TheLaird Posted April 9, 2017 Author Share Posted April 9, 2017 Whilst everyone has been sunning themselves, guess what I've been doing:- My prototype Block Instrument. Obviously no electrics yet. Comments? 17 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted April 9, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 9, 2017 Whilst everyone has been sunning themselves, guess what I've been doing:- IMG_0600.jpg My prototype Block Instrument. Obviously no electrics yet. Comments? That's rather nice - and presumably the design also allows for a version with 'Up line' at the bottom and 'down Line' at the top? Now the $64,000 question - moving needles or LEDs? (I think I can guess the answer but you never know ). 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted April 9, 2017 Share Posted April 9, 2017 That's rather nice - and presumably the design also allows for a version with 'Up line' at the bottom and 'down Line' at the top? Now the $64,000 question - moving needles or LEDs? (I think I can guess the answer but you never know ). I know the answer, and I was surprised! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free At Last Posted April 9, 2017 Share Posted April 9, 2017 That's given me an idea for these two old bar fittings. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold farren Posted April 10, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 10, 2017 (edited) Very nice, but how the devil are you going to fit them into one of your signal boxes! never mind read it. Edited April 10, 2017 by farren Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted April 11, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 11, 2017 I know the answer, and I was surprised! Ah - so it might indeed be moving needles if it came as a surprise. Be interesting to see how it's done nowadays compared with the old trick of using an ex-motor vehicle ammeter. (I could never get that one to work so used real block instruments instead) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 (edited) Ah - so it might indeed be moving needles if it came as a surprise. Be interesting to see how it's done nowadays compared with the old trick of using an ex-motor vehicle ammeter. (I could never get that one to work so used real block instruments instead)I'm sure John won't mind me saying, but it's LEDs I saw the 'first off' yesterday, if you look at the pics earlier the holes can be seen. Edited April 11, 2017 by leopardml2341 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold martin_wynne Posted April 11, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 11, 2017 Be interesting to see how it's done nowadays compared with the old trick of using an ex-motor vehicle ammeter. (I could never get that one to work so used real block instruments instead) Linked from: http://www.hornbyguide.com/article_images/article1_1.jpg http://www.hornbyguide.com 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted April 11, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 11, 2017 I'm sure John won't mind me saying, but it's LEDs I saw the 'first off' yesterday, if you look at the pics earlier the holes can be seen. Having seen the 'holes' that was why I expected 'a surprise' might have meant something different Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post TheLaird Posted April 22, 2017 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 22, 2017 The South Fiddle Yard is sufficiently complete to commence testing - Happy Days. 26 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jub45565 Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Where's the dribble icon! I pleasing plethora of Peaks :-) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Worsdell forever Posted April 22, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 22, 2017 Where's the dribble icon! I pleasing plethora of Peaks :-) I was thinking it must be all down hill from now on. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
danstercivicman Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 SFY 22-04-17.jpg The South Fiddle Yard is sufficiently complete to commence testing - Happy Days. Awesome! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLaird Posted April 27, 2017 Author Share Posted April 27, 2017 A bit of a change from wiring and trackwork this week 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Ray H Posted April 27, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 27, 2017 This whole layout is just awesome and easily surpasses your previous layout (which was equally awesome) that I still consider to be one of the best that RMweb has brought to such a large audience. I can't wait to see the new one develop further, especially the operating side. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrowroad Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 A bit of a change from wiring and trackwork this week IMG_0606.jpg IMG_0604.jpg IMG_0607.jpg IMG_0608.jpg Like the use of laser cut mdf for the block instrument and bells. Your layout is very impressive. Can I where you obtained the brass latch in the last photo as so far I've only managed to find a less robust variety. Robin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLaird Posted April 27, 2017 Author Share Posted April 27, 2017 Like the use of laser cut mdf for the block instrument and bells. Your layout is very impressive. Can I where you obtained the brass latch in the last photo as so far I've only managed to find a less robust variety. Robin Over centre catches were bought on Ebay Robin, some time ago so can't remember details but I'm sure a search will produce some. They have proved to be very reliable. Regards John E. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 (edited) Still thinking about the traversers Edited April 27, 2017 by leopardml2341 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian_H Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 A bit of a change from wiring and trackwork this week IMG_0606.jpg Hi John, May I ask, how did you draw the signalling box diagram? Was is freehand or perhaps a specific software package? I seem to remember that you did something similar for Bradfield Gloucester Square. Thanks Ian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLaird Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share Posted May 5, 2017 Hi John, May I ask, how did you draw the signalling box diagram? Was is freehand or perhaps a specific software package? I seem to remember that you did something similar for Bradfield Gloucester Square. Thanks Ian Ian, apologies for delay in reply but been away on hols. You are right about doing something similar for Bradfield. I use a 2D drawing program called Autosketch but you could use any, its just that I have been using it for years and am reluctant to go through the pain barrier of learning something new. I print out on A3 photo paper. Regards John E. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLaird Posted May 31, 2017 Author Share Posted May 31, 2017 South Fiddle Yard now complete including the second ADM turntable. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLaird Posted May 31, 2017 Author Share Posted May 31, 2017 Attention now turns to the Fiddle Yard that represents City South. 14 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted June 1, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 1, 2017 A bit of a change from wiring and trackwork this week IMG_0606.jpg IMG_0604.jpg IMG_0607.jpg IMG_0608.jpg Oooh, that'll sort the (Signal)men from the boys Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Oooh, that'll sort the (Signal)men from the boys It's not as difficult as it appears....... Or I've been lucky! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold farren Posted June 1, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 1, 2017 Sorry if you've already discussed this and I've missed it. What couplings are you using, and what plans havr you for uncoupling? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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