No Decorum Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 10 hours ago, Accurascale said: With the Accurascale Manor just around the corner, we couldn't help but share these images of production sample '7801 Anthony Manor'! We're particularly proud of the finer detail on the running plate, inside the cab and the matt paint around the Smokebox. Don't miss out, register your interest today to be first to know if any become available: https://www.accurascale.com/collections/gwr-7800-manor-class That’s mine! That’s mine! Please put it back in the box carefully! 9 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium melmerby Posted June 29, 2023 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 29, 2023 12 hours ago, gooderz said: The flicker is decoder controlled. It activates in sync with the coal shovelling. Unfortunately I opted for the static crew, so I won't be seeing the shovelling ations of the fireman.😄 1 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Hodgson Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 45 minutes ago, melmerby said: Unfortunately I opted for the static crew, so I won't be seeing the shovelling ations of the fireman.😄 Think I need to have words with the roster clerk. My crew are still sitting with their feet up, supping a mug of tea and waiting for the loco they're booked to work. 2 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted June 29, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 29, 2023 11 hours ago, Phil Bullock said: And was not a GWR/BR feature? Agreed, notr BR either on Western engines as far as I'm aware. Sone preservatioists have made mods like this to simplify disposal work (not on a 'Manor' but I believe there is at least one ex GWR engine fitted with a hopper ashpan of some sort). Rocking grates are a useful feature as they help with fire cleaning and can help to redice/avoid the need to shovel out through the firehole door.. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-BOAF Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 (edited) 56 minutes ago, The Stationmaster said: Agreed, notr BR either on Western engines as far as I'm aware. Sone preservatioists have made mods like this to simplify disposal work (not on a 'Manor' but I believe there is at least one ex GWR engine fitted with a hopper ashpan of some sort). Rocking grates are a useful feature as they help with fire cleaning and can help to redice/avoid the need to shovel out through the firehole door.. 7802 has that lever it seems (see pic linked), but can't find it on others. So either something unique to the early build locos, or a preservation mod. Presumably not too hard to remove/break glue if there is desire to remove it. https://flickr.com/photos/loose_grip_99/31955018627/ It says something that there is focus on tiny bits of detail and their relevance for particular class members in particular eras, rather than comments on the shape of this or that major component! Can't find a decent cab pic of 7808, but given that was the loco measured up, presumably it also has that part? Edited June 29, 2023 by G-BOAF Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteamingWales Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 Love how the only complaint so far is a tiny lever in the cab that you won't notice 99.9% of the time!!!!!! 3 4 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium melmerby Posted June 29, 2023 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 29, 2023 1 hour ago, The Stationmaster said: I believe there is at least one ex GWR engine fitted with a hopper ashpan of some sort). Several by the looks of it After a quick Google I found 3803, 5164 & 5643 have had them fitted, probably more out there 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MikeParkin65 Posted June 29, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 29, 2023 22 hours ago, Accurascale said: Lollections/gwr-7800-manor-class It is totally stunning and I look forward to receiving my 7812. Appreciate this model has been handled but do we need to be careful with the tender spring mounts? - notice that 2 appear bent on this example. Hopefully not a consequence of the packing process. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Accurascale staff Accurascale Fran Posted June 29, 2023 Author Accurascale staff Share Posted June 29, 2023 54 minutes ago, MikeParkin65 said: It is totally stunning and I look forward to receiving my 7812. Appreciate this model has been handled but do we need to be careful with the tender spring mounts? - notice that 2 appear bent on this example. Hopefully not a consequence of the packing process. Hi Mike, It was caused by clumsy fingers at our end, not packing. To be honest it's the first time we managed to do this to any sample, pre-production or production, so we think it's just plum bad luck on our part, but naturally any caution in handling exercised is worthwhile. Cheers! Fran 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chilly Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 4 minutes ago, Accurascale Fran said: Hi Mike, It was caused by clumsy fingers at our end, not packing. To be honest it's the first time we managed to do this to any sample, pre-production or production, so we think it's just plum bad luck on our part, but naturally any caution in handling exercised is worthwhile. Cheers! Fran Will any of the previously sold out versions re-appear in stock after all orders etc accounted for ? