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61. Ballast
... topic: 1529 Ballast posted: 9 Jun 2011 17:23 from: Stephen Freeman I have found a new ballast, for 4mm scale, which I am now pleased to offer. Full details are on my website but briefly the main advantages are: 142_280337_260000000.jpg Upper photo the ballast has been glued down and coloured. Briefly the method used was the normal pre-spray with water and a drop of detergent followed by diluted PVA applied with a dropper. Once dry the process was repeated but instead of PVA, diluted water soluble paint was used. Lower photo shows raw ballast but the colour doesn't quite look like the actual colour, which is to my eyes a slightly off-white creamy colour. 142_280338_550000000.jpg 1) It actually looks like ballast 2) When you glue it down using the method of pre-wetting with a spray of water with a drop of washing-up liquid and dropping your chosen glue on by dropper, be it diluted PVA or Latex glue, once dried, the colour is unaffected. 3) It is quite pale ...
62. Notch
... have tried three or four times even to putting the switch in the stock rail and then trying to put the other switch in the closure. Is this a glitch or am I doing something wrong as I am not giving any commands to move the notch except when it has appeared and I have moved it to the datum, to be out of the way. I attach a screen shot of what I end up with. Happy New Year Phil Attachment: attach_448_675_Catch_point.PNG 385 posted: 2 Jan 2009 00:54 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, I'll have a look at the book tomorrow, to see what you are trying to achieve but I think you need to be doing something differently. Basically the easiest way to locate anything at in Templot is to put the peg exactly where you want it and then Notch under peg. Then you can use shift onto notch. Phil O wrote: Hi Matin I am using Templot Ver 0.91c with windows XP. I am currently try to put a set of catch points on the stock rail of a a turnout ...
... If I did, I can't now find it. There original list is on this page: http://templot.com/martweb/gs_geometry.htm about half-way down at: http://templot.com/martweb/gs_geometry.htm#peg_positions Most of the other menu items at geometry> peg positions> should be self-explanatory, but if not just ask here for more explanation. Here are a couple of diagrams from old posts: basic_peg_positions_1220x572.png 2_180708_290000000.png cheers, Martin. posted: 1 Apr 2020 12:17 from: Stephen Freeman Nothing to do with this but it would be useful to be able to put the peg on the radius centre for turntables, unless of course I have missed something (probable) posted: 1 Apr 2020 12:19 from: Stephen Freeman not explained myself properly. You can put the peg and notch on a mid-point but then you have to align the turntable circle on it. posted: 1 Apr 2020 12:57 from: Martin Wynne Stephen Freeman wrote: Nothing to do with this but it would ...
... then i cannot make a transition anyway, so whats best in these cases? The "shift and join" function will always produces perfectly aligned joins between track sections regardless of their radius, no transition curve involved. The radius changes instantly at the joint. Transition curves between track sections of differing radii are optional and in sidings unlikely to be used. They would be found in running lines and Phil O has already commented on how to produce them. Regards Tony. posted: 1 Apr 2020 12:25 from: Stephen Freeman shift and join is always best but what's the preferred method where it is not possible. I am thinking of situations where you are completing a continuous track- you can only shift and join one end? Mark one eyeball plus magnification? Last edited on 1 Apr 2020 12:26 by Stephen Freeman posted: 1 Apr 2020 13:54 from: Martin Wynne Stephen Freeman wrote: shift and join is always best but what's the preferred method where it is not possible. I am thinking of situations where you are completing ...
... topic: 3450 Timber\sleeper length settings posted: 9 Jul 2019 21:14 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, Anybody know if there is away to change the length of multiple templates from 8ft 6ins to 9ft, or indeed alter the default? posted: 9 Jul 2019 21:25 from: Rob Manchester Stephen Freeman wrote: Hi, Anybody know if there is away to change the length of multiple templates from 8ft 6ins to 9ft, or indeed alter the default? You can change the length of multiple template sleepering by using the Real->Timbering->Modify group to match menu option having made any settings you want. Rob posted: 9 Jul 2019 21:29 from: Martin Wynne Thanks Rob: 2_091627_180000000.png Martin. posted: 9 Jul 2019 21:34 from: Martin Wynne Stephen Freeman wrote: Hi, Anybody know if there is away to change the length of multiple templates from 8ft 6ins to 9ft, or indeed alter the default? Hi Stephen, To start with something other than a default you can: 1. ...
