RMweb Premium Michael Edge Posted May 14, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 14, 2017 I was a bit late replying but we were on holiday in Italy last week - the etch includes the single step under the smokebox as well. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted May 14, 2017 Author Share Posted May 14, 2017 (edited) More baseboard was covered this afternoon with 'fields'. A 33" x 50" sheet of Woodland Scenics vinyl grass was laid on the base board and marks were made with a Boro at intervals the same distance from the closest rail. The marks were joined up to form a continuous curve, which was then cut out with scissors.... All the edges of the grass were smeared with Evostik as were the edge of the cess and strategic places on the baseboard. Then the grass was secured along the edge of the cess and back towards the backscene boards. A heatgun then softened areas so that some contours could be formed with the hands.... Despite wearing the special glove, i managed to burn the back of my wrist and barely felt it, so beware.... An ash cess has yet to be laid alongside the ballast shoulders.... Edited May 14, 2017 by coachmann 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium DIW Posted May 14, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 14, 2017 Hi Coachmann, Which version of Evo Stik do you use for this task - the standard red tube/tin, the green tin 528, or one of the other variants? I will also have this job looming on the horizon.... Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted May 14, 2017 Author Share Posted May 14, 2017 (edited) Hi Coachmann, Which version of Evo Stik do you use for this task - the standard red tube/tin, the green tin 528, or one of the other variants? I will also have this job looming on the horizon.... Dave To be honest I learned something here, as I've only heard of the red tube stuff. I use the large tubes in the shed. Edited May 14, 2017 by coachmann Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post coachmann Posted May 15, 2017 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 15, 2017 (edited) Getting there slowly. A view of Carrog taken last month.... The enforced flattening of the curve beyond the platforms is evident in this shot. I may extend the platforms little but this will depend on the impact it has on the yard tracks, which have to pass around the platform end signal box. The garden section will give the impression of trains approaching across the fields. Maybe I should nail some roofing felt to the front and spray it light green.... A mock up to see if things are on the right track.... Edited May 15, 2017 by coachmann 31 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted May 15, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 15, 2017 The enforced flattening of the curve beyond the platforms is evident in this shot. Is that a first ? Straightening a layout from the prototype so it fits on the baseboard. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam Posted May 15, 2017 Share Posted May 15, 2017 Larry, is Carrog your nearest Llangollen station? In the summer I might be paying a visit to the line. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted May 15, 2017 Author Share Posted May 15, 2017 Larry, is Carrog your nearest Llangollen station? In the summer I might be paying a visit to the line. No. Its 45 minutes from here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Neal Ball Posted May 16, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 16, 2017 Great to see this Larry, we spent a couple of days there at the weekend, staying in the camp site at Carrog station, so will be good to see your progress. Our impression of the railway is that none of the staff are happy... unless they are moaning. I was greeted at Carrog by the fella in the booking office saying "have you seen the prices? I think they are very expensive" l had just asked for two tickets! Today we are at the Talyllyn railway. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted May 16, 2017 Author Share Posted May 16, 2017 I have been experimenting with various length Kadee couplings in NEM sockets now that the fiddle yard is laid and there are reverse curves to trial the couplings on. Results indicate there is no one fix for all coupling and so I would recommend anyone considering these couplings to buy sizes 17, 18 & 20. This is because buffer distances vary on RTR locos and stock. Obviously, a 'safe bet' would be to fit size 18 or 20 to everything, but my aim is to reduce gaps between coaches to the minimum. Trials have mainly concerned buffer locking. I only have large radius Peco Code 75 points, nevertheless, the points have a curved exit from the frog that makes a simple crossover into an 'S', and this is where buffers tended to lock. It is no use propelling a single coach. This test requires a train of around five coaches so that the combined weight compresses the couplings. PGH of this forum came around this afternoon with CAD plans for the north facing garden extension, so we pegged out where the posts will eventually go.... 