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... for a foot. Albion alloys is £4 for 4 foot for 0.25", I agree that's a bit steep- but then we don't need huge amounts and at least it is easy to get hold of. Just looking at Brian's site, the PCB is about 1/4 the price but I would still use the brass even if I had to buy it! One thought- it might be worth contacting a few of the etched kit suppliers (or even builders) to see if they have fret waste to "give" away- especially those who do 7mm coach kits- I am fairly sure the stuff I am using came from a 7mm Comet Models kit I built about 25 years ago! Best Wishes, H posted: 6 Dec 2010 22:18 from: Richard Spratt JFS wrote: One thought- it might be worth contacting a few of the etched kit suppliers (or even builders) to see if they have fret waste to "give" away- especially those who do 7mm coach kits- I am fairly sure the ...
... that match together. In 7mm either FB or BH Individulay offers all you need to make plain track or turnouts( assuming you are happy to chop and bodge the crossing/wing rail chairs). I think the 7mm range was introduced to allow users of the Peco RTR turnouts more option in track design but I am unsure if the chair designs are the same? Back to 4mm...the rail used in the Peco 75BH isn't a standard profile as the rail foot is much deeper than C&L's version to give, presumably, more strength to the chair/rail interface. If they sold this as is it wouldn't fit the C&L /Exactoscale chairs. Peco 75BH rail is also skinny on head width as many are( but not C&L's) Rob posted: 26 Jan 2018 01:05 from: Martin Wynne Rob Manchester wrote: Back to 4mm...the rail used in the Peco 75BH isn't a standard profile as the rail foot is much deeper than C&L's version to give, presumably, ...
... template by doing the following, Press the F4 key, to change the overall length of the turnout. Then shorten the turnout right up to the switch blade end of planning mark, you should then be only left with the switch blades.( the reason for doing this with your custom turnout is, to ensure you have the correct planning deflection angle [American or any other] of each of the four switches required by the slip you wish to make). 5. You can now save this switch blade template and give it a suitable name. 6. You can now follow the guide instructions from 3.0005.1 onwards for all four switch blades, using the one you just stored and saved, and then add the slip roads as described later in the guide. style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: #f8fcff" I'm sorry it's a little late now, but if you need further instructions, post a message, and I will try and help you tomorrow afternoon when I get home. By the way, just had a quick look at your ...
... a sort of 'brass rubbing' with a roll of paper, fastened so that it won't move, then rubbing with a wax crayon. Then scan it. posted: 7 Feb 2009 00:32 from: Nigel Brown I'd suggest doing a quick "survey" of the existing track. You're obviously going have to rip some up. Work out at what points you want the ends of the ripped out bit to be. Take one of the two points and lay a straight edge at a tangent to the rail. This gives you the direction of that rail and can also act as the X axis. Take another straight edge and place it perpendicular to the first edge so that it passes through the second point. That enables you to measure the relative X,Y co-ordinates of the second point. Now move the second straight edge so that it is tangential to the rail at the second point and so that it crosses the first straight edge. You can now measure the angle between the tangents. This gives you enough information to go ...
... it doesn't need to be ultra-slick. But I agree the present function is frustratingly cumbersome. In 074b there was a function to swap the peg on a background template to the opposite end, but it seems to have got lost in 091c. Even then it was a nuisance to remember to do it first. I will add a sub-menu to put the notch under any peg position on a background template, similar to the existing sub-menu on snap the control template onto background template. Thanks Paul for giving me a prod. regards, Martin. posted: 7 Oct 2010 19:39 from: Paul Boyd Hi Martin I'm glad it's not just me! You're right- it isn't something that's done often, which is why I have to remember how it works each time. I'll actually be doing the "Shift group onto notch" function on track that's already laid- I'm moving the station "throat" a foot to the right to give a longer platform, but I decided to do this five years after building the ...
