New DART 8100 Model

[murrayec]

oops!

 

Just noticed I meant to include red hubs over the wheels on the above photos;-

 

Like this;

 

 

murrayec

[driver301]

Stunning Model, well done sir.

 

Is there any hope you would produce the shell in N Gauge? (even in a very basic, flat, unmade form)

[murrayec]

Hi driver301

 

I have been working on an N Gauge DART, but it's at early stage and I have to much in the works at the moment. I will get back to it sometime soon!

 

A flat shell could be possible- its less work. I just recently worked out a way to print the artwork on a transparent sheet, this gives windows! but I have not given the structure a thought at the moment- the roof curve is the problem.

 

I'll have a think about and get back

 

Have you got a chassis in mind?- if so send me the dimensions and a few photos

 

murrayec

[driver301]

Hi driver301

 

I have been working on an N Gauge DART, but it's at early stage and I have to much in the works at the moment. I will get back to it sometime soon!

 

A flat shell could be possible- its less work. I just recently worked out a way to print the artwork on a transparent sheet, this gives windows! but I have not given the structure a thought at the moment- the roof curve is the problem.

 

I'll have a think about and get back

 

Have you got a chassis in mind?- if so send me the dimensions and a few photos

 

murrayec

 

Thanks Murrayec.

 

It would be great if you could look into the n gauge one a bit further. Even if it is simply a flat plack kit I will build it.....saves me completely scratchbuilding! The chassis I had in mind is a Tomix one measuring 137mm in lenght x 17mm in width.

[murrayec]

Hi driver301

 

Where would one pick up one of those? I looked around on the www and there does not seem to be anyone in the UK!

 

murrayec

[driver301]

Hi driver301

 

Where would one pick up one of those? I looked around on the www and there does not seem to be anyone in the UK!

 

murrayec

 

Hi Murrayec,

 

I got my chassis from Sean Ryan who is a trader at many shows. He also takes part in the Bray Wheelers swapmeet.

 

There is also a USA based online shop called Newhallstation. Here is a link to the model, http://www.newhallstation.com/store/product_info.php/cPath/23_25/products_id/634

 

With a bit of modifying the DMU could be turned into an IE 2800! Keep me posted on the possibility of the N gauge dart flat pack.

[murrayec]

Hi driver301

 

Thanks for that, I know Sean, I'll contact him

 

Will keep you posted on the body idea

 

murrayec

[closetmodeller]

I love my new -all electric - Dart. Thanks Eoin.

 

[Weshty]

Oh that's very tasty.

[murrayec]

Hi All

 

My apologies for neglecting this thread of recent, I've been very busy building things!

 

Here are a few shots of the products of the labours, taken today at the MRSI show. The shots are of 2 sets just off the workbench and the display model on the modular layout of Seapoint

 

 

 

 

Wow that many DARTs in the one frame, just had to post it up!

 

Eoin

[RedRich]

They have come a long way Eoin. The way you have listened to opinions on here and always kept us up to date has been very welcome. I wish you every success with the models. The modular set up is really beginning to come together nicely.

 

Rich,

[Noel]

I'd never seen a decent Dart model until seeing these at the show this weekend. Absolutely stunning models and an achievement beyond words. You are a very talented engineer and modeller. Fabulous attention to detail and quality. They looked better than factory produced products. Loved the little detail of the occasional flickering pantograph spark. Congratulations.

[BosKonay]

Just gorgeous Eoin! As is that modular layout!! Getting serious inspiration from it too!!

Edited October 28, 2014 by BosKonay

[Warbonnet]

Was great to see progress of the modules, the DART just looks so at home on it! Well done!

[Grambit]

Just spent the last while reading through this thread, from the beginning. Inspirational stuff indeed. I really admire your perseverance. There has been such a huge improvement since the original design and I think the passengers are a fantastic addition, which should become the norm for all coaches. I saw it in person at the weekend and it looks incredible. The kids loved it too. I think it was the only model they recognised ... apart from Thomas. I'd love to get a few but I'll have to get a bigger piggy bank first.

