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BrushType4

Western Thunderer
Hi Guys,

Update - All my rolling stock is either S7 or in the progress of being modified.

I got myself a GJH 7mm Polybulker kit at Telford last weekend.

Have had a look and can't find anyone having already posted articles on building this kit so while I'm not any authority on building resin kits, or any kits at all for that matter I'll post a few pics over the weekend as my build progresses.

Please feel free to jump in with any tips, hints or advice!

Pics to follow...
 

ant31117

Western Thunderer
I was tempted to get one at Telford too, but I'd already overspent! The sample on the stand was very eyecatching, especially with those nice transfers. Look forward to seeing your progress :thumbs: 

Meanwhile, here's a bit of (non-WR!) Grainflow action... 

Ant
 

Jordan

Mid-Western Thunderer
Can't help you with any advice, I'm afraid, but as a fan of American Covered Hoppers I am rather drawn to this British version, and I also had a good look at this model at Telford... so I shall watch your build with interest! :bowdown:

You might like this
which shows some of them 'in action'... doesn't help my resolve to not buy a Heljan 37, though.... :shit:
 

lancer1027

Western Thunderer
Hi Brush Type 4, . I too saw those polybulks, Steve (40126) liked the look of them too. I look forward to seeing the pics and the build on it :thumbs:

Rob :wave:
 

BrushType4

Western Thunderer
Thank you for your encouragement and posting of the youtube link. Makes me want to put sound and smoke into my Heljan 37. I'll leave that for another day (when funds allow).  :)

Made a start this morning. The resin parts on first inspection, seem nicely cast, without many air bubbles to fill. The sides are very thick as expected with resin and represent 5 inch thick steel sides. Depending on how well this goes together, next kit I'll look to see if something can be done about this.

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Starting with cleaning up the Resin parts and making the odd repair.

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It didn't take long to drill, widen holes and glue the first bits on ready to attach the sides.

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Now first possible problem noticed. The resin base, though lays flat, is twisted to one side.

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I'm hoping that by attaching the sides, the base will be pulled back square. We will see this afternoon....
 

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28ten

Guv'nor
If you put the resin part in warm water for 10 minutes you can tweak it straight, then just to be sure clamp it (straight !) and leave overnight.
There are other more brutal methods but this works for a slight twist
 

Jordan

Mid-Western Thunderer
That frame isn't so much 'twisted' as warped along it's length - i.e. if you look along it, it's curved in the horizontal plane. (I know - big words from the Back of the Class!!)

Doesn't look like a good start to me, I must say. :shit: Good luck!! :bowdown:
 

BrushType4

Western Thunderer
Not much progress on the Polybulker mainly due to work commitments and in part the resin pieces being a little challenging, but a couple of Telford purchases arrived this morning.  :thumbs:

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iploffy

OC Blue Brigade
Nice!!!!!!1 best colour as well. I do hope that one of those is a dummy as the power draw will be a little on the large side,
 

Jordan

Mid-Western Thunderer
BrushType4 said:
Not much progress on the Polybulker ...... in part the resin pieces being a little challenging,...
I suspect that might be something of an understatement...  :scratch: :(
 
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Simon Dunkley

Guest
garethevans1986 said:
The front on those 20's doesn't look right....there should be more room to walk around the nose.
Must admit I wondered about the angle on them, too.
 

BrushType4

Western Thunderer
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A little more work on the Polybulker yesterday. Its a nice big wagon. you don't need many of these on a shunting layout. :eek:

Difficult build with this resin kit, as quite a lot of sanding, filling, repairs have been required and nothing is square. :headbang:

I'm cracking on, in the hope to get to this finished today. :)
 

Jordan

Mid-Western Thunderer
Difficult build with this resin kit, as quite a lot of sanding, filling, repairs have been required and nothing is square. :headbang:

I'm cracking on, in the hope to get to this finished today. :)
Well done for persevering with it! :bowdown: These bulk hoppers do certainly have some presence about them.:thumbs:

Can't see myself buying this kit now, though....
 
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