mason Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 Looks superb mate, really impressive Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share Posted August 31, 2013 cheers guys. Well as for colours its now in a very rusty grey colour. I can only assume it was grey before. I think I will do it grey and add weathering and rust to the corners. BR may well have given it a really good spruce once kept on but then again I have seen some proper neglected used rail bridges. I think the grey will contrast nicely with th surrounding green tbh so will probably plump for that. Cav Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crisis Rail Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 (edited) Cheers Dave. Bit more done but still not finished. I will crack on. Just had a minute off to give you a further sense of scale. I can get a 47 and 7 PCAs on there! 20130829_221653.jpg Yes - very good work as far as my knowledge of Steelwork goes - have I missed the image of the prototype? How many PCA you going to run in total Cav? - luckily with Speedlink and Enterprise the rakes are interestingly mixed and easier on the bank account BTW: I have behaved - been a good boy and used monies for my fiftieth for the main Traction for the latest attempt (FO2 - Oil) - you might be impressed. Ian Edited August 31, 2013 by Crisis Rail Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crisis Rail Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 Here's the impressive bridge Steelwork for Freight Only 2 (Oil) - Coinage is for scale - quite surprised I had a 1 Pound Coin TBH. What do you think? Ian 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share Posted August 31, 2013 (edited) Hi Ian, that steelwork looks pretty good. Heres a picture showing the two viaducts at millers dale. I believe taken around 1968 after the station was closed. This was a bit further back when the station was still operational. The bridge I have built so far is the back one which will be the main through lines in my reimagining. Cav Edited August 31, 2013 by RBE 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share Posted August 31, 2013 This is a pic of it this year when I was up there last. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crisis Rail Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 (edited) Excellent - still a long way to go - it would give me sleepless nights! Credit to the original Victorian engineers and human endeavour in 1:1 scale never mind 2mm to the foot - very humbling that should never be forgotten. All that construction hardship craftsmanship and pain for short-sighted throwaway closure. Maybe when this layout is exhibited a historical tribute of sorts could do with a mention as hopefully the model will be equally as breathtaking. Excellent. "Hi Ian, that steelwork looks pretty good" This comment surely has to be tongue in cheek Cavan? Ian Edited August 31, 2013 by Crisis Rail Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share Posted August 31, 2013 Yes Ian I intend to do a little blurb giving background to the line and the thoughts behind the what if nature of the layout. I will certainly make a note of celebration to the chaps that worked and toiled to cut a frankly breathtaking line though the heart of the peak district. That alone gave the line reason to stay open but obviously the people in power who probably never even saw the line saw things through accountants eyes. The comment was a little tongue in cheek Ian but it does look the part and the layout (seeing it for the first time today) is really coming on well. I am following with interest! Cav Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Hi Cav, from the arial view I can see why you would want to model that Viaduct and Station, simply stunning scenery mate, your structure so far looks really good, I am watching with a great deal of interest but I still cant get my head around the fact that its N Gauge and with your name on it. hahaaa All the best. Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 A lovely scenic route with magical names that I had the good fortune to travel by train from Manchester Central to St.Pancras in 1960. The layout is coming on very slowly yet Millers Dale is a big project to take on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 I never had the chance to use the line as I wasnt born until after its closure. Would certainly have liked the chance though. The layout has progressed slowly but time has been a major issue against me over the past year. Im planning on a big push now though touch wood. Once I get the other bridge deck completed I can start on the stonework and track laying. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 Hi Cav, from the arial view I can see why you would want to model that Viaduct and Station, simply stunning scenery mate, your structure so far looks really good, I am watching with a great deal of interest but I still cant get my head around the fact that its N Gauge and with your name on it. hahaaa All the best. Andy Glad to have your interest Andy. N gauge isnt too new an adventure for me. Back in my last railway modelling stint in the early 90s I build several layouts in N gauge. Just getting back to my roots I guess! Cav 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted September 3, 2013 Author Share Posted September 3, 2013 (edited) Had a little parcel delivered today. The etches for the viaducts. Not bad at all even if I do say so. There are both types of balustrade and some etches to fold up to make the curved steels that support the edge of the 'box' frame viaduct. Added a 50p to show scale. Im not as flush as Ian. Just had a little go at bending one of the balustrades and even though half etched its very difficult due to the fineness of the metal and the narrowness of the part Im trying to bend. I know I need a hold and fold but I know Im not buying one so alternative ideas on a postcard please! Edited September 3, 2013 by RBE 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Kris Posted September 3, 2013 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 3, 2013 A wide nosed pair of pillars and a stiff bit of metal should work for you instead of your hold and fold. Lovely looking etch, lots of folding however. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted September 3, 2013 Author Share Posted September 3, 2013 Cheers Kris Ill see what I can dig out of my toolbox. I should be ok with the small ones that you can see (done like that as the real ones are like that but wishing Id compromised and done full lengths like the other one) as I can pop them between two bits of metal in my mini vice but the long 180mm ones are a bit long I think to do that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_long Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Pop the long pieces under a steel rule and clamp both ends to edge of a workbench and use a second rule or similar item long enough to bend in one go. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 That fret looks impressive mate, I am glad I am back to OO out of the BOX modelling, hhahaa Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted September 3, 2013 Author Share Posted September 3, 2013 I will need to clamp it between two strips of metal. Im trying to bend a 0.6mm wide lip onto the top edge of the balustrade. Oh Andrew. Where's the fun in that haha. Cav Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Revolution Ben Posted September 3, 2013 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 3, 2013 Hi Cav Depending on where the folds are, it may be better to complete some folds while the components are still on the fret, especially if you have a row of small tabs to fold up. For small N gauge bits I tend to use a cutting mat or piece of hardboard as the "base", a steel rule held firmly along the fold line, then fold up each tab or small part with the tip of a scalpel. cheers Ben A. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted September 3, 2013 Author Share Posted September 3, 2013 Tabs fold really easily. Ive tried the support pieces and they fold fine. Its the full length folds that are the issue. Clamping down to a cutting mat may well be a way to do it. Ive just managed to fold one with some tweezers but its not the smoothest fold Ive ever done so will pursue your suggestions. Heres the result with tweezers. Not bad. Just balanced on the bridge to get an idea. It will be glued with its metal leg flush on the trackside with the plastic upstand making the balustrade slightly further out than it is here. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mason Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Really impressive mate, the etchs look great and the viaduct is coming on sweetly. Not bad at all my friend Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Hello Cav, Just popped in to see how your getting on, and l am amazed at the progress you have made, the etch is brilliant, really sets the scene will pop in again. George Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornish trains jez Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Very impressive Cav. It's worth getting these parts etched for you as it will create the atmosphere you are looking for from the prototype. Good work! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ess1uk Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Epic! Superb! Can't wait to see this finished. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Very nice Cav, just catching up on your thread and what a superb job you have done on the viaducts. Whilst the Railfreight 47 and the Construction 37 do look good, I am really looking forward to seeing a Construction 60 on RMC hoppers passing over them! Excellent work as always. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now