Model railroading in the UK

Hornby Class 31

Hello all Tonight the Class 31 started stalling on points. I took power to all the wheels and the bogie under the fan s...

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posted by Robert-kemp

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Dapol major N gauge announcement

DAPOL WILL MAKE A MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT ON FUTURE N GAUGE PRODUCTS AT 12 NOON ON MONDAY THE 23RD OF JANUARY. So does anyon...

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posted by enquiry

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What make of rail?

I have recently acquired some oo gauge flexible NiAg track which is not identified. The sleepers are plain brown plasti...

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posted by apeterabraham

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Calne Show 21 & 22 Jan 06

Hi all. Anyone visiting the Calne show this weekend be sure to stop by Nictun Borrud and say Hello Elliott

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posted by elliott.cowton

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OT. Model Rail Show notice

Hi Guys. Just to let you know that our Club's website is now showing full details of this year's show on 25th & 26th Fe...

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posted by DavidAS

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Noisy Running (or not).

Hi All, Its me again. I have replaced the insulation boards on both sides of the layout now with 12mm MDF, I have not y...

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posted by eddiebray???

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Turntable/s

Now I have decided to replace my baseboards, I will extend the available are for track and suchlike while I am at it. I...

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posted by eddiebray???

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Lights on Class 08

Could anyone tell me what, where, and why a Class 08 would carry lights? I have recently bought a green Hornby Class 08...

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posted by jimnortholland

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MDF or PLYWOOD

Hi All, After the adverse comments I have received about the insulation board used in my baseboard construction, I have...

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posted by eddiebray???

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Code .100 or Code .075

Hello everyone, I'm just starting out in model rail and have purchased a few items of rolling stock (Bachmann 00 gauge)...

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posted by born1956

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ex-LMS 4P loco

I have a Hornby class 4P loco (number 42322), which was allocated in 1960 (according to the Ian Allan "Locoshed Book")...

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posted by xmb53

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Blackham Transfers

Anyone had any experiences of dealing with this company? Yes, it is a loaded question!

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posted by no_such

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Worsley Works

Hi All, I am thinking of purchasing an 'etches only' kit from the above manufacturer , as was wondering if anyone here h...

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posted by neil_kirby

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LED and Grain of Wheat bulbs

Hi folks, I have been thinking about the difference between LEDs, and Grain of Wheat bulbs. I myself can tell the diffe...

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posted by rob.wilson

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Loco Wheel Cleaning

What are the best (easiest) ways to clean loco wheels? With my Lima locos, I simply turn the loco over and rub a track...

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posted by potter55

12 comments posted 20yrs posted by potter55