the penguin of doom

Finally, a Peak! Oh, nice trackwork too.....

Not sure about the model version, but I have had the privelage of driving D335 on a driver experience course and can confirm it is great fun leaving Bury towards Heyward and, having traversed the sharp curve just by the box, one is left with, "ahem", no option but notch 10 for the steep gradient over the Tram link line. Cheers. Sean.

Very nice Chris, and contrary to Clives memories, just how I remember them from my spotting days You should be justly chuffed! Cheers. Sean.

I'm not very familiar with these loco's, but I "think" the headcode disc versions had differing arrangements of cant rail grilles? Possible that the later disc versions had a similar/same arrangement as the split/centre box versions? I'd prefer if one of the experts would confirm this though. The Green to Blue livery changes are a bit of a nightmare too. I intend to model D212 in 1968 as one of my eventual models and was suprised to find a picture of her in a recent Traction magazine in heavily patched Green livery and full Yellow end. Cheers. Sean.

I've said it before, I'll say it again. Can't wait to see this one on the road especially if the Bradfield Peaks are still on the loco roster. I can see a happy hour or two being lost..... Cheers. Sean.

Phew!

More than a day since the thread was started and still nothing from Jeff. Jeff..... Jeff..... JEEEFFFFFFF!!!! Where is he?????

Hi Brian. Since you have sanctioned some Trans - Pennine pictures, here's just a couple of the DMCs..... Back when I made this model, I was very pleased with the result, but having had around 15 years to look back on my skills, I'm confident that my new attempt will be proportionately more accurate. Just need to finish the many jobs around the new house whilst juggling, (not literally), a 10 week old daughter..... Cheers. Sean.

Hi Brian. Thanks for your comments re my Buffet Car. It was constructed using Southern Pride models Mk1 parts. The window frames were made by Mr Southern Pride, from cut vinyl which was self adhesive. Not strictly prototypical for the Trans - Pennine as they had flush frames but back then you would work with what you had. I have photo's of the full 6 car set, but don't want to hijack your thread. When I started construction of my current attempt, I sold this one to help fund the project. Cheers. Sean.

Hi Brian. I really like the tone of your paintwork, very reminiscent of how the DMU's looked. Hardly ever shiney, but generally clean. I assume it's egg shell varnish but it looks right. One assumes you have used the Fox transfer sets? When I did my first Trans - Pennine build about 15 years ago, I had to make the word "BUFFET" from the letters "R", "U", "E" and "L" as I recall as, back then, the correct colour and font were not available..... Cheers. Sean.

That bridge looks really good. Very reminiscent of those on the NYMR. Cheers. Sean.

I'll bet those two made a smashing sound rumbling away under Yorks roof.....

This is stunning work and for an ex signalman like me, a great way to, (eventally), spend time watching the trains go by. Can't wait to see the layout out on the circuit. Cheers. Sean.

Hi Ron. Might be a bit of a thick question, or even dicussed previously, but have you considered "Maskol?" It may be that you can't get it shipped out to you, but may be worth a try? Cheers. Sean.

What a great thread! I only wish I had some pictures to contribute but alas, I was not allowed as far as York, (or Scarborough), in 1981. Talking of Scarborough, the shots there are super. I'm willing to bet no-one has a shot of a Deltic in my home town of Bridlington? Cheers. Sean.

Some superb camera angles in the videos and the layout looks lovely. Thanks for sharing. Cheers. Sean.

I doubt it somehow Ron.....

Last/first/only 50 on the Waverley....?

Be sure to post a link Ron. Wouldn't want to miss this one. Cheers. Sean.

Hi Brian. I've just had a chance to re-read the thread and note the discussion on exhaust pipes on the previous page. If it's any use to you, I cast some exhaust stacks from resin for my Trans - Pennine and will have a number spare. You can check how they look over the last few pages of my thread. Maybe a bit late for these ones, but you'd be welcome to a few if you need them. Alternatively, I still have the mould which would probably travel through the post better. Cheers. Sean.

Hi Brian. Just found this thread, some super work going on here and the units are instantly recognisable in your models. Can I also ask how you will be going about modelling the underframe detail? I've used Lima spares on my Trans - Pennine, but I'm not sure how they actually look compared to the real thing so am looking for some inspiration..... Cheers. Sean.

Immidiately apparent Colin and looking very good too! Cheers. Sean.

Good on you for not immidiately striking this one off your list ForeverLiving. As 298 says in post 123, (above), there's a considerable amount of cash involved, so tread carefully, but as quoted, if you have the time, money and effort needed, I'm sure there would be many Peak fans willing you to succeed. Heck, you may even get some offers of help..... Please do keep us posted. Cheers. Sean.

I'd be willing to take a trip to William Hills, (other establishments to waste hard earned cash are available), and pop a tenner on saying there will be Chard..... Cheers. Sean.

Hmmmn. The penguin has a birthday coming up in May. Just need to wait for Mrs Penguin to ask if there's anything in particular I'd like this year. A wu ha ha ha hah..... Cheers. Sean.