Swiftsilver Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 As there are no kits of the BR Standard Class 3MT 2-6-2T tank locomotive in '0' gauge, I am going to have a go at scratch building one. I am gradually acquiring suitable parts but have hit a problem. I cannot find any manufacturer who produces a suitable chimney and dome! Does anybody have any suggestions? I have tried all the advertisers on the G0G website to no avail, and I do not have the machinery/tools to make these items. Thanks Brian L. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold markjj Posted April 12, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 12, 2017 Is it the same style as a 4mt? If so why not try MOK and see if they have spares. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall5 Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 Actually there is a kit for an 82xxx - from Sanspariel: I can't comment on the quality as I haven't built any of their kits but their E-mail address is: sanspareilics@aol.com according to the G0G traders list. IIRC Jim Harris (Acorn kits) also used to do one and maybe DJB too - they may come up on the 2nd hand market. If you choose to scratchbuild Acme (and maybe someone else too?) do a 77xxx and most of the parts including the boiler fittings are common to the 82xxx. Personally, I'm going to wait and treat myself to a Lionheart one. Ray. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
two tone green Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 +1 for the Lionheart one. In fact it could be +2. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiftsilver Posted April 16, 2017 Author Share Posted April 16, 2017 Thanks for the 'heads up' to you all. I have followed up the leads so far without success, though not the Lionheart suggestion as I suspect that will be way beyond my pocket! Any other ideas or suggestions, please? Brian L. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwr Posted April 17, 2017 Share Posted April 17, 2017 This is one of those locos I never bought when stockpiling kits! I looked up the Lionheart model and it's listed on line by Antics at £999. Too much for my pocket presently I am afraid! Paul R Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johng Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 This is one of those locos I never bought when stockpiling kits! I looked up the Lionheart model and it's listed on line by Antics at £999. Too much for my pocket presently I am afraid! Paul R I think you will find that the Jim Harris kit is now part of the Scorpio range, ping over an email to Jeff Ennis (address on the Gauge 0 Guild site) and he will help you, johng Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwr Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Thanks Johng Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
daifly Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 I think you will find that the Jim Harris kit is now part of the Scorpio range, ping over an email to Jeff Ennis (address on the Gauge 0 Guild site) and he will help you, johng There's no 82xxx on the Mar 16 list. Dave Scorpio Price list Mar16.pdf Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted April 26, 2017 Share Posted April 26, 2017 According to Richard the 45xx will now be die cast instead of brass bringing the cost down to around £500. I suspect the 3MT will follow suit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwr Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Now you are talking! Paul R Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold markjj Posted May 14, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 14, 2017 Just for the record there is an Acorn/Jim Harris kit on Ebay at the mo to make one. Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/201923804783 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiftsilver Posted May 25, 2017 Author Share Posted May 25, 2017 Unfortunately I was out of the country and therefore could not bid for this kit, but thank you for the 'heads up.' Does anybody else have a BR Standard 3MT tank locomotive kit by Acorn/Jim Harris, hidden away in a drawer or up on a shelf, unassembled or part assembled, that they would be willing to part with for a fair sum? Brian L Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
daifly Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Unfortunately I was out of the country and therefore could not bid for this kit, I don't follow this. You can access eBay.co.uk around the world. I used to buy stuff when I was working in every corner of the planet and it would be like Christmas when I got home! Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiftsilver Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share Posted May 26, 2017 My (business) circumstances whilst I was abroad were such that I was not able to use my mobile, laptop or anything else. I am well aware of what I can and cannot do with my mobile and have bid on eBay via it in the past. Follow now? Brian L. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deano747 Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 I don't follow this. You can access eBay.co.uk around the world. I used to buy stuff when I was working in every corner of the planet and it would be like Christmas when I got home! Dave I'm the same!! My good lady always comments on my face when I find little parcels when I get home!!! I have friends in the military though, and they have very limited access, even for text messages! Regards, Deano. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
daifly Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 My (business) circumstances whilst I was abroad were such that I was not able to use my mobile, laptop or anything else. I am well aware of what I can and cannot do with my mobile and have bid on eBay via it in the past. Follow now? Brian L. Absolutely. It was the 'therefore' in your original post which confused me.Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiftsilver Posted December 21, 2017 Author Share Posted December 21, 2017 I am now happily building an original Acorn kit of the BR Standard 3MT 2-6-2T from the 82xxx number series. Does anybody have a photograph or drawing of the plumbing on top of the firebox and boiler, especially the manifold, that they could copy to me? Available photographs on Colour Rail and similar sites do not show this area at all. Thank you. Brian L. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall5 Posted December 21, 2017 Share Posted December 21, 2017 I'm pretty sure there are photos of the firebox top in the RCTS 'B.R. Standard Steam Locomotives Vol 3 The Tank Locos.' Sorry but I'm not at home so can't check my own copy. FWIW the RCTS currently has it reduced to 14 quid - well worth it even at full price for the information it contains. Ray. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffP Posted December 22, 2017 Share Posted December 22, 2017 I am now happily building an original Acorn kit of the BR Standard 3MT 2-6-2T from the 82xxx number series. Does anybody have a photograph or drawing of the plumbing on top of the firebox and boiler, especially the manifold, that they could copy to me? Available photographs on Colour Rail and similar sites do not show this area at all. Thank you. Brian L. Do a build thread mister? Eh, willya? Do a build thread please? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwr Posted December 25, 2017 Share Posted December 25, 2017 I am the proud owner of the Scorpio kit as a Christmas present! However I think the chimney in the kit is too short. Need some more research on this Paul R Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim.snowdon Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Do a build thread mister? Eh, willya? Do a build thread please? Might have beaten you to it, if only by chance. I have just started a build thread - http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/129493-jims-7mm-workbench-acorn-br-standard-3-tank/&do=findComment&comment=2976711 Jim Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MarshLane Posted December 28, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 28, 2017 According to Richard the 45xx will now be die cast instead of brass bringing the cost down to around £500. I suspect the 3MT will follow suit. Sorry to go off on a tangent, do I gather Dapol/Lionheartbare doing a 3MT, or with the changes that took place this year has it been dropped? Don’t recall seeing anything about that, but it would be nice! Good luck with the kit. I’m still trying to find the time/courage to get back to soldering on my first brass NER electric kit. Full of admiration for kit builders! Rich Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiftsilver Posted December 28, 2017 Author Share Posted December 28, 2017 I am the proud owner of the Scorpio kit as a Christmas present! However I think the chimney in the kit is too short. Need some more research on this Paul R If it helps any I have a scale 7mm GA drawing of the loco and measuring the chimney at the side it is 16mm from top to bottom. I am assuming my plan was accurate in the first place. Having compared it with numerous photos, particularly on Colour Rail, it looks right to me. Irf you are in doubt I suggest you contact Pat At Scorpio Models by phone. You will find him very helpful. Brian L. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiftsilver Posted December 28, 2017 Author Share Posted December 28, 2017 Might have beaten you to it, if only by chance. I have just started a build thread - http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/129493-jims-7mm-workbench-acorn-br-standard-3-tank/&do=findComment&comment=2976711 Jim Carry on, Jim. I'll watch your thread! Brian L. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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