RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 9, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 9, 2017 Surprisingly it is quite stable. I tried pushing it to see and it would take some force to upset it. The trestles are 20" wide, the layout is less than 17". Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 14, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 14, 2017 Finally got a chance to play with my new grass applicator, bought from Penduke Models at TrainWest. And I likes it. 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post Stubby47 Posted April 14, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted April 14, 2017 A few more random shots to show progress. 21 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullie Posted April 14, 2017 Share Posted April 14, 2017 Just found this, what a great little layout. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 15, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 15, 2017 An 08 simmers gently opposite the forge. Later, a 25 visits for no apparent reason. 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 17, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 17, 2017 (edited) Todays plans include : Replacing the SCART cable and sockets between the control box and layout with simple wires, and fixing the control panel to the layout. Finishing off the ballasting Some tidying up around the loading platform and forge Then if things go well: More work on the few rock faces Adding grass to the edges of the road over the bridge & completing the parapet capping Install the fencing between the field and railway land Make a start on the backscene Edited April 17, 2017 by Stubby47 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 17, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 17, 2017 Task #1 - complete. Further testing has since taken place 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 17, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 17, 2017 A bit more work around the forge doorway. 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 18, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 18, 2017 I have a bit of a dilemma - the 08 is too wide to fit alongside the loading platform. Do I a. Reduce the overhang b. Not use the 08 c. Not use the 08 on that siding Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium St Enodoc Posted April 18, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 18, 2017 I have a bit of a dilemma - the 08 is too wide to fit alongside the loading platform. Do I a. Reduce the overhang b. Not use the 08 c. Not use the 08 on that siding a. Or d. move the track. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 18, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 18, 2017 (edited) D is not an option ( not really, of course anything is possible) as the ballast/infill is down and the uncoupling electromagnet is central to the gauge. A. Will be more challenging... Edited April 18, 2017 by Stubby47 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Mikkel Posted April 18, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 18, 2017 Nice work on that grass. The forge looks ever more convincing, I really like the colour choices and -blending. Outside frames and platforms, always a bit of a pain. My vote is for option c, unless you were planning for the 08 to be the main loco on this layout. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzer42 Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 If the 08 is only just clipping I would opt for A. Would some good file work be enough? With some nice grubby paint and/or some weathering powders nobody will be any the wiser. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 18, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 18, 2017 Unfortunately the coupling rods are under the overhang, which itself is perhaps too low, so preventing them from completing a full revolution. Having looked a little closer, I am loathe to trim the platform edge as this risks ruining the proportions. I can replace the 08 with an 04, or use BR(W) steam in the form of a pannier, so all is not lost. Just my own fault for not concentrating. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 19, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) The fencing that was salvaged from Shepherds has been replanted on TF. The wires need tightening, extra angled posts for the corners and some paint and grass tufts and other growth will be added. With the boundaries in, I can then enhance the different sides of the ground along the railway fence. Edited April 19, 2017 by Stubby47 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 19, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 19, 2017 A bit more work around the forge and the coal yard staithes have had a base coat. I need to create a mound or two on which to stick the coal dust - any suggestions as to what I could use ( not for the coal...) ? 15 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold teaky Posted April 19, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 19, 2017 Egg box. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 19, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 19, 2017 Egg box. D'oh! Of course, thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 22, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 22, 2017 The trolley gets its first outing to the forge, no idea when the crew has got to. 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 22, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 22, 2017 Backscene now in place 18 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium nick_bastable Posted April 22, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 22, 2017 excellent progress well dome Nick Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 24, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 24, 2017 The backscene needs an extra supporting rail at the back, to remove the unwanted extra curves. The lighting rig is just about done, this is re-using the lights from Treamble in a new frame. Next will be a coat of paint on the proscenium arch, which should just about complete the presentation aspects. The rest of the posts need planting for the fence, there is a little more painting needed on the low wall by the forge, then it's the rest of the detail grasses and other natural growth, plus some oil drums and similar clutter. I should actually be finished on time for once... 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted April 24, 2017 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted April 24, 2017 Lighting rig installed & working. 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KNP Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Lighting rig installed & working. 20170424_172733.jpg Most illuminating......! Shaping up nicely. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyram Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 It is looking superb. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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