RMweb Premium Siberian Snooper Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 14, 2015 Stanley 1 Livingstone 0 Q Weren't they the ones that explored Africa? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailWest Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 >>>The newish Ratio 'box is rather nice and a sort of 'in between' size as far as the lever frame is concerned being right for around 21-23 levers.... It's difficult to tell exactly, but from what I have seen of the publicity pictures for the new Ratio SB interior kit, definitely not a GWR example :-( Do not forget also that the frame type for a ground-level box would usually be slightly different from that of a platform-level or 2-storey box. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 14, 2015 >>>The newish Ratio 'box is rather nice and a sort of 'in between' size as far as the lever frame is concerned being right for around 21-23 levers.... It's difficult to tell exactly, but from what I have seen of the publicity pictures for the new Ratio SB interior kit, definitely not a GWR example :-( Do not forget also that the frame type for a ground-level box would usually be slightly different from that of a platform-level or 2-storey box. The best kit for a GWR signalbox interior is the Springside kit - almost everything in it is correct, from the treadplates and levers to the cupboards but the block instruments area bit on the 'representative side, actually quite a lot on the representative side. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Captain Kernow Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 14, 2015 The best kit for a GWR signalbox interior is the Springside kit - almost everything in it is correct, from the treadplates and levers to the cupboards but the block instruments area bit on the 'representative side, actually quite a lot on the representative side. True, Mike, but scratchbuilding your own interior isn't that hard, if you're comfortable playing around with various bits of plasticard for an hour or so... Stanley 1 Livingstone 0 Q Wolverhampton Wanderers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Captain Kernow Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 14, 2015 What about Barnstaple Vic? Aren't they doing 'Mother Goose', with a supporting cast of quackers? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold colin penfold Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 14, 2015 Panto's been and gone oh no it hasn't....... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 14, 2015 The best kit for a GWR signalbox interior is the Springside kit - almost everything in it is correct, from the treadplates and levers to the cupboards but the block instruments area bit on the 'representative side, actually quite a lot on the representative side. I'd agree with that Mike, and there's no kettle, fridge or microwave either 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 14, 2015 When were 'Microwaves' invented the Spams (the well known machine for cooking cats, not the actual science things that waft in space)? P 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 14, 2015 When were 'Microwaves' invented the Spams (the well known machine for cooking cats, not the actual science things that waft in space)? P Microwaves were invented well before ex GWR signal boxes stopped being used by signal persons. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 14, 2015 Ps, having two ANtB threads is very confusing. I might press the Report button and get a Mod to merge them back. ;-p Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold colin penfold Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 14, 2015 When were 'Microwaves' invented the Spams (the well known machine for cooking cats, not the actual science things that waft in space)? P Youve upset coolio Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 14, 2015 (edited) Maybe the Baby Belling preceded them? (No, I didn't say baby bellowing) P Edited January 14, 2015 by Mallard60022 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 14, 2015 Maybe the Baby Belling preceded them? images (2).jpg (No, I didn't say baby bellowing) P There's both in The St Blazey box. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold colin penfold Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 14, 2015 Of course you could microwave a gerbil Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 14, 2015 There's both in The St Blazey box. That's 'cause Oggies taste cr*p if done in the microwave!!!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted January 14, 2015 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted January 14, 2015 Ps, having two ANtB threads is very confusing. I might press the Report button and get a Mod to merge them back. ;-p There is only one ANTB............and this isnt it. No need to get confused. The original is a fine account of lovely modelling and this isnt. I pop out to ,work and the thread turns into some kind of weird cooker review. Come on. We are talking about kettles here, of the Swindon variety. Pay attention you lot. Now back to the matter in hand. I am going with the Ratio signal box which will be platform mounted. I am still working on the station building. I think i have more or less got everything for this layout in terms of stock and buildings so i should be making a start pretty soon on the base boards which will be from 9mm ply and other bits and bobs. I am also finalising-the background to the Shallowford branch and will post it up in a bit. Stay tuned. Rob 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted January 14, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 14, 2015 Rob.You must be doing something right with seven pages and 15 followers after a week of starting this thread.At least you're starting from scratch, mine was 80% finished before RMweb came along to distract me. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted January 15, 2015 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted January 15, 2015 I have Toad......In bauxite...which I intend to use as the beach brake van. Would this be okay or would an unfitted example be more in keeping. Also, in a mixed train would we see a coach wagon and toad formation....u you get my drift.. Rob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted January 15, 2015 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted January 15, 2015 That's branch brake van.....sausage fingers! Rob 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted January 15, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 15, 2015 I quite like the idea of using a Toad as a beach hut. Solid, waterproof, nice veranda, stove inside when it's chilly - good thinking ! 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Siberian Snooper Posted January 15, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 15, 2015 Also, in a mixed train would we see a coach wagon and toad formation....u you get my drift.. Rob Yes, that's an acceptable formation. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted January 15, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 15, 2015 This thread is getting too sensible despite Stubby's fine contribution. You will be pleased to hear I shall not be revisiting and thus causing chaos. Good luck and may your Thompsons remain interesting. P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted January 15, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 15, 2015 Sorry, just before I go, does this layout have to be in Cornwall? I ask as the Yelverton idea would be a lovely place, with two branches and lots of interesting features with the occasional excuse to run 'excursions'. Even has a cutting and tunnel. Bye. P 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted January 15, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 15, 2015 Flying south for the winter Ducky ? I thought this layout wasn't going to be in Cornwall - it is to be an eastern based GWR station. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted January 15, 2015 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted January 15, 2015 Flying south for the winter Ducky ? I hope not, they do unspeakable things to Ducks in Brighton. Rob 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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