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-BOAF Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 12 minutes ago, Accurascale Fran said: Hi Mike, It was caused by clumsy fingers at our end, not packing. To be honest it's the first time we managed to do this to any sample, pre-production or production, so we think it's just plum bad luck on our part, but naturally any caution in handling exercised is worthwhile. Cheers! Fran isn't this one of the reasons why the wide horn frame design was adopted; not only to reduce plate cracking, but to reduce the risk of damage to models of the tender made in years to come :-p 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ERIC ALLTORQUE Posted June 29, 2023 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 29, 2023 6 minutes ago, Chilly said: Will any of the previously sold out versions re-appear in stock after all orders etc accounted for ? Click on the ones you want and put your email into the section e mail me if becomes available, and you will be notified should stock turn up to sell 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ERIC ALLTORQUE Posted June 29, 2023 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 29, 2023 15 minutes ago, Accurascale Fran said: Hi Mike, It was caused by clumsy fingers at our end, not packing. To be honest it's the first time we managed to do this to any sample, pre-production or production, so we think it's just plum bad luck on our part, but naturally any caution in handling exercised is worthwhile. Cheers! Fran Hows you TONKA toy collection holding up Fran..........:) 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Accurascale staff Accurascale Fran Posted June 29, 2023 Author Accurascale staff Share Posted June 29, 2023 55 minutes ago, Chilly said: Will any of the previously sold out versions re-appear in stock after all orders etc accounted for ? Hi @Chilly, I'm sure a few of them will come back onto the market after pre-orders and retail stock are cleared. Be sure to check out our retailers too for availability. Cheers! Fran 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chilly Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 1 hour ago, Accurascale Fran said: Hi @Chilly, I'm sure a few of them will come back onto the market after pre-orders and retail stock are cleared. Be sure to check out our retailers too for availability. Cheers! Fran Thanks Fran - On the Erlstoke Manor on the website the tender looks light on riveting I suspect that this maybe because that was an initial photo of it. Not a rivet counter honest just came to light as that loco was stared at throughout the the Month of June being that months steam train photo on the Calendar 🙂 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Accurascale staff McC Posted June 29, 2023 Accurascale staff Share Posted June 29, 2023 6 minutes ago, Chilly said: Thanks Fran - On the Erlstoke Manor on the website the tender looks light on riveting I suspect that this maybe because that was an initial photo of it. Not a rivet counter honest just came to light as that loco was stared at throughout the the Month of June being that months steam train photo on the Calendar 🙂 We will be updating the website with production imagery in the coming week or so. 4 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 57xx Posted June 29, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 29, 2023 On 28/06/2023 at 16:03, Accurascale Fran said: There is no directional lighting, just firebox flicker. Will you be fixing the loose wires before shipping? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Accurascale staff McC Posted June 29, 2023 Accurascale staff Share Posted June 29, 2023 4 minutes ago, 57xx said: Will you be fixing the loose wires before shipping? I'm afraid you'll have to point me to any loose wires in the photos shared?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 57xx Posted June 29, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 29, 2023 5 minutes ago, McC said: I'm afraid you'll have to point me to any loose wires in the photos shared?? Chill, it was a joke. Flickering lights, loose wires. 😊 It looks great, doing the smokebox in matt looks lovely and will save people having to repaint it. The firebox profile looks good, nice fine coupling rods, overall a big 👍. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Corbs Posted June 29, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 29, 2023 Can I have it pls 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-BOAF Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 1 hour ago, McC said: We will be updating the website with production imagery in the coming week or so. I thought Erlestoke was flush rivets and narrow horns as per decorated samples (as per the spec listed on the website)? If it were riveted and narrow, its practically preserved condition and I would have ordered it....! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chilly Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 (edited) 16 hours ago, G-BOAF said: I thought Erlestoke was flush rivets and narrow horns as per decorated samples (as per the spec listed on the website)? If it were riveted and narrow, its practically preserved condition and I would have ordered it....! The picture in the 2023 Steam Train calendar certainly has a lot of rivets on the tender so in its current condition, the spec sheet for the model seems light on what period the model is based ? Edited June 30, 2023 by Chilly Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted June 30, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 30, 2023 On 28/06/2023 at 16:03, Accurascale Fran said: We will have a firm date by the end of this week when they take to the air. Did you get a firm date @Accurascale Fran 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Limpley Stoker Posted June 30, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 30, 2023 When does the week end? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Hodgson Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 1 hour ago, Limpley Stoker said: When does the week end? At the weekened. 1 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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