phil gollin

. It's almost as if "Hornby" think OO started with Tri-Ang and that Hornby Dublo wasn't earlier. .

. https://uk.Hornby.com/community/blog-and-news/engine-shed/mark-3-and-jubilee?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Totally+new+Mk3+coaches+-+Read+about+them+here&utm_campaign=Hornby+-+Engine+Shed+-+Week+5+2022%2F23 .

. For people who know this sort of thing; I don't understand the reason for the non-veranda end, was it meant to be used as a shunter's platform, or what ??? Thanks. .

. Of course, the real Class 70's ; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_Rail_Class_70_(electric) .

. Always oddities, but in general the off-peak Tattenham Corner/Caterham branch trains were formed by a 4-EPB leading from Charing Cross, which split at Purley (to continue to Caterham). the rear was formed by a 2-EPB which went on to Tattenham corner. Peak trains had the 2-EPB bolstered by a 4-EPB making a 6 car unit. The 2-EPB (or 2-EPB + 4-EPB) almost always arrived at Purley before the Caterham 4-EPB, often leaving the previous station, Reedham, a couple of minutes early (!). Variations, obviously, occurred, e.g 2 x 2-EPB on the Caterham branch, and 2 x 4-EPB on the Tattenham Corner branch (requiring a double stop at some stations). Sometimes during the day the 2-EPB was taken off the front at Purley and stored at a siding, then reattached to a later train to Tattenham Corner. The West Croydon to Wimbledon trains were more simple, but I have pictures of 4-SUB and 4-EPB on the branch. At least once (in January 1967) in snow and icy weather one 2-EPB failed at Merton Halt unable to achieve traction. Eventually the other unit working the line came up from behind, coupled up and, with difficulty, pushed the first unit into Wimbledon Station. .

. Excellent, thanks. .

Going back to the first post and Waddon Marsh - one thing I did whilst RMWeb was down was discover online electronic jigsaws (!) and one that I did was ; https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=1d357b3306e4 .

. As a novice at SECR liveries, can anyone tell me when the first wagons were repainted from black to grey, and when were the last ones completed - there were so many that I imagine it was several years. Likewise, how long did the change to SECR grey locos take ? Thanks. .

. This is an injection moulded plastic kit ; http://www.milicast.com/shop/product.php?productid=2706&cat=16&page=11 (Needs quite a bit of work) http://www.milicast.com/shop/product.php?productid=2375&cat=0&page=1 Also these ; http://www.milicast.com/shop/product.php?productid=3075&cat=0&page=1 https://sgtsmess.co.uk/product/pl3-qa-jones-mobile-crane/ https://www.langleymodels.co.uk/awd1/index.php?route=product/category&path=190_191_193&page=3 (various) .

. Does anyone know which presently available (preferably at bargain price) Hornby 0-6-0 model(s) have suitable chassis for use with the R1 body ? (CDC website says "... specifically designed to fit the Chinese made Hornby 060 'Jinty' chassis (e.g R2942) , also used under their later J52 and J83 class bodies. ...) Thanks .

. Surely that is good as it is prototypically correct ? .

. I can't remember ever seeing a blue 4-COR looking so neat ! They weathered very quickly, and badly. .

. Another reason for the L1 to be modelled as soon as possible (!) . . . . .

. There is this ridiculous idea that there is "very little left" to do in "D & E" ! This totally ignores the fact that the majority of passenger journeys since the 50's, at least, have been taken in EMU's and DMU's. The southern EMU's, in particular, have moved many, many more than the rest of the network. Whilst I am heavily biased towards the Southern, I recognise that other regions produced some interesting looking "early" EMU's, and a few interesting early DMU's - these worked hard and moved many people. .

. The original class 70 (two types) 4-CORs and 4-SUBs and plenty of other Southern EMU's still to do ( even a few from other regions ! ) People seem to have limited memories. .

. I realise that this is the "Rails" thread, but does anyone know if Locomotion will be producing a special edition ? .

. I received an e-mail from Hornby Hobbies which has no confidentiality warnings and that DOESN'T interest me, but I thought that others would like to know about ( I have edited out; We would love to hear from you! We have a fantastic opportunity for you to take part in some independent market research. Hornby Hobbies has commissioned an independent agency, xxxxxx xxxxxxx, to conduct this piece of research and we would love to hear from you, our valued customers! The research will be conducted as focus group discussions online (via Zoom), where there will be 4-6 people in each group. It will be facilitated by an independent moderator who will guide the discussion and capture your feedback on some new ideas which will help shape some future projects we are working on. Everything you say will be strictly confidential and GDPR compliant. We will be asking each participant to sign the relevant forms ahead of taking part. The groups will take place at the following times: Monday 28th February 1200-1330 – this group is for those of you who consider yourselves to be current enthusiasts of Hornby. Monday 28th February 1430-1600 – this group is for those of you who used to be enthusiasts of Hornby and/or are thinking of engaging more seriously in the future. There are only 6 spaces in each group, so these will be filled on a first come first served basis. If you are interested in taking part and are available at the times stated above, please send an email to xxxxxxxx xxxxxx , xxxxx.xxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx.co.uk with the following details. We will then call you to discuss your participation/whether there is still space available. Your name: Phone number: Region you live in: We are really excited about this piece of work and for the opportunity to hear your views and opinions. Thank you in advance and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Thanks

. Am obvious and worthwhile addition - I have pre-ordered and hope my late BR one looks and runs well. Makes up for other disappointments so far this year. Hornby had better get their finger out, otherwise someone will announce an L1 4-4-0, and that has been in the Tri-ang / Hornby range almost forever. .

. Well, looking at this year's announcements I have got somewhat concerned over the lack of new Southern Region E.M.U.s - mostly, I suggest, due to the large prices being charged by the two big boys. So, may I suggest that Accurascale look at some of the many, many options. The favourite, as far as I am concerned, would be the 4-COR, an EMU unit with real character and a variety of liveries, as it was in service from 1937 to 1972. For the sake of economies some underframes were then used as the basis for long welded rails carriers and crane runners. (IF successful there are options for single alternative coaches - to make alternative variations for a 4-RES, or 4-BUF/4-GRID). Nelsons for ever ! .

. I really appreciate that these are available as TTTE versions, but is there any chance that "faceless" versions will become available as the proper Talyllyn versions (even with inaccuracies) in due course ? .

. There are a limited number of the SECR version ones available for pre-order on E-Bay. ( The manufacturer's know that the colourful SECR version needs the original saturated boiler. ) .

. I THINK that this is the same trick that David Jones and other smaller manufacturers have done in the past of adjusting the CAD view to reverse the perspective. The further end is bigger than the nearer end. That is their choice, but at this stage of production where no other manufacturer is likely to challenge them I think the importance of selling their model to prospective buyers should overcome their caution. I think that polite request(s) to KR Models to show the correct perspective might work. .

. Sorry, should have posted a link to Graham Muz's blog ; https://southern-railway.com/ .

. From Graham Muz website ; "... 2 coach ‘R’ set (BTK-BCK) 69 from range 63 – 75 with 10″ window vents in BR Green livery (a much better rendition of the colour by Bachmann, that I understand will become their new standard for their BR(s) green) with side strengthening ribs ..."

. HOW COULD THIS THREAD IGNORE "NELLIE", "POLLY" AND "CONNIE" ! Disgraceful. http://www.tri-angrailways.org.uk/nellie.htm http://daveangell.co.uk/images/3206a.JPG https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/triang-industrial-loco-connie-513331227 .