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    Peco Turntable Motor

    ColHut replied to sp1's topic in Peco

    Thankyou both. I seem unable to press the thanks button at the moment. I will check out both options. regards
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    Peco Turntable Motor

    ColHut replied to sp1's topic in Peco

    Did this item ever see the light of day? it is variously listed as "TBA" and "discontinued" on various websites? regards
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    At least the new site works properly on Safari on my Ipad 1. Not an enormous demgraphic, but at least I don't have to scroll down for several empty pages to see things anymore. Generally though, it needs to work better on a desktop taking advantage of a typicl 24" wide screen. regards
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    When the servos are powered up, assuming they are controlled by a megapoints controller, do they twitch and head off to some position as with most analogue servos?
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    Interesting too that the slack and compression of loose coupled wagons is rather nicely simulated with tension lock couplings. Not as nice as three link but I do like watching them bunch up and spread out on longer trains. regards
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    I have noticed too that some of the Dapol ones in particular drop hooks. In general I finf the Hornby NEM small the more robust, and slightly longer than the Dapol/Bachmann ones which is better on tight corners. regards
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    My understanding is that the "clsed circuit" type in the event of a break in the circuit, would cause a false positive result, a failure in the "open circuit" type would not be noted unless tested, and, as happened, resulted in a delay such that an accident ocurred. regards
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    Thanks Jim, Yes this is in respect of stop signals and compliance with Rule 55. I quite like this early alternative to track circuiting. I note that at least one accident is recorded as being partially caused by a non-functioning Fireman's plunger operating on an open circuit which was not known to be faulty until it was too late. regards
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    Thanks for that. You might know then if they operated on a closed or open circuit, and if they set or held the block to train on line when pressed. Was there an indicator also provided in the signalbox. regards
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    G'day, I am looking for images of the above on the Great Northern Railway. I think introduced originally by the LNWR in 1907. I have one image of one at Firsby East Junction including 'D' plate on the signal post, but the image is rather small and side on (from Vanns' Illustrated history of GNR signalling p.52). Any help appreciated. regards
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    Just a note to say that there are several pictures of Stamford Shed including what appears to be a very similar sand bin next to the coal stage in Peter Paye's GNR Branches from Stamford (2017 Lightmoor Press). It seems to have some detail differences in the lid, and possibly painted green. regards
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    Out of curiosity, did they try and keep the corridors on the same side within the sets? I am thinking that if they did then the brake 3rds would some times have the passenger-end of the brakes nextt to the loco or at the very end of the train. regards
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    My understanding was that only yard restricted or otherwise restricted running stock was green. Service vehicles blue (as above). regards
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    Essery, Roland and Steel, British Goods Wagons from 1887 to the present day (Newton Abbot, 1970) p.131. It is the only place I have seen this. regards
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    G'day Just noted that Essery in his British Goods Wagons states that Pre 1930 LNER Loco coal wagons were painted green, thereafter grey. All other sources say grey, including Tatlow. Is there a definitive answer somewhere? regards
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    P.O. wagons - history

    ColHut replied to VicZA's topic in Books

    For a good overview try Goods & Not So Goods here http://igg.org.uk/rail/ See section on railway freight operations. regards
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    P.O. wagons - history

    ColHut replied to VicZA's topic in Books

    If not listed in the index, (see above) and you know the region, then the various Kelly's Directories may be useful. Issued perhaps annually and by county I think. Some are available online. E.g. http://specialcollections.le.ac.uk/cdm/ref/collection/p16445coll4/id/8913 regards
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    So the solebar is wood faced front and back with steel plates? regards
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    Does anybody know if the range was taken on by someone else? regards
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    Thanks for that. That was my expectation too. Just surprised by their lack of visibility. regards
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    As the question says. Many period pictures fail to show any at all. That might just reflect the photographer's (lack of) interest in the matter. Was there any requirement that Loading gauges actually be in place on goods sidings? regards
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    Thanks for that. Sounds like a good use of space. I take it there was no ceiling, just the tank above on or part of the roof. Do you have any pictures of said tower? Ah found some pics here: http://farwesterndieselhydraulics.com/long-rock/ Quite a prominent chimney! regards
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    G'day all, Just trying to work out what the space was used for under the water tank when it was on a brick or stone base with windows and doors? Just pumping gear or was it used for offices or storage?. Any body have any pics? regards
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    G'day, For those interested, here is a history of Ronuk in Portslade. http://portsladehistory.blogspot.com/2016/02/ronuk-of-portslade.html?m=1 The 3500 gallon tank wagon is described as being sent direct to the premises from Esso. Contents were solvents, possibly turpentine? regards
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    Thanks for that. 80mm wide? too much alas. Looks like scratch building or a canopy instead (I only have 83mm wide) Thanks
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