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Comin on nicely, liking the flow of the new layout, looks more natural. Keep up the good work.

Which edition is it Seamus? Mine is a beige cover with a black and tan railcar 2637 and 29120 DMU. Where did you find it? Oh, incidentally, the book below is on sale in Chapters, Parnell Street, Dublin 1, for 12.99. The RPSI book is also on special for 4.99. Title: Dublin & South Eastern Railway Author: Ernie Shepherd, Gerry Beesley Publisher: Ian Allan Publishing Ltd ISBN: 9781857800821 Binding: Hardback Format: 287 x 220 Illustrations: 4 maps. 12 line drawings.145 black/white photos Description: The D&SER served one of the most populous and picturesque parts of Ireland with its origins as far back as 1834. This comprehensive and thoroughly researched history is fully illustrated throughout, with photographs, drawings and other documents. Includes listings of all locomotives and passenger stock, plus track plans for the stations. Published 1998. 4 maps. 12 line drawings. 145 black/white photos. 160 pages. Laminated hardback. Richie.

Fair point Wrenn, it's not cheap. I was actually thinking about it from a casting - moulding perspective. The quality yer man has got is pretty good, and If the detail were brought to a really high standard, then 30 notes seems fair enough, if you could then cast as many sideframes for chassisss [?] or bogie sideframes (Y25) as you needed. I think RedRich mentioned something about custom bogies once. Just a thought is all...

hmmph, and there was me thinking it was something noble, and you tell me its a fat bird!!! lol

Reading may's edition, there's a bit about a chap making warflats and such from Shapeways, Wild Board Models. Now I know there has been a fair bit of discussion on Shapeways before, but I had a look at what Wild Boar are producing, and it's much improved. Take a look at the ramp wagon at the end of the link, it is mighty impressive. Perhaps the 20ft chassis is no longer a pipe dream? https://www.model-railways-live.co.uk/News/Wild_Boar_Models_announce_range_of_OO_gauge_wagon_kits/ More photos.... http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/50852-printed-warwell-wagons/page__st__50&do=findComment&comment=647667 Richie.

I'd have paid to see that particular waltz, like the lazy mating ritual of two fat geese I'm not into mating rituals of either diesels nor geese, just to be clear

Great intro frank, and welcome aboard. Even though MIR may have passed into history, all is not lost. To my mind, this is the golden era for anyone interested in irish railway modelling. There's this spanking arena to ask stoopid questions and get the answers from the most knowledgeable about, and whatsmore Murphy Models are producing models of Irish outline diesels at a standard that not alone challenges the German knack for scaled engineering, but surpasses that of the established UK manufacturers, at a cost that is not unreasonable given the quality. They also have rolling stock in the offing of stunning quality. Aligned with that are the many respray facilities of existing rtr stock that can be converted without much compromise, decal producers who make transfers from anything from early steam era to yesterdays latest logos, kit makers in etched brass, resin, and much in between, to producers who do small runs of items to suit demand. There is also a database of drawings of the prototype to assist those who want scratch build freight or passenger stock, and this is all available here. And the geniuses to answer any questions ( not me!). Don't despair at the loss of MIR, but be assured that a cranky old man from Tasmania/Waterford/Liverpool with questions would always be welcome here. Amiright lads? Richie.

Wonderful shot Wrenn. Is it from a book or from a collection? They really butchered the poor thing - blocking up of the lower window panes and poorly rejigged brickwork. And is that a cobbled together timber platform covering the point rodding? I'm guessing the colour scheme was that cauliflower/cream & green effort? Glorious photo, nonetheless - I'll rustle up some drawings after these exams. Richie

WHAT??? Wow, seriously impressive.

With Google's Chrome browser, as you type incorrectly it puts a wiggly red line under the word. If you spell something wrong and want to correct it, right click on top of the word, without needing to highlight it, and select the one you're looking for.

David, What is litho tape, and where might it be found to purchase?

I'm nearly sure this is the longer version, though I could be wrong! The only difference I can see is the additional splayed supports beyond the last line of stanchions. Hope this is of some use. I looked around inchicore on Google Earth and though there appears to be a pair of them in yellow on inchicore parade, the skeleton is different on either end! Richie

It's a great book, loads of photos. but this is identical to what the front of Connolly Shed looked like.. http://eiretrains.com/Photo_Gallery/Railway%20Stations%20D/Dundalk%20Square%20Crossing/slides/DundalkSquareCrossing_20080821_003_CC_JA.html Richie.

