Sulzer201

Hi all,

             Just wondering is there any member out there wanting to off load a few of the Murphy's RPSI Cravens?  Needed to complete a rake.  Thanks in advance.  Sulzer.

With the welcome news of the return of RPSI Steam tours in the near future, would any member have an idea if/when Merlin will do any test running?  I am assuming she has not been out on the metals in quite a while.  Thank you in advance for any information on same.  Tom.

Hi all,

           With the great news on the resumption of steam runs, would anyone know if Merlin will be doing trials before the return in March? 

Thanks in advance.

Tom.

Amazing work Eoin.  She is really taking shape.

Dear all,

               I notice that Merlin was moved a short distance recently and was just wondering does anyone know when Merlin will be out in Connolly again?

Thanks in advance.  Tom.

Thanks for that Snapper.  Hopefully in the Spring then.

Hi all,

            Wonder would anyone out there like to hazard a guess on when we might see Locomotive 131 in Dublin?  Can't wait to get a few shots of her when she comes south.  Thanks in advance for any help.  

Great stuff, thanks so much Snapper.

Hi all,

            A reliable source in the railway fraternity informs me that Merlin is due back in Connolly very soon to replace the 'jeep' for the Halloween Specials.  If anyone out there would have any information relating to the time the transfers are due to take place an avid steam buff would be greatly Appreciative.  Thanks in advance for any info.  

Hi everyone,

Just a quick queastion - Would anyone know how many carvens will be huled by No. 85 on the Sea Breeze on July 7th?

Many Thanks,

Jordan and Tommy

Hi Snapper,

Many thanks for your asnwers for the trip.

Regards,

Tommy and Jordan

Hi Everyone,

Many thanks for your help and advice over the last while.  I hope you don't mind but my friend has another two queastions?  Is there a time for when No. 85 is due up Bray Head? on the Dublin Riviara and is the special still going chimney first to Wicklow?

Many Thanks,  

Kind Regards,

Tommy and Jordan

Hi,

Sorry to bother you all but my steam mad friend has been asking me will No. 85 be turned for the Dublin Rivera? And what engine will be pulling the Sea Breeze in July? 4 or 85

Many Thanks

Kind regards

Jordan and Tommy

Sorry to be a pest ... But will No. 85 "Merlin" be wearing the big red and white "Sea Breeze" head board the one it wore in August last? 

Many Thanks

Jordan and Tommy     

Hi, 

     Would anyone know if No.85 "Merlin" will use the Rosslare turntable on the Sea Breeze on May 26th?

Kind regards

Jordan and Tommy

Hi all,

          I am writing on behalf of a friend who is going to build the SSM Merlin kit.  I was just wondering would anyone on the IRM who has experience of building this kit like to offer any tips or suggestions to a novice builder.  Any advice (photos) etc would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks in advance Tommy.

That statement is nothing but cloaking your own opinion as fact. Its gotten easier to have better models but there have always been those who strove for better. A prime example for Irish modellers would have been Cyril Fry

 

The internet came along at the right time for Willie, an easy retirement. Was a big adventure heading out to Bray on the Dart too

I'm not cloaking anything just giving a personal opinion and observation, that's something that seems to be getting harder to do on here when people's personal views and opinions are criticised by 'experts' who seem to feel they can speak for everyone else on realism and accuracy on model railways in Ireland. There might have been those who strove for more accuracy in their modelling of Irish railways in that period but for the majority of mere mortals it was repaints of BR rtr products and I for one was happy to have a couple of them at the time.

Some of the older members will remember the wonderful shop of Owens on Bray Main St. In his day he stocked a nice few bits for railway modellers at a time when life was much simpler and modellers were not so discerning or spoilt for choice, and when, if you had an orange and black cl 33 you thought you were the bees knees.

http://www.greystonesguide.ie/bray-a-history/

It is very fortunate that many IE staff members have a passion and appreciation for the railways and rolling stock, they are not just running a day-to-day transport business but they are also actively supporting and promoting railway history and heritage in Ireland. Well done to all involved for turning out 073 in such magnificent condition. Arguably one of the best GM loco types to run in Ireland or indeed in Europe, for power, reliability and availabiltiy you would have to search hard to find a better loco than the 071s. That livery looks absolutely superb and thanks again for reproducing it.

Switzerland railway models.

https://www.google.ie/maps/about/behind-the-scenes/streetview/treks/miniatur-wunderland/#switzerland/matterhorn

Well done Noel and lovely looking 121, and love the sounds in the video, very realistic.

Would anyone interested in sound fitted locos have any thoughts on the pros/cons of these SFX Sound Capsules. I know some Railroad models come with a basic sound chip which has greatly lowered the cost but these seem to be a simple and cheap option for some in the hobby? I see that Marks Models stock some of them.

http://www.train-tech.com/index.php/sound

Well done Thump, that A class is looking fab and is a superb runner. The weathering is top notch and makes the GMs look as real as their big brothers! The HST is also a top job and great recycling idea that certainly looks a possibility for older style SF As and Cs. Skilled and wonderful work and a joy to see.

One for collectors maybe?

http://www.hattons.co.uk/283026/Golden_Age_Models_GA9Art_LN_LNER_Gresley_9_car_Articulated_Coach_Set_in_BR_crimson_and_cream_Only_10_produc/StockDetail.aspx

Great job, they look great with the containers.