firefly9 Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 looking superb Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d winpenny Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Looking great David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancer1027 Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 Very impressive Simon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kal Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 Hi Cool Regards Kal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hybridangel77 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 the crane looks fantastic so far.cant wait to see it when its done and painted. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 Hi, Thanks for all the comments everyone. Came to a grinding halt with the build as I ran out of Plastic Weld, fortunately, my local model shop in Northwich had plenty in stock when I was able to call in. With the majority of the main structural work complete, I have started to work on some of the detail. I have recently added the side doors to the equipment case on the crane along with a slot for the sight glass (fuel gauge?). Also started to add detail for the running gear, some of the dampers have been added. Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly9 Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 really, really good pal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted January 24, 2013 Author Share Posted January 24, 2013 Evening everyone, A bit more detail been added tonight, slow process but I am enjoying it which is the main thing! The hand wheels are not strictly correct, I have used some 51L ones which I had in, however will try and source some more suitable ones. Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin parks Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 That crane is looking really good Simon! I have been watching with interest as it has literally risen from the cutting mat. All the best, Colin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 When my mate Paul built the one for farkham all the trunking on the sole bar was made up of brass wire, since I found a lot hobby and art shops sell copper wire on a roll which is easier to use, wonder if that would come in handy wire get that stage Look really smart nice see another one being built Cheers Roomey Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Hi Simon, I look forward to seeing the crane and breakdown train finished. Your crane is really coming together now, I can see why you are enjoying this project. Any chance you could make one for my depot?!!! Oh a 7mm Grid, lovely! What livery are you planning to model her in? Large Logo? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted January 25, 2013 Author Share Posted January 25, 2013 That crane is looking really good Simon! I have been watching with interest as it has literally risen from the cutting mat. All the best, Colin Hi Colin, Thanks for your comments, although I have not posted much prior to January, I have watched your EMU builds and they are superb, and will be watching your 4 COR build closely. Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted January 25, 2013 Author Share Posted January 25, 2013 When my mate Paul built the one for farkham all the trunking on the sole bar was made up of brass wire, since I found a lot hobby and art shops sell copper wire on a roll which is easier to use, wonder if that would come in handy wire get that stage Look really smart nice see another one being built Cheers Roomey Hi Roomey, Thanks for your comments,I have seen the crane on Farkham and it is superb, its the model which made me decide to make a start on my own. Yes got some of the copper wire you refer to and it is easier to use, going to look at using it to form the primary springs for the suspension wrapped around plastic rod. Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted January 25, 2013 Author Share Posted January 25, 2013 Hi Simon, I look forward to seeing the crane and breakdown train finished. Your crane is really coming together now, I can see why you are enjoying this project. Any chance you could make one for my depot?!!! Oh a 7mm Grid, lovely! What livery are you planning to model her in? Large Logo? Hi Grimely, Thanks for the comments, I am planning to build a few more at some point, may even do the Network Rail version (basically redesigned cab and a few other mods). The 7mm Grid is part built in my garage and I really must finish it, I was thinking of doing it as 56093 Large Logo Blue with white window surrounds and weathered, but then thought about 56099 Fidlers Ferry, by the time its finished it may end up in Original Railfreight Grey. Cheers simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Hi Simon, Nice choice of 093, I remember seeing it pass through Doncaster light engine in February 1988. It must have been on a driver training run as both cabs were packed full of BR staff! If I recall correctly it had a dent at one end? I like the way you say that you plan to build a few more cranes. You really must enjoy scratch building cranes! Having not studied cranes and breakdown trains, did BR depots all have the same or similar cranes? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted January 25, 2013 Author Share Posted January 25, 2013 Hi Simon, Nice choice of 093, I remember seeing it pass through Doncaster light engine in February 1988. It must have been on a driver training run as both cabs were packed full of BR staff! If I recall correctly it had a dent at one end? I like the way you say that you plan to build a few more cranes. You really must enjoy scratch building cranes! Having not studied cranes and breakdown trains, did BR depots all have the same or similar cranes? Hi Grimley, Yes your right, 56093 did have a dent in one end, I was going to model it without the dent, however like I say, my decision on livery will probably change right upto the point of applying primer. There were only 6 of these telescopic jib cranes built for BR around 1977. The rest of the depots had various types of fixed jib cranes. I am planning at somepoint on starting a twin jib P-Way crane aswell. Something like this http://www.flickr.com/photos/banburybob/8137641584/ but in a propery livery..... BR Yellow Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted January 28, 2013 Author Share Posted January 28, 2013 Hi everyone, Just a small update. As I had decided to base the crane on a small diorama, with the outriggers deployed, I have made a start on adding the detail to these. When the crane is coupled up to its runners, this detail cannot be seen. There are still a few items to add to the left outrigger and the right one needs to be started. This needs to be repeated at the other end of the crane aswell. Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Hi Simon, that will be another nice project the twin jib crane! I am looking forward to seeing your diorama, do you have any plans for what the crane will be preparing to lift? What about a few derailed HAAs? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d winpenny Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Looking superb, david Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted January 28, 2013 Author Share Posted January 28, 2013 Hi Grimley, I am thinking along the lines of something like this to be honest. http://www.wiganworld.co.uk/album/photo.php?opt=3&id=5219&gallery=Railways&offset=100 However this did cross my mind, class 40 engine repairs http://www.wiganworld.co.uk/album/photo.php?opt=3&id=5686&gallery=Railways&offset=120 Derailed HAA's? This would be good to do, need abit of space and alot of broken HAA's and some OHL http://www.wiganworld.co.uk/album/photo.php?opt=3&id=6293&gallery=Railways&offset=140 All photos from the Wigan World website, railways section and all above at Springs Branch. Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly9 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Simon. I had a spreader beam made by a company that specialises in model crane stuff if you're interested. great quality. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted January 29, 2013 Author Share Posted January 29, 2013 Simon. I had a spreader beam made by a company that specialises in model crane stuff if you're interested. great quality. Hi Richard, Is that the beam which sits on one of the runner wagons? I have made a couple up already, although I only need the one for the moment, the second one can be used on the next crane. Thanks for the offer though! Out of interest, what is the company you refer to for the crane stuff? Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly9 Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 i'll find their name. I contacted them through ebay as they sell bits they make on there. usually in 0 gauge i think. I sent them a pic of the spreader beam and asked if they could make me one and they obliged. i'll dig the name out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted February 5, 2013 Author Share Posted February 5, 2013 Hi everyone, Small update again, due to other commitments progress is still slower than I would like, however, managed to complete the majority of the L/H & R/H outrigger and also fit the auxillary winch, this is the grey drum at the front of the crane body. This is a modified part again from the Dapol 15 tone crane kit. Once outriggers are complete, need to look at making the axlebox and suspension parts. Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted February 6, 2013 Author Share Posted February 6, 2013 Evening all, Tonights progress, made a start on the running gear for the crane. The chassis is effectively made up using Bill Bedford Pedestal suspension units. The centre 2 are soldered to some 20 thou brass sheet, the outer axles are mounted on studs to premit movement for curves. Although its planned for a diorama, its better to do this now rather than trying to modify it latter, if I changed my mind. Also started on the primary springs which sit either side of the axle box. These are made from evergreen rod and copper wire. Only 30 more to do! Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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