Super find! Those ammonia appear to have little or no markings or are they hidden by dirt?

Got this two weeks ago whilst heading north. Clean windows on the De Dietrichs too! Then did the mockup for the rear with what used to be the front of Connolly shed, and I couldn't help it.... The arches will be bricked up but just looking at the clearances between roads, it must have been a nightmare working there when it was a full day on shed! The round window up top will either be a slatted vent or the old broken disc CIE Logo. [ireland's Railway Past and Present, Dublin - Michael H.C. Baker - P64] Richie.

Fold the foil over at a right angle and crease. The male press is pushed down into the foil channel and slid back and forth to form the curved gutter. The Brass edge here also acts as a cutting guide. The male press removed and foil trimmed off with a sharp scalpel. The locking block can now be removed to release the created shape. A completed mock-up with the gutter in place. The vertical face helps glue it to the fascia board and can be painted white for uPVC or brown grey to blend into a fascia background. The downpipe is a piece of copper wire from heavy duty twin and earth cable, about 1mm thick. Cheap earphone cable can also be used to create bends etc. and glued to the face of the model, held relatively tight with superglue to keep straight. Job Done. Richie.

Guys, I'm posting this here cos a google search was fruitless last night - unless you consider ripping apart umbrellas - so I set myself the challenge of designing and building a jig to make scale gutters. Hoping a google search may bring others here. Here goes. You'll need some scrap brass or metal to make the press, some lolipop sticks to make the locking block, some card, a cocktail stick, some clear plastic and tin foil. First of the Tin Foil - This is a case of laying out ordinary tinfoil, dull side up, spraying it with spray mount glue, and folding it over on itself. PVA or solvent glue will also work, though takes longer to dry. I've folded the tin foil over on itself to make 8 ply foil, light enough to fold, but strong enough to retain its shape. When it's folded over, its rolled with something from the baking drawer. A shot glass, or something similar will also work. It doesn't have to be perfect, the creases add character to the final item. This is the concept drawing, the built jig is far from perfect, but the basic idea works. The dimensions shown are in real mm up top, and scale inches [lol] below. This is the completed jig, with female to the left, locking block in the middle and sliding male upturned on the right. The trimmed edge foil is slotted in vertically to the jig the locking block wedged in to hold the foil in place. A lolipop stick can be used here, and timber should be used here instead of plastic or card. (Can't attach more than 5 images at a go.. Please Wait..)

cruel and unusual! Lol

I'd give this a serious thumbs up for the steel rule, often overlooked. The best ones to use are about 150mm long and are the slightly cheaper model than found in eason etc. EuroWorld type places have them and the edges aren't fully refined so they grab plasticard stopping it from slipping. These are also have a duller finish than the expensive ones, so are much easier to read the markings. IF you're in one to those places, pick up cocktail sticks - for pushing decals around and getting little blobs of glue into odd places, clothes pegs - as cheap clamps for keeping small things together, and nail files, the card type with two surfaces for getting rid of flash and tidying up edges or extra glue. If the shop also does tools, they sometimes have a multipack of cheap tweezers, or else ask the significant other for any that she's done with.[ She may also have make up brushes that can be used for weathering] Also cotton buds for drying up excess glue or water when adding transfers. You can also pick up some cheap kiddies chalk which when ground down makes simple weathering powders. You can try out on the model and if you don't like, wash off and start again. Lastly, a small piece of glass or really flat thing, so if you alter/cut & shut a chassis, you can be sure it's square to the rails. Oh, get some elastic bands too, handy mini clamps. All of the above for around 6 yo yo's. Richie.

Thanks lads! Trying to get the end elevations sorted as we speak, so hopefully some photos tomorrow. The cathedral was 720 x 425 mm, about 200 mm high, and I did it for a friend. Took about 6 weeks. I have some ideas Shink about tinfoil and glue, which has blown my scratchbuilding mind in the last few days. A really versatile material what can do so much more than cover chickens and apple tarts.... yummm.... Richie.

Always thought this layout had a great sense of realism, keep up the great work, ESP on that dvt!

Its a great little show, even though I don't really consider the tube trains much. Its the people, places, and stories that make it enjoyable. There is also a show called Ghosts of the Underground which was on national geographic- its available free on the web, a good show that's not too cheesy.

Bang on Garfield. I partly guessed you'd pick it up!

'Pologies bout the quality.... R.