Porcy Mane Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 smooth, slow operation Could almost be a description of Mr Gibbon himself. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axlebox Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 (edited) ...any pictures of Mr Gibbon's latest kit yet?? ...i take its one of these 'beautifully' ugly little brutes? https://www.flickr.com/photos/davidedwards/6120383832 Edited August 3, 2017 by Axlebox Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Level Kits Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 The website problem is still on-going, but anyone who needs to acces it can do so using this link: http://www.highlevelkits.co.uk/chris/Pages/ Once you're on the home page it should work as before.... Cheers, Chris. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon A Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Unfortunately Chris's website is still down. I did see a partially built test build. My wallet is waiting in anticipation for Scaleforum in September by which time it should be available. Gordon A 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefrk Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 (edited) ...any pictures of Mr Gibbon's latest kit yet?? ...i take its one of these 'beautifully' ugly little brutes? https://www.flickr.com/photos/davidedwards/6120383832 Oh come on Axle, it's a lovable little puppy.... And the drive system is beautifully contrived but silky smooth. Dave Franks. Edited August 3, 2017 by davefrk Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Level Kits Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 ...any pictures of Mr Gibbon's latest kit yet?? ...i take its one of these 'beautifully' ugly little brutes? https://www.flickr.com/photos/davidedwards/6120383832 It's this larger variant... 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Unfortunately Chris's website is still down..... I can just about access it here Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 It's this larger variant... Sort of like this but with the donkey engine on t'other side? LMS Fowler Locomotive ED1 by Fred Castor, on Flickr P 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelpara Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 This thread has helped me to spot the high level kit for the GT3, I have emailed them asking for the price for the kit but just curious if anyone knows the cost of it and how difficult / easy it is to assemble. From what I can see on the website it should be a straightforward install. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 This thread has helped me to spot the high level kit for the GT3, I have emailed them asking for the price for the kit but just curious if anyone knows the cost of it and how difficult / easy it is to assemble. From what I can see on the website it should be a straightforward install. If you haven't been there already: two threads that may be helpful. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/93125-building-a-better-gt3/&do=findComment&comment=1680375 http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/114917-building-the-chocolate-zephyr-gt3/page-1&do=findComment&comment=2433766 P 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbowilts Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 It's this larger variant... So, if I'm reading the left hand side of the picture correctly I can run a Kernow SRM and tone of these together? Tim T Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelpara Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 If you haven't been there already: two threads that may be helpful. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/93125-building-a-better-gt3/&do=findComment&comment=1680375 http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/114917-building-the-chocolate-zephyr-gt3/page-1&do=findComment&comment=2433766 P Thank you, not seen those Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Captain Kernow Posted August 3, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 3, 2017 It's this larger variant... Yes please! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 (edited) Scoop! I've just been sent this mobile phone snap, grabbed through the elbows of the thronging crowd that surrounded the High Level stand for most of last weekend. Taken by that prolific compiler of railway books, Mr David Dunn. I hope Mr Gibbon doesn't mind it being posted up here as it shows the unfinished test hack. I'm told most of the supply of first run etches are virtually sold out to pre-orders. P Edited August 3, 2017 by Porcy Mane 15 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axlebox Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 ...test hack indeed...if you could hack as well as that uncle poursee I'd gladly give you my almost new Spear and Jackson 4 1/2 lb axe... http://www.spear-and-jackson.com/product/axes/razorsharp-45lb-axe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 ...test hack indeed...if you could hack as well as that uncle poursee I'd gladly give you my almost new Spear and Jackson 4 1/2 lb axe... I might just be needing you to use that for me. Cameo baseboard on the horizon. P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Level Kits Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 Porcy, it’s always rewarding when someone shows enthusiasm for what I’m doing, so I’m grateful to you for posting this. The brakegear and sandpipes are missing, and the fit of the chassis needs to be sorted, but that’s more or less the finished model. I was particularly pleased to find that the ‘IllusoDrive system worked well on this model. Hopefully, the website should be behaving now... 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Prism Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 "IllusoDrive" ????!!!!! Sounds like Chris has concocted a new configuration... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 "IllusoDrive" ????!!!!! Sounds like Chris has concocted a new configuration... Been "around" for years in the 03 chassis. P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Prism Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Been "around" for years in the 03 chassis. That looks like a Load Compact+ or a Humpshunter. (Never heard it called an IllusoDrive before.) I like the name though... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 That looks like a Load Compact+ or a Humpshunter. (Never heard it called an IllusoDrive before.) I like the name though... The 'Illusodrive' business is the arrangement by which the flycrank is synchronised with the rods without - and this is the key bit - the two being connected. Does that make sense? Adam Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Prism Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 The 'Illusodrive' business is the arrangement by which the flycrank is synchronised with the rods without - and this is the key bit - the two being connected. Does that make sense? Yes. Sort of 'drivestretcher' for two axles. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Level Kits Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 That looks like a Load Compact+ or a Humpshunter. (Never heard it called an IllusoDrive before.) I like the name though... The front wheel crankpin sits right behind the conn rod, so the crankpin nut would have to be paper thin. On the model, the Jackshaft is gear-driven, and this drives the rear wheels; the front wheels are also driven by gears, with no crankpin, so they aren't connected to the rods at all... that's the illusion bit! 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SR DUNCAN Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Hi, Chris's website is now working for me which is good news. Duncan 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porcy Mane Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 That looks like a Load Compact+ or a Humpshunter. (Never heard it called an IllusoDrive before.) I like the name though... Apologies, I was dashing out for an appointment when I posted the video so didn't have time to write up a full explanation. As others have now pointed out, the 03 chassis the drive crank is driven by an additional gear train from the gearbox. There is no physical connection between the coupling rods and the crank. They both rotate at the same speed giving the very convincing illusion that they are connected. That's why the crank is missing from the video chassis, as if it was fitted you cannot tell that they are not connected via a crank pin. It saves the hassle of quartering the cranks. Clever engineering and Mr Gibbon should have patented the idea as I'm sure the "big boys" will pick up on the idea before long and start using it. P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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