Stephen Freeman

I should add that I do not pre-wire the LEDs, I install the wires at the time of building and only attach the LEDs (either 0402 or 0603s depending which will fit) after painting.

True, but not applicable for non-electric lights. The other problem you will face is one of heat. SMD LEDs are temperature sensitive and will not tolerate anything over 350C, you may well find it difficult to solder to the post without blowing the LED. They are easier to replace if done my way.

Somewhere I have seen or have a photo of a signal at Churston, which had a Cash Register but cannot remember whether i was a bracket signal or not, I will keep my eyes open.

Despite some tussles with the "Carpet Monster", the somersault arms are now on having had a bit more time to devote to it today as a result of the big fire in Liverpool yesterday. For those not familiar with the area, the building next to it is known as the Friary and is home to the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic's rehearsal rooms. Which is where our son should have been today, for rehearsals for the impending reunion concert at the Philharmonic Hall with Sir Simon Rattle in February.

2 of 3 arms on the somersault bracket now on and connected as far as the crank on the doll, the 3rd one, which is a subsiduary arm is on and almost connected (ran out of daylight today), at least this one doesn't need a crank, it will be straight down to the weight bar. May just be completed tomorrow or more likely Saturday.

Arms and laddering for the somersault bracket and the LNWR bracket signal

I have been spending some time trying to replace the "missing photos", I have got most of them back in place but still a few to find. A couple of bracket signals to hopefully complete this weekend or so and then it's back to the mega LSWR build in 4mm scale.

I too have built it in 4mm scale but spec was for a not working version, though it could have have been. I have a photo somewhere...

Old Oak Common, for those without the book, it's a little unusual as the bracket is attached to an embankment wall with no main vertical post, still answers the questions though.

Both types p48 Great Western Signalling. Reading West

Yes, I have both books, the main difference is that there is a photo of an entire D&S fret in the NERA mightly tome.

Original pattern of weight bar bracket used mainly on UQ tubular signals and LSWR lattice posts. There is a better alternative on the latest etch for the UQ signal arms. I don't think the pattern in the photo is on any current etch.

Instructions for slotted signals -On checking, I relied on the chapter by Mick Nicholson in the NERA book on the matter for guidance, though I did deviate slightly.

The ex D&S ones are for slotted signals, there are photos on Wizard but perhaps not easiest to find as he changed the ref nos try S03/4. Unlike some other frets I don't think there are any downloadable instructions. I think I might have some for 4mm somewhere but don't hold your breathe.

I did omit to mention the book on the S&C as it is a bit vague/confusing (to me anyway) as some of the information (plans and a photo or two) is probably a bit too modern relying on info after the 1977 alterations plus I think you would need to take into account the the boxes either side of Horton to get a full picture. This is why I suggested the Swift book as it relates mainly to the 1950s.

The SRS have published a book which should show the information you need current in the 1950s. I am not sure if you have to be a member or not but it is vol 12 in the Swift books which can be purchased at a cost of £6.95 (plus P&P I would think).

Its actually in the book by Vanns, the location was Hatfield, just two dolls though and a few other differences of course. I'll see if I can send you a scan.

I have now found that it would have been quite possible as I have found a photo of a Saxby & Farmer Bracket signal, albeit of the more normal bracket design used by the GNR at Hatfield, so not entirely unprototypical. Having made the arms and put them somewhere very safe, I will now have to set to and make some more.

here is a pdf rhyl2.pdf

The OPC Book "Chester to Holyhead Railway" has diagrams of both boxes but being dated 1967 , probably not really relevant and you would need an awful lot of room for that date. However It does show the gantries so it would be case of working out what had been removed by 1980.

Yes, I can only see Flatbottom with Pandrol Clips. Peco sell the Pandrol clips and code 83 rail to suit. Yes I do know that the clips are reportedly overscale and it really should be code 82 but that's life.

Karlgarin do FB code 82 in HiNi but you should be aware that the foot is slightly too wide to fit Peco pandrols unfortunately. It is of course mainly aimed at Narrow Gauge users.

A photo of the latest 4mm scale signal under construction, purists should really avoid! It is really a might have been, a signal based on one at Stainforth but with somersault arms (well there will be soon) At least the signal lamps are on and lit (the light bleed will be fixed when the new filler arrives). Technical details :0402 warm white leds and 1k smd resistor, servos to be fitted etc. Still much to do. The posts are to my own design etched by PPD as is the GCR bracket.

Personally I have never found that using magnets for the servo horn connection very reliable. I much prefer to fit a bolt to the horn, 10 BA I think and loop the rod round it, a securing nut is optional. This photo may help show what I mean. The signal is located by means of telescopic square brass tubes. The wires for the LEDs are connected to the servo power leads by means of a plug and socket. The motor mount is a MERG product.

It does, members only though. I have discovered thanks to Martin Wynne, that in Templot, you can specify a dummy vehicle dimensions and it will show you an "envelope" along the selected track which will show you the clearances necessary, at least as far as any lineside features such as platforms, though of course matters of height are another matter. The correct spacing for standard double track in 4mm is 44.67mm, though how much double track should be to this measurement is another matter. Former Broad Gauge lines probably more generous as station areas and yards etc etc. Templot is very helpful here.