Model railroading in the UK

Re: Extremely weathered locomotive

Try googling for: - "barry scrapyard/ scrap yard" "woodhams barry" And variations of same. -- Cheers Roger T. Home of th...

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posted by rogertra

2 comments posted 20yrs posted by rogertra

Class 50 Laira Blue best paint match?

Hi Guys, My father intends to repaint a 50 into laira blue livery, Had a good scout about for info but so far drawn a b...

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posted by lee

1 comments posted 20yrs posted by lee

Engines in goods sheds query

Looking at track plans there seems to be no way to avoid engines passing through goods sheds at some locations (the cov...

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posted by Mike

13 comments posted 20yrs posted by Mike

ho/oo trackbed ideas

Hello I am looking for ideas please on the best way to make trackbed before ballasing. The layout is going to be wooden...

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posted by technical123

9 comments posted 20yrs posted by technical123

DCC at last!

Well, I have finally taken the plunge and 'gone DCC' - I have one decoder (a Lenz Gold), with a Lenz LH100 handset and...

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posted by leftfield42

29 comments posted 20yrs posted by leftfield42

Converting a Bachmann 08 to P4.

Hi, I have just taken delivery of the mod kit from Alan Gibson for a Bachmann class 08 shunter, but there are no instru...

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posted by rob.wilson

2 comments posted 20yrs posted by rob.wilson

Half barrier level crossings

It seems that the Peco 4mm/ft half-barrier level crossing kit is no longer available. Does anyone else make one? I don'...

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posted by postmaster

4 comments posted 20yrs posted by postmaster

AD private sale

In line with the groups FAQ. Just to let you know of two things. I have been producing some audio Cd's of train sounds...

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posted by mikesndbs

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Private ads here

HI Are private ads allowed here such as ebay announcments? Within reason of course. Cheers Mike

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posted by mikesndbs

13 comments posted 20yrs posted by mikesndbs

Bachmann "Billy" Experience?

I have seen the new el cheapo Bachmann toy-like locos appearing over here - I believe these are the same as the ones us...

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posted by peterfelgate

1 comments posted 20yrs posted by peterfelgate

Back to Back wheel Measurements

Finally got myself some calipers, and want to check my wheels... what is the correct measurement for my OO, standard Hor...

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posted by icornish

5 comments posted 20yrs posted by icornish

Talacre Updated,

For anyone who is following the construction of our railway, I have updated the site with a few more pictures, www.talac...

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posted by mikedunning

0 comments posted 20yrs posted by mikedunning

Another question from a novice

Thanks for suggestions so far. I've taken on board the suggestion that a freight set might me more fun for my 5 year ol...

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posted by news

3 comments posted 20yrs posted by news

Model magazines

Having recently come back to the hobby after a gap of ten years or so, am I alone in finding model railway magazines le...

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posted by tim

30 comments posted 20yrs posted by tim

Minor ebay gripe

Is it just me or do you think that the seller on ebay should always leave feedback for the buyer BEFORE the buyer does...

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posted by R.C.Flint

49 comments posted 20yrs posted by R.C.Flint