Haven't updated this in a while.
Oops.
Saturday, 25 August 2012
Saturday, 12 May 2012
N gauge - Harvey The Crane Engine
Well, I guess I'd been holding this one off for a while but now it's revealed. Tomy/Yujin's range of wind up Thomas characters seemed to be around 2mm scale or thereabouts, making them ideal conversion candidates. Having converted Rusty into a passable OO9 locomotive, I set to work on one of my favorite characters.
Having around 9 Ibertren Cuckoo chassis for OO9 use, I decided to employ a spare one for this project, simply as it's slightly smaller than the Fleischmann option.
Having around 9 Ibertren Cuckoo chassis for OO9 use, I decided to employ a spare one for this project, simply as it's slightly smaller than the Fleischmann option.
Just a final picture to show how small he really is!
That's all for now, just going to go to sleep!
Friday, 11 May 2012
BoCo - Strip Down
I'm sorry for the lack of updates recently, but I'm afraid that I've been busy away from the modelling side of things. Work are posting me abroad within a few months (not badly paid either!) so I've been sorting that out as it keeps me going finacially. While I've still been doing things here and there, it's generally been delayed to a point where I need to restart it all.
Looking into the collection of models I've bought and made so far, it's obvious I needed to concentrate on one thing rather than several. Therefore, I've decided to make almost every character from seasons one to four, along with a few later additions. Those seasons in particular are the ones I remember the most, so it makes sense to replicate them exactly as I remember them.
First off, I've managed to start work on BoCo. I know it won't be 100% accurate to the TV series model due to the fact the sides are different, but it'll be a decent match for me and what I need it for. Luckily, I managed to snag a Hornby Dublo model for a decent sum, so I could do a model of a true fan favourite. Had I not been able to get this Dublo model, the Heljan one was tempting me but I feel it's far too detailed to use as a TV series model.*
* - Heljan do however make D5702 in RWS Livery, I have one and will supply pictures if anyone is interested. I'd say you could just give it a face and it'd be a great representation.
Using a mix of paint stripper and sandpaper, I got the majority of the paint off the body leaving it ready for respraying. I shall get newer pictures, but I've managed to get it in primer and a light green base coat.
Looking into the collection of models I've bought and made so far, it's obvious I needed to concentrate on one thing rather than several. Therefore, I've decided to make almost every character from seasons one to four, along with a few later additions. Those seasons in particular are the ones I remember the most, so it makes sense to replicate them exactly as I remember them.
First off, I've managed to start work on BoCo. I know it won't be 100% accurate to the TV series model due to the fact the sides are different, but it'll be a decent match for me and what I need it for. Luckily, I managed to snag a Hornby Dublo model for a decent sum, so I could do a model of a true fan favourite. Had I not been able to get this Dublo model, the Heljan one was tempting me but I feel it's far too detailed to use as a TV series model.*
* - Heljan do however make D5702 in RWS Livery, I have one and will supply pictures if anyone is interested. I'd say you could just give it a face and it'd be a great representation.
Using a mix of paint stripper and sandpaper, I got the majority of the paint off the body leaving it ready for respraying. I shall get newer pictures, but I've managed to get it in primer and a light green base coat.
In the meantime, I'll get around to taking newer photographs to show off the progress. Will post more soon!
Friday, 13 April 2012
Destruction
Well, to whoever wanted to know how I get a face.
This reminds me. I need to work on Arthur.
Jack
This reminds me. I need to work on Arthur.
Jack
Saturday, 7 April 2012
Thursday, 5 April 2012
Detour
Going to be taking a well deserved break from work for a week or so, which is needed after the past few months.
Have a random Derpy Hooves picture.
That said, I will be back soon :)
Jack
Tuesday, 3 April 2012
N gauge - Henry The Green Engine
Quite happily, I've been looking at doing N gauge models. I really like the scale, which works out at roughly half OO/HO. One range of items that caught me, unsurprisingly, is the Tomix range.
Sold in Japan, there are multiple locomotives, coaches, wagons and buildings you can buy. Whilst the buildings aren't anything special, the rolling stock is amazing.
