JeffP Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 Finally! Found time amd funds at the same time to order a Ruston DE 165 0-6-0 in 7 mm scale. Looking forward to it arriving, been waiting to get it some time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Beechnut Posted November 13, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted November 13, 2018 My first Judith Edge kit, well that's built anyway, I've yet to start the Kitson version. No departures from Mike's suggested build, High Level, Mashima, AGW. It's EM gauge so crosshead/crank pin clearance is minimal, as is end float on leading axle. It's quite an improvement on the Crownline version of the same loco although I do like white metal kits if only for their inherent mass. Brendan 22 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Michael Edge Posted November 13, 2018 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted November 13, 2018 That looks very good - did you fill the tank with lead? That adds more than enough mass in my experience. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 96701 Posted November 13, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 13, 2018 We do have some in stock at the moment. Can I reserve one, please? And one for me too please, but not until next month. Had some very heavy expenditure last month. House concert starring Mokoomba. Totally stunning evening. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beechnut Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 That looks very good - did you fill the tank with lead? That adds more than enough mass in my experience. Thanks Mike, yes it has plenty of ballast, both in the bunkers and the tank. It runs quite nicely with the 'knife edge' front axle. It still needs a crew and a bit of local weathering. Brendan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Michael Edge Posted November 15, 2018 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted November 15, 2018 I will be back to doing the kit design/building demo at Warley this year (after a year off with the appearance of Chapel en le Frith last year), stand A53. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Blandford1969 Posted November 15, 2018 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 15, 2018 Would it be possible to get a Fowler 2-6-2 from you at Warley? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Michael Edge Posted November 15, 2018 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted November 15, 2018 It would, can I please have your real name though. I'll only be able to take cash or cheque payments there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Blandford1969 Posted November 15, 2018 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 15, 2018 No worries, I've sent you a PM Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMSNCC Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 Hi Mike, Is the Harland and Wolf shunter ready yet? Thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Michael Edge Posted November 17, 2018 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted November 17, 2018 Yes but we don't have any in stock at the moment, we hope to have some more next month. Price is £45 + £3.50 postage Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMSNCC Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 Thanks Mike, I’ll be in touch next month then! Rob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garyrrscott Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 Hi everyone Iv just got a 05 shunter low cab on line and as it’s my first brass kit does anyone have any pointers or advice for building these kits. Any tools that are useful any advice welcomed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 Hi everyone Iv just got a 05 shunter low cab on line and as it’s my first brass kit does anyone have any pointers or advice for building these kits. Any tools that are useful any advice welcomedBuy a book! Check if they any tutorials on YouTube and the best of Post Brexit British. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamport Southport Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 Hi everyone Iv just got a 05 shunter low cab on line and as it’s my first brass kit does anyone have any pointers or advice for building these kits. Any tools that are useful any advice welcomed A good basic guide to building etched brass kits is here. http://www.jimmcgeown.com/Questions.html Meant for O Gauge but most of the information is relevant for 4MM scale as well. When it comes to soldering irons an 80 Watt version will be far to hefty for your needs if you are modelling in 4MM, a 25 Watt, 40 Watt or temperature controlled is a better bet. Books? These are the bibles if you are into making loco kits. http://www.titfield.co.uk/Wild-Swan/Model-Locos.htm https://www.amazon.co.uk/Etched-Loco-Construction-Iain-Rice/dp/090686786X/ref=sr_1_7?