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  1. Les Bird
    Thanks for the reply. As it happens, I had realised that and had successfully separated the two halves. Despite the fact that the chassis is apparently cast, the whole tender was so light that it constantly derailed if pushing any wagons. The weight I added has now done the trick.
  2. Les Bird
    I have one of the loco drive 9F's which is generally a good runner but the tender is far too light. Removing the two screws on the underside releases the wheels but I can't see how to get inside the tender body. It has what looks like a speaker outlet so I guess it must be possible, My first thought was a removable coal load but, if it's meant to come out, it's very tight. Any suggestions? I should have said, it's a high sided tender and is not the one which came with the loco. Problem now solved
  3. Les Bird
    While it's true that the rearmost seat was for two, it was wider than the others, presumably to avoid an awkward gap between the set and the stairs
  4. Les Bird
    I was born and brought up in Romford and later commuted daily to Liverpool Street. This is exactly how I remember the station. Sadly Romford has changed over the years and is now almost unrecognisable.
  5. Les Bird
    Most solvent free glues should be ok. I've used PVA to attach plastic figures to plastic seats and they've stayed in place with no issues.
  6. Les Bird
    IMHO it's a better use than lighting cigarettes
  7. Les Bird
    These are looking really good. You can keep all the modern units (cracked or not!), give me a 309 any time especially in maroon.
  8. Les Bird
    I recently purchased a Hornby Thompson suburban coach. The shop kept me informed about the progress of my order and the coach arrived very well packed in only a couple of days. Excellent service and a keen price too. Highly recommended
  9. Les Bird
    I've also rewheeled several B12 tenders with 16mm wheels with no problems/
  10. Les Bird
    I have a set of wheels from the Lord of the Isles for which I have no use
  11. Les Bird
    Mark Hughes Models have an extensive range of etched mirrors
  12. Les Bird
    Is it one of the early ones with serrated wheels? If so, changing the wheels may help.
  13. Les Bird
    Are the coupling rods jointed in the middle and is there a reasonable amount of sideplay for the wheels? If not, that might be your problem.
  14. Les Bird
    I still run a Hornby Dublo one. I've flushed glazed the cab which goes a long way to hiding the motor, fitted modern couplings and painted it black. Next I intend to replace the centre drivers. It has never let me down even when it has spent a long time out of use.
  15. Les Bird
    This is a great idea and I could certainly donate some items if anyone can point me in the right direction.
  16. Les Bird
    All good stuff. The little, apparently insignificant, details can make a world of difference to the overall scene when included.
  17. Les Bird
    Her scratch building skills were very impressive. I always looked forward to Railway Modeller articles featuring her work.
  18. Les Bird
    Check on a hidden area of the glazing first. If nail varnish remover clouds it, try brake fluid
  19. Les Bird
    In my experience, brute force is the answer. It's usually possible to separate the two decks without damage.
  20. Les Bird
    I think you may be right about Mike's Models. i acquired one of his Great Eastern water columns some ago but I've not been able to find another one.
  21. Les Bird
    I concur. I have an Anglepoise lamp and a fluorescent. Usually good light is all I need despite wearing glasses. If I need extra magnification, I have a magnifying lens which clamps onto my glasses and there is also a magnifying lens attached to my helping hands.
  22. Les Bird
    F4, J17, J20. Sorry, just fantasising!"
  23. Les Bird
    I'm not a GW modeller so I won't be buying one but all credit to Accurascale for the tremendous efforts they are putting into securing every detail. It promises to be a very popular model.
  24. Les Bird
    A lot really depends on what sort of ink was used for the printing. In theory, if thoroughly soaked, it should come off but, whether or not the ink will run, will only become apparent after the event! You may also find that the plywood warps.
  25. Les Bird
    Looking vey good. It would be nice to see some of the buses too.
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