Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 (edited) Edited March 21, 2016 by Andrew P 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 (edited) John/ Andrew, I think I see Kaydee couplers on most of Andrews stock in recent photos (just like your approach John), and I was wondering how Andrew is finding them in terms of enhancing the operations of his layout. John and I have commented on the importance of a good automatic couplers before in assisting a layout reach its potential; how are you finding it Andrew? It seems to me that both your gentlemen have proved that kaydees fit the bill well and that their ease of operation outweigh their non-British appearance...would that be a fair assessment? regards, Andy R Hi Andy, my preference is to use Kadees when I can, I still have some bits that are not converted, but that's more due to time than ability. They look o.k. on Diesels, and on Tenders of Steamers but I don't like them on the front of Steamers, but I still think operationally the bad looks on the front is outweighed by the good operation. Edited March 21, 2016 by Andrew P 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 Some really good pictues there Bodgit... Pictures look great Andy Thanks Guys, still playing with both couplings and operation so more pics soon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 As well as the 700, George has just reminded me of the T9, now how could I forget the T9. Also there will be an S15 joining the Fleet very soon as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zomboid Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Hi Andy, my preference is to use Kadees when I can, U still have some bits that are not converted, but that's more due to time than ability. They look o.k. on Diesels, and on Tenders of Steamers but I don't like them on the front of Steamers, but I still think operationally the bad looks on the front out ways the good operation A kadee at least looks like it belongs on a train, though on a short 4 wheel wagon it's a bit odd.Not as though a tension lock is any more realistic looking. And I admire anyone using 3 links in O, never mind OO - must be enthusiastic squinters... Anyway, I've been enjoying the latest batch of operating shots. I've always liked the LSWR beyond Salisbury, which this definitely is. All south western BLTs should have green coaches, IMO... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Oldddudders Posted March 21, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted March 21, 2016 I'm happy to endorse all Andy's proposed new locos as great models, but the S15 would never have been allowed this far west, I think. Meldon Viaduct has a lot to answer for! And both my O2s and my 0298s are fine runners with sensible length trains, albeit on a fairly level layout. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 A kadee at least looks like it belongs on a train, though on a short 4 wheel wagon it's a bit odd. Not as though a tension lock is any more realistic looking. And I admire anyone using 3 links in O, never mind OO - must be enthusiastic squinters... Anyway, I've been enjoying the latest batch of operating shots. I've always liked the LSWR beyond Salisbury, which this definitely is. All south western BLTs should have green coaches, IMO... Thanks Zomboid, I agree about Kadee's on 4 wheelers but as the Layout is fairly strait I can get away with 17's & 18's on most stock, so they don't look to bad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 I'm happy to endorse all Andy's proposed new locos as great models, but the S15 would never have been allowed this far west, I think. Meldon Viaduct has a lot to answer for! And both my O2s and my 0298s are fine runners with sensible length trains, albeit on a fairly level layout. Thanks for that Ian, that'll save me a few quid, ALTHOUGH my Q1 may get a run down there as Nine Elm's wanted to see if they would be any use in Cornwall :no: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 (edited) Just picked up a nice little T9, Late Crest DCC FITTED from Rails. Edited March 21, 2016 by Andrew P 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Popular Post Share Posted March 21, 2016 Today saw the running of the Liskeard Coals to Pencarne Yard, It will then run around, drop off the Brake Van, collect the China Clays from the Mileage Siding, attaché it to the Brake Van, and then depart to Fowey Docks. This is the MOST relaxing fun I've had for many years. Let the pics tell the Story 29 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Rowsley17D Posted March 21, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted March 21, 2016 Hi Andy, do you have any water facilities for your steamers? I seem to think a while back your were contemplating a tower. No doubt at some point during their shunting the locos will take on water? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 (edited) Hi Andy, do you have any water facilities for your steamers? I seem to think a while back your were contemplating a tower. No doubt at some point during their shunting the locos will take on water? Yes your quite correct Jonathan, it will be on the base at the Headshunt, It's a Ratio Round type. and will go on here. Edited March 21, 2016 by Andrew P 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Clive Mortimore Posted March 21, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted March 21, 2016 Yes your quite correct Jonathan, it will be on the base at the Headshunt, It's a Ratio Round type. and will go on here. Meadow 1 008.JPG I know I have asked this before but are you going to have a cattle dock? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 I know I have asked this before but are you going to have a cattle dock? I've been giving that some though Clive, I need to find a home for one somewhere if I can, it was going to go along side the Baby Platform Line opposite the Cottages, but I rather like the Grass embankment now, that that may still change at a later date, unless someone comes up with a better place for it. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brgmini Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Great layout Andy . Really enjoying your photos and updates . What a brilliant idea to run to a 'time table' keep up the excellent work , all the best , Kev 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 Great layout Andy . Really enjoying your photos and updates . What a brilliant idea to run to a 'time table' keep up the excellent work , all the best , Kev Yes thanks for that Kev, it will be a running order to represent a very busy day, in reality far to much movement for a real Station and Goods Yard but more enjoyable that just running ANY OLD TRAIN just for the sake of it, it adds a purpose to the Layout and Stock. Thanks for looking in, and your posting. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobster Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 (edited) I see the nice Morris J2 Camper still parked up in the field Andy - Thought that you would appreciate seeing this one, its a 1963 model (Did you sell any of these ?), they were very nice Inside. Cheers, Bob. Edited March 21, 2016 by bobster 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
60091 Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Hi Andy Thanks for all the fantastic photos showing a day in the life of Pencarne. The info describing each working really brings the layout to life... Regards Alan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 More excellent photos Andy. Really glad that your finding Pencarne a joy to operate as I know how important that was to you. It really is looking fantastic. Cheers Marcus Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sp1 Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Some great photos there Andy. Good to hear that you're enjoying operating it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 I see the nice Morris J2 Camper still parked up in the field Andy - Thought that you would appreciate seeing this one, its a 1963 model (Did you sell any of these ?), they were very nice Inside. Cheers, Bob. BOB, How bloomin Old do you think I am, I was 13 in 1963, hhahahha No, I was only in Car Sales from the age of about 27 and in BLMC Car and Commercial Workshops as an Apprentice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 (edited) Some great photos there Andy. Good to hear that you're enjoying operating it Hi Andy Thanks for all the fantastic photos showing a day in the life of Pencarne. The info describing each working really brings the layout to life... More excellent photos Andy. Really glad that your finding Pencarne a joy to operate as I know how important that was to you. It really is looking fantastic. Cheers Marcus Regards Alan Cheers Marcus, Alan and Steve, good to see you Guys still enjoying Pen. ???????????????????DONT REALLY KNOW WHAT'S HAPPENED ABOVE? Edited March 21, 2016 by Andrew P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Brinkly Posted March 21, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted March 21, 2016 BOB, How bloomin Old do you think I am, I was 13 in 1963, hhahahha No, I was only in Car Sales from the age of about 27 and in BLMC Car and Commercial Workshops as an Apprentice. I don't remember much from 1963, my dad was 12 so he might! Hahahah You love it really Andy! ;-) (I do enjoy reading this thread!) Kind regards, Nick 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobster Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 BOB, How bloomin Old do you think I am, I was 13 in 1963, hhahahha No, I was only in Car Sales from the age of about 27 and in BLMC Car and Commercial Workshops as an Apprentice. Hahahaha .... I was only 11, but I do remember them well into the 70s ...... I think you could get them for a couple of hundred quid then ..... But needed some work Hahaha. Cheers, Bob. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 Re the Camper, if you look back at this pic from Sunday, you will see that the Camper Van is on its way home at the end of its week in Pencarne. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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