Behind Closed Doors

[3Valve]

Okay, thanks again for the input, its like having a team of consultants on hand!
This is the front end extended

2-6-2 with extended front end looks spot on. Looking forward to seeing it complete.

That 2-8-0 didn't half look good too though.

 

[dgt]

I must say I think I'm with John (Sea Lion) on this; just a tad less extension. Russell looks different because it has no bunker, I think.


Dave

 

[Doug]

I must say I think I'm with John (Sea Lion) on this; just a tad less extension. Russell looks different because it has no bunker, I think.


Dave

It also looks like the cut-down version of Russel.

 

[3Valve]

I must say I think I'm with John (Sea Lion) on this; just a tad less extension. Russell looks different because it has no bunker, I think.


Dave

This sort of length do you think? (Forgive the crude edit - no photoshop in the office)

 

[dgt]

Yes, I'd go with that. How about you, Mr. Wood?

 

[GHWood]

Yes I think thats just about right, all I have to do now is build up the courage to do it!
I will update the topic as and when things progress.
Thanks again to all who have contributed so far

 

[GHWood]

I notice Roundhouse do a gauge convertor kit for "Russell" that looks as if it contains all the bits needed to make a neat job of this. http://www.roundhouse-eng.com/pdf/rusgck.pdf

Now that is fascinating. Any idea how much it is?

Graham, its around £40 including postage

 

[GHWood]

A Further update on progress, everything held together with double sided tape at the mo!

 

[GHWood]

The front of the running plate extended by a piece of U channel bolted through

 

[GHWood]

Wheels are a spare set of IP engineering wheels

 

[GHWood]

Next step will be to work up the courage to cut the main sideframes for clearance for the front and rear trucks

I am planning to move the front truck a little further forward when the frames have been altered

 

[GHWood]

Reasonably pleased so far!

Now for the tricky bit

 

[dgt]

You've got the proportions dead right there, Mister.

Dave.

 

[brianthesnail96]

Looking good Sir! With the pony wheel a smidge further forwards that'll be spot on.

 

[DavidLJ]

Agreed - just slightly forward Mike would look more balanced (if you can of course move it)

 

[GHWood]

Yeah the intention is to move the pony wheels up about a quarter to half an inch, the front plate of the frames prevents this at the moment, but it will be done after some alteration to the plate.
I'm just trying out some ideas for frame spacers that I can hang the trucks off now... watch this space!

 

[GHWood]

Almost there now

 

[dgt]

Truly transformed. An excellent job; no less than I anticipated however. ;-)


Dave

 

[Neil Robinson]

One fine looking, well balanced loco.
Officially jealous.

 

[GHWood]

Well after a couple of weeks tweaking things, "Finn" finally passed out fit for passenger traffic . Seen here with the two ex Manx Northern Hurst/Nelson coaches.
That conludes this topic I guess Thanks for taking an interest.