Help needed with model building

[AnthonyRail]

Hi all,

I am looking at reproducing this photo in model form and include it within my layout. But I’m stuck where to start. The lorry is fine as I can repaint and transfer the trailer picture. The lorries inside I can recreate but it’s the building that has me stumped. What material to use. How to form the structure.

Probably not explaining it well, would appreciate any advice given.

 

[trash80]

Couldn't you adapt an existing kit like a Wills one?

 

[AnthonyRail]

Thxs, I will have a look.

 

[Cowley]

What scale are you looking at Anthony, 00?
I’d agree with trash80 about adapting a kit. Although saying that it is quite a simple building to replicate being basically a brick rectangle with a few windows/doors etc (pretty sure you can buy similar windows and doors but I’m not sure where from).
A decent model shop would give you good advice. Dave in The Model Shop in Exeter would probably be able to help you the next time you’re down here. I wouldn’t be surprised if he could supply a few of the things you’d need if you showed him the picture too.
There’s some rather nice old kit behind those windows...
There must’ve been a few Gregory’s Transport limited editions produced by someone at some point I’d have thought too?

 

[plarailfan]

Walthers make a good variety of American building kits. Maybe one could be "kitbashed" as they are plastic parts and fairly easy to cut with a small saw / craft knife. Alternatively, plasticard and plastruct items would be ideal for a home made scratchbuilt model. I do like Walthers products as they are straightforward to build https://www.google.com/search?q=wal...19PfAhXLQxUIHeuJB_gQ_AUIDygC&biw=1366&bih=626

 

[AnthonyRail]

What scale are you looking at Anthony, 00?
I’d agree with trash80 about adapting a kit. Although saying that it is quite a simple building to replicate being basically a brick rectangle with a few windows/doors etc (pretty sure you can buy similar windows and doors but I’m not sure where from).
A decent model shop would give you good advice. Dave in The Model Shop in Exeter would probably be able to help you the next time you’re down here. I wouldn’t be surprised if he could supply a few of the things you’d need if you showed him the picture too.
There’s some rather nice old kit behind those windows...
There must’ve been a few Gregory’s Transport limited editions produced by someone at some point I’d have thought too?

Thxs, I will call in Exeter models next few weeks. Gregory have 00 scale lorries available, work for them so that’s sorted but the vintage lorries haven’t been made in Gregory livery. There hasn’t been a reason to up till now with the 100 anniversary.

 

[AnthonyRail]

Walthers make a good variety of American building kits. Maybe one could be "kitbashed" as they are plastic parts and fairly easy to cut with a small saw / craft knife. Alternatively, plasticard and plastruct items would be ideal for a home made scratchbuilt model. I do like Walthers products as they are straightforward to build https://www.google.com/search?q=wal...19PfAhXLQxUIHeuJB_gQ_AUIDygC&biw=1366&bih=626

That looks the sort of thing I need. Thxs

 

[AnthonyRail]

Thxs, I will call in Exeter models next few weeks. Gregory have 00 scale lorries available, work for them so that’s sorted but the vintage lorries haven’t been made in Gregory livery. There hasn’t been a reason to up till now with the 100 anniversary.

Not sure on which scale to model on, was going to be 00 and use on model rail layout, but given it’s a project I want to share the final finished item with work, now I’m think of larger like 1:50 and it being stand alone display item.

 

[Bevan Price]

Might it be easier to construct a structure in plain material (thick card, plastic sheet, etc.) and then stick a copy of the photo onto that structure. There are commercial organisations that will produce photos to required sizes for what should be affordable costs.

 

[Cowley]

Might it be easier to construct a structure in plain material (thick card, plastic sheet, etc.) and then stick a copy of the photo onto that structure. There are commercial organisations that will produce photos to required sizes for what should be affordable costs.

That's a good idea. I've been considering modelling a certain well known closed ex Southern station near me in N gauge, but I can't find anything suitable in kit form.
I may try something similar myself...

 

[AnthonyRail]

That's a good idea. I've been considering modelling a certain well known closed ex Southern station near me in N gauge, but I can't find anything suitable in kit form.
I may try something similar myself...

Well known lol, I’m Trying to work out where that be.

 

[AnthonyRail]

Might it be easier to construct a structure in plain material (thick card, plastic sheet, etc.) and then stick a copy of the photo onto that structure. There are commercial organisations that will produce photos to required sizes for what should be affordable costs.

Oh yes. I would never have thought about that.

Thank you. That would work and save a lot hassle.

I will cut out windows and glass front, and put real model sized vehicles inside.

 

[AnthonyRail]

That's a good idea. I've been considering modelling a certain well known closed ex Southern station near me in N gauge, but I can't find anything suitable in kit form.
I may try something similar myself...

Barnstaple Junction?

 

[Cowley]

Barnstaple Junction?

Not that one (plus that's still open).
Here's a clue...

 

[AnthonyRail]

North Tawton?

 

[Cowley]

North Tawton?

Not there. Have another go at Guess the Disused Station.


You were in the right county...

 

[AnthonyRail]

I have no idea, another clue may be needed.

 

[Cowley]

I have no idea, another clue may be needed.

It used to be a Junction...

 

[AnthonyRail]

Can’t be Tiverton junction as that’s GWR.

Seaton junction?
Exmouth Junction?

 

[Cowley]

Can’t be Tiverton junction as that’s GWR.

Seaton junction?
Exmouth Junction?

I'm currently eBaying my 00 stock to do an N gauge version of Seaton Junction (code name - Seatish Junction) set in the late 1980s.

 

[AnthonyRail]

I'm currently eBaying my 00 stock to do an N gauge version of Seaton Junction (code name - Seatish Junction) set in the late 1980s.

Oh what are you selling?

 

[Cowley]

Oh what are you selling?

I'll pm you.