leslie10646 Posted May 4, 2015 Posted May 4, 2015 The photo is of our prototype wagon which clearly shows the unusual triangulated chassis, patented by Oliver Bulleid and his chief draughtsman at the Southern Railway - Lionel Lynes. The wagon was introduced in 1956 in this form and was built to the tune of over two thousand wagons, of which 1,000 were still in use by the end of the 1970s. They were used on all manner of traffic initially and were seen all over Ireland, so you can have one (or more!) on your train North of the Border as well. They were extensively used in the annual Beet Campaign, even in steam days and in this form, right up to 1980 or so. Number series was 11817 to 14672. Our model has the signature corrugations inside and out, plus a plated floor as in the real thing. Count the bolts! Note the Builder's Plate and the representation of a consignment clip. The brake gear is a close representation of the real thing. Apart from the brake gear, this should be a very easy kit to build as body and triangulated chassis will be a single casting! About fifteen parts in all. NO transfers are supplied as the original wagons merely had a stencilled number on the left hand triangulation and it would be so small as to be unreadable. In any event, in real life it quickly disappeared under a coating of muck, oil etc!! Pretty well everything you need, bar adhesive and paint are included. You’ll need a few tools, which should be found in any modeller’s tool kit. I have received the first delivery of kits, with more on the way. If you want yours quickly, I shall be on the RPSI tour on 9 - 11 May, but please pre-order. Theoretically, I can deliver in Dublin, Cork, Killarney and Tralee! £21.50 or €29 post paid. Quote
Garfield Posted May 4, 2015 Posted May 4, 2015 Take a bow, Leslie, it looks fantastic. It's the first time I've seen the correct corrugation pattern on any model of this wagon. Quote
leslie10646 Posted May 4, 2015 Author Posted May 4, 2015 Take a bow, Leslie, it looks fantastic. It's the first time I've seen the correct corrugation pattern on any model of this wagon. Garfield Thanks for this, but it's my modeller Michael Rayner you should applaud - I just "make it happen"!!!! Leslie Quote
RedRich Posted May 4, 2015 Posted May 4, 2015 Very nice Leslie, a fantastic looking model of the prototype and fairly priced also. The chassis really captures the look of the original frame. I hope these sell by the bucket load for you, they are a bit before my preferred era, however I am looking forward to seeing the double bodied wagons as they are well within my chosen era. If they look as good as these you will be on to a winner. Rich, Quote
richrua Posted May 4, 2015 Posted May 4, 2015 oh dear. Dont tell the wife. it is excellent . can i pre-order now ? Quote
leslie10646 Posted May 4, 2015 Author Posted May 4, 2015 oh dear. Dont tell the wife. it is excellent . can i pre-order now ? I ALWAYS send my stuff in plain envelopes, so wives don't know! Rich, when you're ready, order through the website or by e-mailing me - lesliemcallister@aol.com Regards and thanks for the comments which I'll pass to the magic modeller. Leslie Quote
The Derry Road Posted May 5, 2015 Posted May 5, 2015 Excellent model Leslie, superb craftsmanship. TDR Quote
Georgeconna Posted May 6, 2015 Posted May 6, 2015 Lovely model, The corrugations inside are sublime. Quote
Broithe Posted May 6, 2015 Posted May 6, 2015 Lovely model, The corrugations inside are sublime. Indeed, it would almost be shame to hide them with a load. A lovely thing. Quote
Junctionmad Posted May 6, 2015 Posted May 6, 2015 Indeed, it would almost be shame to hide them with a load. A lovely thing. A rake of say 20 , empties , a few with the doors hanging down , behind a "A" class with a tatty brake van , would bring back memories of me day dreaming out the school windows and watching the beet and empties on the way into and out of Waterford in the early 70s Quote
Garfield Posted May 6, 2015 Posted May 6, 2015 Three of these little beauties will be appearing on my (once again stalled) workbench shortly. Quote
Kirley Posted May 8, 2015 Posted May 8, 2015 My Bullieid Open Wagon Kits arrived today from Provincial Wagons. While their build is at the end of my ‘Things To Do’ list I could not resist a quick peak. Looks a very simple build with the fun of converting staples into brake gear protectors, fitting brake gear and buffers to add a little edge before painting. But I’ve resisted the temptation and went back to my current project. Quote
Noel Posted May 8, 2015 Posted May 8, 2015 My Bullieid Open Wagon Kits arrived today from Provincial Wagons. While their build is at the end of my ‘Things To Do’ list I could not resist a quick peak. Looks a very simple build with the fun of converting staples into brake gear protectors, fitting brake gear and buffers to add a little edge before painting. But I’ve resisted the temptation and went back to my current project. Looks good. Mine is in the post and hopefully will have it Monday. Quote
