Popular Post 67A Posted October 2, 2016 Author Popular Post Share Posted October 2, 2016 Last one of the 9F The Eastern stock is making it mark today with Q6 0-8-0 63429 rumbling south with and unfitted mineral working. (New addition with a very light weathering) Fairburn 2-6-4T 42073 hauls the local stopper with a mixed rake comprising parcels, passenger and milk empties to be detached at Appleby for the Express Dairies depot just south of the station. The train will continue to Carlisle. Things looking decidedly gloomy! The northbound 'Thames-Clyde Express' charges out from Widdale tunnel showing off the new order 'proper' with a blue and grey BSK at the head. 'The Waverley' express follows close behind with Royal Scot 46115 'Scots Guardsman' at the head. We finish with an overall view of 1S64 'The Waverley' bound for Edinburgh Waverley, hope you enjoyed the journey! 30 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben pez Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Lovely pics mike,a nice mix of locos! Cheers Ben Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gismorail Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Wow what a fix this week .......................think I've overdosed ...... What a shame this layout only home based............ it would be a real show stopper at an exhibition Many thanks for sharing Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 Excellent pics Mike, Thanks for posting them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
freebs Posted October 6, 2016 Share Posted October 6, 2016 Wow. These pics are superb. This truly is a fantastic slice of rural railwayana - gorgeous! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leander Posted October 6, 2016 Share Posted October 6, 2016 The B&G leading coach is a BCK. Not that common over the S&C. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
67A Posted October 7, 2016 Author Share Posted October 7, 2016 (edited) The B&G leading coach is a BCK. Not that common over the S&C. HI Leander. Coaching stock is not my forte' as is blatantly obvious when mistaking a BSK for a BCK, what type is common do you know? Edit even got my B : C : S & K all mixed up Edited October 7, 2016 by mike61680 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
67A Posted October 7, 2016 Author Share Posted October 7, 2016 HI Leander. Coaching stock is not my forte' as is blatantly obvious when mistaking a BSK for a BCK, what type is common do you know? Edit even got my B : C : S & K all mixed up Hi all, Following on from Leanders' coaching info looking at my copy of 'Passenger Train Formations 1923-1983' I have selected the following: TCE in 1965 Corridor Brake Second Corridor Second Corridor Second Open Second Open Second Restaurant Buffet Open First Corridor First Corridor Composite Corridor Brake Second Waverley 1965: Corridor Brake Second Open Second Open Second Open Second Restaurant First Corridor First Corridor Composite Corridor Composite Corridor Brake Second All above: BR Mk1 stock. Problem is I don't know exactly what letter references e.g BSK applies to what so any help gratefully received. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Anotheran Posted October 7, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 7, 2016 Problem is I don't know exactly what letter references e.g BSK applies to what so any help gratefully received. Hi Mike, It all goes well over my head. But I've found this wiki page useful in decoding most of the lists that I've seen. But whatever you run I'd never know it was wrong... and it all looks great on your layout in my opinion... probably would even if it had a face on the front Kind regards, Neil 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leander Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 (edited) https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/BRCoachingStock/info is your guide to all coaching matters. Edited to enable the link to work Edited October 8, 2016 by Leander Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leander Posted October 7, 2016 Share Posted October 7, 2016 1S49, the 10.25am from Leeds to Glasgow (Central) and its return working, the 4.10pm from Glasgow (Central at this time) in winter 1964/5 was made up as follows. The BG was the last vehicle southbound. All the stock was comprised of Mark 1s. BG (Gangwayed Brake) Some photos show a GUV. BSK (Brake Second Corridor) SK (Second Corridor) CK (Composite Corridor) CK (Composite Corridor) RB (Restaurant Buffet) TSO (Tourist Second Open) A 64 seater, If SO with 48 seats is shown then it's a Second Open with 2 + 1 seating. BSK (Brake Second Corridor) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
67A Posted October 8, 2016 Author Share Posted October 8, 2016 Hi guys, Thanks to Neil and Leander (sorry don't know your name) I have looked at the info and printed off a comprehensive guide, the only problem now is cross referencing the Bachmann stock I have comparing it to what I need, I have a dozen or so Hornby Mk1's but they do not perform well mixed with Bachmann due to disimilar coupling heights, I have found however that Bachmann perform best when Hornby 14.5mm wheels are fitted. Don't expect any changes too soon too many other things to get on with. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
67A Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 Hi all, Another week of little achievement. I decided to illuminate the buildings - all five of them ! Now before you start informing me of: The light coming through the roof The doors being lit from behind Light projecting from the ground etc.. etc... I will be correcting these issues as I carry out some internal detailing over the cold winter months when I can sit in the living room instead of wasting fuel to heat the den. Anyway the photos show the possibilities and I'll also need to read up on night photography! General view north Bothy and Signalbox 'Up' waiting room Main building and waiting room with SM house in the background Looking south General station view Signalbox and bothy 'Up' waiting room I do know these are pretty poor but they will improve, the SM house, signalbox and bothy have various switched choices whilst the platform buildings are fully illuminated with the platform lamps. Lamps are 12v grain of wheat for all except the signalbox which is grain of rice, given time all will be transformed I'm sure. 