HSTfan

1 hour ago, TRAILRAGE said:

It doesn't I'm afraid. Never be afraid to ask for help. There's always something that can be learned. I still do. 

 

Heres a few pics that might help explain.

 

1- Buffer. The end part where the cocktail stick is pointing to locates in the Hole in the Bufferbeam.

 

2 - how the Buffers should look when located correctly. Hornby 56 with class 31 replacements.

 

3 - Bachmann 37 chassis ready to be modified.

 

4- measuring the stub to find what sized Drill bit will be needed

 

5 - the Diameter. I normally go 2mm do it creates an interference fit. That way you won't need to Glue them in.

 

6 - very carefully using just your fingers to twist as its plastic  (although you may well need a pinvice to hold it in if its metal) as you will have better control.

 

7- fit the Buffers. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fantastic, thank you! Did you say that the original buffer body would have be to removed? How would I do this? 

14 minutes ago, TRAILRAGE said:

Ah right. so the original Buffer body is still in the Bufferbeam. This will have to be removed so the new Buffers can be fitted. Ill take some pics which might help explain if your not sure.

 

Cheers Trailrage

Yes please. Pictures would be great as I'm quite new to this. I usually just take the trains out of the box and put it straight in the display case. It's rare do I ever get hands on. Thanks again

Your location doesn't happen to have any connection with the Omega Dark Side of the Moon watch does it? I'm on some watch forums as well which is why I ask

On 07/07/2021 at 12:39, TRAILRAGE said:

Interesting. Can you take a pic of the end of the Buffer which locates into the Bufferbeam and the holes in the Bufferbeam itself ? Never had any issue fitting  these to my Hornby 56 but Its possible you may have to open out the hole on the Bufferbeam with a drill bit. It's a simple job though.

 

Cheers Trailrage 

The left buffer is the original one from the power car. 

Not a great picture, I’ll try taking another one when I get the chance. 

On 05/06/2021 at 18:47, TRAILRAGE said:

WHOOPS!  My bad didn't notice that you could always use these as an alternative 

 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/184501326909?mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5338364430&customid=184501326909_1&toolid=11000

 

Cheers Trailrage

So I’ve bought them but they don’t seem to fit unless I’m doing something wrong.
The HST buffers don’t seem to be available anywhere.

3 minutes ago, TRAILRAGE said:

WHOOPS!  My bad didn't notice that you could always use these as an alternative 

 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/184501326909?mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5338364430&customid=184501326909_1&toolid=11000

 

Cheers Trailrage

Great, thanks. On the Petersspares link, I entered my email address where it says, “For all stock enquiries relating to this product please enter your email address below.” So I’m waiting for them to get back to me. If no luck, I’ll get the ones on eBay instead.

Thanks again

2 minutes ago, TRAILRAGE said:

Hello HSTFan.

 

The buffer packs you need are these from peters spares. 

 

https://www.petersspares.com/Hornby-x9959-class-43-hst-125-sprung-oval-buffers-pk2.ir

 

Cheers Trailrage

Thanks Trailrage. Unfortunately, it seems to be temporarily out of stock. I’ll keep a lookout.

Hi,

So I recently bought a set of Grand Central HST powers but some of the buffers are missing. I know they sell buffers on the Hornby website but do you know which one is compatible for the HST? It kind of looks like  2-BIL Buffer Pack (R3162) but I’m not sure. Any advice would be very much appreciated.

Thanks 

On 17/02/2020 at 18:17, JohnTGillott said:

I have recently remotored on of this era with a kit from "strathpefferjunction.com" and what a super job it makes, if you're interested go to web site and look at "HA6" kit.

First time I’ve been on the forum for ages so only just seem this, thanks for the tip. Since I started this thread almost 14 months ago, I have bought 4 other HST sets but all brand new from modern era (GWR, LNER, XC and NR). I also hope to get the FGW and Pullman HSTs when they are released later this year.

7 hours ago, John ks said:

To me that track looks like Bachmann Ez track

If you really want the power connector track then look for Bachmann terminal rerailer, they come in straight & curved pieces

That’s the one, thanks!

Thanks for all your help

Thanks for your reply Nigel. Which control systems would you recommend? 
 

So I don’t need a specific rail to connect the output pins. I can just solder it on is what I’m understanding from your post.

Thanks for your reply. What is the track called though that accepts the clip from the command centre? I’m not sure what to type in to google or eBay to find that specific track piece. Rookie question I’m sure but thanks for your help. 

Hello, 

I’m new so not very clued up on how DCC works, etc... so please be patient. 

I’m planning on buy a BNSF SD70ACe locomotive by Walthers in HO gauge.

I’m also planning to buy a ‘Trainline Railtech Digital Trainset’ by Walthers to run the DCC.

Ridiculous question but what is the piece of rail called that is connected to the output cord of the digital controller? As you can imagine, when I try to search for it on eBay,etc... it’s very overwhelming when there are hundreds of results. 

I was using this tutorial and it’s at 1:35 which has the piece of track called rerailer but when I type into eBay, I get loads of results and not sure which it is. 

Thanks in advance 

Hi Thejohnster.

Thanks for the advice. I don’t feel comfortable opening it up myself as I’m not an expert. I’m a driver not a fitter haha. There are plenty of colleagues I can ask though as some are really into their model trains particular some of the ex -BR guys.

Thanks for the advice, I’ll have a look. 

Thanks to you both so much and everyone else who relplied. I got it working. It was seized and freed it by gently applying pressure as JDW said.

What a wonderful forum you’ve got here!

Hi Stovepipe. It definitely is heavier and feels the same weight as my Virgin Trains HST 43087 powered power car. Wheels do not rotate and peeking through the side/back window, there is a similar mechanism to that of my VT power car so it looks like there is a motor. 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hornby-R2299-FIRST-GREAT-WESTERN-TRAINS-HST-TRAIN-PACK-NEW-IN-BOX-/223788424983?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&nma=true&si=mgS%2Bm0TOdZRZwr36wcO1SyCOCB4%3D&orig_cvip=true&nordt=true&rt=nc

This is the link here

I bought it on eBay (stupid idea perhaps) and yes it was boxed in the original Hornby packaging and looks new to my untrained eye.

I’m not sure if it is the super detailed version- it’s power cars 43042 and 43029 if it helps. The lights work for both but it won’t run (43042 has the motor and 43029 is the dummy)

Yes, power car 43042 is powered and 43029 is unpowered (it also came with 2 coaches). 

Hello,

I’m new to this forum and sorry if this is in the wrong place. I bought a Hornby HST in First Great Western livery recently which was described as new and appears to be so. As soon as it was delivered, I tested it- the lights work but it doesn’t move. If someone could please advise me what the problem is, I would be greatful.

Thanks in advance