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Hello there, Looking for an experienced hobbyist knows there way around a Bachmann Mk2. Essentially I have a set of the old Model Rail DRS Escort coaches, now while they look nice they are still essentially just glorified repaints. NIU models have recently released an upgrade kit for the BR Mk2 which I would like added to the coaches. Tried to directly link NIU models here but it wouldn't let me, but the kit in question is their latest post here - https://www.facebook.com/niumodels The project will require modifications to the coaches with previous bits excising and new ones that I will suppy with instructions from NIU being added. The new additions would then need to be colour matched to the coach work they are being added to. I don't have enough experience with this level of modification of rolling stock to trust myself to do a good job on this, so I am looking for a more experienced pair of hands to assist. If you are interested, either post below or PM me and we can talk further. Thanks for looking

The Hattons Genesis Coaches Run 3 will include Longmoor Versions.

Found this on Shapeways https://www.shapeways.com/product/EKJT8CEAF/lner-class-f4-2-4-2-tank-locomotive-kit?optionId=56452421&li=user-wishlist Which I think is the closest I can get to an F4. I have ZERO experience with building my own locomotives though. Even as a display non runner I imagine the rods et al are complicated to assemble.

The train itself, needs a couple of bits still doing but happy with how it is turning out.

Been wanting to build one of these for a while and the article in Model Rail finally inspired me to have a go. One notable stumbling block was the lack of an RTR F4, so I had to compromise with a second hand R1 I liberated from Hattons. Below is the general look I was going for.

Fantastic, very excited.

WIP on yard scenery

Wagons arrived! Thanks for the heads up!

Kernow had a few apparently so ordered x2, The website for the other place was down.

What was the original set?

Certainly looks smarter than my own attempts

Today's purchases. Modern Warwell and Land Rover 1 Tonne Ambulance.

Not forgotten about the layout, since the old one has now been disassembled I currently planning a new diorama/smaller layout using AnyRail software. Plus a visit to Hatton's tomorrow!

A mate of mine who does graphic design.

They would be perfect for my planned layout.