Guest Jack Benson Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 On 09/07/2021 at 23:14, chris45lsw said: As to the 59ft sets I don't believe any were painted crimson & cream before the mid 1950s - some, at least, were not repainted until 1956 and I think some probably went straight from Southern Railway Green to Southern Region Green. Chris KT Hi, Was 64’ stock built after ‘48 painted in CLC or Malachite? Thank you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium JZ Posted July 11, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted July 11, 2021 The answers may be in here. I'll bring it down tomorrow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris45lsw Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 Oldddudders: I was speaking from memory without checking Gould or the video which I haven't viewed for ages as it's on VHS - I should have said 1946. Basically all the 10.25" window ventilator stock was built in Malachite. Of the 15" vent stock only the 4-sets 80-94 built for the Eastern Section were built malachite; all the rest was delivered in CL&C. Chris KT 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 (edited) On 12/07/2021 at 00:17, chris45lsw said: Of the 15" vent stock only the 4-sets 80-94 built for the Eastern Section were built malachite; all the rest was delivered in CL&C. Chris KT Handy to know. The fully lined Maunsell open third will suffer the ignominy of trying to replicate wartime neglect and some gentle renumbering. StaySafe Edited July 15, 2021 by Jack Benson Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 30368 Posted July 19, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted July 19, 2021 (edited) Hi Jack, Thanks for the images of the S11 4-4-0. 30398 (loco) is now ready for painting but before doing so I posed the loco together with my L12 and D15 in front of my Basingstoke shed. Knowing how much you are keen on these latter day Drummond 4-4-0's I thought I would post a few pictures for your enjoyment. Hope all is well? As you know, S11 and L12 are part scratch built on a T9 kit chassis, the D15 is a PDK kit. Kind regards, Richard B PS Just noticed, S11 not carrectly fitted to chassis in these pictures! Now in the paint shop. Edited July 20, 2021 by 30368 10 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Blandford1969 Posted July 19, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted July 19, 2021 Looks great, what next a K10 or L11? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 30368 Posted July 20, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted July 20, 2021 14 hours ago, Blandford1969 said: Looks great, what next a K10 or L11? Hi Blandford, I have not really given it much thought as yet. I have some bits left over from the LSWR Kits T9 that could be useful for one of Drummonds smaller 4-4-0s but I have an aspiration to build an original Drummond 4-6-0 probably 335 since I have a model of 30335 in Urie rebuilt guise (PDK with scratch built tender). We shall see. Thanks for the interest. Kind regards, Richard B 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted July 22, 2021 Share Posted July 22, 2021 These look interesting:- However, I would describe them as flags or the common field iris, a dab of purple helps And just like the real thing, these will spread all over the layout. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted July 22, 2021 Share Posted July 22, 2021 Many years ago, Ratio released some rather nice ready painted versions of their GWR Iron Mink, this is one of the most colourful - a Ferrocrete van. Unfortunately, their rarity and appearance has made them rather collectable, I have never encountered a kit, just one or two overpriced examples and I admit that I bought it.......... Ferrocrete is a higher early strength Portland cement, the brand is currently owned by Blue Cicle. Ferrocrete is used to construct relatively thin, hard, strong surfaces and structures in many shapes such as hulls for boats, shell roofs, and water tanks. Ferrocrete originated in the 1840s in France and the Netherlands and is the origin of reinforced concrete. StaySafe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 Bogus but nice This rather lovely model is due to emerge from Hattons sometime this year, it is supposed to be a pre-grouping full brake. Despite looking at every (not many) available sources, a prototype is elusive but it is cheap(ish) and would look rather nice stuck at the end of a siding, with its paintwork somewhat care and weatherworn. For those would want something special, Hornby are offering a departmental vehicle, which is rather lovely, perfect for that breakdown train. Just in case you need some inspiration although no 6w full brake I could be mistaken but that appears to be the exLBSC brake van from Hornby StaySafe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted August 5, 2021 Share Posted August 5, 2021 (edited) Oh well, we all say things that are regretted at some stage and then something happens and……. In this case, Jack Ps Southern thread caught my attention and a wartime black N15 looked rather appealing, moreover this fed my