Chris56057

14 minutes ago, Br60066 said:

Also can’t help but notice the large amount of class 60 shots …… please be a hint 😛

2 images with a Class 60 and associated wagons - not sure it's a hint to be honest. 

The Hornby model is still a very very good representation of the prototype and is perfect for some detailing and weathering to bring it to life. 

Keep telling myself I don't need one... 😅

But they look so so good..👍

I don't think the Class 60 has wide enough appeal for a brand new model. To be fair the Hornby model is still exceptionally good with detailing and weathering, although the lighting and sound capabilities could be improved. The shape and bulkiness of the prototype Hornby got fairly spot on in my opinion. 

Still, it would be interesting if Accurascale did one..👍

All gone a bit quiet, I'm guessing because the 92 is stealing the show.. 👍

1 hour ago, Gary H said:

To save me trawling back pages, what was latest ETA estimate for these please?

January or towards the spring?

Thanks.

I've emailed recently and was told either by the end of the year or early into the New Year. 

Surprised there hasn't been more posts with people showing off their new models! 👍

21 hours ago, AndyB said:

I'm getting HTTP 500 errors on the Layout topics and Wheeltappers when logged in using my Android phone with Chrome.

 

I dont get the same issues when using the Incognito browser. Nor using an ipad.

 

I cleared cookies and also restarted the device but no luck. 

 

I tried these URLs on "Down for everyone or just me" and it reports its "just me". But as previous comments suggest it's a bit random so this nay not be a helpful test.

 

Exact same issue for me. 

3 minutes ago, kevpeo said:

Pluxx 22 since the first one Chris. hth. Kev.

Thanks Kev, much appreciated.

Does anyone know what decoder interface these have please? 21 pin/Pluxx 22? 

Thanks,

Chris 

More 37's please..

Morning all,

Does anyone know when Bachmann will be releasing their next set of quartely announcements? 

Thanks,

Chris 

I'm an EM gauge modeller and have had relative success with pulling the wheels out on their original axles for locos such as the Hornby 60 and Bachmann 37.

However I’ve come to realise that this should only be a short term solution, in time I will re-wheel all of this stock but as a stop gap to get the stock running it's fine. 

The thickness of the wheel flange is the determing factor, the finer wheelsets will obviously perform better. 

2 minutes ago, Torbay Express said:

On a serious side, which ones are due on this occasion? 

 

If I am correct it's 37/6 (Inc Rails L/E?) and 37/0 (excluding Original Builds and exclusive 37 D6700). 

 

So does the Network Rail Exclusive fit in this batch? 

 

Then 37/4 is another batch, with Exclusive 37402 enclosed 

 

With 37/0 Original builds to follow last but by no means least! 

 

That then leaves the Heavy Tractor Group 37/7 to follow with the next set of announcements,if we are not all bankrupt or devorced by then.... 

 

The delivery schedule is as follows:

• Batch 1 is the Scottish Headlamp 37/0s and modern 37/4s. These are now in production and scheduled to ship at the end of August from China, arriving in stock in mid-October.
• Batch 2 is the 37/6s and the Yellow 97/3. Planned shipment end of October, arriving in stock in mid December.
• Batch 3 is the Blue/Green 37/0s. Planned shipment end of December, arriving in stock in February 2023.

Looking forward to this update I must admit 👍

Will the chassis side frames be able to un-clip? Just thinking in terms of weathering as it makes life a lot easier! 

46 minutes ago, 37501 said:

Any news on the arrival of the first batch of Class 37s please?

Post further up from Fran explaining that due to a competitor in the field, they have to be more guarded with news but there will be some in due course. 

I would be interested to see photos of 47790 in DRS if anyone has managed to pick one up?

Looking forward to being able to see/do a side by side comparison between this and the Bachmann version. I must admit that the Accurascale tractor does seem to represent better value in terms of pricing and kit within the model as standard. On the other hand though, I think it will come down to which liveries are produced in my modelling era. 

Looks good to me Will (not that I'm an expert) - I'm guessing you'll be able to build up the scenery on these sections now?

2 hours ago, McC said:

indeed. Every model includes the stay alive and the smaller ‘cube’ speaker as standard. 

Is this the same on the forthcoming 37?

Whilst looking through the Accurascale website yesterday I noticed that photos of the actual models had been added to the landing pages. 

https://www.accurascale.com/collections/class-37

All looking very promising. 

Excellent atmosphere and with the stock weathered so masterfully. Top work Nick. 

I'm very appreciative of the current AS 37 range, however part of me is still hoping for a last minute announcement of an early 2000's EWS 37/4 - plenty to pick from! 😆 

Seriously looking forward to these!

Are we going to see any further photos of the production models? Guessing there on their way? 

On 21/08/2022 at 20:04, RedgateModels said:

Quick question,  do we gloss varnish before applying,  or will it be okay straight on a satin finish? 

I always gloss varnish first with Railtec transfers Ian.