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Beam details c) Lower cross bracing gusset plates 3 different types made up from parts of the CVMW double track bridge kit The wider gusset plates will be used where there is a cross beam as well as cross diagonals. The 'diagonals only' are made up of two small plates butted together The corner plates are made up from an additonal offcuts as below Shown before bridge shoes fitted An assembled example of two types Beam detail d) Additional beam splice plates These have been added to the bottom of the beams (4 splices X 4 beams), by filing down the gusset plates in the vicinity of the splice and then making up a shingled splice arrangement as below On the top of the beams a splice plate is added to the flanges as below. This applies to the top beam flanges at splices as well Still have some rivets to do on the diagonals. Just ordered from Archers. For now designing and preparing the 'upper' cross bracing gusset plates. Semi-scratch build needed for those. So far there are 339 components for each truss frame! Yes, I am keeping a count but it is hard to believe when just looking at the assembled frame?

Beam detail b) Beam corners I have tried to replicate that as seen on the Findhorn viaduct Extra flanges Rivetted angle (from double track sprue) Splice plates (from single track sprue) Bridge shoes (from double track kit) Assembled Gusset plates for cross bracing next

Some more progress. Even though needed for accuracy it is not so 'exciting' as the beam and diagonal constructions! Lots of detail added to the truss frames: Beam detail a) The attachment of wide diagonals to main beams. This assumes that the plates on the outside of the diagonals extend to the outside of the longitudinal beams. This is not as the Findhorn viaduct as the diagonals are too wide to fit inside the beams. I have used an arrangement as on the Forth bridge (same builder). 3 different sizes of plates were needed for this and they were prepared from plates on the CVMW single track truss bridge sprues and cut to consistent sizes on the chopper as below Cut 1 - the rule is held in place with some BlackTac Cut 2 Cut 3 Larger piece for the end plain plate diagonals An example showing how they fit onto the beams Next the beam corner detail

Looks like it was green even when it was grey

Thanks @OliverBythamfor the photos. I was undecided, but just ordered LNER blue W1 after seeing yours and Tony Wright's photographs. Good price as well. As below - great chat and service, the old fashioned way via telephone order

Agree Bachmann V2 flangeless wheels look better but will probably change to flanged as min radius I have on layout is 31". The green colour / finish on the Bachmann V2's look superb. Hornby could lower the trailing wheels if they were insulated?

Nice looking combo! As a matter of interest was that ordered some time ago, as part of the second run or a recent order?

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I guess one important message to get to buyers in a review, would be is the risk of a collision between the steps and layout platforms for example. But as they do vary in their fitment (tight to running gear or splayed out), this may not be picked up. It also depends on if the review is tested on a prototypical layout complete with platforms, that is with prototype clearances. Tony Wright has already mentioned this to Hornby (Simon), and the later models may well have them separately supplied in the bag for customer fitting which will be great as long as there is a warning about checking the gauge. Even better if the design is modified to slim them down a little (compromise). I was 3rd time lucky getting a good R3840 (first broken deflector / second faulty gear train), but there was never a problem getting a refund on the returns. Bit of an inconvenience at the time but pleased with the outcome.

Ditto. I guess KR models are not a retailer as such so depends on how many staff are on the task? Would be nice to get a message though about expected delivery.

Just wondering when you will be back as web site showing on holiday (away on business). I believe there might be a V2 sound project as well?

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Looking great Peter, and thanks for the heads up on the BRM article. The advantage with access to the archive - just printed it off. It will probably help with the conversion I NEED TO GET ON WITH for a couple of 9F's. Rather more of a cutting and carving job with those, so need to summon up the nerve! I would expect a demand for the pumps, (perhaps) once the KR models hoppers are delivered. I was also hoping that SLW would announce a pair of Tyne Dock class 24's but it's gone quiet from them just now. Sunshine here just now in Yorkshire but rather chilly. Dave

Update: I decided to return the J27 for the second time as not prepared to risk trying a repair then not getting a refund. Went to an alternative retailer and success with nothing broken and smooth runner Also went for a better sound system than the factory fitted sound including stay alive and larger speaker. Superb sound file and sounds. All's well that ends well, and now seems good value for money even if a struggle to get there.

Tony I reckon railway 'modellers' would welcome details of what you have done to make up the train formations, rakes of coaching stock and even wagons (later edition perhaps). If there are RTR, (as is or modified) equivalents then worth a mention. There is however, an opportunity to redress the balance as many publications are perhaps becoming biased towards information on the current 'run of the mill' RTR releases. I am sure this pleases the general readership, but I believe that same general readership would welcome a glimpse of what else is possible. It may encourage some have a go at achieving prototype accuracy, at least for train formations and hopefully give a purpose and guidance / direction for getting stuck into some kit building / modelling . Of course you would only be able to summarise the extensive research and years of kit building that you have done to get to the prototypical Little Bytham. It would also represent one era and one region, but it might set a template for others to follow. Dave

Tony How about something on the train formations you operate on the layout. I would have thought valuable information as bound to be as the prototype. Hornby have done that for RTR in their magazines, however something quite new if it includes kit built and modified RTR. Example below of how Hornby magazine lay the information out Dave

Hello Tony I had a go at modifying the GAM coach sets, thankfully with success. But sadly there wasn't any comment or feedback from GAM after I had done this. Not sure if anyone did the same modification? See page 4 of https://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/40088-golden-age/page/4/ Of course these will not run on 'train set' curves. Anything less than 34" radius will cause contact in the articulated coaches and buffer lock. Part of 'how to' below: Dave

Saw a comment on U-tube video that Hornby are offering replacement body shells. I know that you had a glue repair done but perhaps better if you get in touch with Hornby Service Dept and get another one sent out to you

Anyone still waiting for the replacement bogie for run 1. Even though I ordered it I am losing confidence that it will be forthcoming.

Mike Really pleased that some of the methods detailed in this build are giving you ideas for your own kit bashing. That was always the intention. If you get the Railway Modeller magazine you will see in this months' issue (Feb 22), another article on bridge building. I built the M & GNR bridge for Tony Wright. That was constructed in brass so a complete different set of skills needed. Photo: Tony Wright And here is another kit bashed bridge made a few years back. A Parker truss bridge (double track made from single track kits), before CVMW had a double kit available! Again all made from their components but I still need to build the plated deck, and get on with the layout.

Thanks for the suggestion. I did have the uncomfortable feeling that this new bridge was not in a prime position, especially with so much detail that might not be easily visible if positioned off to one side. I guess that I had not even considered the major change as the stone viaduct has been in that position for quite some time, but thanks again for prompting a rethink. Dave

Mike Thanks for the kind comments, and congratulations for being the first posted reply on this thread. Yes, the DSPAIE angle sander is not cheap, but it does a great job, will last and be well used; so a good investment. This bridge build has turned out to be a much bigger project than expected and still plenty to work out. Painting and weathering will be a challenge as I need to get into tight spaces without ruining the detail. Air brush will be needed. Dave

The flexing happens because of lack of stiffness in the plastic walls. More importantly there is a gap between the edges of the rails unlike the old lifts which had a contoured platform over the width. The DCC concepts design has the gap but they use aluminium angle which is much stiffer. Maybe we need a petition to bring back the old ones!

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More progress on the bridge - turning out to be quite a project!