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G'day all, One that I think will interest a fair few people on here and beyond. Upon a recent visit with a very good friend, we came onto the topic (whilst running his custom made HO Deltics) of the Budd license car, Silver Princess. It was mentioned by this gentlemen that he so happened to have a few photographs of this car, and off he proceeded to find them. His search in person failed to find the photographs, but he did pull out a full, period Budd catalogue, which contained within a VERY clear photograph of Silver Princess, and what is probably the most commonly known photograph of the car since it was published in the John Dunn Comeng book (Vol 2: 1955-1966). Upon returning back home, I received an email from the gentleman which contained the other 7 photographs of the car. These photographs are below, split over a few posts. They are uploaded at full resolution as much as possible to allow all the detail to be retained. If anybody has drawings of the car in either original form as shown, or later rebuilt form with smooth sides, I would be very much interested in seeing them with the intention to create a small number of models of the car. Photographs in later condition (even in Crimson and Cream prior to rebuilding with smooth sides) would also be very much of interest.

Playing a bit of catch-up here, but just noticed the lamp missing the, well, lamp. The good news is I've got a new batch in a new, clear resin already pencilled in to trial next week. All being well, some new, tougher, clearer lamps should be on their way to you soon Gilbert.

I think one of the biggest things that makes people shy away is because of all the different types of solder/ing that exist, as well as the associated temperature variants, it makes people rather nervous about the whole prospect of soldering. In reality it's just a slightly more elaborate form of gluing, with the only difference being you have to 'mix' the glue to create the bond. Having access to the right tools is also a major plus in this area. Clinics at shows teaching soldering techniques are an excellent way for people to learn in a forgiving environment, and to share tips and help each-other out. The main shows here in Sydney typically include a few clinics within a little area with tables set up, including a soldering clinic, which is a great way to learn tricks. Bringing your own item is encouraged, though there's generally a few items around to learn with. And as an all day stand in the middle of the show there's no limit on time. Also, a bit of personal advice: When you're a redhead, don't accidentally burn your hair with a silver soldering torch. The jokes get old quickly....

Using a bit of forced perspective is not a bad idea, particularly with it being such a subtle difference at first glance-gradual changing for forced perspective can work a lot better than, say, forcing it from 'OO' to 'TT' in a short space.

In theory one could 3D scan the footplate half, fix up the file, flip it and print a new left hand side (for a mould for whitemetal? I can’t say I’m aware of the footplate material ), but to me it would be simpler to get the dimensions off of the RHS one, draw that up and flip it, then print the replacement/mould. Though depending once again on materials and skills in scratchbuilding, you could just make one up at that point and save the worry of drawing it in CAD, printing and then if needed moulding. The one good thing though is the CAD one can be reprinted if something goes wrong-it might take more effort than its worth to fix a scratchbuilt part if issues arise.

Sorry to bump us all back a while team, but still working out the new RMweb and catching up on things missed. And I'll get you back for that 'tall, red Zane' comment Craig-even if it is true! Jesse, If you don't have time to get scanned whilst over in the UK, or even wish to be done beforehand, Andlan Models out here can also do the same scanning and printing of figures. I'm sure it could be arranged with Ian (I'm needing to arrange to get myself done soon anyhow), and there would be no issue having you done to OO scale at all. The website is here at https://www.andianmodels.com/, otherwise shoot me a message and I'll work something out with Ian for you. Typically though it would have to be after a show, unless you want to travel to Coffs Harbour to have it done (mind you, you could actually pose in an O4/ROD if you did!) Yes, though not to HO as far as I understand (major engineering challenge that one!). Aside from numerous trinkets and souvenirs, the biggest model I am aware of is one out in a place called Warrick Farm in Southwestern Sydney, described very well in the attached link. Unfortunately I am yet to find a scale for said model-though I doubt it was load tested with 196 steam locomotives like the real thing. https://mirrorsydney.wordpress.com/tag/warwick-farm-harbour-bridge/ I also just tried shooting you a message containing the A3 photograph you requested a copy of at Liverpool, but it is currently telling me that "Tony Wright cannot receive messages". I am not sure if it is a bug of the new system or not, or what the case is there. I won't post it here on the grounds of I do not know the copyright holder or photographer, so I do not wish to publish it without the permission to do so.

