Wagons for Beaminster Road

[Guest Jack Benson]

Hi,

 

The start of a workbench thread to be used a therapy aid........

 

As I no longer seem to be capable of exhibiting or anything remotely complicated (thanks to the never ending fun of Parkinsons), the remaining options are:-

• Building wagon kits, any more complicated is a non-starter
• Scenery

 

Rather than something really easy, such as a plastic kit from Cambrian, I chose an exLMS Diag 1666 open wagon, once offered by Adrian at ABS, an example has arrived from Martin (BrownSauce) on eBay. The choice was inspired/influenced by this magnificent example by Adam Chapman, a master modeller.

 

Thanks to Adam C.

 

Gibson wheels are included, no need for brass bearings as the wagon is whitemetal.

I am really looking forward to something that I might/will be able to complete, folk always suggest that an open wagon is ideal for a beginner, maybe rather ironic for an old fart, but you need to pick your battles.

 

Thanks and StaySafe

[kandc_au]

Jack,

So long as you enjoy it, that is all that matters!
khris