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 67A Posted October 16, 2016 Author Popular Post Share Posted October 16, 2016 Not much running done but here is the Anhydrite train heading for USAC Widnes Stanier 8F 48732 trundles past the box' I have so far only managed to prepare loads for the first 4 wagons the fourth wagon is sporting my first attempt at a USAC tarpaulin made from tissue paper teased to shape with PVA glue and ropes made form sewing thread stiffened with card glue. I was give some enlightening lessons by my friends brother who is a military modeller and to see his efforts on German half tracks was something to behold, canvas doors and roof etc. Some general views to finish. 21 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold fishytrains Posted October 16, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 16, 2016 I like the night shots, and I also know that you will sort the things you mention to your satisfaction as time allows. I look forward to seeing those results! Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Clive Mortimore Posted October 16, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 16, 2016 Hi all, Another week of little achievement. I decided to illuminate the buildings - all five of them ! Now before you start informing me of: The light coming through the roof The doors being lit from behind Light projecting from the ground etc.. etc... I will be correcting these issues as I carry out some internal detailing over the cold winter months when I can sit in the living room instead of wasting fuel to heat the den. Anyway the photos show the possibilities and I'll also need to read up on night photography! 2016-10-07 19.32.15.jpg General view north 2016-10-07 19.33.10.jpg Bothy and Signalbox 2016-10-07 19.33.44.jpg 'Up' waiting room 2016-10-07 19.34.00.jpg Main building and waiting room with SM house in the background 2016-10-07 19.34.43.jpg Looking south 2016-10-07 19.35.17.jpg General station view 2016-10-07 19.35.46.jpg Signalbox and bothy 2016-10-07 19.36.05.jpg 'Up' waiting room I do know these are pretty poor but they will improve, the SM house, signalbox and bothy have various switched choices whilst the platform buildings are fully illuminated with the platform lamps. Lamps are 12v grain of wheat for all except the signalbox which is grain of rice, given time all will be transformed I'm sure. Hi Mike I had light leaking issues with Pig Lane and Hanging Hill's buildings. I lined the building roofs with tin foil, not only did it stop the leakage but it reflected the light back to where I wanted it. I now only model daylight hours so don't have to worry about lighting buildings or working yard lamps. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
67A Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 Sounds like a plan worth a go Clive, cheers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
67A Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 I meant to add that although the bulbs are 12v I am only supplying 9v in order to give the old gas lamp effect, I may have to try 6v as it still seems too bright. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Reorte Posted October 16, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 16, 2016 I like the night shots, very atmospheric. I wasn't planning any lighting but that's making me have second thoughts. And looking at the anhydrite hoppers maybe I am wasting time building them... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben pez Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 The lighting in the buildings is a good idea mike,and has already got me thinking i need to fit one to the signal box on my own layout! Nice pics of that 8f,the scenic work is fantastic. Cheers Ben Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
67A Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 I like the night shots, very atmospheric. I wasn't planning any lighting but that's making me have second thoughts. And looking at the anhydrite hoppers maybe I am wasting time building them... I would not have the patience nor the dexterity to build a brass kit never mind 20 of them! Big Whitworth spanners and a 2lb engineers hammer is my forte'. My friend Allan offered to have a go at the brass version but I thought it way too much to ask. I have never really been one for absolute accuracy an acceptable representation is - well - acceptable. If you want I can forward the stages of my conversion and you could have a go, you will then have both options to evaluate. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
67A Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 The lighting in the buildings is a good idea mike,and has already got me thinking i need to fit one to the signal box on my own layout! Nice pics of that 8f,the scenic work is fantastic. Cheers Ben Hi Ben, At the moment only the signalbox has interior detailing and once I master night photography you may all see it. Your mentioning the scenic work reminded me I had done some more detail work on the foreground and forgot to mention it. The gaps in the stone walling now has fencing and stiles built to prevent wandering ewes from straying onto the lineside and I am currently producing more steel type fencing for the area directly behind the 'up' waiting room. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gismorail Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 Hi Mike nice photo's as usual I do enjoy seeing whats been running on the S&C this week. With regard to your night time shots try installing some blue spot lights above the layout on a dimmer switch just to give a bit of moon light over the scene and you will find that photographic shots will be greatly enhanced. I have done this on Chester Northgate shed with good effect. Will have a search though my pics and see if I have any to hand, the layout is all packed away at the moment as I'm building my new layout Chumley End ...so can't take any at the moment. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
67A Posted October 17, 2016 Author Share Posted October 17, 2016 Hi Mike nice photo's as usual I do enjoy seeing whats been running on the S&C this week. With regard to your night time shots try installing some blue spot lights above the layout on a dimmer switch just to give a bit of moon light over the scene and you will find that photographic shots will be greatly enhanced. I have done this on Chester Northgate shed with good effect. Will have a search though my pics and see if I have any to hand, the layout is all packed away at the moment as I'm building my new layout Chumley End ...so can't take any at the moment. Another good plan I'll have a look on the web, thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gismorail Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Another good plan I'll have a look on the web, thanks. Love it when a plan comes together Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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