eccentricities of preferring black locos, in particular the Hornby N15 (possibly the greatest rtr) unfortunately no black N15s or so I thought. Except a desultory browse on Goggle revealed this:- With an almost 50% discount at a well known Cornish outlet (not Ginsters), I don’t need an excuse for such a lovely loco as they dominated most passenger services on the Southern until the arrival of Mr Bulleid’s masterpieces. Moreover most trains on the the D&E were fairly short, unless troop specials and a three-car set with a swinger is the largest possible on the layout. Douglas Seaton’s home movies of the Yeovil area in the late ‘40s reveals wartime N15s rushing past with 10+ and they never seem to be out of breath, always a welcome sight. Camelot will be a welcome contrast to the D15 that it replaced, what a shame that the 4-4-0 never made it to preservation. StaySafe Edited August 5, 2021 by Jack Benson Image added Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted August 5, 2021 Share Posted August 5, 2021 Peco LK16 An on-going list of SR Lineside Items 4mm by description and manufacturer's reference Ratio Lineside Hut 518 Provender Store 513 Fogmans Hut 549 Concrete Pale Fencing 432 Concrete Wire + Post Fencing 423 Concrete Panel Fencing 429 Concrete Footbridge 517 ARP Signal Box 554 Loco Lift (Wadebridge) 545 Loading gauge 412 Engine Shed and Hut 522 Dart Castings SR Ground Signal and Lever L24 SR Running In Board L39 SR Stretcher Cabinets L90 LSWR Swan Neck Lamps L95 SR Platform Lamps L97 SR Platform Supports (four different types) L124-7 Scalelink etches SR seats, trolleys & sack-trucks SLSA01 Southern Concrete sheds x 2 SLSA06 L.S.W.R. Etched Lineside Signs WTSS07 S.D.J.R. Etched Lineside Signs WTSS09 Wills Wooden Goods Yard Store SS63 Peco Station Platform Shelter and Hut, Timber LK16 Roxey Mouldings Concrete Sand Container Fogman's Shelter Will continue update as and when Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulwell Hall Posted August 5, 2021 Share Posted August 5, 2021 5 hours ago, Jack Benson said: Oh well, we all say things that are regretted at some stage and then something happens and……. In this case, Jack Ps Southern thread caught my attention and a wartime black N15 looked rather appealing, moreover this fed my eccentricities of preferring black locos, in particular the Hornby N15 (possibly the greatest rtr) unfortunately no black N15s or so I thought. Except a desultory browse on Goggle revealed this:- With an almost 50% discount at a well known Cornish outlet (not Ginsters), I don’t need an excuse for such a lovely loco as they dominated most passenger services on the Southern until the arrival of Mr Bulleid’s masterpieces. Moreover most trains on the the D&E were fairly short, unless troop specials and a three-car set with a swinger is the largest possible on the layout. Douglas Seaton’s home movies of the Yeovil area in the late ‘40s reveals wartime N15s rushing past with 10+ and they never seem to be out of breath, always a welcome sight. Camelot will be a welcome contrast to the D15 that it replaced, what a shame that the 4-4-0 never made it to preservation. StaySafe It's also a great shame that a Urie Arthur didn't survive as well! And whilst its nice in black they look fantastic in the full glory of pre-war Maunsell green. Gerry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 This will come as no surprise to some click here However, in the meantime, the 'big' layout continues to provide some busywork and the front garden of White Cottage is starting to bloom with field irises (pictures later) and the latest offering from KMRC waits to be unboxed. It was certainly worth the wait, the stock on the layout is finally predominantly exLSWR, this does 'set' the location but it is still the intention to replicate certain features from West Dorset into the fabric of the layout. Modelling the Devon/Dorset border highlights the problem of non-native Rhododendrons amongst the lineside. Although not as prolific as further west with its more acidic soil, however they should be modelled. This is Mini-Natur's attempt to replicate Rhododendrons Thank you and Stay Safe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 30368 Posted August 9, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 9, 2021 Really lovely work Jack, first class. D15 now painted and lined so given your liking of Drummonds 4-4-0's a picture: It runs really well with a Branchlines 2 stage gearbox and "big" Mashima. Kind regards, Richard B 10 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted August 15, 2021 Share Posted August 15, 2021 (edited) A bit more following last Monday's post. It is almost two years to the day that the 'borrowed time' commenced and lots of positive things have happened but harsh realities need to be faced. Rather than waffle on, an update on the offsite blog explains better than I can manage on here, thanks for everything. We have decided for one last flourish of rash stupidity and a dash down to the Mediterranean sun (by open top car) seems a more appropriate exit than watching daytime TV, we depart in a couple of weeks for a good dose