7mm Minerva 14

[Bushy0Gauge]

Hello Guys,

This is my first post after the hello post

Today I collect my minerva class 14 (as I live local). I have read here and in other places that this loco may need some attention in a few places? I've read all about the cab colour, door handle, step mesh, missing piping, I've also seen all the locos on YT wobble as they run and I've read a problem with head code lights on DCC.

I am more than able to fix all the above issues on mine if needed, but I'd like to know from those that have had this loco if there is anything else I need to look out for.

I'm keeping mine no matter what and I'll strip and totally rebuild if I have to, but it would be nice if I had some advanced warning of problems I need to address

Many thanks for any help.
Rob.

 

[Bushy0Gauge]

My little Minerva was introduced to its big brother today

 

[Jordan]

Check for loose crankpins.

 

[daifly]

My little Minerva was introduced to its big brother today

Could I make a request that you always post your attached images at full size. It's an absolute PITA having to wait for the thumbnail to load in a new window while reading your narrative.
You can edit your original post and tick the "+Full " option.

Thanks, Dave

 

[Bushy0Gauge]

Hi Dave,

Could I make a request that you always post your attached images at full size. It's an absolute PITA having to wait for the thumbnail to load in a new window while reading your narrative.
You can edit your original post and tick the "+Full " option.

Thanks, Dave

Done

Just for clarification, the large Ted is my 5" gauge class 14 I made years ago.