CUTLER2579 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Derek, I totally agree. All decent folk in Grantham. I've had a look through the photo collection, but I've not spotted Whitewashed Coal Stacks. Perhaps Grantham's Railway Policeman were much more on the Ball unlike other depots Paul 4475 The local Plod Officer on the High Dyke branch could be relied on to turn a blind eye to a wee bit of poaching by the offer of a brace of pheasants I know this from the experiences of a Guard supplementing his meagre income from the Railways with a wee bit of unlawful activity,no other than my Late uncle, George Aubrey Betts who I often accompanied on this scary activity, for a ten year old . 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classsix T Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Hmm, the Grocer's Daughter obviously lost her "decency” upon moving to Finchley. I'll say no more... C6T. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LNER4479 Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 (edited) Time for an update on the coaling stage. Last time we saw it, it was just a basic plywood shell. Now, I'm covering it with shaped pieces of my favourite 1mm card to create the relief on the main outer wall and the precise shape of the window / door openings. Following that, we can start to fill the recesses thus formed with brick plasticard. This time I'm using Slaters (english bond) This cut out took me about an hour. There were three similar pieces to do. Meanwhile, down at the depot, time to focus on the ramp up to the stage for the coal wagons. Here it is, being weighed up for size, following the recent trackwork alterations. A few hours carpentry later - quite pleased with how this turned out. Like the stage itself, this (approach ramp) will be removeable (not least because it crosses a baseboard joint. And now in position, awaiting track being fixed down (since been done). And here's how the stage currently looks, with added chimney columns (well, as of a few nights ago - the brick coverings have since been added to the chimney columns). I figured (from the photos on the Return to Grantham site) that the base is in effect a series of arches (a short, low viaduct in effect!), with the arches bricked in to create rooms, etc. Hence the extended arch shapes above the windows and doors. More soon - it's all happening quite quick now as the show deadline approaches! Edited August 11, 2015 by LNER4479 17 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTLER2579 Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 32 Days and counting, but no pressure Guys. The Honest Jester. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LNER4479 Posted August 11, 2015 Author Share Posted August 11, 2015 Oh - I hadn't noticed... (Yeah ... right! ) Much skin n hair flying, midnight oil being consumed but generally following a plan (of sorts) which may or may not come together on the day... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornish trains jez Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Time for an update on the coaling stage. IMG_5012.JPG Last time we saw it, it was just a basic plywood shell. Now, I'm covering it with shaped pieces of my favourite 1mm card to create the relief on the main outer wall and the precise shape of the window / door openings. IMG_5015.JPG Following that, we can start to fill the recesses thus formed with brick plasticard. This time I'm using Slaters (english bond) IMG_5033.JPG This cut out took me about an hour. There were three similar pieces to do. IMG_5064.JPG Meanwhile, down at the depot, time to focus on the ramp up to the stage for the coal wagons. Here it is, being weighed up for size, following the recent trackwork alterations. IMG_5067.JPG A few hours carpentry later - quite pleased with how this turned out. Like the stage itself, this (approach ramp) will be removeable (not least because it crosses a baseboard joint. IMG_5068.JPG And now in position, awaiting track being fixed down (since been done). IMG_5069.JPG And here's how the stage currently looks, with added chimney columns (well, as of a few nights ago - the brick coverings have since been added to the chimney columns). I figured (from the photos on the Return to Grantham site) that the base is in effect a series of arches (a short, low viaduct in effect!), with the arches bricked in to create rooms, etc. Hence the extended arch shapes above the windows and doors. More soon - it's all happening quite quick now as the show deadline approaches! Looks really good mate. Takes ages to cut out all those arches and window apertures but well worth the effort. I must get on and finish mine at some stage. Looking forward to seeing it on the layout. Best regards, Jeremy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Market65 Posted August 11, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 11, 2015 The coaling stage and approach ramp are looking very good, and will be a fine addition to the layout. Interesting to read about the arches over the doors and windows on the coaling stage. A fascinating history there. With regards, Market65. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Barry O Posted August 11, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 11, 2015 Only 4 more point motors to wire strangle and a bit of ballasting - no worries on having a plan! as Corporal Jones used to say "don't panic!" Baz Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LNER4479 Posted August 12, 2015 Author Share Posted August 12, 2015 Did I forget to mention the three wagons that need three-linking...? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Barry O Posted August 12, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 12, 2015 Err yes! But never fear! It will be done. Baz Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