of vitamin D. It replaces the intended trek to the NRM and the NYMR, it seems Betty's is less attractive than le petit déjeuner. This morning is being spent tidying the layout, it will remain after everything has come to a conclusion. StaySafe Edited August 15, 2021 by Jack Benson Manage not mange Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted August 18, 2021 Share Posted August 18, 2021 (edited) Having been told to stop 'feeling sorry for myself' it was best to retreat to the sanctity of the shed and open this morning's post - whoopee, a Geoff Kent book. Hopefully, it will prove to be the spur for more bodging. Having decided a couple of year's ago not to stop work on Beaminster Road, it has become, like the garden, somewhere to do 'busywork' and achieve something even though it goes unseen. Spurred on by Geoff's book, a pack of rather ancient Gem 'yard taps' were snapped up on eBay, these will add the finishing touches as will the laser-cut field irises that are proving to be a bit too fiddly. Some tidying and running the trains needs to be done.. StaySafe Edited August 18, 2021 by Jack Benson Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted August 27, 2021 Share Posted August 27, 2021 (edited) One door opens etc. this is the start of another loco build or at least gathering the bits for the model because time really isn't on my side. For those who are not instantly bowled over by the sight of yet another tiresome 4-4-0, this is 395, one of two exLSWR S11s to retain their 6w tender 'till withdrawl in '51. Here it is in Fratton, although 395 was a habitué of the far west for almost its entire career, notable for retaining the snifting valves on the smokebox, the rather attractive lipped chimney and wartime livery. I rather like the proportions. Rather than a full scratchbuild, a Hornby 6w tender (extra pickups. DCC interface and coupling) will save some time and effort but a HighLevel motordrive in in the bits box. OK, enough waffle, I will leave it there. Stay Safe Edited August 28, 2021 by Jack Benson removed a redundant link Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted August 29, 2021 Share Posted August 29, 2021 Sunday morning in the workshop, sometimes productive otherwise an excuse to do nothing. However this morning, very productive with the scanner, uploading drawings and images of the elusive S11 click here There are quite a few ancillary component to acquire, ufortunately Markits seem to be unresponsive and I hope that Mark is OK and I bought some superb Drummond buffers a year or two ago, used two but cannot find the spare pair... StaySafe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 A rather handsome DJH H15 30521 was mis-described on eBay and was duly purchased, although it has not arrived from the seller, it is anticipated to be a welcome addition to the tiny stud of eclectic locos on the layout. The featured image is not the best but have read 30368's eloquent description of H15's, it seemed too good an opportunity to miss. As soon as it pitches up, there will be some more images to share. Thank you and StaySafe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted September 2, 2021 Share Posted September 2, 2021 For those that believe that the H15 spent their lives servicing the Southampton Docks traffic (which is true) they also visited Exeter on ballast workings and the occasional passenger turn on the WoE mainline. Here is 30331 in the early ‘50s at Yeovil Junction on an Exeter bound turn. They are rather handsome machines and perfectly adequate. Thanks for your continuing interest in my waffle. Stay Safe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 The 'bargain' DJH H15 just arrived, the loco steps have been in the wars, one missing in action and both the rhs steps are bent. It needs a v.small decoder and the tender logo has be backdated otherwise it is good to go. A welcome change from endless Hornby N15s and S15s. StaySafe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Blandford1969 Posted September 5, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 5, 2021 11 minutes ago, Jack Benson said: Naturally, As soon as I find some LN footsteps, DJH* comes to the rescue with a set of steps from their S15 *lovely helpful company. Wow, you were lucky are DJH doing spare parts again. A couple of years ago they said they had ceased to offer the service? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jack Benson Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 Hi Duncan, I simply politely asked and sent a picture of the H15, nothing more and IMHO DJH has always been a top table company. StaySafe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Blandford1969 Posted September 5, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 5, 2021 3 hours ago, Jack Benson said: Hi Duncan, I simply politely asked and sent a picture of the H15, nothing more and IMHO DJH has always been a top table company. StaySafe Hi Jack, Very nice when you get that reaction and such quick help. Best wishes Duncan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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