... topic: 1008 Laser Cut Timbering again posted: 10 Jan 2010 06:48 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, Can anybody tell me what the maximum thickness of wood you can cut? I'm looking for around 4mm thickness. Also please, what is the size limitation on panels? Really big project, if it comes off. posted: 10 Jan 2010 11:03 from: Alan Turner If you look on York Modelmaking's web site here: http://www.yorkmodelmaking.com/bespoke.html there is a FAQ which gives details of materials and sizes. the max size seems to be 600 x 900. Alan posted: 10 Jan 2010 16:00 from: Phil O Borg-Rail wrote: Hi, Can anybody tell me what the maximum thickness of wood you can cut? I'm looking for around 4mm thickness. Hi Stephen I think that I asked Brian Lewis this question when he first annouced that he was doing laser cutting (although I now cannot find it), I think that the max was about 6mm, but don't quote me as I ...
67. Templot new user
... to achieve in Templot. And also, according to my copy of "British Railway Track", the spacing can depend on track radius, whether water troughs are fitted, In tunnels longer than 1/4 mile or on soft formation. I dare say the last two situations are a bit academic for us modellers since I'm not sure how you model a soft formation- insulation board baseboard top?- and you'll not see the sleepers in a tunnel. Jim. posted: 9 Apr 2010 06:02 from: Stephen Freeman The problem with 0-XF is that there is very little play available, even if your track-building is to the highest standard, you will still have a problem if your radii are too small, in which case you need to widen the gauge up to 32mm depending on the curve! Standard 0-F apart from not looking that good also gives less than perfect running, especially on larger radius turnouts. All of this has of course been discussed at length before, have a look at Jim Snowden's article ...
68. Access violation
... topic: 3424 Access violation posted: 1 May 2019 10:50 from: Stephen Freeman Hi Martin, Think I know how it happened but here is the error message "Access Violation Address 00402CF9 in module templot_2.exe Write of address 38B1305C. Happened when trying to save sketchboard file on closing Templot but had already closed the sketchboard file (I think). You might want to trap this somehow. I have managed to repeat the error. OS Windows 7 64bit Stephen Last edited on 1 May 2019 14:12 by Stephen Freeman posted: 1 May 2019 19:32 from: Martin Wynne Hi Stephen, Thanks for reporting this. Unfortunately I haven't been able to reproduce it here. But you say you can reproduce it, so it should be fixable if you can give a detailed recipe of exactly what steps cause it. Thanks. Are you saving files locally, or to a network drive, or a synchronised or cloud-based folder? cheers, Martin. posted: 2 May 2019 16:03 from: Stephen Freeman As I said ...
... might find the etching process viable. Another method I could have used myself was to set up a flat sheet in my horizontal mill and use a slitting saw to cut as many strips as I required, and that might be a way to go if a small amount is required. At the moment I just draw file the soft brass boiler band strip which gives me what I want, and takes a lot less time than setting up a milling machine. Jim. posted: 7 Dec 2010 15:18 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, Slightly thicker than you want but could have one side etched off is this 0.79mm PCB Stephen Last edited on 7 Dec 2010 15:19 by Stephen Freeman posted: 7 Dec 2010 15:34 from: Jim Guthrie Borg-Rail wrote: Slightly thicker than you want but could have one side etched off is this 0.79mm PCB I actually did find 0.7mm PCB on the web but the suppliers seemed to be based in China and I reckon that they probably preferred to sell acres of the product rather than a few ...
70. Scissors
... crossing angles, are you following prototype plan? Regards Raymond Hi Raymond, The different crossing angles allow the trackwork to be designed so that the curves flow more smoothly through the scissors and to maintain curving radii above a 6' minimum. I was also conscious of not wanting stock to lurch through the crossing. On the prototype, there were many instances of pointwork being designed and built to fit a specific location when "stock" parts wouldn't fit or suffice. Ian posted: 29 Mar 2011 11:17 from: Stephen Freeman There do as Les says, appear to be some redundant check rails. The diamond vees are perhaps a little too opposite to the turnout vees, which could result in a 'double drop' best to be offset a little. posted: 29 Mar 2011 13:17 from: Raymond I'll take another look at them but the check rails are present in GWR practice so need to be present on the model. They are made up from multiple templates and fitted by eye so the centre lines may well look off. Regards ...
