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Post by bigt1677 on Dec 18, 2009 22:38:38 GMT
Sorry for hijacking the forum but our moderators were kind enough to seperate this section and it would be nice, as well as interesting, to see who is doing what in non steam. Also a good platform for pros and cons, hints and tips and in the case of us loco types - how does it perform and how many will it pull etc etc.
I will kick off - 5 inch work in progress leyland experimental railbus, body and chassis by abbots M.E. but I am super detailing the body as opposed to just applying transfers and vinyl graphics as per the standard kit. When done, finances permitting, hoping to do a shunter of some sort.
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Post by AndrewP on Dec 19, 2009 0:11:38 GMT
Well this is my only running loco so far, put together for my grand-daughter but it can actually get me round the track!  Single 120watt 12v motor, 12 ah motorcycle battery, Parkside controller and more fun than it has any right to be. Andy |
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Post by peterseager on Dec 19, 2009 15:34:28 GMT
I have a 5"G Hymek built from a Compass House kit built from a kit by a departed friend. I have completely rebuilt the inside and fitted a remote console on the driving truck. It is fitted with a Trax sound card and Maplin amplifier. Rebuilding the inside was good fun. Took me back to my days as a junior engineer when you done real engineering rather than paper engineering. Peter Attachments:
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Post by Boulder Creek on Dec 20, 2009 0:12:26 GMT
G'day All, This is my first loco, a 7 1/4" gauge Malcolm Moore. It is powered by a 5.5 hp engine driving an alternator which in turn powers a 24 volt 1000 watt traction motor. It gets along quite well and is easily capable of pulling 4 - 5 adults up the 1 in 30 grade on my railway. I am also building a Bundaberg Jenbach sugar cane loco which will be powered by a 13 hp engine, again driving an alternator and 24 volt traction motor. All of my locos are of 2 foot gauge prototypes built to a scale of 3.3 : 1 making them relatively large miniatures. Visit my website at www.smex.net.au/bouldercreek for more pictures and further info on these locos and my railway. Dave. Attachments:
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Post by bigt1677 on Dec 20, 2009 0:18:29 GMT
I have a 5"G Hymek built from a Compass House kit built from a kit by a departed friend. I have completely rebuilt the inside and fitted a remote console on the driving truck. It is fitted with a Trax sound card and Maplin amplifier. Rebuilding the inside was good fun. Took me back to my days as a junior engineer when you done real engineering rather than paper engineering. Peter Hi Peter, lovely looking locos the hymek, nearly bought one off e bay a few weeks ago but as usual, ended up going for just a tad too much! Do they run well ? Andrew, that looks interesting, is it based on the coronation that maxitraks used to produce, nice |
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Post by peterseager on Dec 20, 2009 15:30:40 GMT
Runs a treat. Gets used for 4 or 5 fetes each year and has proved reliable. Is geared for 5 mph at the rated motor revs but will do at least 8 mph, equivalent to the 90 mph max speed in full-size. Another plus for the Hymek is that it is relatively short compared to other prototypes and so fits into the car. I like it.
Peter
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Post by AndrewP on Dec 23, 2009 0:12:52 GMT
Trev,
It is scratchbuilt, not all by me I must say, 3 1/2" note and based on a Fowler diesel shunter - I still have the curvy front to do with a distinctive single head lamp.
Andy
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Post by smallbrother on Dec 23, 2009 10:17:04 GMT
I have ordered a Maxitrak 0-4-0 "Planet" chiefly for the garden and to get my youngest boy hooked (I hope). We were left some cash by an elderly aunt and this seemed a better investment than some knob twiddling device in front of the TV.
I have assembled most of the track but the snow has stopped me laying it out to mark up where to dig the formation.
I am slowly getting my workshop set up and hope to build steam in 3.5 or 5, but that will involve teaching myself all the turning/milling etc skills.
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Post by Paul Boscott on Dec 23, 2009 10:32:34 GMT
I have started a 2 year project to make a 1:12 working model of an extrusion press check my web site www.boscott.co.uk/ At the moment I am doing the drawings warmer in the house than the workshop  |
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Post by marshall45825 on Jan 15, 2010 19:15:41 GMT
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Post by chrisb on Jan 15, 2010 19:27:04 GMT
I'm toying with the idea of making a 7 1/4" half size approximation of a lister rail truck. The Sherwood Forest Railway has made a 5/8ths full size on to run on 15" and I reckon that with a bit of juggling I could end up with ride on loco.
