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    The Engine Shed

    in Hornby

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    7 hours ago, The Stationmaster said:

    More nonsense in there with  'Since inception OO models have relied on a variation of the tension lock coupling ...'

     

    Maybe Hornby are missing the panto season as we shout from the back 'oh no they haven't'.  Why can't they get simple things like this right?

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

     

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    Prototypical 2 car EMU formations

    in UK Prototype Questions

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    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.

     

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    SE&CR 5 and 7 plank open wagons.

    in Rapido Trains

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    9 minutes ago, JSpencer said:

     

    For wagons, they were always grey, just the shade became darker from say 1917 and the discreet SECR lettering on the bottom right hand corner gave way to bigger lettering going across the upper wagon side.

    The types Rapido are doing, were generally noticeably bigger and better than the types produced before. They appeared right at the end of the SECR and carried only the later SECR grey and lettering.

    They were - in many ways - the forerunners to future SR designs which were generally the same size but visibly very different (take Rapidos SECR van and compare to Bachmann's SR van, same size but the latter has 2 vents on the end vs 1 for the SECR design). 

     

    For locos, you could take WWI as a rough ball park period when locos switched from various greens (full Wainwright that would have been disappearing since 1910, simplified Wainwright, Maunsell green which was short lived and only a couple of hundred locos may have carried it) to grey though some might have crept on until later. 

    Some info exists in the SECR society as to when certain locos got repaints but this covers a very short period and merely hints the paint scheme such locos may have received.

     

    It seems that, in general, a repaint would occur each time it passed through a workshop for maintenance or repair.

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    Excellent, thanks.

     

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    SE&CR 5 and 7 plank open wagons.

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    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.

     

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    Corgi Coles crane 1:76

    in Modelling Questions, Help and Tips

    Hint about SE&CR brake van

    in Rapido Trains

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    15 hours ago, JSpencer said:

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    CDC models ... also do R and R1 class 3D printed bodies painted in SECR liveries for jinty chassis (they sit high straight on the chassis but still better than the Dublo effort IMHO), not quite RTR but close enough for most.   ....

     

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    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. ...)

     

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    Hornby 2023, no not what you think...

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    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.

     

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    Hornby 2023, no not what you think...

    in Hornby

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    1 hour ago, Pmorgancym said:

    .... and There seems little left D&E wise for Hornby to release.

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    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.

     

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    Hornby Hobbies - "We would love to hear from you!"

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    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

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    SECR Maunsell D1 Class Locomotive

    in Rails of Sheffield

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    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.

     

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    More model ideas

    in Accurascale / Irish Railway Models

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    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 !

     

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    KR Models announce the Bulleid Leader

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    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.

     

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    Bulleid Coaches

    in Bachmann

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    13 hours ago, phil gollin said:

     

     

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    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  ..."

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    Sorry, should have posted a link to Graham Muz's blog ;

     

    https://southern-railway.com/

     

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    Bulleid Coaches

    in Bachmann

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    3 hours ago, RFS said:

     

    How does the green look on the BR versions? Seems to be still the very dark green as on the last batch of original coaches.

     

     

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    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  ..."

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