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M. Matthews

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  1. In that case, here are my predictions. I’m focusing mainly on modern image as my knowledge on steam & early diesel is extremely limited.

    Likely

    Re-liveries of the HST’s, so many to choose from so guessing is a bit difficult.

    Another Flying Scotsman variant. Possibly the version with the white roof.

    More LNER A1, A3 & A4 Pacific’s

    More Class 66’s in various liveries.

    More of those little Ruston shunters & Pecketts

    Possibly

    4-VEP in NSE and Connex liveries.

    67027 in Gbrf livery.

    Network Rail Class 153.

    Class 73/9’s with old incorrect tooling.

    Wild Card

    Class 313 and other variants that can be made from the same tooling. This is based on a hint, so not completely wild guess.

  2. You’re definitely right in that it’s the first two images that almost make it look legitimate. The other thing that struck me as being odd was that the box image doesn’t show any cab ends which I’m sure all the previous 4VEP have done. Message sent to seller anyway, I’ll be interested to see the reply!

  3. This is one of the releases that I’ve been waiting on so I’m aware that Hornby are saying expected arrival date of Winter 2023/2024.

    On a random search, this eBay listing has popped up although raised some suspicion in myself as I’ve not heard anything of these arriving yet?

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/126249327159?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=9IlcIQYcQZy&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=fiOljGoHRmG&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

    Have I missed something here?

  4. In an attempt to get my Bachmann coaches on magnetic couplings I have contacted West Hill Wagon Works a week ago, to see if they have longer couplings, but so far no answer. Does anyone know of anywhere one can get NEM magnetic couplings longer than Hornby 20mm?

     

     

    Yes the West Hill Wagon Works couplings are longer provided you get the ones which are specifically made for Bachmann coaches. You get a gap which is about the same as when you use the close coupling supplied by Bachmann. Not sure why the link implies it’s for HST power cars.

    EDIT: There are pictures on the product page which suggest the overall coupling length is 22.8mm

     

     

    https://westhillwagonworks.com/hunt-couplings-elite-oo/474-additional-pair-of-hst-powercar-buckeye-elite-couplings.html

  5. So here is where I’ve made use of some the magnetic couplings.

    1st picture is between Hornby mk1’s with the 20mm couplings. Goes through second radius no problems.

    2nd picture is between Hornby mk1’s with the 17mm couplings. Buffer locks when going through 2nd radius reverse curves.

    3rd picture (my personal favourite) is 20mm couplings between Bachmann mk1’s. Goes through second radius no problems.

    4th picture is between on older Bachmann DMU with 17mm couplings. Goes through second radius no problems.

    I’ve messed around with just about every type of coupling going, so if anyone wants to see any other combo’s, let me know and I’ll post them up.

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  6. Sorry if this has been discussed already. Inspired by the recent post about the most appropriate sound file for the class 58, I’m wondering what the most appropriate profiles are for some other classes.


    I’m currently using the 66 profile in my class 67’s.

    I read somewhere that I could get away with using the 37 profile in a 205 Thumper?

    Between the diesel profiles available, there must be a few that are remotely similar to other classes?

  7. I understand that the sugar cube speaker that comes with the TXS decoders can be replaced with a different 8ohm speaker for better sound. Is the ohm rating the only thing to look out for? I’ve seen some larger speakers that are designed for O gauge. Is it safe to use a speaker like this? I’m assuming there’s more to it as I’ve seen hi-fi speakers rated at 8ohms. I’m just aiming to get the best and loudest sound out of the decoders.

    Thanks

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