... and polyline entities, and all blocks must be exploded in your CAD's DXF save options. Go to main> background shapes menu item: 2_081736_410000000.png Select the dxf import options tab and then click the import dxf... button. In practice, most users find it preferable to import a raster image as a picture shape instead of using the DXF import. To do that, I suggest first saving in the WMF metafile vector format from your CAD. Most photo editor programs such as PaintShopPro will then open WMF files, and give you the option to set the image size. If you set a largish size, say 4000 pixels wide, you will have a good high-res image to work from. Save it from your photo editor in Windows BMP format, into your Templot SHAPE-FILES folder. (Make sure the file name is not more than 40 characters.) If you post here again and attach your WMF file, and say which scale/gauge you are using, we can make more specific suggestions about the best image size ...
... scissors crossing as originally conceived needs to be adjusted. I've spent the best part of a day trying to make the necessary adjustments, but with no success, so once again I'm appealing for help from the more enlightened among you to come to the rescue. The attached plan shows what I'm trying to achieve, the crossover at present being represented by two straight rails each connecting a pair of the diagonally opposite points. Can anyone out there, who fully understands what's involved, please come to my rescue and do what's needed to give me what I'm aiming for, or as close to what I'm aiming for as possible? Many thanks, in anticipation of someone saving my sanity! Regards, Dave Yates Attachment: attach_1417_1901_Staircliffe_Excha nge_Sidings_v14_05-04-12_Dev) .box 414 posted: 6 Apr 2012 00:41 from: Tony W Hi David. Not an easy one to solve as you are trying to combine a constant radius curve one side of the diamond with a transition curve on the other, however I think this may work, but the timbering will ...
... topic: 1096 Just have to give kudos to Martin posted: 5 Apr 2010 05:40 from: BruceNordstrand Well, I have finally got the hang of things and am now going great guns on Templot. So far I have completed all the levels on my new RR- the town, staging, lower branch level and upper branch level. I have mastered (so to speak) the various transition options including playing with 1st and 2nd transition zones and the basics of track laying onto background scans. I probably do it a little differently than most in as much as I lay out curves and straights first and then insert turnouts where required. Still haven't confidently got to grips with the whole notch and peg thing yet, just use the basics. So a big kudos to Martin for writing Templot, it has finally succumbed to my whims and allowed me to visually see my track full size plus have a fantastic base to build upon- no more fixed number straight turnouts where they aren't welcome! Cheers Bruce posted: 5 Apr 2010 11: ...
... topic: 1417 Action- mouse-geometry: dropdown menus give incorrect operations screens posted: 13 Mar 2011 00:47 from: Brian Nicholls Hi Martin, I think I've found a fault in Templot 0.91c. The suspect fault manifests it's self in the below described way. With a turnout template on screen and in control, whilst using the long winded method of dropdown menus( not using shortcut keys) to adjust the length of the turnout I found the following results: 1. When I selected,< action>< mouse actions: geometry>< adjust plain-track length (F4)> This came back with an F3 Approach Length screen, and adjusted the approach length of the template. 2. When I selected,< action>< mouse actions: geometry>< adjust approach length (F3)> This came back correctly with an F3 Approach Length screen, and adjusted the approach length of the template. 1. When I selected,< action>< mouse actions: geometry>< adjust overall turnout length (F4 ...
... you posted! Cheers, Alex originally dated: 2008-03-11 00:12:43____ from: Paul Boyd Looks like an interesting project. I lived in Bristol for most of my life until I managed to escape, and I think it's a shame and somewhat ironic that the old station is just a car park now. As far as track spacing goes, this was originally built with broad gauge, and I vaguely remember seeing an engraving that shows four broad gauge tracks, so that should give you an idea. originally dated: 2008-03-11 10:12:13____ from: Nigel Brown Paul Boyd wrote: As far as track spacing goes, this was originally built with broad gauge, and I vaguely remember seeing an engraving that shows four broad gauge tracks, so that should give you an idea. For an engraving of its original state, see:- http://www.nrm.org.uk/exhibitions/bourne/gwr.asp It's possible that there are other relevant Bourne works. Nigel ...