61070 Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 I've just seen this, recently posted on the Grantham Matters website - replacement of Barrowby Road bridge (main line section) in 1955 in photos: http://www.granthammatters.co.uk/see-it-can-be-done-grantham-railway-bridge-replaced-in-30-hours/ If you need to expedite construction maybe those lads could lend a hand? ps it's odd that they should refer to trains stopping at Nottingham - it looks like the Nottingham branch remains in use. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LNER4479 Posted August 12, 2015 Author Share Posted August 12, 2015 (edited) Look everybody... Model matey-peeps!! Good, aren't they? I can say that because I didn't do these - all the work of Tom Dewdney of the Ormesby club, to whom my grateful thanks. Look out for more of them popping up around the layout over the next few weeks Edited August 12, 2015 by LNER4479 17 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Fox 34F Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 I've just seen this, recently posted on the Grantham Matters website - replacement of Barrowby Road bridge (main line section) in 1955 in photos: http://www.granthammatters.co.uk/see-it-can-be-done-grantham-railway-bridge-replaced-in-30-hours/ If you need to expedite construction maybe those lads could lend a hand? ps it's odd that they should refer to trains stopping at Nottingham - it looks like the Nottingham branch remains in use. A very entertaining set of pictures. The Nottingham lines are definitely not affected. The bridge deck on the ECML lines was last renewed in the mid to late Eighties, just prior to electrification. Being a regular visitor to the bridge, courtesy of the antics of certain drivers of large vehicles, the girders under the Nottingham line may date back to the widen between Barrowby Road and Grantham North Junction. Also as the two renewals are about 30 years apart, that may mean another renewal is due. There are issues with the modern deck, which will need to be resolved at some point. No doubt it will take longer than 30 hours! Paul 4475 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mike Bellamy Posted August 13, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 13, 2015 What an amazing set of photos - not a hard hat or hi-viz in sight - obviously some ex-military men there still wearing their army berets and greatcoats - and doesn't it look cold in that snow . . . . . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTLER2579 Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 (edited) Paul, I begin to wonder if you have a vested interest in the number of bridge strikes by lorries in Grantham !! It must keep you in employment 50% of the time.Was there another hit on Barrowby bridge yesterday PM or just blown out lorry tyre's on the Iron Guards -- possibly sponsored by local Tyre company's. Still it gave the Boy's in Blue some worthwhile Traffic Control practice Mind you after 8 months LCC still have not replaced the damaged railings.They are of course hard to source !!! Funny that . Think it should be SAUCE as they have got that for expecting us residents to believe their b-llsh-t. Good luck to the team on the 11th, 12th &13th.My advice leave the Southbound A1 at the A607 Junction and use Harlaxton Road to the school, thereby avoiding the 3 Bridges that Paul so Loves -- The Double Bubble factor in his life. Regards,Derek. Edited August 15, 2015 by CUTLER2579 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mike Bellamy Posted August 13, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 13, 2015 (edited) My advice leave the A1 at the A607 Junction and use Harlaxton Road to the school, therby avoiding the 3 Bridges that Paul so Loves Seconded that advice from Derek - the School is only a few hundred yards from the A1 - only those travelling from the East would need to go under Springfield Road but you would still avoid the town centre - especially as Saturday is Market Day and Watergate Westgate will be closed. https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@52.8986147,-0.6562366,16z?hl=en EDIT - got my Westgate and Watergate mixed up - but it is nearly 40 years since I moved away !! . Edited August 13, 2015 by Mike Bellamy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Fox 34F Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 Derek, To be honest, the bridges are the main reason for me and my colleagues being based at Grantham. I no longer count how many strikes I have attended. There was no report of one yesterday, so I suspect a HGV had its tyres blown out on the metal lumps! No doubt I have jinxed myself for later!!!! Paul 4475 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Barry O Posted August 14, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 14, 2015 So if you have 2 point motors each with 2 wires to be connected to a switch for each point motor why did I manage to get 1 wire of the 4 on the right terminal of the right switch? Never mind Baz won in the end - peace reigns over south