Ok so its not n gauge, and its not even railway, but I have wanted one of these for a while and I think it is rather cool....
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5286_zps0182c6a5.jpg)
I thought, as I have not actually done any kit of any form for a good few years, it would be nice to chart the progress on the forum.
The main points / objectives to note are:
1) What are "fantasy" kits actually like? If this was a Harrier, Spitfire, A320, 737, JJA or 456 Italia, there would be ample reference pictures to look at, but with this I will need to break out the boxset?!
2) The box art shows the MKII it what would be a battle-warn "weathered" state, should I attempt this finish? I am torn between giving this a go (my first ever attempt at anything other than factory finish) or modelling it as shown in the pilot episode. Of course, as any fan of the show would know, to model it in that condition, it would need a certain tail number (as used by the "old man"), but it appears to have "Apollo" written on it :hmmm:
3) Seeing as I don't actually have a "workbench", progress won't be rapid. Experience has shown that my "man cave" under the stairs is quite small and not ideal for working on models. Borrowed time in the office will mean I may well still be updating this thread this time next year! Still, no need to rush, and it will be good to do something other than the layout occasionally.
Will keep posted....
"Starbuck, wadda ya hear?"
"Nothing but the rain"
;)
Skyline2uk
Well that's something that I haven't seen for a long time. I used to love watching Battlestar Galactica as a kid. :)
Have you seen the re-booted series?
Hang on a tick, just a thought....THERE WILL BE NO SPOILERS ON THIS THREAD!
lol, I know that there are many many chances to spoil this brilliant TV show as many secrets last right to the end. I have no intention of spoiling it for anybody so won't talk anything other than teccy / modelling on here :D
Skyline2uk
I think that is a great idea you have :thumbsup:
Regular pictures of your progress as your Viper takes shape and the guys here will keep pestering you for updates >:D so you may find it does not take you as long as you think :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing:
cheers John.
Hey all,
So I gathered all the required tools and readies myself for the Viper Build today. The last thing I needed was some spray on primer, which I got today.
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5377_zps6b9ec676.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5377_zps6b9ec676.jpg.html)
Reading through the instructions, I decided to do something I have never actually done before on a kit such as this and actually follow the them :hmmm:
On the first page it says "wash all parts in a mild detergent", which to me says "soapy water".
So, the first sortie of the Viper was into the kitchen sink!
Here are all the parts (minus canopy and transparent stand).
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5380_zps27f0728a.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5380_zps27f0728a.jpg.html)
And then....we stop for the moment :(
I was all ready to prime the first section of build, but looking out the window, I am afraid to say its very very grey. I don't have a spray booth yet, so I am the mercy of the weather.
If I get anywhere today, you guys will know.
Skyline2uk
Is it finished yet? :D
Vipers, much better than X-wings!!
Hi
I have built that model myself but like you had trouble finding suitable photos so just painted it grey. Looking forward to seeing what you do.
Cheers
Paul
Crikey that thing reminds me of my childhood days reading Dan Dare in the Eagle, neat looking model and looking forward to seeing the finished project :thumbsup:
QuoteI have built that model myself but like you had trouble finding suitable photos so just painted it grey. Looking forward to seeing what you do.
Well if anything it gives me an excuse to watch the series again :D
I am planning on following the instructions for paint scheme, with the possible exception of the red, which I don't have....NSE red Viper stripes :laugh3: anyone?!
QuoteVipers, much better than X-wings!!
Ohhhh controversial!
We were watching "Return of the Jedi" today, so I can compare.....
Personally I like them both, but Lego do a rather fetching X-wing that is far easier to build....and as beloved has recently discovered....Ewoks too!
Skyline2uk
I do rather like the rebooted Vipers. If you're after "prototype" information, there are some lovely images of the original series renders here:
http://www.galactica.tv/battlestar-galactica-2003-news/colonial-viper-mk-ii.html (http://www.galactica.tv/battlestar-galactica-2003-news/colonial-viper-mk-ii.html)
Personally, I'd go for a very light grey as a basis - something like NSE silver grey (like on the 442s). The Vipers tended to look very beaten up in the series, so it should be a fun build!
Can't beat the new-look Cylon Raiders for sheer evil-ness though...
(http://contactinfinitefutures.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/cylon-raider.jpg)
I guess that the finish is what counts.
After your overall colour you should try masking off some of the panels and colouring them in a slightly different shade / finish. Use PostIts for speed. Also run very diluted colours into the panel lines to low light them. I guess the thing about this ship is that you wouldn't put steaks in the diection of the airflow when weathering as there is no airflow... Any streaking would be downwards in the gavity of the hanger.
Another thing - why do the engines have intakes? I never could get the hang of this SciFi stuff...
***Uber Nerd Alert!!***
QuoteI guess the thing about this ship is that you wouldn't put steaks in the diection of the airflow when weathering as there is no airflow... Any streaking would be downwards in the gavity of the hanger.
Another thing - why do the engines have intakes? I never could get the hang of this SciFi stuff...
The thing about the Viper MkII is that it is also capable of flight in an atmosphere.... ;)
Skyline2uk
Hello Skyline,
I built a Star Wars "Venator" star destroyer a few years ago with one of my kids. It's mainly grey and maroon, a bit like your Viper.
To pain it, we gave it a caot of Halford's grey primer first. Small areas were then masked off, and a lighter grey was sprayed over. The light grey with darker panels looked good. Then some raised areas were brush painted with another shade of grey. All together it looked pretty good.
We also used a fine Rotring type pen to pick out panel lines and emphasise other fine details.
