stewartingram Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 A tad OT but for those into conversions I've posted my old Triang AL1 on RMWeb Marketplace, in case anybody wants one for conversion work. Make me an offer! Stewart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titan Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I must admit that this is high on my wish list, as until the Class 85, I have at least one example of the available RTR electrics for my 1970's ish blue era layout. But my budget only stretches to cheap second hand locos so I may have to wait awhile... As an aside I have decided that my catenary should be relatively easy to remove, as this has two advantages: 1. I do not have to complete everything prior to installation of the catenary, so it does not have to be the last thing done - which is just as well as if it was it might never be built! 2. It can be removed for track cleaning, maintenance etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaneofFife Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 (edited) Looks great Stuart, it's always nice to see someone else get something positive out of my postings Cheers Jim Yes thanks for the tips on the paint colour (Humbrol 29) and bogie frame removal Jim. Big thanks to Andi re the pantograph modification though and of course Cav - who I will be borrowing his idea from for those dark greasy buffers If a few others out there benefit from one or two of my little ideas then cool. The bent bodyside grille louvre illusion is one of the easiest to conjour up with the aid of a flat screwdriver! Most of the 85s seems to have copped for this damage during their lives. The actual weathering was not only easier than first envisaged but very theraputic too ! And some people say its a dark art! Edited June 20, 2012 by ThaneofFife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 pics of E3056 now on Hattons site.. http://www.ehattons.com/32705/Bachmann_UK_31_677_Class_85_AL5_Bo_Bo_Electric_E3056_in_BR_Blue_with_single_pantograph_/StockDetail.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 22, 2012 Author Share Posted June 22, 2012 01 687D E3086-85031 Crewe 16 Aug 70 by Dave58282, on Flickr 03 0748D 85018-E3073 E3163 Garston Dock 10 Jun 73 by Dave58282, on Flickr 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaneofFife Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 (edited) Interesting paint job on the wiper arms=blue above the roof line and grey/silver below. Not seen that before. The lead loco has only just stayed under the contact wire too if it arrived under its own power. Never knew Garston docks even had a 25kv stabling facility.... I havent seen anyone here fit lamp irons above the buffers on their 85s, something I am contemplating, but they could foul the body-they do sit very close and I suspect are in such a position as to be easily broken off if not handled with real care. Mine are currently in the experimental stages! Edited June 23, 2012 by ThaneofFife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 Interesting to note, my pre-TOPS blue arrived the other day and I appear to have no issues clipping the pantograph down as reported by some people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 22, 2012 Author Share Posted June 22, 2012 one for Jim http://www.flickr.com/photos/55727763@N02/6944811746/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
59205 Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Interesting to note, my pre-TOPS blue arrived the other day and I appear to have no issues clipping the pantograph down as reported by some people. Lucky you then! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted June 23, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 23, 2012 Rails newsletter reports the early 'electric blue' arriving Monday. Time for the maroon mark ones,I think. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spackz Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Looks like its here early, Rails saying its currently in stock, i eagerly await mine from Hattons next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 26, 2012 Author Share Posted June 26, 2012 Looks like its here early, Rails saying its currently in stock, i eagerly await mine from Hattons next week. rails site says its not in stock and on order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 26, 2012 Author Share Posted June 26, 2012 (edited) any Rmwebbers who have gone for E3056 have any pics? some more prototype inspiration.. 85011 & 25248 Cockshute 3.10.80 by D9006, on Flickr 85001 Manchester Piccadilly by 74009, on Flickr 85001 ( & 31296 ) . Between Wolverton and Castlethorpe . Thursday 07th-November-1985 by AndrewHA 's appearances here will be spasmodic ., on Flickr Edited June 26, 2012 by michael delamar 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spackz Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 rails site says its not in stock and on order. It was showing as in stock over the weekend, looks like they may have made a mistake and corrected it since. Oh well will have to wait a little longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted June 26, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 26, 2012 Bachmann website IS showing it as 'in stock' (Today 26th June) whereas the pre-Tops version is no longer in stock at Barwell. The distribution chain is not rolling yet,it seems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 26, 2012 Author Share Posted June 26, 2012 email from Hattons... "Our latest information from the supplier suggests this item will arrive with us between June 2012 & June 2012... We hope that this email has been useful" so June then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartb Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 I had the same email from Hattons as well as one that said it was due to arrive on Wednesday 26th June, I also got in touch with Bachmann who replied that the AL5 would be sent out this week, so lets hope they are right. I can't take the suspense at my age Also I Came across this published in 1983, can't believe I have had this for 29 years. (Hope it's alright to put a picture of this on here!) John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 26, 2012 Author Share Posted June 26, 2012 was followed by an email 5 minutes later saying on or after wednesday 27th June Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewartingram Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 email from Hattons... "Our latest information from the supplier suggests this item will arrive with us between June 2012 & June 2012... We hope that this email has been useful" so June then Or 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartb Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 They did say on or after the 28th May a month ago, so we will see. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolfofBadenoch Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 Has anybody put any sound in one yet? If so, what type of speaker did you use? I bought 1 at the weekend that came with a LS 4.0 - 50334 - 20 x 40 x 10.0mm (i think) and was told it would fit. As far as i can see it's too tall so i've swapped it for the slightly smaller 20 x 40 x 8.0mm, however this still seems too tall for me. I have taken out the black plastic 'holder' from the centre of the chassis to increase the depth but it's still not enough! Have i missed anything? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted June 27, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 27, 2012 They did say on or after the 28th May a month ago, so we will see. John Modellers Mecca have them on their website as 'in stock' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted June 27, 2012 Share Posted June 27, 2012 Has anybody put any sound in one yet? If so, what type of speaker did you use? I bought 1 at the weekend that came with a LS 4.0 - 50334 - 20 x 40 x 10.0mm (i think) and was told it would fit. As far as i can see it's too tall so i've swapped it for the slightly smaller 20 x 40 x 8.0mm, however this still seems too tall for me. I have taken out the black plastic 'holder' from the centre of the chassis to increase the depth but it's still not enough! Have i missed anything? Thanks Legomanbiffo has fitted these so he should know the best speaker options/modifications. Suggest contacting him. Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolfofBadenoch Posted June 27, 2012 Share Posted June 27, 2012 Legomanbiffo has fitted these so he should know the best speaker options/modifications. Suggest contacting him. Charlie I've sorted it now. Looked at it again this morning, and by prising out the speaker from the chamber it came in, the speaker then fitted nicely in the cradle (black plastic 'holder'). Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spackz Posted June 27, 2012 Share Posted June 27, 2012 Now in stock at Hattons, just waiting for the payment confirmation and despatch emails. Whoop!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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