What's your latest acquisition?

[Iskra]

Nice! I do plan to pick up 9497 at some point soon as it's a vehicle I might have had a small hand in producing (Hornby were originally due to produce a BUO by printing the guards van stuff on the side of a Mk2 TSO until I spoke to a few contacts and to Mr K and pointed him in the direction of this one). Ok, so it's not your prototypical BUO for your Euston services, than the BSO for the Fort William service, but at least it's a factually correct and faithful reproduction of a Caledonian Sleeper Mk2 than the originally proposed hotchpotch.

Ah great work! I will be looking at picking up the BUO too soon I agree the planned version would have been horrendous (and I wouldn't have bought it).

 

[Ted633]

Surprised no one else has posted about these, but I received my Accurascale Deltic this week. What a stunning model, so much detail, some of which is rather fragile! I had some running issues initially due to the coupling jamming on reverse curves, but I've rectified that and it's settled down to be a powerful, smooth runner.

 

[reddragon]

Surprised no one else has posted about these, but I received my Accurascale Deltic this week. What a stunning model, so much detail, some of which is rather fragile! I had some running issues initially due to the coupling jamming on reverse curves, but I've rectified that and it's settled down to be a powerful, smooth runner.

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Mine arrived today, 55015 from RAILS. It has a wheel defect stopping it running properly so it needs to go back.

 

[Ted633]

Mine arrived today, 55015 from RAILS. It has a wheel defect stopping it running properly so it needs to go back.

Is it the 'wheel flat' issue or something else? Mine had the wheel flat issue and I found 2 small lumps of resin on one of the wheels. Pinged it off with small blade and it runs smoothly now.

 

[reddragon]

Is it the 'wheel flat' issue or something else? Mine had the wheel flat issue and I found 2 small lumps of resin on one of the wheels. Pinged it off with small blade and it runs smoothly now.

Had to run it upside down & found offending invisible lump, took a few turns to ping it off! Bogie still wobbles tough.

 

[xotGD]

While I am not a bona-fide modeller, I have had an idea to acquire some models representative of some of the freight stock on the KWVR.

First purchase - a trio of "blue spot" fish vans:



The same seller also had another example for sale, so I felt compelled to buy that one too. This one without the spot:



All in unused condition - unlike those at the KWVR!

 

[61653 HTAFC]

The Accurascale Deltics look fantastic, which bodes well for the 31 which I have on order... the issues some of you are having, less so!
I'm probably on my postman's bad list after this morning, as I had three parcels for him to drop off. A pack of three Accurascale MGR hoppers; a Hornby (cough) mk1 BCK in Swallow charter livery; and last but not least an Oxford Die-cast Volkswagen minibus.

The mk1 has no place on the layout I'll be building, but I love those white roofs so I'll manage to apply rule 1 liberally... either that or loan it to my brother once he's got his larger layout sorted.

Apologies for the poor photo, I'm afraid to take the protective wraps off until I've got track to put them on.

 

[reddragon]

The Accurascale Deltics look fantastic, which bodes well for the 31 which I have on order... the issues some of you are having, less so!
I'm probably on my postman's bad list after this morning, as I had three parcels for him to drop off. A pack of three Accurascale MGR hoppers; a Hornby (cough) mk1 BCK in Swallow charter livery; and last but not least an Oxford Die-cast Volkswagen minibus.

The mk1 has no place on the layout I'll be building, but I love those white roofs so I'll manage to apply rule 1 liberally... either that or loan it to my brother once he's got his larger layout sorted.

Apologies for the poor photo, I'm afraid to take the protective wraps off until I've got track to put them on.

I got the Accurascale HYAs, outstanding also with lights etc

 

[xotGD]

The Accurascale Deltics look fantastic, which bodes well for the 31 which I have on order

I initially thought you were buying 31 Deltics and then realised my mistake!

 

[61653 HTAFC]

I initially thought you were buying 31 Deltics and then realised my mistake!

Now there's an idea... one of each, with multiple extras of 002 and 005 of course!

I got the Accurascale HYAs, outstanding also with lights etc

I've ordered pack 1 and 2 of the version in the photo. At some point I need to go through the Hornby ones I own which are currently in storage. They'll need quite the weathering job to sit alongside the new ones!

 

[xotGD]

Carrying on my theme of models of the KWVR stock, I've gone bananas!



And here is the real thing - B881839 at Haworth last Sunday along side CCT E1334E:



One of the Blue Spot fish vans is out of shot to the right.

Edit: Just remembered that I did get a phot of a fish van at Oakworth during the Diesel Gala to compare against the models in my earlier post:

 

[Cowley]

Carrying on my theme of models of the KWVR stock, I've gone bananas!

