miles73128

Useless tension lock couplings. I’ve changed all mine to the Hunt couplings magnetic bar. Transformational!

Hi I have a Hornby (ex Lima) class 67 that I want to remove the body, to install TTS. Whilst I’ve got the instructions-the body unclips from the chassis- theres nowhere to insert any levers or fingers! The body side is flush with the chassis sole bar. Has anybody practical experience of removing a Limby body without damaging the paintwork? Thanks in advance.

With new bogies it would give the Heljan a run for its money! It’s quite exceptional for its time.

Yep, same as mine.

Mines ready, but Hornby website having a tantrum and not letting me pay! Aaarrghhg

I’m sure my BP is electrically 3+3. Motor and two trailers. There is a non-conductive coupling in the middle. The motors are not through connected. (It’s in an inaccessible display case, can anybody else confirm)?

I’m having all sorts of problems too! But Kate is sorting it out! (FYI I’m using my iPhone IOS 13.5)

Wow! Looking good! Can’t wait! So glad I went for the sound. Gloss Finish will be even better!

I ordered (successful) when it was a 500 run. But, I’m SO pleased it’s passed 2500 and onwards! As the governor of New York said “it’s not about the I, it’s about the WE” WELL DONE Hornby and support OUR NHS!!!

Hornby R30069...……….

Sale includes a £20K donation to NHS. Bet these sell out quickly.....

Both for me please! ESPECIALLY Leader! (*puts helmet on and hides) {GT3 & Fell ordered}

Great that is clear for you now. Regards

Indeed. The Hornby class 91 is pure Hornby. As noted in the previous post “the existing Horny 91, is Hornby (not Lima)” Regards

Hi Nop, I’m not confused. I simply used the term “limby” to denote old Lima models, mostly former pancake (73, 33, 42 etc) which have been re-motored with a new bogie mounted sealed 5 pole motor. Hence LIM (LIMa) BY (Hornby). Sure, this is a subjective term, I’ve seen it used numerous times on RMweb though clearly not official. It does, I think, describe the amalgamation of old Lima models with new Horny power bogies. The rest of the information I have provided and @abd968008 has expanded on, is correct. Which part of this motor history puzzle are you is unsure of?

Yes, East Coast R3365, 91120 and the Virgin R3501 91124 have the sealed 5 pole can motor (a la Limby) and all previous Cl91 have Ringfields. R3001, 91110 and R3133 91120 are 5 pole, not sure when the exact change from 3 pole to 5 pole Ringfield was made. BTW, That's why I used the term "Limby", to denote a modern 5 pole sealed can motor (bogie) vers old Ringfield 5 or 3 pole. Of course, don't confuse Limby with a centrally mounted 5 pole can motor driving both bogies (NEW Class 91) which is much better.

No problem. I didn’t take it as one.

Sorry, my shorthand for the ex Lima locos, reintroduced by Hornby, fitted with this type of motor. Of course the existing Horny 91, is Hornby (not Lima) but the last version released (East Coast) has this “Limby” type motor, vers the Ringfield 5 or 3 pole. I haven’t tried with my Ringfields, they would struggle with a test load of 13!

Old Hornby MK4 fitted with new West Hill Waggon Works magnetic couplings, ready for Class 91! There's life in the old Hornby Mk4s, with a bit of creativity and glue, my Mk4's now are fitted with a coupling that closes the gap and importantly is a "bar type" so can be pushed much more reliably! (first pic old tension lock, second new magnet ones) PS My Limby 91 even managed 13 of these at a respectable speed!

Very true! I’ve just had to, carefully, oil all the axel pin points.

Yep, I’ve big radius curves. Still find the Hornby more stable. (Bach and H with the close couplers).

I use the Hornby RoCo type coupler which closes the gap. Agree about fine detail, but I find the running much better without derailments and coaches separating, as my Bachmann Mk1 sometimes do. The incorrect height of the NEM box on the Bachmann is an issue when mixing.

Agreed! Looking forward to this. Just wish I could work out which have BR1 and Commonwealth bogies!

Yes, thanks. But it was the Blue Syp I wanted. Shame

Wow! Really? (The nameplate dots) I was just about to get one of these. But no more. Thanks very much for this. Crazy.