Hornby Sentinel convertion to P4

[PenrithBeacon]

I have two Hornby Sentinels, one has been converted to P4 by using Ultrascale wheels the other, for now, remains in OO.

I would like to convert the outstanding one to P4 but Ultrascale wheels are unavailable to do this.

What are my options?

Regards

Edited October 15, 2017 by PenrithBeacon

[Horsetan]

Waiting for Ultrascale to reach the magic 20 would seem to be the only option at present. I don't know how adaptable AGW wheels might be.

[decauville1126]

Waiting for Ultrascale to reach the magic 20 would seem to be the only option at present. I don't know how adaptable AGW wheels might be.

I'm sure if you contact Ultrascale to see how near they are to the quantity for another batch - I think they've done two already, mine were in the first batch - and order two sets you'll have no problem selling on the spare set.

 

I think someone did the 'obvious' conversion using Alan Gibson coach wheels but it involved shaving the inside of the sideframes, whereas the Ultrascale version uses a narrower tyre - almost P87 - to get in without shaving.

 

So there's the clue - have a look at the P87 wheel suppliers and see if you can find something there. I've used those supplied by Andy Reichert in the USA for a few jobs and they are of very good quality. Other suppliers are available. But chances are the best option pricewise will be Ultrascale.