The thrusters were sprayed with Pewter metalcote from Homebase that can be polished. And the whole thing was weathered with Tamiya blocks and powders, before coating with matt varnish. The streaking was done as if the thing flew through an atmosphere, as it looked more realistic, even if it wasn't!
It turned out OK.
cheers
Ben A.
Evening all,
Well, primer spraying of first components has gone reasonably well, with the exception of a stray piece of somthing (plant, hair, grass) ending up on the side of the largest piece.
So, first couple of questions for the forum:
1) How do I prevent stray bits attaching themselves to the model when spraying outside?
2) If I let the primer fully dry, is the best approach to file down the effected area and re-spray?
Thanks for the brilliant advice (Captain, Greybeema and Ben A), certainly food for thought...
According to my research the standard livery for this Mark was in fact mostly white. Its certainly what the instructions suggest. I am really torn between doing a battle worn one or a factory fresh / restored one as presented to Cpt Adama in the pilot Episode.
The latter was my original plan, but I wonder if I should push myself modelling wise? Thing is I have never finished a kit yet (closest I came was a lovely Eurofighter Typhoon, which met its end via a duster :(), so a fully shiny one would sort of satisfy justice for me?!
Skyline2uk
QuoteAnother thing - why do the engines have intakes? I never could get the hang of this SciFi stuff..
For a really nerdy response: They could be "Bussard Collectors" that gather free-roaming hydrogen atoms from space and convert them into fuel. It's the lit up dome at the front of the warp nacelles on a Federation Starship. I'm sure that Colonial technology could have evolved something similar, if more functional in appearance.
See here:
http://www.lcarscom.net/brs.htm (http://www.lcarscom.net/brs.htm)
For an even nerdier reply :laughabovepost:
The Bussard Ramscoop was created long before ST:TNG, and even ST:TOS; it dates back to 1960. It's been used in Tau Ceti (Anderson), Known Space (Niven) which is where I first came across it, and also in Cosmos (Sagan) where I barely recall it :confused1:
It's a very interesting piece of science ... see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bussard_ramjet (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bussard_ramjet) for detail on it. Given the back-story on the Colonials, I see no reason why they couldn't have it as well as the Federation :laugh:
Quote from: MikeDunn on April 16, 2013, 09:23:30 AM
It's been used in Tau Ceti (Anderson),
I'll up the nerd count even more :D
It's
Tau Zero isn't it?
Great book... recently re-read it funnily enough.
I wonder if there's a statistically significant correlation between n-gauge modellers and sci-fi nerds?
:D
G
Quote from: Gnep on April 16, 2013, 09:31:14 AM
I wonder if there's a statistically significant correlation between n-gauge modellers and sci-fi nerds?
:D
G
Reading through this thread I think there is a lot of evidence to justify that thought :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing:
Live long and prosper!
cheers John
In the interests of balance this thread is completely lost on me ;D
Never watched space stuff really, a bit of Space 1999 if there was nothing else on, plus odd episodes of the original Star Trek but that's it. Watched the first Star Wars film (or is it the fourth now? I dunno :confused: ) and it bored me to death :D
Having said that I'm still watching the thread as it's a plastic model kit and they're ALWAYS interesting ;) I'll get round to building my 1:144 scale SRN4 Hovercraft one day! ::)
Paul
Quote from: Gnep on April 16, 2013, 09:31:14 AM
I'll up the nerd count even more :D
It's Tau Zero isn't it?
Great book...
So it is - oops ! :doh:
In my defence, never read it or much of his stuff ... One of these days !
Most of my library is stuff like Zelazny (now there was an author ...), Weber, Niven, Gibson, Asomov, Heinlein, etc ...
You lot need to get a proper hobby. Can I suggest model railways......... :bounce: :) :)
Quote from: Trev on April 16, 2013, 11:55:52 AM
You lot need to get a proper hobby. Can I suggest model railways......... :bounce: :) :)
:laughabovepost: :laughabovepost: :laughabovepost:
Now that is a slippery slope :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing:
cheers John.
Quote from: Trev on April 16, 2013, 11:55:52 AM
You lot need to get a proper hobby. Can I suggest model railways......... :bounce: :) :)
:laugh: :laugh:
Can I remind you it was a model railway forum that got us here in the first place!! :laugh: :laugh:
:jawdropping:
What on Earth (or off in this case) is going on with this thread?!
I will report on the progress of my Viper shortly...just been called for my tea :P
Skyline2uk
:D :D :D
Hello all,
Well, mainly to keep you nice people happy this project is progressing faster than I thought it would.
I have started applying the first actual paint today. Despite picking up a new, very cheap airbrush yesterday, I decided to brush paint these small parts. The parts in question are what would be called "gear doors" (not sure what you call them on Vipers!), and some metallic paint is used here. Modelling craft with "Gear Down" is a tradition with me, I think its because I don't like to "waste" the bits!
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5385_zps976a5579.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5385_zps976a5579.jpg.html)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5384_zps0672e9f8.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5384_zps0672e9f8.jpg.html)
I make no claim for my airbrush being in the same league as some of the new ones bought on the forum, but for a plastic kit it should do the job. One day I will invest in a proper one, but that comes when the layout is much more complete and I start on the actual rolling stock modelling.
Anyway, after reading the instructions for the viper, I see that the inside of the doors are "Aluminum" and the outside, along with the rest of the underside of the viper, is white. So I think the best way to tackle it is to paint the inside of the doors when they are loose, mask them, then attach to the body and spray the assembly.
