jazz Posted October 12, 2018 Author Share Posted October 12, 2018 Well, I didn't quite make the finish today. Maybe be able to do that tomorrow if I have a clear day at the bench 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
N15class Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 There seems to be an awful lot of bits to bolt on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 13, 2018 Author Share Posted October 13, 2018 Hi Peter. You can say that again, there is still a bucket load in the tray to sort out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 13, 2018 Author Share Posted October 13, 2018 (edited) Hi. In a bit of a state of shock as I realise it's finished ready for cleaning up and painting. Starting on that tomorrow. The only bit of construction is finishing the last bit on the valve gear after painting. What a long build this has been for such a small prototype. At least the painting is straight forward being plain BR black. Uuurrg just noticed the rain strips on the roof are missing. Thankfully a five minute job. Edited October 13, 2018 by jazz 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dan Randall Posted October 13, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 13, 2018 What a long build this has been for such a small prototype. You're having laugh Ken - you only started it on 30th September. I'd still be reading the instructions.... (Nice build, by the way). Regards Dan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 14, 2018 Author Share Posted October 14, 2018 You're having laugh Ken - you only started it on 30th September. I'd still be reading the instructions.... (Nice build, by the way). Regards Dan Thanks Dan. (A small tank loco should only take no more than a week ) 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 14, 2018 Author Share Posted October 14, 2018 Hi. A good days work making a start on the painting, reassembling and test running. All running very well. It is quite a heavy model needing no additional weight. Balance weights to be added, backhead to paint and fit glazing, crew, coal to add etc., etc. 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Holt Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Looks like the brake blocks are also missing? Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 15, 2018 Author Share Posted October 15, 2018 Looks like the brake blocks are also missing? Dave. Correct, them and few few other things to be added. All now are now fitted on the final assembly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 15, 2018 Author Share Posted October 15, 2018 At last just waiting for the number plates, then fitting the Dingham couplings and she will then be on the roster. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Very purposeful. A real bruiser! Lovely build, Ken Best Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 That’s a great build! I do have to get one of these Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
3 link Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 Morning Ken, Have you got the new solder station fired up yet? Just wondered what you thought of it, as I intend to buy an Esra this time. I miss loco building and would like to do at least one build over the winter, I have a few little boxes gathering dust in the cupboard, but the layout build has taken president of late. Keep up the good work, Martyn. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 Morning Ken, Have you got the new solder station fired up yet? Just wondered what you thought of it, as I intend to buy an Esra this time. I miss loco building and would like to do at least one build over the winter, I have a few little boxes gathering dust in the cupboard, but the layout build has taken president of late. Keep up the good work, Martyn. Hi Martyn. I've been using the Ersa for the past week. So far, no complaints. I have the I-Con Pico 80W. Works well on 7mm etched kits. I have purchased a 5mm and 3.5mm soldering tips, using the 5mm most of the time and switching to the 3.5mm for smaller items. I have it set to 400C for all the work except the smallest of white metal casings. After advice from Warren Shephard I have watered down the liquid flux and all seems well by doing that so far. (I use MBO Z60 flux) The default on this one is to start to reduce temperature after 5mins of inactivity. Instructions say you can alter that by accessing it's default menu. I have not had the courage to start meddling with default settings. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdb82 Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 After advice from Warren Shephard I have watered down the liquid flux and all seems well by doing that so far. (I use MBO Z60 flux) Ken, could I ask what kind of ratio you use to water it down with? I'd quite like to give that a go. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 Ken, could I ask what kind of ratio you use to water it down with? I'd quite like to give that a go. Watered down by approximately 40%. I've only just started doing that and appears OK. I'm just starting a Gladiator Jubilee, so will see how that pans out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
3 link Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) Thanks for the advice Ken, I always use to have Antex irons, but the last one lasted not even two years and after some research found out they are now made in China rather than in the UK. And another thanks goes to you, as it was interesting threads like yours that finally helped get my enthusiasm ( mojo ) back. Cheers, Martyn. Edited October 16, 2018 by 3 link 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 Thanks for the advice Ken, I always use to have Antex irons, but the last one lasted not even two years and after some research found out they are now made in China rather than in the UK. And another thanks goes to you, as it was interesting threads like yours that finally helped get my enthusiasm ( mojo ) back. Cheers, Martyn. You're very welcome Martyn. I too have used Antex 50W temp controlled for some years and also found the quality has dropped. Needed two replacements in three years and the latest one the power cable failed three times in the past twelve months. The cable finally reducing to less than three feet. They are now useless in my opinion. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 17, 2018 Author Share Posted October 17, 2018 Right, Now for another Gladiator Jubilee. This one is to be 45671 Prince Rupert. Not expecting any surprises with this kit as it's a well trodden build in my case. Spent yesterday afternoon prepping all etches for the tender and spent today on the chassis and some of the body. I very happy with the Ersa soldering station after thinking I would never need one. (The result in the decline of the Antex irons) 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
N15class Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Looks a little more straight forward than my Oakville one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 17, 2018 Author Share Posted October 17, 2018 Looks a little more straight forward than my Oakville one. Peter, I have had some 'fun' building Oakville kits. The Gladiator kit is a walk in the park by comparison. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 Tender is almost finished, just the buffers and the footplate to fit when I have built the loco. This is to check the correct height for the footplate. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibateg Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Nice work Ken - I ditched my Antex after 30 years and moved on to an Ersa iCon1 and have never looked back, I wouldn't be without it. Regards Tony Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 (edited) Nice work Ken - I ditched my Antex after 30 years and moved on to an Ersa iCon1 and have never looked back, I wouldn't be without it. Regards Tony Thanks Tony. I love the Ersa after the cumbersome Antex. Edited October 19, 2018 by jazz Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 (edited) Stop it guys, please, my soldering irons are all working fine. I don’t need another one... Simon Edited October 19, 2018 by Simond Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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