... 112517-cl-finescale-%E2%80%93-owner-pete-llewellyn-to-stand-down/ As much as I like 'the other place' and have a genuinely high regard for its originator/admin, I do avoid RMVV lest the thread should end up at a debate about supra-National organisations of a European location or hotel owners turned President. (or perhaps the political arguments ended when I left- that's more likely) posted: 12 Mar 2017 14:29 from: Stephen Freeman I think we have a bit more detail. In Pete's statements, he tells that as there won't be retail premises, PECO etc will not be supplied, other than what stock is transferred. He also says that he has a detailed knowledge of both C&L and Exactoscale ranges and has been a modeller for many years. Also the exhibition stand wll be continuing. Speculate if you wish, probably not helpful, I too have had a little bet with myself on who it might be but I am probably totally ...
... one thing, people can get reasonable quality printer/scanners at dirt cheap prices. So, actual use may become more selective, but they're still useful. Having said that, the ability to print out large chunks of a Templot plan on a large format printer has attractions. Nigel posted: 7 Mar 2019 20:54 from: Phil O My Epson 1290 A3 printer died last year after, who knows how long and was replaced by a Canon A3. Phil posted: 7 Mar 2019 21:08 from: Stephen Freeman I am afraid I have multiple printers. Roland A3 plotter, A4 laser printer, Epson wireless WF2010 inkjet and 1290, though I have to nurse the latter along. Phil how did yours stop working? There are couple of things you could have tried if it was to do with the ink supply malfunctioning or error messages. Epson have abuilt in obsolensce counter which can be defeated with a trick or two, Nozzles can be cleaned. posted: 7 Mar 2019 21:22 from: Phil O Hi Stephen. The ...
73. Chairs
... topic: 1613 Chairs posted: 31 Aug 2011 14:37 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, Has anybody made freely available an index of all the various chair types used by all the various UK Companies (i.e. 2, 3 or 4 bolt)? I realise that even a list of running rail types would be a big ask, never mind all the various specials used in pointwork. I know that some of the info is available but it is scattered around a bit to say the least. posted: 31 Aug 2011 20:32 from: Phil O Hi There are a load of photo's and drawings of all things GW on this thread which posted several years ago. here's a link to one of them topic 188 Cheers Phil posted: 6 Sep 2011 16:44 from: Ken M-T Hi If you'r a Scalefour member look at http://www.scalefour.org/resources/gwrtracknotes2.html Ken posted: 16 Sep 2011 09:54 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, Apologies for delay in replying. I am aware of all the ...
... topic: 788 Web links page updated posted: 13 Apr 2009 15:35 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, Came across this website today, Model-Track whilst googling, never heard of him before. Says he uses Templot. Anybody got any experience or comments about his stuff? posted: 13 Apr 2009 16:29 from: Martin Wynne Borg-Rail wrote: Came across this website today, Model-Track whilst googling, never heard of him before. Says he uses Templot. Anybody got any experience or comments about his stuff? Hi Stephen, Owen has been producing track bases for 2mm scale for several years. I have some samples here -- they are moulded in nylon. There is a link to Owen's site, and other track parts suppliers, on the Templot web site at: http://www.templot.com/martweb/templot_forum.htm#links regards, Martin. posted: 13 Apr 2009 18:07 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, Interesting. Apparently he also does 3mm and 00 as well. Just had a look ...
... please advise me where I am going wrong. As these new turnouts are to replace PECO ones I am restricted to space, the ones from C&L just fit. If the Templot ones are longer than 345mm they will be to big and I will have to use the C&L ones. I have had Templot now for a couple months, which has been fun in the learning curve. I hope you can help or advise me. Regards Peter Price posted: 23 Sep 2009 17:18 from: Stephen Freeman Peter Price wrote: I am after some help with a 3-Way Tandem Turnout in 00 finescale, these are to replace PECO code 75 Three Way Turnouts. I have a set of C&L templates for a B8 LH/ B6 RH Tandem Turnout, which I had intended to use until I got Templot. I have spent the last two days trying to make a B8 LH/ B6 RH Turnout with no result, I get to set the curving as in your video, but what is shown in the ...
