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Wheeltappers do an ESU one;- https://wheeltappersdccsounds.co.uk/page48/index.html

Yes

Voltage:- 12 to 24 volt. Controllers;- DCC Roco Z21XL 12-20v 6amp. One needs high amps for some Gauge 1 models so you need to buy high end stuff, the Roco Z21XL is a good starting point but you will need accessories if you plan a large layout or multipal locos - the controller starts at €380 and cost goes up depending on what you add to it. DC Gaugemaster GMC-10LGB5F up to 20V. 5amp. Cost = £280 This could handle 2 small locos! But as per analogue running style a separate controller would be required per track to run multipal locos. Eoin

@Adrian bolton You may be able to buy a standard base board in Marks Models if they still have them in stock, if you are going for non standard to fit into the attic you would need to know your track plan and build the boards to suit. Marks Models used to stock these helpful booklets, which could give you an idea on how to proceed;- Give them a call to see if they are in stock? There is also a wide range of books online which are very helpful, some helpful members on here should have more recommendations. Eoin

I have one on the way, a McGowan Kit, though I haven't seen it in a while, I think the attic fairies snook it away! https://irishrailwaymodeller.com/topic/6358-gsr-class-551-j26-ecmbuild-in-7mm/ Eoin

https://www.airframed.co.uk/

Yes, one of my favorites. Eoin

Class 500 G1;- Slieve Gullion 171;-

Continuing on 850 after another stall due to family issues;- The pony truck detail parts cleaned up, ready for folding and soldering. Jigging. Soldered up and the guard irons bent into shape. Multipal plastic washers installed to center the axles on the trucks. Trucks test fitted and .4mm NS wire electrical wiper pickups installed. Motor wired up and almost ready to give it a test run, except for the rods, crosshead n valve gear which is next..... Eoin

The December Fair date:-

https://www.hattons.co.uk/17798/hornby_r8675_modern_lineside_building_aws_box_set_skaledale_railside_range/stockdetail

Air dry clay needs to be done on sealed surfaces in small sections to avoid cracking, like laying the real thing! Card is much easier and it can be painted with varying shades of grey, again it can be marked/embossed with pencil lead to imitate construction lines. See link to the Greystones layout timber yard below;- Eoin

https://mullenslaurelpark.com/catalogue/9d22e715a6e7d7c91bc03c1c1c1a3535/8d18a33c49d230f6f512e23c3c7b4265/the-lord-oneill-collection-of-railwayana-live-online-auct/?currentPageNo=1

Planning permission works this way;- A decision to grant planning is first made by the planning authority, it's is then open for a period of 1 month for appeals or objections on that decision to grant, if no appeals or objections have been lodged in this period then the final grant of permission is issued. If appeals or objections are lodged in the 1 month period after the decision to grant it then goes to An Bord Pleanala to make a final decision- taking anywhere from 3 months to years sometimes, the time is at the discretion of the Bord. Eoin