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25th November 2014, 05:40 PM #1GOLD MEMBER
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LMR 57 Lion (Titfield Thunderbolt)
Hi All,
Well I am back. Doctors and Physio say I can't work on the patio tiling, so it is back to the shed.
In 1838 the 0-4-2 locomotive was built - designed for hauling freight. The locomotive was used in the 1953 comedy film - "Titfield Thunderbolt".
This will be a similar size build to the Trevithick 1804 locomotive "Peny-Darren" - approx 1/5 th original scale.
Have purchased some drawings from the UK, although not exactly what I wanted, I will be drawing up all my components as I go.
Looking forward to this build, after my accident it makes you appreciate being able to relax and get out and do things you really want to do.
I reckon this will take quite a while to complete. The starting point will be the drive wheel leaf springs.
Regards
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25th November 2014, 06:05 PM #2
Great to see your up and about mate.
I've been looking forward to this build.
Bring it on
Cheers mate
Trev.
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25th November 2014, 08:26 PM #3
Looking forward to this.
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25th November 2014, 11:14 PM #4
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26th November 2014, 08:25 AM #5GOLD MEMBER
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26th November 2014, 01:56 PM #6GOLD MEMBER
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Hi all,
Good to be in the shed.
Made up a couple of main wheel leaf springs today. Cut the leaves using scroll saw. The springs are painted in "domino" to give the cast effect.
Regards
Keith
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26th November 2014, 02:36 PM #7
Great stuff mate.
Good to see it underway.
Could you get that beer can of yours in shoot for a couple of photo's.
So we get a better gauge of the scale your building it at from the outset.
I know it's around a fifth but a visual reference point is helpful.
Cheers mate.
Trev.
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26th November 2014, 04:05 PM #8
I've been a little slow to pick this one up but very glad to see you back in the shed Keith even with a watchful eye from your beloved Cathy. I agree with what was said about ensuring you take it easy as you enjoy getting back into the woodwork; though the time in the shed is great for the well being. Keep the photos & build notes coming, sir... Cheers, crowie
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26th November 2014, 04:23 PM #9GOLD MEMBER
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26th November 2014, 04:39 PM #10GOLD MEMBER
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Hi,
To show the scale of the loco, I have a photo of the location of the leaf spring above the drive wheel, and also a photo of the springs I have made beside a can of beer.
Regards
Keith
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26th November 2014, 04:42 PM #11
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26th November 2014, 10:02 PM #12GOLD MEMBER
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Derek,
You are totally correct on both counts. I was going to start on the chasis, but thought I would get into it slowly with some repetitious leaf springs. On the Trevithick loco I started with the wheels. The springs allow me to get some "runs on the board" in a fairly short timeframe.
It is hard to work out where to start on a lengthy build. I hope you are well. Thanks for your feedback.
Regards
Keith
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1st December 2014, 06:59 PM #15GOLD MEMBER
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Hi,
No work on the train over the weekend.
Playing with a new toy.
Got my replacement ute after my crash.
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Crowie, I thought you might like to see the Ford.
Regards
Keith
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