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Dave182, I could swap the dimensions around and have 400mm behind the shed. Thanks for your efforts, looks good!

North end of layout 400mm - South end 300mm

The photographs show Omagh North layout. The first picture shows the incomplete bridge at the North end of the station where locomotives can exit this 'shunting layout' for the Derry Road. The is where I hope to store and turn my engine and stock. The other photograph shows the south end with the low relief goods shed buildings where locomotives can enter the shed openings and exit the layout (out of view) also. The plywood is open behind the shed. At each end I have limited space but I want to be able to basically turn the engine either mechanically or otherwise for the return to Omagh. Can anyone suggest a simple method, with least trouble.

In terms of stock and building a collection, my plan is to pick up the occasional bargain and also to scratchbuild a collection of wagons that frequented the area, in my case Omagh. I am in the process of identifying and sourcing brass W-irons, axleboxes and parts to build at least one or more of every type of wagon I need. On a small shunting layout like Omagh North, long trains of wagons or passenger coaches are not possible. Therefore, I would appreciate any photographs of wagon detail, if possible from other forum members, please.

Thanks Leslie, PM sent to you

I'm really gutted that I didn't get to hear about 00 Works earlier and maybe I could have put in an order for both locos also. There certainly are none left and nothing coming out until the end of the year. When were they first advertised and how long ago were orders placed? I don't suppose anyone has one for sale?

Thanks for that, glad I got it.

Bidding ended just half an hour ago, I've no idea but there are experts here who no doubt will tell me!

Just managed to win this on eBay at £15 Really nice to add my first to the layout from CIE

I just met an old friend Leo Flanagan who in 1950 at 9 months old, lost his father when 5 permanent way men were killed. All five stepped into the path of the oncoming Derry train. It was a foggy morning and visibility was poor. The men were told to clean the line because 'someone important' was expected in the station that morning. He said his father jumped from the line in an attempt to clear the train but was dragged under. His mother visited him in hospital but he died the next day. What a sad day in the history of the railway in Omagh.

Noel, I am assuming that the picture (TOP) is the real thing and the one below the model. The grass looks like it really is growing. What is the ballast type you're using - looks great!

Leslie, I got a sample piece of Andy's 'System' that he kindly made up for me. Unfortunately the small DPDT switches are a bit fiddly for my 'sausage sized' fingers. In the meantime I have simply screwed a piece of electrician block connectors to each wire and it does the job until I find a suitable knob. Thanks for that Leslie.

No better man to advise on paint, thanks Noel. I presume that I'm going for acrylic based paints, I imagine the oil based would be quite messy.

Ok, everyone who has followed Omagh North. My track is laid, wired, tested and points now on mechanical wire and tube system. Am I right to go ahead with painting of the rails? I've no plans on buying an airbrush so can someone advise on a couple of things. 1. The correct paint/make/name to purchase 2. Best brush for the job 3. Do I avoid contact with sleepers?

I saw the A380 in Adelaide airport last year while parked at Adelaide Airport, massive.

I'm on the look out now for a small push/pull knob that I can slip over the ends of the wire to give me something to hold when operating the points. I'm thinking of a small knob with grub screw on the side that I can tighten to secure the wire. Should I trim off the small lugs on the peace points that are normally used when changing with finger tips?

Thanks BurntheBox, just this moment finished the remainder of the layout and tested all track after wiring back together again. Everything runs well and its nice not having to stretch over the layout to manually change points.

My God, its looks fantastic Kirley. Is this layout going to be on display in Bangor in April?

Did you use Ratio points modified or is there a supplier out there doing Irish?

The 1mm wire is bent at a right angle up through the tie bar from under the baseboard and then out through the front edge of the baseboard frame. I'm sure there is a small knob I can get with a grub screw that will attach to the ends of the wire.

Very impressive, don't forget the chimney pots, fascia boards, barge boards and guttering. Every little bit of detail helps.

Today I connected copper coated 1mm wire to some of the points in my layout using flexible curtain wire as the outer sleeve to slide inside. The wire was fixed to the underside of the baseboard with cable clips that I screwed in position. The movement of the points are sound and all I need to do is source small knobs to attach the wire. Total cost less than £1

Beautiful, never seen anything so nice. I'm sure you are delighted with them.

Junctionmad, good question. I was told it was migwire. I'm just wondering if I would be able to solder it. If its a poor choice, what would you choose?

To be honest, the drawing is far from complete. Basically there are two parts to the wagon. The framework and the sheeting and once cut will be glued together to give the wagon depth. We don't really know the full capabilities of the machine as it is new but if it can do this sample with ease I should be able to add much more detail as I develop the drawing. I really need a detailed drawing or good photograph of the old 'single lever braking' to draw an accurate representation of this. To be honest, I have been using CAD for over 20 years so on reflection, it has been a learning curve to begin with but easy when you know how. I actually have designed many roof models for my Carpentry students here in College.