dibateg
Western Thunderer
All the parts slot and tab together nicely, wouldn't it be good if all kits were like this. Work has now begun on the front framing assembly:-
And then after adding more parts ( with the remaining in the background ):-
So I'm developing a cycle:- Read instructions, cut out parts, tidy up, fit together, solder, then clean up. Then on to the next phase to repeat...
And then after adding more parts ( with the remaining in the background ):-
So I'm developing a cycle:- Read instructions, cut out parts, tidy up, fit together, solder, then clean up. Then on to the next phase to repeat...
7mmMick
Western Thunderer
Nice work Tony. What a lovely looking kit, definitely appears that these are the next generation in kit building. I know nothing of MOK having never built one but does this kit represent the best yet? In terms of ease of building I mean. I only ask as I've tea that the 8f kit was withdrawn for upgrade?
ATB Mick
ATB Mick
mickoo
Western Thunderer
Very nice etch work and construction, it's a shame they don't offer more locos with S7 options
dibateg
Western Thunderer
Yes - for me I think it will be the best kit ever, the 8F was, until this one came along. Dave was going to upgrade the 8F, but that didn't happen, I guess he wanted to put the time into new projects. Best thing is to E-mail him regarding availability of the 8F, he usually responds pretty quickly.
It all fits together so well and NS solders very nicely.
Regards
Tony
It all fits together so well and NS solders very nicely.
Regards
Tony
Steph Dale
Western Thunderer
I just wish he'd do more Southern stuff. The Q1 is superb and beautiful King Arthur badly needs a Urie S15 to go with it.
It's also very interesting to see how Dave's ideas have evolved, compared with the Sans Pareil Lord Nelson, the Ivatt 4 is much more advanced.
The s7 discussion is pertinent too, the LN has s7 parts included. Maybe the lack of included parts these days is just a reflection of the commercial reality?
Steph
It's also very interesting to see how Dave's ideas have evolved, compared with the Sans Pareil Lord Nelson, the Ivatt 4 is much more advanced.
The s7 discussion is pertinent too, the LN has s7 parts included. Maybe the lack of included parts these days is just a reflection of the commercial reality?
Steph
adrian
Flying Squad
The 8F is still available, or at least it was at Easter when I bought one.
As Tony mentioned is was "withdrawn" for an upgrade, but that never seemed to happen. Presumably he was too busy with his other projects so it's back on the market as it was originally.
Dan Randall
Western Thunderer
Superb stuff Tony - it's made me want one even more, but what's happening with the 3rd kit that the Postie delivered?
Regards
Dan
Regards
Dan
Dan Randall
Western Thunderer
Len Cattley
Western Thunderer
Yet another kit to save up for 
dibateg
Western Thunderer
So yesterday between sleeps, I managed to finish the detailing on the front platform assemblies, on to the cab today I hope. Up to now it's all been sub assemblies. Now its just beginning to look like something significant:-
I made a decision on the numbers, 43155 and 43156, both Colwick engines, both unlined, grimy stained and unglamorous! Both had AWS, so will need all that pesky extra piping...
I made a decision on the numbers, 43155 and 43156, both Colwick engines, both unlined, grimy stained and unglamorous! Both had AWS, so will need all that pesky extra piping...
Dan Randall
Western Thunderer
Quality kit, quality build - more please!
Regards
Dan
Regards
Dan
dibateg
Western Thunderer
Yesterdays work was to make up the cabs, and apply the overlays, one for each plane of the cab. There were also the pipe exit covers too add. This is a tricky job that takes great care to ensure no solder spills on to the cab sides. This cab features more working parts than the 8F, working tip up seats and sliding windows for starters. I forgot to put in the carriage warming valve at an an early stage, that would have been easier without the overlays on. I'm not sure what I will get done today as Mrs G wants the new computer commissioned and as it could be the warmest day for a wekk or two, I should spray the Thompsons.
AJC
Western Thunderer
What he said. In 4mm I have a Bachmann model waiting the time and inclination to equip it with a Brassmasters chassis (as dad does now I come to think of it - for whatever reason we're both drawn to the apparent ugliness of the prototype). All I've done so far is to amend the smokeboox door to suit my chosen prototype, 43070, which had a BR pattern door - the smokebox number plate was higher up the door as a result - following overhaul at Swindon. Too many other things to finish at the moment for that to emerge from the queue any time soon.
Adam