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyram Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Great to see this Larry, we spent a couple of days there at the weekend, staying in the camp site at Carrog station, so will be good to see your progress. Our impression of the railway is that none of the staff are happy... unless they are moaning. I was greeted at Carrog by the fella in the booking office saying "have you seen the prices? I think they are very expensive" l had just asked for two tickets! Today we are at the Talyllyn railway. I have only visited the railway once and that was last summer. I found all of the staff very pleasant and helpful especially the lady that manned the gift shop and sold the tickets. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and may well return for a second visit in the summer. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold john dew Posted May 17, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 17, 2017 I agree that it's best to have a few of each Kadee# on hand so you can play horses for courses. it doesn't work trying to standardize on just one size. Any reason why #19 is omitted from the list.....I find it more useful than #20. I do enjoy your thread....I missed my daily read, along with ANTB, when you went briefly to the other side Best wishes from Vancouver 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Rowsley17D Posted May 17, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 17, 2017 What's the notice on the shed end, Larry. I can read LNWR, but that's all. Thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 I think it reads something like 'Toilets this way'. But I might be wrong. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted May 17, 2017 Author Share Posted May 17, 2017 What's the notice on the shed end, Larry. I can read LNWR, but that's all. Thanks. I think it reads something like 'Toilets this way'. But I might be wrong. 'LNWR Tickets Sold Here'.... A gift from my friend at Northstar Design. It is temporarily keeping rain and what-not out of the hole cut for tracks from Carrog. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 Oh dear, perhaps my eyes are playing tricks on me! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruffnut Thorston Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 (edited) I also agree that a selection of NEM Kadees is required to suit the various models....I also have been experimenting! Some Kadee Coupler Info... Main USA Site... https://kadee.com/htmbord/coupler.htm NEM 362 Couplers. Diagram. #17 NEM-362 Short Coupler - 7.11 mm (9/32") (w/o Draft Gear Boxes) https://kadee.com/htmbord/page17.htm #18 NEM-362 Medium Coupler - 8.63 mm (11/32") (w/o Draft Gear Boxes) https://kadee.com/htmbord/page18.htm #19 NEM-362 Long Coupler - 10.76 mm (27/64") (w/o Draft Gear Boxes) https://kadee.com/htmbord/page19.htm #20 NEM-362 Extra Long Coupler - 11.68 mm (29/64") (w/o Draft Gear Boxes) https://kadee.com/htmbord/page20.htm Hattons Kadee page....other sellers are also available! http://www.hattons.co.uk/stocklist/3083609/1000588/1000661/0/Kadee_OO_Gauge_1_76_Scale_Spares/prodlist.aspx Edited May 17, 2017 by Sarahagain Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted May 17, 2017 Author Share Posted May 17, 2017 This morning I prepared a rough outline and have asked PGH to redesign the extension clear of the patio. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGH Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 (edited) This morning I prepared a rough outline and have asked PGH to redesign the extension clear of the patio. Version 2: Edited July 17, 2017 by PGH 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Stubby47 Posted May 17, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 17, 2017 Will there be an observation window in the end of the shed ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 Will there be an observation window in the end of the shed ? Camera's and Monitor? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted May 17, 2017 Author Share Posted May 17, 2017 (edited) Will there be an observation window in the end of the shed ? This revised layout obviates the need for a window in the end of the shed although it was part of the plan until this mornings brainwave! I have come to see layout building as a necessity, so shortcuts are always welcome. Thank you Philip (PGH). Your revised plan looks fine and gives longer storage sidings to boot. Strangely, the timber was not delivered today! Edited May 17, 2017 by coachmann 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted May 18, 2017 Author Share Posted May 18, 2017 (edited) The bottoms of the posts were treated with Creocote this morning.... The new arrangement for the loop was pegged out this afternoon around a central key peg. The loop uses a part of the lawn we have no other use for and is readily accessible with a lawnmower. The hole from the fiddle yard was also plugged. There is now the option of some garden running with trains running along a shelf between the two loops..... I know this is no great shakes, but if might be of help to someone considering doing the same thing. Edited May 18, 2017 by coachmann 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted May 19, 2017 Author Share Posted May 19, 2017 (edited) Progress.....The old wheelbarrow had a service before starting. Glued on handle sheaths, put air in tyre and oiled axle. Two holes hit a rockery. Note special spade for digging small round holes..... Edited May 19, 2017 by coachmann 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free At Last Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 An RTR wheelbarrow.... did it come weathered? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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