Building Laser cut kits and dioramas

Discussion in 'Workshop Benches' started by Steve Fay, Jan 11, 2016.

  1. SMR CHRIS

    SMR CHRIS Staff Member Moderator

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    Great photo Steve :thumbup:
     
  2. Gary

    Gary Wants more time for modelling.... Staff Member Administrator

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    Totally agree with Chris, top photo Steve. :thumbs::thumbs::thumbs:

    The grass doesn't look as yellow as in previous pics, which to me, makes the scene look a lot more realistic. The variation in ground coverings and the variation in colour is very, very nice.

    Cheers, Gary.
     
  3. Steve Fay

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    This one was taken in natural light which makes all the difference. I will change the bulbs over to daylight ones at some point.
     
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    Gary Wants more time for modelling.... Staff Member Administrator

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    There is a lot to be said about that big yellow thing burning in the sky ! More natural light pics please ! :thumbup:

    Cheers, Gary.
     
  5. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    Looks a lot more natural in daylight. :thumbs:
    good stuff
    toto
     
  6. Steve Fay

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    Forgot this one !!

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  7. Steve Fay

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    Falcon out on a Sunday express

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  8. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    A real muscle machine . :avatar:
    great photos :thumbs:
     
  9. paul_l

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    Saved the best till last - you tease.
    Lovely picture of a superb set of models - even if it is a GWR scene :avatar:

    Paul

    PS took me so long to post you slipped another excellant pic in.
     
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    Congrats on Pic of the Week, an great picture of a wonderful model

    Paul
     
  11. Steve Fay

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    Thanks Paul, much appreciated
    Steve
     
  12. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    fantastic image Steve. Well deserved.
    cheers
    toto
     
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    As above, well done Steve.
     
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    Super work Steve.

    Did you fettle the sleeper spacing out to match the prototype? They look different to me but it might just be the camera angle.

    Marty
     
  15. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    Hi Steve,

    What is your sleeper spacing working out at?

    When adjusting the spacing, does the track lose any notable amount of strength ?

    Cheers

    Toto
     
  16. Steve Fay

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    I respace to match C&L flexi track. I'm not sure what the measurements are but I can find out. It does make a difference visually
    Steve
     
  17. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    Cheers Steve.

    Is the track still robust enough when handling after the spacing. Especially if introducing a flex in it. No loss of gauge ?

    Cheers

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  18. Steve Fay

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    No loss of gauge, it can be a bit of a fiddle, but not enough to stop me from doing it. If it's straight track then a little drop of super glue will hold the sleeper on place. Once you've added your curve tap a few pins against the rail to hold it in place then space all the sleepers to suit, you can add a small drop of super glue along side the sleeper so it holds firm to the board.
     
  19. Toto

    Toto I'm best ignored Staff Member Founder Administrator

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    Thanks for that Steve. I'll see how brave I feel nearer the time. Doesn't sound too bad though.

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  20. Gary

    Gary Wants more time for modelling.... Staff Member Administrator

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    Excellent Steve. :thumbs::thumbs::thumbs:

    I can certainly see why your image has been chosen as 'Pic of the Week'. Congratulations. :tophat:

    Cheers, Gary.
     

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