So far, I have a Henry and a Percy. I'm aiming to get the other two in the range, Thomas and James, then complete the gaps by making my own locomotives. It'll take time but it'll look decent.
Jack
Sold in Japan, there are multiple locomotives, coaches, wagons and buildings you can buy. Whilst the buildings aren't anything special, the rolling stock is amazing.
So far, I have a Henry and a Percy. I'm aiming to get the other two in the range, Thomas and James, then complete the gaps by making my own locomotives. It'll take time but it'll look decent.
Jack
Saturday, 31 March 2012
Video of the Week - Tywyn Wharf Layout Tour
Okay, so whilst this may seem like a lazy way of making posts, I feel it's a good way to get videos out and noticed. Sadly, YouTube have disabled the function to place someone else's video in your channel so it leaves me with little to no alternatives.
This week's video comes from Adam, better known as TywynWharfOO9. It's a showcase of his layout, which is pretty sweet to say the least. Building a variety of Talyllyn prototypes and a Talyllyn based layout, it just shows how effective modelling in 4mm scale can be.
Jack
This week's video comes from Adam, better known as TywynWharfOO9. It's a showcase of his layout, which is pretty sweet to say the least. Building a variety of Talyllyn prototypes and a Talyllyn based layout, it just shows how effective modelling in 4mm scale can be.
Friday, 23 March 2012
Red Coaches - Painting Trial
Yesterday I continued working on the first one. At the moment I'm making two composites as I'm still working on the parts to make the brake end. One thing I have noticed is the new ends do stand out by a millimeter or so, but it's not too noticeable.
Not a huge difference, but still adds a bit of length to the body.
As you can see, I got the body into a coat of primer to ensure everything was flush and smooth. My biggest fear was creating something that wasn't identical to the Bachmann end, but it's extremely close.
Quite happy with how it turned out, so I cleaned a few areas and sprayed it again, making sure everything was clean and flush.
After letting it dry, I proceeded with the body paint. Whilst I did buy it for Arthur, I do have a large can of the stuff so I have plenty. Not a 100% match for the TV series, but I prefer it. Reminds me of Midland Railway livery infact.
Few shots to show how it compares to Annie & Clarabel. I've yet to paint the chassis and alter the cab roof.
Just got the other 2 to do to so I can have a rake, then I'll have a nice bespoke set of coaches. Currently working on the other composite, and I should have the brake end done soon.
Any comments, questions and criticism are welcomed!
Jack
Not a huge difference, but still adds a bit of length to the body.
As you can see, I got the body into a coat of primer to ensure everything was flush and smooth. My biggest fear was creating something that wasn't identical to the Bachmann end, but it's extremely close.
Few shots to show how it compares to Annie & Clarabel. I've yet to paint the chassis and alter the cab roof.
Just got the other 2 to do to so I can have a rake, then I'll have a nice bespoke set of coaches. Currently working on the other composite, and I should have the brake end done soon.
Any comments, questions and criticism are welcomed!
Jack
Wednesday, 21 March 2012
Red Coaches - Composite work.
The Red Coaches, known by their livery, are one of the most demanded items for OO/HO scale. Whilst neither Bachmann or Hornby are quick in making their own, I've decided to go ahead with mine.
I have about 7 Bachmann Annie/Clarabel models I purchased in bulk. The reason for doing so is conversion projects, but I fancy a rake of 3 red coaches, with two composites and one brake. Using 3D printing, I was able to make a near accurate end for the coach, which simply glues on.
It's worth noting that you have to remove the face on the donor model, but it is worth it to get a flush surface. Another thing I've yet to do is modify the roofs, but I shall do this when I have all 3 done.
I have about 7 Bachmann Annie/Clarabel models I purchased in bulk. The reason for doing so is conversion projects, but I fancy a rake of 3 red coaches, with two composites and one brake. Using 3D printing, I was able to make a near accurate end for the coach, which simply glues on.
It's worth noting that you have to remove the face on the donor model, but it is worth it to get a flush surface. Another thing I've yet to do is modify the roofs, but I shall do this when I have all 3 done.
Hopefully I'll have the duckets and parts for the brake arrive soon, so I can start working on it. I'm rather impressed with how they have printed, as it's far neater than I could have done with plasticard.
Jack
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