Crisis Rail Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 I've just read on another thread that a retaining wall with buildings on top of it is a cliche.. Looks like I might have to re-deisgn the layout again! Which post was this......? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 1, 2011 Author Share Posted January 1, 2011 This one: http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php/topic/27939-cliches-on-layouts/ Happy New Year Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 6, 2011 Author Share Posted January 6, 2011 Afternoon all, I haven't been able to get much time in the garage due to work, however I did pop in today after hearing some gen about a new arrival! I managed to get a grab a couple of photos whilst the creature moved from the shed to a siding, awaiting its next duty..... There is much talk amongst the drivers now as to what is going to happen to the real locos? are they going to be sold on in favour of more green locos, rumour has it that a company called Freightliner is going to take over the whole depot and yard.... and eventually the garage. whoo ha ha ha whoo ha ha (evil laugh) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 Nooo Scott ! What have you bought, what is that ugly looking thing? It hurts my eyes to look at it....put some pics up of your proper locos such as Cantons 56 and some 37s you have... You could always put it up on Ebay someone may buy it off you...(if your lucky...lol) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 Saying that, nice detail on the model, but damn ugly ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arpleymodeller Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 70001 looks great-wish I had one Good to see youve returned to modern image-any more ultra modern locos on the way? Regards Lewis Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hampshire Hog Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 Afternoon all, I haven't been able to get much time in the garage due to work, however I did pop in today after hearing some gen about a new arrival! I managed to get a grab a couple of photos whilst the creature moved from the shed to a siding, awaiting its next duty..... There is much talk amongst the drivers now as to what is going to happen to the real locos? are they going to be sold on in favour of more green locos, rumour has it that a company called Freightliner is going to take over the whole depot and yard.... and eventually the garage. whoo ha ha ha whoo ha ha (evil laugh) The drivers are more concerned about being caught as the first one seen driving the thing?, no wonder they hid it in the shed Seriously Pitbull it looks great. Kevin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 6, 2011 Author Share Posted January 6, 2011 I knew it would be controversial, lol... I couldn't resist it, the layout needed a bit of glamour! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Temeraire Posted January 6, 2011 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 6, 2011 Oh dear, Kevin we need a playday and fast! Either he's had more than his fair share of Christmas booze or spent too much time at altitude in that helicopter and the lack of oxygen has taken its toll! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 6, 2011 Author Share Posted January 6, 2011 I will echo the play day request... as for the booze/oxygen comment I shall ignore it! the green brigade will be taking over! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Temeraire Posted January 6, 2011 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 6, 2011 the green brigade will be taking over! What's it going to be called this time "Lunatic Rd & Asylum Sidings"? You'll be buying a Heljan crane next! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 7, 2011 Author Share Posted January 7, 2011 Funny you should say that, its a great idea for the sticky out bit! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bugs bunny Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Scott its not the prettiest Loco But they grow on you I wasn't going to get one as Warren lane is set around 2004 But after seeing one at Warley I'm really tempted Kind regards Alan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 7, 2011 Author Share Posted January 7, 2011 I have no need for one either Alan but I do like them, I chipped it today and it has been happily trundling around with a rake of inter-modals... For those that are interested I am not changing era's, the 90's is staying.(sorry Lewis) The 70 will only come out for the odd run. Although it has got me thinking about a Freightliner plank. I have also purchased an old lima Railtrack "clearing the way" bubble car, the orange(?) and grey version. I have put it onto a Hornby 121 dcc chassis and that too has been trundling around whilst I get on with other bits. I'm thinking of fitting an express models lighting kit to it, anyone had any experience with them? My wiring isn't great but I'm willing to give it a go. Normal services will return tomorrow, might even take a few pics. Cheers Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
0O00 Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Happy New Year Scott. Nothing wrong with something a little bit different now and again - the Predator certainly is a left of field entrant into Bocott. You could always balance it out with a Brittania Pacific bearing the same number.................or maybe not! Get them classic diesels on show fella! You said somewhere you needed more 37's - reckon 37415 or a Kernow slug would look good thereabouts! Alex Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
