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Just out of interest how did you arrive at the conclusion that one or both models were scaled wrongly. Rich,

No the Fert sits higher. I loved the Ferts and have seen them hauled hundreds of times by 071's 141 181 classes and they were always higher. Especially so at platform height. When a locos wheels were turned down at the wheel lathe in Inchicore the wheel diameter radius would be smaller albeit slightly. Rich,

Enjoyable as ever Noel. Rich,

I have taken some time out from IRM due to a family member being critically ill and when I come back the same crowd are complaining again At this stage I can only see this as getting personal. I swear if moaning and bitching became an Olympic sport we have some gold medalist prospects here. Stephen, Pat, Richie, Fran, you are and have done so much for this hobby and for us modellers and I can say that the majority of us on here won't let the minority continue, it has to stop You won't be banned Jason for telling the truth and expressing what most of us feel about these individuals. Once again lads chin up don't listen to them. Rich,

Few more of us on here in the same boat Jason. We should start a right said fred tribute band, I'm to sexy for my bubbles. Mind you I was on a stag do in Killarney 20 odd years ago and there were a few guys playing music in a bar. They said the next band would be out soon. They returned a few minutes later with skin coloured swimming hats on and called themselves right said ned. The locals loved it though. Rich,

It's been talked about non stop down here Fran. Not too many are surprised. Rich,

Good luck IRM & Accurascale it's astounding how much has been released by both companies. The customer service is a very important vote and I have been sorted for spares by the lads on a few occasions. Rich,

TBH I think the right time to announce when they will arrive is when they are in the air or on the high seas. Patience brings all good things to those who wait. Continuous asking of when will they be here or what is the timeframe is like having the kids in the car asking are we there yet the whole time. Kinda like Donkey in Shrek. Rich,

I pass Sallypark (Waterford West) every week and so I see the cement silo regularly. That model has such a look of familiarity that it is uncanny. To say that it is a great piece of modelling doesn't give Jason enough credit for the effort, skill, patience, and commitment in building it. Rich,

That's a fantastic build and finish. It's also a great tutorial. The correct Commonwealth bogies really sets the bar. Rich,

Also got mine the other day thanks lads and many happy returns. Rich,

Excellent Noel it never disapoints. Rich,

Great work Jason, not to much, not to little just right. That's weathering what you see not what you think it should look like. I have some 20ft sets packed away somewhere I'll have a look over the festivities. Rich,

42 always carried five cages and 47 carried six. It was also common to see two or three cages on a 42 or 47 amongst fully loaded wagons. Rich,

I had a good look at mine last night and my only complaint is that I didn't order more, but as Fran has said above there will be another run in the future. It must have been fun at times during the design stages especially with the mechanics around the swing of the bogies. The representation of the brake gear is a nice touch and looks great when they are not loaded. The diecast chassis is really crisp and exceeds the levels I imagined. There is also a nice weight to the CIE containers. What is amazing though is if you look at the CIE pack you are actually getting six items in the pack. The containers would retail at about €8 per wagon if sold separately so four would be €32. That means €34 per wagon and that represents great value for such a damn fine wagon. All in all another great release and roll on the rest of project 42. Not wishing to start a wish list but a 22ft flat with 14ft wheelbase would be smashing especially to go with the Keg liners, three cages per wagon and could be used for timber trains and containers. Rich,

Brilliant scenes and commentary as usual Noel I'll be keeping a lookout for it when it arrives in Waterford. Rich,

I would always advise that an airbrush with a full catalogue of spare parts is a must. Prolonged use dictates that at sometime spare parts will be needed. Good luck with the airbrushing in the future. Rich,

Spot on Stephen that's how it was with the Rawies. Great work getting the liners here before Christmas really appreciated. Rich,

looking like a winner, PM has really delivered the goods again. I am really happy for him. I don't think we would be where we are now without his huge contribution. Also respect to those who have assisted the man along his journey. The IE livery depicted in the pics really suits the 121's especially if you were lucky enough to see 124 and 134 double heading when they had just been overhauled for the last time. A great sound and sight. I don't think I would weather them, just run them as if they are on their first days duty after overhaul and are pristine. A rake of weathered bubbles behind them would make the contrast between locos and wagons really stand out. Smashing model, Rich,

Have to say that 50007 Sir Edward Elgar always looked fantastic in the GWR livery. Top stuff Noel. Rich,

If there is a bee in their bonnet I'd strongly suggest taking off the bonnet and get one of these. I would also advise to take off the skirt if wearing it, as it is one thing having it blown up, but having bees flying up there. I would also advise a board game to ease stress, this one would do the job.

Cap''n road prison 36, what we've got here is a failure to communicate. Some men you just can't reach. So you get what we had here last week, which is the way he wants it, well he gets it. I don't like it any more than you men. You gonna get used to wearin them chains for a while Luke. Don't you ever stop listenin to them clinking. Cause they gonna remind you of what I've been sayin, for your own good. Luke replies I wish you'd stop bein so good to me cap'n. These last few posts remind. me of my favourite scene from Cool hand Luke. Keep trying Dave, don't give up. Rich,

Excellent scenes Noel. Rich,

I've been having a good look at mine and they are a smashing and cool looking model. The representation of the nut and bolt on the buffer plates is a nice touch. They look exactly like what they are portraying and you can't ask for more than that. Rich,

TBH I have come to the conclusion that there are more minus than pluses about the Oxford MK111's. I've seen a coach and the only redeeming point it has is the gangway corridor connector. The MM Cravens are in a league of their own and still remain one of the finest coaches in 00 especially the first releases which had the correct dimension bogies. If the Cravens are Premier League than the Oxfords are League 2 or lower. It's a shame as they got the livery completely wrong on the IC and Scotrail coaches and wouldn't back down and admit it. They had a chance to correct the lower body side shade and didn't on the Scotrail release. Right now I wouldn't be confident if they were to do an Irish MK111 unless there were a lot of corrections especially the underframe. Rich,