Northpoint Posted June 7, 2011 Author Share Posted June 7, 2011 *ahem* Back to the Show... Thanks, Jordan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alcanman Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 Hi, Just thought I'd wish all you guys exhibiting layouts at TVNAM the best of luck Looking forward to seeing pics in due course greetings from CSX Palmetto Spur in the Sunshine State cheers, Mal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longers Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 Great photo Mal - looks like the last bit of sun is poking through the heavy dark clouds moments before the thunderstorm breaks...! I've just found out I'll not be able to get to TVNAM - gutted. Was looking forward to seeing the excellent selection of layouts especially Schiller Point which would have been the first time I'd had have seen a US O Scale standard gauge layout at a show for more years than I can remember Have a great day everyone and make sure to post plenty of pics here for those that cant get there in person. Cheers L'rs Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNick Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 Out of interest, what trade will be present? I'm looking for some scenic bits, and this show isn't far from home. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 Out of interest, what trade will be present? I'm looking for some scenic bits, and this show isn't far from home. From the TVNAM website:- http://www.tvnam.co.uk/ , scrolling down this page... Team Track Trading. Westerm Models (Studley) Malc's Models American Trains (N scale specialist) Sunningwell Command Control. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northpoint Posted June 8, 2011 Author Share Posted June 8, 2011 Out of interest, what trade will be present? I'm looking for some scenic bits, and this show isn't far from home. Hi Oldnick - please come anyway - we'll be glad to see you. That reminds me - any chance of those RM Webbers that do come making themselves known so names can be put to faces. I always feel these forums can be a bit anonymous (maybe that's the point?!? ). But it always good to meet you all in the flesh, so to speak. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 ...any chance of those RM Webbers that do come making themselves known so names can be put to faces. ... Especially the ones that bring layouts... :laugh: :laugh: Sorry, Nick... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveB Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Hoxie harbor is in bits scattered about the room, ready for packing on Friday pm. It's a Chinese puzzle fitting it all into my Honda Jazz See you there Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveB Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 A trial fit today, and it all goes in! Stock boxes and toolkit on front seat,, and just room for me. Houston - we have a 'Go'. See you there Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northpoint Posted June 9, 2011 Author Share Posted June 9, 2011 A trial fit today, and it all goes in! Stock boxes and toolkit on front seat,, and just room for me. Houston - we have a 'Go'. See you there Dave Bon voyage, Dave. Have a good journey. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Dave that is one substantial-looking layout!! Looking forward very much to seeing it!! Just get your prayer mats out lads, and hope it's not tipping with rain on Saturday morning!! As something of a Newbie to transporting a layout to a Show, can I ask what precautions (if any, and besides prayer) you guys take to protect your layouts from the weather whilst moving them from Vehicle to Venue..? Or will we take turns parking as close as possible to the doors to unload? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northpoint Posted June 9, 2011 Author Share Posted June 9, 2011 I went up to the hall yesterday only to discover that the tea urn is no longer there (mind you, it didn't have a plug on it last year anyway!). But no panic, Andy Y has kindly offered the loan of his, together with his display boards (possibly you've seen them at other shows where Andy has been) and some cable trunking should we need it. So, I'm off to Stafford soon to collect it. My wife discovered that somebody in her department at wotk has an A1 colour printer so I thought we'll have some of that! Hopefully, visitors will be in no doubt which show they're at when they see the display boards at the entrance. I just hope it all fits into the hall. I must have changed the layout plan a hundred times by now! Exhibitors - please don't forget to bring an extension cable if you can as we'll need some pretty long runs of cable to reach every layout. No doubt there will be a number of last minute jobs for tomorrow.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 I went up to the hall yesterday only to discover that the tea urn is no longer there (mind you, it didn't have a plug on it last year anyway!). But no panic, Andy Y has kindly offered the loan of his,... That reminds me... *I must pack a Mug* Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Just been reading this thread back from Page 1, and found this post... LOL - well at least it's a summer show. Oh wait, we're in England....realistic lake effect snow anyone? :angry: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northpoint Posted June 9, 2011 Author Share Posted June 9, 2011 Just been reading this thread back from Page 1, and found this post... :angry: Somebody seen a weather forecast that I've missed?? According to the good old BBC website for Saturday, a light rain shower (just one? seems a bit odd?) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glorious NSE Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Cars half packed, i'll do the 'visible' bits in the morning. I need to drop the missus off at work before 6am tomorrow then I plan to spend the day at Water Orton (hard at work researching the export products of EMD and GE!!) Overnight in the norf of Brum and we'll see you early Saturday AM!! Woohoo! Managed to paint the fascia without getting paint on the living room carpet as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Y Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Crisis averted, Nick now has a tea urn. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilM Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 I had intended to come this year but I have just been stung with a £900 vets bill so have a great time and dont forget to post plenty photos! (and dont tell me about any IC/ICG bargains .......) (and make sure you have pet insurance!) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
298 Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Dave that is one substantial-looking layout!! Looking forward very much to seeing it!! Just get your prayer mats out lads, and hope it's not tipping with rain on Saturday morning!! As something of a Newbie to transporting a layout to a Show, can I ask what precautions (if any, and besides prayer) you guys take to protect your layouts from the weather whilst moving them from Vehicle to Venue..? Or will we take turns parking as close as possible to the doors to unload? A large sheet of polythene usually does the trick. I was once accused of "cheating" by doing this, although I'm not sure how the organisers of any show would have handled a claim for water damage to the layout had I not taken due care of it. Thankfully and in my experience, loading/unloading in the rain and insurance claims are rare, with more damage occuring whilst the layout is supposedly in the dry inside a van or with a leaky tea urn on the floor above. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jez Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Spent a blissful afternoon weathering freight stock - nothing fancy, just some subtle airbrushing. Hope the paints dry by Saturday! See you all there. Jez Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Managed to paint the fascia without getting paint on the living room carpet as well. :blink: Flippin'eck - you're brave!!! I would be murdered for even attempting to paint in the living room whether I spilt paint or not! Then again, SWMBO has been dropping none-too-subtle hints that there are parts of the house that await decorating, and I'm up the shed painting models instead.... :laugh: Weekend weather forecast on the radio tonight doesn't seem too bad, actually, for the Midlands. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_long Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Good luck to all those travelling long distances today/tomorrow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northpoint Posted June 10, 2011 Author Share Posted June 10, 2011 Good luck to all those travelling long distances today/tomorrow. Luck? Don't talk to me about luck!! I tripped over the layout, broke a load of small bits, threw an open pot of paint all over the patio and conservatory door and did this to my arm. Look away now if you're squeamish... Lets hope that's the major disaster out of the way and things will run smoothly from here on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveB Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Ouch Nick, That looks really sore. Ours is meant to be a peaceful relaxing hobby - what are you doing wrong?!! Take care till after the show Cheers Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_long Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Wow, Nick that does look sore. Although I'm not tempting fate, I've still got to pack my car later and my layout is quite heavy! More importantly how did SWMBO take to the Patio and door? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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