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5386_zps1fdc58d0.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5386_zps1fdc58d0.jpg.html)
At this point I have used some "Maskol", which I bought around 5 years ago and fully expected to dry out by now. But no, its fine. This is the first time I have used this product and, it is a little tricky. It seems to dry very quickly, or at least become tacky. I hope the mask is good enough, but that depends more on me than the product!
Tomorrow I hope to spray the first white coat.
Skyline2uk
What got me with Maskol was ruining the brush used !
Ah yes, I thought this would be a problem.
I have used an old brush, but I clean it immediately in Humbrol Enamel thinners. Seems to get the stuff off quickly, even if it may not be the intended use.
Of course I would never use a new brush with this Maskol stuff, its going to gum things up eventually.
Skyline2uk
I tend to use a PVA glue spreader (like the ones in infant school) and a cocktail stick to spread maskol, i would go for landing skid doors or just as u
You said
i didn't know there where kits out there for the viper,,,,,, i might be tempted to try make one,,,
watching with interest! :thumbsup:
Hi Skyline
Nice to see a Viper being built, and yours looks good. Plastic model kits is the other hobby I don't find time for but love to do. Did you manage to get rid of the dust on the primed coat? I usually end up removing the primer and starting again or, if you are careful, using a blade to lift the bits off, then sand around the area to the plastic again. The only trick is to get the patch to blend in again - but a good primer will hide it. Halford plastic primer is pretty good.
These Revell kits are repops of the original Moebius kits (with better decals in the Revell kits) - there is the other Viper, and the Galactica in the range. I hope Revell also pick up the Moebius Cylon ship and the Cylon new style centurion kit too (but that would just add to my "not-built" pile :-) )
kester
Quote from: scotsoft on April 16, 2013, 09:35:22 AM
Quote from: Gnep on April 16, 2013, 09:31:14 AM
I wonder if there's a statistically significant correlation between n-gauge modellers and sci-fi nerds?
:D
G
Reading through this thread I think there is a lot of evidence to justify that thought :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing:
Live long and prosper!
cheers John
Well, to reverse the trend, Jean Luc Picard was a railway modeller too, every time they wanted to go anywhere, he'd point and say "N-Gauge"
Taxi....
QuoteWell, to reverse the trend, Jean Luc Picard was a railway modeller too, every time they wanted to go anywhere, he'd point and say "N-Gauge"
:doh:
Thanks for the interest folks, just glued on the bay doors, waiting for them to dry.
QuoteDid you manage to get rid of the dust on the primed coat?
Yeah I did thanks, using my latest purchase (from Trainwest) of a set of needle files. How I got this far in my modelling life without them! Gently sanded down the dodgy area and re-sprayed. Worked well and now I can't remember which side it was :D
Stay happy folks
Skyline2uk
Evening all.
So mixed reports on the Viper project.
First things first, you get what you pay for. The cheap airbrush I bought to use on this project has turned out to be, well, rubbish. Could not make it work well without the paint being too runny, which resulted in a rubbish first white paint layer.
I moved on to using a white spay can an I was happy until that too ran (probably my fault though, over-compensating for strong winds today and got too close). Its not awful, but I got to the point when I got angry and had to walk away.
One final point on Humbrol Maskol...it says on the pot "do not leave on the model for more than 3 days". I left it for a week and it ended up taking one bay door right back to the plastic!
Oh well, will leave it and see what I can do when I am not so annoyed (and its light / dry outside!).
Skyline2uk
I have got to a point now where
Quote from: Skyline2uk on April 28, 2013, 09:10:11 PM
Evening all.
So mixed reports on the Viper project.
First things first, you get what you pay for. The cheap airbrush I bought to use on this project has turned out to be, well, rubbish. Could not make it work well without the paint being too runny, which resulted in a rubbish first white paint layer.
I moved on to using a white spay can an I was happy until that too ran (probably my fault though, over-compensating for strong winds today and got too close). Its not awful, but I got to the point when I got angry and had to walk away.
One final point on Humbrol Maskol...it says on the pot "do not leave on the model for more than 3 days". I left it for a week and it ended up taking one bay door right back to the plastic!
Oh well, will leave it and see what I can do when I am not so annoyed (and its light / dry outside!).
Skyline2uk
I have got to a point now where
Hi
I've found with airbrushes you certainly get what you pay for. I bought an Iwata Revolution and found it to be excellent. When I bought a compressor I had the option to buy a compressor complete with hose and a pair of airbrushes (it basically cost me £3 for the airbrushes). Not to put too finer point on it the airbrushes are cr@p. The compressor though is excellent.
Cheers
Paul
Just a quick update before bed....
Have managed to save the white coat and, all being well, I can move on with the build now :-)
Skyline2uk
Hey hey,
Getting into my stride with this project now. The underside of the body has been sorted, masking of the doors completed and produced a good result.
Moving onto the next steps, landing "skids" and cockpit.
I deviated from the instructions with the painting of what would be called "landing gear", painting the structure in "Aluminium" as instructed, but the skids themselves "Steel". I reasoned that the "Skids" would be subjected to a much more harsh life and should be made out of a tougher stuff.
With the cockpit, I rapidly completed the small piece of assembly work to build the console, but here I noticed something a bit strange. The grey of my chose primer (plasticoat spray), is almost a total match for the "silky grey" called for to paint the entire cockpit and console assembly. I honestly cannot see where I have painted!
I will of course add some photos, but the battery has just gone flat on my camera.
Looking at the interior detail, I deviated again from instruction and painted the Viper seat in a, shall we say, "non-standard colour". Wont say anymore just now, but suffice to say our own dear Tank will approve ;)
Skyline2uk
As promised are some progress pictures.....