Some low, fast flying Mallard I believe.

£6.8m? That IS a big blowout!

And a month earlier than planned as well! There is a first time for everything folks: https://www.shapeways.com/product/XA7XCFSJ3/rod-continental-buffers-short-rib-oo-scale?optionId=63508790

Well it's not like you expected some sort of Spanish Inquisition over it

Unfortunately just due to the style of lamp that was always going to be a weak spot, but I'll certainly see what I can do about it and I'm glad that you're so happy with them-I'll admit I often forget when looking at photos that I did them. They fit in to the scenes extremely well with your painting of them. Anyhow I'll grab the file out and get it sorted for you in the next few weeks. I might consider opening them up for general sale as well if anyone else would be interested in a set?

Just noticed the lamp lacking the, err, lamp portion there Gilbert. Happy to re-supply you with a new one (with thicker hanging section) plus a few spares at my own cost if you wish.

Ok, I'll admit to having not dropped by much again in recent times, but time really is being pushed at the moment to complete items unfortunately. The current way things stand is that there's a few projects to clean up/finish and get out of the way, so the plan is to now try and work through them one at a time. The new Shapeways pricing structure for FUD/FXD has been advantageous in many ways, including taking several pounds off of some of the larger items. Currently the list of remaining projects sits as: NER Snowplough: Done, just awaiting a chance to print (not been a high priority item to have printed, but not forgotten about in the slightest). Peckett W6: About 95% done-I'm still having issues with a few points on the test prints (a second test print was recently undertaken), as I would rather iron out any little bugs before getting this one out. It's been a long time, yes, but it's been a heck of a learning curve in how to build something that you've never even seen one of in person. ROD Buffers: Mostly done, and have had a successful test print as per attached photos. There is 3 variations to the rear of the bufferhead that have been found, so the plan is to cater to all of these (not a major problem). Hunslet 16" (HO): At about 65% complete, just awaiting confirmation to a few pieces of the puzzle before being completed (amazing how simple the design of these locomotives actually are). Dunrobin: On the backburner, but not forgotten about in the slightest. This one's a bit of a hard one in some ways as there's some areas that don't show up well in photographs that would be good to get photos of-though the locomotive is currently under overhaul, so those bits are in many bits themselves. But still on the way GWR 8-wheel tender frame: Awaiting a check over of a few points of compatibility, but almost ready for production. And then there's this: A project I've worked away in the background on of a F.C. Hibberd Planet, I believe the SCW class. We have 3 here in NSW and given the fact that there's a large number of them still left in the UK let alone that saw service, I thought it could be a fun thing to do. A huge thanks has to be extended to Beatty 139 of this parish, who sent me a beautiful and comprehensive set of plans to work from. Without those drawings this project never would have happened. The mechanism is to be a Hollywood Foundary BullAnt, and at the time of writing the first test print, shown on the workbench of a friend, is just awaiting the arrival of such a mechanism. This is currently in HO but will be also done in OO for all those that want a nice little diesel shunter for their layout. And as promised, a photo of the model ROD with the 'Continental' buffers fitted. This model is on the way to becoming a J&A Brown example as used in Australia, of which 3 survive-the last ROD err, ROD (2004), has just been finished off being statically restored at the Richmond Vale Railway Museum to ROD condition right in their old stomping grounds (as seen here and here). I hope to make these buffers available by the end of September, with the Planet ready in OO by December.

