pitbull1845 Posted October 21, 2012 Author Share Posted October 21, 2012 Thanks guys, apologies for the images always showing the same part of the layout. I've been working on the depot building and have painted part of it, i'm also in the process of fitting lights. Once thats done I'll take some pictures of something different! Cheers Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
D802 FORMIDABLE Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 No apologies needed mate as I allways enjoy your pics. Really enjoying watching the progress Cheers Anthony Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 Thanks guys, apologies for the images always showing the same part of the layout. I've been working on the depot building and have painted part of it, i'm also in the process of fitting lights. Once thats done I'll take some pictures of something different! Cheers Scott lol, im the same, not much ever new on mine mate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrighty Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 If my layout looked this good, I would want to show off the same part too! Keep the pics coming. Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted October 23, 2012 Author Share Posted October 23, 2012 Good evening, Glad you're not getting too bored of the location .. But just in case you were I thought I'd treat you to a picture of the depot and some unusual traction at Redbrook McMaritime... 37403 has made an appearance, arriving this morning. Not sure why, but it's here. It looks like its settled in already. It's just awaiting the chip fitter, before it can have a run. In the mean time its filling up with diesel! Thats it for now.. Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sutton Junction Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 If my layout looked this good, I would want to show off the same part too! Keep the pics coming. Chris Any chance of an update from you? Your layout has fell off the face of the earth!!! Sutty Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sutton Junction Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 That 37 looks well at home especially in that livery, lets hope they dont breed eh!!! Sutty Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted October 23, 2012 Author Share Posted October 23, 2012 Yeah I quite like it.. I'd hate for two 47's to eventually arrive in speedlink livery from Rail Exclusive as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Temeraire Posted October 23, 2012 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 23, 2012 Liking the look of the shed now that you've painted and modified it, maybe a bit of weather on the roof to finish it off perhaps? Is that a Vitrains 37, and regression to the 1990s is good by the way! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted October 23, 2012 Author Share Posted October 23, 2012 Still got to weather the depot, the sides are too blue so I'lll have a go at them and the roof soon. Yes it is a vitrains 37, not sure I'll be reverting back to the 90's fully, although I've just been going through my old photos and could be tempted.. The 37 purchase was a spur of the moment thing, the price just seemed right. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PaulRhB Posted October 24, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 24, 2012 not sure I'll be reverting back to the 90's fully, Well you can easily do both eras by changing the stock and some vehicles Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted October 24, 2012 Author Share Posted October 24, 2012 That was kind of my plan Paul, I wont be putting Freightliner signs on the depot, so it can be just a generic depot depending on my mood. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dave.C Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 The Forklift looks very suspicious behind the Loo, I am not sure I would use it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted October 24, 2012 Author Share Posted October 24, 2012 37403 is now officially available for work, as luck would have it I had a 37 sound chip knocking about so its now fitted and has been tested this evening. After a bit of shunting it was stabled up near the shunters cabin. (The photographers favourite place) Normallity has since returned, 08530 seen here bringing in some FEAB wagons for some light maintenance. All's quiet as the sun goes down over Redbrook. Cheers Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Good plan, hedge your bets...don't get tied down.Similar idea with my plank. I have the Vitrains 37430 'Cwmbran', it's not a bad item - doesn't lool or run quite as well as Bachmann but for £50 it's OK. Those fiddly detailing bits can stuff off though - lost most the lamp irons in 5 minutes...... My only concern with Vi is whether the customer support will be there in a few years if the hobby co, ceases to import the UK image items... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 My 37 came with bits fitted and I got it for £36 so I can't complain. I quite fancy a blue 37 next time, I've got the one in mind, I just need to see if Bachmann do one that matches it. My wooden laser cut depot baskets arrived today so my plan is to have a go at them tonight, i'f im successful I'll post a picture.. Don't hold your breath! Cheers Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HealeyMills Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Hi Scott, I've been following your layout thread for some time now from the 'wings' and it's great to watch it develop. Nice pic of the BR Blue tractor... does this mean that Redbrook might go ALL blue???? Cheers Lee Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 Hi Lee, Welcome aboard, thanks for looking at my ramblings. To answer your question, no I wont be going all blue, but the odd one may make an appearance. I quite like the weathered/worn blue look. Now onto the cages... I've got mixed views really, I went for the laser cut ones as the thought of etched ones filled me with fear, they just look to fiddly and my soldering skills are poor. I have to say I found these laser one's blimming fiddly too. I think my thumbs are too big! I couldn't get them square despite the simple process of building. Fold the corners and stick on a base. To me the base didn't seem right and was too small but that was more than likely me being a thicko. The cost was £8.99 for 4 (twice as much as an etch supplier on here) and I expect next time round I would have taken a bit more time, but in true fashion I wanted them done now. Here are some pictures of them being delivered to Redbrook, think the forklift driver got caught short and disappeared in a hurry. I also had a plan whilst briefly out in the garage. 37403 is a loco maintained by the Freightliner staff at Redbrook and is a celebrity loco used for Railtours and other such events. (well thats the story until my retro fleet grows) Here 37038 can be seen collecting 403 from the depot before heading off to Eastleigh to collect stock for the "Warren Wanderer" Railtour at the weekend. 66610 is the most recent arrival to Redbrook, having been chipped this evening. Final shot, the stabling sidings are starting to fill up, not a good sign for business. Thats it for tonight now, promise.. Cheers Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium newbryford Posted October 25, 2012 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 25, 2012 Hi Scott, The baskets would get bent and bashed over time anyway! Cheers, Mick Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
class"66" Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Very smart looking depot you have!! luv all the fine detailing too... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rammy Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Hi Scott I agree with Mick. I think the baskets look great as they always get a little bashed with constant use. I finished assembling my etched ones last night. I just need to paint them now. I resorted to gluing the feet on as they were too tiny to solder! I'm loving the photos of your stabled stock. I think I need to start buying more! Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattWallace Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Final shot, the stabling sidings are starting to fill up, not a good sign for business. Or for your bank account I'm guessing! I'd love to have that much traction on my layout once the track is down, great to see such a busy photo! Matt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d winpenny Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Layouts looking good as ever David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed a/c Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Great updates and the baskets look mighty fine as well. Can I ask who makes them? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted October 26, 2012 Author Share Posted October 26, 2012 Evening, Well the baskets seem to have gone down well, so thanks for clearing that up. I wasn't too sure myself but as Mick and Dave have said, the baskets get damaged so I'll live with the bent ones! The baskets themselves came from Ebay and are of German origin and are HO, but the size seems ok with me. I think I have enough Freightliner locos now, my locos are normally funded by selling off other rolling stock so thankfully don't come from my current account that often. No doubt when I'm bored of Team Green they will be sold off to fund the next idea, and no they're not being traded in for 90's stock! As always, thanks for looking and passing comment. Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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