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299_paul · Posted: Thu 28 May 2009 14:44 pm Post subject:

I just received the 0-4-0 Pug and the Drewry Shunter from Dapol. They both have been excellently moulded with all parts being crisp and free from flash. I have sent for a replacement for the Pug thought as all the parts were covered in a sticky oil. At first I though it was a release agent so I tried removing it with warm soapy water, even after several attempts it didn't shift.
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feanor · Posted: Mon 15 Jun 2009 06:14 am Post subject:

Ayup All...

Gentlemen...

Start your Engines... !

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jhl1908 · Posted: Wed 17 Jun 2009 15:54 pm Post subject:

Sorry if I ask a stupid question, or poke in a wasp nest. It is not my intention in any way.
But I simply have to ask.

How come Dapol kits are accepted in a GB when the normal procedure always is “anything with an Airfix logo on and nothing else”?
Is there something I have missed, or don’t know about the Kitmaster => Airfix => Dapol relationship?

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Ratch · Posted: Wed 17 Jun 2009 16:22 pm Post subject:

When the concept of Group Builds was devised by the Admin Team, it was decided that there would be very few participants in Airfix only railway builds (due to the scarcity of Airfix boxings, and the fact that there are no railway items in the current range) and we decided to allow Dapol packaged ex-Airfix kits to allow greater participation

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jhl1908 · Posted: Wed 17 Jun 2009 16:36 pm Post subject:

That’s a fair answer, Ratch.

I have two Airfix boxed engines, the BR Mogul and the Harrow, in my stash.
But they were started, and badly so, when I got them.
Otherwise I think I would have joined with one of them, since they are really nice kits.

Happy GB to all.

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feanor · Posted: Fri 19 Jun 2009 21:37 pm Post subject:

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feanor · Posted: Sat 20 Jun 2009 21:06 pm Post subject:

Ayup Jesper...

I'll sort it in the morning. Have you any brake fluid to marinate it in overnight ? that will dis-assemble everything for you to start from scratch...
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jhl1908 · Posted: Thu 25 Jun 2009 10:56 am Post subject:

I have decided not to join.
I simply have far too many models in various states of construction at the moment.
And it wouldn’t really be fair to the rest of the group, joining with a restoration/rebuild project.

Maybe I’ll make a demo build later, when I find out what to do with my BR Mogul and Harrow.

With kind regards from Jesper.
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feanor · Posted: Thu 25 Jun 2009 12:11 pm Post subject:

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jhl1908 · Posted: Wed 08 Jul 2009 10:30 am Post subject:

Oops, sorry Feanor, I didn’t realise it was yours.

If brake fluid is safe enough, I will try to get some.
Soaked in an airtight container over night?

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feanor · Posted: Wed 08 Jul 2009 10:52 am Post subject:

Ayp Jesper...

No worries, Stuff happens.

It was Fairy Power Spray wot did the deed !

BAC stripped (and it came apart as well) his 'Golden Hind' with Brake Fluid. TBH, it scares the Bejaesus out of me, so I think I'll give it a miss myself...
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feanor · Posted: Thu 16 Jul 2009 11:56 am Post subject:

Ayup All...

And notwithstanding all those who have FINISHED ALREADY ! I think this is the bit where i say

'And Welcome to the Middle of the film...'

You know what I mean...
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feanor · Posted: Sat 15 Aug 2009 06:33 am Post subject:

Ayup All...

I'd like to say a BIG thankyou to all who've participated in, and encouraged us in this great Rail GB. All the builds have been, as ever, Fantastic. and i hope my attempt at the 'Star' didn't drop the Quality bar too far !

It's been a great experience for me, as i've never built a train before, and has taught me something about forward planning too, but has left me wanting to make another.... move over 'City of Truro'

Thanks To you all... let's do it again in the Future.

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