My scratch-building attempts of the yellow nature!

[The Angry Scotsman]

I finally completed 5981 this week!  I’m quite pleased how it turned out and using a Bachmann MK2F coach was good, the chassis was a learning experience.  I will certainly be using this coach again as it has greater detail than the Hornby coach.  I have placed Hornby’s offering of 5981 on the right to show how much more detail is in my scratch build.  @LMSfan72 again provided me with the jumper cables, Roland created the new chassis details and I used brake etches from wills workbench.

 

 

My next project will be 977985 and 977986 as this will be, hopefully, a quick and easy build.  I will use this as the basis to upgrade the already built 99666 and 72630 to a more pleasing detail.

 

Just under 2 weeks to go, I am looking forward to Model Rail Scotland.  Yet again I will be helping with KMS and probably Aberdeen Model Railway Club.

[LMSfan72]

Very nice work!

[WCML100]

That looks quality! I am currently taking apart a Bachmann mk2f b it struggling to get the end gangways off (seems to be very strongly glued in on both ends!) - any words of advice based on your experience with this coach type thanks.

[The Angry Scotsman]

18 hours ago, WCML100 said:

That looks quality! I am currently taking apart a Bachmann mk2f b it struggling to get the end gangways off (seems to be very strongly glued in on both ends!) - any words of advice based on your experience with this coach type thanks.

 

Many thanks.

I tried using some ipa along the joins (I was doing full repaints) and waited a few minutes.  I even placed the shell on a radiator too to see if heat would help.  My current MK2F I carefully applied pressure underneath and slowly eased it away by pushing up, maybe doing a rolling effect if that makes sense.  They are a as 5981 most of the gangway locating pins broke on both ends (I’m not sure what glue they use).

 

I think patience is the key.  If you get frustrated go make a cup of tea and come back.

[JohnC]

On 10/02/2024 at 20:03, The Angry Scotsman said:

I finally completed 5981 this week!  I’m quite pleased how it turned out and using a Bachmann MK2F coach was good, the chassis was a learning experience.  I will certainly be using this coach again as it has greater detail than the Hornby coach.  I have placed Hornby’s offering of 5981 on the right to show how much more detail is in my scratch build.  @LMSfan72 again provided me with the jumper cables, Roland created the new chassis details and I used brake etches from wills workbench.

 

 

My next project will be 977985 and 977986 as this will be, hopefully, a quick and easy build.  I will use this as the basis to upgrade the already built 99666 and 72630 to a more pleasing detail.

 

Just under 2 weeks to go, I am looking forward to Model Rail Scotland.  Yet again I will be helping with KMS and probably Aberdeen Model Railway Club.

Really nice work Iain - a massive difference between the two and impressed with the detail you have applied.

Looking forward to seeing your next project completion.

John

[The Angry Scotsman]

It was good to meet people at MRS, always good to put a face to a name.  I did my usual of “I’m not buying anything other than what I need for modelling” but as always The Junction Box seems to have that loco I want.  So Blue Peter was bought for the future when she is back on the mainline.  That’ll be another support coach I need to make.
 

A little progress on the test coaches just now,  I started a new model of 977983 using a Bachmann Mk2F, again using @LMSfan72 prints for the OHL sensor (assuming it is a sensor) and underframe.  I am hoping to finish this soon so I can get the PLPR2 set running, maybe on JCs layout when I pick up the BUO.

 

I have also started on the SGT2 set and after speaking with Roland I am using a Airfix Mk2D coach for 977986.  Windows all blanked off with a little filler required, door windows blanked, water tank has had the rivets and handles removed and steps and door handle removed (except the door that is still in use).  The Airfix coach also has more detailed Roe - vac roof vents fitted.  These are from Shapeways and are expensive, but I think it is good to get this detail right.  Again, following Roland’s advice, I nervously cut a slot behind the water tank for that lip thing.  I think it turned out well and quite pleased with it.  I also attempted the design (slow day at work on Sunday night) of the aerial things for 983 and 985, so I will see how my friend will get on printing them.

 

 

[The Angry Scotsman]

Yesterday, after an epic 19 hour shift or so, I received my BUO from JC yesterday.  He kindly airbrushed the coach for me (I’m still rubbish!). I am preparing the windows and end connectors and hopefully have it all together by the end of the week (back to work Saturday).

 

I am really impressed with the finish and it’s given me the hurry up to finish the consist for this test train.

 

[The Angry Scotsman]

Finally finished off the BUO in between night shifts (Back at work at time of writing!).  I am really pleased how it has turned out and JC did a very good job with the finish.  Roland was impressed so I will take that.  I now need to start and finish the rest of the consist for this test train.  The end power connectors (jumper cables) are printed by @LMSfan72 and really make the end of those coaches up.

 

 

I also made a start at adding hinges to 977986 since I decided to sand them off for some reason.  I got these from Dart Castings and they have done the job.  I had to use super glue to attach them, and this was a new experience for me so lots of improvements, to be made to application.  Today I re-drilled holes for the hand rails as they were squint and added handrails, I forgot to take a picture this afternoon.

 

 

I have another night shift to go (OT for SMTH mentorship if you know).  I have a fortnight off after that so I can crack on with 977986, start 977985.  I also hope to finish off version 2 of 977983 so I can have a full Bachmann setup for PLPR2 consist.  I know the Bachmann Mk2F coaches are expensive but they just have much better detail over Hornby and have the correct roe-vac roof vents.

 

[LMSfan72]

Good job!!😀

[virginhst539]

for some reason SMTH rings a bell in my head for what ever reason. Been a long week so could be wrong.

 

BUO is looking superb. Been thinking about getting a Bachmann mk2 to have a look at for converting, I bought up a load of airfix/Hornby mk2s a while back when they where cheap i.e under a tenner but have since learned they are the wrong variants! coaches are a mystery to me as I am "wagon basher" by trade but Roland has filled me in on the various differences between an E and a F. Saying that they are not that more expensive than the Hornby offering on rails just now. some as low as £44! 

[The Angry Scotsman]

Well I was more productive elsewhere other than modelling on my week off.  There was many days of rain so myself and Jacqui ended up tidying the house out for her dad’s visit next month.  However I did manage a few bits.

 

983 has been fully painted, including the roof cut out equipment, under the doors and handrails.  Gangway doors have been fitted and underframe detail has been completed.  I just need a few nights to add the decals from @railtec-models.  I am quite pleased with this version as I removed the roof vent that has been blanked and added aerials.  I will also add blue lights to @LMSfan72 roof cut out section.

 

 

In the picture as well is the Airfix underframe for 977986.  This required the removal of the battery boxes and buffer beam from the laser end.  A little bit more of tidying up and I need to ask Roland’s advice on how to build the new buffer beam.  I also have a few ideas for the connection between the 2 coaches, I hope to jot a few sketches down on night shift (once more SMTH mentorship has been done, this is very important to me).

 

I also finished painting up 977986 and added the orange cantrail.  I however made an error and forgot to fill in the cutout on the ends of the gangways, so I will need to do this and then respray.

 

I should also add I replaced the roe vac roof vents with ones from Shapeways which are the same as what Bachamann have on there Mk2F coaches.  They are pricey but I think it improves the Airfix coach some what.

 

 

Edited April 7 by The Angry Scotsman