RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted October 7, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 7, 2021 7 hours ago, gwrrob said: I see photos have finally surfaced of the forthcoming prairie from Dapol. Still undecided whether I want one of these. Any thoughts ? https://www.Dapol.co.uk/OO-Gauge-Large-Prairie-Models-On-The-Way Yup, plenty thoughts. 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted October 8, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 8, 2021 Looking at the late GWR version…..the one you’re presumably interested in…..the loco number which was usually there is missing from the front buffer beam but is easily rectified.Application and shade of livery etc.appears better than its Hornby counterpart. Also have slight qualms re: chimney but can’t explain it. Probably worth a punt as competitive in price .As said,the green would clinch it for me. 1 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach bogie Posted October 8, 2021 Share Posted October 8, 2021 There is suppose to be a version without the side shutter for early 1930's. If that version becomes available, or it is just clipped in, then I will be purchasing. Mike Wiltshire 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattingleycustom Posted October 8, 2021 Share Posted October 8, 2021 21 hours ago, gwrrob said: I see photos have finally surfaced of the forthcoming prairie from Dapol. Still undecided whether I want one of these. Any thoughts ? https://www.Dapol.co.uk/OO-Gauge-Large-Prairie-Models-On-The-Way Not sure about the smokebox door. It looks like it's too far forward, it should sit in a recess around its circumference (word of the day?!). Glenn 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted October 8, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted October 8, 2021 5 hours ago, Ian Hargrave said: Looking at the late GWR version…..the one you’re presumably interested in…..the loco number which was usually there is missing from the front buffer beam but is easily rectified. You might have a dodgy ticker Mr H but there's nowt wrong with your eyesight young man. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Fatadder Posted October 8, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 8, 2021 Looking forward to seeing an informed review of it vs the Hornby model. I do still have need for one.... 2 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post Ian Hargrave Posted October 8, 2021 RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted October 8, 2021 39 minutes ago, gwrrob said: You might have a dodgy ticker Mr H but there's nowt wrong with your eyesight young man. Ingrained in my conscious memory from an early age is theGWR numeric stencilled on the buffer beam and the shed code which was usually “PPLRd.” in the case of the Large Prairies on The Vale Of Neath Line. Having good practice at detailed observation atm . In Cardiac Care Unit awaiting transfer for open heart surgery to repair dodgy heart vaive . Not a lot else going on really so must keep up with details & possible livery inaccuracy 21 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted October 8, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 8, 2021 3 hours ago, Ian Hargrave said: Ingrained in my conscious memory from an early age is theGWR numeric stencilled on the buffer beam and the shed code which was usually “PPLRd.” in the case of the Large Prairies on The Vale Of Neath Line. Having good practice at detailed observation atm . In Cardiac Care Unit awaiting transfer for open heart surgery to repair dodgy heart vaive . Not a lot else going on really so must keep up with details & possible livery inaccuracy An enforced rest, but not the sort your imagined I am sure. May you have all the rest you need and a successful spell in Works. My very best wishes matey. CCU can be intimidating, however the Staff are so used to the situation you will be sorted and out in no time. ATB Ian. Mad Duck. 3 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted October 9, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 9, 2021 Another warm welcome awaits: 10 1 1 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Oldddudders Posted October 9, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 9, 2021 "Showdown at the Dries!" 1 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted October 9, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted October 9, 2021 36 minutes ago, Oldddudders said: "Showdown at the Dries!" ''The good, bad and the ugly'' 1 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted October 9, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 9, 2021 On 07/10/2021 at 14:36, gwrrob said: I see photos have finally surfaced of the forthcoming prairie from Dapol. Still undecided whether I want one of these. Any thoughts ? https://www.Dapol.co.uk/OO-Gauge-Large-Prairie-Models-On-The-Way Check out Rails website. All there now. