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  1. goatdriver
    Eileen's Emporium has 22 SWG (.75 mm) piano wire (which is the diameter DCC Concepts suppies with the Cobalts) in 36 inch lengths.
  2. goatdriver
    I've used the sand one also. The cement paint has less texture than the sand paint.
  3. goatdriver
    I don't know if it's available in the UK (I'm in the US), but Rustoleum has a new spray paint called "Cement" (product #323384) that does a great job simulating grey concrete. It has just enough texture to work well in 4mm scale. I've used it on both polystyrene and laser cut MDF (over Rustoleum grey primer) and am very pleased with the results. Attached is a photo Peco inspection pits I used it on.
  4. goatdriver
    You might want to check out Robert's Brick Mortar. They're located in the US, but they ship worldwide. URL is http://robertsbrickmortar.com/
  5. goatdriver
    I've had excellent results using Deluxe Roket Card Glue to glue Peco platform sides and also Plastikard to plywood and softwood, and I would expect it to work equally on mdf. It has a decent amount of working time. I've also used it successfully to glue styrene sheet to Plastikard. It's probably not necessary, but I always let it dry overnight.
  6. goatdriver
    I use my cleaning pot in my spray booth with the fan on, sending any fumes that escape the filter up the hose and out the window.
  7. goatdriver
    I've made several purchases from Rails, and the service has always been exemplary. I live in the US, and they've always deducted the VAT from the total.
  8. goatdriver
    My feeling is that I rather be sure that it will run well should I decide to add gradients or tighter curves to my layout.
  9. goatdriver
    Parts consist of a sheet of transparent c-shaped washers--photo attached, I hope (washers are clear, I photographed sheet on a piece of green paper). Instructions are also attached (again, I hope). scan.pdf
  10. goatdriver
    Being in the US, it was problematic to return my IEP to Hornby for the modifications to correct the derailing issues. I contacted Hornby by email and, and after confirming that I was willing to do the fix myself, they quickly sent me the necessary parts and well-illustrated instructions for doing the mods myself. Well done to Hornby.
  11. goatdriver
    Ordered the chips and speakers on 15th, shipped on 16th, delivered in US on 20th. Can't beat that kind of service!
  12. goatdriver
    Thanks, Charlie. Appreciate the advice from the expert. Robert
  13. goatdriver
    Ordered the high bass speakers
  14. goatdriver
    DC Kits/DE Video now have DCC sound kits available for the Hornby Class 800. Just ordered mine.
  15. goatdriver
    Thanks all. I appreciate the insights. Time to get started laying track (nice cool basement, so the summer heat wave isn't a problem).
  16. goatdriver
    I'm doing modern era (present day).
  17. goatdriver
    I'm in the US, so I have no first hand access to UK railways. I'm building a GW mainline layout with Peco code 75 concrete sleeper flextrack, but they only offer one type of point with concrete bearers. Would it be prototypically correct to mix wooden bearer points with concrete sleeper track? Thanks in advance.
  18. goatdriver
    I've just started my OO layout using code 75 concrete sleeper flextrack. Being in the US, I don't have firsthand knowledge of UK railways. Do UK mainlines (particularly the Great Western mainline) use wooden sleepered points with concrete sleepered track? If they do, it certainly gives me more flexibility in track layout while being prototypically correct. Thanks in advance.
  19. goatdriver
    You might want to look at the Ratio 538 Gutters and Downspouts. Each gutter is about 137 mm long, but I had no problem cementing two together to get the length I needed. The gutters have little prongs on them, so you can drill small holes in the walls and mount them with a bit of glue. I used them on a Gaugemaster Fordhampton TMD, and they worked very nicely. Attached is a photo of what comes in the pack.Ratio 538 pdf.pdf
  20. goatdriver
    3DK has a very nice free kit available on their site. For newbie to card kits, it's a good way to practice on a small building. It's a nice kit with quite a few options.
  21. goatdriver
    Placed an internet order with Hatton's on Saturday; delivered in the US on Wednesday. Can't beat that service.
  22. goatdriver
    I'd like to add that Rails provides superb delivery to the US. I ordered 25 yards of flexitrack, some turnouts, and a few other items. The order was very securely packaged with plenty of bubble wrap and arrived in perfect condition 10 days after it was shipped.
  23. goatdriver
    Received an order from Rails yesterday, shipped to US by courier--order included 25 yards of flextrack--took only 11 days to arrive. Best prices I could find and excellent service.
  24. goatdriver
    Ordered Bachmann Class 66 (Model Rail special) from KRMC. Shipped on 6th January (Royal Mail/US Mail); arrived at my home in US on 16th January. Can't beat that for transatlantic delivery.
  25. goatdriver
    Good question. Being located in the US, I don't have access to prototypes, other than through images online.
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