Tony Wright Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 Regarding the representation of hinges on etched brass coaches, I use scrap etch. I just use the stuff around the edges of a fret, picking the right width. I then just solder them in from the back, snipping off the excess outside to length (longer at the bottom). No doubt seen before, but not in this context. This Thompson RK has Southern Pride sides on top of a much-modified (old) Bachmann donor, with white metal HD bogies. This time a pair of Hornby/Trice catering cars. I must admit to not fixing hinges on some Comet coach kits I've built, and certainly not on the BSL aluminium-sided Thompsons I built over 40 years ago. 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium MJI Posted February 18, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 18, 2021 With the two Mousa sided having hinges and even the Airfix based stuff the BTK would look out of place without them. It is my first Comet kit. I do think the MJT Dart bogies are nicer castings than Comet. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 I wonder if anyone can help, please? I've just repaired a donated old Bachmann B1 (split chassis), and (amazingly!) got it to work very well (I glued the axles back together in their muffs and adjusted the quartering). My intention is to sell it for CRUK, but it has no tender. Does anyone out there have a spare Bachmann/Replica B1 tender, in lined BR black (with either BR device), please? I've tried phoning Replica but continue to get an engaged tone. Please PM me if you can help. I'll pay for the tender, of course. Thanks in anticipation. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Barry Ten Posted February 18, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 18, 2021 Hi Tony I've just had a look on ebay. As far as I can see the only complete B1 tenders are in LNER or early BR green. I'll keep an eye on the listings, though, in case something comes up. Al 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LNER4479 Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 I may be able to help. Look out for an e-mail Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon s Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 2 hours ago, Tony Wright said: I wonder if anyone can help, please? I've just repaired a donated old Bachmann B1 (split chassis), and (amazingly!) got it to work very well (I glued the axles back together in their muffs and adjusted the quartering). My intention is to sell it for CRUK, but it has no tender. Does anyone out there have a spare Bachmann/Replica B1 tender, in lined BR black (with either BR device), please? I've tried phoning Replica but continue to get an engaged tone. Please PM me if you can help. I'll pay for the tender, of course. Thanks in anticipation. I also have one spare, so PM sent... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMS29 Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Tony, I have sent a PM re B1 tender, Tom Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LNER4479 Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Blimey - Tony will be able to model a tender sludge carrier train at this rate ... 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 2 hours ago, LNER4479 said: I may be able to help. Look out for an e-mail Thanks Graham, Gordon (below) is sending one). Regards, Tony. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 2 hours ago, gordon s said: I also have one spare, so PM sent... Thanks Gordon, I've responded to your PM. It's very kind of you. Regards, Tony. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 49 minutes ago, LMS29 said: Tony, I have sent a PM re B1 tender, Tom Thanks Tom, Regards, Tony. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 40 minutes ago, LNER4479 said: Blimey - Tony will be able to model a tender sludge carrier train at this rate ... I will Graham, Thanks to the generosity of folk. Now, can you help me some more, please? Anyone? Somewhere on the S&C is all that's noted on this print. But where? Which station? I'd say it's the mid-'50s, but other than that.................... All help greatly appreciated. Regards, Tony. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Compound2632 Posted February 18, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 18, 2021 7 minutes ago, Tony Wright said: Somewhere on the S&C is all that's noted on this print. But where? Which station? Not Settle & Carlisle - those gables are wrong. 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium TrevorP1 Posted February 18, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 18, 2021 1 minute ago, Compound2632 said: Not Settle & Carlisle - those gables are wrong. Agreed. Just had a flick through 'Rails in the Fells' and there is nothing like it. According to BR database 48641 was a long time Stourton engine so a clue there. Snowplough fitted as well. Peak district? That's me finished, I'm not a Midland man... 