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Another idea ... purely theoretical, and probably a bit Heath-Robinson (which in my mind adds to the delight) ... Have the under-board magnet fixed to a looped belt that runs around (vertically mounted) pulleys at each end of the extent of the run you wish the wagon to travel. When the belt-mounted magnet reaches one of the end-pulleys, the magnet will travel down and away from the wagon, thus decreasing the magnetiic pull on the wagon. The wagon will then slowly draw to a halt as gravity takes over as the magnetic force diminishes. This could be operated by a hand crank, or somehow motorised - I don't know. I hope I explained that ok. I haven't got a clue about these things really - you just fired my imagination. Either way, as always, it's been a pleasure to catch up with goings-on at The Farthings

Neat weathering on those tankers Mr Simon. ... the effect you have achieved is quite convincing and notes taken here in Frankland

Exquisite

Absolutely enchanting - but like the best of films - such simple delight is only created through high production values and a director's integrity. For me very impressive. I do love this following picture. It really is a snapshot of a time-and-place from some long-forgotten collective memory.

Absolutely delightful.

Ah yes, Thank you Nick. I just checked back to page four and remember being nervous about using etched floors underneath a motor in case it caused a short circuit, which was why I went for my plastic floors. I can't believe that was almost exactly a year ago now! "Better to try and get close than procrastinate and produce nothing " Totally agree. One specific question if I may: The grab handles (commode handles?) to the compartments ... how did you make those? Or are they a commercial product?

Nice work Sir! I wouldn't mind seeing some more pictures if possible / finding out a little more about construction (sorry if I missed a thread elsewhere).

Hello? Hello? can you hear me? http://www.radiorewind.co.uk/sounds/2lo_calling.mp3 Yes, I created the artwork on my computer and then printed it out on Crafty Computer Paper. PM if you'd like to know more.

Definitely atmospheric pictures Red Devil. Almost ethereal. I think you should encourage your lady to take more photographs of your layout for you.

Love it! Absolutely ingenious!

Same sequence / three viewpoints, that's a neat idea. I enjoyed your videos very much

As usual I'm following with interest and learning what lessons I can as you go Colin. I bet there was a degree of trepidation with those first incisions! Either way good luck with what I'm sure will be another absolute winner and inspiration to us all Mark

These do look quite delightful - good luck with work to-come. I have to say the vacuum brake / coupling seems a neat solution.

Good luck with this LifeboatMan. I followed your preparatory research for this layout and all looks set for an interesting project - one not too distant from my own interests.

This looks to be a project to follow: Visually engaging. Concise but interesting trackplan. Clear and confident direction. And N gauge Good luck!

Hello Black Sheep, I used ' Ratio Gutters and Downpipes'. Since then I've come to think that basic plastic sections from the likes of Evergreen are just as good and more readily adaptable, and you probably get more for your money too (?) http://www.evergreenscalemodels.com/index.htm Evergreen is available from a number of UK suppliers, but there are other manufacturers of plastic sheet and sections of course. Hope that helps! Mark

Magnificent: Lovely flowing trackwork / scenic contours - and the viaduct / bridge / tunnel / and particularly the footbridge are exquisite - and all the more impressive for this being your first N gauge adventure. You mentioned investigating further window bars (like on the footbridge) - I believe Microstrip is available as fine as .010 x .025, but may be very fiddly to work with. Adapting N or 00 gauge etched industrial windows may be an option another time?

Thanks for comments and interest, always appreciated. iL Dottore: Unfortunately I'm not going to model the Victoria Station news theatre because it doesn't quite suit the space and viewing angles I have. What does suit perfectly is the Brixton Astoria. Here are a couple of links to photographs. I particularly like the green tiling and dome. http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/resources/images/show/7149-faade-of-the-brixton-academy http://www.southlondonguide.co.uk/Brixton/images/losttheatres/astoria.jpg In the picture below you can see shop fronts are on the left (which in Frankland faces the main road), whilst the right is the 'rear' of the building, which on Frankland will back on to the railway. http://www.flickr.com/photos/oldcinemaphotos/2347976198/ Anyway, that's some while off yet. Thanks again, Mark

I've heard there will be a special newsreel released here once reliable and regular electric services have been fully established at Frankland. It may be some months off yet - but if you want to make the most of it head down to the Victoria Station Newsreel Theatre where it's only 6d before 4.00 for a continuous performance!

Hello bridgiesimon, Broadcasts from Frankland have continued unabated but perhaps you are not tuned in to the correct frequency? Try the following setting on your wireless ... http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/66512-n-gauge-lswr-3-sub -------------------------------------- There was also a short newsreel recently which you still may catch at your local cinema if you are lucky: All the best, Mark

Sublime: Absolutely!

Thank you Alex, I had checked Eileen's Emporium but nothing came up in a search. I'll drop them an email. Thanks again, Mark

"Sometimes doing a small project like this can bring as much satisfaction (and challenge!) as a whole layout ... " I couldn't agree more: I often find myself getting lost for days at a time on unplanned treks into the internet discovering worlds within worlds around obscure subjects I'd never realised could be so absorbing. But that aside: Your time researching has certainly paid-off - what a sublime model. It certainly has an authenticity about it. Very impressive.

Hello 2mm modellers, I'm working on some 3-Subs and need to make or source guard irons (if that's the correct term - I'm referring to the vertical 'T' irons which protect leading bogies / wheels from obstructions on the track). I'm working in N gauge rather than 2mm I'm afraid, but thought you fine ladies and gentlemen may have some ideas. I have skimmed the 2mm Association and N gauge Society websites, and a few retailers as well, but couldn't spot anything obvious. Similarly I searched for T section brass across popular retailers but couldn't find anything small enough. Perhaps I'm just not looking in the right places? Or haven't been observant enough? Many thanks in advance for any suggestions offered. Mark

I can appreciate what a difficult job painting that must have been. Keeping a steady hand over the various curves and ledges is not easy, especially on something so small. The dark green swoosh over black along the body sides is particularly impressive - not to mention the letter 'n' on purple circle! Impressive.