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I wasn't thinking about complete rakes, just how to transport and store a roster of delicate N scale cars which can be taken out or replaced fairly quickly. At the end of a show there is a temptation to just pack the boxes any old fashion and sort them out later. HO cars are reasonably tolerant of such handling but I expect N scale needs a bit more care and finesse. These 20 litre boxes are brilliant for HO cars. One or two full boxes is enough for one person to carry, and it only takes a few trips between the van and the exhibition hall to transfer the full roster. Having just revisited their web site, I see they also list these 10litre boxes which might fit the bill. I suppose its flexible enough that you need only have as many as you need. Oh dear, its beginning to look like I am answering my own question. I do wonder if there is something like a large lightweight box with a stack of pull out drawers. While I think a foam lining is the solution for heavy items like camera lenses, I have lost delicate parts off some models when they have become entangled in the foam. I'm getting hungry looking at those cakes now...

I have exhibited my own HO and OO layouts over the years and found that those large, low, clear plastic boxes manufactured by the Really Useful Box Company are ideal for storage and transport of freight cars. I can nest two layers of freight cars fairly securely in a single box (tray?) and stack several trays when needed. However, several American N scale layouts that I have seen at exhibitions can muster a huge roster of cars. What's the best way to transport and store them for ease? Just curious. Phil

https://www.lancasterguardian.co.uk/news/jobs-boost-at-lancaster-brick-works-after-3-2m-investment-1-9001482 The Lancaster Guardian newspaper reported a £3.2 million investment by the owners. Putting their money in bricks (and mortar?).

We had a walk up to the Claughton Ropeway on a misty Sunday (yesterday). Surprising to me was the colour and texture of the shale that is the raw material in brick manufacture. I always assumed it closely resembled clay, soft and pliable, but it is dry and flaky, a bit like puff pastry.

OOPS.

Mudgurads: the new name for Mudguards for all those rad rider dudes.........

Greetings Card seen in Kirkby Lonsdale this week.

There are several Bachmann 45 tonners available on ebay USA. Its worth contacting the seller and asking if they will ship to the UK. I have had good experience with several private sellers who did not originally offer their products to international buyers.

Well I have managed to book a table for tonight, but I'm sure it will all end in tears. She's rubbish at Snooker.

I'm fed up with analogue solitude, I think I'm going to try DCC conversation. I'm fed up with analogue solitude, I think I'm going to try DCC conversation.

Hi, I am new to Z scale and was wondering if someone could explain what a communter is please? Is it a particularly offensive passenger?

Saw this in a Go Outdoors store on Friday "Lightweight and comfortable, I've walked hundreds of miles in them. I'll defiantly be purchasing some more" Defiantly? Someone doesn't want him buying more? .....and another thing, if they are so good, why would you need to purchase more?

HO scale Stewart Hobbies RS3 Lehigh Valley 212

Some fascinating pictures here: https://www.bcd-urbex.com/lackenby-steelworks-redcar/ Phil

https://sites.google.com/site/carnforthironworks/today You can go and get your own for free. Keer estuary nature reserve West of Carnforth. Follow the signs to Warton raceway. They host banger racing on the site of the old Carnforth Haematite Ironworks slag bank. Fresh crushed limestone is a close representation.

There is a short movie on Youtube of the 1965 crash converted from amateur film which you may have seen already. Nice work, I can smell the salt air already.