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Re: Derby Lightweight single

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fairlie wrote:Very nice, buffers look a little bit big though. :o
I'm not so sure; compare them to Chris Iveson's (Rather good) 'O' gauge model. They do stick out a long way.

On second thoughts, maybe I should shave a couple of inches off the diameter. Then I'll get around to releasing it!
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Buffers definately look like they come too far out.

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There comes a time when one has to stop tinkering and bite the bullet: such a time has come:

 Click to view more informationDerby Lightweight single unit [2224395 bytes] - MCLW_DerbyLW_M77990_V1_1.zip
File ID: 18250 Date: 11 Feb 2008 - 1241 Downloads


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morpethcurve wrote:There comes a time when one has to stop tinkering and bite the bullet: such a time has come:



Enjoy!
I'm enjoying it very much :P ........many thanks

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jbilton wrote:...are repaints allowed ?
Yes, but be aware, I am currently upgrading the model based on feedback I am receiving from the Mideast Plus guys and the units I am building for them.
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morpethcurve wrote:
jbilton wrote:...are repaints allowed ?
Yes, but be aware, I am currently upgrading the model based on feedback I am receiving from the Mideast Plus guys and the units I am building for them.
Thanks Chris.........all very WIP atm....... but your models are great. :P



















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Very nice. Carry on!
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Jon I seem to remember that some time ago you had some nice green first generation DMUs of your own under development. Whatever happened to those ?

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I agree with the above...i'm sure i've seen a 120, 123 etc by you Jon....would be nice to have a further nosey!

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Hi
I'm afraid they became unfinished projects.
The 123/126 were based on TimCs excellent 124, which required a few shape alterations.
The Class 120 looks a little crude in todays MSTS standard, and was based on the original DMU I believe by James Hunt, so might be difficult to obtain permissions.......although I might give it a go.
Jason Clarke was building a very nice class 120 at one time.
Personally I'd really love to see a class 114 Derby heavyweight set, as these were Lincoln based.
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morpethcurve wrote:Very nice. Carry on!
Thanks Chris.

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Here are a few shots of a DMCL-DMBS twin Power set I am working on, primarily for Mid East Plus, but later for general release too. It is in an experimental early rail blue livery, with only partial yellow ends. As you can see, I've added a lot more detail to the ends, with jumper connections, brake pipes, headlamps and improved buffers all evident. There are a few improvements under the hood too, with a slightly increased acceleration from standing (Corrected the weight of the unit, the original was far too heavy. These additions will be carried over to the existing single car unit in good time.




I think I'll make the front windows just a smidgen taller, and that should be it sorted then.
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Hi Chris
They look brilliant........I'm a big fan of early BR blue.
Do the doors still operate ?.........I rather liked that little nice touch.
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Re: Derby Lightweight single

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Chris,

I'm going to have to write an act for MEP that has that in - looks stunning! :D
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Re: Derby Lightweight single

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Just a quick note: The updated versions are in the system awaiting approval. They will overwrite the old versions, but not change any filenames.

 Click to view more informationDerby Lightweight single unit [2224395 bytes] - MCLW_DerbyLW_M77990_V1_1.zip
File ID: 18250 Date: 11 Feb 2008 - 1241 Downloads


Power Twin version (DMBS+DMCL) to follow very soon...

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