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#31
Locomotives / Re: Does anyone know which cha...
Last post by Hugh Norwood - April 14, 2026, 13:06I have one of these under a white metal GVT loco. It's one of my best locos for reliability and pulling power. It goes round 9" curves fine (with flanges on all wheels!)
#32
Locomotives / Re: Does anyone know which cha...
Last post by B.Meldon - April 14, 2026, 12:10It is a 1980's Graham Farrish N gauge 94XX chassis. These were sold as chassis only at one time.
If you file off the flanges from the center wheels these Graham Farrish chassis will go around tighter curves. I have done this several times myself.
You will have to dismantle the chassis and remove the central axle to do this job or the fillings will end up on the magnets in the motor, you will have to be careful not to damage the metal coupling rods and the plastic peg that they are permanently attached to on the central wheels. But it is only worth doing if the chassis runs well, they are known to have issues with the gear on the central axle.
However, regardless of the chassis the coupling overhang on the Peco GVT loco will cause issues on tighter curves.
(It is also worth knowing that in the real world these locos were turned to run cab first at both ends of the railway.)
If you file off the flanges from the center wheels these Graham Farrish chassis will go around tighter curves. I have done this several times myself.
You will have to dismantle the chassis and remove the central axle to do this job or the fillings will end up on the magnets in the motor, you will have to be careful not to damage the metal coupling rods and the plastic peg that they are permanently attached to on the central wheels. But it is only worth doing if the chassis runs well, they are known to have issues with the gear on the central axle.
However, regardless of the chassis the coupling overhang on the Peco GVT loco will cause issues on tighter curves.
(It is also worth knowing that in the real world these locos were turned to run cab first at both ends of the railway.)
#33
Locomotives / Does anyone know which chassis...
Last post by Andy Lowman - April 14, 2026, 11:50I have a couple of tram locos that I want to change to a 0-4-0 chassis so that they can happily negotiate the 'tight' curves on one of my layouts. Please note that the screw at the rear does not hold the chassis in, at the rear this done by a couple of lugs that locate into the body. Does anyone know which chassis this is and which one could be put into the loco as an alternative? Thanks.
#34
Card Modelling SIG / Re: Modelling structures & sto...
Last post by Hugh Norwood - April 09, 2026, 20:15Modelling structures & stock in card sig – 30th March, 2026 cont/d.
Paul T. has completed the model of the cattle pens and loading dock for the model of Clogher Station. Iy was completely made from cardboard with the exception of some brass wire used for the gate catches and to give a little more strength to the fence along the ramp.
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Additionally he'd begun the Alphagraphix card kit for the Letterkenny & Burtonport Extension Railway bogie fish van/brake no 7.
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The framing for side and ends had been mounted on a piece of 180g card before cutting out. The edges were painted with Humbrol enamel 64 before being glued to the side and end pieces.
The next meeting will be on Monday 18th May (t.b.c.) starting at 8.00pm.
s.p.t. 6-4-26
Paul T. has completed the model of the cattle pens and loading dock for the model of Clogher Station. Iy was completely made from cardboard with the exception of some brass wire used for the gate catches and to give a little more strength to the fence along the ramp.
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Additionally he'd begun the Alphagraphix card kit for the Letterkenny & Burtonport Extension Railway bogie fish van/brake no 7.
You cannot view this attachment.
The framing for side and ends had been mounted on a piece of 180g card before cutting out. The edges were painted with Humbrol enamel 64 before being glued to the side and end pieces.
The next meeting will be on Monday 18th May (t.b.c.) starting at 8.00pm.
s.p.t. 6-4-26
#35
Card Modelling SIG / Re: Modelling structures & sto...
Last post by Hugh Norwood - April 09, 2026, 20:12Modelling structures & stock in card sig – 30th March, 2026 cont/d.
Robin. "While separating my biscuit packet for recycling I noticed that the biscuit insulation was not plastic but very thin corrugated cardboard.
I compared it with other similar materials I had and found it to be very close in scale. I thought what could I make with it? An outhouse came to mind. Having made that, I then set about making my engine shed engineer's office/ house. It's been a fun project but painting the roofs with water colours was a bit of a challenge as the material is so thin that the ridges had a tendency to collapse.
More biscuit to be purchased for future projects ..."
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The corrugated card used for the roofs from the wrapper can be seen to good effect in this view.
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An example of the paper used lies beneath the models.
Robin. "While separating my biscuit packet for recycling I noticed that the biscuit insulation was not plastic but very thin corrugated cardboard.
I compared it with other similar materials I had and found it to be very close in scale. I thought what could I make with it? An outhouse came to mind. Having made that, I then set about making my engine shed engineer's office/ house. It's been a fun project but painting the roofs with water colours was a bit of a challenge as the material is so thin that the ridges had a tendency to collapse.
More biscuit to be purchased for future projects ..."
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The corrugated card used for the roofs from the wrapper can be seen to good effect in this view.
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An example of the paper used lies beneath the models.
#36
Card Modelling SIG / Modelling structures & stock i...
Last post by Hugh Norwood - April 09, 2026, 20:10Modelling structures & stock in card sig – 30th March, 2026.
Brian, Peter, Robin, and Paul T were present and we were pleased to welcome Paul J. to his first meeting.
Apologies were received from Hugh, John, Mike, Piers and Steve.
Paul J. "This building construction is made from two low relief Metcalfe kits for the main part, cartridge paper, coffee sticks, part of a Faller tile sheet, embossed Wills plasticard, Ratio quoins and bits of a Superquick kit that scales out a bit smaller.
