Andrew P Posted January 8, 2017 Author Share Posted January 8, 2017 Al took the words out of my mouth - stunning layout Andy, not come across that before but really captures the essence of Scotland. Can't wait to see how the scenery turns out on Beale Street for you. My 'BIG' O gauge will be more industrialised, but I'm hoping to get some greenery on it! Rich Thanks Rich, I hope to do a similar Backscene on BSS. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Donw Posted January 8, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 8, 2017 Interesting to see you have turned your attention to wagons. They're great fun.............NOT................Unless you have decent insignia transfers. Following a lousy Sunday faffing about with dried-out Pressfix and Methfix lacking sufficient adhesive, I am now squarely in the waterslide camp for 0 gauge wagons. Weathering of traditional wood and steel strapped wagons was not uniform Andy. The strapping was often much darker due to rust contamination while the timber varied. Good colour photos are the answer, something the current model magazines might consider. 'Backtrack' did it years ago. I was advised to use a bit of gum arabic with old transfers. Apply some to the model press on the transfers then remove the excess with a damp tissue trying to avoid moving the transfer. Don Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gismorail Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 One Magnificent Gizmo? You talking about me !!!!!!! Sorry could'nt resist .....................sharp exit Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted January 9, 2017 Author Share Posted January 9, 2017 CHUFFED to bits this morning to see my Pencarne is Nominated for Best Layout in the British Model Railway Awards. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/118706-british-model-railway-awards-2016/page-0 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PjKing1 Posted January 9, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 9, 2017 Lovely layout you had there Andy Cheers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gismorail Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 CHUFFED to bits this morning to see my Pencarne is Nominated for Best Layout in the British Model Railway Awards. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/118706-british-model-railway-awards-2016/page-0 Well deserved young man ....your getting quite good at this modelling thing aren't you Can't understand how though must be something to do with the fact that it didn't get broken up .......I'll leave quickly ..................... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
81A Oldoak Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 CHUFFED to bits this morning to see my Pencarne is Nominated for Best Layout in the British Model Railway Awards. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/118706-british-model-railway-awards-2016/page-0 Just voted for you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jintyman Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Just voted for you. Me too Jinty Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deano747 Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Me too Jinty Ditto!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Digital Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Having seen Pencarne in the flesh, Very Well deserved. Congratulations Andy. Gets my vote. Regards John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauliebanger Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 ditto Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MarshLane Posted January 12, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 12, 2017 On tenter hooks to find out the fate of Beale Street Andy! Rich Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted January 12, 2017 Author Share Posted January 12, 2017 Afternoon Guys, Well thanks to all of you who have Voted for Pen, It's an honour to be amongst some esteemed modellers in the list of Nominee's. I thank you. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted January 12, 2017 Author Share Posted January 12, 2017 (edited) On tenter hooks to find out the fate of Beale Street Andy! Rich Ahhh yes, ummmm so am I, hahha Well no surprise really, I did Larry. I needed more room for the 00 Fiddle Yard of Bristol Victoria, and I also felt it was identical to Chris's Tonfanua Camp, and although Chris was wonderful about it, anyone not knowing may think that I can't think for myself, (so I asked the Wife what I should do,) hahahh. Anyway, I have a pair of boards that will meet the AXE MAN and be shortened slightly to form 2 x 4ft x 18 inches, giving me 8ft in length, so this will be more of an Inglenook Layout, but as others on here have proved time and time again, small and detailed can be better than big and lifeless, just look at Marc Smiths work as just one of the many examples. The Boards will be cut tomorrow, and along with work, (including some wood work) on Bristol Victoria I hope to formulate a Plan. I WILL BE BACK. Edited January 12, 2017 by Andrew P 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
81A Oldoak Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Ahhh yes, ummmm so am I, hahha Well no surprise really, I did Larry. I needed more room for the 00 Fiddle Yard of Bristol Victoria, and I also felt it was identical to Chris's Tonfanua Camp, and although Chris was wonderful about it, anyone not knowing may think that I can't think for myself, (so I asked the Wife what I should do,) hahahh. Anyway, I have a pair of boards that will meet the AXE MAN and be shortened slightly to form 2 x 4ft x 18 inches, giving me 8ft in length, so this will be more of an Inglenook Layout, but as others on here have proved time and time again, small and detailed can be better than big and lifeless, just look at Marc Smiths work as just one of the many examples. The Boards will be cut tomorrow, and along with work, (including some wood work) on Bristol Victoria I hope to formulate a Plan. I WILL BE BACK. We sincerely hope so Andy. I was enjoying the BSS story and was unfazed by the similarity of the track plans. After all, there are only so many permutations for a layout with a handful of points. It's what surrounds the track that makes the difference. Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyram Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 When it comes to layout plans Andy is just brutal! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 Hello Buddy, l know its all change an BS but are you (or anyone come to that) interested in my re-numbered 08 with a Paul Chetter sound chip fitted £250 ono..will haggle 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted January 13, 2017 Author Share Posted January 13, 2017 Hello Buddy, l know its all change an BS but are you (or anyone come to that) interested in my re-numbered 08 with a Paul Chetter sound chip fitted £250 ono..will haggle Sorry George, It's not for me mate, I have 3 already and I don't want them breading, hahah But then at THAT PRICE?????? Well um ahh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 Sorry George, It's not for me mate, I have 3 already and I don't want them breading, hahah But then at THAT PRICE?????? Well um ahh. I've PM'd him, you're right, you don't need it! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted January 13, 2017 Author Share Posted January 13, 2017 (edited) So a little work today between other jobbies. I took a Axe to the two 4ft 10 inch baseboards and reduced them down to 4ft each so now both are a manageable size and just big enough for an Inglenook Shunting Layout using 5-3-3 principal and some nice scenic I hope. Again it will follow the BSS principal of Sidings off a little used Freight only Line, and a Kick back for a small Siding / Loading Dock / Coal Yard / Oil Tank / OR Something. The Track plan isn't finalised as I need to have a play with some Wagons over the weekend, but I should have some Track nailed down soon. I'm also waiting for some alignment dowels and over centre latches. Edited January 13, 2017 by Andrew P 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tove Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 (edited) So a little work today between other jobbies. I took a Axe to the two 4ft 10 inch baseboards and reduced them down to 4ft each so now both are a manageable size and just big enough for an Inglenook Shunting Layout using 5-3-3 principal and some nice scenic I hope. Again it will follow the BSS principal of Sidings off a little used Freight only Line, and a Kick back for a small Siding / Loading Dock / Coal Yard / Oil Tank / OR Something. The Track plan isn't finalised as I need to have a play with some Wagons over the weekend, but I should have some Track nailed down soon. I'm also waiting for some alignment dowels and over centre latches. Starting again, New Boards Please 001.JPG Starting again, New Boards Please 002.JPG Starting again, New Boards Please 003.JPG Starting again, New Boards Please 004.JPG Starting again, New Boards Please 002 - Copy.JPG Ooooo i can`t keep up with this thread........... Looking forward to what`s coming next......i think.....!! Brian. Edited January 13, 2017 by Tove Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Donw Posted January 13, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 13, 2017 I would have liked to see what you made of the larger one but Hey Ho needs must and no doubt this will be just as interesting. Don Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted January 13, 2017 Author Share Posted January 13, 2017 (edited) So a little work today between other jobbies. I took a Axe to the two 4ft 10 inch baseboards and reduced them down to 4ft each so now both are a manageable size and just big enough for an Inglenook Shunting Layout using 5-3-3 principal and some nice scenic I hope. Again it will follow the BSS principal of Sidings off a little used Freight only Line, and a Kick back for a small Siding / Loading Dock / Coal Yard / Oil Tank / OR Something. The Track plan isn't finalised as I need to have a play with some Wagons over the weekend, but I should have some Track nailed down soon. I'm also waiting for some alignment dowels and over centre latches. Starting again, New Boards Please 001.JPG Starting again, New Boards Please 002.JPG Starting again, New Boards Please 003.JPG Starting again, New Boards Please 004.JPG Starting again, New Boards Please 002 - Copy.JPG Well SCRAP Post#645 that was to fussy. Had a total re think and LESS IS MORE, so I tried this, a swivelling sector Fiddle Yard feeding under the bridge that will form the Back Scene. NB,= The bus is a little out of Scale but represents the Level Crossing. The Water Tower is representing the Signal Box, (well it's the same size). I then REMOVED a Point and tried this, so much more room for an embankment at the back and a bit of clutter in the Yard, but I like the short siding up to the Box, so I'll look at it again in the morning. Either one is much more realistic I think. Edited January 13, 2017 by Andrew P 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MarshLane Posted January 13, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 13, 2017 Hi Andy, I like the latest two ideas, and either work for me ... one question, whats the background story to the yard? Ie what is it serving, or where the wagons are concerned, what are they doing/on their way to or from? If your anything like me, having that background detail helps work out what you want to do and/or portray? Rich Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PjKing1 Posted January 13, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 13, 2017 (edited) Any of these inspiration for you Andy, Cronton colliery near Huyton in liverpool https://flic.kr/p/dx1Fqj https://flic.kr/p/dwXDDP https://flic.kr/p/dwUSkg https://flic.kr/p/dx1D8u https://flic.kr/p/dxrLXB https://flic.kr/p/dx1K7m Quite tempted myself one day maybe as a smaller layout. Cheers Edited January 13, 2017 by PjKing1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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