea Jerry - I was thinking about starting a thread here to remind people about the AGM and drum up a bit of support for the competitions. Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenhead Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 The chassis will also take Narrow profile ‘N’ Gauge wheels code 2-220, so those of us in coarse scale (sounds better than N) 2mm could also join in. Those MDOs look tasty actually..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pixie Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 The sensible thing would seem to be to start this after the AGM which this year is being held in conjunction with the Farnham clubs show in Aldershot on the 8/9 october - see http://www.farnhammrc.org.uk/ Aha! A 2mm event on my door step, at last Bryn can claim some of the kip space vouchers I owe him (Are you free old bean?). Perhaps an evening social is in order? I'm sure Bryn or Pixie could arrange to have some of Stephen Harris's kits available. I owe Stephen a phone call so I'll mention it to him. I haven't forgotten those who PMed me before, I'll try to do it all in one go. Pix Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
backofanenvelope Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Aha! A 2mm event on my door step, at last Bryn can claim some of the kip space vouchers I owe him (Are you free old bean?). Perhaps an evening social is in order? Hmmm I am tempted to join in for a social if there was the possibility.. Tom Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold bcnPete Posted September 6, 2011 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 6, 2011 I'm in too... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pixie Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Hmmm I am tempted to join in for a social if there was the possibility.. Of course Tom - was meant as an open invite. B) Pix Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
backofanenvelope Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Good stuff will await details.. Tom Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan76 Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I really ought to have a go at this too... but having moved house a couple of weeks ago my workbench is still non-existent. Not sure I'll make the AGM either but I do think postponing the start of this until after it is a good idea. So, I might be able to have a go, there again, I might not. Better put me down as a definite maybe.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryn Posted September 7, 2011 Author Share Posted September 7, 2011 Brief Round Up Start Date - Mid to late October Kits - We will be building either kit A or B, from the Stephen Harris 16T mineral range. I suggest you get your orders in sharpish http://www.2mm.org.u...arris/index.htm Additional parts - 0.3mm brass or nickle wire, top hat bearings from the 2mm Scale Association shop (2-041), 6mm wheels on 12.25mm length axles, vacuum cylinders and buffers of choice. You don't need to be a member to buy the kits, but you do need to be one for axles and bearings. Those who are testing the water can post up here and I'm sure one of use can post you the required parts (for a reasonable price). So far we have a growing number of participants, please shout up if you want to get involved! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Mr.S.corn78 Posted September 14, 2011 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 14, 2011 HI, may as well be in on this one, subject to work and a few other commitments, namely a layout that needs to be done by the end of June now so my contributions may be a bit sporadic to say the least cheers Simon ps another job to do tomorrow and place an order Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigelb Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 mmm although i dont acutally need on i think i will join in too hopefully there will be some left at the agm Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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