John-r Posted May 10, 2015 Posted May 10, 2015 Got my bullieid open wagons today in a very wet Killarney from Leslie, Also met am daly from the forum, nice to meet you both.really pleased Got to see 461,craven coaches & Gsv up close.looked very well. Quote
Georgeconna Posted May 11, 2015 Posted May 11, 2015 Had a Nice chat with Leslie and saw the Wagons, They certainly looked fab but unfortunately or luckily l left my wallet locked in the Drawer at work! Quote
richrua Posted May 11, 2015 Posted May 11, 2015 Dear god. I am severely tempted by both theses lovely wagons and Marks models sale. What should I do? Quote
Broithe Posted May 11, 2015 Posted May 11, 2015 Dear god. I am severely tempted by both theses lovely wagons and Marks models sale. What should I do? Both. Quote
Weshty Posted July 4, 2015 Posted July 4, 2015 (edited) I've just built my first one. It's a lovely little kit and it really looks the part, capturing all the Bullied details very well. To do this though, getting the brake gear right means getting the wire dimensions just right, I will put up the measurements I have later. Shaping the staples without splitting the two is precise work, but the effect is well worth it Edited July 4, 2015 by Weshty Quote
Kirley Posted July 5, 2015 Posted July 5, 2015 Nice job Weshty, I still have to build mine. Thanks in anticipation for the measurements, that will be very helpful. Soldering the staples together before shaping might be an option. Quote
Dunluce Castle Posted July 5, 2015 Posted July 5, 2015 I found that if you use round, square and rectangle pliers then you don't need to separate the staples and they stay together, I add a small dab of superglue behind them after shaping, just incase the glue on the staples wear out or split. Quote
Weshty Posted July 6, 2015 Posted July 6, 2015 The dimensions of the larger wire are 22mm and 5mm after the bend. The short wire connecting to the top of the brake shoe is 8.5mm. The staple in the middle is 8mm long. These dimensions are based around the wire extending the full depth into the chassis (3.2mm deep). I plan to use 1mm wide scrap brass off some of my etches to make the next set of brake wire protectors. Quote
jhb171achill Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 Having seen one of these wagons in the flesh, they are absolutely fantastic and an absolutely essential addition to any mid fifties to mid 2000s layout.... Quote
Junctionmad Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 Don't forget to model a few with the doors down !! Quote
Kirley Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 The dimensions of the larger wire are 22mm and 5mm after the bend.The short wire connecting to the top of the brake shoe is 8.5mm. The staple in the middle is 8mm long. These dimensions are based around the wire extending the full depth into the chassis (3.2mm deep). I plan to use 1mm wide scrap brass off some of my etches to make the next set of brake wire protectors. Thanks Weshty. Can you put up some photos of brass brake wire protectors when you get it done please? Quote
Dunluce Castle Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 Pardon my ignorance but what is a brake wire protector? Is that the 2 staples below the door hinges? Quote
Dunluce Castle Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 Ahh ok, I call them door springs thats why I got confused hahaha, I can post pictures of the ones I've built if anyone's interested? Quote
Noel Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 [ATTACH=CONFIG]19423[/ATTACH] No refection on your excellent building skills, but did the plastic body moulding arrive just ever so slightly warped? The one I have was but I guess it should bend back parallel square if I heat it a little bit before assembly. Quote
Dunluce Castle Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 No refection on your excellent building skills, but did the plastic body moulding arrive just ever so slightly warped? The one I have was but I guess it should bend back parallel square if I heat it a little bit before assembly. Hello Noel! Depending which way your wagon has warped, you could possibly try this technique. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/blog/75/entry-16039-lswr-stone-wagon/ Quote
Noel Posted July 8, 2015 Posted July 8, 2015 Hello Noel! Depending which way your wagon has warped, you could possibly try this technique. http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/blog/75/entry-16039-lswr-stone-wagon/ Thanks. That was precisely what I was considering. Nice to know it works. It's summer time so the choo-choo trains are getting a break until autumn. Quote
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