Leon Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Toptastic mate, that ballast is the real thing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeney Todd Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hi , I think that looks really well , another tip i got from here is to pop a bit of blue tac over the contact part of the points so as not to get paint on them , worked really well for me , but if you do get any on them they can be cleaned off with a glass fiber pen , i try and keep the rail tops clean by wiping when the paint is wet and then use a track rubber when it's dry . Looks well to me Shaun . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted February 28, 2010 Author Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hi shaun, Cheers for your comment bud!! Its not too bad I suppose Cheers for the info on points, I did keep them areas paint free, but I shall go over them with a really small paint brush, then that way it doesnt look odd Hiya Leon, Cheers for your comment bud!! Cheers all, Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris56057 Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Shaun has made a good point here Georgie- it's imperative you keep the rail top's clean to ensure conductivity is sufficient. Going over with a fibre brush pen lightly is your best bet. Coming along well all the same though. Cheers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arpleymodeller Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hi Georgie some very good pictures you've added today,the rail weathering has really made an impact and has really improved the layouts appearance.Just make sure you go over the rail tops with a track rubber or sand paper to remove excess paint so the trains still run! Jessop yard is really coming together into a atmospheric modern image railway,you should be proud of yourself! Regards Lewis Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted February 28, 2010 Author Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hiya guys, Cheers for the info and help guys!! Much appreciated Im still waiting for paint to dry before I start cleaning otherwise I shall end up with rubber bits stuck in it all and that won't look real good!! One question, Where and what are Fibre pens I dont think I have heard or seen one of these before Regards Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hi George, Fibre pens, I have a problem with my points now as paint got on the blades, It was recommended I use a fibre pen to remove it, apparently they have some on eBay. I need to get one at some point. Its basicaly a pen but with a rough fibre bit. Leon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 838rapid Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 They are availible from model shops such as Antics in Cardiff. They are promoted by exbo. No connection,other than satisfied customer Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted February 28, 2010 Author Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hiya Leon, Oooh I see, Thanks for that Leon. Do they only sell them on ebay Cheers Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted February 28, 2010 Author Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hiya 838rapid, Thanks for that bud!! Do they have a website too bud?? Cheers Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arpleymodeller Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hiya guys, Cheers for the info and help guys!! Much appreciated Im still waiting for paint to dry before I start cleaning otherwise I shall end up with rubber bits stuck in it all and that won't look real good!! One question, Where and what are Fibre pens I dont think I have heard or seen one of these before Regards Georgie A fibre pen is a glass fibre pen,it is a normal pen with a length of glass fibre which is good at removing ground in marks like dry paint.I got mine from ebay,you can buy cartridges as eventually the original one runs out Here is one on ebay-http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Fibre-Glass-Tipped-Fine-Abrasive-Burnishing-Pen-4mm_W0QQitemZ160391162988QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Trains_Railway_Models?hash=item25580eec6c Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arpleymodeller Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hiya guys, Cheers for the info and help guys!! Much appreciated Im still waiting for paint to dry before I start cleaning otherwise I shall end up with rubber bits stuck in it all and that won't look real good!! One question, Where and what are Fibre pens I dont think I have heard or seen one of these before Regards Georgie A fibre pen is a glass fibre pen,it is a normal pen with a length of glass fibre which is good at removing ground in marks like dry paint.I got mine from ebay,you can buy cartridges as eventually the original one runs out Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeney Todd Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hi , It's nice to share tips on here as most of what i now know about the hobby has come from people on this site , well the old one ( by reading and asking ) so it's good to pass on the info . If you don't have a glass fiber pen i really think you'll find one usefull , not only for cleaning the track points , but they are really good for cleaning the contact wheels on loco's , once you've done a loco you'll probably find it improves the smoothness of how it runs . Anyway great to see the updates on your layout i will be following . Cheers Shaun . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted February 28, 2010 Author Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hiya Lewis, Thanks for info and link!! But Im afraid Im not one for ebay I prefer a trusted shop like Rails of Sheffield, thats just me I shall keep looking out for one when im next surfing the net for items!! Quick note to say that Jessop Yard has had all the tracks painted (which Im glad about, me knees can rest) Im now just waiting for the paint to dry, although this wont be until tomorrow!! I will also take photos tomorrow of the dirty tracks, but clean on top Im also thinking its about time I started my Backscene, so that will be on the to do list for tomorrow Regards Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted February 28, 2010 Author Share Posted February 28, 2010 Hiya Shaun, I agree with you there!! I most deffinetley shall try may hardest to track one down, even if it does mean ebay!! They sound to be real useful and a good product worth purchasing I shall try and got photos tomorrow for you all of whats been happening Regards Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold mudmagnet Posted February 28, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 28, 2010 Georgie You could also try a local arts / crafts shop who will also stock the refills. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arpleymodeller Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Ebay can be good in many cases Most of my wagons and even 56003 came from ebay .You can get real bargains Regards Lewis Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Hiya all, Thanks for all help and info on Fibre Pens, much appreciated and I shall get one!! This morning a certain loco arrived!! Straight from Toton, like I said that place is full!! So This loco has been moved to Jessop Yard. You might have guessed this but it is me new Class 37, 37427 in EW&S Livery. Im still fitting all the tiny bits of detail to her but there that small it has taken me half an hour just to get the basics on!! Here some pics of here stabled outside the shed awaiting attention: Hope you all like!! The loco is called Bont Y Berno. All the rails have now been painted, they are just awaiting me to clean them!! The depot area has been cleaned, I wouldnt dream of putting a loco on mucky tracks Regards Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wollastonblue Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 There George thats more like it. More tractors please. Nice job of the track weathering. I'm still working on mine. Cheers Alex Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Hiya Alex, Cheers for kind comment bud!! Im starting to like 37s, hopefully a few more will arrive Good luck on your weathering bud!! Regards Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Nice looking 37 there George. Is a Vitrains one ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arpleymodeller Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 hi Georgie As I was thinking of getting a Vi trains 37 What is performance like? And what is it like fitting all the details,Ive heard its quite difficult! Regards Lewis Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Hiya Chaps, Hiya Leon, yup the Class 37 is a Vitrains, Cheers Bud!! Hey Lewis, The performance are good you might have to though change the speed setting as they set off really slowly!! The little bits are a pain to put on, theres sooo many but the loco looks 10 times better with them all fitted!! I wouldnt say there difficult, I would use a pair of plyers to help hold and push the little pieces into place Regards Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Come on George get some more pics taken of it, I just ordered a Vi 37 from Rails of Sheffield now. I read the yellow end is a little bright but that will easily be sorted with a bit of weathering. Yours looks a great model. Shame its EWS and not freight Grey.........lol joke ! Well done Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie!! Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Hiya Leon, These are for you joker Lol!! Sorry about quality, I have said it before about the lighting Hope you like bud!! Regards Georgie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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