shanks522 Posted May 2, 2022 Author Share Posted May 2, 2022 Hello all, Slow progress as I’m enjoying testing the trains. Graham. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted May 2, 2022 Author Share Posted May 2, 2022 In other news a few of these have arrived, superb detailing and paintwork, I think more will be on order. Graham. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted May 22, 2022 Author Share Posted May 22, 2022 Progress continues but somehow test trains are still more important! Graham. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted May 25, 2022 Author Share Posted May 25, 2022 (edited) Failed 66250 being dragged by 60007 Graham Edited May 25, 2022 by shanks522 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted June 6, 2022 Author Share Posted June 6, 2022 Hello all, Reading through the excellent Hunters lane thread David has shared some scenic items he’s using. I thought I’d have a little dabble so ordered some bits, not done much but played about with the Buddleia and a few trees, the static grass matts will certainly make life easier. Graham. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmthtrains - David Posted June 6, 2022 Share Posted June 6, 2022 The scenic mats are excellent. The bushes and shrubs too. I will look forward to seeing how you get on with them! David 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted June 14, 2022 Author Share Posted June 14, 2022 Hello all, I’ve been dabbling with the scenic items I bought and am extremely impressed! The weed/grass matts are fantastic. still work in progress but it’s getting there. Graham. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted June 14, 2022 Author Share Posted June 14, 2022 Also been upgrading some cheap trees, bit of hairspray and some scatters / foliage makes them more passable. Original on the right, finished one on the left. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmthtrains - David Posted June 15, 2022 Share Posted June 15, 2022 They do look good! Did you find them quite quick to install - I was surprised how good they looked immediately stuck down. David 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted June 15, 2022 Author Share Posted June 15, 2022 1 hour ago, bmthtrains - David said: They do look good! Did you find them quite quick to install - I was surprised how good they looked immediately stuck down. David Hi David, yes very quick indeed, I haven’t photographed the one that went in whole yet as it not ballasted etc but for instant results they are fantastic, I need to order a load more. I’ve been separating the other one and adding it to existing scatter. highly recommend Graham. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted July 7, 2022 Author Share Posted July 7, 2022 New arrival this week. 37402 reworked from 37558 by West Coast Models. Little bit of forward planning from me as I want 402 paired up with RevolutioN trains Caroline. layout progress is temporarily suspended due to the heat in the loft! Graham 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkie Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 She Looks a gem Graham. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted July 8, 2022 Author Share Posted July 8, 2022 2 hours ago, porkie said: She Looks a gem Graham. Really pleased with her, I can see the attraction with large logo engines, suits nearly every class perfectly. Graham Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted September 4, 2022 Author Share Posted September 4, 2022 (edited) Hello all, I tried really hard to resist but………… just had to get one, beautiful model which is no doubt going to be a reason for yet another layout! very impressed with the sound, now if only I could get stay alive in it. 🤪 cheers Graham. Edited September 4, 2022 by shanks522 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonhinds Posted September 5, 2022 Share Posted September 5, 2022 Lovely model. Impressed that Farish has managed to get such a decent speaker in the 08 too! 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidMcKenzie Posted September 5, 2022 Share Posted September 5, 2022 Brilliant model Graham👍, I've been telling myself I definitely don't need one because it just won't be at home on my layout.........but pictures and videos like that might change my mind 😵. The layouts really taking shape and a great backdrop to watch trains go by. All the best, Dave 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted September 5, 2022 Author Share Posted September 5, 2022 12 hours ago, jonhinds said: Lovely model. Impressed that Farish has managed to get such a decent speaker in the 08 too! Hi Jon, I’m extremely impressed, I already have a sound fitted 08, one of the first batch models which is great but not as loud or clear as this one. 8 hours ago, DavidMcKenzie said: Brilliant model Graham👍, I've been telling myself I definitely don't need one because it just won't be at home on my layout.........but pictures and videos like that might change my mind 😵. The layouts really taking shape and a great backdrop to watch trains go by. All the best, Dave Hi David, I had told myself no but I’m glad I caved in and bought one, she really is a beauty, sure it will be destined for an engineers yard or a station pilot. 😉 now the weather is a little cooler hopefully work on the layout will increase. cheers Graham. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted September 14, 2022 Author Share Posted September 14, 2022 Hello all, ventured into the loft today to have a tidy up and do a little work. mocked up the canal scene to get a feel of where things are going. need to spray the lower track and ballast, then think about the water for the canal. new wagons tomorrow I think, reason to delay scenics and test more rolling stock! 🤪 Graham. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted September 15, 2022 Author Share Posted September 15, 2022 Hello all, Had a delivery of the new RevolutioN JNAs, very nice wagons indeed which just had to be tested! Graham. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted September 17, 2022 Author Share Posted September 17, 2022 Hello all, A rare day off! So I’ve ventured into the loft to make a start on a large storage yard! This is a first for me, having enough space to build decent sized sidings, I’ve had a rough work out and should get 21 roads in comfortably with a return loop at the end. It will be enclosed eventually with a purspex top to keep the dust to a minimum, although I’ll be referring to it as the Dust sidings! Graham 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted September 26, 2022 Author Share Posted September 26, 2022 Hello all, The dust sidings have begun! It’s nice to be able to have full rakes to hand and then run them straight onto the layout. Graham. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmthtrains - David Posted September 27, 2022 Share Posted September 27, 2022 That’s giving me storage yard envy! David 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted September 30, 2022 Author Share Posted September 30, 2022 On 27/09/2022 at 07:27, bmthtrains - David said: That’s giving me storage yard envy! David It’s the first time I’ve ever had a decent sized storage yard in 25 yrs of modelling, really like seeing the rakes all ready to go, also got ideas for loco storage. 😉 Graham. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanks522 Posted October 5, 2022 Author Share Posted October 5, 2022 The storage sidings are growing! Graham. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Davexoc Posted October 6, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 6, 2022 On 17/09/2022 at 13:48, shanks522 said: Hello all, A rare day off! So I’ve ventured into the loft to make a start on a large storage yard! This is a first for me, having enough space to build decent sized sidings, I’ve had a rough work out and should get 21 roads in comfortably with a return loop at the end. It will be enclosed eventually with a purspex top to keep the dust to a minimum, although I’ll be referring to it as the Dust sidings! 22 hours ago, shanks522 said: The storage sidings are growing! Coming along nicely. I would recommend Polycarb(onate) over Perspex for a cover. It is stronger and more scratch resistant, which is why it is used extensively on machinery guarding. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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