Nick G Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Is it a stay at home layout or will it be exhibited? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted August 7, 2016 Author Share Posted August 7, 2016 Is it a stay at home layout or will it be exhibited? I built it so it was portable so I can move it about the house and garden for photos and things. I would like to exhibit the layout, but I have never taken a layout before. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Really impressed with your work here, fantastic progress. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted August 13, 2016 Author Share Posted August 13, 2016 Another new arrival on the fuelling point today. Its been a long wait but certainly worth it as the paint finish is very impressive from Bachmann. I'm afraid it is another class 66. It just needs detailing and weathering now. 66720 arrives into the siding awaiting its turn onto the fuelling point: There will be some other traction soon other than class 66s. Cheers, George 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Another new arrival on the fuelling point today. Its been a long wait but certainly worth it as the paint finish is very impressive from Bachmann. I'm afraid it is another class 66. It just needs detailing and weathering now. Very nice model isn't it, I have just detailed and weathered mine! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted August 13, 2016 Author Share Posted August 13, 2016 Very nice model isn't it, I have just detailed and weathered mine! It really is, I'm very impressed with it. I need to get mine weathered. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 4630 Posted August 13, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 13, 2016 (edited) . Edited November 12, 2016 by 4630 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 The full sized 66720 is in need of a good clean at one end at the moment when I saw it stabled at Eastleigh last week. Great image and interesting weathering. I always think if you did the same on a model it wouldn't look right even though it would be correct. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted August 13, 2016 Author Share Posted August 13, 2016 The full sized 66720 is in need of a good clean at one end at the moment when I saw it stabled at Eastleigh last week. Thanks for sharing the image, Russ. Wow! 66720 looks mega weathered. Not sure I would dare weather it like that, although it would be true and up to date. I may have to contact someone who would do the job. I will drop you a pm though when the photo is needed, thanks again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted August 28, 2016 Author Share Posted August 28, 2016 All change to the layout today. I have been looking at the layout and sort of wondering as to why I have all the main scenic details hidden out of view where only the operator can see them. So, I have decided to change the backscene to the other side of the layout, in affect turning the layout around. This also means that the fuelling point is now more on view and any details are all on show and easier to photograph. Hopefully this photo will show what I'm talking about: The only thing now is that I have a fair amount of bare baseboard from some of the changes, but that's all good as I can get the bits box out and add more little scenes. Cheers, George. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Looks really good Georgie. I can see your reasoning behind the changes to the back scene. You dont want to hide all your lovely detailing if your going to exhibit the layout, On the subject off 66720. I was the culprit who got it dirty under the Stud farm loader. Had a nice shower as I passed under the loading chute. Cheers Marcus 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Looking good George. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted August 28, 2016 Author Share Posted August 28, 2016 Looks really good Georgie. I can see your reasoning behind the changes to the back scene. You dont want to hide all your lovely detailing if your going to exhibit the layout, On the subject off 66720. I was the culprit who got it dirty under the Stud farm loader. Had a nice shower as I passed under the loading chute. Cheers Marcus Thanks Marcus, I had been wondering a while as to why I didn't just try the backscene on the other side, I'm glad I have now. Oh dear that's not good, haha. Did 720 get a wash afterwards or is it still mega weathered? The reason for the question is because I'm wanting to weather my 720 but undecided as to what state to do it in. Kind regards, George Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus 37 Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Thanks Marcus, I had been wondering a while as to why I didn't just try the backscene on the other side, I'm glad I have now. Oh dear that's not good, haha. Did 720 get a wash afterwards or is it still mega weathered? The reason for the question is because I'm wanting to weather my 720 but undecided as to what state to do it in. Kind regards, George Our loco's do get washed fairly regularly but it doesn't take them long to get dirty again. 720 has ended up on the RHTT circuit before now and has got absolutely filthy. So I would say do as you feel fit depending how you want it mate. