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Thanks SRman.
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Ahh it was more the paint job/decoration of the van.
It fits my imagined area perfectly.
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As far as I am concerned there is no point battling away and knowing things are not working. Glencairn *cough* *cough* the EU *cough* * cough* :lol: Good luck on your new venture Coops. I'm sure im not the only one looking forward to the new layout. Wishing you clean tracks and green signals all th...

I still have the Ratio UQ70 LMS signals kit for sale if you want to try them out. I bought the wrong ones thinking they were for GWR. :? Link to previous post : https://www.newrailwaymodellers.co.uk/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=53579&hilit=ratio As it's for a possible expeirmentation for anot...

On the subject of motor vehicles (Model versions as I cannot drive), does anyone know if this item is available in 00?

All I can find is the 1:50th / O scale version.
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Would SEEP PM1's not cover what you need without having to add extra items?
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Thats a good point Mountain although personally I have removed all older wheelsets and replaced them with new ones. It's the only Hornby product I buy regularly. Those older wider flanged wheels look terrible imo. I will add 2 caveats... I check ALL new rolling stocks back to backs as a good 80% of ...

A painting suggestion for the bridge.
I always undercoat everything with cheap grey spray paint. This gives a good layer to paint over with your proper colours.
I've done it on plastic, card, wood and plaster.
Hope it helps
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Ahhh life in the slow lane.

TimberSurf wrote:Note the name of the Holiday cruise company!

When can I book?
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I can only echo what Bufferstop posted.
Get yourself a back to back gauge. It's an essential tool if your going to be changing wheelsets and much easier to use than a set of calipers.
Every rail modellor should have one in thier tool kit. I've used mine hundreds of times.
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Keeping a constant eye on ebay, I've noticed most sell thier layouts "bald" or bereft of any rolling stock or buildings.
Some will also list their other items as individual seperate items.

This will give you the biggest finanacial return. Dealers will give you a pittance.
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After Bufferstops tale, I must also mention...
ALWAYS USE A PROPER STAND FOR THE IRON TOO
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Thanks for the heads up Dad-1. Thats a shame as I'll be visiting family down that way at Easter.
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I found that very therapeutic.
Just by the by, are there any exhibtions etc going on down your way during the Easter break Dad-1?
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Don’t waste your money on anything else just get a WELLER it’ll last you years! Plus lots of spares about and a range of different tips I'll second that. I've soldered up a LOT of editing houses/recording studios in London. NOTHING beats a weller soldering iron!! Thanks End2end EDIT: NEVER WALK AWA...