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Post by fostergp6nhp on Jan 15, 2010 20:17:24 GMT
I'm toying with the idea of making a 7 1/4" half size approximation of a lister rail truck
Available as an engine less kit from The Engineers Emporium.
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Post by chrisb on Jan 15, 2010 22:51:25 GMT
I am aware of that product but was thinking of something looking a little more like the real thing. If you look on the Sherwood Forest Rly site, you will see what I mean. Besides that the Lister D engine is a bit OTT for 7 1/4"!
CB....
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Post by fostergp6nhp on Jan 16, 2010 22:48:16 GMT
1 hp, 1.5hp or 2 hp if reved hard is over the top for 7 1/4" gauge???
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Post by davebreeze on Jan 16, 2010 23:00:13 GMT
Hi I have something here that is both non steam and non rail as well. It is a 4" scale model of a Scammell Highwayman tractor unit and lowloader trailer. What gearbox does the Scammell use? I like the idea of modelling a road vehicle and I've often wondered if a motorbike gearbox could be used. |
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Post by marshall45825 on Jan 17, 2010 19:25:19 GMT
Hi I have something here that is both non steam and non rail as well. It is a 4" scale model of a Scammell Highwayman tractor unit and lowloader trailer. What gearbox does the Scammell use? I like the idea of modelling a road vehicle and I've often wondered if a motorbike gearbox could be used. Its fitted with a Tecumseh Peerless 5 speed transaxle. This is a complete unit that includes the gearbox, diff, transmission brake and back axle all in one go. They come in different speed levels such as 5, 6 and 7 speed but mine's a 5. Also includes reverse that you wouldn't get on a motorcyle box. They are normally fitted to ride on mowers and can be hard to come by, although they do come up on ebay from time to time. The only drawback is they are a little bit weak and mine has had 2 rebuilds already. It depends on the sort of punishment you intend dishing out, if your model is light weight and not doing so many miles then would be fine for the job. Mine does go to the other extreme doing about 15 miles last year on road runs etc and carries heavy loads as well. In the first pic with the full size crankshaft on the back, all up weight in this pic (inc driver) is about 450kg but we have been over half a tonne. |
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Post by davebreeze on Jan 19, 2010 0:34:36 GMT
What gearbox does the Scammell use? I like the idea of modelling a road vehicle and I've often wondered if a motorbike gearbox could be used. Its fitted with a Tecumseh Peerless 5 speed transaxle. I've not heard of those before, must keep an eye out on eBay! |
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Post by dscott on Jan 22, 2010 11:54:37 GMT
I got hold of a set of gas engine plans from Polly Models ( OK bought ) and reduced them 75% on the photocopy machine to fit my simple chassis.
If it is not strong enough with gas it gets fed with petrol, everything nice and easy using bits of steel for the U shaped base and cylinder lined with cast iron for bearings etc.
I am going for UN-governed and a slipping belt clutch to the front axle which is the rigid one, the rear axle pivots to balance with springs.
Will keep everyone informed of progress.
David.
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Post by smallbrother on Oct 27, 2010 9:03:46 GMT
I laid the last edging brick this week, so after problems with weather and a very bad back, we are almost there with a running ground level 5" gauge railway. I need to fill in the gap between the concrete haunching with scalpings, cover this with fabric, lay some ballast, trim and join the track and finish the ballast. Hope to finish next week.
I will have another go at posting some pictures asap.
In order to achieve smooth gradients and curves I have had to ignore the existing ground levels. The boss is "rather keen" that I now revamp the garden to suit. Hope to get this done by Spring!
I have set up my workshop, sturdy workbenches, vice, and the ML7 is running, though have only just acquired some steel to practice on. I have a pillar drill which seems to need a new condensor but I have decided to buy a Warco WM 14 mill next year when I get paid for election duties.
Onward and upward!
Pete.
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Post by bobl on Nov 23, 2010 15:20:34 GMT
7 1/4" Class 67 Thomas Telford has just been completed by Bristol Society (BSMEE).
Honda engine driving Parkside bogies via alternator/batteries and 4QD controller. Very successful pulls 40 plus passengers. See ME Mag Vol 205 No 4391 for details.
I would add a photo but am unable to despite numerous attempts. Is it because I am using a Mac - help would be appreciated.
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