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by davidrivett
Mon Sep 02, 2024 9:24 pm
Forum: Members layouts
Topic: As yet un-named
Replies: 50
Views: 20628

Re: As yet un-named

First time dabbling with lights, pleased with the outcome. Justifies the detail I've put inside the bespoke depot I've made! https://i.postimg.cc/svJWDz06/20240902-210446.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/N26HXvG0/20240902-210507.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/vcy9sTXx/20240902-210533.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/K4BL...
by davidrivett
Sat Jul 27, 2024 6:54 pm
Forum: Members layouts
Topic: As yet un-named
Replies: 50
Views: 20628

Re: As yet un-named

Hi all, haven't updated, but I've been busy as you can see! Last of the track finally (but temporarily laid), just awaiting a delivery of additional dropper wiring before fully screwing everything down. Bit of fettling to do on wood uprights, shaving an mm off or 2 to get as level as I can. It's gre...
by davidrivett
Sat Nov 18, 2023 6:52 pm
Forum: Members layouts
Topic: As yet un-named
Replies: 50
Views: 20628

Re: As yet un-named

Haven't posted for a while, thought I'd show a few updates of Diesel Depot from its origins to nearly complete https://i.postimg.cc/CZRtrYcQ/20230116-200137.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/H89P8LLV/20230206-173839.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/LgpbsP2c/20230402-163109.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/w1vb3gYj/20230427-...
by davidrivett
Sat Nov 18, 2023 6:37 pm
Forum: Model Railway Events
Topic: Newcastle Model Rail event rearranged?
Replies: 1
Views: 1387

Newcastle Model Rail event rearranged?

Hi all, Was looking forward to attending the Model Rail event held at Jesmond Manor school in Newcastle, but due to ongoing issues with the roof this was cancelled. Does anyone know if this is to be rearranged? This is the only event these days up here of any size, and a shame what happened consider...
by davidrivett
Mon Jun 26, 2023 10:57 am
Forum: Scenery
Topic: Catenary height versus raised pantographs?
Replies: 3
Views: 1210

Re: Catenary height versus raised pantographs?

Thanks for the replies.

Just using the masts for effect definitelynot doing the contact wires too!

Going to mount the mast bases on small magnets so when my running session is diesel only I can simply take them off.

Thanks

David
by davidrivett
Sun Jun 25, 2023 8:51 pm
Forum: Scenery
Topic: Catenary height versus raised pantographs?
Replies: 3
Views: 1210

Catenary height versus raised pantographs?

Hi all, Just running a few tests, and after scouring the web, the recommended height for pantographs on OO to be set is around 59mm to clear the catenary masts. Issue I have is locos have them either down or fully raised but nothing in-between. Can anyone suggest anything please? I've tried a very s...
by davidrivett
Sun Jun 25, 2023 8:44 pm
Forum: Scenery
Topic: Any tips for cheap guttering and downpipes?
Replies: 15
Views: 4441

Re: Any tips for cheap guttering and downpipes?

I use plastic packaging that house bits you need to snip out. They're already curved at each end and once filed, cut and painted look ok
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by davidrivett
Mon Jan 02, 2023 10:25 am
Forum: Modelling Techniques - Show & Tell
Topic: Bespoke diesel depot - materials to recommend?
Replies: 3
Views: 2665

Bespoke diesel depot - materials to recommend?

Hi all, I'm thinking of making my own bespoke diesel depot with adjoining offices / stores for my OO layout (late 80s / 90s themed) and was looking for advice regarding materials to use. I'm not wanting to make this in card due to strength and warping over time, so prefer the plastic route. The oute...
by davidrivett
Sun Dec 11, 2022 6:54 pm
Forum: On the workbench
Topic: Detail pack glue?
Replies: 5
Views: 2115

Re: Detail pack glue?

Thanks Steve, will give it a go!
by davidrivett
Sun Dec 11, 2022 5:53 pm
Forum: On the workbench
Topic: Detail pack glue?
Replies: 5
Views: 2115

Detail pack glue?

Hi all, Just received my new Accurascale class 92 in Rfd livery, and have to say it is immense. Had a run in on my rolling road but yet to test on the bits of partially built layout yet. Question is, what is the safest way without damaging the bodywork to apply the additional details such as etched ...