The Derry Road Posted July 22, 2018 Share Posted July 22, 2018 LISNEAL ROAD A new layout in 4mm scale on three base boards each measuring 4ft long and 1ft 8ins wide having a double track approach from fiddle yard to platforms 1 & 2 with sidings into a loco depot having a 3 road maintenance shed, a two road shed for body repairs and painting, fuelling point and wash area and stabling point, The third board not shown is the storage roads.TDR 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhb171achill Posted July 22, 2018 Share Posted July 22, 2018 A "mini-Inchicore"? Excellent and unusual concept, best of luck with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttc0169 Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Looks like a great plan Raymond, What era are you planning? Best of luck with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share Posted August 9, 2018 Hi All. Quick up date on Lisneal Road Layout Some pictures of the track components in place on two of the boards to test the look and make sure it all fits. Folding legs are currently under construction, and will be fixed in place with the back scene boards. Actual laying of the track hopefully will begin by the end of the month. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted October 14, 2018 Author Share Posted October 14, 2018 LISNEAL ROAD Hi everybody Just a quick update as track laying should start very shortly on the layout, I have had this point work expertly constructed for me and its been tested on DC and DCC and works perfectly. Very pleased with the workmanship, this will also save about 5 inches on the length should I had used separate points. Its total length is 465mm and also been constructed to Peco centres at 51mm. The difference can be seen in the pictures of the compactness of this piece of work 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 Impressive looking custom track formation. Was it Marcway? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted October 14, 2018 Author Share Posted October 14, 2018 3 minutes ago, Noel said: Impressive looking custom track formation. Was it Marcway? Noel, this is made from Peco points and is one piece, the joints and I can only see two, are difficult to spot. The builder makes different varations as well as taking commissions for other configurations, TDR 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 2 minutes ago, The Derry Road said: Noel, this is made from Peco points and is one piece, the joints and I can only see two, are difficult to spot. The builder makes different varations as well as taking commissions for other configurations, TDR Thanks for info. That is most resourceful and impressive work on the part of the builder. Looks great. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted April 16, 2020 Author Share Posted April 16, 2020 Hi All Just a quick note and some pictures of a new layout I'm working on. Its 8ft x 18ins, and in two pieces, I have been struggling with a track plan for well over a year and the initial plan was a bit ambitious, so after working out a final plan here it is, featuring a 3 road shed , paint shop and fuelling point. Power is by DCC and I’ve soldered all track joints except those fitted with insulation fish plates.Although its at an early stage I hope to have this ready for exhibitions next year. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted April 19, 2020 Author Share Posted April 19, 2020 Couple of pictures of the progress thus far, showing Lisneal Road TMD structures, 3 road engine shed, paint shop and office/stores in their plotted positions. Fuel point also in position although in basic form. All buildings and structures are yet to be painted and detailed interiors aswell as outside etc. TDR 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midland Man Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 Amazing stuff there Are the building scratch built because as they look exellent. MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted April 20, 2020 Author Share Posted April 20, 2020 Hi, MM, The original buildings are from Pikestuff HO kits, with various added parts from Slaters plastic, Wills plasticard and plastruct To bring them up to OO Gauge TDR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted April 24, 2020 Author Share Posted April 24, 2020 Hi All, Just a quick update showing progress to date, Sheds build and exterior paint work almost completed outside, inside starting tomorrow, Backscene frame work added and ply panels painted, to be fitted shortly. 8 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted April 28, 2020 Author Share Posted April 28, 2020 Hi All, some pictures showing a little more progress and slight change to backscene. Thanks for looking in TDR 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhb171achill Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 I love that shed with the NIR logo. Is that a raised logo or painted on? Where did you get it or is it scratch-built? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted April 28, 2020 Author Share Posted April 28, 2020 (edited) On 4/28/2020 at 5:26 PM, jhb171achill said: I love that shed with the NIR logo. Is that a raised logo or painted on? Where did you get it or is it scratch-built? Thank you for your query, The NIR Logo was traced onto 40thou plasticard from a loco transfer, cut out and painted, then glued on. It is the same thickness as the red band around the shed to match. TDR Edited May 21, 2020 by The Derry Road 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttc0169 Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 Its progressing well Raymond ,watching its progress with interest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted May 4, 2020 Author Share Posted May 4, 2020 Whilst waiting for parts and materials for the layout in the post, and having watched a video on Cheekytec's channel on you tube. I gathered up bits and pieces from my brass odds and ends box and made a Locomotive workshop stand for the shed, requires a little touch from the grinder, cleaning and painted to finish. TDR 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnthebox Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 That’s a magic piece of work derry road, very well done sir.. BTB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted May 4, 2020 Author Share Posted May 4, 2020 1 minute ago, burnthebox said: That’s a magic piece of work derry road, very well done sir.. BTB Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 Couple of pictures of current stage of construction of layout. Hard standing all provisionally in place, drains, cable trunking, relay boxes, point motors and pathways in place. Oil tank scratch built from 35mm pvc waste pipe with ends from a Dapol prestwin wagon fitted walls constructed from Wills cement render and block plasticard. Track rust painted. All fixtures and fitting are by no means finished and require further detailing. Shed also having side windows fitted. TDR 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted May 21, 2020 Author Share Posted May 21, 2020 Hi All, Killing time in lock down. Some items made up of scrap bits to represent a lathe, drill press and a work surface storage cupboard for the loco shed interior. Other items changed to represent NIR vans and skips for the shed area. A bit crude but look the part from a distance. TDR 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2996 Victor Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 Love the lathe and pillar drill, superb! Kind regards, Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted May 26, 2020 Author Share Posted May 26, 2020 Hi All, Good progress this week so far on the layout. Loco shed floor painted and roller doors in place, interior almost ready for fitting out with LED lighting, lockers, shelving, bench, drill press, lathe, and associated equipment etc, also power cable trunking/ isolation box detail and signage. TDR 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 (edited) Hi All Just a quick update, Thank you to anyone whom commented. I’m Very Pleased with all the positive and encouraging comments on the layout. For anybody seeking to know how it was done. Today I fitted the interior lights. Picture 1 shows the frame work with the LEDs and resistors, The shed then fits over snugly to allow for any maintenance/repair work to be easily accessed. Some pics of lights working. Last two pics are taken with workshop lighting off. TDR Edited May 27, 2020 by The Derry Road 10 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttc0169 Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 Coming along nicely the lights really add to the atmosphere of the shed, keep up the good work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted June 4, 2020 Author Share Posted June 4, 2020 (edited) Hi All, Pictures of shed now being fitted out with electric trunking, signs and various equipment etc. TDR Edited June 4, 2020 by The Derry Road 4 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttc0169 Posted June 4, 2020 Share Posted June 4, 2020 Lovely work Raymond, look forward to seeing some locomotives arriving on site, well done so far. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted June 4, 2020 Author Share Posted June 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, ttc0169 said: Lovely work Raymond, look forward to seeing some locomotives arriving on site, well done so far. Thanks Noel 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted June 22, 2020 Author Share Posted June 22, 2020 Hi All, At last some loco movement on the layout, Tricky trying to hold phone whilst recording in one hand and the control throttle in the other and watch what your doing, some pictures of layout also and a running video although a bit random. Locos 112 in for routine service and 102 hunslet in for overhaul and new windows and lights. TDR LN_54.mp4 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted June 27, 2020 Author Share Posted June 27, 2020 Hi All, Whilst killing time waiting on bits and pieces to arrive by mail/post, I made a start on the layout population, most have been repainted. There are 56 figures in total, in various poses and positions such as track and yard maintenance crews suitably dresses in Hi Vis P,P,E, workshop technicians and fitters, depot cleaners, Supervisory, office and managerial staff, and visitors. All of course observing Social Distancing. TDR 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derry Road Posted November 4, 2020 Author Share Posted November 4, 2020 Hi all, 80 class 3 car units, times three under way, first power car started, lots still to do, filling, sanding, filing, cutting soldering and glueing, with details to fit also, just testing the look so far, 78807637_Project80class.mp4 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galteemore Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 Now that’s nice. The perfect NIR look. When I I lived near the Watercress line I used to make trips on their Hampshire unit just to hear that noise.... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Holman Posted November 5, 2020 Share Posted November 5, 2020 The Hastings line, six car units, we're similarly characterful, especially when doubled into a 12 car set packing 2000hp. Those class80 units should make an ideal lockdown project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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