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I think it's also fair to mention those who have gone to great lengths to create masterpieces with the Hornby 2D or Lima 2Fs are probably never going to see their models overtaken by new RTR stock, railroad or otherwise, due to the time and effort gone in to get every detail right. Unless of course they start again with the new models as a base, and start correcting all the errors (minor or major) in the same way as they did to the older stock. I think what modellers have achieved with 80s tooled models is stunning, from Mick's yellow stuff to those who have modelled blue-grey or intercity era. To my untrained eye the shape of the new ones look great, but then again I'd be looking at them from a respraying perspective.
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Not to mention DRS Blue Mick!
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I've done a few 37s with the new decals, initially I used microsol but had crinkle issues. Subsequently I just used a layer of Klear underneath and on top and that worked out much better, using a bit of sponge to remove the excess. You just need to keep your eye on them as they dry - they are nice and thin so sit down over the grilles nicely. Pete - I agree with you about the possibility of spraying on the turquoise and adding the white elements as transfers only - I have a test set of the white elements only although I haven't tried that yet, as my experimentation with painting the turquoise isn't quite to my satisfaction as yet. Will look forward to seeing how you get on Mick.
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Next batch of Class 70's
cairnsroadworks replied to k-59's topic in UK Prototype Discussions (not questions!)
Hi Alex, 70801 looks stunning! Did you scratchbuild the extra grille or is it a shawplan special? Cheers, Andi. -
Indeed - the 6 car rake that ran on Sunday just fitted in the fiddle yard without a loco on the back!
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3 coaches still to come... The Observation Car, Dining Car No2 (the new one) and State Car No3!
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Ooooh I love those Royal Scotsman coaches ;-)
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I thoroughly enjoyed DEMU on Sunday and the undoubted highlight was being unleashed on Rannoch Moor for the first time. I can only apologise to those who witnessed my poor operating skills!!! I did however get time to take a few photos of the layout, as seen below. Its a wonderful layout with superb attention to detail. Can highlight recommend it! Cheers, Andi.