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And here is the real thing - B881839 at Haworth last Sunday along side CCT E1334E:

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One of the Blue Spot fish vans is out of shot to the right.

Edit: Just remembered that I did get a phot of a fish van at Oakworth during the Diesel Gala to compare against the models in my earlier post:

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That’s a lovely thing. When’s the class 25 arriving.

 

[xotGD]

That’s a lovely thing. When’s the class 25 arriving.

I've got a 25 and a 37. Stored serviceable in the loft.

I have owned them since new from childhood in the 70s. Both Hornby models in blue: R.068 25247 and R.751 37130

While they don't see any use, I don't want to part with them. Hopefully the electrical components of the Rat are in better condition than those on 25059 at Haworth.

 

[reddragon]

I've got a 25 and a 37. Stored serviceable in the loft.

I have owned them since new from childhood in the 70s. Both Hornby models in blue: R.068 25247 and R.751 37130

While they don't see any use, I don't want to part with them. Hopefully the electrical components of the Rat are in better condition than those on 25059 at Haworth.

Both easy DCC conversions and capable of twin motors too!

 

[Iskra]

Surprised no one else has posted about these, but I received my Accurascale Deltic this week. What a stunning model, so much detail, some of which is rather fragile! I had some running issues initially due to the coupling jamming on reverse curves, but I've rectified that and it's settled down to be a powerful, smooth runner.

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That looks a stunning model. They are a great loco, but I didn't order one just because it would look a bit over-sized on my relatively small layout.

Carrying on my theme of models of the KWVR stock, I've gone bananas!

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And here is the real thing - B881839 at Haworth last Sunday along side CCT E1334E:

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One of the Blue Spot fish vans is out of shot to the right.

Edit: Just remembered that I did get a phot of a fish van at Oakworth during the Diesel Gala to compare against the models in my earlier post:

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Very good! I keep hoping that someone will make the Oakworth Timothy Taylors wagon.

I've been away for a while, so a number of acquisitions had built up with the postie, who duly delivered them today

A pair of nuclear flask wagons- ordered long ago- to go with my DRS loco's. These wagons are really nice, they run well and come with a fantastic detailing kit including tail lamps.



A new signal box, courtesy of The Model Centre. Sitting over the tracks, saves a little space and replaces its awkwardly sited predecessor:






I was also able to complete a prototypical Intercity-era Fort William sleeper rake, with the new Hornby SLEP's, a Hornby MK2 Brake picked up in a sale and an old new LIMA GUV from Ebay.





Naturally, I needed something to haul them, so a DCC Fitted 37/4 was acquired for under £100 due to Rails of Sheffield's Ebay sale:



I also picked up a couple of bachmann lamp huts, which are die cast, surprisingly heavy, well-finished
and good quality. One will feature on the railway, the other will act as a shed for the local farmer.

 

[Cowley]

That looks a stunning model. They are a great loco, but I didn't order one just because it would look a bit over-sized on my relatively small layout.


Very good! I keep hoping that someone will make the Oakworth Timothy Taylors wagon.

I've been away for a while, so a number of acquisitions had built up with the postie, who duly delivered them today

A pair of nuclear flask wagons- ordered long ago- to go with my DRS loco's. These wagons are really nice, they run well and come with a fantastic detailing kit including tail lamps.

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A new signal box, courtesy of The Model Centre. Sitting over the tracks, saves a little space and replaces its awkwardly sited predecessor:

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I was also able to complete a prototypical Intercity-era Fort William sleeper rake, with the new Hornby SLEP's, a Hornby MK2 Brake picked up in a sale and an old new LIMA GUV from Ebay.

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Naturally, I needed something to haul them, so a DCC Fitted 37/4 was acquired for under £100 due to Rails of Sheffield's Ebay sale:

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I also picked up a couple of bachmann lamp huts, which are die cast, surprisingly heavy, well-finished
and good quality. One will feature on the railway, the other will act as a shed for the local farmer.

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Some great additions there. That signalbox is really unusual, is it based on an actual prototype?

 

[Iskra]

Some great additions there. That signalbox is really unusual, is it based on an actual prototype?

I haven't seen an exact prototype, but there is a precedent in over rail designs at Battesea Park Junction, North East Kent Junction, Charing Cross, Hexham and Pelaw to name but a few. One key difference is that all the aforementioned examples are arranged widthways across the track, rather than length ways like my example. The attraction for me is the uniqueness and space-saving on a small layout.

 

[Cowley]

I haven't seen an exact prototype, but there is a precedent in over rail designs at Battesea Park Junction, North East Kent Junction, Charing Cross, Hexham and Pelaw to name but a few. One key difference is that all the aforementioned examples are arranged widthways across the track, rather than length ways like my example. The attraction for me is the uniqueness and space-saving on a small layout.