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5387_zps8e195fc7.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5387_zps8e195fc7.jpg.html)
Photo above shows the modification I have made to the cockpit paint scheme. Yep, I have decided a plain grey seat is plain dull, so standard issue Viper cockpits in my universe now come with NSE red seats :D
I have now finished on the lower body, skids and cockpit assembly (the latter including many fiddly water slide decals). Progress to date is summarised below:
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5570_zps1711257d.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5570_zps1711257d.jpg.html)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5571_zpsb0bb9c96.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5571_zpsb0bb9c96.jpg.html)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5572_zps218d73be.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5572_zps218d73be.jpg.html)
Now onto the main structural stuff, the body of the Viper, most of it already primed.
Enjoying this, and saw a large scale Typhoon on sale today....... :confused1:
Skyline2uk
There is a precedent. The humble Spitfire had a Red seat. Mk 5 onwards the seat was molded from a brick red coloured bakerlite plastic…
:laughabovepost:
Yey!
Skyline2uk
Hey all,
I have not stopped this, I just don't really want to post all the "miss-haps" I have had!
Its been very much a case of 2 steps forward and 1 back with the painting on this. Use 6 (yes SIX!) cans of Humbrol Gloss White spray....and two or three components have needed re-work.
And that includes what should have been the last two components in white this evening :(
Oh well, learnt a lot and most of the dodgy stuff is not viewable from "normal" (i.e. not upside down!) angles.
Just looking for a small pot of the same white to touch-up the paint on the finished structure (in stock in Modelzone but can tell if its in Bristol store).
NOT blowing another £5.00 on a can of spray!
Skyline2uk
Evening all,
So, after a long time not reporting, I have actually been assembling....
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5810_zpsbb33fa56.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5810_zpsbb33fa56.jpg.html)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5814_zps30b04a17.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5814_zps30b04a17.jpg.html)
The main pieces (wings, engine cowlings, exhausts and fin) that I had left to build all went together in about 10 minutes....after about 3 weeks working out how to get the wings on!
Turns out I had been a bit over zealous with the glue and had to break a seal between the lower fuse and upper two sections. Not mentioned in the instructions but...no I won't blame them!
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5815_zps14a5d55d.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5815_zps14a5d55d.jpg.html)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5816_zpsa37c3280.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5816_zpsa37c3280.jpg.html)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF5817_zps0f2dab99.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF5817_zps0f2dab99.jpg.html)
Must be honest and say that the pictures rather flatter the paint job on my Viper. The main thing I will take from this build is that aerosol cans can be anything but straight forward to use (well for me anyway). The case for investing in a decent airbrush is growing.
Now I have to sort out the canopy (not painted or glued yet), do the (many) decals and add a gloss clear finish.
"Starbuck....wadda you hear....?"
Skyline2uk
Well after a final push I have completed all of the Decal work on the Viper.
Rather pleased with the results. Its not perfect by any stretch, some of the red stripes were really fiddly so there are the odd gaps where white shows. I may see if I can find the suitable paint colours (you have to mix two to match the stripe annoyingly) to touch the gaps up.
In the meantime, here is how "Triple 2" looks as of last night :)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF6232_zps3d8dbaab.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF6232_zps3d8dbaab.jpg.html)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF6233_zpsb1fc84dc.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF6233_zpsb1fc84dc.jpg.html)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF6234_zpsc21e31e1.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF6234_zpsc21e31e1.jpg.html)
Have some more finishing touches to do, one of which is a clear coat of some sort.
Have a can of un-used Revell Clear Spray, wondering if that would be ok to use??
Guessing I should test it first and have a method for that. Has anybody else used this clear spray over decals before?
Skyline2uk
You have made a good job of it Skyline2uk, it looks superb :thumbsup:
When can I book a joy ride in it :D ;)
Thank you for posting your pictures :thankyousign:
cheers John.
QuoteYou have made a good job of it Skyline2uk, it looks superb :thumbsup:
Thanks very much, coming from a member such as yourself that is a real compliment.
As for the joy-ride, when I perfect the shrink ray you can have a shot after me. Though judging by the hand-eye co-ordination I showed earlier today (utter failed to wing a cuddly "Minion" at Legoland :() she may not be in one piece after my sortie ???
Your welcome re the pictures. Tiny bit of pride (first even 100% decal complete kit) in my posting TBH
Skyline2uk
:greatpicturessign:
Nice piece of modelling there buddy, the paintwork and decals look great. Is it NSE or possibly for the new HS2?lol
Regards
Ian
Thanks mate,
QuoteIs it NSE or possibly for the new HS2?lol
:D
Well the cynical part of me (or should that be CYLon part of me....I'll get my coat :doh:) thinks that we will all get Vipers before HS2 is finished.
Oh, and this example has a genuine NSE red seat (see earlier in thread) :)
Skyline2uk
Hello all,
So today I came home from a business trip and decided to see if my experiment had worked.....
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF6235_zps545fac59.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF6235_zps545fac59.jpg.html)
....And I am glad to say that my first ever attempt at "Wasp" stripes has turned out ok :D
OK its there is some bleed through in a few places, and at this scale it is useless to N gauge, but its a start!
And its perfectly acceptable if you are looking to re-create a small section of....
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF6236_zps71179e79.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF6236_zps71179e79.jpg.html)
Viper Hanger Deck!
I was chuffed with the way my kit turned out, so when I noticed I had a spar bit of plasticard lying around I decided to make a mounting board for it.