Here we are, as promised. Not the photos I was looking for, but they'll do for now. From what I understand, it is a Ks kit built by a friend of Dave's who sadly passed away, and he acquired it from them as is. I've heard many horror stories about Ks kits, but this one runs like silk-a credit to the original owner. I do apologise for the layer of dust-this was her first outing in quite a while, and I only noticed the dust after taking the photos-typical. The Peckett belongs to a mate, but is bog standard Hornby basically. The third photo is one taken by Dave which I've borrowed, and shows the model on Tetleys Mills 3.5-this photo in the mail section of MR143 was the first time I'd seen a P2 model (I was still new to the hobby at this stage), and I fell in love. While I do now own it, I really wish it had not come about with Dave's passing and the sale of his stock (though for a very great cause that was). Apart from a small service and tidy-up, there really isn't much to be done on her.

I'm a little late in finding this, but such a beast does exist-I'll dig out some photos later. Previously owned by Mr. Dave Shakespeare of Tetleys Mills, who I believe was given it by a friend. Still survives and is occasionally given a run, though it's now here in Oz.

All this talk of rough riding reminds me of a story a car dealership out here might rather forget.... With the Indian Pacific coming on line for 1970 as the first true cross-country train in Australia, naturally there was a lot of build up, including plenty of media coverage as well as some test runs. The story I've been told is that Rolls Royce (or a local dealer of) arranged for a brand new Silver Shadow to be placed on the motorail wagon during these runs with other cars also present. To keep cleaner than being exposed to the dust, the Silver Shadow was placed on the lower deck of the wagon. Anyhow the train did a return trial to Melbourne and then immediately did another, so it ended up doing 4 960km (600mi) trips on this wagon. Upon completion of this, the cars were rolled off the wagon, including a certain Rolls.....complete with large dents in the roof. It turns out that while the wheels had been secured in the normal method, no-one had thought to secure the body to stop it floating around on the soft suspension, resulting in some expensive red faces.

To counter all this WAGR stuff, time for a few from the good side of the country (Loving your stories Blue Streak-a fantastic idea for a thread with some ripper yarns so far). A few years ago, an ex-VR S Class was under the final stages of restoration at a roundhouse in Southern NSW when the time came to start her up. Fire up, idle, all going well until the time came to take it through the notches. Upon hitting 8-notch, a 'BANG, BANG, BANG, THWOOM' was heard, followed by a hole suddenly appearing in the roof of the roundhouse. A quick search of the surrounding area saw the culprit located, still glowing red hot-a spanner dropped down the exhaust many moons ago by a fitter during an overhaul.

One for our resident horse man, and anyone else wishing to create a ROD out of the Bachmann O4s. Continental buffers, just lacking the ribbing and the buffer head itself. The backing plate will be correctly shaped soon.

I certainly will be Kelly. Though I don't model fine scale (I'm now getting more into Australian HO, but keeping the British OO wide open), I do have a good friend out here who models early GWR in P4, so will be getting some assistance from him for the fine scale option.

Sorry for the delay again all. Besides forgetting to hit 'post' on the last post and thus losing it, life has just kept me busier and busier, meaning scant time to be spent on models or CAD modelling. The second EP of the Peckett has been primed, but is currently in storage with a few other things due to many things happening in the domestic life. However, the failure points on the EP have been addressed, and will hopefully have been fixed on EP3. Yes, this model has taken an age to do, but I would rather be slow with it and get it right than have it rushed and not up to a decent specification for people to use as a base. The file now sits as follows, awaiting print. Overall view, showing the extra rivet detail added in to the model, such as on the headstocks and the lower cab sides. One of the biggest failure points on the prototype turned out to be the headstocks, which were just too thin to withstand any sort of regular handling. So they have now been thickened, and an extra piece of bracing fitted to the join (the main failure point) And an overall view of all the pieces for the third file. There's a bit of experimentation to be done to see if not only a set of slidebars and crossheads/rods can be printed, but the bracket on the frame as well, hence 2 frames, 2 sets of cylinders and 2 sets of crossheads.

This what you were after Wolseley? NN1315 in mostly original form, believed to be taken at Eveleigh.