The backstory: The building was originally occupied by a prosperous merchant who lived on the premises. The centre and right side have large rooms with high ceilings as befits his status. The left side has a rubble (reused stone) ground floor with no street door so may be a clerks office. Above is a balcony where the owner, friends and family can see and be seen, more common abroad so the merchant may be well travelled. The top two floors are cramped and were servant's quarters.
The delivery van and figures are there to give scale."
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Brian, Peter, Robin, and Paul T were present and we were pleased to welcome Paul J. to his first meeting.
Apologies were received from Hugh, John, Mike, Piers and Steve.
Paul J. "This building construction is made from two low relief Metcalfe kits for the main part, cartridge paper, coffee sticks, part of a Faller tile sheet, embossed Wills plasticard, Ratio quoins and bits of a Superquick kit that scales out a bit smaller.
The backstory: The building was originally occupied by a prosperous merchant who lived on the premises. The centre and right side have large rooms with high ceilings as befits his status. The left side has a rubble (reused stone) ground floor with no street door so may be a clerks office. Above is a balcony where the owner, friends and family can see and be seen, more common abroad so the merchant may be well travelled. The top two floors are cramped and were servant's quarters.
The delivery van and figures are there to give scale."
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#37
00n3 SIG / Re: Meeting 1st April 2026
Last post by JulienW - April 08, 2026, 12:05Paul also had an example of the B&L 4 ton ore wagon, originally designed by Jamie and reworked by David H (Model Engine Works). With waisted bearing cups it ran very smoothly. Suitable decals came from https://phoxydesign.co.uk
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 3rd June (tbc) when we will discuss progress/challenges/success with model under construction and any 00n3 news.
s.p.t. 6-4-26
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 3rd June (tbc) when we will discuss progress/challenges/success with model under construction and any 00n3 news.
s.p.t. 6-4-26
#38
00n3 SIG / Re: Meeting 1st April 2026
Last post by JulienW - April 08, 2026, 12:03Paul has completed the cattle dock and loading ramp for Clogher. It is entirely made from card apart from a few pieces of brass wire used for the gate catches and to strengthen the fence along the loading ramp.
He has commenced construction of the Alphagraphix L&BER bogie brake fish van No 7. The framing had been glued as one piece to 180g card before being cut out. The edges were painted with Humbrol enamel 64 and then carefully stuck in place over the body sides and ends.
Paul had also begun a Worsley Works scratch aid etch of the T&D bogie coach T16. Because of the way that the droplights and window bars had been designed it has been necessary to add strips of card (it could be plastic card ...) to the insides of the windows. [The windows of the coach were more inset anyway as a result of the design.] One of the coach partitions has been glued in place. Some more details are required before painting.
He has commenced construction of the Alphagraphix L&BER bogie brake fish van No 7. The framing had been glued as one piece to 180g card before being cut out. The edges were painted with Humbrol enamel 64 and then carefully stuck in place over the body sides and ends.
Paul had also begun a Worsley Works scratch aid etch of the T&D bogie coach T16. Because of the way that the droplights and window bars had been designed it has been necessary to add strips of card (it could be plastic card ...) to the insides of the windows. [The windows of the coach were more inset anyway as a result of the design.] One of the coach partitions has been glued in place. Some more details are required before painting.
#39
00n3 SIG / Meeting 1st April 2026
Last post by JulienW - April 08, 2026, 12:01The meeting was attended by Alan G., Alan P., Alan O'R., Brian, Bob, David H., David M. and Paul.
Apologies were received from Henry.
Alan described how he made the chassis for the West Clare Railway 4-6-0T locomotive Malbay. This was the last ever steam locomotive built for the Irish 3ft narrow gauge railways.
He was able to use a etch from Worsley Works for a Londonderry and Lough Swilly Railway 4-8-4T locomotive as both engines had the same size wheels, wheel spacing, and Walschaert's valve gear. This greatly helped with the construction of the chassis for Malbay.
Bob had constructed the T&DLR Castlegregory branch loco No 4 from a Model Engine Works print. It runs very smoothly on a Halling motor bogie which fits perfectly in the loco body.
A small modification is required as the lamps currently make it difficult to use the chosen couplers. These are HP, part of the original 1940s/50s American TT range; chosen as they have a likeness to chopper couplings.
See e.g. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHlqeSuro_U
Apologies were received from Henry.
Alan described how he made the chassis for the West Clare Railway 4-6-0T locomotive Malbay. This was the last ever steam locomotive built for the Irish 3ft narrow gauge railways.
He was able to use a etch from Worsley Works for a Londonderry and Lough Swilly Railway 4-8-4T locomotive as both engines had the same size wheels, wheel spacing, and Walschaert's valve gear. This greatly helped with the construction of the chassis for Malbay.
Bob had constructed the T&DLR Castlegregory branch loco No 4 from a Model Engine Works print. It runs very smoothly on a Halling motor bogie which fits perfectly in the loco body.
A small modification is required as the lamps currently make it difficult to use the chosen couplers. These are HP, part of the original 1940s/50s American TT range; chosen as they have a likeness to chopper couplings.
See e.g. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHlqeSuro_U
#40
Exhibition Reports / Re: Model Rail Scotland 2026 (...
Last post by MickT - April 05, 2026, 20:29Seen this report before on "the other" forum, but well worth another big "thanks" for posting it on here as well David!
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