JasonB

Great to have the RPSI diesel outing back, with the East to West railtour yesterday. 

The day started with 071 on duty arriving into Connolly hauling the Cravens. 

081 took over from here, as we headed to Dundalk. 

It was then back to Connolly, where 071 resumed duties for the trip West to Galway.

And finally, back to Dublin.

As always, a fantastic day out. 

Lovely stuff.  

2 hours ago, DJ Dangerous said:

Or maybe May or October this year, who knows?

We live in hope, Mr D. 

Lifting the shell is the easy part. Removing the interior of the cab isn't as straight forward. 

Looks great, Noel. That has really improved what was already a fantastic model.

I ordered two sets of these a few years back. But after numerous broken promises, gave up in the end. Pity.   

14 hours ago, spudfan said:

Watching the rugby today. On RTE Jacqui Hurley in the studio had on pink trousers for the Wales/Italy match, yet for the France/England match she is wearing black trousers.

Must of had an "accident." 

Brilliant stuff. Looks the business. 

26 minutes ago, DJ Dangerous said:

I must confess that I AM one of the clowns (talking more about myself than anybody else, with the benefit of hindsight) who paid over the odds.

As I said, it's a personal choice, and if someone wants something that much, fair play to them. I can think of worse things to be spending it on. 

1 hour ago, DJ Dangerous said:

 

It actually IS too bad, when you realise that it's a locomotive, the same as any other, inside an 071 Class shell. The MM 071 is a gorgeous model, don't get me wrong, but under the skin, it's no different to an IRM A Class or a Bachmann Class 37. Once somebody is happy paying €150 for what's inside the body and another €150 to €250 for the body itself, if we break things down, then good for them.

Got to agree Mr D. They are all great models, but nowhere near what some are forking out for them.

It's none of my business what someone wants to spend their hard earned on, and I understand people missed out when these were released first, but personally, I just wouldn't pay it. I think the most I paid for an 071 in the past was €170, to a member on here. And even then, they were getting harder to pick up.  

4 hours ago, Fowler4f said:

Is it possible to remove the cab on 121 ? as I wish to insert Driver. 

As Eoin's step by step guide above shows, it can be done. I've fitted figures to 3 of my 121's, and if I'm honest, it probably wasn't worth the hassle. 

133 with driver... 

HINO! Savage stuff. 

1 hour ago, DJ Dangerous said:

The 201 in particular, possibly because it wasn't penis shaped like the previous GM diesels, had a much bigger, more powerful presence.

37 minutes ago, Ironroad said:

I presume the shape you refer to is in the eye of the beholder

Right, this is just getting weird now. 

On 9/3/2022 at 1:22 PM, Noel said:

Apologies but nothing seems seriously wrong with these models to my eye.

Well, other than you referring to them as peat briquettes numerous times. And the Lima version.. a door stop, if I'm not mistaken.  

1 hour ago, ttc0169 said:

Excuse me but is this thread about the successful  IRM A class locomotives ?

Nice one, Noel. Needed to be said. 

On 22/2/2022 at 8:12 PM, Broithe said:

Attempts to create the aroma of Guinness and egg sandwiches also failed to surmount the obvious health and welfare issues.

Ah yes, the classic combo. I'm well known for my love of both at family gatherings. Although, anyone standing within two feet of me tend to disperse as the night goes on. Can't think why. 

On 21/2/2022 at 12:31 AM, jhb171achill said:

"......Look at that, just three vans. We'll be done by lunchtime. Lot easier since yer man bought a lorry for the animal feed....who's driving today?....."

What a great shot of B141 arriving. 

On 19/2/2022 at 1:08 AM, ttc0169 said:

A new arrival at the Lakeview freight yard….

 

Lovely model, Noel. I've got the older DAF with the refrigerated trailer. Must keep my eye out for this. 

15 hours ago, popeye said:

Very nice.

Do they open on hinges?

As far as I can remember, the kit is designed to have working hinges. I've just added these as a cosmetic detail. 

Decided to add a little more detail to my SSM crossing gates, earlier today. 

First job, was to cut four new pillars to the size required. 

Supports and hinges were then added to two of the four pillars. 

Then, it was on to painting. 

Job done.

That's an impressive collection of BELL containers, Noel.  

On 13/2/2022 at 2:26 PM, jhb171achill said:

The twice-daily mixed approaches Dugort Harbour.

 

Class shot, Jonathan. Love it. 

Looks great with the Ballast wagons.  

Fantastic result. Loving the small details added. The redundant point rodding and trunking look the business.  

2 hours ago, jhb171achill said:

1963, and B121 "yanks" have appeared in Dugort Harbour.

Nice weathering on the 121, Jonathan. Another, from @Dempsey? 

That just looks, so right. Really bulks up the appearance of the loco. Very impressive.