Ron Heggs Posted December 20, 2014 Author Share Posted December 20, 2014 (edited) Fantastic work Ron, the Brit with six on really shows the size of the train shed. One thing that I'd like to know, what are you going to use for the infill pieces between the roof girders and the walls? Plasicard or etched. OzzyO. Hi, Ozzy The Spandrels were etched back in September 2011, and have recently been painted ready for mounting The spandrels are shown in the bottom right corner Drawing of a typical Spandrel Edit: Just remembered my post http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/28293-manchester-central-clc-gn-warehouses-castlefield-viaducts/page-39&do=findComment&comment=502778 , and following relevant posts, with some pictures of the etches Edited December 20, 2014 by Ron Heggs 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Looks like you've already fitted them in that photo. got the roof done and the clock in place. Like the way the backscene shows through the glass. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzyo Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Hello Ron, I forgot that you'd had the spandrels etched, but they will look good when in place. OzzyO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Heggs Posted December 22, 2014 Author Share Posted December 22, 2014 The last of the Xmas Concerts and Carols in the Local Church have been done, and the Xmas Presents to the local charities distributed - ... and inbetween times the second cladding strip has been completed, and placed temporarily on the train shed roof. The first cladding strip is 38mm wide by 2045mm long, and the second strip is 56mm wide by 2045mm long - The train is still on Platform 6 Closer view of the two claddings Closer ... and closer ... the third cladding strip is wider and stepped to provide greater glazing area over the concourse 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hayfield Posted December 22, 2014 Share Posted December 22, 2014 Stunning !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joejab95 Posted December 22, 2014 Share Posted December 22, 2014 This is incredible! Thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phixer64 Posted December 22, 2014 Share Posted December 22, 2014 This just gets better, excellent work, and inspiration Regards Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Heggs Posted December 22, 2014 Author Share Posted December 22, 2014 * * Feliz Navidad y Próspero Año Nuevo a Todos * * * * Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to All * * Thanks to all my Fellow Modellers for your continuing help, comments and interest All of which is much appreciated Look forward to making even more progress in the coming year 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robday12 Posted December 22, 2014 Share Posted December 22, 2014 Some of the images on this thread have brought back the sense of wonderment that I felt as a child, standing under the train-shed of this station! It is modeling of the highest standard and I can not wait to see your progress in 2015. Thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas and a happy new year to all. Cheers Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Heggs Posted December 24, 2014 Author Share Posted December 24, 2014 The third cladding piece placed on the roof - Looking North along East wall Looking South along East wall Overhead view looking South ... now for an enforced day off Cheers to All Ron 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamiel Posted December 24, 2014 Share Posted December 24, 2014 Looking simply amazing. It has a real sense of weight to it.How heavy is it in reality, does it take a couple of people just to lift the roof (for weight let alone size)?Have a lovely Christmas, and break from the modelling.Jamie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Heggs Posted December 24, 2014 Author Share Posted December 24, 2014 Looking simply amazing. It has a real sense of weight to it. How heavy is it in reality, does it take a couple of people just to lift the roof (for weight let alone size)? Have a lovely Christmas, and break from the modelling. Jamie Hi, Jamie Thanks The calculated weight was posted in this link Hope this sufficient info. Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Heggs Posted December 24, 2014 Author Share Posted December 24, 2014 Looking simply amazing. It has a real sense of weight to it. How heavy is it in reality, does it take a couple of people just to lift the roof (for weight let alone size)? Have a lovely Christmas, and break from the modelling. Jamie Hi, Jamie Thanks The calculated weight was posted in this link Hope this sufficient info. Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamiel Posted December 25, 2014 Share Posted December 25, 2014 Thanks for that. Not light, but the model really has the feeling on hundreds of tons of iron work. Just so inspiring.Jamie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Heggs Posted December 27, 2014 Author Share Posted December 27, 2014 Have fixed the three lengths of cladding to the roof structure, ensuring the appropriate locations using temporary card spacers. This also helps in maintaining the correct dimensions for the glazing Have to now order the clear plastic sheets (the sheets in my stock are too thin for canopy and roof glazing, but ok for windows, etc.) and of course more styrene, as none of this is available in Spain. In the meantime whilst awaiting delivery, will sort out the spandrel fixings, eaves glazing bars and apex vent, then it will be back to the trackwork 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hayfield Posted December 27, 2014 Share Posted December 27, 2014 Ron Like what's happening with the station roof and can't wait to see the layout evolve through the coming year. Hope you had a good Christmas and will have a fruitful and happy new year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
62613 Posted December 27, 2014 Share Posted December 27, 2014 Those shots 'under the roof' really convey the scale of this work; it's absolutely stunning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Ron Heggs Posted December 31, 2014 Author Popular Post Share Posted December 31, 2014 Seven spandrels have been fitted with the ironwork detailing and painted, for attachment to the wall/buttress, and to support the roof eaves glazing - Close-up of one spandrel These will now be fitted to the roof structure ... and another 29 to go 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallows Close Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 Hello Ron, The etches look well all painted up don't they. Lovely stuff, and I'm sure I'm not the only one looking forward to seeing them installed on the model. Best wishes, Chris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullie Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 Pressing the like button just isn't enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mythocentric Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 The sheer scope of this layout has made this the must-watch thread of 2014 and will undoubtedly continue to be so in 2015. Seeing one of my old stomping grounds from the days of my dim, distant youth rise from the ashes brings back so many beautiful memories! All the very best Ron to you and your family for the New Year! Regard Bill 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Ron Heggs Posted January 1, 2015 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 1, 2015 Happy New Year to All Just managed to fix the first seven spandrels in place, after a long day in the garden clearing leaves, weeds, pruning last year's growth and picking a few oranges. Now posting the pictures with the sun just setting behind the mountains at the west end of the valley - ... and it's only the first day of the New Year In the railway room all is quiet and the only light is from the overhead fluorescent fittings - with chocolates in one hand and a beer in the other, now is the time to press the shutter ... and that's the last of the poetic ramblings, on with the modelling View from platform level View from eaves level The gable transom comprises two span beams, and therefore has two spandrels, just about visible The walls definitely need more detailing before being fixed, and the eaves glazing constructed 27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Siberian Snooper Posted January 1, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 1, 2015 Ron As ever, pure class, Happy New Year SS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Heggs Posted January 1, 2015 Author Share Posted January 1, 2015 Ron As ever, pure class, Happy New Year SS Thanks - Much appreciated Phil Cheers Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acko22 Posted January 2, 2015 Share Posted January 2, 2015 Ron, We bow down to your talents they look amazing the whole train shed is really coming together, cant wait to see the continuing class of your layout come together! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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