... topic: 2696 Working 4mm scale Signal Lamps posted: 26 May 2015 13:04 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, For various reasons, I am thinking of giving up on whitemetal castings for working signal lamps and have made a start with GWR ones. They feature fitted warm white smd leds. If anybody is interested, a photo etc are on my website. They are cast from polyurethane resin. Not being able to get any MSE ones for some time, I took a look at some photos of the prototype and decided I could do better anyway. I realise of course that such an item is a very small part of the MSE empire and as such can't warrant any re-tooling. So hope you don't mind me mentioning this but thought it might be of interest. Last edited on 26 May 2015 13:06 by Stephen Freeman Parts of Templot Club may not function unless you enable JavaScript (also called Active Scripting) in your browser. Templot Club> Forums> Off track> Working 4mm scale Signal Lamps about Templot Club Templot ...
... Here is my plan for a branch line terminus station based along the lines of the Furness Railway branches to Coniston and Lakeside. I would welcome any comments on the plan. Items 16 and 40 will eventually form a double slip (if I can get my head around working with partial templates etc). There will be an island platform in the large open space with the outside left hand edge of the railway representing a Quay side location. Attachment: attach_641_926_Deck_Railway_Versio n_4.box 413 posted: 2 Sep 2009 10:18 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, Have just had a quick look. Two things strike me first off. 1) A fairly minor point but you might like to consider widening the track centres in the sidings and possibly in the curved areas (depends on the rolling stock you intend to use of course) 2) The Double Slip that you propose, will have an unworkable inner radius. You will need to have the inner curve of the slip as an Outside Slip. Bad news is that this really does involve a large number of partial ...
... bottom UK track is that Peco have discontinued the IL-115 rail which was the only one I could find that had the correct head width. Everybody elses is too skinny as I suspect they were designed for HO scale. Even the ones sold by the EM and S4 societies are wrong. If you go with the narrower head you need gauges with a correspondingly narrower slot for the rail head. I think DCC Concepts do them but I just made mine. Rob posted: 18 Dec 2019 20:01 from: Stephen Freeman Peco do code 83, which fits the Pandrol clips. I don't think other code 82 rail will fit the clips due to the foot being too wide. Currently engaged in anunusual project which is not UK related, so I don't needto worry too Much. Sorry about predictive text! Last edited on 18 Dec 2019 20:02 by Stephen Freeman posted: 19 Dec 2019 12:14 from: DerekStuart Thanks Gentlemen. I've found the page I was looking for by accident last night. topic 2800 And as a bonus ...
... it... The "Howard" named and pictured is the very same JFS referred to here The other area that you may find lots of useful advice on various subjects is Starting in P4. Almost all of the Scalefour Society Forum is viewable by non-members, should people be interested. Oh, and there is also some bloke called Martin Wynne that posts very helpfully over there on track matters. Thank you Martin! Cheers Paul Willis Scalefour Society Deputy Chairman posted: 14 Nov 2015 08:44 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, There is nothing wrong with the soldering station from Maplin, except for the bit that is fitted to the iron! Fortunately replacement sets including more useful shapes are readily available on Ebay at a very reasonable price just look for Hakko. posted: 14 Nov 2015 13:25 from: Nigel Brown A few comments about soldering technique. (1) Don't take solder directly off the stick/wire. Cut off just the amount you think you'll need; that way you can avoid excess solder floating around the job ...
... : Dave Summers Martin Wynne wrote Can I ask you all therefore to try clicking this link. It is another UltraBB forum on the same server which we would be on if we move: http://www.thesongwritersforum.com If that comes up quickly without problems, fine, no need to do anything. regards, Martin. No need to do anything? So why is my inbox filling up with lots of irrelevant 'works fine here in Bongobongo' messages? Cheers, Dave posted: 20 Jun 2009 16:17 from: Stephen Freeman No where near as fast- France- XP home- Firefox- Orange- and I'm not sure it loads properly posted: 20 Jun 2009 16:52 from: John Shelley Borg-Rail wrote: No where near as fast- France- XP home- Firefox- Orange- and I'm not sure it loads properly I think that you chose the wrong part of France, here (Gironde) it is a bit quicker than Templot. I'm using XP Home SP3, Firefox 3.0.11 and Orange. Cheers for now John ...
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