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  1. 2996 Victor
    Hi MM, well, the actual layout is only as far as a plan and a try-out with some track, but I can post a few pics of the rolling stock I've built if that's of interest? Bearing in mind that it's standard gauge Kindest regards, Mark
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    Hi David, I know what you mean about diverse interests! At the moment, I'm finishing off a rake of Cambrian Railways opens in 4mm/EM for a small layout I have planned, while I've got wagons from several other companies, S&DJR, Midland and the like, in almost-finished condition. Besides that, I've a plan for an Ashover Light Railway inglenook in 009 and I'm also planning a model of Stogumber on the West Somerset Railway set in my usual time period, 517s and Dean Goods in green and indian red, short carriages in cream and brown, red wagons, baulk road track. I've often thought about a Col Stephens-style light railway, but I don't really have the imagination! I'm sure I remember both High Weald and Cranbrook Town in RM, not sure about Loose End, though. But I definitely remember the MRJ articles featuring Jane/Shannon! I remember being overwhelmed by the work! I've often thought that Wantage Town would make an excellent model, and the Lower Yard, too. Horse trams - hmmm! - horses with wheels would probably look a bit odd Best regards, Mark
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    Thanks, MM, I'll definitely take your advice! Best regards, Mark
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    Dear All, Although I've posted a "thank you" somewhere above, I feel I should do so again for all the additional kind words of support and all the help, advice and information that has been forthcoming. I realise that it will be of use to not just myself, but to everyone, but I can only say how overwhelmed I have been by the friendly, helpful, knowledgeable folk here on the Forum. Thank you! Stay safe and stay well. With kindest regards, Mark
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    Hi David, thank you for your kind words, all the more so given your exquisite creations! I'm eagerly following your Belmullet thread, as well as having avidly soaked up your Arigna thread over on RMWeb. Thank you for the pointers regarding the David Jenkinson book, not one I've come across for some reason despite having many of Wild Swan's modelling-orientated titles and also The Steam Age In Ireland, bearing in mind the caveat you mention, of course! Interesting to know about the Alphagraphix chassis. Alphagraphix seem quite hard to track down, although I have an e-mail address to make first contact. Any plans for a layout based on the Good Colonel's empire? Many thanks and very best regards, Mark
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    Hi JHB, thanks again for all your help and advice. I was "leaning" toward joining the IRRS and what you and others have said has convinced me that its the thing to do. @leslie10646 has very kindly offered a copy of the MGWR Picture Book, which I'll be taking up, and I've found copies of Ernie Shepherd's and Padraic O'Cuimin's books, which I'm eagerly awaiting, as well as a copy of your own "Rails to Achill". I'll keep an eye out for "Connemara"! @Galteemore has very kindly provided a link to the GSR locomotives book as well. Thanks again and very best regards, Mark
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    Hi Leslie, many thanks for your post - I'm definitely interested in both if you have them, so I'll send you a PM shortly. Re the Bagnalls, being a Somerset lad originally, I have a great fondness for 2994 Vulcan and 2996 Victor. These two did stalwart work on the West Somerset Railway in its' early preservation years, along with GWR Pannier Tank 6412, now on the South Devon Railway. The last time I saw Victor was around three years ago, on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, while Vulcan appears to be at the Stephenson Railway Museum under a different name but bearing its original operator's running number..... Their sister was 2995 Valiant, of course, the three being named after the RAF's V-Bombers. The three locomotives were originally used at the Port Talbot Steel Works, but when they went over to diesel traction, Vulcan and Victor were sold to Austin at Longbridge, and Valiant to the NCB until she developed firebox problems and was sold for scrap. Vulcan and Victor were sold to the West Somerset in 1973, and Victor hauled the first train when the line reopened in 1976. Mnay thanks again and very best regards, Mark
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    I want to get in touch with the IRRS, so could definitely ask. Visiting Eire is something that I've long wanted to do, so that sounds like a definite "must do"!
