Have finally got to the point with the Hunslet where there really are not many bits left in the box which means nearly finished! As you may know finished is not a word which is often ascribed to my models!

Admittedly some of the bits are not stuck down yet but some of these have been sorted out since this morning when I took these pics. I am going to leave the rear cab sheet off until I have painted this little lot;

In my usual going over the top mode I have managed to add even more detail than is in what is a very detailed kit to start with.

Had one close shave though as was just about to wash off the body after soldering some bits on when I suddenly realised that I have fitted the speakers in the tanks and they might not like a wash very much!

Am sure there are still another few decent sessions to go on this one but the end is in sight and things should not be delayed too long in the paint shop with just a plain black livery.

Am really looking forward to getting some scenic (if you can call it that!), stuff done and sorted out the bit of track where the bottom layer of foam board has come away this morning in readiness. Think I have decided where I am going to start.