RayEllis Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 First off, I apologise if this has been covered before, but a few searches haven't brought it up. Secondly, these questions are probably incredibly basic and simple, however I have absolutely no experience of railway modelling. I'm looking into buying the DJH Barlcay saddle tank (SK002), however as this is going to be my first locomotive kit, I'd like to know what exactly I have to do to build it. I know it is advertised as "just needing glue and paint to complete" - is this actually true? Does this mean that the gear box is pre-assembled in the chassis, or do I have to build that as well? (This is the main problem for me, as it sounds a little complex) Does anyone who has built one of these have any insights they could give? Thanks in advance Ray. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 There's an old thread on this kit here http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/2357-djh-barclay-0-4-0st/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Parker Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 It's a cracking kit. Yes, it does just need paint and glue - not even any solder. You have to put the gears in the chassis but it's very easy, well desgined and well documented. While the kit costs more than a bit of old rubbish from a second hand stall, you stand an excellent chance of building a loco to be proud of. Go for it! Warning: My first kit was the DJH beginner 02 diesel. Once you've built one, it becomes addictive... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Parker Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 There's an old thread on this kit here http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/2357-djh-barclay-0-4-0st/ Interesting, but ignore all the stuff about fiddling with the chassis. Build it as per the instructions and you'll be fine. Even the shortwheelbase isn't such a problem with a shunter that weighs as much as this one! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOCJACOB Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Built one in dim and distant past as Xmas present for one of my in-laws. Absolute breeze! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poor Old Bruce Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 The hardest bit is filing the unnecessary cast nameplates off the tank sides if you want to have a different name. Stick with it for a starter though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayEllis Posted February 11, 2015 Author Share Posted February 11, 2015 Many thanks gents, that has all been very useful I may take the plunge and order one of these in the near future. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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