RMweb Gold BR Blue Posted February 9 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 9 (edited) 13 minutes ago, Carver Bridge TMD said: I did not release both locos had the old magnatesion system fitted. It seems very powerful. Edited February 9 by BR Blue 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators AY Mod Posted February 9 Author Moderators Share Posted February 9 13 minutes ago, Carver Bridge TMD said: i have no idea why the uploader is choosing to flip the image over, its the right way up on my phone It's not choosing to do that; you're using your Apple device the wrong way round. Take pictures with the button to the right. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold franciswilliamwebb Posted February 9 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 9 30 minutes ago, The Fatadder said: It would be because Hornby have a complete inability to paint anything the right colour… Some of the Black 5s aren't too far off... 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazwire Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 Wow! What a model. It really is stunning. In real life its even more impressive than in the photo. I've just ordered a coal sector one as these are just too good not to. Huge congratulations Cavalex on a masterpiece and a work of art. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BR Blue Posted February 9 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 9 2 hours ago, franciswilliamwebb said: Some of the Black 5s aren't too far off... I take it you are referring to the dark grey ones 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carver Bridge TMD Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 4 hours ago, AY Mod said: It's not choosing to do that; you're using your Apple device the wrong way round. Take pictures with the button to the right. How dare you imply I use inferior technology! 🤣🤣🤣 2 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 97406 Posted February 9 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 9 4 hours ago, BR Blue said: I did not release both locos had the old magnatesion system fitted. It seems very powerful. I think it was a wicked ploy to befuddle us people viewing picture on a tablet or mobile phone! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Dragonfly Posted February 9 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 9 My backup coal livery one has arrived in the last couple of days, so as promised I've dug out a few (only 24 this time) MGR wagons for a more full effect. Very happy with the decision to leave the nameplates and shed plates for the customer to attach (with the handy jig). A bit daunting for me, but this one will be left unnamed (and likely renumbered to another Toton example) anyway. Very nice work Cavalex! 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueeighties Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 (edited) On 08/02/2024 at 13:01, Pendle Forest said: I do wonder whether DCC has now reached the stage of becoming a barrier rather than an advantage :( Not at all. The lighting options being offered on this model are quite frankly staggering for an out of the box rtr locomotive. New developments and technology upgrades take time....it will only be a short period before an appropriately programmed decoder is available off the shelf, or as others have said, Cavalex list the auxiliary output options so you can either program them yourself, or someone can do it for you. Patience is a virtue. Edited February 9 by blueeighties 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trains4U Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 We have released a few dozen analogue locos to our website today from unclaimed orders and cancellations. I have more being released over the weekend, including some sound fitted models, so keep your eyes open or request a stock notification. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold franciswilliamwebb Posted February 9 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 9 4 minutes ago, Trains4U said: We have released a few dozen analogue locos to our website today from unclaimed orders and cancellations. I have more being released over the weekend, including some sound fitted models, so keep your eyes open or request a stock notification. Any EM wheelsets? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trains4U Posted February 9 Share Posted February 9 Sadly all the wheels have sold out already and we can’t get any more. They may still be available elsewhere. I believe Cavalex are trying to get more made 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Revolution Mike B Posted February 9 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 9 (edited) Well, despite having a real dislike for Class 56s, I was brow beaten in to getting one for Oak Road, and here it is….. ….Colas livery, and the detail on those bogies is fantastic…..and before anyone says ‘the cab steps are wrong, they don’t line up’ ……. they didn’t in the real thing! Technically, this loco never got to Cary, only Westbury, but I won’t let that put me off! Roll on September when the layout is out and I can give it a run. Edited February 9 by Revolution Mike B 11 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorset33 Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 11 hours ago, Revolution Mike B said: Well, despite having a real dislike for Class 56s, I was brow beaten in to getting one for Oak Road, and here it is….. ….Colas livery, and the detail on those bogies is fantastic…..and before anyone says ‘the cab steps are wrong, they don’t line up’ ……. they didn’t in the real thing! Technically, this loco never got to Cary, only Westbury, but I won’t let that put me off! Roll on September when the layout is out and I can give it a run. Sticking my head above the parapet here, but looking at the photo of the Colas 56 above compared to 048 below, isn’t the bogie too far back? The real one is past the door to the front to my eye, at a leat favourable angle as well? The middle axle looks closer to the front compared with the rear? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Dorset33 said: Sticking my head above the parapet here, but looking at the photo of the Colas 56 above compared to 048 below, isn’t the bogie too far back? The real one is past the door to the front to my eye, at a leat favourable angle as well? The middle axle looks closer to the front compared with the rear? The angle of the photo makes the bogie appear in different locations as the bogie is further in than the bodyside. The wheels are also not evenly spaced on the real one. Edited February 10 by RBE 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Ian J. Posted February 10 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 10 If you look at the linkage at the front of the bogie, it's directly under the forward cab door handrail on both the model and the real thing, so I think it's most likely right on the model. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Fatadder Posted February 10 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 10 Mine arrived today, absolutely lives up to my high expectations for it. Even though I won’t use them, it was the little things like the pre cut etched plates that really set it apart. Now to get to work on removing the coal sector logos, and get it converted to 56078 in 1999 condition 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnC Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 Completed loading the Colas 56 into my ECoS and detailing number 1 end along with fitting the nameplates. What a stunning model and the sound file is second to none. Well done Cav and Alex, cannot wait for the 60s I have on order! 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Revolution Mike B Posted February 10 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 10 3 hours ago, Dorset33 said: Sticking my head above the parapet here, but looking at the photo of the Colas 56 above compared to 048 below, isn’t the bogie too far back? The real one is past the door to the front to my eye, at a leat favourable angle as well? The middle axle looks closer to the front compared with the rear? Everything is is the right place 👍 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 1 hour ago, The Fatadder said: Mine arrived today, absolutely lives up to my high expectations for it. Even though I won’t use them, it was the little things like the pre cut etched plates that really set it apart. Now to get to work on removing the coal sector logos, and get it converted to 56078 in 1999 condition What did you use to get it off please ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Fatadder Posted February 10 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 10 8 minutes ago, rob D2 said: What did you use to get it off please ? Not started yet, but I will be using e Amal thinners as per James and Nick, all be it there’s a little more risk when you won’t be covering the area with a new transfer 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 29 minutes ago, The Fatadder said: Not started yet, but I will be using e Amal thinners as per James and Nick, all be it there’s a little more risk when you won’t be covering the area with a new transfer I’d be more concenered about the solidity of the grey transition. I’ve got a few blue box with wavy lines awaiting repainting Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorset33 Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 7 hours ago, RBE said: The angle of the photo makes the bogie appear in different locations as the bogie is further in than the bodyside. The wheels are also not evenly spaced on the real one. Ok, I understand ref the axles. But this is two side on photos. What am I missing? The step on the bogie and on the foot plate do not line up and the edge of the bogie frame looks to be further inset than it should? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
YT-1300 Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 3 minutes ago, Dorset33 said: Ok, I understand ref the axles. But this is two side on photos. What am I missing? The step on the bogie and on the foot plate do not line up and the edge of the bogie frame looks to be further inset than it should? The bogies on the models may have a little fore and aft play to allow proper negotiation of trainset curves and inclines, so the bodyshell on the examples may be pushed forward in transit? Just speculation, as I dont have one Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Fatadder Posted February 10 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 10 2 hours ago, rob D2 said: I’d be more concenered about the solidity of the grey transition. I’ve got a few blue box with wavy lines awaiting repainting That is my worry, worst case I have to respray the grey (at least that can be done with the glazing etc left in situ) James managed it, so it’s certainly possible. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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