In a recent conversation with Alan I believe one of the open issues is the plug type and how to interconnect the signals. Without knowing too much about this project and therefore the wiring details etc my initial thoughts would be to use computer network cable (cat5). This has 8 cores. The leads ar...

On the subject of parts for a joint adventure.... I would say there are probably more than enough 5 plank wagons running to fulfill the needs of any GL5 Rally. What crops up as a shortage is braked wagons. I for one would be happy to build something like a BR Vacuum braked van/closed wagon (not fish...

I too have been following your build on that site. The methods you have shown on that site have been very intertsing. Myself and Richard have done simular things on here with our wagon builds and Just as a suggestion perhaps you would like to place a few photos on here? Happy New year you and all my...

I hope some who is good at maths can check this theory... ! My milk tank was a bit resistant to traveling though some pointwork when tested by Alan the other day. So today i dropped the end wheels off and removed the washers I had put there to control end float. These measured in at 50 thou and so h...

I found these photo on an excellent Flickr website. http://www.flickr.com/photos/28083135@N06/" Quite a good collection of intersting photos. These milk tank ones caught my eye. Vauxall. Note the pipework and also the covers are open on the tanks and a hose in place for washing? http://farm6.staticf...

I have came across this picture which I though might inspire you mineral boys...

No ! not working on re-doing tible table. I wouldnt know where to start for one! I am hoping to be able to put a bit of time in the yards this year and just want to make up some good looking trains. Hence the revision. I know last year there was a lot of stock and because of it, it seemed that a lot...

I'll see your van gets to work in a pick up goods or two then. Talking of which here is a sweet photo and taken not too far from Gilling. http://www.flickr.com/photos/blue-diesels/7830244760/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="wind...

A Toad is 16' I guess the GWR knew what they were doing eh? albeit they didn’t have a veranda at both ends! I have been reading Bob's guide. hence the question plus I thought it might get a few people thinking about the formation of goods trains. It’s a good guide with lots of ueful info in there to...

In preparation for this coming Gilling I have been doing a bit of revision on the make up of some of the freights.

A long wheel-based brake van should be used for express freight (up to 60mph) and semi fitted freight (up to 45mph).

Does a GWR toad constitute a long wheel base brake van?

It looks a fine piece of work. Very nicely done. The trackwork neatly in the middle of the concrete is very pleasing.

What size rail have you used and sleeper system?

The Milk Tank is ready for the weekend at Gilling. http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7245/7216435224_38a5b61899.jpg During the course of checking over the chassis I notice two missing nuts from the spring hangers! I found three loose nuts on the buffer stocks. I oiled the screw couplings, wheels brake l...

Well, in theory no. I say that because I have used all Halfords products so far. I used their undercoat both primer and primer build. their top coat and now finally their lacquer which it say is suitable with lots of things and therefore must be ok with their own top coat. If anything I would expect...

Paintwork was never a forte' of mine. Never been shown how to deal with issues etc and certainly not a nautral at it. So, not surprising I ended up with a few issues. The meths certainlt works and sofens paint and may be a good aid to correcting small faults. I played chicken and lost! I had two pat...

Thanks Jonny,

I am ordering some bits this week to give it a go.

ps have sent you e-mail.

Cheers
Keith


Keith

Well Gilling is fast approaching and the "tile crazing" of the tanks finish is sad. So, upon someone telling me to try using meths on the water-based varnish with the possibility that it may soften it and lessen the harshness of the crack i thought i'd give it ago. http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7248...

Firstly, I must say I enjoyed the working party on Saturday at Brents. The team(s) certainly sorted out a few bits which needed doing. Hope Sunday was equally good. The trackwork has fanastic potential and we should make use of it as best as possible. Those who were there Sat may have seen Johnny's ...

I recall seeing this back in the '70's.

Go to 4:15 and see Bob Symes type 4. for inspiration...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfCWcjvG ... re=related

I am glad to hear your finish is holding up well, otherwise I can only suggest its night time running only ! I am two mind whether to dis-mount the tank and rub it down with a view of trying to apply a new layer of automotive varnish. If it goes wrong then I'll be back to re-lettering it which might...

How are they looking so far? ok i hope.

Mine was fine until it saw the sunshine. if you look close it looks like an old bathroom tile all crazed !!
ok from a distance thankfully.