New murphy Models 141s

[Anders112]

  On 14/4/2024 at 12:59 PM, derek said:

Hi Oisin. Thanks for the reply, but I can't seem to download your videos. Thanks nonetheless  for taking time to upload them. From what you say in your reply, we seem to have similar set ups (and similar problems). I too use a pair of Hornby controllers. I have never had a problem before this with any of my locos. I have emailed IRM about it so we will see what develops. I wonder if anybody else is having this problem? (Although most probably use DCC) .Thanks again for the reply.

Derek

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Hi Derek and Oisin,my Irish rail 181 made a similar noise when I first ran it on my DC layout. Got worried like yourself thinking there was something wrong.

On the instructions it says you have to let the gear in the motor to bed in by running it for a hour in each direction without any load . Left it running for two hours and have noticed the noise has faded significantly

hope this helps

thanks 

Dave 

[226 Abhann na Suire]

  On 14/4/2024 at 12:59 PM, derek said:

Hi Oisin. Thanks for the reply, but I can't seem to download your videos. Thanks nonetheless  for taking time to upload them. From what you say in your reply, we seem to have similar set ups (and similar problems). I too use a pair of Hornby controllers. I have never had a problem before this with any of my locos. I have emailed IRM about it so we will see what develops. I wonder if anybody else is having this problem? (Although most probably use DCC) .Thanks again for the reply.

Derek

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Not a bother Derek, happy to help if I can. Ohh ok that’s weird, I’m not sure  what happened there then, there’s not much to the videos though I was just demonstrating the sound it makes but looking at the video you have on the other thread, the sounds are similar.

Yes I’d say you’re dead right, it’s likely down to the controller. I’ve had a similar sounds off of other locos before so I presumed it was just the way certain locos sound on DC and didn’t see it as much of a problem, and to this day all of my stock runs perfectly. Do any of your other stock, MM or otherwise have similar issues? 

  On 14/4/2024 at 1:18 PM, Anders112 said:

Hi Derek and Oisin,my Irish rail 181 made a similar noise when I first ran it on my DC layout. Got worried like yourself thinking there was something wrong.

On the instructions it says you have to let the gear in the motor to bed in by running it for a hour in each direction without any load . Left it running for two hours and have noticed the noise has faded significantly

hope this helps

thanks 

Dave 

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Ahh ok well that’s it then I’d say! Thanks a million for the help Dave, case closed!! 

[derek]

  On 14/4/2024 at 2:24 PM, 226 Abhann na Suire said:

Not a bother Derek, happy to help if I can. Ohh ok that’s weird, I’m not sure  what happened there then, there’s not much to the videos though I was just demonstrating the sound it makes but looking at the video you have on the other thread, the sounds are similar.

Yes I’d say you’re dead right, it’s likely down to the controller. I’ve had a similar sounds off of other locos before so I presumed it was just the way certain locos sound on DC and didn’t see it as much of a problem, and to this day all of my stock runs perfectly. Do any of your other stock, MM or otherwise have similar issues? 

Ahh ok well that’s it then I’d say! Thanks a million for the help Dave, case closed!! 

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  On 14/4/2024 at 1:18 PM, Anders112 said:

Hi Derek and Oisin,my Irish rail 181 made a similar noise when I first ran it on my DC layout. Got worried like yourself thinking there was something wrong.

On the instructions it says you have to let the gear in the motor to bed in by running it for a hour in each direction without any load . Left it running for two hours and have noticed the noise has faded significantly

hope this helps

thanks 

Dave 

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Hi lads, thanks for taking the time. Like you Dave, after I ran the loco in for an hour in each direction, the noise does seem to have diminished ( or am I just telling myself that). No, seriously it does seem better. And Oisin, I also run another 141 from the original run with no noise problems.

[steventrain]

I was at Modellers Corner Model shop in Enniskillen have MM141s 8 versions in stock.

Edited April 15, 2024 by steventrain

[spudfan]

RB Models in Clonmel have them too. At €225 they are slightly cheaper than any where else. I have bought previous Murphy Models from them in the past. Sadly I will be giving this batch a miss as they are outside my budget. Nice locos though!