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Compound2632 Posted February 18, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 18, 2021 (edited) I'm fairly sure it is Midland, by the lamps. I'm also fairly sure it's not anywhere west and north of Leeds including branches. The Peak District would be a bit out of the way for a Stourton engine on an empty mineral train. It has a bit of a secondary line feel to it. At a pinch I would say the building is a bit later than the S&C design (which wasn't confined to the S&C but used rather widely in the late 1860s - early 1870s). So we might be looking for a line or station opened in the late 70s/early 80s? I'll be interest to know where! Edited February 18, 2021 by Compound2632 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Barry Ten Posted February 18, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 18, 2021 1 hour ago, LNER4479 said: Blimey - Tony will be able to model a tender sludge carrier train at this rate ... That's just trigged a 50-year old Thomas flashback.... 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 23 minutes ago, Compound2632 said: a Stourton engine on an empty mineral train Wagons 6 and 7 look to have something in them. Nice mix of heights and details, too. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 28 minutes ago, Compound2632 said: I'm fairly sure it is Midland, by the lamps. I'm also fairly sure it's not anywhere west and north of Leeds including branches. The Peak District would be a bit out of the way for a Stourton engine on an empty mineral train. It has a bit of a secondary line feel to it. At a pinch I would say the building is a bit later than the S&C design (which wasn't confined to the S&C but used rather widely in the late 1860s - early 1870s). So we might be looking for a line or station opened in the late 70s/early 80s? I'll be interest to know where! Thanks Stephen, The diagonal fencing suggests Midland as well. But where? Regards, Tony. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leander Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 1 minute ago, Tony Wright said: The diagonal fencing suggests Midland as well. But where? Assuming from the direction of the shadow that its heading south, the Up line has been relayed with flat-bottom track while the Down is still bullhead. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 A bit more done on the LRM J3....................... I've been busy with non-railway modelling things today, so it's only been forming/fitting the splashers so far (with still some cleaning up to do). The boiler is just temporarily in place to check the fit; which is fine.................. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LNER4479 Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 18 minutes ago, jwealleans said: Wagons 6 and 7 look to have something in them. Pit props? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 65179 Posted February 18, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 18, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Compound2632 said: I'm fairly sure it is Midland, by the lamps. I'm also fairly sure it's not anywhere west and north of Leeds including branches. The Peak District would be a bit out of the way for a Stourton engine on an empty mineral train. It has a bit of a secondary line feel to it. At a pinch I would say the building is a bit later than the S&C design (which wasn't confined to the S&C but used rather widely in the late 1860s - early 1870s). So we might be looking for a line or station opened in the late 70s/early 80s? I'll be interest to know where! Quite right. It's Killamarsh West on the Old Road. Although the line and the original station date from the 1840s this station was closed then re-opened and the station shown dates from 1873. The only bit I disagree with is that a Stourton engine wouldn't make it to the Peaks. LM freight locos got borrowed a lot so I would have expected to see the odd one in Manchester and certainly at Gowhole or Rowsley. Simon Edited February 18, 2021 by 65179 detail added at the same time as Compound2632's post below 2 1 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clearwater Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Hi Continuing the coach building theme/questions, when it comes to painting, do you prime the aluminium roofs in the same way as the brass? I'd assume so but would welcome advice! Thanks David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
landscapes Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 6 hours ago, Tony Wright said: I wonder if anyone can help, please? I've just repaired a donated old Bachmann B1 (split chassis), and (amazingly!) got it to work very well (I glued the axles back together in their muffs and adjusted the quartering). My intention is to sell it for CRUK, but it has no tender. Does anyone out there have a spare Bachmann/Replica B1 tender, in lined BR black (with either BR device), please? I've tried phoning Replica but continue to get an engaged tone. Please PM me if you can help. I'll pay for the tender, of course. Thanks in anticipation. Hi Tony I spoke to Gareth at Replica Railways this afternoon, to enquire if they had any of their B1 tenders available? Unfortunately they stopped making the B1 many years ago, Gareth did say he may be able to obtain a B1 tender body only without the chassis if that would be of any help to you. Regards David 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Compound2632 Posted February 18, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 18, 2021 11 minutes ago, 65179 said: Quite right. It's Killamarsh West on the Old Road. Aha. Not a success at the first attempt - closed by the North Midland in 1843. The Midland tried again, reopening in 1873, which would fit with the twin-gabled building, though slightly earlier than my guess. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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