Thebigshot Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 Hi Guys Something to add a 20.5 ton mineral wagon to complement the 16t that's already been done Thanks Alan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold tomparryharry Posted September 4, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 4, 2017 slightly smaller, say a 16" Hunslet. Or, a big Barclay 18" side tank. I'd guess here are many that could be scanned or measured. If Dave wants to make a serious model, it could be a fully working 'Rivet Counter Detector Van'. It would glow bright green, when a knowledgeable person would indicate that Firestone only made that model in 1964, and it should be on crossply tyres.... Oh! The fun! The drama! Ian 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr chapman Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 As a serious proposal I would suggest the LBSC E2 as a money maker. As a small tank engine it would be suitable for anything from the smallest micro layout as a shunter to the largest layout as a station pilot. Some were also fitted with extended tanks to give detail differences for multiple models and purchaces. The model could be produced in a range of liveries from pre grouping to BR black. Models can be produced in N to O to maximise the use of the research and CAD and save a bit of money at your end. N gauge. No regular size 0-6-0 available and would be an ideal companion to the Dapol terrier. A simple 0-6-0 chassis with a body big enough for a DCC socket. Again no DCC ready southern 0-6-0 tank engine available. In the event the Bachmann E4 was shrunk this would also contribute to interest and sales. A southern tank engine is needed and would do well. Multiple liveries available 00 gauge. Again no southern 0-6-0 to modern standards. A multitude of southern models to compliment it including LBSC specific models. An ideal companion for the E4 and the H2. Room in the body for the latest DCC sockets and sound options. Pre grouping liveries available to match existing models increasing the range of potential sales. O gauge. A small 0-6-0 locomotive to compliment the Dapol terrier currently available. O gauge rtr seems to be on the up and a small tank engine would fit the micro layouts or more extensive club layouts. A range of suitable rtr wagons available. Plenty of room for DCC sockets, sound, heavy chassis and lighting effects. Pre grouping liveries available for the larger core of modellers of this era in O due to the shorter length of coaches. If priced competitively impulse buys could be forthcoming. That's were I'd put my money anyway Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBAGE Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 It's a pity we haven't got a box shifting model shop in the North East. The likes of Rails or Hatton's. If we did they would certainly have commissioned a 4mm J27 by now. Can't believe there isn't one out there already. Bob 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
9402 Fredrick Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 As a serious proposal I would suggest the LBSC E2 as a money maker. As a small tank engine it would be suitable for anything from the smallest micro layout as a shunter to the largest layout as a station pilot. Some were also fitted with extended tanks to give detail differences for multiple models and purchaces. The model could be produced in a range of liveries from pre grouping to BR black. Models can be produced in N to O to maximise the use of the research and CAD and save a bit of money at your end. N gauge. No regular size 0-6-0 available and would be an ideal companion to the Dapol terrier. A simple 0-6-0 chassis with a body big enough for a DCC socket. Again no DCC ready southern 0-6-0 tank engine available. In the event the Bachmann E4 was shrunk this would also contribute to interest and sales. A southern tank engine is needed and would do well. Multiple liveries available 00 gauge. Again no southern 0-6-0 to modern standards. A multitude of southern models to compliment it including LBSC specific models. An ideal companion for the E4 and the H2. Room in the body for the latest DCC sockets and sound options. Pre grouping liveries available to match existing models increasing the range of potential sales. O gauge. A small 0-6-0 locomotive to compliment the Dapol terrier currently available. O gauge rtr seems to be on the up and a small tank engine would fit the micro layouts or more extensive club layouts. A range of suitable rtr wagons available. Plenty of room for DCC sockets, sound, heavy chassis and lighting effects. Pre grouping liveries available for the larger core of modellers of this era in O due to the shorter length of coaches. If priced competitively impulse buys could be forthcoming. That's were I'd put my money anyway You may want to check the Hattons retail commision page before saying there's no modern standard 4mm Southern Region 0-6-0T, lol, but in all seriousness, te E2 is only imortalized due to that one children's show, the E2s were horrid locos IRL, if we get any modern standard ex-LBSCR 0-6-0T, it should be the Terriors. