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I'm pleased to say, not at all, Dan. Because the wheelbase is so short and the battery sits at one end of the truck, I had to add some lead sheet to equal the load. Other than that it runs very smoothly.

From its location I wonder if it has anything to do with spreading de-icer on the track? But why the brake hose, unless that is the filler tube?

As with all competitions you enter for two reasons.... firstly for fun, but secondly to compare your work with others in the hope it is recognised as being better. BUT..... in such cases of mixed types, who is qualified to judge? As a MOTY winner myself I think it would be almost impossible for judg...

I just couldn't wait so embarked on the connection system with what I had available..... and it works!!!!! I have used 2.1 power jack and socket. The main concern was the size, however, because the connection is positive and simple to plug and unplug without resorting to leverage and the possibility...

Thanks William, the way I operate is to think beforehand of what I want to achieve, discarding the things not suitable on the way! Once the plan of action is formed in my head I go for it with determination. Because I work in my 'Engine Shed' (everyone should have shed!) I can concentrate on the pro...

Smoke generator?

Hi Philip, thanks for the suggestion. I wonder though if your idea could be reversed, ie. fix the plug part underneath the vehicle and use the smaller socket part as a connector? That way it should be less obtrusive.

So its been a while and once again parts of the railway are no longer there or have been altered considerably... all because of this little chap... But you have to love him........ he's gorgeous! The water and stinky ears problem are a Springer thing. Our two are just the same. BTW.... the locos an...

Lots more detail today..... Painted, weathered, couplings and buffers added. ./myff/1904248/IMG_3017.JPG ./myff/1904249/IMG_3018.JPG Underneath the crate is the battery pack as described earlier. The wooden barrel will be the grip for the speed controller (when installed) with room alongside for the...

williamfj:112180 wrote:
Stood next to the forlorn No.13, whose bogeys were a constant source of trouble throughout the day.

I'm not superstitious at all, but here again we have number 13 cropping up as a problem.....

I think I can unveil the project tonight. During the day today I have built the bodywork and given it a spray primer. ./myff/1903883/IMG_3006.JPG ./myff/1903884/IMG_3007.JPG ./myff/1903885/IMG_3008.JPG It has a load to carry which acts as a disguise... ./myff/1903886/IMG_3010.JPG ./myff/1903887/IMG_...

She's an absolute stunner.... you should be proud of your find!
All of the stock looks good, especially with such a beautiful locomotive.

Spot on Rik!
I'll try to give it some structure today so that its intended purpose becomes clear.

Oh yes.... that is close!
I look forward to seeing it at Llanfair.

Following a very pleasant evening at Cain Howley Structures and running my 'Lady Andrea' on 45mm gauge for a change, I came home with another four buildings. Two little lineside huts which I have set about painting... ./myff/1903489/IMG_2999.JPG ./myff/1903490/IMG_3000.JPG A chimney which will be at...

This is a 'how to'..... for a 4 wheel truck for a very special purpose on my railway. It may seem unconventional and not the way you would normally work, however, I have built this way before and I can assure you it works! First thing is to have the component parts..... ./myff/1903473/IMG_2998.JPG T...

That's good news Matt, it both looks good and seems a sound investment! I have already ordered more and a numbering sheet too.

Don't know how I managed to miss this up 'till now? It's brilliant!
My Sci-Fi model collector friend would have a fit if he saw what you have done.
Please show us the finished item.

Thanks for that Dave, personally I have limited requirements but I can pass this on to our Club Members who do boats, 'planes etc.... I'm certain they will be delighted!

Alan, I have described the long and frustrating search I had for suitable lettering elsewhere on this Forum, but briefly it was specially made for me by a local printing company. It was drawn out to my design and size on their computer screen then produced in a laser cut A4 white vinyl sheet so the ...