Resurrection of the Potts Line.
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Well Steve i cut the roof to correct shape, then it needed a gentle curve on it, so as usual i placed it on the Rayburn to heat it a touch and the phone rang, the rest is history. But the second attempt worked
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At least you knew where it went wrong.
"Not very stable, but incredibly versatile."
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The old tatty grounded wagon body now done,
Just the old five compartment coach do
and the scene will be set
Just the old five compartment coach do
and the scene will be set
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I as about to suggest that the coffee stirrers may have been a better choice for the planking - then I checked the original and saw they would have been too narrow.
Looking good Brian.
Can I suggest you try Halfords white primer with a couple of washes of black to create the characteristics of weather worn, ‘silver’ wood?
Looking good Brian.
Can I suggest you try Halfords white primer with a couple of washes of black to create the characteristics of weather worn, ‘silver’ wood?
"Not very stable, but incredibly versatile."
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Noted Steve thanks, i may also try white/black mix with IPA too.
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The results will be well worth it! Looking good so far.
Budget modelling in 0-16.5...
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One side nearly done, when it sets i will distress it a bit with a blade, then fit the metal work. Eyes are sore now.
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