7/8ths diesel kits

[tom_tom_go]

Other than Model Earth Design who else offers kits for 7/8ths diesels?

[Busted Bricks]

I'd like to but TBH the interest on the 7/8ths forum was minimal. Probably because of my "keep it simple" approach. For now I'm just going to make one for myself. I have some different motor and gear combinations to try out. Don't have any suitably sized wheels though.

[tom_tom_go]

That's a shame Michael because I like your approach to kits and a laser cut diesel from you would work well with your existing skip kits.

I would not need anything other than a motor set up as I would want to add my own R/C and sound.

[Busted Bricks]

It would just be a basic loco with a low price tag to match. I was hoping to use the Polybak when that arrives as it can be molded to give a rounded hood.

My main concern is the wheels. I need to have at least 400pcs made, preferably more, to keep the cost of them in check. However 7/8ths modellers are particulary fussy when it comes to wheels and I'm concerned I could be stuck with wheels I can't sell/use.

Suggestions for a simple full size diesel to base it on would be more than welcome.

If I ever manage to get that elusive fiber laser I would love to make an all-steel diesel.

[tom_tom_go]

If you can make this with cab then count me in:

https://gardenrails.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=37&t=7587

Bigger the better to allow for batteries, R/C and sound.

[Busted Bricks]

I couldn't make a Ruston like that. I don't have the skill or facilities to make those detailed castings.

[tom_tom_go]

Then do it your way and allow others to add detail as they see fit

[bazzer42]

Tom, have you seen the PDF Ruston Lat? A basic body and components for £100.

[tom_tom_go]

Have you got one?

[gardenrailer]

Also Banjomike offers a diesel resin kit, though bit dearer than the PDF Ruston kit mentioned above.

Someone else is intending / doing a Diema DL6? kit as well. Would have to find the details again.

[tom_tom_go]

Does 'Banjomike' have a website?

[bazzer42]

I have got a pdf Lat. It turned up Saturday morning. I didn't realise they were so diminutive but it measures up bang on to the drawing in my Ruston book. The 3d printing either needs a rub down or some 3d paint/filler but should make a nice model . There are some screw heads that will need filling but it will save a lot of time. There is a representation of an engine that will mean you can have the open side bonnet although a panel is provided for closed. Will I take a picture later if you like.

I have asked Banjo Mike for a kit that should be available shortly, pictures on the se lounge.

[bazzer42]

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the se lounge has come to you

[tom_tom_go]

I like that.

Can you post a build when you get it please as interested.

[FWLR]

I also like that Tom, can it run on 32mm track.

[bazzer42]

You can do Rod but it will be bigger than your current stock - nearly 23mm to the foot as opposed to 16mm. This a body only kit so you have to provide your own chassis.

[gardenrailer]

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[FWLR]

You can do Rod but it will be bigger than your current stock - nearly 23mm to the foot as opposed to 16mm. This a body only kit so you have to provide your own chassis.

Thanks Derek, it doesn’t seem any point then for me to have some 7/8ths then, but i do like them.

[DLRdan]

I've got a half built kit for the IP engineering cabbed Ruston if you are interested Tom.

[tom_tom_go]

I've got a half built kit for the IP engineering cabbed Ruston if you are interested Tom.

Can you send me some photos please of how far you have got including motor set up.