Andrew P Posted July 26, 2020 Share Posted July 26, 2020 Looks to me like it's on it's way back via Spain, so I'm going back to being more selective about who I get near, and where I go / what I do. Having said that I ordered a cover for the Garden Bench yesterday, and then after paying for it, found out it's coming from Blackburn, so it will get well and truly sanitized when it arrives. Keep well, stay safe mate. 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted July 27, 2020 Author Share Posted July 27, 2020 Pressing on with the cab... 12 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted July 29, 2020 Author Share Posted July 29, 2020 This is the sister of 31824 and the required weathered finish l have to copy on No 31841 ? 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 1, 2020 Author Share Posted August 1, 2020 Getting on with the loco body now, not as easy as l would have liked ? 14 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Major Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 (edited) Nice work George. Is that card that you are using to protect the punched rivets in the rollers? If so, what thickness do you use? Hope to see you soon - politicians permitting. Ian. Edited August 1, 2020 by Ian Major Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 1, 2020 Author Share Posted August 1, 2020 2 hours ago, Ian Major said: Nice work George. Is that card that you are using to protect the punched rivets in the rollers? If so, what thickness do you use? Hope to see you soon - politicians permitting. Ian. Hello lan, Heljan wagon packaging about 1mm thick ideal for protecting the rivets, hows your loco coming on ? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Major Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 Thanks George. Not sure if I emailed this photo to you. The body is plonked on the chassis and the smoke box and cab roof are plonked on the body prior to painting. I ordered up some more paint. my original body colour was "dull" . I thought this referred to the shade but actually means it is a satin finish. Ian Rathbone told me that to stand a chance with lining with a bow pen the surface needs to be gloss. Doh! So I now have gloss. The "dull" will be used on eg the inside of the cab, bunker etc. I have also got hold of some blank "decal" paper to produce my own waterslide transfers. Should be good for a laugh. All part of the learning curve. My MACAW is waiting for FOX lettering. I am holding off on the order until I get the BR emblem transfers for the loco. Save on postage. Ian. 8 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 2, 2020 Author Share Posted August 2, 2020 (edited) 10 hours ago, Ian Major said: Thanks George. Not sure if I emailed this photo to you. The body is plonked on the chassis and the smoke box and cab roof are plonked on the body prior to painting. I ordered up some more paint. my original body colour was "dull" . I thought this referred to the shade but actually means it is a satin finish. Ian Rathbone told me that to stand a chance with lining with a bow pen the surface needs to be gloss. Doh! So I now have gloss. The "dull" will be used on eg the inside of the cab, bunker etc. I have also got hold of some blank "decal" paper to produce my own waterslide transfers. Should be good for a laugh. All part of the learning curve. My MACAW is waiting for FOX lettering. I am holding off on the order until I get the BR emblem transfers for the loco. Save on postage. Ian. Morning lan, That looks the bizz, do like the western tanks always look so powerful, keep the pictures coming, stay safe.. Edited August 2, 2020 by georgeT 1 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 Any new pics or updates mate? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Major Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 George, Same query from me. I find it a bit of a strain not being able to see other people's work, including yours, in the flesh. I miss the inspiration it gives. Ian. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 13, 2020 Author Share Posted August 13, 2020 Hi Guys, Things have slowed down a bit with all this heat, but l have painted the chassis on the loco / tender, as l hate having to remove the wheels when its all up and running just to paint them... 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Major Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 Hello George, Great to see progress. I am finding the high humidity is causing problems with painting. Can't win! Ian. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 14, 2020 Author Share Posted August 14, 2020 On 02/08/2020 at 08:24, georgeT said: Morning lan, That looks the bizz, do like the western tanks always look so powerful, keep the pictures coming, stay safe.. You will have your work cut out there Ian, hand lining with many hundreds of rivets, good luck, watching with interest... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 14, 2020 Author Share Posted August 14, 2020 What a lovely day for some out door painting... 7 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Major Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 That's looking very tasty George. What do you use for the primer? I have been using Halford's grey primer from a rattle can. I find it produces a very slightly gritty feel. I am trying to decide if I am being over sensitive. What is your experience? Ian. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 14, 2020 Author Share Posted August 14, 2020 1 hour ago, Ian Major said: That's looking very tasty George. What do you use for the primer? I have been using Halford's grey primer from a rattle can. I find it produces a very slightly gritty feel. I am trying to decide if I am being over sensitive. What is your experience? Ian. That's just what l use lan, have done for years, fits the bill very well.. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 (edited) 9 hours ago, georgeT said: That's just what l use lan, have done for years, fits the bill very well.. I well remember all the 00 Resprays you did for me and many others when we lived down Souf. Your Lima Resprays were better than the Factory finishes, and always looked the right colour as well. Edited August 15, 2020 by Andrew P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 15, 2020 Author Share Posted August 15, 2020 7 hours ago, Andrew P said: I well remember all the 00 Resprays you did for me and many others when we lived down Suf. Your Lima Resprays were better than the Factory finishes, and always looked the right colour as well. Thanks for the kind words Andy much appreciated, we sure went through a few models in those days, so many layouts, and l have lost count of the hundreds of shows we attended and lasted all day walking around, now an hour and lm ready for home hahaha...... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY NORWOOD Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 That is looking fantastic George. I us Halfords gray eched primer 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 15, 2020 Author Share Posted August 15, 2020 58 minutes ago, RAY NORWOOD said: That is looking fantastic George. I us Halfords gray eched primer lovely stuff Ray, OO or O dries quick and looks good every time... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Brinkly Posted August 15, 2020 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 15, 2020 I've really enjoyed catching up with your thread, George. Cracking stuff as always. Best wishes, Nick. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 15, 2020 Author Share Posted August 15, 2020 1 hour ago, Brinkly said: I've really enjoyed catching up with your thread, George. Cracking stuff as always. Best wishes, Nick. Thanks very much Nick, Welcome aboard... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold mudmagnet Posted August 15, 2020 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 15, 2020 Looks stunning George! Halfords grey primer works a treat in my experience. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted August 15, 2020 Author Share Posted August 15, 2020 3 hours ago, mudmagnet said: Looks stunning George! Halfords grey primer works a treat in my experience. The red primer is great too.. 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PeterBB Posted August 15, 2020 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 15, 2020 Looks like my next primer will be Halfords! Have been having a bit of a time with grey primers so thanks al of you. Peter 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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