[murrayec]

Hi

 

Thanks all for your comments

 

Eoin

[Liverbird81]

I'm sorry but surely the skilled man hours that these lovely looking models take up is value in its self I'm very much an amateur at this game and don't know much about Irish models but to me they look as every bit as good as any of the large manufactures would produce I plan at present to build up all my collection on NIR but when I do stretch out to South of the borders collection I would surely pay the money. Well done to you sir its a fine specimen of the real thing

[murrayec]

Hi Liverbird81

 

Thanks for you comments and support

 

I look forward to the time your collection stretches out South

 

Eoin

[Liverbird81]

Your welcome Eoin just felt you were gettin a hard time for the great work you are doing. And I can't. Wait to stretch south this NIR stuff is like hens teeth so I have to invest while the models are up for grabs

[Liverbird81]

You should maybe think of doing some 80 or 450 classes there might be a small market for you

[murrayec]

Hi All

 

Here are a few photos of the new digital electrical system. All the leads are now connected with Micro connectors for easy build and dismantling, the sets can now be dismantled to separate parts without the need of soldering iron. The digital loom has an 8 pin connector for chip instillation.

 

Also the photos show the new etched brass bogie system I’m now making, all new DARTs will be sporting these. They are a bit easier to make than the old bush type, but they come into their own with pinpoint bearings- great running from the start where the bush type had to be run-in to achieve the good running- needing some tweaks and all!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The last shots show it all coming together and together- ready for a little run and its off to it's new owner

 

Eoin

[RedRich]

Fantastic Eoin, the photos are a window to how much work goes into one of these models. The evolution from the beginning to where you are now has been amazing considering how you have kept pushing yourself to get the best possible model you could. You are a one man enterprise and I salute you for what you have achieved. When funds permit I will certainly invest in one.

 

Rich,

[Kirley]

Excellent models Eoin and still innovating. A must have for anyone who is modelling the Dublin area which unfortunately I'm not.

[Weshty]

Eoin,

 

Superb work, it's been an iterative and continual strive for perfection. Well done. The Dart isn't my specific interest, but I am giving serious consideration to adding one for the collection anyway. Christmas after all is just around the corner.

[Noel]

Looks wonderful. Dart and DMUs are not really my sort of thing, but wow looking at that amazing model it is getting very very tempting indeed. Congrats on a superb production and engineering.

[Kinvara-Train]

Out of the world Eoin,thanks for showing

keep up the good work:dig:

Best regards

Walter

[murrayec]

They look very neat. Although I'm not an electric traction enthusiast, I'm beginning to think a 2-car (unpowered) set of one of those behind a 141 would make for a nice 'DART transfer' style train.

http://www.geograph.ie/photo/3255092

 

Hi Eiretrains

 

I just took an order on Sunday for a CIE Livery Dart no. 8101 with a dummy 141 as per the photo for optional attachment at the front.

 

Eoin

[murrayec]

Hi All

 

Just noticed I have not posted this year yet- well lets set that right!

 

Happy new year to all

 

Here are a few shots of the first 2 DARTs completed in 2015

 

First a 90's DART;-

 

 

Oops some tape still on the windows!!

 

 

And a DART25;-

 

 

 

 

 

I'm now completing orders 16, 17, 18 & 19- scheduled to be complete at the end of the month. Orders 16 & 17 are going to be interesting to see with the new 2014 IR logo DART Livery

 

Eoin

[Sulzer201]

Superb looking models Eoin.

[Kinvara-Train]

Hi Eoin,

looking for ward to the model's in N+Z Gauge

Walter

[rajaman]

Hi Eoin,

I had the pleasure of seeing your work at Stilorgan today, amazballs ! I think another savings plan is required:-bd

Mark

[murrayec]

Hi Mark

 

Thanks for the comment, and good to see you are considering a saving plan.

 

The show was good fun, very busy mid morning and good to see all who came over and said hello

 

Eoin

[murrayec]

Hi All

 

Here is a little sneak preview of the development of an N Gauge Two Car 8100 Class DART.

 

This is my development prototype model hot off the bench with a number of things yet to be done. I showed it off at the Bray Show today and had great interest, so decided to post these photos up.

 

Laser printed body wrapped onto glazing body structure on a Tomix 2455 chassis

 

Next step is to finish off the moulds for the plastic detail parts and adjust the jigs a bit to take the rough edges off!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eoin

[Warbonnet]

Wowsers Eoin, that's impressive! Well done!

[Dunluce Castle]

N gauge, blimy nice work