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thebigshot Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 It's a pity we haven't got a box shifting model shop in the North East. The likes of Rails or Hatton's. If we did they would certainly have commissioned a 4mm J27 by now. Can't believe there isn't one out there already. Bob Hi Bob I think there would be more than the J27 would a Johnes good be of interest lol Thanks Alan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamport Southport Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 You may want to check the Hattons retail commision page before saying there's no modern standard 4mm Southern Region 0-6-0T, lol, but in all seriousness, te E2 is only imortalized due to that one children's show, the E2s were horrid locos IRL, if we get any modern standard ex-LBSCR 0-6-0T, it should be the Terriors. There was a RTR E2 before Thomas was famous. In fact Rev Awdry's model was based on one. Made by Stewart Reidpath in the 1940s. Decades before the "childrens show" was made for TV. Thomas wasn't even that popular in the 1970s as if it was then surely Hornby would have released the E2 with extended tanks rather than as the first batch. I don't know what was so horrible about them either? They done their job which was a medium sized shunter based on the Midland 3Fs, and lasted nearly to the end of steam on the Southern. Only being replaced by dieselization in the 1960s. Jason Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamport Southport Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 It's a pity we haven't got a box shifting model shop in the North East. The likes of Rails or Hatton's. If we did they would certainly have commissioned a 4mm J27 by now. Can't believe there isn't one out there already. Bob Isn't Rails in the North East? It is to most of the country anyway. Jason Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBAGE Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 Isn't Rails in the North East? It is to most of the country anyway. Jason I don't live in most of the country. Just the North East bit. Rails is in the South for me Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBAGE Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 (edited) I don't live in most of the country. Just the North East bit. Rails is in the South for me Almost everywhere is south. And the Hatton's shop, it's even been suggested that it's in the North. Ha! It's about two and a half hours in the wrong direction. Edited September 17, 2017 by RBAGE Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dunsignalling Posted September 17, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 17, 2017 There was a RTR E2 before Thomas was famous. In fact Rev Awdry's model was based on one. Made by Stewart Reidpath in the 1940s. Decades before the "childrens show" was made for TV. Thomas wasn't even that popular in the 1970s as if it was then surely Hornby would have released the E2 with extended tanks rather than as the first batch. I don't know what was so horrible about them either? They done their job which was a medium sized shunter based on the Midland 3Fs, and lasted nearly to the end of steam on the Southern. Only being replaced by dieselization in the 1960s. Jason Trix did an E2 also, though IIRC theirs didn't look all that much like an E2. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dunsignalling Posted September 17, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 17, 2017 Almost everywhere is south. And the Hatton's shop, it's even been suggested that it's in the North. Ha! It's about two and a half hours in the wrong direction. It's a good four hours north from where I live................. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBAGE Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 It's a good four hours north from where I live................. Four hours drive and you're still in the South. How depressing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBAGE Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 A J27 would be very nice though. Then you'd really know you were in the North. You could say the same about a J25, if the LNER didn't lend some to the GWR during the war. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dunsignalling Posted September 17, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 17, 2017 (edited) OO Gauge Southern tank locos? For me (in order of preference), W, G6, E1R, H16, Z. Southern tender classes? (no particular order), 0395, H15, D15, D1/E1. O Gauge: LSWR/Beyer Peacock "Ilfracombe Goods" 0-6-0. LSWR/Beyer Peacock "0330" 0-6-0ST. Either/both would be irresistible plus a 7mm version of the Road Van already under development in OO, please. John Edited September 17, 2017 by Dunsignalling Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Dunsignalling Posted September 17, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 17, 2017 (edited) Four hours drive and you're still in the South. How depressing. It would probably be the best part of an hour less if the ruddy M6 worked. Edited September 17, 2017 by Dunsignalling Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBAGE Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 It would probably be the best part of an hour less if the ruddy M6 worked. Ah! The joys of trying to squeeze 32 million cars into such a small island. What this place needs is railways. And a J27. