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Nice one Des, I'll get me some of those. Rich,

I thought that some of those interested in BR modelling might like this. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/64646-latest-devolpments-from-bachmann-farish/ Rich,

After seeing your work I can see why you like it. Rich,

Great work Scahalane. Those bogie cements are among the best scratch built models I have seen. The A class paint job and build looks superb. One of the best painting and decal application exercises of modelling I have seen. It all looks so professional and you can see the hard work that went into it. Those wagons could be rtr they are so good. Amazing work well done. Rich,

Thanks for the update Dave. It will be nice to get Christmas out of the way and it gives people time to save and something to look forward to in the new year. Rich,

One aspect of our railways that I loved in the IR and early IE era was the orange and black liveries. I never really minded the Galway livery. The BR blue era was very similar in a lot of respects also. Privatization in the UK ruined the rail scene for a lot of enthusiasts and even though at this moment our railways aren't privatized, it does look like it has been over the last four years. At least we have our models to recreate our favorite era. Rich,

Beat you to it in post 12 Pat. It's a great tune. Rich,

That looks really good Noel especially the camera angle, it looks very realistic. Rich,

I was just thinking the same thing myself Rob. Rich,

I hated the push pulls when they replaced the MK11's on the Dublin Waterford route. I'd give anything now to see them back on the rails. As for railcars replacing the Cravens and babies on the Waterford Limerick route. Rich,

Muhammad Ali when asked had he lost any speed. When I turn out the light at night I'm in bed before it gets dark. Rich,

Sounds like the lyrics from pure morning by Placebo Richie. A friend in need is a friend indeed A friend with weed is better Rich,

That all looks sweet Richie, and is a very kind offer. I'll have to have some myself. Rich,

You're spot on Richie. The layout represents a period and vehicles that you don't see on many Irish layouts and it is unique in those respects. For building the layout in that period must have taken a lot of research and planing before any model building or work was carried out. It's a testament to the skill of the modelers that were involved in the build and those that operate it. It's perfect as it is and deserves all the accolades it gets. Modern O'Connell street has the historical presence of the GPO and Cleary's is a landmark building that defines the opposite side of the road. The rest is a bit bland compared to other European capital city main streets or thoroughfares. Having said that it has come on in leaps and bounds over the last 25 years and is a fine city. Rich,

Very true Jim. It also looks good without that big needle in the middle of it. Rich,

Des you would only need 11 with a baby. Rich,

It's a great piece of modelling and a credit to the MRSI members. Rich,

You seem to be well on the way Dave, Enjoy it that's the main thing. Rich,

That's looking really good Gerhard. It's an ideal kit for beginners and experienced modellers. The end results look fantastic when they are complete. Rich,

Good man Vincent, I can't wait to see more. Rich,

It's truly amazing work Mike. He explains everything so well. Something like this can sometimes make people feel a bit intimidated but it can be done if you try. Sure mistakes may be made along the way and we may not try something as complex but I hope it inspires people as that seems to be the hope of Ron Heggs. Good luck at the show, I hope it's a good one. Rich,

Robert which ever MK111 you choose you will have to make compromises. The doors on ours were of the electrical type except for two on the restaurant coaches which were the standard type. The windows on ours were also slightly bigger, but it shouldn't really be a big issue. In my own opinion the Lima coaches seemed to represent the shape of the body better than the Hornby version. If you go with the Lima version get some Laser Glaze and etched window surrounds from Shawplan. They really bring the coaches to life. Eamonns EGV turned out sweet and you can't go wrong the way he did it. If you decide you want flush looking glazing use Hornby scale length coaches and you can reuse the glazing. Unfortunately the bogies on either type are very poorly detailed. Southern Pride Models produce really excellent MK111 bogies in white metal and they are fantastic castings. Whatever you choose Robert I'm sure you'll do a great job and let us know how you get on. I didn't mention the Jouef MK111 as they would require the most work where as the other two I'm sure will suit you. Rich,

Jim I'm not backing down mate I swear she's as straight as they come . Seamus's missus and kid's have even accompanied him on railway related trips, lucky man that he is. Mind you I wouldn't like to get in the missus black book. Rich,

Good Jack I look forward to them. Rich,

It's kept me busy for a while following it Jim. Rich,