Grimleygrid Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share Posted January 17, 2017 Hi Guy, As Cav has mentioned we are dealing directly with a factory in China which was recommended to us by a trusted source and currently produces models for other manufacturers. They kindly sent samples to us which were of a high standard. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaGrange Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 As Cav has mentioned we are dealing directly with a factory in China which was recommended to us by a trusted source and currently produces models for other manufacturers. They kindly sent samples to us which were of a high standard. This is the way forward now, rather than being led up the garden path by manufacturers who promise but cant deliver - for themselves, never mind anyone else Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lyneux Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Thanks both. That's certainly a brave and interesting move! Having done the CAD yourselves you should be in a really good position to articulate your requirements. Hǎo yùn! Guy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Pedro32 Posted January 18, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 18, 2017 A great project and a positive step forward I've duly submitted my expression of interest. Cheers Peter 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Thanks Peter, your support is very much appreciated. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BR Blue Posted January 18, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 18, 2017 I have just expressed my interest too. Hoping all goes well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 18, 2017 Author Share Posted January 18, 2017 I have just expressed my interest too. Hoping all goes well. Many thanks for your support BR Blue, much appreciated. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig1989 Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 What livery is best for db 66s please as I can't find any info and would like a rake or 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Hi Craig, Thanks for the interest. You would need the LaFarge livery. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
YesTor Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Are these wagons to be produced with different running numbers and/or supplied perhaps as multi-packs, eg. 3 or 4 wagons? thank you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 18, 2017 Author Share Posted January 18, 2017 Are these wagons to be produced with different running numbers and/or supplied perhaps as multi-packs, eg. 3 or 4 wagons? thank you Hi YesTor, many thanks for your interest. At this stage we are not planning to offer alternative running numbers. However, we are considering multi-packs but do not have definite details at the moment. We appreciate all feedback. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Just a little more news. I have had a 3D print done of the wagon based directly off of the production drawings. It looks pretty good. There are certain parts that will work with IMP but not with the 3D printer so I will fabricate those parts for the sample but I am currently cleaning up the parts and preparing for a paint finish so watch this space. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard60098 Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Just a little more news. I have had a 3D print done of the wagon based directly off of the production drawings. It looks pretty good. There are certain parts that will work with IMP but not with the 3D printer so I will fabricate those parts for the sample but I am currently cleaning up the parts and preparing for a paint finish so watch this space. 2017-01-23 15.28.39.jpg Looking good chap, i've also expressed my interest and pre ordered some Redland PGA's Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 Looking good chap, i've also expressed my interest and pre ordered some Redland PGA's Thanks for your support Richard much appreciated. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 Are these wagons to be produced with different running numbers and/or supplied perhaps as multi-packs, eg. 3 or 4 wagons? thank you Hi YesTor, Something that we have been considering was offering data panel transfers as an after market product for those customers that would like to renumber their wagons. Subject to there being enough demand. This might be an alternative to offering different running numbers for those that are interested. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BR Blue Posted January 24, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 24, 2017 (edited) Transfers are a very good idea. Edited January 24, 2017 by BR Blue Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bescotbeast Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 I've just placed a pre-order for 8 of these in Redland livery, looking forward to seeing these run through Pendeford sidings in the near future. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 24, 2017 Author Share Posted January 24, 2017 I've just placed a pre-order for 8 of these in Redland livery, looking forward to seeing these run through Pendeford sidings in the near future. Hi Bescot Beast, Thanks for your support much appreciated. They will look good running through Pendleford. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satan's Goldfish Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 Do we have a rough time scale for when the email asking for money will come through? Or is that mostly pending on acceptance of the design ready to start production. (Sorry if this has been covered elsewhere and I missed it) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 24, 2017 Author Share Posted January 24, 2017 Hi SG, the design is ready for tooling and production. We will be taking deposits once we have achieved 75% of the required level of orders. Was there a particular time frame that you had in mind for invoicing? Hope that helps. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satan's Goldfish Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 No no, just curious more than anything. I hope you reach the target without any issues, looks like it's going to be superb. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 Don t suppose you'll be doing the belt loading wagon for the lafarge thingy ? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 25, 2017 Author Share Posted January 25, 2017 No no, just curious more than anything. I hope you reach the target without any issues, looks like it's going to be superb. Many thanks for your support SG. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted January 25, 2017 Author Share Posted January 25, 2017 Don t suppose you'll be doing the belt loading wagon for the lafarge thingy ? Hi Rob, whilst a model of the self discharge train would be great, I am not sure how many modellers would be interested in buying them. Also the cost to produce such a detailed model would be fairly high I expect, possibly putting off potential customers. May be one of the larger manufacturers may produce one in the future. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmrspaul Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 Hi Rob, whilst a model of the self discharge train would be great, I am not sure how many modellers would be interested in buying them. Also the cost to produce such a detailed model would be fairly high I expect, possibly putting off potential customers. May be one of the larger manufacturers may produce one in the future. I do wonder sometimes if anyone looks at these wagons? Not only are they very complex, there are four distinctive hoppers - different bodies, different frame lengths and also the unloading station. Whilst they would be a really useful model with a lot of play potential a set would cost a fortune to manufacture. http://paulbartlett.zenfolio.com/selfdischarge Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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