4mm Llanfair ....

[Focalplane]

I enjoyed my Rail Model experience, Larry, even though I also did a lot of chopping and changing as you are. And I didn't need the two outside ladders, the entry to the box being at ground level with stairs inside. The choice of which box to buy is almost always going to be a compromise.

Paul

 

[LarryG]

I enjoyed my Rail Model experience, Larry, even though I also did a lot of chopping and changing as you are. And I didn't need the two outside ladders, the entry to the box being at ground level with stairs inside. The choice of which box to buy is almost always going to be a compromise.

Llansantfriad box is similar in many respects to the one further down the branch at Llanfyllin, so it was a no-brainer especially at the price. I find altering things very satisfying. I painted the black patches on with cellulose paint so that the HMRS 'Methfix' BR transfers would adhere...

 

[LarryG]

Signalbox built now, although some parts will not be fitted until after painting. The roof trusses were glued in place then when set, were cut away except for the stumps showing on the outside of the building. A Peco plastic roof from a scrap signalbox was cut to size ....




The box looks almost 4mm scale...

 

[chigley]

and they say size doesn't matter

Ken

 

[LarryG]

Tackling things in between showers, the LMS van was finally weathered and varnished today. Photographed in drab light, which suits this ready-for-the-knackers yard unfitted van...

 

[LarryG]

In a spare moment, a shed door was knocked up from 80 thou Plastikard and old plastic sprue to make the runners/wheels...



'Plastruct' 'U' section was cut along its length to make 'L' section for the top of the running rail and glued to the horizontal beam...



Only just spotted that I put the horizontal strap on the rail instead of the door..... Old age or bloody stupidity....

 

[LarryG]

Getting there ever so slowly.... The cream started as white and a small amount of cream that I use of BR coaches added. Brown is PPC GWR Coach Brown.. Note the loop on the gate to keep it shut, which was easier than messing around with plastikard...

 

[LarryG]

I'm seeing spots.....! Windows were wide open to get rid of the smell while I picked out bricks using cellulose paint... Outdoor and indoor shots ...

I stopped using white mortar courses on large buildings some years ago. Interior sprayed GWR light stone....

 

[Gismorail]

Some fabulous model Larry really enjoying your return to 7mm

 

[LarryG]

Thanks Gismo. Thick glazing was glued to the inside walls almost to the floor to support the window frames...



The corner windows, filed to be a firm fit, went in first pushed against the glazing and tacked in place top & bottom with the minimum of Loctite...


The outer windows were accompanied by a piece of glazing and both pushed into place before being tacked with Loctite...

 

[LarryG]

Interior...



The cosy charm of a small box....


Happy signalman required......
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[LarryG]

Another model that can go to bed ready for the layout next year...




There will be restricted space in front of the box because of its closeness to the platform edge, so the drainpipes are mounted on the end...


According to my computer, this day two years ago (21st Nov) saw me completing the same kit as a LH version ...

 

[paulc]

Another model that can go to bed ready for the layout next year...
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There will be restricted space in front of the box because of its closeness to the platform edge, so the drainpipes are mounted on the end...
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According to my computer, this day two years ago (21st Nov) saw me completing the same kit as a LH version ...
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In what scale Larry ?
That signal box is a ripper , great job mate .

 

[LarryG]

In what scale Larry ?
That signal box is a ripper , great job mate .

Thanks. 7mm scale. I'm back in 0 gauge again.

 

[LarryG]

The stinky bit was done today, that of covering the walls with turps diluted PPC 'Dirty black' and wiping it off again to produce grey mortar. Many house windows were open for ages to get rid the of the smell while the shed dried in the sprayshop....



The two large windows have large pieces of glazing stuck behind them ready to take window frames. The door is also in place awaiting the front section. Bargeboards need renewing after alterations to the office gutter.....


Window frames painted with Halfords white primer and then a light stone surround added.....

 

[LarryG]

Another building just completed for the layout. Livery is GWR. I now think the station buildings at Llanfyllin were too

The window side will not be seen on the layout but it was finished for completeness. The corner brick 'wrappers' were not picked out in cream as it was considered too lavish for a good shed...


This side of the shed will be facing the operator.....


The slates were weathered in exactly the same way as the walls by brushing on turps-diluted PPC 'Dirty Black' and then wiping it off with a tissue...


All last nights indoor images were replaced this morning with outdoor photos to show a more accurate rendition of colours...

 

[LarryG]

I hope people will learn from my mistake. It is best to glue the bare wood roof onto the building after it is painted and glazed. This way it will not bow and distort when adding slates.

 

[Gismorail]

Some sound advice that Larry I will remember that when I start my laser cut building contract ……goods shed looks excellent well done young man

 

[alant]

I hope people will learn from my mistake. It is best to glue the bare wood roof onto the building after it is painted and glazed. This way it will not bow and distort when adding slates.

I wonder if glueing card similar thickness to the slates on the inside of the roof would combat warping?

 

[LarryG]

I wonder if glueing card similar thickness to the slates on the inside of the roof would combat warping?

It might work as a counterbalance. But it is safer to file paint off the surfaces to be glued and attach the two roof panels with PVA while they are perfectly flat.