... DerekStuart Hello Martin Thanks for both posts. Opinion on languages is, as usual, divisive, but it seems that Pascal and its derivatives are generally well respected. As it's something where I can easily look at existing code, it seems logical to stick with it. I've just opened learndelphi.org and immediately found a good looking beginners guide in PDF- exactly what I was looking for (I've also ordered a couple of books from Waterstones too). Progress is slow, I'm afraid, but when I get something to work it gives a sense of achievement that I must admit is a little addictive. Thanks Derek posted: 16 Feb 2020 15:01 from: Martin Wynne DerekStuart wrote: Progress is slow, I'm afraid, but when I get something to work it gives a sense of achievement that I must admit is a little addictive. Hi Derek, I agree. It can be very slow at the start because there is almost too much to take in, and you have nothing but a blank screen in front of you. I had the ...
... 2ft narrow gauge to the interior built around 1908. Also I had a hand in building the extension to the platform, as an apprentice back in 1974. cheers paul posted: 13 Apr 2012 14:49 from: Roger Henry Hi Paul, A South African friend advises as follows. Tell him to join http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sar-L/ and ask there. Results are guaranteed! Regards, posted: 14 Apr 2012 03:53 from: Paul Hi Roger, Thanks for that I'll certainly give that a go. I found a lot of top sites on SAfrican rail with photos of engines and rolling stock in the Port Shepstone yards with a bit of rail detail, but nothing with dedicated track layout. Google Earth unfortunately gives a hint but not good enough an impression of the track layout at their largest scale for much detail. Have you done anything on Queensland's mixed 3ft6' and 2ft rail? cheers paul posted: 14 Apr 2012 13:34 from: Roger Henry Hi Paul, You are welcome. I ...
133. Bending jig designs
... possibly have limitless formers for the presses? Derek posted: 22 Oct 2020 21:02 from: Julian Roberts Hi Derek I'm wondering whether you're aiming for an unattainable perfection and whether it is the curve of the wing rails that is causing a problem. Here are mine for a 1 in 10 crossing. I bent them around some round nose pliers, that incidentally taper- each is a cone- not that I'm interested in trying to get rail inclination. I think they may be far from ideal but testing with a wagon gives nice sweet running. Surely it's the alignment that matters most for the running, and level? The latter can be crudely fixed after construction with a big file over the whole area. However apologies if I'm actually considerably under-qualified to make this suggestion. Anyway this photo is from my crossing making blog. I will give the link in an edit. http://www.scalefour.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t =7028 3591_221549_460000000.jpg Last edited on 22 Oct 2020 21:07 by Julian Roberts posted: 22 Oct 2020 ...
... one of the big software houses." Which wounded me to the heart at the time, but I have managed to struggle on. Martin. posted: 26 Oct 2015 22:14 from: DerekStuart You are a good sport. A higher force sent to punish me? Hmmm... you mean one that tells you after countless hours of designing a location with REA turnouts that you probably should have loose heeled "standard" turnouts instead? THAT is punishment from a higher force. As for vees- I normally give a couple of vees to certain posts in 'the other place' each day. Derek Godfrey Earnshaw wrote: Hi Derek, I didn't see your comment, I am disappointed, I wanted something to be offended by. Unfortunately I am not offended by anything much I love banter, I love argument but tend to reserve my arguments for people I consider to be worthy i.e they can see clearly and merely hold a different opinion to me. If you have committed a sin then you will be punished by forces greater than mine ...
... or two very-very-faint lines forming part of the frame (normally just two of the adjacent frame sides), and the other two are not sufficiently visible enough to measure and calibrate. Hi Debs, Welcome to Templot Club. I think you must have the printer set to photo resolution, which is too high for printing track templates. Change "best highest dpi" to something lower, probably called "ordinary" or "normal" or "text" or "graphics" or some such. About 600dpi gives the best results from Templot, and 300dpi is perfectly adequate for track templates. Even the "draft/economy" setting may give usable results and save on ink. Make sure also that any page scaling is set to "none" or 100%, and is not set to "fit to paper" or any other "fit" option. Many beginners settle for using the printer uncalibrated while learning Templot, to avoid getting bogged down in the calibration process too soon. regards, Martin. posted: 12 Jan ...