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[Newtoncork]

IE 163 arrived this morning, herself was here, so had to own up. She especially liked the dayglow panels and how heavy it is. The distraction tactics worked. Next one is that they worked in pairs..........

[Broithe]

  On 16/4/2024 at 10:50 AM, Newtoncork said:

IE 163 arrived this morning, herself was here, so had to own up. She especially liked the dayglow panels and how heavy it is. The distraction tactics worked. Next one is that they worked in pairs..........

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You need to sign out now, assuming she doesn't have access to your password - then sign back in hourly and report on your wellbeing...

[spudfan]

  On 16/4/2024 at 10:50 AM, Newtoncork said:

IE 163 arrived this morning, herself was here, so had to own up. She especially liked the dayglow panels and how heavy it is. The distraction tactics worked. Next one is that they worked in pairs..........

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Emphasise the "they worked in pairs" angle. Say "they worked in pairs" just like us....

[irishmail]

  On 16/4/2024 at 10:50 AM, Newtoncork said:

IE 163 arrived this morning, herself was here, so had to own up. She especially liked the dayglow panels and how heavy it is. The distraction tactics worked. Next one is that they worked in pairs..........

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And don't  forget the third loco for 'Standby'  purposes... 

[Broithe]

  On 16/4/2024 at 4:00 PM, irishmail said:

And don't  forget the third loco for 'Standby'  purposes... 

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Steady!

He's been missing for five hours now...

[spudfan]

  On 16/4/2024 at 4:00 PM, irishmail said:

And don't  forget the third loco for 'Standby'  purposes... 

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Bad idea, she might think you are hinting at threesome territory....

[Robert Shrives]

Just to add on the three some!! I now have 2 from first batch and 154 from this batch and all lovely models. now need to find time to build suitable layout in my loft - slightly more possible as found some boards in good order - albeit 50 years old! 

This loco will get a spot of filth for fun. 

Robert     

[Flying Snail]

Since we're still speaking of threesomes: Just received notification from An Post that I have three on their way to me today

Don't worry - herself is at work and the dog won't grass me up

 

Edited April 19, 2024 by Flying Snail

[Newtoncork]

Good stuff Flying Snail! Put the 'Hide Them From Herself' plan into action.  

[Flying Snail]

Oh, they'll be well hid!

My fall back line when she happens across me playing with a new loco that she hasn't seen before is that the liveries are interchangeable - vinyl overlays or some such 

 

[Anders112]

Latest two arrivals to my Drogheda and platin layout… there’s just something about the tippex livery with the dayglo

154 came in the post today and just like @Flying Snail 189  was last week adventure of trying to get home from work before the post man landed with it

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[Flying Snail]

  On 19/4/2024 at 3:23 PM, Anders112 said:

Latest two arrivals to my Drogheda and platin layout… there’s just something about the tippex livery with the dayglo

 

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Nice .. 154 was one of my three Babies today! 

[Darrman]

Got my 141 today. I decided to dust off the train set and run it, but a paper mat over carpet is not a good running surface at all, and it was a struggle to record these clips. Don't mind the livery mismatches and the HST cameos - I wanted a black and tan 141 to have a black and tan loco. What if I told you it was actually an MGWR HST?

 

 

 

[irishmail]

Well, at least you did not run it directly on the carpet like a certain person on youtube. 

[WRENNEIRE]

So I got my delivery of chips on Friday
I also ordered some more 121 ones
Plain chips OK
DCC 
121
MM567 
MM645
141
MM567A
MM645A
Any idea why there are 2 versions for each loco, 
Maybe separate one for the 141 & 181 but why 2 for the 121's?
Have a few Peroni Nastro Azzuro's on board so grey cells are not up to scratch

 

[irishthump]

  On 21/4/2024 at 4:57 PM, WRENNEIRE said:

So I got my delivery of chips on Friday
I also ordered some more 121 ones
Plain chips OK
DCC 
121
MM567 
MM645
141
MM567A
MM645A
Any idea why there are 2 versions for each loco, 
Maybe separate one for the 141 & 181 but why 2 for the 121's?
Have a few Peroni Nastro Azzuro's on board so grey cells are not up to scratch

 

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They are for the 2 different engine types. Both the 141's and 121's originally had the 567 while the 181's were fitted with the 645.