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatofludham Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 One thing that is missing from the current OO accessory supplies is a working LNER/BR standard fluorescent "sausage on a stick" lamp. I know that whilst Dave builds up his business he's more likely to focus on rolling stock, but the cocktail sausage lamp was around for many years, having first been pioneered by the LNER albeit larger and on concrete poles. There is a German lookey-likey in the Brawa range but it is too short for a BR lamp. They are not easy to make as a working lamp, or to adapt from existing ranges, yet were incredibly long lived and cover steam through to near contemporary periods. Modern LED technology can pretty accurately represent fluorescent tubes, more so than the older grain of wheat lights, and I think a good, easy to use working version would be a good, steady seller.There's a lot of Chinese made working LED lights out there that are based on more modern road based prototypes, I wonder if a "Chinese whisper" with one of these manufacturers might get something made at relatively low risk? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold tomparryharry Posted September 18, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 18, 2017 I don't reckon Dave needs to make anything... If you want a model, get a crowd of you together... Pay Dave to mention that you're making product X, Y, or Z.... Everyone & their dog rushes to make product X, Y, & Z, and cutting out Dave.... Result! We buy the models, and Dave gets to sit on a beach in Hawaii- nice one Dave! What a business plan! Here's the best bit. Dave doesn't get the blame for late delivery, wrong colour, wrong rivets, price, scale, or anything else. Even the wrong biscuits on the office tea trolley. Makes me wish I'd thought of this years ago.... Ian. How about a 16xx pannier? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr chapman Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Ok... How about an N gauge 2BIL? Two vehicles to tool, and option for dummy sets to tow and a few liveries to choose from. Ok... Hornby have a 00 model available but there is a gap for a short complete O gauge train. You could sell them individually powered, in packs as one dummy and one powered and individual dummy sets. And if you was feeling brave I'm sure the 00 model could be taken on. I'm sure an N gauge crowd funder would fly once the decks clear. We're crying out for a proper southern electric unit! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Kaput Posted January 31, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 31, 2018 SInce its a thread for dreams....an N gauge Class 71/74 would be lovely.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Budgie Posted February 1, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 1, 2018 Ok... How about an N gauge 2BIL? Two vehicles to tool, and option for dummy sets to tow and a few liveries to choose from. Ok... Hornby have a 00 model available but there is a gap for a short complete O gauge train. You could sell them individually powered, in packs as one dummy and one powered and individual dummy sets. And if you was feeling brave I'm sure the 00 model could be taken on. I'm sure an N gauge crowd funder would fly once the decks clear. We're crying out for a proper southern electric unit! Or... How about an N gauge 4SUB. Two vehicles to tool, and you can take advantage of the small size of N gauge trains to run long ones. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Ncarter2 Posted February 1, 2018 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 1, 2018 Would be great to have a 308 or 310 emu in 00. The 325 & 321 would also be fantastic. DMU 175 or 180 Loco wise a decent 86 or 89 for AC and diesel would be the 13, 66 or any of the peaks 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold tomparryharry Posted February 1, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 1, 2018 (edited) x Edited February 28, 2018 by tomparryharry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
9402 Fredrick Posted February 1, 2018 Share Posted February 1, 2018 00 Gauge Caley 812, 00 Gauge,HR Jones Goods, 00 Gauge LNER K2, 00 Gauge LNER K4, 00 Gauge 78xxx 2MT 2-6-0, 82xxx 2MT 2-6-2T, Caley 439 Class 0-4-4T Passenger Tank, 00 gauge NBR Wagons, & 00 Gauge GNoSR D40 Class. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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