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    That's definitely into "ouch" territory! I'll have to sell something to fund it
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    Just caught up with your layout build thread, and can I say that you're creating a fabulous cameo/micro layout! It's all outstanding - there are so many aspects of it that I love that there are too many to mention, but I'd like to say that I particularly like the goods bay line, and the quay line ending at the closed gate with the suggestion of the quay in the distance is inspired! Please keep the photos coming! All the best, Mark
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    Excellent! I shall look forward to receiving that! Along with all the others I'm eagerly awaiting
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    Many thanks @Galteemore, that's greatly appreciated! I found a copy with Martin Bott, who specialises in railway books, which has been duly been ordered! Kindest regards, Mark
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    Hi @jhb171achill, thank you once again for the info - it's absolutely fascinating stuff and already I'm regretting not having dipped my toe in the water years ago! I definitely feel one of these brake vans coming on - I just need to source some axleguards, axles and wheels from the suppliers already so kindly recommended..... Kindest regards, Mark Hi MM, thank you for the extra info - I'll probably stick with the 1900-1905 period, buuuuut who knows - I could find myself building at least some "modern" stock! With kind regards, Mark
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    As a general source of MGWR branch line reference information, would it be worthwhile trying to track down a copy of Padraig O'Cuimin's "The Baronial Lines of the Midland Great Western Railway: Loughrea and Ballinrobe"? Thanks, Mark
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    Many thanks, chaps, that's great to know - it's always nice to be able to introduce a little variety! It just means I'll need to do more research on the right vehicles for my chosen period! With kindest regards, Mark
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    Thanks, guys, that's sort of what I thought, but as in all things, never assume.....Presumably, that would have been the case in my chosen 1900-1905 period as much as later on? I'm still waiting for my initial book purchases to arrive, so haven't got much to look at as yet. Thanks again and very best regards, Mark
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    Actually, MM's post above has got me thinking about inter-company traffic. How often would the various companies' goods stock have ventured onto other companies' systems? So, for instance, would it be common to see, say GSWR or SLNCR wagons on the MGWR? Or if not those particular companies, then were there others whose stock could/would have been seen on the MGWR? Thanks as always for any info! Best regards, Mark
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    Hi MM, many thanks for the idea - it sounds pretty interesting so I'll see what I can find. My chosen period is 1900-1905, so if both MGWR and SLNCR, that would be an interesting combination. And the size sounds quite reasonable, too. Thanks again and best regards, Mark
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    Dear All, I'd just like to say a huge "thank you" to everyone who has replied to my "newbie" questions with such patient and detailed answers - I can't tell you how much its appreciated! I'll have more questions, I'm sure, so I hope you'll all continue to be just as patient with me! In the meantime, stay safe and stay well! With very best regards, Mark
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    Thank you both for the brake van detail - such an interesting-looking vehicle that I feel I'd like to attempt a model as John @Mayner has done! @jhb171achill - the livery seems to be a bit of a conundrum, though? John - what shade of green did you settle on, and where did you get the axlebox/spring assemblies? Thanks for the extra info! With best regards, Mark
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    Hi John, apologies for not having replied sooner, and many thanks for your incredibly detailed post. I can't thank you enough for the information and advice - there's so much there that I don't know where to start! I think my biggest stumbling block at this stage are the track and back-to-back gauges and wagon W-irons and axles, so that's very useful to know. I've checked out the Scalefour Society website, and they seem to have quite a few items for 21mm gauge. I've always used Gibson wagon wheels to date, but the Ultrascale option sounds very promising for the future, particularly as they sound of much higher quality. Thanks for the info regarding the SSM wagons, unfortunately their open wagon sounds a bit too late for my period. Your own kits make up into excellent models and I've been admiring them in recent days. I'm just not sure I'm up to assembling etched brass kits and making a good job of them - I tried some years ago with an etched brass open wagon kit and made a right hash of it! Scratchbuilding in plasticard is more my thing and I can get fairly good results with a bit of care. But I'll have another look and may well take the plunge, details like louvres are far better represented by etching. Thanks again and very best regards, Mark
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    Hi Galteemore, thanks for the lead on Alphagraphix - I'll try to seek them out! Good news about Marcway! Thanks again and best regards, Mark
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    Many thanks, jhb - the shade of grey used and the size and position of lettering is great info! And particularly interesting are the green brake vans! Thanks again and best regards, Mark
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    Thanks, MM, I'll look him up! Much appreciated, Mark
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    Hi Andy, many thanks for your post - the availability of gauges from the Scalefour Society is great news, I think they sell items to non-members..... I've only recently heard of Prickley Pear, so will need to investigate their product range, and I need to delve into SSM's product range, too! I'll look into New Irish Lines, as you suggest, as any source of info is greatly appreciated. Many thanks again, and very best regards, Mark
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