chickensoup Posted August 17, 2021 Share Posted August 17, 2021 (edited) Every now and then photographs appear that shout modelling potential. Such a photo appeared today in a weekly inspiration trawl showing part of Bristol Barton Hill Depot. Ironic as I have amassed so many books and publications over the years seeking ideas. I was looking at the bumped thread started by class37418stag way back in May 2013 and the excellent reply by Clive Mortimore regarding the different types of service exams and what they entail. Simply put. The layout title is just a title as I have to have one - but in essence it is hopefully what will loosely be portrayed not on the photograph itself but any general railway infrastructure and an adapted trackplan. CS Edited February 24, 2022 by chickensoup 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted August 18, 2021 Share Posted August 18, 2021 (edited) Every Thread has to start with a tittle, and every title has a meaning to its originator, and inspiration is the one thing that brings an idea to fruition. Looking at that pic, I can see so much inspiration and potential either side of that image, and its screaming to be modelled. Clive @Clive Mortimore is a fountain of knowledge in such matters. Go for it Edited August 18, 2021 by Andrew P 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted August 18, 2021 Author Share Posted August 18, 2021 (edited) 7 hours ago, Andrew P said: Every Thread has to start with a tittle, and every title has a meaning to its originator, and inspiration is the one thing that brings an idea to fruition. Looking at that pic, I can see so much inspiration and potential either side of that image, and its screaming to be modelled. Clive @Clive Mortimore is a fountain of knowledge in such matters. Go for it Yes Andy Picture looks like a telephoto and has shortened things somewhat,the photo is only a small image and the micro (4ft by 2ft!) will be loosely based but not prototypical it is nice and condensed to focus on 7mm detailing. CS Edited August 18, 2021 by chickensoup 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted August 19, 2021 Author Share Posted August 19, 2021 (edited) New board cut. Measures a more manageable and portable 4ft by 18 inches My bespoke building scratchbuild skills aren’t as such to reproduce the Barton outbuilding so the Laserlines kit will have to suffice until maybe something on the market looking similar is available. CS Edited August 21, 2021 by chickensoup 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted August 20, 2021 Author Share Posted August 20, 2021 (edited) Baseboard One 4ft by 18 inches. A heavy 1 inch MDF. Showing the backscene anchor block under stress from curving 10mm MDF into place. Plastic clips help to form. The track has been taped on temporary to enable upright storage so it doesn’t drop off....! as I’m a bit short of space. Eventually the total length will be governed by either a trestle setup or some sort of pasting board. Modelled length is 4 foot plus a potential 2 foot fiddle area. Yes it’s a micro and a bit of a squeeze in 7 mill but detailing will count and further room for expansion to a second 4 foot board will follow. CS Edited August 22, 2021 by chickensoup 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry1975 Posted August 21, 2021 Share Posted August 21, 2021 This looks interesting, I'm currently building a fuelling point myself so will be interesting to see this one develop. Jerry. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted August 21, 2021 Author Share Posted August 21, 2021 (edited) This being a first attempt into 7 mill l set out with the idea of a trial project keeping things simple. Even at 4 foot this micro is quite a size as storage is at a premium. The criteria for modelling is: (1) A Point (2) A Buffer (3) Siding for fuelling static idling and rolling stock display. Locomotive length (Class 37) is 17 inches and OAA Wagon 10 inches so shunt length to siding is approximately a massive 27 inches. The exit by a scenic break to the RH lead sto a separate add on 2 foot fiddle “block” with PECO Setrack Bullhead and converter transition sections. CS Edited August 21, 2021 by chickensoup Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted August 21, 2021 Author Share Posted August 21, 2021 (edited) Strength 4 coffee Fuel Storage Tank and bund. With Plastruct Laddering. CS Edited August 22, 2021 by chickensoup 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bigbee Line Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 (edited) A pit is very handy when doing an A exam, especially if blocking or rodding.. Edited September 4, 2021 by The Bigbee Line 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 Version 3.0 I’m losing count. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 On 04/09/2021 at 20:30, The Bigbee Line said: A pit is very handy when doing an A exam, especially if blocking or rodding.. Thanks. All good for Shed internals. This is off works after exam. Stabling and fuelling at the rear of the shed. CS Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 (edited) Decided to reverse the point to the fiddle plank. Less to see at the business end not to busy and cluttered but I’ve always liked the long telephoto shot peaking through shed buildings from a planned layout concept in 00 days. CS Edited September 8, 2021 by chickensoup 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted October 9, 2021 Author Share Posted October 9, 2021 TMD inner shell. Half relief cutaway. Running out to stabling or a Headshunt. CS 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted February 11, 2022 Author Share Posted February 11, 2022 Update - Getting expensive. From start I really didn’t have a clue where this was going. Probably still don’t. Inspiration although loosely based using Laserlines structures. CS 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted February 28, 2022 Author Share Posted February 28, 2022 Decision made to store and go Heljan Modern Depot split to Low Relief on the "Fuelling" test plank and concentrate on "Leeds Road" mainly to time constraints - Depot side and fuelling rigs fits nicely into the LH side with Toton Stores and Gable buiding to the end of the layout. I'll post up some images as soon as. CS 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggies1961 Posted March 3, 2022 Share Posted March 3, 2022 Hi, Following with interest looks a great subject to model. Is that the Toton fuel store RLL710TC? thinking of getting something similar yours looks longer or is it two joined? cheers Julian. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted March 4, 2022 Author Share Posted March 4, 2022 23 hours ago, Baggies1961 said: Hi, Following with interest looks a great subject to model. Is that the Toton fuel store RLL710TC? thinking of getting something similar yours looks longer or is it two joined? cheers Julian. Julian Yes there are two Toton fuel stores. One complete and one trimmed down to be slightly different. That long since I trimmed them down I had to think! Any links to yours? CS Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggies1961 Posted March 4, 2022 Share Posted March 4, 2022 Thanks for prompt reply. Its a diorama Im thinking of doing, Iv seen a page on the oo scale thread by Alcanman do an excellent small layout loosely based on Tees Yard so thought of doing something similar. Iv just ordered the wagon repair depot from Railway Laser Lines and the stores building would be ideal to add to a mish mash of buildings like Tees yard has. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted March 4, 2022 Author Share Posted March 4, 2022 Diorama Yes. In 7mm they’re usually about 4 foot! Good subject is Tees Yard. Please post link. CS Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mopar Posted March 4, 2022 Share Posted March 4, 2022 On 11/02/2022 at 07:30, chickensoup said: Update - Getting expensive. From start I really didn’t have a clue where this was going. Probably still don’t. Inspiration although loosely based using Laserlines structures. CS At least you have some track on a board! I've been changing my mind weekly for the past couple of years it seems. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted March 4, 2022 Author Share Posted March 4, 2022 8 hours ago, mopar said: At least you have some track on a board! I've been changing my mind weekly for the past couple of years it seems. Commiserations. It’s difficult isn’t it! More or less settled now on what is a test plank for 7mm. Got to get things right ish when Tractions £600+ a chuck. CS. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggies1961 Posted March 5, 2022 Share Posted March 5, 2022 Here it is with plenty of pics of Tees yard. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted March 11, 2022 Author Share Posted March 11, 2022 Shed Gable transferred to end section. Fuelling Shed side added to left. Shed offices fit well in front of this. Fuelling rig position TBC. CS 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted March 15, 2022 Author Share Posted March 15, 2022 Same view. Different Day. Time permitting when space is found this weekend hopefully it will be a catalyst to start build proper. In the meantime I’ve added the Laserlines buildings and decided on the pump site in front of the as yet unconstructed Shed entrance to RH side. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensoup Posted April 2, 2022 Author Share Posted April 2, 2022 Hoping to progress with this after the visit to the excellent MIOG at Crewe last week where some exclusive and exciting bits were sourced! Here we go again if anyones still remotely interested. CS 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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