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted August 28, 2016 Author Share Posted August 28, 2016 Our loco's do get washed fairly regularly but it doesn't take them long to get dirty again. 720 has ended up on the RHTT circuit before now and has got absolutely filthy. So I would say do as you feel fit depending how you want it mate. I see I did wonder if they got a wash, I have seen 720 on Flickr on RHTT duties in a very dirty state, more food for thought. Thanks for the reply though, Marcus. Much appreciated. Kind regards, George. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted August 29, 2016 Author Share Posted August 29, 2016 Just a quick photo now that the boards have been turned around. Network rail were on site earlier checking the control box: Cheers, George. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted September 10, 2016 Author Share Posted September 10, 2016 (edited) Another new arrival to the fuelling point, I'm afraid it is another class 66. GBRF 66745 'Modern Railways' is seen stabled alongside 66720 and 66719. Thanks to Richard for getting in touch with me about the loco, just needs a little weathering now. Whilst I had the glue I also decided to attach the nameplates to 66731 and is now 'InterhubGB' All the best, George. Edited September 10, 2016 by Georgie!! 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulcan product fan Posted September 10, 2016 Share Posted September 10, 2016 Very nice another great addition to your loco fleet . i do like the latest version of GBRF livery it suits the shape of the GM well Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Revolution Mike B Posted September 10, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 10, 2016 (edited) What a great little layout, it's going to be really good when you've finished it! If you add some burnt umber paint, mixed with a little black to the rail sides it'll make them look unbelievably real, especially with the other weathering you've done. Loving the static grass too, it looks top notch. That's not a criticism by the way and I'm probably the last person you'd want to take advice from! Edited September 10, 2016 by scoobyra Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovetrains6 Posted September 10, 2016 Share Posted September 10, 2016 Just found this thred. Amazing layout with lots of '66's wich is always good. Great work Johan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Vecchio Posted September 10, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 10, 2016 (edited) George, as your topic is called GBRF fuelling point - may be you are interested into these pictures. This is the fuelling point at the crossrail railhead of Plumstead. . The two class 66 no 759 (named Chippy) and 771(no nameplate) are currently working on refilling a concrete train. Now the engines are a bit closer. .. Edited September 10, 2016 by Vecchio 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted September 10, 2016 Author Share Posted September 10, 2016 What a great little layout, it's going to be really good when you've finished it! If you add some burnt umber paint, mixed with a little black to the rail sides it'll make them look unbelievably real, especially with the other weathering you've done. Loving the static grass too, it looks top notch. That's not a criticism by the way and I'm probably the last person you'd want to take advice from! Thank you for the comment, I appreciate it. Painting the rails is something I need to do, but getting a realistic colour is something I have struggled with in the past. I will certainly try your paint mix as your track work looks very realistic. May I ask what paint manufacturer you use? Kind regards, George. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted September 10, 2016 Author Share Posted September 10, 2016 George, as your topic is called GBRF fuelling point - may be you are interested into these pictures. This is the fuelling point at the crossrail railhead of Plumstead. Thank you very much for the photos they will come in handy as I'm still scratching my head as to what to do regarding the fuelling point area. I have searched and searched search engine sites for GBRF fuelling points, but have only found the one at Peterborough. I will now try Plumstead. Thanks again for sharing. Kind regards, George. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted September 11, 2016 Author Share Posted September 11, 2016 Another big stock update, I'm afraid that they are all class 66s too. Yesterday, one of the celebrity London Transport Museum locos came through the post. It is GBRF 66718 'Sir Peter Hendy CBE'. Today two more locos joined the fleet. The first loco is another famous loco and one I have been dying to have since seeing it is 66779 'Evening Star' And the last loco for today is GBRF 66738 'Huddersfield Town'. In other news the final backscene has been fitted, I just now need to reattach what will be the name board for the layout that runs across the top front of the layout, then the whole outside of the baseboards and backscenes need painting. It will be painted something similar to GBRF blue. All the best, George. 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Nice fleet of locos your building up George! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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