High Level Kits Posted May 2, 2014 Author Share Posted May 2, 2014 Like others, I really like the sound of the J72 chassis. I am also interested in having a go at a CSB chassis. Does the J72 support that as supplied, or will it need modifying? Thanks. Mike, for the first time I've actually built in the CSB facility - some of the crosswires that support the brakes can be used as pivots - but have kept this out of the main instructions to avoid confusion (on top of x3 track gauges + rigid + 2 compensation methods). I need to test one, then I'll probably put a page on the site showing how it works. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGC Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 I think I may just change my shopping list for Expo and add another item from the High Level stand. Guess what! Phil Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 I think I may just change my shopping list for Expo and add another item from the High Level stand... I'm going to see if there's anything in the kitty to cover the cost of a "Pug" chassis kit..... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_man Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 That's the plan Steve, and etches for the bufferbeams and it's possible I may offer detail castings as an option. The present version, with the compensated brake rods, is compatible with the majority of the class, and the plastic body, as it comes Hi Chris, I improved a couple of my J72s with the Mainly Trains chassis which now look very basic compared to yours! Will it be possible to fit the inside valve gear in an OO gauge chassis? The cab of the J72 is very empty once the Bachmann motor lump is removed so a backhead and other cab details would be a welcome addition. The improvement your Pug kit made to my ex-Dapol model is amazing, so I am eagerly anticipating this one. Best regards, Steve Canada Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Level Kits Posted May 2, 2014 Author Share Posted May 2, 2014 Hi Chris, I improved a couple of my J72s with the Mainly Trains chassis which now look very basic compared to yours! Will it be possible to fit the inside valve gear in an OO gauge chassis? The cab of the J72 is very empty once the Bachmann motor lump is removed so a backhead and other cab details would be a welcome addition. The improvement your Pug kit made to my ex-Dapol model is amazing, so I am eagerly anticipating this one. Best regards, Steve Canada Glad you enjoyed the pug Steve. The J72 instructions recommend a simplified version of the valve gear and if you choose to compensate in OO then the beam goes through the motion bracket where the valves are. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EHertsGER Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Chris If we are all good little boys and girls and get our letters off early, what are the chnaces of this marvelous piece of work being applied to the forthcoming Hornby J15? I am staring at a pile of blank sandwiches of 0.022" nickel silver strips (you see when I was a good little boy I read Guy Williams articles...for it was a long time ago...) contemplating the completion of five J15 chassis. I promise to be kind to people I don't like and adopt stray animals if this is likely to become a reality.... Best, Marcus New Yor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Level Kits Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 Hello Marcus, I've just had a look at a pic of the J15 and I'm not sure it would be a goer. My last Great Eastern engine, the Y5, didn't exactly set the world on fire (relatively speaking) although it was well received by those who actually bough it. I'll keep my eyes and ears open and see what the punters' response is to the prospect of the model's release, but you're the first to mention it up to now. Please, do go ahead with all the other stuff on your list of promises and you'll be an inspiration to others... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EHertsGER Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 (edited) Hello Marcus, I've just had a look at a pic of the J15 and I'm not sure it would be a goer. My last Great Eastern engine, the Y5, didn't exactly set the world on fire (relatively speaking) although it was well received by those who actually bough it. I'll keep my eyes and ears open and see what the punters' response is to the prospect of the model's release, but you're the first to mention it up to now. Please, do go ahead with all the other stuff on your list of promises and you'll be an inspiration to others... There was me looking for a short cut - J65 x 2 chassis on the bench, GER wagon decals in design stage and sourcing a means of producing a GER Dia 17 (+Dia 16?) to replace Danny Pinnocks long lost kits are keeping me busy right now. Then in an idle moment I cut a set of J15 frames, since they were on my mind... I asked Brassmasters the same question and they seem to be planning one of their overlay type chassis for P4 for the J15, so that probably let's you off the hook. I just need to clear those Parkside van bodies off the bench to get anything done! Best, Marcus Edited May 29, 2014 by EHertsGER Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 Im looking into coreless motors that could be used instead of Mashima motors with High level gearboxes, Ive seen some that look like they would be a good match with screw holes etc, Im wondering if anyone has looked into this already with regards suppliers. Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 Im looking into coreless motors that could be used instead of Mashima motors with High level gearboxes, Ive seen some that look like they would be a good match with screw holes etc, Im wondering if anyone has looked into this already with regards suppliers. The German kit makers use a similar combination in their tender drives. Not very efficient with worms, though.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 (edited) would still like to give it a try, for small shunters rather than big pacifics. For the low down torque at start off. Edited June 9, 2014 by Michael Delamar Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 Im looking into coreless motors that could be used instead of Mashima motors with High level gearboxes, Ive seen some that look like they would be a good match with screw holes etc, Im wondering if anyone has looked into this already with regards suppliers. Mike A Maxon? 15 mm dia. x 36 mm long. 10 mm centres for fixing holes. Porcy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 sounds good, where dya get them? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 sounds good, where dya get them? Lots on eBay. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 any particular model numbers? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 RE10, RE13 would suit your purposes. Also the various A-max jobs.... Sky's the limit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Level Kits Posted June 12, 2014 Author Share Posted June 12, 2014 Just getting slightly off the subject, I have limited quantities of discontinued Mashima 16 series round cans for sale. Once they're gone that'll be itI Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium skipepsi Posted December 23, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted December 23, 2014 Just like to say what prompt service, ordered Saturday afternoon and received today in time for MrsB to give me it as a Christmas present. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Sidecar Racer Posted December 23, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted December 23, 2014 Just like to say what prompt service, ordered Saturday afternoon and received today in time for MrsB to give me it as a Christmas present. It's always a pleasure dealing with Chris , helpful with queries and quick on dispatch . 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfsboy Posted December 23, 2014 Share Posted December 23, 2014 Just in case its helpful SB Modellbau do tons of Falhauber and Maxon conversions for mainly continetal locos but might help some one . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad McCann Posted December 24, 2014 Share Posted December 24, 2014 Chris; If you design a new EM chassis for the old DJH Barclay I'll happily have your babies, mate! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Siberian Snooper Posted December 24, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted December 24, 2014 Chris; If you design a new EM chassis for the old DJH Barclay I'll happily have your babies, mate! Can I have the marketing concession for your life story etc.?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted December 24, 2014 Share Posted December 24, 2014 (edited) Chris; If you design a new EM chassis for the old DJH Barclay I'll happily have your babies, mate! With all this talk of babies it's worth considering that Mr G may have had more than just a hand in the conception of the original DJH AB! I keep suggesting a complete 14" 0-4-0 Barclay saddle tank to Chris but he never rises to the bait. But then... even if he did bring out an AB... would you buy a loco kit of this man??? He he... I've been looking for an excuse to post that for ages... Happy Christmas Chris... Edited December 24, 2014 by Porcy Mane 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted December 24, 2014 Share Posted December 24, 2014 Chris; If you design a new EM chassis for the old DJH Barclay I'll happily have your babies, mate! Well, with the advances being made in medical science, be careful what you wish for! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted December 24, 2014 Share Posted December 24, 2014 Question to High Level Can you confirm which of the gearboxes are grub screw fitting on the final gear please ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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