136. Route control
... system a software, running on a PC. This is what I want to avoid if possible. Martin, I have sent an email to the MERG and the answer was somewhat vague. Martin, are you a member of the MERG and do you know whether I can get a step by step instruction to assemble such a system? Or is there a reader out there who can affirm that? Regards, René. posted: 22 Nov 2007 15:55 from: Roger Henry Stupid machines?!? Every time I give the web address for the Yahoo Group "mrrelectronics" the remainder of the message vanishes. I'll try the text again. Might be best to look up the group via the Yahoo directory. Rene, You might want to contact this group. Members use and write programs for device known as PIC/AXE micro controllers. Small and economical they might do what you want. 102 routes might require a fair bit of code but the experts should be able to give advice. Membership, and advice, is free. I ...
... in slips, turnouts etc (is it practical to do so anyway?) unless the formation features very sharp radii, which certainly wouldn't be desirable, especially if you wish to run 2-8 -0's!! As for minimum curves for 00-sf, the usual rule is to apply EM standards (00-sf is EM minus 2mm) which mean a minimum of 36" (any sharper tends not to look right anyway). However, it may be possible to reduce this- it's very hard to give firm answers because other factors will affect this also, such as the side to side free play of an axle etc. HTH Brian Last edited on 22 Jan 2012 19:18 by polybear posted: 24 Jan 2012 00:30 from: PeterD Thanks for your reply Brian, PM sent. Does anyone have photos/examples of slip tie bars in use? Not the sliding pcb sleeper type as I have found these unsatisfacory. Thanks posted: 25 Jan 2012 08:41 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, I can ...
... notice I just thought it was an opportunity to simplify (my job and the code) a little. He says without ever having properly tried it. Hahahahaha- you dont NEED to try it- you KNOW this code like the back of your paw. Remember I am 40 years behind you. I will be s...l.o...w for a while. One area I definitely need some help with is TortoiseHg and the Sourceforge web site. Yes, indeed. This is an area I CAN help. Please give me a day or two. Cheers, g posted: 29 Oct 2019 04:35 from: Martin Wynne Graeme wrote: Hahahahaha- you don't NEED to try it- you KNOW this code like the back of your paw. Hi Graeme, Don't be too sure. Just because I wrote it years ago doesn't mean I can remember it now. It comes back slowly when I start working on it, but there are large chunks of code which I haven't looked at for years. Many thanks for your offer to ...
139. Trackwork
... and Templot for the serious detail. I've decided on using an N gauge but since I'm more interested in trackwork than rolling stock I am having difficulty making a decision between code 55 and 40 and whether to go for finescale or not. I hope that someone is able to either answer, or provide some advice regarding the following questions:- 1) Assuming stock is not rewheeled with fine scale (2mm society or 2fs etc) but is 'standard off the peg' N gauge stock; then is code 40 track at 9mm give enough depth to the wheel rims or must one use code 55 to avoid derailment. 2) Other than joining the 2mm society to obtain their bespoke kit are there any other sources for code 55 or 40 rail, sleepers etc. in the UK. as I would prefer to avoid importing directly from the US. thanks in advance Dave posted: 8 Jun 2010 08:33 from: Jim Guthrie dave turner wrote: I've decided on using an N gauge but since I'm more interested in trackwork than rolling stock I am ...
... to 0.8mm? See also the EM-SF option in the Templot gauge list. The EMGS published standard could do with updating to reflect the different back-to-backs for different wheel profiles (flange thicknesses): Gibson, Ultrascale, etc.: 16.6mm Romford/Markits: 16.5mm RTR (NMRA 110): 16.4mm (not for EM-SF) cheers, Martin. Hi Martin. This is where the EM standards are confusing in my view. I have two booklets on EM track standards. The earlier one gives the gauge as 18.0mm, BB as 16.5mm and flangeways as 1.0mm. The later one gives the track gauge as 18.2mm, but the other dimensions are the same. So the answer to your question is no, it remains at 17.0mm with 1.0mm flangeways. The person who I build that track for has a lot of locos with Romford wheels. Regards Tony. posted: 28 Jun 2020 18:45 from: Martin Wynne Tony W wrote: I have two booklets on EM track standards. The earlier one gives the gauge ...
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