Perfect Paul

I'm not surprised that Rapido have got a busy schedule ahead of them this year. They produce some very nice models indeed. I just wish they would be a bit more honest with us, the "Great British public" and not publish incorrect information in all of our magazines, and then go very quiet on us, leaving others to face the "Flack" Not a Good way of doing business !!! Cheers, Paul

Hi Ben, With the quality that you and Mike are producing, I would say that : You're "Gonna" need a Bigger Boat !!! Cheers, Paul.

No apology required Charlie. I think most of us realise that you and Arran have done all of the research & development for this fine model, as well as investing God knows how many thousands of pounds of your own money !!! It doesn't seem right that once Rapido take control of the model, then the "False promises" start appearing from Rapido. It would be nice if Rapido (Jason & Team) actually "owned up" to getting their schedules wrong and their reasons for this, instead of making numerous incorrect announcements about delivery dates for Warley. As modellers we understand that delays can and do happen for various reasons, but why have Rapido gone shouting from "The Rooftops" about stock being available for Warley, and then they have disappeared into thin air, leaving you to take the "Flack" from customers. They should be supporting you, and helping you manage their error !!! Seems very unfair to me !!!

Let's Not Forget : Why on Earth did Rapido go running around telling various model magazines that all variants would be available at Warley ??? False information from Rapido serves No useful purpose at all to anybody. It only serves disappointment !!!

Sometimes he pauses for breath !!! A very knowledgeable man, and very trustworthy and helpful indeed. I've never gone wrong when I have followed his advice. Usual disclaimer etc.

That explains why ZIMO decoders appear to be cheaper than other makes. I didn't realise that a speaker wasn't provided, and that you had to purchase a speaker as well. When I have studied the overall cost of the sound chip + active drive + speaker, it soon becomes apparent that this certainly Bumps up the price somewhat.

Very much looking forward to this article, about such an amazingly superdetailed and very realistic layout. I'm sure the photographs will do it proud !!! Cheers.

Hi, Today I have purchased a set of the Hornby GWR HST power cars. First time of dealing with Holt models of Swansea. Guess what !!! Great customer service, and he even tested them and sent me a video of them running. How Good is that ??? and all of this came at an excellent price. You can't ask for better than that. Brilliant, and very grateful for this level of customer service.

Hi, I fully understand the gentleman's frustration at receiving models with either missing or broken parts. In my experience, The Hornby customer services dept have been second to none in the four times that I have dealt with them over the years. Well worth contacting them, i'm sure they will help.

Hi, I would imagine that the spares department at Bachmann would probably have some. Give them a call. In my experience, they are very nice people to deal with. Knowledgeable and helpful. (Bachmann spares dept 01455 245575) Hope you get sorted.

Hi Fran, Perfect !!! Thanks for the very quick response. That information will certainly help. I'm not sure if these wagons would have run through my layout of Nottingham Station, "London Road" But, I'm sure that I could have a "Diversion" in progress !!! Thank you again. Cheers, Paul

Hi, Has anybody got any information regarding the length of these wagons. Just wondering if I would get a rake of 18 wagons into the fiddle yard. If not, I might have to build a New layout to accommodate them, they look that Good !!! Thanks for any help forthcoming.

I like your thinking !!! You say I ought to "Think Big", quite correct, but I feel that it's the Ladies who should be thinking Big !!!

It's only right and proper that I share any Newly released models, with fellow modellers. Lol

Wow, That's what you call "Modelling" I don't mind waiting 4 or 5 years for one of those to come along !!! (Lol) Happy New Year to all us modellers.

Hi Ben & Mike That's a Lot of progress, for two guys that also have Full time jobs. Well done, and may the many modellers of the world continue to support you !!! Thank you Paul

To be fair, having met and spoken to Richard Proudman, I think that Bachmann have chosen a Good candidate to continue Dennis Lovetts hard work. I'm sure that the lines of communication will be kept open to us all, as long as the bosses at Bachmann support Richard in his work.

Where is it going to then ??? "Me Duck"

Hi, can I please ask you where you got your 950 from ??? Looks very good indeed. Cheers.

Excellent photographs. Really captures the atmosphere nicely Cheers.

I think that there is more chance of either Hattons or Rails entering the frame regarding a re-tooled 37 or 47, and of course, Realtrack could possibly spring a nice surprise. One never knows !!! Cheers.

Hi Mick, That is only a "small" subtle hint, for a wagon that could have "LARGE" appeal. Here's hoping, or should it be : here's hOOping !!! Cheers.

What are Rapido playing at ??? Rapido told all the various model magazines that both livery versions would be available for purchase at this years Warley show. Rapido make the announcement, but then leave it to the retailer to sort out the confusion and disappointment. It seems that they have only produced the EMT "Nottingham to Skegness" version. What have they done with all of the other varieties ??? Maybe I should go down to the beach and see if they have fallen off the boat, and washed up on the shore !!! Lol

Don't forget the East Midlands Trains 220/221 as well ???