Simond Posted January 7, 2019 Author Share Posted January 7, 2019 After my abject failure to complete a key step yesterday, I would not bet on that! More soon! Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted January 19, 2019 Author Share Posted January 19, 2019 (edited) New control panel, details in the Arduino thread http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/82978-arduino-applications-and-programs/?p=3440962 Some work to do, but good progress! The points slave and lighting slave both work, and I now have the switches in place to program the master. Then I need to revisit the turntable controller, and implement the code that “releases” the stepper, to stop it making an annoying whistling noise. More soon Best Simon Edited January 19, 2019 by Simond 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted January 27, 2019 Author Share Posted January 27, 2019 (edited) Went to Brzzl today, very good show, met & remet many friends & acquaintances, and spent a few bob... a Scorpio bogie iron mink, a tank wagon kit from JPL, and rods & motors from Premier for the mogul and prairie kits in my stash. I also purchased the TouchCab app, which I understood to have been withdrawn, but which is very clearly available (£9.99), and which allows control of Lenz DCC systems wirelessly via an iPad or iPhone. All those old phones become cheap wireless throttles! I believe there is an Android version too. Just reinstalled it and all working fine. When I’ve sorted out the Arduino bits and pieces, I’ll spend a bit of time setting it all up nicely. Best Simon Edited January 28, 2019 by Simond 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
3 link Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 Hi Simon, I wouldn't be without Touchcab, no leads, ease of use and even I could set it up without breaking into a sweat. I haven't heard any news of it being withdrawn, I certainly hope not fingers crossed. All the best, Martyn. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 Hi Martyn, I had the free version some years ago, and it ceased working at some point, when my iDevices updated. I tried to fix it, and found that I could not. I was talking to Simon Thompson at the show, and he showed me it working on his "Back End" layout, so I paid the price... very happy with it, and the paid version seems to have been developed from where the free version was when I was using it. I do need to sort out my JMRI thing so I can back up all the loco decoder settings. atb Simon 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold GWR57xx Posted February 22, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 22, 2019 Hi Simon, Any progress? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted February 22, 2019 Author Share Posted February 22, 2019 Not much tbh. Been working on the control system (see the Arduino thread) and ran into a few snags, just at the point of saying “yes, sorted”, so that’s still occupying my modelling time. And software doesn’t photograph too well... but hang in there! best simon 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted March 16, 2019 Author Share Posted March 16, 2019 (edited) Update on the Arduino thread. We have functionality on PD again!! I hope the lights and turntable will be fully functional by next weekend, and it’ll be warm enough to do something in the garage again soon, so I’ll be firing up the laser to cut smoke hoods, and will be installing the lights in the roof. I also did my first etched brass last week. This had nothing to do with modelling! Assuming it turns out something like I planned, I’m more confident to do the etches for the loco shed, which will include the frames & handrails for the roof walkways, door hinges and hinge straps, and a few other bits & bobs. The artwork that I received from Killybegs of this parish when he was doing his fabulous 4mm version will help enormously. best Simon Edited March 16, 2019 by Simond 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MarshLane Posted September 29, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 29, 2019 Hi Simon, How are things progressing with Port Dinllaen these days? All seems a little quiet - you haven't been out enjoying yourself <wispers> away from modelling railways</wispers> have you Rich 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted September 29, 2019 Author Share Posted September 29, 2019 Hi Rich, thanks for the thoughts! I tend to do less modelling in the summer as I enjoy motorcycling and boating, and one of my pals has a garden line which we run every Thursday if the weather’s ok. Somehow, this year, the mojo has been a bit lacking, and this wasn’t helped by my aged mum needing rather more of my time. Anyway, I’m getting my nose back into things, so I hope there will be some stuff to post in the not-too-distant future. cheers Simon 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold ChrisN Posted September 29, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 29, 2019 Simon, The like was for the fact thatyoou will start modelling again not about your aged mother needing your time. I hope she is doing well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Simond Posted September 29, 2019 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2019 Thanks Chris, unfortunately not, she died peacefully a week ago. She was 93, mercifully in no pain, I was with her. Atb Simon 24 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold ChrisN Posted September 30, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 30, 2019 14 hours ago, Simond said: Thanks Chris, unfortunately not, she died peacefully a week ago. She was 93, mercifully in no pain, I was with her. Atb Simon Simon, Sorry to hear that. It does not matter how old they are when they go, you still miss them. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 2 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted September 30, 2019 Author Share Posted September 30, 2019 Thanks Chris, and all who responded. Your kind thoughts are appreciated Simon 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Mikkel Posted October 2, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 2, 2019 I'm sorry to hear that Simon. At least it was peaceful, and 93 is a lot of life. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Ashley Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Simon, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My condolences and best wishes. I hope you and your family have celebrated her long and wonderful life. My thoughts are with you. Regards, Anthony Ashley 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted October 2, 2019 Author Share Posted October 2, 2019 On happier subjects, a little bit of modelling... Loco crew for the Duchess, the others belong on PD. Models from Modelu. atb Simon 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MarshLane Posted October 3, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 3, 2019 Hi Simon, What paints have you used? I have a Model driver/fireman here that need painting ... any suggestions? Rich Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted October 3, 2019 Author Share Posted October 3, 2019 Hi Rich, Vallejo Model Color, acrylics. Learning with them, finding the fast drying times a benefit, but takes a bit of getting used to. atb Simon 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted October 5, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 5, 2019 On 03/10/2019 at 23:10, Simond said: Hi Rich, Vallejo Model Color, acrylics. Learning with them, finding the fast drying times a benefit, but takes a bit of getting used to. atb Simon Simon Deepest condolences for your loss (apologies for only just seeing your news). Turning to happier matters, I've also started using Vallejo paints. Didn't get on with them to start with but after making a wet palette things much improved. My wet palette is a Chinese takeaway plastic container (with lid), a 10mm (ish) thick foam sponge in the base, and a layer of greaseproof paper on top. Put some water in the base of the container, it will dampen the greaseproof paper. Put blobs of paint on the greaseproof paper and mix to suit. The damp paper keeps the paint workable for hours. Putting the lid on has, for me, kept it workable for 6 weeks. HTH. 6 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted October 5, 2019 Author Share Posted October 5, 2019 (edited) Chris, thanks for the kind thoughts. thanks also for the wet palette description. I had done something similar when I first started using acrylics, though it was somewhat simpler, and less sophisticated; I used greaseproof paper, but simply laid it on a folded piece of wet kitchen roll, on a saucer. It worked very well for a session, less well with another saucer laid over the top overnight. I can imagine that a proper, close-able container would be hugely better. I’m slowly building up a collection of paints. They clearly can be mixed, but it seems to me that having the right base colour straight out of the tube is the way to go. This makes subsequent washes & drybrushing somewhat easier. Of course it does mean you need a lot of paints... atb Simon Edited October 5, 2019 by Simond 3 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Mikkel Posted October 25, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 25, 2019 Thanks Chris and Simon for the info on wet palettes. I had never thought of that before, very useful. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted October 27, 2019 Author Share Posted October 27, 2019 (edited) Morning all. after many months of “Monkey on my back” with the Arduino - controlled t/t, I finally sorted & reinstalled it yesterday. Hoorah! Frankly, it wasn’t that difficult, it just needed doing. Anyway, I’ve done it and will post the code in the appropriate thread. Link thingy below. Need to do the final link in that chain, the lights. Not today. As a reward for clearing the circuit board off the workbench, I started a Parkside Dundas Mica A meat van, I intend to have a short rake of them eventually, but have one for now. There has been a recent discussion about springing PD wagons, I think I’ll give it a try. Will report back later. atb Simon edit - link for PD wagons Edited October 30, 2019 by Simond 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Hal Nail Posted October 27, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 27, 2019 3 hours ago, Simond said: There has been a recent discussion about springing PD wagons, I think I’ll give it a try. Will report back later. Will be interesting to see - photos as you go please! 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted October 27, 2019 Author Share Posted October 27, 2019 Your wish... What we have here are the two solebars with chunks of 1.5mm PK glued behind the springs. I did them this morning and have been out for 6 hours, so they should be ok to carve & drill. This creates a block about 4.5 thick, but only 2mm wide at the buckle of the moulded spring. I have exactly 4 Kadee springs, which are 1.75 dia x 4.6 free length. The pockets will therefore need to be about 1.8mm dia The axleboxes have been stuck to the square pieces (9&10 per the PD instructions) and filed so the axleboxes will slide up over the moulded plastic springs. The bearings have been placed through the axle box backs (8). so now I need to work out how to drill 4 pairs of matching holes in axleboxes & spring buckles, and then assemble them without gluing it all up solid or losing one of the springs. more soon atb Simon 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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