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For the lights, I would carefully remove the body to see if there's any loose connections.

I remember finding a plan on Google when I was considering making an Aberystwyth layout about a year ago, it might be worth searching something like 'Aberystwyth track plan'. Be warned there is a lot of track! I live near Aberystwyth and it's no longer easily recognisable from the old photos. I'm planning a Dovey Junction (Modern image) layout incase it is of interest to anyone. I Hope some of this helps, Iwan

Yes from what I can see, to improve realism backwards compatibility will be a no, but I'm sure the old ones could be adjusted to be compatible. Might not run great like that though!

I must admit i agree, but it is a matter of having enough demand. For example, 2000 buyers is unlikely enough to pay back for a new tool and manufacturers don't like to take this risk as it could end in dissaster. Of course, if you really need EMUs for your layout you could go down the Scratchbuilding, Kitbashing or 3D printing route, if you have A - The money and B - The skills. I honestly don't know what else to suggest.

The newer Hornby 0-4-0s have been Geared to run slower and more realistically. I can not actually remember whether it's a resistor in line with the motor or the gears but it's one or the other and it's unlikely a fault.

That one will almost certainly be unsuitable. UHU is good though, instant, strong, perfect for card. When better glues are not available. It's also just a £1 from the pound shop DIY section.

That one will almost certainly be unsuitable. UHU is good though, it's instant and works for card. When better glues are not available, it's a good alternative.

Congratulations on winning!

Some have Loco and Tender pickups whilst others have one or the other. I also recommend what GNR Gordon said. Sometimes a loose connection could cause issues.

OK, thanks for the advice! I accidentally went against those rules on another thread.

Yes, they do come up on a popular auction site regularly

Is my post on here against forum rules in everyone's opinion? I have been advised that it may be.

If you like OO, but don't have space I recommend an End to End layout instead of a loop.

I would recommend looking at some commuter diesels, the following classes have been produced: 121H,D,L, 142H, 143R,144R, 150D,B, 153H, 155D,H, 156L,H,R, 158B, 159B, 166B, 168B, 170B, 171B. All between 121 and 166 were in operation 1980/90 and 168 to 171 were mid-late 90s onwards EMUs: 350B, 450B, 466H. The 350/450 were early 2000s onwards, the 466 were 80s onwards if I remember correctly. Not all are still produced. Code: L-Lima H-Hornby D-Dapol B-Bachmann OR-Oxford Rail R-Realtrack O-Other This post is not intended as a promotion to other manufacturers, I have mentioned other manufacturers models however this is intended to help others.

To my knowledge you don't have to worry too much apart from waterproofing the baseboard.