The Decal Sheet even had some suitable spares which I think were made for the purpose:
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF6241_zpsc22ed898.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF6241_zpsc22ed898.jpg.html)
All that remains now is to glue the canopy on and then see what my clear coat spray is like. This will be tested on the "Deck" before the Viper, especially useful as I want to know how the Decals react.
Stay happy all
Skyline2k
Its been a while since I posted this thread.....
http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=11711.msg120157#msg120157 (http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=11711.msg120157#msg120157)
....and even longer since I took the photo that triggered the idea, but with the completion of the Viper project and the progress (so far) of the building project for Filton TMD going well, I decided to snap this up when it came up on the 'bay:
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF7270_zpse547468c.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF7270_zpse547468c.jpg.html)
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF7271_zps1311c1c2.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF7271_zps1311c1c2.jpg.html)
And this last picture shows the load intended for it:
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r488/Skyline2uk/DSCF7272_zps82a5870f.jpg) (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/Skyline2uk/media/DSCF7272_zps82a5870f.jpg.html)
....as you can see, some extra truck-deck may be needed :hmmm:
I will say here and now, this is a long-term project. I don't anticipate getting on with this until the building approaches a more complete state.
The first thing I need to establish is, for my own personal requirements, do I need another set of wheels or maybe even another tractor unit to butcher? Either one of these will realistically require another model truck. Some careful choosing of a cut point (to insert an extension) may mean I can put this decision off until later.
Any advice most welcome :thumbsup:
Skyline2uk
Another day, another resurrected Skyline thread.
Where I left the entry above (21 months and 1 house ago!), I had one Tomytec lorry and a locomotive awaiting collection.
The next thing I needed to do was add some length (no sniggering at the back), by cutting and shutting in another donor model.
This has now been done, as shown by the pictures below:
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(above not glue, but lined up for size check)
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Until I end up with the above status this evening.
Is is not perfect. I am still learning how to use the glue (Plastic Magic), as on a couple of joints it has seeped under the clamps I am using and left some marks, but one is under the trailer and the other should be covered by track (supporting the locomotive).
I am now at a stage when I am considering painting.
I only want to paint the trailer as the tractor unit is nice enough for me (I may add some "English" detailing). The plastic used to mould these seems to be quite a high gloss finish....should I sand it? I don't want to remove any detail?
My plan so far is to apply light coats of aerosol primer, and depending on success of that I will either spray the top coat or hand paint (I may have to use a brush for the fiddly bits around the wheels). Does anybody have any better strategy / ideas?
Skyline2uk
You could spray Klear or semi-Matt varnish onto the plastic?
Klear is an acrylic based product - available on Amazon or search NGF
Small bit of progress today.
I chopped up a suitable length of Peco track to support the load.
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Looking at prototype photos I have noticed that the track used seems to be missing sleepers.
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Happy to say that 56 059 looks quite comfy on the back of the trailer.
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And finally, with thanks to @class37025 (http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=311) who very kindly supplied me with a box full of loco and wagon axle sets. Here is just one of several potential uses for them, unless people think they look unsuitable?
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Skyline2uk
So over the last few days I have been progressing with the painting of the trailer.
As part of the "project on a budget" part of this work, I used aerosol paints that were already "in stock".
I was a bit nervous about using these as they might have been a bit think and "drown" details. Anyway, I took my time and (weather permitting), did a coat / side each day.
Here are the results right up to yesterday:
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Some small bits of white still showing around the wheels to touch-up were I was over-protective with the masking on the wheels. Given the alternative (red wheels), its a compromise I am happy with.
The track is by no means finished or even the final piece I will use, just something I am toying with.
Skyline2uk
Evening all.
So, after repairing the man cave once again (see my tantrum on the "Unhappy Thread" a month or so back), and the departure of people using it to sleep in (the nerve!), I actually did some modelling tonight.
Mainly progress with my transporter which I am actually quite happy with. I added some extra detailing front and back on the trailer and glued the track bed into place. Got a couple more bits to add and then some detailing to the "load" (AKA my old Farish 56), and then it will be added to the layout.
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Whilst some paint / glue was drying, I added the first of many signs to the layout itself.
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Skyline2uk
Evening all.
I know we of the model railway world never really use the word "finished", but this vehicle is as close as my projects tend to get.
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I sought advice on the Forum Facebook group and the N gauge Facebook group as to the best way to secure the loco on the trailer. Feedback (including from a genuine truck driver) was that loco bogies were chained down, with restraints never going over the body (not load bearing and prone to damage).
As a result four short lengths of chain (attempted toning down included) were cut to length and secured on one end only so I can remove the loco (which is after all still functional) or replace as wanted.
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The staff at Filton TMD prepare to bid fairwell to their much loved 56059. Traction motor failure (not really, needs clean / oil) combined with the allocation of much fitter classmate 56013 makes its return to daily use very uncertain.
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As viewed from the A38, a spotter gets a last shot.
I have started noting down the bones of a potential submission to the NGS journal showing how I went about this (uncensored, I am no expert so errors included). What do fellow forum / NGS members think? Worth a go? Or not the sort of thing good articles are made of?
Skyline2uk
Defiantly worth it, I know I have net seen it done before and well it looks spot on!
Cheers acko.
Must be 100% honest and say this is not my idea, I was inspired by another model / layout I saw a few years back. See this thread:
http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=11711.msg120157#msg120157 (http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=11711.msg120157#msg120157)
Skyline2uk
Very nice looking load & trailer! Well done.
