PDF Baldwin the Build so far
Re: PDF Baldwin the Build so far
You've certainly achieved a beautiful finish, and I don't imagine there's much free space left in such a diminutive loco.
Grant.
Grant.
Re: PDF Baldwin the Build so far
The finish you've achieved is remarkable, having seen the starting point. How have you achieved that really effective satin finish?
Rik
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Re: PDF Baldwin the Build so far
Thanks guys, always nice to receive such a response.
There has been a lot of preparation time and effort to get a good smooth surface, without that there is no chance of a good finish. Having prepared the surface I first sprayed the individual items with Halford's filler primer, two coats, followed by a fine wet and dry sanding. Next, several fine spray coats of chosen acrylic colour, which leaves a high gloss finish. Final assembly of the loco follows and then a single spray coat of Matt Lacquer, which reduces the full gloss to a nice satin appearance...... simples!
There has been a lot of preparation time and effort to get a good smooth surface, without that there is no chance of a good finish. Having prepared the surface I first sprayed the individual items with Halford's filler primer, two coats, followed by a fine wet and dry sanding. Next, several fine spray coats of chosen acrylic colour, which leaves a high gloss finish. Final assembly of the loco follows and then a single spray coat of Matt Lacquer, which reduces the full gloss to a nice satin appearance...... simples!
The best things in life are free.... so why am I doing this?
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I wish it was.... You make it sound easy but I suspect it takes a lot of effort, practice and experience.
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I hope we haven't strayed too far off subject in this thread, but continuing with the PDF brand, and having practised, sorry, gained experience, building the Alice Class Hunslet I have ordered a Port Class for myself.
These kits are made to order so it could be a few weeks before I receive it.... no hurry!
These kits are made to order so it could be a few weeks before I receive it.... no hurry!
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Hi all.
I want to radiocontrol my Baldwin (see earlier picture) but also add a sound card with speaker so decided there was no way I could fit everything under the bonnet including batteries so I have built a festiniog 2 ton coal truck to carry all this that will be the first truck behind it. I am not at home at the moment but will post a pic early next week.
David.
I want to radiocontrol my Baldwin (see earlier picture) but also add a sound card with speaker so decided there was no way I could fit everything under the bonnet including batteries so I have built a festiniog 2 ton coal truck to carry all this that will be the first truck behind it. I am not at home at the moment but will post a pic early next week.
David.
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David, please let us know what you can fit in the space you have in the loco body.... batteries, receiver, etc... I know from my own experience how little space there is but it would be useful for others.
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Hi Peter.
I will have a measuring session when I get home after the weekend.
David.
I will have a measuring session when I get home after the weekend.
David.
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Having seen the lovely job Peter made of the loco for Julie and Dennis last Wednesday evening I've also ordered a Port class.Peter Butler wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 6:21 pm I hope we haven't strayed too far off subject in this thread, but continuing with the PDF brand, and having practised, sorry, gained experience, building the Alice Class Hunslet I have ordered a Port Class for myself.
These kits are made to order so it could be a few weeks before I receive it.... no hurry!
Phil.
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Re: PDF Baldwin the Build so far
Quite like these Baldwin locos. Certainly wouldn't look out of place on a sugarcane line, depicted either during steam days hauling cane, or after dieselisation, relegated to navvy work. The more I think about it, the more I want one too!
Looking forward to seeing your build progress, Mitch.
Looking forward to seeing your build progress, Mitch.
Regards,
Aaron - Scum Class Works
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Re: PDF Baldwin the Build so far
Hi all.
Mitch, how are you getting on with your Baldwin build?
Peter, sorry I have been a long time answering your request but here goes. -
The useable space under the bonnet is-
Length 85mm.
Width 60mm.
Height 40mm ( over the motor that invades the space a little). This shot shows what I am intending to fit under the bonnet. It includes battery pack, receiver and sound card. This was a test of the equipment and as yet I have not fitted a switch in the + line from the battery pack. You can also see the card cradle under the bonnet that i have made to house the electronics at the side of the battery pack. This shot shows how the components fit under the bonnet. A good fit but not tight. This shot shows the loco with cab in place and the switch panel installed. I think I have just about finished the model now, but I am going to strengthen the cab as there are a couple of places where joints do not seem strong enough, especially the back/top corners. I am moving towards bracing from front to back over the doorways. In a previous post I was going to put the electronics in a truck behind the loco but I am really pleased that I have been able to have the loco self contained. I may or may not fit a charging socket but I do like to charge my batteries out of the unit.
David.
Mitch, how are you getting on with your Baldwin build?
Peter, sorry I have been a long time answering your request but here goes. -
The useable space under the bonnet is-
Length 85mm.
Width 60mm.
Height 40mm ( over the motor that invades the space a little). This shot shows what I am intending to fit under the bonnet. It includes battery pack, receiver and sound card. This was a test of the equipment and as yet I have not fitted a switch in the + line from the battery pack. You can also see the card cradle under the bonnet that i have made to house the electronics at the side of the battery pack. This shot shows how the components fit under the bonnet. A good fit but not tight. This shot shows the loco with cab in place and the switch panel installed. I think I have just about finished the model now, but I am going to strengthen the cab as there are a couple of places where joints do not seem strong enough, especially the back/top corners. I am moving towards bracing from front to back over the doorways. In a previous post I was going to put the electronics in a truck behind the loco but I am really pleased that I have been able to have the loco self contained. I may or may not fit a charging socket but I do like to charge my batteries out of the unit.
David.
David T.
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That looks very good indeed - and congratulations on cramming in all the electrics too!
I'm intrigued by the 009 loco just visible in the background. Can't see it very well, but with that tall cab and red liveryI'm wondering if it's a NWNGR single Fairlie?
Cheers,
Andrew.
I'm intrigued by the 009 loco just visible in the background. Can't see it very well, but with that tall cab and red liveryI'm wondering if it's a NWNGR single Fairlie?
Cheers,
Andrew.
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Very nice! And it makes Moelwyn look huge!
Thanks for the picture,
Andrew
Thanks for the picture,
Andrew
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Re: PDF Baldwin the Build so far
Hi david, the baldwin is going ok, what did you use for the screws for the cranks? id probably buy some and put some in mine .
mitch
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Re: PDF Baldwin the Build so far
Can anyone tell me what size the wheels and axles are on the pdf Baldwin? Toying with the idea of building one but would want to make it gauge adjustable...
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