jwealleans Posted July 1, 2016 Author Share Posted July 1, 2016 (edited) I've just completed a test build of two Special Cattle Vans for Arthur Kimber, to NER Diagram 189 and LNER Diagram 1. Details of the build and the extra castings I added to Arthur's etches are on my workbench thread. Based on the test builds, Arthur is revising the etches and I believe they will be made available in due course. See his North Eastern Kits thread for any news. Edited July 12, 2018 by jwealleans 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeroen1975 Posted July 2, 2016 Share Posted July 2, 2016 (edited) I created for the LNER fan a nice lineside item. Only paint is needed!Almost finished product.The real thing.http://shpws.me/M9yzHave fun!Greetz Jeroen Edited July 2, 2016 by Jeroen1975 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pint of Adnams Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 Parkside Dundas has just announced the availability of the LNER Toad 'B' Brake Van in 7mm, as a wide planked, timber stanchion and wooden ducket earlier version of the Toad 'E' released a couple of years ago. http://www.parksidedundas.co.uk/acatalog/LONDON___NORTH_EASTERN_RAILWAY.html Don't even think to ask if it's also available in 4mm because it's not and neither is the Toad 'E', although the Horse Box and other LNER wagons are. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted October 3, 2016 Author Share Posted October 3, 2016 (edited) Parkside are now advertising their 4mm Toad E kit (PC64) as available in Q4 this year. http://www.parksidedundas.co.uk/acatalog/New_Products.html Edited October 3, 2016 by jwealleans 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaymzHatstand Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 Huzzah! Something I (and doubtless many more) have been waiting for! I wonder if the Dia. B34 will follow later. Thanks for the heads up, hopefully Q4 will be in time for Warley. Cheers J Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
iak Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 Excellent. On purchasing some bits yesterday in sunny Wigan, I spotted the listing of Toad E in the new price list. More pennies venturing for the out door... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 I wonder if the Dia. B34 will follow later. Doubtful. Mr Parkside's swansong will probably be something that was seen all over the UK but with a definite NE feel to it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaymzHatstand Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Doubtful. Mr Parkside's swansong will probably be something that was seen all over the UK but with a definite NE feel to it. A Toad D? That would be even more useful! Mind the ex-Airfix one is still going great guns from Dapol, and is a lovelyl little detailing project. And by swansong, I take it that there aren't many more new kits to come. Understandable really as a true stalwart of the industry, producing a wonderful range of kits which are not only great value, but nice and simple to put together giving many modellers their first taste of not just opening a box! Back to finishing off a grain wagon from this very source! Cheers J Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 A Toad D? That would be even more useful! If you were in business would you consider introducing a kit of a prototype that has 3 potential competitors in Dapol/Airfix, Bachmann & Hornby? Mind the ex-Airfix one is still going great guns from Dapol, and is a lovelyl little detailing project. Exactly and the team at Parkside tend not to replicate other manufactures prototypes unlike the RTR companies (and I'm thinking of one in particular) whom seem to look to Parkside for inspiration. P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaymzHatstand Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Aye, I kind of came to that epiphany about duplication as I was typing! And as for the RTR companies using the PD website as almost a wishlist, I'm pretty certain I know which one particularly does it! Mind you can usually get two wagon kits for the price of one RTR version! Cheers J Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted October 27, 2016 Author Share Posted October 27, 2016 For modellers of the GER, user 'EHertsGER' of this parish is producing 4mm transfers for specific diagrams of open wagon. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/13361-ger-wagon-transfers/?p=2476481 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted April 1, 2017 Author Share Posted April 1, 2017 Quick note to say that Parkside were selling the new Toad E kit, PC89, at Scalefour North today. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted April 7, 2017 Author Share Posted April 7, 2017 (edited) Haven't quite finished the Toad E, but Bill Bedford had these on his stand. the website hasn't quite caught up and still says they're coming soon. Mainly resin, some 3D printed components and a brass subframe. Sprung buffers and bearings. Less than 2 hours work to get it to the state you see. I'm very impressed. Edited July 11, 2018 by jwealleans 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Worsdell forever Posted April 7, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 7, 2017 Haven't quite finished the Toad E, but Bill Bedford had these on his stand. the website hasn't quite caught up and still says they're coming soon. Mainly resin, some 3D printed components and a brass subframe. Sprung buffers and bearings. Less than 2 hours work to get it to the state you see. I'm very impressed. I got the GNR 4 plank, haven't started it yet but it does look a good kit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted April 7, 2017 Author Share Posted April 7, 2017 I have that one as well. Saving it for Easter. You don't want too much fun at once. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted April 7, 2017 Share Posted April 7, 2017 Has anyone had a 4mm list from D&S recently ?. I sent him a sae last year and have received nothing in return so far. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted April 7, 2017 Author Share Posted April 7, 2017 Not since the one last summer with the 6 wheelers on it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted August 8, 2017 Author Share Posted August 8, 2017 Dan Pinnock has just released a list for this year and early next: 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaymzHatstand Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Thanks for that, that'll come in most useful! Must find my cheque book Cheers J Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted October 18, 2017 Author Share Posted October 18, 2017 Juts a note that Rails are doing two Q6 versions at £89.50 and free postage. That's by a long way the cheapest I've seen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 Juts a note that Rails are doing two Q6 versions at £89.50 and free postage. That's by a long way the cheapest I've seen. Kernow have the LNER version for same price +p&p Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColHut Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Juts a note that Rails are doing two Q6 versions at £89.50 and free postage. That's by a long way the cheapest I've seen. Ta, Just could not go past that and bought one for myself for next year. Local prices are somewhat more...AUD 279-299 (GBP 165-177 + P&P). regards Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Hilux5972 Posted October 20, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 20, 2017 (edited) Ta, Just could not go past that and bought one for myself for next year. Local prices are somewhat more...AUD 279-299 (GBP 165-177 + P&P). regards Have you found this site? http://www.ajmrailways.com Uk products at Aussie prices. Most locos ship free too. It’s a great site and I have used it plenty of times. They have Q6’s for AUD$205. No connection, just a satisfied customer Regards, Ryan Edited October 20, 2017 by Hilux5972 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougN Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 I think ColHut is trying to say that here in Australia we are getting ripped off.... again.... the local shops don't seem to be interested or want to get the high volume sales. I understand that at least 2 of the hobby shops here in Melbourne are up for sale and the owners don't see any future... or are retiring. Any way yes AJM are a great website and the prices are really good. I too have only used them once but great service! Their prices are more reasonable and can be as competitive as the large retailers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColHut Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Thanks guys. OT I know. will check them out. Just did some research on them. Interesting business model. I wish them luck. From Rails, even paying with paypal and with postage $147 AUD I think. About the cost of 1.5 new Hornby Puulmans from my local store. Very much looking forward to its arrival. regards Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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