retroman Posted April 4, 2014 Author Share Posted April 4, 2014 24035 has recently returned to traffic in lightly weathered guise. As this is the most expensive model I own to date (DCC Sound) I was rather keen not to stuff this one up. I repainted the crew and weathered the cab interior. Headcode discs had to be drilled to allow the lights to be visible. My Sulzer type 2 fleet (and a Sentinel). Still to do: 37254, CREPELLO, a DMU, the 128 DPU and a 50. Should keep me busy for a bit. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobster Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 Super weathering on those Loco's Dave - Top job. Cheers, Bob. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Bathurst Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 Superb layout. And do like the weathering on the locos. What are the dimensions of the layout? Scott Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
retroman Posted April 4, 2014 Author Share Posted April 4, 2014 Thanks for the comments - Scott, the layout is 14x11, there is a track plan on the previous page. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Bathurst Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 I like the track plan you have in the space available. Its given me ideas :s Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
retroman Posted April 14, 2014 Author Share Posted April 14, 2014 (edited) I have been sorting out a few small jobs which have needed doing for ... er ... years. I've had this factory weathered model of 50007 for ages but have only just got around to inserting a crew and adding all the bufferbeam detail. I also applied etched plates from EXTREME ETCHINGS, and opened the Driver's droplight window. Likewise, KESTREL now has a driver, plus I've finally altered the CV values on the headcode so that it looks a bit more plausible. Meanwhile, a batch of Drivers have been painted and await amputation of their legs prior to installation into various locos. Edited April 14, 2014 by retroman 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Alex TM Posted April 14, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 14, 2014 Hi folks, fantastic work there. Especially like the 24 and 25. Just one question: are those drivers cossacks? regards, Alex. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobster Posted April 19, 2014 Share Posted April 19, 2014 Very Nice - Look forward to more. Cheers, Bob. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
class"66" Posted April 19, 2014 Share Posted April 19, 2014 Very nice modeling on here! Looking forward to more photos now.. cheers neil.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
retroman Posted April 24, 2014 Author Share Posted April 24, 2014 Thanks for the comments! In 2006 I came back from Warley with this lot .... All three locos now look rather work weary! A close up of Crepello .... this loco is not the best runner, I think it needs extra pick-ups. Another job on the list .... 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobster Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Nice line up Dave, those loco's look superb - Great detail in your layout, very nice Cheers, Bob. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
retroman Posted February 7, 2015 Author Share Posted February 7, 2015 I've been experimenting with a GARMIN VIRB ELITE HD camera which I use on my motorcycle. It seems to work equally well on the layout! I've overlaid a few soundtracks to spice things up a bit. On train: Lineside: 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobster Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Great videos Dave - Very enjoyable. Cheers, Bob. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d winpenny Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Nice videos David 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSLR Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 Aww yeh all that action. The Gronk is really going for it in the first video... The driver found a way to make it go 10x faster! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed a/c Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Any new updates ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
class"66" Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Nice videos,keep these coming... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyhall Posted October 3, 2015 Share Posted October 3, 2015 love the layout great keep up the good work Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Module00 Posted March 7, 2016 Share Posted March 7, 2016 Very nice layout, and weathered locomotives. Fantastic thread. No update ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyWales Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 (edited) Why to is it, it is that I have missed this thread? I've been majorly dizzied watching these videos... Lovin' the soundtracks... Randall Edited March 8, 2016 by RandyWales 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
class"66" Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 Any new updates.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Module00 Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 I hope that the author did not give up the forum. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ess1uk Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 I hope that the author did not give up the forum. Me too 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
retroman Posted May 25, 2020 Author Share Posted May 25, 2020 (edited) Hello again RMWeb, after a 5 year absence I have returned to the fold The layout has been mothballed for a few years due to work and family issues, but I've used the lockdown as an excuse to re-start where I left off, and it's true to say that my 'modellers mojo' has returned. A big issue for me was the failure of the Heljan Traverser. This was always a tempremental piece of kit which was great when it worked, but often stalled mid-operation and one day it ceased to work completely. So I took the decision to remove it, which left a huge hole in the baseboard and has required a total re-jigging of the depot. I have opted for a PECO Turntable with a LOCOMOTECH underslung motor. Attached are some comparison photos, I will update as work progresses. Edited May 25, 2020 by retroman 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Temeraire Posted May 25, 2020 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 25, 2020 Hi Dave Blimey 5 years where did that go! Good to see the layout again it inspired a change in my thinking when I built Exford Park in the loft many moons ago. I’m currently building a new version in a shed this time after the loft version had to be removed. Keep the pics coming especially the 50s! 1 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