0O00 Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Scott its not the prettiest Loco But they grow on you I wasn't going to get one as Warren lane is set around 2004 But after seeing one at Warley I'm really tempted Kind regards Alan Been trying to find some dimensions for this intruder - looks as long if not longer than an old Sulzer 16 wheeler. How long is the model Scott? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 7, 2011 Author Share Posted January 7, 2011 Hi Alex, Happy New year to you too mate, It is a bit of a beast and is approx 282 mm in length from buffer to buffer. I have left it in the depot amongst the res 47's and it looks so at home, just a shame it doesn't fit the era... 37's are on my list of "locos to get" but so is a class 50 in NSE, after popping into the local model shop my 3 year old wants one.. There are no 50's on my fleet at the moment so it will probably be the next contender. There is just so much to choose from.... Might have to build a bigger depot! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Temeraire Posted January 8, 2011 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 8, 2011 Scott its not the prettiest Loco That's the understatement of the year so far. Still not to worry I hear they've dropped one in Newport and done a million quids worth of improvements! (Badum Tishhhh) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.C.M Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Hi Scott, The class 70 had me worried about you changing time periods again. It is nice to just buy something you like and not worry about whether it fits in or not. I currently have a Railfreight class 26 sitting in the yard on Llanbourne. I must admit i do like like Ians coment on altitude and lack of oxygen. Cheers Peter, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 8, 2011 Author Share Posted January 8, 2011 I can confirm that oxygen levels are back to normal, no need for anymore concern! Had a quick play this morning, couldn't do any more than that as I had the company of my 3yr old... I cant do anything when he is there. My PCA's seem to be derailing quite a lot, no other wagons do. I'm considering changing the couplings, at the moment they are the huge horrible ones. Slimline tension hooks or Kadees (if I can work out what number to use) may well be on the shopping list soon.. Cheers Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 8, 2011 Author Share Posted January 8, 2011 Only me... I took my camera out to the garage but it died on me after 3 pictures, took some more on my phone but can't seem to download them onto the PC. Its an iphone and its a pain in the .... Anyway here are the 3 pictures, I have put a couple of low relief industrial units on top of the retaining wall to see what it looks like. I know its not everyones cup of tea but it suits my needs, I dont have the skill or imagination to do anything else. I spend to much time worrying about the backscene as it is. Res 47 slows for the station: The new coal service wagons are seen at Eastbury Sidings: A view of the 37's using the facilities of Bocott: If I can find some more batteries I will add a few more pics, I just know they have been borrowed for the kids toys! Cheers Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowvanman Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 lookng great Scot..fine selection of locos..shame the `betty` is still visable behind that shed.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 8, 2011 Author Share Posted January 8, 2011 Its a bit like wheres wally? She has been put away in her box now. So she shouldn't be visable in any future pictures. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poindexter Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 I have put a couple of low relief industrial units on top of the retaining wall to see what it looks like. I know its not everyones cup of tea but it suits my needs, I dont have the skill or imagination to do anything else. I spend to much time worrying about the backscene as it is. Scott Hi Scott I think the wall and units looks great. I know what you mean about people squaking on about cliches, but do those same people do any modelling and publish it on here to inspire others? Do you remember a certain layout that won the RMWeb layout challenge not that long ago? http://www.rmweb.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=10866 Yep, Chittle. A fantastic piece of modelling with a retaining wall, factory units and loco maintainence shed. Crack on with your excellent, ever evolving layout and keep those photos coming and us inspired and entertained. Guy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull1845 Posted January 8, 2011 Author Share Posted January 8, 2011 Thanks Guy for the positive comments, I remember Chittle very well. I shall continue along my track and fight the cliche crew head on, lol. Ok a few more pics: 47768 on the Poole-York service, moving off after a brief stop at Bocott station: A few seconds later a NSE 159 passes, this is an ECS move to Salisbury so wont be stopping at the station: Final view of the depot, classes 56, 47 and 37 are all visable, some more than others: Didn't find any more batteries, I managed to squeeze these out of the expied ones.. Cheers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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