davefromacrossthepond

Beautiful Girl - INXS

Okay, so it isn't just me that happens to?

Make sure you post your findings/thoughts on here. My first adventure with acrylics (cheap artist tubes on sale) was quite the process of trial and error. Like almost everything in this hobby, my first efforts were less than optimal, but each following experiment got better and better. I will admit at first I thought "paint is paint", but painting with acrylics requires a different skillset than enamels, not more/less difficult, just different.

Phil, Why do I think this will be your favorite loco regardless of era/region modelled?

I've found that over the years, Wiha tools (screw drivers, allen drivers, etc) are pretty much tops. Although a bit pricey - the ones I bought about 20 years ago have outlasted dozens of "cheapy" ones.

I really wanted to "hit the groan button" on this one, but was too busy giggling.

There are so many combinations of "if/then" scenarios with this that I'm sure this thread will have a couple more dozen pages in the next day or so. For my part - keeping my fingers crossed that this works out well for everyone!

Bruce, Thanks for the info. Just ordered 3 Cambrian SR Brake Vans from H&A.

I would add: burnt & raw sienna, burnt & raw umber. With black, white and the primary colors, you would have a great set to practice with.

Or a NFL player.

Not sure why I can't get the pic to open in the quote.

Maybe it's just me, but in addition to really liking this layout, I do think the photograph here is amazing. In capturing the interaction between these two guys, it also captures what makes this hobby so great. Is it just me?

DCC Concepts seems to have some of the Right Track dvds. They appear to have the locomotive volume 2 dvd, but perhaps not the volume 1 one. https://www.dccconcepts.com/product-category/specialised-model-accessories/modelling-books-and-media/

Fascinating indeed on how trons seem to work and not work without any reasonable explanation at all. When I was in the Navy we used to call it PFM (Pure blank Magic). I believe the earlier generation called it "gremlins." Perhaps the Chinese or North Koreans are cyber attacking BRM? The important thing is that it worked out in the long run. I have to say I'm impressed by the speed at which Steve responds to posted problems (not just on this thread, but many others). Mistakes and errors can happen to anyone - it's how one responds to them that should be measured. Good on you Steve!

Graham_Muz, becasse, Thanks for the additional information. It is very much appreciated! Dave

Well, as usual, one more search and I found my answer. I do apologize for unnecessarily posting my question.

Concerning the P-Class just announced by Hattons. I understand the black with the "sunshine" lettering was a wartime livery scheme and that the Maunsell green was a 20-30s scheme. When would the Black with "Egyptian" lettering have been started? Am I correct in assuming that this black scheme would have been sometimes after 1936ish and prior to 1941? I know this is probably a very simple question, but I don't seem to be able to find anything definitive. I think this Hatton's model will look great on my small shunting layout.

Rich, New to CAD? Well, I must say that I'm impressed. Love the design - please let us know how it progresses! Dave

When the Terrier came out my thought was "it's only one engine to go with that Parkside wagon I have. I could try O and build a small layout right?" Now the thought is slowly turning to . . . "if I make the layout a bit bigger I could have two engines on scene. It's only two right?" Hmmmmmmmmmm. Darn you Dapol!!

What Richard said, but Parkside Dundas (now Peco) worked for me. My original thought was "I'll just build a couple of these wagons - they look pretty cool." That turned into "I just need a couple of pieces of track to sit them on." That was then followed by "Wow, that Dapol terrier isn't really all that expensive, and it would be nice to have something to move those wagons back and forth." Yeah, it's a trap. But a way fun one!

dvdlcs, 57xx, Thanks! Looking forward to the next race and I'll be definitely watching those lights. Knowing how things like that work does make watching the race much more enjoyable for sure. My next step is to understand the "team orders" aspect of F1. It certainly is an interesting dynamic. The two drivers for Force India certainly made the Belgium race somewhat exciting. (I'm trying to picture Dale Earnhardt Sr. racing F1! lol). Dave

Having just starting watching F1, I have a question that I'm sure has a very simple answer, but I cant seem to find on my own. When watching cars from behind there seems to be some sort of flashing orange/red light on the back of some in the corners. What is this? As an aside - I watched the recent Belgium race . . . very exciting. I may be hooked.

Currently I'm working on an HO layout based on the industrial locations "north" of Philadelphia's 34th St. Station. At what many would consider the other extreme, I'm in the midst of planning a small OO effort that hopefully will include something that looks "British" lol. My final effort is a cameo layout that includes a maintenance depot for X-wing fighters. After many years in the hobby, I've realized that I often "run out of steam" when staying in one "mode" for too long of a time. Switching projects allows me to "recharge" and get excited again.

Back in the 80s I used brake fluid on an Athearn body. The results were not good - parts of the shell actually crazed quite a bit and some portions, for lack of a better word, melted. Since then have used 94 percent IPA (testing on the inside of the body first).

Looks like a very extensive line and the prices don't seem unreasonable. Hopefully he'll find a buyer and the line will continue.