According to Wikipedia (so possibly not 100% accurate!) a class 56 loco weighs 125 tons, meaning the lorry required to haul it would need to be STGO cat 3. If you do a google image search for 'STGO cat 3' you'll find that, whilst the majority of the tractor units in that class have 4 axles, there are some like yours with only 3.
Having said that, the maximum permitted weight per axle is 15 tonnes*, meaning that to transport a 56, you'd need a total of 9 axles. To transport something that heavy, they'd likely use a trailer with a front bogie, like this one:
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8566/16865778835_d2197bed0c.jpg)
I know it's a long time since you asked the question, but no one seemed to have given you an answer.
*I'm not sure if the 15t limit includes the tractor unit or not. Maybe you'd need 9 axles on the trailer alone?
Here you go - a class 56 on a trailer:
(http://farm9.static.flickr.com/8562/16083223020_a31f6b821c.jpg)
Thank you for the informative response jrb :thumbsup:
I was aware that my model would be a little "flight of fancy" (maybe my 56 has a few parts missing now and so is lighter?!).
That is why I am wondering about doing the NGS article, because I know much more prototypical models are now becoming available (using 3D printing for example)?
Skyline2uk
Put an 08 or a coach on there for an NGS article they are lighter so shouldn't be as big an issue!
Will see how easy it is to swop 56 for 08 and snap picture.
Skyline2uk
So I thought I would resurrect this old "workbench" thread to record what I mange to get done in Lockdown.
Some of you may have seen these before on Facebook, but I have some more things planned and they will be recorded on here as well.
First project was this NGS Shark. This was almost 100% done in the Lockdown period and was my first ever NGS kit.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/92/1081-020520152722.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=92319)
I loved making it and will almost certainly be getting another.
After that, I moved on to decorating these TPM (now NGS) PTA/JTA/JUA wagons.
Apart from some grey paint details, the majority of the work was applying Fox ARC decals (180 in total on the rake of 10).
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/92/1081-020520152914.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=92320)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/92/1081-020520153032.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=92321)
Yes I need to look at improving the running (or at least touch the wagon wheel sets with oil), and I need to choose what wagons to add the ladders to. Any additional work needs to wait until I have suitable Matt varnish to seal the decals.
That all being said, this rake has been a long time (over two years) coming. Plus the couplings are more reliable than a lot of my RTR stuff on this Kato loop....
I have a couple of questions for the collective to finish:
1. How many of the rake ARC wagons should I apply the ladders to? Photos and videos of the takes at Westbury in the rough period I want to model (at the start of ARC use) suggests around half of them had ladders fitted.
2. What should I tackle next on the bench? I have 2x 1/144 aircraft kits, 2x rather nifty looking metal etched fold kits and a NGS Salmon wagon.
Skyline2uk
@Skyline2uk (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=1081) Nice job sir :claphappy: very nice job. The only bad thing I can see in the pictures is that Grid :sick:
:laughabovepost:
Each to their own.....
My OCD is satisfied as I have seen pictures of 56001 in these colours on these wagons.
However, if you take issue with the Grid, please join me in pushing Dapol to deliver their 59/1. It's only been 8 years :doh:
Skyline2uk
Only messing mate, I'm not a fan of the 56s that's what my point was. Only meant in light hearted fun.
As for pushing Dapol weve been waiting 10years for a WC/BOB so I feel your pain!!!!
:helpneededsign:
Quote from: exmouthcraig on May 02, 2020, 03:49:10 PM
Only messing mate, I'm not a fan of the 56s that's what my point was. Only meant in light hearted fun.
As for pushing Dapol weve been waiting 10years for a WC/BOB so I feel your pain!!!!
Oh don't worry, I didn't take offence.
We are all different and it would be very dull if everyone liked the same diesels :D
Funny enough, if you are waiting for the WC/BOB so am I, because I was told be Dapol that is in front of the 59 in the N gauge development list!
So I decided, after a workbench tidy, to begin another NGS kit last night.
Ok, I decided on this kit because it was on the top of the pile of stuff in my draw.
Ok, I say "begin", but I had already started with a dusting of primer and an experiment with yellow paint...
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/92/1081-030520085227.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=92406)
I want to build an air-braked version and think I have found a photo of an example in a livery I can re-produce. Essentially the wagon sides are all yellow, with the exception of a thin stripe along the bottom.
Will see if I am capable of producing a finish I am happy with.
Skyline2uk
So the Salmon has leapt (sorry) forward:
Decided to do a bit of painting before assembly. I figured the sides would be most fiddly to do once assembled, so using so Easter Egg packaging (meaning I had to eat the egg, such sacrifice for my art :D):
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/92/1081-070520115540.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=92825)
Got the sides glued on ok, which was the bit I was fearing most:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/92/1081-070520115736.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=92826)
And then it was onto the weights and air brake gubbins (I have chosen to model the wagon as seen from late 70s / early 80s). The weights were a very tight fit and needed to trim them slightly. This could have been something I did wrong with the sides.
On a positive note, the etched parts for the air pipes are excellent and robust enough for me to fold them without a problem. I was glad I gave them a dust of primer before starting assembly, made them easier to see:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/92/1081-070520120603.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=92829)
Today I have added some of the extra truss supports and (not shown below), the handbrake wheel mounts.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/92/1081-070520120330.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=92828)
I have decided I will now mask up ready to paint the underneath black. Coating the details should be easier without the final two trusses in place, so they will be glued on after.
