hammer73 Posted October 11, 2016 Share Posted October 11, 2016 Wow. I have just read through the whole blog What a fantastic display of modelling first class it simply is fantastic enjoyed seeing the transformation and Weill keep tabs on this in the future Well done truly wonderful Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 11, 2016 Author Share Posted October 11, 2016 Wow. I have just read through the whole blog What a fantastic display of modelling first class it simply is fantastic enjoyed seeing the transformation and Weill keep tabs on this in the future Well done truly wonderful Thanks. Glad you appreciate it. Still a lot of work to do before it's ready for Warley. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammer73 Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 Thanks. Glad you appreciate it. Still a lot of work to do before it's ready for Warley. Sorry wrong tag button hit great work 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calnefoxile Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Al, You know this layout alone may make the trip the Warley worthwhile. Well Done. Neal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 13, 2016 Author Share Posted October 13, 2016 Al, You know this layout alone may make the trip the Warley worthwhile. Well Done. Neal. Thanks. I hope it doesn't disappoint when seen in the flesh. Al. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 (edited) For those who are interested, I've set up a Facebook page for Remagen. The link below will take you to it. Please take a look, and if you enjoy, it hit the 'Like' button. https://www.facebook.com/BridgeAtRemagen/ Many thanks. Edited October 14, 2016 by Al. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PhilJ W Posted October 14, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 14, 2016 For those who are interested, I've set up a Facebook page for Remagen. The link below will take you to it. Please take a look, and if you enjoy, it hit the 'Like' button. https://www.facebook..._homepage_panel Many thanks. 14731193_563306447204709_2412494677122549722_n.jpg The link doesn't work. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 The link doesn't work. Try it now... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 I really hate wiring.... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 On a brighter note, the river is looking good. Six costs of varnish later I think we're nearly there. This one is still not quite dry do a bit white in places. By tomorrow evening it'll be ok. Al. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 17, 2016 Author Share Posted October 17, 2016 More river update. It's all dried nice and clear. I've placed the boats back in place and 90% happy with the results. They still need a bit more getting to get them right. As you can see on the second picture of the paddle steamer, it's now sitting a little bit high. Al. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 21, 2016 Author Share Posted October 21, 2016 Got into test running last night. It was a bit of a mixed result. On the plus side, train ran and all section switches worked. Although my track is filthy and is in need of a serious clean. On he minus side, none of the points worked! Not good. They worked ok earlier in the week, but that was with power fed direct to them. Job for the next couple of nights is to sort this. Al. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium jamie92208 Posted October 21, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 21, 2016 Hi Al, I've been an irregular visitor to this thread but having been to Remagen have always found it interesting. I've just paid another visit and have been blown away by your river surface. I've got about 2 sq. metres of tidal river to do for Lancaster Green Ayre and don't fancy using bottled products in small expensive quantities. The toiler paper method appeals to me and I've been inspired to have a go. I'm going to be at Warley so will certainly come and have a look at the layout during the weekend. Keep up the good work. Jamie 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 21, 2016 Author Share Posted October 21, 2016 Jamie. Thanks for your comments. I prices up the 'off the shelf' stuff for the Rhine and it was coming in at over £100... The toilet paper method has works really well, plus it has the added advantage of being a lot lighter then the resin stuff, which is a bit blessing on a portable layout. The only down side I'm finding, is for months I've been using the river board for ad-hoc storage. Now, it's 'Ah, that can't go there. Damn...! Where do I put it...?' Al. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flood Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 The following photos may well be no use for you at all but they were taken at the start of a weeks holiday in July 1989 at Remagen: You may be able to use the photo of the plaque with your layout description. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 21, 2016 Author Share Posted October 21, 2016 Thanks Flood. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nile_Griffith Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 Loving the water effect!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 24, 2016 Author Share Posted October 24, 2016 Right, an update on the wiring. I've investigated the point motor issue and I was happy to confirm my wiring is all ok. The problem lies with the point motor and points. I have power to the motors, and they operate fine by themselves. However, once attacked to the underside of the points, they fail to throw them. I'm using seep motors and taken great care to set them centrally on the throw. The issue seems to be too much resistance in the points. Has anyone else encountered this? What are thought on removing the spring from the points as a solution? Al. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Ian Morgan Posted October 24, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 24, 2016 Questions: Are you using Capacitor Discharge Units (CDU) to provide a good bit of Oomph to the Seeps without risk of overheating them? Are there long runs of thin wire to the point motors? (a few yards of fine wire and connectors can soon build up to a few ohms, possibly halving the voltage at the motor) Are the Seeps mounted as close to 90 degrees to the track as possible? Ian Morgan Hampshire Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AireValley1962 Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 Very nice layout. And excellent modelling. Funny you should mention that about SEEPS as I had, or rather, still have, the exact same problem with mine. I only had about a foot of wire between the power and the motor, and it was installed correctly, but it worked fine off the point, and failed to completely throw on the point. I'd be interested to hear how you fix it, or if you need to use different motors. Cheers, William 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 Questions: Are you using Capacitor Discharge Units (CDU) to provide a good bit of Oomph to the Seeps without risk of overheating them? Are there long runs of thin wire to the point motors? (a few yards of fine wire and connectors can soon build up to a few ohms, possibly halving the voltage at the motor) Are the Seeps mounted as close to 90 degrees to the track as possible? Ian MorganHampshire I'm using an All Components Ltd HD CDU. The cable runs are long at about 6 meters. Currently wired in 7/0.2 wire. Point motors are set right. I sent ages doing that bit. I've got a second CDU which I'll Swip out this evening and retest. However I suspect I'm getting too much power drop between panel and points. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium PaulCheffus Posted October 25, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 25, 2016 I'm using an All Components Ltd HD CDU. The cable runs are long at about 6 meters. Currently wired in 7/0.2 wire. Point motors are set right. I sent ages doing that bit. I've got a second CDU which I'll Swip out this evening and retest. However I suspect I'm getting too much power drop between panel and points. Hi 7/0.2 wire is too thin for this you should be using 16/0.2 Cheers Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Ian Morgan Posted October 25, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 25, 2016 You could try a temporary fitting of thicker wire, or combining 2 or 3 lengths of thinner wire, to prove the diagnosis. I would avoid removing the built-in Peco springs unless you have other means for locking the points once thrown. Some Seep motors do include over-centre springs. Ian Morgan Hampshire Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 You could try a temporary fitting of thicker wire, or combining 2 or 3 lengths of thinner wire, to prove the diagnosis.I would avoid removing the built-in Peco springs unless you have other means for locking the points once thrown. Some Seep motors do include over-centre springs.Ian MorganHampshire The will be the start point for further diagnosis. Thanks for all the advice. I'll let you know how it goes. Al. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al. Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 Wiring update. I've got two point motors working. The issue does appear to be the wire gauge. Thanks for your help guys. Al. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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