Many of the 141's and 121's were later re-engined with 645's taken from the withdrawn C Class locos.

[DJ Dangerous]

I see that the new 141's / 181's have almost sold out at IRM, but Mark's Models still have the full range in stock.

Why the discrepancy in the rate of sales, I wonder?

 

 

[BosKonay]

Points? Free post? 

[irishmail]

Marks models seem to have a higher mark up on items for some reason,  one example is the Hornby TT:120 Scotsman train set which is €299.99 from Marks or €274.95 direct from Hornby.  Modellbahn Union in Germany currently have it for €247.46.  

 

[DJ Dangerous]

  On 27/5/2024 at 5:17 PM, BosKonay said:

Points? Free post? 

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IRM were pretty on the ball with the pre-ordering campaign, too. Lots of fanfare on the forum, plenty of mail-outs etc. Mark's were quiet as a mouse, as if the launch was a secret.

Free post?

Free post???

I hear it's raining a lot lately.

Good enough for you, you and your free post!

 

  On 27/5/2024 at 5:53 PM, irishmail said:

Marks models seem to have a higher mark up on items for some reason,  one example is the Hornby TT:120 Scotsman train set which is €299.99 from Marks or €274.95 direct from Hornby.  Modellbahn Union in Germany currently have it for €247.46.  

 

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You want a TT Class 50 to go with that?

[irishmail]

  On 27/5/2024 at 6:14 PM, DJ Dangerous said:

 

IRM were pretty on the ball with the pre-ordering campaign, too. Lots of fanfare on the forum, plenty of mail-outs etc. Mark's were quiet as a mouse, as if the launch was a secret.

Free post?

Free post???

I hear it's raining a lot lately.

Good enough for you, you and your free post!

 

 

You want a TT Class 50 to go with that?

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Lol yes,  I have  50040 on  order  from  Hornby,  hopefully  be shipped  tomorow or wednesday.

[Georgeconna]

  On 27/5/2024 at 5:17 PM, BosKonay said:

Points? Free post? 

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Exactly that! 

[spudfan]

RB Models in Tipperary. €220 with free postage.

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[DJ Dangerous]

  On 27/5/2024 at 6:17 PM, irishmail said:

Lol yes,  I have  50040 on  order  from  Hornby,  hopefully  be shipped  tomorow or wednesday.

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You sly devil, you:

https://railsofsheffield.com/products/hornby-tt3014m-class-50-co-co-50040-leviathan-br-diesel-locomotive

 

  On 28/5/2024 at 6:36 PM, spudfan said:

RB Models in Tipperary. €220 with free postage.

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So they're beating IRM on price?

[LNERW1]

Absolutely nothing to do with the topic, but love @DJ Dangerous’s new profile pic!

[Ironroad]

Thinks he's Captain America now !!!!!!!!!!!!

[DJ Dangerous]

  On 1/6/2024 at 2:17 PM, Ironroad said:

Thinks he's Captain America now !!!!!!!!!!!!

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Captain Nostalgia!

 

  On 1/6/2024 at 2:07 PM, LNERW1 said:

Absolutely nothing to do with the topic, but love @DJ Dangerous’s new profile pic!

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Hey, I can do this all day.

[Broithe]

Captain Canary.

[DiveController]

  On 27/5/2024 at 5:17 PM, BosKonay said:

Points? Free post? 

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Free for some … been discussed previously. But I do have some points. How do I access their value at checkout? IRM ordering process for ex-EU is much simpler than having to email Marks to refund the VAT which should not have been charged to begin with  

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[BosKonay]

  On 2/6/2024 at 12:29 AM, DiveController said:

Free for some … been discussed previously. But I do have some points. How do I access their value at checkout? IRM ordering process for ex-EU is much simpler than having to email Marks to refund the VAT which should not have been charged to begin with  

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At least we now charge by weight at cost for ROW  

To buy using points just open the rewards widget and click on the Redeem button and it will let you pick how many points to redeem which will then get placed into the cart / checkout as a discount code.