Shed Posted May 15, 2013 Share Posted May 15, 2013 great layout Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alcanman Posted May 25, 2013 Author Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thanks guys. I've finally tracked down a reasonably priced Bachmann Seacow on ebay, so now I can match my earlier prototype pic with 3 ballast hoppers. A little earlier, the driver of 25276 had just finished his lunch, and judging by the colour of his face, must have eaten a 1980s British Rail pie! Mal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Good stuff, Mal! You know the other day I dreamed of BR Blue and Yellow big GE locos hauling Double-Stacks - must have been the Abbott's I had drunk! Now, there's an idea........ Best, Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alcanman Posted May 27, 2013 Author Share Posted May 27, 2013 Thanks Pete. It's nice to know that you can get some decent ale in Gotham City. Sorry, I can't quite manage to fulfil your dream, but how about a nice BR Blue and Yellow EE loco. A few days later 37408 turned up at Glasgow QS looking a tad grubbier! Mal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 That'll do! You need to touch up those "trumpets" though! All the best, Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indomitable026 Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 Thanks Pete. It's nice to know that you can get some decent ale in Gotham City. Sorry, I can't quite manage to fulfil your dream, but how about a nice BR Blue and Yellow EE loco. 37408 at Sprinburn 002.JPG 37408 at Springurn 2 003.JPG A few days later 37408 turned up at Glasgow QS looking a tad grubbier! 37408 at Glasgow QS.jpg 37408 at Glasgow QS (2).jpg Mal Just love those pic's of 408 at Glasgow! That's what it's all about... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alcanman Posted May 29, 2013 Author Share Posted May 29, 2013 Thanks. 37408 'Loch Rannoch' is a replacement for Railfreight 37693 which has returned to South Wales (my brother's loft layout). I was pleasantly surprised when I discovered that 37408, which was of the original Bachmann 37/4s, was fitted with an 8 pin dcc socket. Unlike many RMwebbers who seem to be able to fill their TMD layouts with dozens of locos, Springburn Yard has an acute motive power shortage, so 37408 is welcome addition. Hopefully, more locos will be coming along in the near future. Meantime, 25276 continues to provide regular power on ballast trains. Mal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
uglykidjoe Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 Thanks. 37408 'Loch Rannoch' is a replacement for Railfreight 37693 which has returned to South Wales (my brother's loft layout). I was pleasantly surprised when I discovered that 37408, which was of the original Bachmann 37/4s, was fitted with an 8 pin dcc socket. Unlike many RMwebbers who seem to be able to fill their TMD layouts with dozens of locos, Springburn Yard has an acute motive power shortage, so 37408 is welcome addition. Hopefully, more locos will be coming along in the near future. Meantime, 25276 continues to provide regular power on ballast trains. Engineers ballast train at Springburn Yard.jpg Engineers ballast train at Springurn Yard (2).jpg Mal Since I have started fitting sound chips to my locos the number I have is much reduced, it's not only the money but some how I don't need as many, they're more like assets that have to work for a living rather than all the Lima boxes I used to have. Perhaps it's because they can stay in view on the layout longer too, even when standing there they are entertaining with their tickover and random noises Steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alcanman Posted July 31, 2013 Author Share Posted July 31, 2013 At long last Springburn Yard has a new loco! 20128 has arrived and is fitted with superb 'Legomanbiffo' custom sound. The factory weathering isn't too bad either, just needs the bogies weathering and details added. Here's a couple of pics of real Scottish 20s at Motherwell on 11th Sept 1982. Note the unusual light grey roof on 20122. Mal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alcanman Posted August 8, 2013 Author Share Posted August 8, 2013 For those who like videos, here's 20128 in action on Springburn Yard featuring 'Legomanbiffo' sound. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYjMjqCPuDs&feature=c4-overview&list=UUBRJkqxcAgVProgmb0YmaJQ Enjoy! Mal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBM37404 Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Like it, very 80s Scottish feel! Maybe I will gain a 20 (Or 2) as the sounds are spot on! John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed a/c Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Sounds great !! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Gilbert Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Excellent Mal, But it might need a few more palm trees for my liking I love the whole feel of it, I'm sitting here in Orlando trying to come up with a new idea and i think this could be it.. for Florida not Glasgow that is.... Keep up the brilliant work and keep posting the videos Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alcanman Posted August 15, 2013 Author Share Posted August 15, 2013 Thanks Chris. I'm so envious that you're out there in the Sunshine State. Funnily enough, I'm also trying to think up new ideas for a layout and one of them is similar to your 'Alaska/Florida City'. Moving Springburn Yard a few thousand miles away! North Haston is inspirational has also given me some ideas too. cheers, Mal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Hi Mal, just had a read through and this looks really good, I have seen what was Ting tong several times and I still can't get that name out of my head, ahhaaaa. You plan looks superb and some really good scenic treatments. Well done. :locomotive: :locomotive: :locomotive: Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poe Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Great news! Springburn Yard has been allocated it's own yard shunter. Today 08661 arrived As there is no run around at Springburn, 08661 will enable train locos to be released assisting train reversals. 08661 at Springburn Yard 001.JPG As has been well documented on RMWeb, the Hornby 08 has superb detailing and smooth operation at low speeds, perfect for shunting. If fact, at step 1 (of 128) movement is barely noticable. However, I did have some doubts regarding the factory fitted sound after reading comments in 'DCC Sound'. I have to agree that the sound doesn't match the performance of the loco. The sound is pre-set at maximum and is rather raucous to say the least. I've turned the volume down to less that half which seems to make the sound 'cleaner'. I'm afraid sound has become rather addictive, so no more silent diesels for me. However I do I prefer operating only 1, or max 2 sound locos on the layout otherwise it becomes a cacophony of sound. 08661 shunting Springburn Yard 007.JPG 08661 shunting Springburn Yard 005.JPG Mal I have this loco (the Hornby dcc sound one) and am a bit worried about its accuracy as it has round buffers arent the buffers supposed to be oval? also theres 3 rear lights and not two as shown on a picture of the real train. Can someone confirm what ive said is true, cheers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mason Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Just caught this thread and its stunning ticks every box for me and total inspiration for my layout Great work Mal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crisis Rail Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Just caught this thread and its stunning ticks every box for me and total inspiration for my layout Great work Mal Yes - a good one especially with your Rat "fetish" Neil similar to Ringburn yard. Ian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
60091 Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 I remember seeing this layout a few months ago ,being impressed, and reading all the posts. It must have disappeared for a while,(or I've missed it!)so today I've enjoyed re-reading the four pages and catching up. Nice work weathering the locos. Also interesting to hear how you've become addicted to sound fitted locos. I'm cautious about bringing anything too complicated into my modelling, but I've been impressed by what I've seen - and heard - at exhibitions. The photo backscene of the factory buildings also fits the layout perfectly and looks really good. Cheers Alan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shed Posted December 18, 2014 Share Posted December 18, 2014 this layout still around? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alcanman Posted December 18, 2014 Author Share Posted December 18, 2014 this layout still around? The layout no longer exists. My current layout is 'Furnace Way Sidings' Mal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mason Posted December 19, 2014 Share Posted December 19, 2014 The layout no longer exists. My current layout is 'Furnace Way Sidings' Mal Ah i didnt know the layout didnt exist anymore Mal, must have missed that one Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shed Posted December 19, 2014 Share Posted December 19, 2014 The layout no longer exists. My current layout is 'Furnace Way Sidings' Mal that's a shame, it was great. i also like Furnace Way though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 I've been here before, and at a show, see post #91, and its so so good, shame it's gone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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