Skyline2uk
Quote from: Skyline2uk on May 07, 2020, 12:07:03 PM
(meaning I had to eat the egg, such sacrifice for my art :D):
I too have sacrificed (my waistline) to chocl-art. Solidarity, brother :thumbsup:
Quote from: tutenkhamunsleeping on May 07, 2020, 12:15:58 PM
Quote from: Skyline2uk on May 07, 2020, 12:07:03 PM
(meaning I had to eat the egg, such sacrifice for my art :D):
I too have sacrificed (my waistline) to chocl-art. Solidarity, brother :thumbsup:
Glad to hear it :D ;)
Skyline2uk
So as of today, the Salmon looks like this.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/93/1081-100520114659.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=93032)
I am quite happy with the way the top deck looks. This was my first attempt at producing a "rusty steel" look. I figured I would try it as it only needs to look passable until I get the track panel load sorted.
Final paint step will be a thin band of engineers grey along the bottom of the solebar. This is sort of a reversed "Dutch" livery (in terms of band thickness), as shown on this prototype shot:
https://paulbartlett.zenfolio.com/brsalmon8ft/h3e46c820 (https://paulbartlett.zenfolio.com/brsalmon8ft/h3e46c820)
Then it's onto decals.
Skyline2uk
This afternoon I have added one sided worth of decals:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/93/1081-110520153312.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=93122)
You may be able to make out the thin band of engineers grey along the sides. It wasn't fun to do and not sure I would bother in future. Still, it's close to prototype so at least I know that.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/93/1081-110520153436.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=93123)
Other side, brake wheels and varnish left.
Skyline2uk
And apart from varnish, that's the Sturgeon finished.
Second NGS kit, as enjoyable as the Shark with different challenges. I recon the Salmon took less than half the time though.
Took the chance to compare the Salmon and Revolution Sturgeon. Coupling is spot on, but both a touch lower than the (Farish) 33.
Need another project!
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/93/1081-120520112151.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=93161)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/93/1081-120520112240.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=93162)
Skyline2uk
Nice bit of Dutch 8)
Guess who's back, back again....
13 months or so of the delay since the last post is accounted for by the moving into and completing more urgent projects on, the new house.
With those done and the new train room set up (without having to share space with work / office stuff), I am delighted to be back to modelling.
As it happens, the first across the new bench is another rake of PTA/JTA/JUA wagons. In this case they are made up of kits found at the bottom of @Mirrlees (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=340) draws (no, trust me, you don't want to go there) topped up where required with bits from the ever helpful NGS.
As requested, they are set to be finished in later Yeoman livery (when under CAIB ownership). Tonight I have just found out that this livery uses a different shade of grey to the originals. This later "Steel" grey matches much more closely to the supplied plastic so I am thinking some paint might not be required (which is good because I haven't got the the RAL code for it).
Feels really good to be back doing this.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/127/1081-121122224151.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=127621)
Skyline2uk
Keep up the fantastic work mate. Love seeing your projects.
Cheers
Anthony
Quote from: 37058 on November 13, 2022, 10:11:56 PM
Keep up the fantastic work mate. Love seeing your projects.
Cheers
Anthony
Right back at ya buddy.
Skyline2uk
Quiet on here, but making progress
Frames painted and secured to the bodies, all but one set of buffers installed to the end wagons and some nifty paint pens used to add the lamp brackets.
Having obtained some Foster Yeoman blue at Warley (in answer to my query on applying the full Yeoman logo over ribs), I am nearing the start of decal application.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/1081-111222211451.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128469)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/1081-111222211541.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128470)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/1081-111222211638.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128471)
Skyline2uk
Had a marvellous burst of energy this evening and got a "side" completed.
I may review some more photos to see if I can find a home for some of the remaining decals on the sheet, but this is definitely a "model" to follow.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/1081-161222222206.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128600)
Skyline2uk
Very nicely done. :)
Back to the bench this evening after the festivities
Workbench had some new stock on it briefly as shown in the first photo.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/1081-271222221053.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128797)
Rapidly decided putting decals on was less stressful than coupling the JHAs so I went back to that!
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/1081-271222221210.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128798)
Skyline2uk
I have not enjoyed the best of starts to 2023, but the wonderful soothing properties of modelling have been invaluable.
Sat in my train room with a project like this on the go for a couple of hours genuinely lifts my mood.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/128/1081-020123095854.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=128931)
Spotted a minor error which I could correct before it was too late: Namely the data panels for the end wagons need to be different to those for the middle ones. Fortunately the supplies decals are enough to cover the 4 outers I have.
Small victories.
Skyline2uk
Not checked in for a while mate, mainly because I'm seeing all your wonderful work on Facebook, but my gosh those PTAs are coming on a treat!! :claphappy:
Cheers
Anthony
Those of you who make use of Facebook may have seen updates there, but I thought an update was needed on the (very) old workbench thread.
So due to a combination of the weather, not being able to varnish inside and a shortage of parts, the rakes of JTA/JUAs have been set aside for a bit.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/1081-110323090110.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130570)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/1081-110323090228.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130571)
However more activity can be found in the train room in the form of a project I have wanted to attempt for years, the 442.
I obtained a complete TPM kit last year and last month the coaches and a suitable chassis arrived.
It's already been a learning experience, and despite feeling slightly destructive with the removal of plastic and paint, but so far so good I think...
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/1081-110323090614.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130572)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/1081-110323090708.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130573)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/1081-110323090826.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130574)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/1081-110323090912.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130575)
Skyline2uk
Saw this on fb Adam and must say I'm always massively impressed with your workbench layout!
Mine is just boxes full of bits and pieces, yours is always meticulously laid out and I really like your presentation cases!!!
