Rail-Online Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 That lettering is also odd. I note, though, that at least some of these were built by outside contractors: is it possible they were also built for other companies? GSWR was the first thing which came to mind when I looked at that lettering. I think it is G (obscured by the framing) CR and on the other door the running number and yes it has 3(rd) on the grooms compartment. I doubt if the doors were 'standard' between horseboxes and other stock 100 years ago. Note also that it has a 'T' door handle on the door to the Hay/tack etc store Tony Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Yes, that makes sense as well and is consistent with the photo in the blue book. I've found one in the background of a picture of an A5 on page 95 of Great Central Album (George Dow) and it does appear to have the roof vents mounted on blocks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted September 6, 2012 Author Share Posted September 6, 2012 Roof fittings as above mentioned in the Model Rail article. Vents appear to be the type shown by me in castings picture I posted earlier in the article picture. Steve Banks also fits a additional vent/filler? in front of the chimney no idea what it could be and not obvious in the photos. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markeg Posted September 14, 2012 Share Posted September 14, 2012 (edited) Hi Mick, Loco and van looking good. Mentioning Steve Banks, I have found that he has a new book due out in January on LNER Train Formations. Did you know about that? I certainly will look out for this one. LNER Passenger Trains & Formations 1923-1968 Steve Banks & C Carter jan 2013 us$43 I have ordered Modelmaster J-E Sir Nigel gresley nameplates to fit on my Blue Sparrow Hawk as they were 20% off, so succumbed. Also a LNER Lining sheet and Liverpool nameplate and No for BR B17 when they arrive. Mark Edited September 14, 2012 by Markeg 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack P Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 This thread is always a good read, ALMOST makes me regret giving up the L.N.E.R to model the Southern..... Almost 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted September 18, 2012 Author Share Posted September 18, 2012 Thanks for comments and Book info. GCR Horsebox done. LNER Horseboxes Left to right Parkside , D&S NER versions, GCR Horsebox train with Hornby GWR Versions. 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack P Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Mick, as always, everything looks really good. I meant to ask you, Is helensdale and thusly the stud of locomotives, based off any particular area/motive power depot? Or do you just model whatever engines take your fancy - yet make them historically accurate to the time period? This is in no way a criticism! All the best - Jack Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted September 24, 2012 Author Share Posted September 24, 2012 (edited) No total fiction with a NE area theme. I model all of the LNER period, so I can if I wish, divide the Locos running to various periods of the 25 year existence of the LNER. e.g 1923-1928, 1928 into WW2, Post war to 1948. This is based on various liveries & lettering/numbering styles used by the LNER. I must admit Helensdale is too small for enough storage sidings so various periods do get mixed up !!. As a result I painted all the LNER (mostly ex NER Skaledale) buildings in the first colours used Brown/Cream not the later Green/Cream and just presume they are waiting for a repaint. Cheers. Edited September 24, 2012 by micklner 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted October 14, 2012 Author Share Posted October 14, 2012 (edited) A O4/8 started following Graeme Kings excellent design. Using a altered Bachmann B1 body mated to the Bachmann O4. Just needs final clean up,the next step priming then adding numerous rivets to Boiler,Footplate and Cab areas. On seeing the photos I have now removed a bit more from the front of the Boiler saddle to level the Boiler and tweaked the handrails. Edited October 14, 2012 by micklner 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidw Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 (edited) I've been contemplating doing a conversion like this for a while Mick. I'll need to PM you. Edited October 14, 2012 by davidw Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted October 14, 2012 Author Share Posted October 14, 2012 No problem , glad to help. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianwales Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 I've been contemplating doing a conversion like this for a while Mick. I'll need to PM you. Hi David Bill Bedford is in the process of doing a 04/8 resin body to fit the Bachmann chassis, available Feb or Mar. Maybe save yourself a bit of work Ian 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted October 14, 2012 Author Share Posted October 14, 2012 Have you seen the quality of theBedford O4/5 version ? http://www.lner.info/forums/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=6919&hilit=bill+bedford+o4%2F5 It will take you longer to get a decent finish on that one than build a copy of Graeme Kings version !! Horrendous pitted body, Wonky handrails etc and save you about £35 as well !! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Tomlinson Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Bill Bedford also has an 04/7 listed on his website. This would be more difficult to fabricate from RTR parts than a part 8, but as micklner says we must hope the finish is a little better than the 04/5. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidw Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Hi David Bill Bedford is in the process of doing a 04/8 resin body to fit the Bachmann chassis, available Feb or Mar. Maybe save yourself a bit of work Ian Yeah I've been waiting for that for 12 month unfortunately. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Have you seen the quality of theBedford O4/5 version ? http://www.lner.info...ll bedford o4/5 It will take you longer to get a decent finish on that one than build a copy of Graeme Kings version !! Horrendous pitted body, Wonky handrails etc.... Well, Bill has thrown his lot in with 3D printing as he believes it to be the future. Who knows, he may make fewer errors in this medium than he is famous for in etch design. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
billbedford Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 It will take you longer to get a decent finish on that one than build a copy of Graeme Kings version !! Horrendous pitted body, Wonky handrails etc and save you about £35 as well !! http://www.mousa.biz/info/2012/08/loco-bodies/ Yeah I've been waiting for that for 12 month unfortunately. 12 months really?? It's only been listed for 9..... If you real want one, then put your money where your mouth is and put up a deposit for one. Otherwise I'm just going to take such comments as frothing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidw Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 (edited) http://www.mousa.biz...08/loco-bodies/ 12 months really?? It's only been listed for 9..... If you real want one, then put your money where your mouth is and put up a deposit for one. Otherwise I'm just going to take such comments as frothing. Bill, I apologize for miss-representing you, I thought it was longer. But as regards a deposit, I placed a deposit for an O4/8 quite a while ago. Sorry to take this off topic Mick. Edited October 16, 2012 by davidw 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted October 16, 2012 Author Share Posted October 16, 2012 (edited) http://www.mousa.biz...08/loco-bodies/ 12 months really?? It's only been listed for 9..... If you real want one, then put your money where your mouth is and put up a deposit for one. Otherwise I'm just going to take such comments as frothing. Polite as ever Mr Bedford , yes I gave up waiting as you never reply to polite requests for updates. I dont require a response . No problem David Edited October 16, 2012 by micklner 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted October 19, 2012 Author Share Posted October 19, 2012 (edited) Rivets Edited October 19, 2012 by micklner 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidw Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 (edited) That's looking really good Mick. I assume the rivets are archers? Edited October 19, 2012 by davidw Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the penguin of doom Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 That's looking really good Mick. I assume the rivets are archers? If they are Archers, they're very good. I've used them before and can recommend them. Cheers. Sean. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted October 19, 2012 Author Share Posted October 19, 2012 Yes Archers as presumed. I wouldnt have contemplated doing the Cab otherwise, not cheap but worth every penny for the end result. Just done the other side of the Cab took about 30 mins. Then final primer coat and then topcoat in particular the underneath of the Boiler, I doubt the paint would reach underneath if assembled due to the solid Bachmann footplate. Then final assembly of the Body to the Footplate and some minor filling, before the Reversing Rod can be fitted. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon020 Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Rivets I hope you counted them 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
micklner Posted October 19, 2012 Author Share Posted October 19, 2012 Hundreds Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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