steve1 Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 Nick, How did you do those bufferstops? Thanks steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted April 11, 2016 Author Share Posted April 11, 2016 How did you do those bufferstops? Steve, they were scratch built by a friend of mine who is a talented builder in the model boat world. All done from photos and based on the Rawie Type 4 ZEB/6 friction buffer stop at York parcel sidings. I painted them. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 5BarVT Posted April 11, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 11, 2016 Well it gives you an idea, you can probably find similar looking regular electrical relay cabinets more square-on and do the same with. But at the end of day, if so few know what should really be inside there .. who can say it's wrong Agreed, but I'm one who can! Only just seen this layout and I like the idea of an open door location case (loc for short). FYI the two photos in cromptonnut's post are actually telecoms cabinets: you can tell by the thick door which contains all the air-conditioning kit. You might be able to get some suitable images from one of the signalling manufacturers' web sites. Paul. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve1 Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Thanks Nick! Someone needs to do a kit or RTR version of them as they quite common. Maybe your friend could a "How you" article for one of the mags? I'm sure the DEMU Update editor would be glad of it! steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 You might be able to get some suitable images from one of the signalling manufacturers' web sites. Thanks, I will have a search around. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 Someone needs to do a kit or RTR version of them as they quite common. Yes and there are several different types of friction buffer stops http://www.rawie.de/index.php/gb/bahntechnik/vollbahn/gueterverkehr/bremsprellboecke Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 5BarVT Posted April 12, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 12, 2016 Try this: http://www.hwilliams.co.uk/railways-s-c-signalling-crossings/loc-power-cubicle/ Ignore the power bay at the end, but you might be able to manipulate the view through the double doors. It's not particularly full, but is a good example of a current loc case internal design. Paul. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted April 13, 2016 Author Share Posted April 13, 2016 Trying to recreate the modern scene in a small space all 4 foot of it. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesg Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Those buffer stops are very finely detailed; I thought they were 3D-printed before you said otherwise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted April 17, 2016 Author Share Posted April 17, 2016 31233 & 37419 sit on the sidings. 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted April 23, 2016 Author Share Posted April 23, 2016 Spot of wiring on a Saturday afternoon, thanks John. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ess1uk Posted April 24, 2016 Share Posted April 24, 2016 (edited) This sort of thing? http://www.railway-technology.com/uploads/storefront/28138/images/245572/small/ips-test-2.jpg http://www.railway-technology.com/uploads/storefront/28138/images/245575/small/cab-5.jpg definitely more like telecom cabinets than S&T locs great little layout btw Edited April 24, 2016 by ess1uk Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted April 25, 2016 Author Share Posted April 25, 2016 I think the 'wiring' photos have scared everyone off Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted April 26, 2016 Author Share Posted April 26, 2016 Its all about presentation. Had these made, one for the end and one for the front of the layout. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted May 1, 2016 Author Share Posted May 1, 2016 37421 and 37602 spend the weekend on the sidings. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted May 2, 2016 Author Share Posted May 2, 2016 A couple of Bank holiday snaps featuring 37405, 57304 & 57308 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted May 2, 2016 Share Posted May 2, 2016 This is a great layout and such a simple trackplan, fantastic. Looking forward to future updates and photos. Cheers, George Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted May 7, 2016 Author Share Posted May 7, 2016 The scenic bit. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted May 7, 2016 Share Posted May 7, 2016 Love this, so simple yet so effective. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Digital Posted May 7, 2016 Share Posted May 7, 2016 My wife commented on how professional it looks. John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signaller69 Posted May 7, 2016 Share Posted May 7, 2016 (edited) Really like the simplicity of your design Nick, and looking forward to seeing it in the flesh. Have a couple of ideas for further minor details, as it seems primarily for loco stabling have you thought of adding an "authorised walking route" for the crews? Often just a gravel path inside wooden stays to keep the ballast separate, with wooden walkways across the track (usually covered with yellow anti slip matting, akin to shed roof material). Also with the superb GSM-R mast, some signs for loco's departing with the local GSM-R registration information (and maybe NRN area info too)? Just a thought anyway. Cracking modelling Nick! Cheers, Martyn. Edited May 7, 2016 by Signaller69 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted May 7, 2016 Author Share Posted May 7, 2016 Thanks Martyn Also with the superb GSM-R mast, some signs for loco's departing with the local GSM-R registration information (and maybe NRN area info too)? Something like this? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ess1uk Posted May 7, 2016 Share Posted May 7, 2016 That's for CSR but think the GSMR ones are similar, I've not seen one in ages. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signaller69 Posted May 7, 2016 Share Posted May 7, 2016 Google image search throws up several images, not shared them on here in case it breaches rules? GSM-R signs are quite small, often blue background with white "GSM-R" and local network number, though there are different ones when passing into, out of or different coverage areas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted May 9, 2016 Author Share Posted May 9, 2016 57305 'Northern Princess' sits on the sidings. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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