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I added a summerlands chuffer at this point but neglected to take any pictures. Then on to the bodywork!
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Re: Roundhouse Katie Kit build
Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2021 8:18 pm
by Chris_AS
And here she is finished, in the summer sun!*
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And running on my brother's line
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* I have since added a slomo, custom nameplates, doors, backsheet and a driver ----- photo / video to come!
Re: Roundhouse Katie Kit build
Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2021 8:56 pm
by Chris_AS
Here we go.
I named her 'Esme' - after a character from my favourite books (the Discworld series by Terry Pratchett) and also as a pun - the name stems from the French word for 'to esteem'.
I hope this thread was of use / entertainment to someone. I had great fun building Esme...just need a permanent track for her
Re: Roundhouse Katie Kit build
Posted: Tue Nov 16, 2021 2:28 am
by Old Man Aaron
Runs as well as it looks, fine work, sir. All black is a very dignified and straightforward livery, I must say.
Re: Roundhouse Katie Kit build
Posted: Tue Nov 16, 2021 9:06 am
by ge_rik
Wow!! That slow running is really impressive ..... and no sign of a Slomo ....
Rik
Re: Roundhouse Katie Kit build
Posted: Tue Nov 16, 2021 10:49 am
by Andrew
ge_rik wrote: ↑Tue Nov 16, 2021 9:06 am
Wow!! That slow running is really impressive .....
Absolutely! I was expecting her to speed up on the straight bits, but no... Lovely chuff too, and a beautiful finish - well done!!!
All black is a very dignified and straightforward livery, I must say.