The Projects & Works In Progress Thread

[Stepney the 'Bluebell' Engine]

Thanks very much, they say that third times a charm for most things.

So hopefully, this WILL be the very last time any modifications are made to the model, once the last details are finalized, that will be it, no more work will be done to Arthur, he will be noted down in my books as done and dusted!

[ThomasFan247]

Ah, much better Great job as usual!

[Stepney the 'Bluebell' Engine]

Ah, much better Great job as usual!

Thank you mate, really appreciated. ^^


Now, please enjoy these photos.













Much better now that it looks more like him!

[Cupix the Azelf]

I like how you stop at absolutely NOTHING in order to achieve perfection!

[Skarloey]

Considering how far Arthur has become since you started the model, it looks great! If I was to model though, I would always have a reference shot with me. I don't really think you did, considering the footplate at first. (No offense) Great job though.

[Stepney the 'Bluebell' Engine]

Considering how far Arthur has become since you started the model, it looks great! If I was to model though, I would always have a reference shot with me. I don't really think you did, considering the footplate at first. (No offense) Great job though.

No, when i started him, i didn't use a ref pic, which was a bit silly of me, but for the final version, pictured above, a ref shot or two was used to get it right!

Thanks to everyone for the help and advice, really hope that you all enjoy my future works to come too.

[therailwayinspector]

As usual mate, a great job. I do love Arthur and I think you've captured him perfectly here.

[Stepney the 'Bluebell' Engine]

Thanks TRI. ^^

I'll have my next new project with details announced in the next coming week, currently focusing on OO stuff at the moment, but there is also a high possibility that i will be redoing my 009 Skarloey stock this year too, so stay tuned!

[Churchill8F]

The Red Coaches, known by their livery, are one of the most demanded items for OO/HO scale. Whilst neither Bachmann or Hornby are quick in making their own, I've decided to go ahead with mine.

I have about 7 Bachmann Annie/Clarabel models I purchased in bulk. The reason for doing so is conversion projects, but I fancy a rake of 3 red coaches, with two composites and one brake. Using 3D printing, I was able to make a near accurate end for the coach, which simply glues on.



It's worth noting that you have to remove the face on the donor model, but it is worth it to get a flush surface. Another thing I've yet to do is modify the roofs, but I shall do this when I have all 3 done.





Hopefully I'll have the duckets and parts for the brake arrive soon, so I can start working on it. I'm rather impressed with how they have printed, as it's far neater than I could have done with plasticard. 

Jack

[Cheeky_ULP]

I was wondering when you'd finally get to doing this. Let me know when the parts for the brake coach come in. I have some spare Annie and Clarabels I'd like to try this with.

[Cupix the Azelf]

Looking good so far, Church!

[Skarloey]

Great job on the W.I.P. coaches, Jack. I can't wait to see the finished products!

As for my modelling, I've managed to find a few reference shots for my RWS Ffarquhar station layout. and I've already started setting up a track plan. As for rolling stock, I think I will start with a RWS Thomas (Post Thomas Comes to Breakfast) by literally creating a new front for Thomas, while keeping the same hooks, lamp irons, and buffers. thankfully, the footplate is a separate piece, so while repainting it black, I won't worry about getting any on the main body shell.

[Churchill8F]

I was wondering when you'd finally get to doing this. Let me know when the parts for the brake coach come in. I have some spare Annie and Clarabels I'd like to try this with.

Looking at the parts, it should be about $20 for the parts to make 3 composite coaches and 1 brake coach. This will include the replacement roof vents and a few misc details.

Yesterday I continued working on the first one. At the moment I'm making two composites as I'm still working on the parts to make the brake end. One thing I have noticed is the new ends do stand out by a millimeter or so, but it's not too noticeable.



Not a huge difference, but still adds a bit of length to the body.

As you can see, I got the body into a coat of primer to ensure everything was flush and smooth. My biggest fear was creating something that wasn't identical to the Bachmann end, but it's extremely close.





Quite happy with how it turned out, so I cleaned a few areas and sprayed it again, making sure everything was clean and flush.







After letting it dry, I proceeded with the body paint. Whilst I did buy it for Arthur, I do have a large can of the stuff so I have plenty. Not a 100% match for the TV series, but I prefer it. Reminds me of Midland Railway livery infact.







Few shots to show how it compares to Annie & Clarabel. I've yet to paint the chassis and alter the cab roof.







Just got the other 2 to do to so I can have a rake, then I'll have a nice bespoke set of coaches. Currently working on the other composite, and I should have the brake end done soon.

Any comments, questions and criticism are welcomed!

As for my modelling, I've managed to find a few reference shots for my RWS Ffarquhar station layout. and I've already started setting up a track plan. As for rolling stock, I think I will start with a RWS Thomas (Post Thomas Comes to Breakfast) by literally creating a new front for Thomas, while keeping the same hooks, lamp irons, and buffers. thankfully, the footplate is a separate piece, so while repainting it black, I won't worry about getting any on the main body shell.

Looking forward to seeing it. I started RWS modelling a few years back, but doing the Television Series is my true love.

Jack

[RW James]

Looks good Jack. Are you going to paint the frame and roof?

Looking forward to the brake coach - are you going to make the extended bay in the back?

[DinoNTrains]

Well done on the coaches, Jack!