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1543966024&sr=1-7&keywords=iain+rice Jason Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Michael Edge Posted December 5, 2018 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted December 5, 2018 Hi everyone Iv just got a 05 shunter low cab on line and as it’s my first brass kit does anyone have any pointers or advice for building these kits. Any tools that are useful any advice welcomed There's a phone number and Email address in the instructions if you are having any difficulties, feel free to use them. Michael and Judith 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 (edited) I've had this in my library since the mid-70s, highly recommended https://www.amazon.co.uk/Building-Model-Locomotives-F-J-Roche/dp/B0011QVXUI/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1544003253&sr=1-4&keywords=building+model+locomotives I have several of Iain Rice's books and they aren't at all helpful for the beginner, being very disorganised and written in a 'jolly hockeysticks' style which I find very annoying when I'm struggling. The second volume of Geoff Holt's books is the better one for a beginner. Tools:- 25W soldering iron with 1mm bit (Eileens/Squires) Rosin cored solder and small tub of rosin flux (eBay) Fibre glass brush(Eileens/Squires) Xuron cutters (Eileens/Squires) Swiss files (Eileens/Squires) Folding bars (eBay) Drills from .35mm to 2.2mm (Eileens/Squires) Reamers 1.0mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm 3.0mm and 1/8" (Eileens/Squires) Broaches (Eileens/Squires) Mini-drill (Eileens/Squires) Pin vices in 3 different sizes (Eileens/Squires) 14BA and 12BA taps (Buck and Hickman if you want HSS, Eileens/Squires if you want carbon steel) Pliers; snipe, round and bull nosed (Eileens/Squires) Side cutters (Eileens/Squires) You will be able to get all of these (excepting the eBay items of course) at the Peterborough show next weekend Be aware that there are health and safety risks for asthmatics for both rosin and acid based fluxes, please consult your GP if you are asthmatic and under no circumstances use an acid flux without eye protection ie safety goggles. The damned stuff spits and bubbles when heat is applied to it. Edited December 5, 2018 by PenrithBeacon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Michael Edge Posted December 5, 2018 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted December 5, 2018 Phosphoric acid doesn't do that and it fluxes anything you will want to solder. You don't need taps for our kits and 14BA will be very expensive and delicate. 30W soldering iron would be better but 25 is adequate, 1/8th reamer would be useful but I don't think you need the others. Pliers need to be smooth faced, serrated ones aren't much use. Otherwise I wouldn't disagree with that list. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 (edited) I agree re the smooth faced pliers, but I find that Carrs yellow flux does boil and spit. 12BA and 14BA taps may not be needed for Michael's kits but there are times when they are needed. Other tools/materials which I forgot:- 4" engineers square, an adjustable one is best (Eileens/Squires, Buck and Hickman, Moore and Wright on eBay). Scriber (Eileens/Squires) Centre punch (Eileens/Squires) Carrs metal black (I find the one for steel is best for nickel silver/brass) (Eileens/Squires,C&L) Small hammer (Eileens/Squires) Rivet punch (GW Tools) Tool Box (I bought mine from Maplin, but they're not available now!) Digital vernier caliper (Eileens/Squires) 6" rule (Eileens/Squires) The list goes on and gets to be expensive Edited December 5, 2018 by PenrithBeacon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
5050 Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 (edited) I haven't used rosin cored solder for years. For etch kits I use 45 145* degree solder with (depending on size and location of part) either a phosphoric flux or Powerflux - with plenty of washing off afterwards. I also haven't got any 'aids' for bending other than a pair of smooth parallel jaw pliers and some simple bending bars for long items made out of a couple of lengths of steel angle I found. Your toolkit will expand naturally as you gain experience and ambition! * - thanks Ray! Edited December 5, 2018 by 5050 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall5 Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 ...45 degrees??? 145 surely? Ray. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jol Wilkinson Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 For those concerned about health issues with soldering fumes, I recommend a extractor fan. I have one, bought from the now defunct Maplins but available elsewhere, including Rapid Online, https://www.rapidonline.com/anvil-av-ext-fume-extractor-esd-85-5920 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Michael Edge Posted December 5, 2018 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted December 5, 2018 I now use a tin/lead solder with 2% silver (52/s from Warton Metals), it does have a rosin flux but this isn't very significant. What is significant is how well it flows, melting point is something like 179 degrees, I use it for everything. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Enterprisingwestern Posted December 5, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 5, 2018 I now use a tin/lead solder with 2% silver (52/s from Warton Metals), it does have a rosin flux but this isn't very significant. What is significant is how well it flows, melting point is something like 179 degrees, I use it for everything. Not me, I still glue your resin castings on! Mike. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crantock Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 I now use a tin/lead solder with 2% silver (52/s from Warton Metals), it does have a rosin flux but this isn't very significant. What is significant is how well it flows, melting point is something like 179 degrees, I use it for everything. Mike, Please would it be possible to indulge us with a link or product number. Somewhere here I think https://www.soldersonline.co.uk/dept.aspx?id=196 By the way, taps are useful when soldering nuts to models as those less competent tend to find solder creeping into the thread. A quick clear out with a tap is easier than desoldering and restarting with a fresh nut. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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