Will follow not because I'm a fan of the 442, I think they are one of the ugliest things ever to run on our rails but just in envy of your workbench :D
Quote from: exmouthcraig on March 11, 2023, 09:20:01 AM
Saw this on fb Adam and must say I'm always massively impressed with your workbench layout!
Mine is just boxes full of bits and pieces, yours is always meticulously laid out and I really like your presentation cases!!!
Will follow not because I'm a fan of the 442, I think they are one of the ugliest things ever to run on our rails but just in envy of your workbench :D
:smiley-laughing:
I can assure you a lot of it is to do with my OCD and also some stage management. The rest of the room doesn't match the neatness and is long over due for a clean out. I went so long without any railway room that I started projects as soon as they were feasible rather than upon room completion.
As for the 442....I have seen worse (cough, class 70, cough), but I agree it's not going to win "Miss NSE" ;)
Skyline2uk
Progress tonight
All coaches now have their required cutouts for the installation of mounts for Yaw Dampers.
Two coaches have now been stripped as well.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/1081-120323222538.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130662)
After I finish stripping the other coaches I will turn my attention to the roof details that can be modified. I say "can", as I am fairly sure I won't be replacing all of the moulded detail with supplied cast ones. I am not confident I can achieve a good enough result without damaging the roof.
That being said, new features on the buffet coach will most likely be added.
Skyline2uk
Keep up the great work. I love seeing the conversion. :)
Quote from: Tank on March 24, 2023, 09:09:48 PM
Keep up the great work. I love seeing the conversion. :)
Thank you great leader 😊
Finished stripping all the paint tonight (motor / buffet not shown).
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/130/1081-250323213809.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=130939)
Going to look at getting a decent mitre block this week and then maybe finally put the big trousers on to remove ends for cab installation.
Skyline2uk
good inspiration there for all of us.
Quote from: Skyline2uk on March 25, 2023, 09:39:33 PM
.................. maybe finally put the big trousers on ...................
Is this a Bristol thing? I have no idea what it means and even if I did you wouldn't find me doing the same :hmmm:
:laughabovepost:
Are you suggesting you where small trousers John?
Because I don't believe you :smiley-laughing:
Skyline2uk
Short trousers, not small trousers. Although smaller these days since I've been going to the gym twice a week including tonight :sweat:
I hope you wear your "daps" when you go to the gym ?
Of course I do or my feet would get bloody cold.
This afternoon has seen 5 or a rake of 10 Yeoman PTAs finished with etched details.
This project has been a long time in the making and represents my first ever "commission".
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/1081-310323155515.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131086)
With a following wind (no shortage of that here today), the rest should be completed soon and delivered to their new home.
End couplings are omitted here at request of new owner to allow for use of Hunt Couplings at each end.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/1081-310323155702.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131087)
Skyline2uk
:greatwork:
I am trying to keep this thread up to date for those who choose not to partake in Facebook, so here is a bit of an update.
The last two weeks (up until this afternoon) have been a bit less intense in terms of modelling time but I have now completed every example of this wagon kit in the house.
Firstly the "customer" Yeoman rake was finished:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/1081-140423200658.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131495)
These should be delivered tomorrow to their new home.
Then my own ARC examples
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/1081-140423200755.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131496)
These added to my existing 10 from the dark days of lockdown give me a nice size train now. In honesty, they run fine but are a bit stiff (the new 5 being better than the originals though), so I am glad I have a powerful loco to haul them.
And if I get the link right, here is a (authentically squeaky) train now:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/kt00mtp8kzm5cuz/Video%2014-04-2023%2C%2015%2050%2049.mov?dl=0 (https://www.dropbox.com/s/kt00mtp8kzm5cuz/Video%2014-04-2023%2C%2015%2050%2049.mov?dl=0)
Attention will now move to the 442, and another commission which should be picked up tomorrow...
Skyline2uk
I may even see you tomorrow...................
Quote from: Trainfish on April 14, 2023, 08:36:09 PM
I may even see you tomorrow...................
Lol not sure if I should be disturbed that you got what was going on tomorrow from that post :smiley-laughing: :D :smiley-laughing:
But would be nice to catch up anyways matey
Skyline2uk
Well, if this post (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=58733.msg788599#msg788599) equals 2 and this post (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=12963.msg794349#msg794349) also has a value of 2 and you add them together then you get a total of 5 4 (https://www.calnemrs.org.uk/). Wasn't too difficult young man :D
No need to be disturbed about that. Other things about me yes but not that :laugh3:
Quote from: Trainfish on April 14, 2023, 09:27:09 PM
Well, if this post (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=58733.msg788599#msg788599) equals 2 and this post (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=12963.msg794349#msg794349) also has a value of 2 and you add them together then you get a total of 5 4 (https://www.calnemrs.org.uk/). Wasn't too difficult young man :D
No need to be disturbed about that. Other things about me yes but not that :laugh3:
Ha ha ha
Completely forgot about that first one...
Maybe I will hold off on your Sherlock hat for now....
Skyline2uk
In fairness I had been looking at that first post about 2 minutes beforehand so it was still fresh in my memory. All elementary stuff Watson.
Back to the bench
Not the first aviation related model that I have decalled in my time, but the first N scale (note I don't say gauge) one.
Also the first North American model. Some forum members may be familiar with the prototype trains, but for those that are not have a Google for "737 Fuselage Train".
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/1081-280423232319.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131917)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/131/1081-280423232419.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=131918)
Got to say, the Micro-Trains decals supplied with these wagon sets are superb. And they even work as the instructions say they will....
Skyline2uk