I really like it because it makes an interesting talking point. I also love the thought of your 37 opening up right underneath the box and vibrating the signallers kettle off the stove…

 

[xotGD]

I am now the proud owner of an LNER Extra Long CCT...



So I can now recreate the line up at Haworth Depot pictured in my earlier post...



OK, so the CCT is a different colour, but I can live with that.

 

[Iskra]

I am now the proud owner of an LNER Extra Long CCT...

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So I can now recreate the line up at Haworth Depot pictured in my earlier post...

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OK, so the CCT is a different colour, but I can live with that.

Very nice, I've been eyeing up a CCT van for a while. What's your eventual plan for your stock?

Some of my stock collection has been inspired by rides on the KWVR- I've accumulated a Jinty, Black 5, Jubilee, WD 2-8-0, Railbus, LMR Austerity, 20's, 37's, and a 101 that all feature on the KWVR

 

[xotGD]

Very nice, I've been eyeing up a CCT van for a while. What's your eventual plan for your stock?

Some of my stock collection has been inspired by rides on the KWVR- I've accumulated a Jinty, Black 5, Jubilee, WD 2-8-0, Railbus, LMR Austerity, 20's, 37's, and a 101 that all feature on the KWVR

My stock is mostly displayed on top of a cupboard in the hallway. We'll see how long my wife is happy with this situation! The 'extra' fish van is sitting on my desk. I have one more item that should be with me soon, and a couple of others I have my eye on. I have a budget of £100 for this little project, so I should be (just about) sticking to that. I'll post a group photo once it is all assembled.

I like how you've assembled most of the KWVR locomotive and multiple unit fleet. You can operate them to match what is working up the valley on any given day. Maybe "Big Jim" or the Ivatt next? There are a few of those LNER CCTs available on ebay, but some of the asking prices seem a bit on the high side.

 

[Iskra]

My stock is mostly displayed on top of a cupboard in the hallway. We'll see how long my wife is happy with this situation! The 'extra' fish van is sitting on my desk. I have one more item that should be with me soon, and a couple of others I have my eye on. I have a budget of £100 for this little project, so I should be (just about) sticking to that. I'll post a group photo once it is all assembled.

I like how you've assembled most of the KWVR locomotive and multiple unit fleet. You can operate them to match what is working up the valley on any given day. Maybe "Big Jim" or the Ivatt next? There are a few of those LNER CCTs available on ebay, but some of the asking prices seem a bit on the high side.

I'm looking forward to seeing the end product!

Big Jim is a tough one for me, as although it is an iconic KWVR locomotive, I do actually think the S160's are ugly as hell! I would like the upcoming Hornby Ivatt 2MT tender locomotive as that fits both the KWVR and Scottish themes, but it has been pushed back to 2023 already and the price...

 

[Islineclear3_1]

The Accurascale Deltic looks the real business. When's the Class 31 coming?

 

[reddragon]

The Accurascale Deltic looks the real business. When's the Class 31 coming?

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[Islineclear3_1]

Okay thanks, a few more months then

 

[reddragon]

I will be looking to off load some stock in the Autumn, mainly further reducing my Lima fleet of locos & wagons, retiring some more Mainline Mk1s and maybe an odd Hornby item.

Off to eBay unless others are interested

 

[Islineclear3_1]

I will be looking to off load some stock in the Autumn, mainly further reducing my Lima fleet of locos & wagons, retiring some more Mainline Mk1s and maybe an odd Hornby item.

Off to eBay unless others are interested

I might be interested in your Mainline Mk1s.... drop me a pm and some pics !

 

[xotGD]

Another parcel arrived for me today - a Southern Railway PMV...



Three of these are at the KWVR, including S1125S, being restored by the Vintage Carriages Trust. I don't have a comparative photo of any of these, but did get a shot of S1391S at the East Lancs on Saturday when it was part of the demonstration freight...



I also received an unexpected piece of stock yesterday - my wife was at Haworth, and this item caught her eye in the station shop...



One more potential purchase to come...

 

[Iskra]

Another parcel arrived for me today - a Southern Railway PMV...

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Three of these are at the KWVR, including S1125S, being restored by the Vintage Carriages Trust. I don't have a comparative photo of any of these, but did get a shot of S1391S at the East Lancs on Saturday when it was part of the demonstration freight...

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I also received an unexpected piece of stock yesterday - my wife was at Haworth, and this item caught her eye in the station shop...

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One more potential purchase to come...

Very nice, is that a Dapol PMV?

I like the load in that plank wagon

 

[BrettSy96]

Girlfriend bought me this from the model centre in Whitby, lovely loco, been weathered and renumbered also. Model shop there was one of the best I’ve visited and lovely location too