Difference Roundhouse Argyll vs. Atlantic?

And here is my new Argyll! Ok, I must have misunderstood something, because the loco was in fact used. But is in very good shape, and has a lot of enhancements installed! I am very pleased!
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Beautiful locomotive. You absolutely can't go wrong with a Roundhouse.
You are also smart to buy the one you really wanted.
I have three Roundhouse locos, and they all "run like a Roundhouse!"

p.s. We need some more pics, and some videos when you fire her up.
 
Thank you for those kind words! The mechanics on the engine is even more sturdier than I thought before I saw it. And the weight....! Beeing used to N and HO -scale this is a completely different world.
I will show more pics and video when it has been steamed up. Perhaps this weekend. I have no railway to run it on, but could of course lay som tracks, so we can se it move. The only thing it's missing is a chuffer. So I think I must contact Chris, and purchase one from him. A whistle would do no harm either.... :)
 
hornbeam said:
Wow some serious damage , we're u left out of pocket on that?
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No. I went and had a look at it because Matt ('Brianthesnail' on here) was thinking of buying it and it was local to me.
Needless to say - he didn't buy.
 
^ Yes, it looks familiar!

To be fair it was advertised as a restoration project- but it didn't sound as bad as it looked, and it certainly wasn't priced accordingly.

I very much like the Colonial look of RuneK's new aquisition, that's very nice indeed. And it's not in the horrible C&M green either which is a bonus (I have a car that colour!)...

It's most definitely the one I would have gone for of the two.
 
Hi Rune
Well that looks like a very nice loco - I do like the cow catcher and Westinghouse pump. The lining looks like tape so is easily changed if you wish.You must be well pleased:)
Regarding fitting a Chuffer, have a look under the front of the loco to see if you can get at the two screws holding the smokebox to the footplate. If you can, then it is an easy job to remove the smokebox. If you can't get at them, it is a bit more difficult. We may need to take the discussion off list for that, so you might like to send me a PM.
Cheers
Chris
 
I think I can get to the two screws. In fact, they seem pretty easy to undo. So then I have some buisniss to do with you Chris. We'll look into that later. :)
So fitting a chuffer and paint the smokebox matt black is amongst the first tings I will do. I am more uncertain about the cow catcher then. I will know if it was fitted to the prototype, or a similar engines, before I decides if it can stay. The lining will be changed for the one from Locolines. The RC will most likely be changed for a modern 2.4 ghz, as I get the impression that it is the thing to do. But I don't know why, so if anybody could tell me if there is som advantages doing this I would appreciate it. The Westinghouse pump is definitely going to stay! A really nice touch, I find.
Here are som more photos:
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-Rune
 
RuneK said:
I am more uncertain about the cow catcher then. I will know if it was fitted to the prototype, or a similar engines, before I decides if it can stay. The Westinghouse pump is definitely going to stay! A really nice touch, I find.
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As this pic shows, the cowcatcher is not prototypical, and neither, it appears, is the air pump.
In this view anyway.
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So nice that you have a photo of the engine in use! I will have to imagine the loco's been modified after the picture was taken then, 'cause the pump stays. :)
But the cow cathcer is most likely to be removed. I don't know, but perhaps the previous owner has had Norwegian narrow gauge on his mind when he made these modifications. With an 0-6-2 he was doing it totally wrong, because I can't find any loco in Norway with that configuration. But with the headlamp an cow catcher it would indeed look like it could have ran here.
 
Nice loco Rune! Congratulations!
In answer to your question about 2.4GHz versus 40MHz, there are three main advantages as far as I'm concerned.
You don't need to worry about anybody else also using 2.4GHz. The systems don't interfere because, in effect, they automatically choose different frequencies, whereas you need to make sure you have different frequency crystals when using 40MHz.
The aerial on the transmitter won't poke anyone's eye out because it's only a few inches long (15cm or so).
And perhaps most importantly, 2.4GHz isn't prone to "glitching" like 40MHz. It seems to be more of a problem with tender locos but it can be a nuisance with any loco.
Best wishes,
Steve
 
Ok Steve, -so there is in fact som good reasons to change the system. I will have that done later on then, before attending any meetings or steam-ups. Alone in my garden i can't do much wrong though.:)

-Rune
 
Congratulations on your purchase Rune, I'm sure she will bring you years of enjoyment. It is worth noting that Barclays exported locomotives all over the world, so the cow-catcher, pump & headlight are not inappropriate, if you like them, you keep them she's your loco !:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
 
Hi Rune
It's funny, but I liked the cow catcher because it looked more Norwegian :D

Locolines are no longer in business and I would only recommend transfers if you are going to seal them with varnish of some kind. I followed the recommendations and didn't seal mine - and they are beginning to peel. They will probably all have to come off :(

Have fun!
Cheers
Chris
 
I better find the paintbrush and lay the lines myself then. How hard can it be...? :confused:
Not on the top of the to do list anyway.
First I must steam her up. Thats on the list for today! Or tomorrow... First timer ever for me. But I have seen the video you made with Bertie, Chris, so I think I'll manage to do it right. Oil, steamoil, water, gas. Watch the steam, and turn the gas down. Open regulator! :)

-Rune
 
Today I steamed up the Argyll. It ran smooth!
The pressure gauge did not work, but that is most likely an easy fix.
 
RuneK said:
Today I steamed up the Argyll. It ran smooth!
The pressure gauge did not work, but that is most likely an easy fix.
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Good news (apart from the gauge).
I seem to remember being told the following, so it's very probably true.
Loco pressure gauges are relatively delicate, they like to work on air and may be damaged with water or steam.
This is the reason for the U tube between gauge and boiler.
The water is provided by the first charge of steam condensing in the initially cold tube, the air is already in the tube.
The steam pressure compresses the air via the water and the air operates the gauge.

If you find you need to replace the gauge I suggest you ensure that there is air rather than water in at least the part of the U tube nearest the gauge when fitting the new gauge. Also make the joint steam tight.

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Thanks for the tip. I will bring it to the dealer. He's a nice man, and I guess he'll fix it.
 
Before replacing the gauge I would ensure that the swan-neck is clear. They have a very small bore and can clog. Remove the pipe from the boiler header, and the gauge, and blow through (both ends if required).
If blocked, try a little citric acid (or similar) to see if it will clear or try to push some fuse wire through. The biggest killer of gauges is actually freezing of water that has got as far as the bourdon tube inside.
 
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