Pete 75C Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 (edited) I need to reproduce this... ...in O gauge. Now, I'm thinking that it can be made using very small square section microstrip. I know grids in 4mm scale are available as etches, 3D printed items, and also injection moulded by Peco. Is anyone aware of one available in 7mm scale? I've drawn a blank, so making one from scratch would seem the only option unless anyone knows different? Thanks. Edited January 20, 2017 by Pete 75C Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 There was a layout, modern image East Anglia I think, where the builder had the simplest track plan, but lots of details, including, I think... Unfortunately, whilst I recall the layout, the name eludes me. It was in RM, and on line somewhere... Sorry to be vague. Best Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Young Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 There was a layout, modern image East Anglia I think, where the builder had the simplest track plan, but lots of details, including, I think... Unfortunately, whilst I recall the layout, the name eludes me. It was in RM, and on line somewhere... Sorry to be vague. Best Simon Simon, the layout you're thinking of is 'Cromer'. Simple in design but right down to the finest detail. Saw it once at a show where my friend who also works on the railways and I were very impressed with the working SPAD indicators when the operator made a mess of things! Cheers, Andrew 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyDuty Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 Simon, the layout you're thinking of is 'Cromer'. Simple in design but right down to the finest detail. Saw it once at a show where my friend who also works on the railways and I were very impressed with the working SPAD indicators when the operator made a mess of things! Cheers, Andrew An excellent layout, complete with scratchbuilt 153s. Chris Turnbull's Cromer: http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/74024-cromer-modern-image-o-gauge/ 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold markjj Posted January 20, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 20, 2017 I need to reproduce this... tpws.jpg ...in O gauge. Now, I'm thinking that it can be made using very small square section microstrip. I know grids in 4mm scale are available as etches, 3D printed items, and also injection moulded by Peco. Is anyone aware of one available in 7mm scale? I've drawn a blank, so making one from scratch would seem the only option unless anyone knows different? Thanks. Peter Clark does them I don't know if they are identical to your photo but a close representation if it helps. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
St. Simon Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 I know grids in 4mm scale are available as etches, 3D printed items, and also injection moulded by Peco. (My Red Highlighting) 'Grids', what are 'Grids'? They should only ever be called TPWS 'Loops' Don't worry, its a mistake that everyone (including PECO) makes, although they do look like grids, all the official documentation and terminology used within the UK is Loops, some might call them Grids, but their official name is a pair of TPWS loops. Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
railwayrod Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 May I ask what TPWS stands for? Rod Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold markjj Posted January 20, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 20, 2017 May I ask what TPWS stands for? Rod Train protection & warning system Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 (edited) Simon, the layout you're thinking of is 'Cromer'. An excellent layout indeed and quite fitting that I'm thinking of modelling the "other" end, Sheringham, although it will be a non-working diorama, just to get a feel for 7mm. Peter Clark does them I don't know if they are identical to your photo but a close representation if it helps. Stop helping me out! Really, it's becoming a habit, after the square-headed bolts! Seriously, many thanks for that. I've found the website and they look very, very similar to what I need. I think if I tried to scratchbuild them with microstrip, they would end up a tad overscale. 'Grids', what are 'Grids'? They should only ever be called TPWS 'Loops' Grids, Loops... on Peter Clark's website, they're called "toastracks"... Edited January 20, 2017 by Pete 75C Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
railwayrod Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 (edited) Thanks marc. I remember the article well and thought that it was an excellent model, very simple but very well done. I will have to look it up again in RM when I can find a little more time. Rod Edited January 20, 2017 by railwayrod Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tove Posted January 20, 2017 Share Posted January 20, 2017 This is the link to Chris Turnball`s article on his trackwork for Cromer; http://www.gauge0guildarchive.com/gazette_archive/Vol17-10/files/26.html i`m not sure if you need to be a member to see it,but if it does`nt work send me a PM and i`ll copy it for you Pete. Brian. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold markjj Posted January 20, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 20, 2017 An excellent layout indeed and quite fitting that I'm thinking of modelling the "other" end, Sheringham, although it will be a non-working diorama, just to get a feel for 7mm. Stop helping me out! Really, it's becoming a habit, after the square-headed bolts! Seriously, many thanks for that. I've found the website and they look very, very similar to what I need. I think if I tried to scratchbuild them with microstrip, they would end up a tad overscale. Grids, Loops... on Peter Clark's website, they're called "toastracks"... It's a shame peco don't do them in 00 their ones are quite exquisite for the size..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 21, 2017 Share Posted January 21, 2017 (edited) This is the link to Chris Turnball`s article on his trackwork for Cromer; http://www.gauge0guildarchive.com/gazette_archive/Vol17-10/files/26.html i`m not sure if you need to be a member to see it,but if it does`nt work send me a PM and i`ll copy it for you Pete. Brian. Thanks Brian. I have seen this layout before in print and on RMWeb, but I've just had a good read through the article in your link (I was not prompted to log-in), and it really is something to aspire to, isn't it? The TPWS grids (loops!) are £2 each on Peter Clark's website and Chris has used many Clark items on "Cromer" so that is a very good recommendation indeed. Edit: I've sent Peter an email with a view to ordering a few bits and pieces including the TPWS. Edited January 21, 2017 by Pete 75C 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedman Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 Hi, I supplied the original info for Roger Murray to produce these in circa 2001. The ones sold by Peter Clark are the former Roger Murray. http://www.peterclarkkits.com/lineside-accessories1.html http://www.peterclarkkits.com/uploads/1/4/5/1/14515182/__2070018_orig.jpg The picture in the first post is a TSS and you will require to purchase 2x loops/toast rack (arm & trigger). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Turnbull Posted August 15, 2017 Share Posted August 15, 2017 I've just picked up on this thread (better late than never) and would like to thank everyone for their kind comments on Cromer. Chris Turnbull Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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