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold toboldlygo Posted October 9, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 9, 2021 On 08/10/2021 at 15:31, Ian Hargrave said: Ingrained in my conscious memory from an early age is theGWR numeric stencilled on the buffer beam and the shed code which was usually “PPLRd.” in the case of the Large Prairies on The Vale Of Neath Line. Having good practice at detailed observation atm . In Cardiac Care Unit awaiting transfer for open heart surgery to repair dodgy heart vaive . Not a lot else going on really so must keep up with details & possible livery inaccuracy While your under, do you want a 5 pole motor with fly-wheel to replace the knackered X.04 and a full repaint in Railmatch's Post 1928 GWR Loco Green and post-war Lettering? 1 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2750Papyrus Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Robin, it's a long time since we've heard about the locals, especially the sisters. Are they still impressed by that nice Mr Pole? 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted October 10, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 10, 2021 15 hours ago, toboldlygo said: While your under, do you want a 5 pole motor with fly-wheel to replace the knackered X.04 and a full repaint in Railmatch's Post 1928 GWR Loco Green and post-war Lettering? No. My existing motor is scheduled for repair…or rewinding…..so TheWorks inform me . Thanks for the offer though 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post gwrrob Posted October 10, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted October 10, 2021 2 hours ago, 2750Papyrus said: Robin, it's a long time since we've heard about the locals, especially the sisters. Are they still impressed by that nice Mr Pole? There hangs a tale as Minnie was last seen sitting on a luggage trolley reading what could have been some timetables. Plenty of luggage but is it hers or George Rouncewell's sat there all innocently with his hands in his pockets. The airman also has a story or two having flown Typhoon's from Salcombe airfield during the war. 20 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Graham T Posted October 10, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 10, 2021 I really like the foliage in that shot - beautifully done! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Graham T Posted October 10, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 10, 2021 Of course, the rest of it isn't too shoddy either 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold toboldlygo Posted October 10, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 10, 2021 23 minutes ago, gwrrob said: There hangs a tale as Minnie was last seen sitting on a luggage trolley reading what could have been some timetables. Plenty of luggage but is it hers or George Rouncewell's sat there all innocently with his hands in his pockets. The airman also has a story or two having flown Typhoon's from Salcombe airfield during the war. Where's Francis Tophill? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Prism Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 (edited) On 07/10/2021 at 18:31, BenL said: But maybe bonnets were swapped around in service? Bonnets matched valves, and valves were a part of the boiler, and Standard 2 boilers were ubiquitous, so it would be quite normal to see bonnets of a different height to what was originally fitted*. The lower valves/bonnets began to predominate as time went on. Here's 5155 (in BR lined black) at Stourbridge Junction on 10 September 1949: * the nickel-steel based Standard 2 boilers kept with their engines though (e.g. the 61xx) Edited October 10, 2021 by Miss Prism 6 1 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post gwrrob Posted October 10, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted October 10, 2021 I had planned to run my Mk 1s with something else but that didn't materialise so Castle class 5049 Earl of Plymouth does the honours instead. 27 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Fatadder Posted October 10, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 10, 2021 4 hours ago, gwrrob said: There hangs a tale as Minnie was last seen sitting on a luggage trolley reading what could have been some timetables. Plenty of luggage but is it hers or George Rouncewell's sat there all innocently with his hands in his pockets. The airman also has a story or two having flown Typhoon's from Salcombe airfield during the war. Have you seen ModelU’s new range of 1940s figures Rob? Looks like the range contains some very good platform figure options 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted October 10, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted October 10, 2021 4 hours ago, Graham T said: I really like the foliage in that shot - beautifully done! Thanks Graham and made easier with the quality of scenic products available to the modeller these days. 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post gwrrob Posted October 15, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted October 15, 2021 A sneak preview of the stead for the weekend's shoot [Royal Duchy] . Relief all round as it was happy with the curves on the down line 21 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted October 15, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 15, 2021 As bathtubs go, it seems to be the wrong way up Rob. (Nice ferns) 2 1 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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