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#81
General Discussion / Re: My local bus stop
Last post by Graham - February 12, 2026, 06:30:28 AM
knowing how much you adore the ads for the golden arches, thought I would share the current one across the road from our local.


#82
N Gauge Discussion / Re: Should I go for sound?
Last post by scottmitchell74 - February 12, 2026, 03:38:22 AM
I just read this whole thing and changed my mind at least four times.  :)

#83
N Gauge Discussion / Re: Show your Latest GB Loco a...
Last post by scottmitchell74 - February 12, 2026, 01:23:15 AM
A new member of my roster for Black Douglas Vale.





#84
General Discussion / Re: The U K Model Shop directo...
Last post by Railbank - February 11, 2026, 11:08:09 PM
Excellent news, thank you Adrian and all the best to the new owner
#85
General Discussion / The U K Model Shop directory
Last post by Firstone18 - February 11, 2026, 10:20:47 PM
After the news earlier from Adrian regarding closure of this excellent resource, I notice this evening he is passing the site over to another party so it will reappear soon.  I am so pleased Adrian has been able to do this and it seems will continue to be involved for a while during the handover period.
See this link:  The UK Model Shop Directory
Thank you Adrian for all your work over the past years.
Cheers! 
#86
N Gauge Discussion / Re: Name Plate Vendors
Last post by scottmitchell74 - February 11, 2026, 03:47:49 PM
Quote from: Steven B on February 11, 2026, 03:35:21 PMWhat style of nameplate? There's a big difference between a bog-standard plate and the type fitted to the class 40 and Peaks for example.

Try:
https://www.railtec-models.com  (3d transfer)
https://www.shawplan.com/spcat.htm (etched)

Good question.

I don't want it to look goofy, but I am employing Rule 1. So, I just want my real-to-life but fictitious place to have locos I named, based on the proposed region, running by. So, as long as size and color looks good to me, I'm happy.

Light Railway Stores has exactly what I want, but won't ship to the US.

#87
N Gauge Discussion / Re: Name Plate Vendors
Last post by Steven B - February 11, 2026, 03:35:21 PM
What style of nameplate? There's a big difference between a bog-standard plate and the type fitted to the class 40 and Peaks for example.

Try:
https://www.railtec-models.com  (3d transfer)
https://www.shawplan.com/spcat.htm (etched)


#88
N Gauge Discussion / Re: Name Plate Vendors
Last post by scottmitchell74 - February 11, 2026, 02:58:08 PM
I've run into the problem of being in the US: no shipping.  :(
#89
N Gauge Discussion / Re: what are people doing on t...
Last post by 5213 65J - February 11, 2026, 01:25:09 PM






After many years I have finally started to plant gradient posts on my layout. I am pleased with the outcome of the LNW style. I also need a good few L&Y style which will be more of a challenge owing to their complex cast iron shape.
#90
N Gauge Discussion / Re: Name Plate Vendors
Last post by RWJP - February 11, 2026, 12:14:54 PM
I've only used Light Railway Stores myself and had a good experience with them. As others have mentioned custom plates can take a while to be made and sent out so be aware you will be waiting a while. LRS currently advise 8 weeks minimum.
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