Rana Temporia Posted April 14, 2022 Share Posted April 14, 2022 My next box of fun is these nine clockwork locos purchased off eBay mainly for spares as they were described as non-runners. However, so far only one is terminal, I suspect that the clip that holds the centre of the spring has broken but will strip it down and have a look over the weekend. A couple of others seem to have weak springs through being left wound up for a long time. A bit of silicon oil has freed all the mechanisms up so everything is free now and I have some spare springs. I should have taken a photo before I started to dismantle them!yes, there are four incomplete Wild West ones so I will have to see what I can do with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Hay Posted April 22, 2022 Share Posted April 22, 2022 The Devon Belle Observation Car.Very pretty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulleidboy Posted April 23, 2022 Share Posted April 23, 2022 I have one of those somewhere, bought in 2009 (R4377). I agree, very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
81F Posted April 24, 2022 Share Posted April 24, 2022 Just bought a BR Standard Class 4 2-6-0 (Bachmann). The direct plug chip I bought for it doesn't fit (two wide to pass througn gap in the boiler so used a conventional 8 pin I was going to use on a LIMA Class 20 that I am currently waiting for in the post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjb1961 Posted April 24, 2022 Share Posted April 24, 2022 placed a pre order for the purple train and ive been buying in skaledale buildings over the last few months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 I've been looking for a BR blue SD Class 56 for some time, then came across one today - large logo this time - and purchased today.Price was a currently reasonable £100 so didn't even discuss, which I normally do!Unfortunately - I mean that - the fans are non-rotating, but might resolve that. My EWS one is excellent, super smooth, hugely powerful and has working fans.Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wairoalbany Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 Latest is n Australian SDS Models NR Class locomotive. It looks like an engine that is meant to be used rather than sitting on a shelf to look pretty. The detailing is reasonable but not super detailed. This means I don’t have to worry about things dropping off. I think it is better quality than the Hornby Railroad Range but not as detailed as the Hornby detailed models.I think the SDS model is a good balance. However it is not cheap. I would assume due to the smaller size of the Australian market.Overall I really like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Hay Posted April 28, 2022 Share Posted April 28, 2022 Hornby Class 67 Pullman.She pulled into Buggleskelly earlier this week but only just had a run out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted April 28, 2022 Share Posted April 28, 2022 Excellent performing locomotive - not exactly the best 'looker' that '67' but an interesting addition.Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Hay Posted April 29, 2022 Share Posted April 29, 2022 Excellent performing locomotive - not exactly the best 'looker' that '67' but an interesting addition.Al. thumbsupShe looked pretty good pulling six 'lit table lamp' pullman coaches, the century bar coach and the illuminated observation coach just now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted April 29, 2022 Share Posted April 29, 2022 My 'large logo' R3181 56 084 has arrived.Looking at the wheels, and condition generally, it's 'brand new' and has not turned a wheel regularly on a track, anywhere - meaning relatively speaking it's an absolute bargain!!Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted April 30, 2022 Share Posted April 30, 2022 Just ran it in this evening - an hour or so each way with a light rake of mixed BR Mk.2's - Hornby, Bachmann and Airfix - 11 in total.That super detail Class 56 is a superbly smooth runner, and can really move if necessary as well!!Just a pity it's a 'later model' without the moving fans - I'll see what I can do to remedy that - my EWS one is super smooth but looks much better with that 'gimmick' - no issues observed despite what some say!Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Hay Posted May 5, 2022 Share Posted May 5, 2022 I've spent more so far this year than in the preceding two years.You can't take it with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjb1961 Posted May 5, 2022 Share Posted May 5, 2022 Heljan NER AUTOCAR a Rails of Sheffield exclusive,a real beautiful model with stunning detail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeoFF03 Posted May 6, 2022 Share Posted May 6, 2022 Hornbys new Maunsell 1st RK restaurant car, and very nice it is too. Surprised to find a new style of magnetic coupling included with the accessory pack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Hay Posted May 6, 2022 Share Posted May 6, 2022 Easily in my top five of my collection and a bargain.Listed as spares or repair.It turns out the 21 pin decoder had failed.It's in 'as new' condition.Bachmann Class 25... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Hay Posted May 7, 2022 Share Posted May 7, 2022 I've taken inspiration of seeing a Class 37 being hauled down the M1.I have a dummy Evening Star and BOB Class SR Winston Churchill arriving shortly, which I'll drop on a bogie and haul by a similar diesel to that currently on my layout... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted May 7, 2022 Share Posted May 7, 2022 Just won a Hoover !!OK, a Class 50, 50 007 Sir Edward Elgar - another I've wanted for some time, still holding quite healthy prices .... let's hope it's another good win like the 56 was.Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new lad on block Posted May 8, 2022 Share Posted May 8, 2022 Hi Will, do you have any problems with the loading gauge, or do you not have any tunnels or bridges?Did you buy the full train pack with maroon Coronation in, or did you buy it loose?Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted May 14, 2022 Share Posted May 14, 2022 Just received my 'Hoover' .... 50 007 Sir Edward Elgar.It's another one that's been on my Wishlist ...Details already added, and well, and looks great - no obvious problems ...Battery test at the office showed the directional lights worked, but ... it just 'buzed' - OK!!Description said hadn't run for 10 years, so had been running but not used for a while - these are the locomotives which require more attention generally.Being a little disheartened, some (fairly substantial) care and TLC, and judicious amounts of fine machine oil later ... it runs perfectly, and the fan works perfectly as well - great news.Only problem is that stupid coupling system which doesn't permit it to be at the correct height ... something to work on, otherwise she's an excellent runner.Just ordered a set of red background, treated etched brass name / number plates from Fox Transfers for her as well.Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulleidboy Posted May 14, 2022 Share Posted May 14, 2022 The collection of loco's is getting bigger Al! joy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted May 14, 2022 Share Posted May 14, 2022 Certainly is BB.That 50 was a worry to start with, now its just that pesky coupling - doors, fan and chassis all very good. The nameplates should add something as well.The 56 is a simply superb runner - just a pity they stopped the functional fan.No need for a new post - several days' occasional running later, and the '50' Sir Edward Elgar's an absolutely superb runner - what a transformation from static 'buzzing' - wouldn't have believed it possible without 'major surgery' (possible new motor) but so far, all's fine.Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted May 22, 2022 Share Posted May 22, 2022 Elgar's got his brass plaques / nameplates - carefully cut and trimmed they look great.Just took advantage of a sale at Rails, and finally purchased another 'target' locomotive last Friday, a Heljan Class 86 - rail blue, 'weathered'.This afternoon, I just did another Rails deal, and agreed a deal on 5x Bachmann Mk.I Pullmans - should look well on some 'Preservation Specials' I regularly run.Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulleidboy Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 I have always liked the Bachmann Mk1 Pullmans Al. I don't have any, and don't need any, but they would be a nice addition to the collection! BB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Cheers BB. I'd been thinking that the last few months. Then, I received some 'financial benefit' from a trip abroad / long hours, so after SWMBO was sorted, some additions were made - very selective choice of course and I've been much better than I could have been!!Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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