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two packages from Hattons today . Two cobalt point motors which I want to try out on the layout in place of the SEEP point motors. I'm having an issue with the SEEPS, where I'm having to throw the switch for each point at the start of an operating session countless times before they will respond, I've tried spraying them with WD40 to keep them lubricated but this seems to have made them worse. I'm hoping trialing these Cobalts will make the points more reliable. The signal is second hand, hence the damage, but this will be repaired and then installed on the elevated section nearest the window giving access to the goods line. package from Hattons by Simon Barnes, on Flickr Three aspect signal with feather and subsidiary signal by Simon Barnes, on Flickr

I quite like the old DPU units and I've got two of them now so have too like them . The weathering is from Railmatch rattle cans (underframe dirt and roof dirt) with some dry brushed Humbrol light tan to pick out the detail. As for the signals, I'm a traditionalist and I've got them working of rotary switches the only problem is I'm running out of room on my panel and I'm going to have to have a rethink

A few new additions to report and another signalling update Rail Blue Class 128 DPU 55991 (bargain from Hattons) Rail Blue DPU 55991 by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 55991 close up by Simon Barnes, on Flickr Class 128 weatherd by Simon Barnes, on Flickr Bachmann Class 45 053 45053 by Simon Barnes, on Flickr Bachmann Class 40 169 Class 40 169 by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 40169 by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 45053 and 40169 by Simon Barnes, on Flickr and the new signal Another signal wied up and ready for work by Simon Barnes, on Flickr

Bostin update Jinty, the point rodding looks exquisite and really adds to the over all realism.

Very nice purchase Andy, looking forward to seeing your pictures

Looks good to me Fran.

I do know he's short on 8 pin chips, how do I know? as I blew my class 50 chip trying to add another speaker and messed up with my soldering iron......(lesson learnt), I contacted Jamie and tried to order another one but he informed me he's short of chips. He works full time, so he may be behind on his orders, bear with him as his sounds are great. I'll see if I can raise this with him for you, 3 weeks is longer than you would expect. Simon

Afternoon Andy, i bought them off him directly as I'm a friend of his on FB, message him on here and see which he prefers.

sadly the other signals on the layout got damaged by cats leaning/sleeping on them and are now only dummies or are completely missing. Seeing how good this one looks and how clever I felt after wiring it up, I'll be looking at reviewing the signals on the layout and maybe renewing them. I've made a video of the signal in action by the way.

Well after some critical comments from my Network Rail friend, the Pendeford S&T gang have wired up their first signal. It's a crucial signal as it protects the junction outside the PSB ,so it need doing after 4 years IMG_3252 by Simon Barnes, on Flickr IMG_3251 by Simon Barnes, on Flickr

I succumbed and ordered the RTC variant...

Thanks for watching Dave, I've expanded my Retro fleet with the addition of a DPU,CLass 40 and Class 45 - Pictures to follow soon.

Well the latest Pendeford Yard today is here, it's was meant to be ready for January but due to the fact I was filming in the evenings, I had to fit the time round my shifts, which has led to this late arrival. Anyway sit back and enjoy, Pendeford Yard Today "After Dark" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaSGIoLCtMk

missing the 37's Andi, these new locos are like Marmite

Please do provide wheels, those that don't want them, just sell the surplus packs on theifbay.....simples. As others have said, having the kit, wheels and bearing all together like Parkside did was a real blessing. Simon

Great entry to the British market, I'll watch this with interest

Looking good Ian, the detail you've added to the station forecourt area alone is amazing. Simon

Thanks for uploading this video Peter, it's answered so many questions I had about your layout.

not my cup of tea but if it makes you happy then enjoy it Andy

Keep your eyes on ebay Dave, you'll get the pair soon enough. I've finally added some lighting to the PSB so I took the opportunity to snap some trains in action Busy night shift by Simon Barnes, on Flickr Pendeford Sidings PSB at night by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 37 crossover by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 37507 looms into view by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 37507 in close up by Simon Barnes, on Flickr Thanks for looking Simon

can't get enough of them Andy, more to come given time

Thought I'd share some pictures showing my Thornaby FMYT 37/5 Fleet 37501 37501 Teeside Steelmaster by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 37502 37502 British Steel Teeside by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 37507 37507 Hartlepool Pipe Mill by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 37511 37511 Stockton Haulage by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 37512 37512 Thornaby Demon by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 37519 37519 by Simon Barnes, on Flickr 37521 37521 by Simon Barnes, on Flickr Line of Three by Simon Barnes, on Flickr

what have I missed?

Happy Christmas to the Jinty clan and to you Dave. Simon

smashing clip of the 47/4 departing Llanbourne Peter, sound perfect. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Simon