yard! Baz Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post LNER4479 Posted August 16, 2015 Author Popular Post Share Posted August 16, 2015 (edited) So, what's next? One of the things that's been an eyesore for too long is the northern end of platform 2, including the east bay (platform 1). Seen in an earlier view here, it has - unbelievably - been in this incomplete state for five years! Well, no longer... The basis of construction is a base of hardboard (rough side up) with 12mmsq battening affixed to form the sides. A final piece needed to be attached. A layer of 1mm card is then glued on top, partly to raise the height slightly but also to provide a smooth base for the main platform surface. Talking of which, here is the platform material. A sheet of 1/16 bass wood (lovely stuff - available from Hobbycraft, amongst other places). As per usual technique, stock with the largest overhangs is used to ensure that we end up with adequate clearances. Platform top all but done. Already starting to look a little more like it. As designed, the platform edge overlaps the sides by 4mm (a scale foot). In between the two is a strip of 1/16"sq bass wood, representing the stepped out brick supports at the top of the sides. Metcalfe brick sheet is now used to provide the finished effect of the sides. A 2mm strip (two brick courses) is applied to the 'stepped out' piece. From all conceivable viewing angles this should provide the desired effect. Done! Well, the brickwork, that is. Temporarily back in position for the camera, the positioned 6-wheel coach shows the final platform height we're aiming for. In contrast with the contemporary railway, late nineteenth / earlier twentieth century platform heights were somewhat lower that we're used to today and Grantham was no exception. More Metcalfe product is used for the platform surfaces. Grantham's platforms were largely flagged back in the day. Whereas I can live with a totally flat look to the brickwork, when it comes to the paving slabs, I score the joins lightly with the blunt end of a screwdriver. Adds a bit of time but I think the improvement in look is worth it. The lateral 'joins' ahead of my hand have already been done - you may just be able to make out the indentations. Definitely done now. That's better. At last, we can take pictures of the north end without either wincing at the unfinished platform or trying to hide it. Losing no time at all, the cameraman was straight down there to try out some new views: This second picture is an attempt to recreate a favourite picture of mine to be found in the 'Gresley Anthology' book. These pics also show up the leap forward in look at the north end thanks to some sterling ballasting efforts by Barry in his recent visits. My grateful thanks. Now - I wonder if I can do something about that canopy mock-up... Edited August 16, 2015 by LNER4479 24 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Market65 Posted August 16, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 16, 2015 Great work on the platform, it has indeed transformed the north end of the station. The ballasting looks good, and together with the platform, these things really help the overall look of that area of the layout. You can photo' it with confidence! With regards, Market65. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garethp8873 Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Mac & traction engine 1.JPG Mac & traction engine 2.JPG A fine looking wagon. Is this the Dapol kit by chance? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Barry O Posted August 16, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 16, 2015 the ballasting makes up for the misguided wire strangling! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
61070 Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Your platform work reminded me of the following feature I found a few weeks back on the retirement, in spring 1938, of Charles J Cooke, who's an important man for your period because, as I expect you will already know, he was the Station Master at Grantham during most of 'The Streamliner Years'. Towards the end he has something to say about current and forthcoming alterations to the down platform. Maybe the photo will be of service to your people person? ps There's a mistake in there which I expect is down to a journalist not knowing their local railway geography (nothing changes!). 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr.king Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 A fine looking wagon. Is this the Dapol kit by chance? It is the Dapol kit. Although the kit is meant to represent the BR Lowmac it's design is within a gnat's of the ex GER wagon classified Mac K by the LNER. I also have a "correct" model of the Mac K built from the one-time D & S etched brass kit. It isn't easy to see the differences until they are put side by side. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garethp8873 Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 It is the Dapol kit. Although the kit is meant to represent the BR Lowmac it's design is within a gnat's of the ex GER wagon classified Mac K by the LNER. I also have a "correct" model of the Mac K built from the one-time D & S etched brass kit. It isn't easy to see the differences until they are put side by side. Do you have anymore photos of the wagon please? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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