Thread: 1/5th Scale Peny-Darren 1804 Locomotive

Keith this absolutely could have been in the scale model forum. I built my train using some brass parts. The medium makes no difference neither does the 100% accuracy to scale. None of the builds I have done were 100% I can say that and no one said boo about it. I agree with others your next build needs to be in the proper forum Scale models. Fantastic build and work in progress. Can't wait to see you start your next one.

Bret

In this discussion you worry about using copper tubing, these engines were not built of wood either, so I don't understand the concern about copper. None of the scale models are built of the exact material used on the originals, least that would be my guess. Look at the Indian motorcycle replica being built. It's not original material. To my thinking "scale" references size and dimensions, not materials.

Yours belongs with the scale models, just my humble opinion. Regardless where the thread is put, it is awesome work and great fun to follow.

Hi to all,

Thankyou for your comments. I asked and you gave a truthful appraisal. I apologise if I have upset anybody by placing my build in the wrong area. I honestly didn't know - I thought scale modelling had to be exact - I saw some feedback on "9 fingers" Jinker about the wheels alledgedly not being 100% and I didn't want that sort of hassle. I just wanted to be part of a forum where we demonstrate our wares, share ideas and make friendships ( which I am extremely glad to say that I have - there are some great people on this Forum). The skills I have seen are incredible and I hope the attention to detail on lots of you guys has rubbed off a little on me.
Again - I am sorry if I have upset anybody. This Forum is one of the best things I have joined.

PS - Is it Ok to keep posting my progress in this area as I am only about 1/2 to 2/3rds through this build ?


Thanks

Kindest Regards

Keith

Originally Posted by Keith_1

PS - Is it Ok to keep posting my progress in this area as I am only about 1/2 to 2/3rds through this build ?

Keith

Don't see a problem with that. Everyone has enjoyed this marvelous build, as evidenced by their comments along the way.
Keep it coming and when you start the next one you can choose the other section.
I don't think anyone is complaining profusely, just giving advice and helping out. The more we see of this type of work, the more inspired we all get.

When I first started on the forum I made it very clear that my work is based on Billycarts.
Even the Motorcycles are an extention of that.
A Billycart by definition is a Toy.
So in many ways my work can be classified as such.

The odd thing being the Outlaw I made won the Australia Open Scratchbuilt Modelling competition.
Around the same time it also won a couple of Billycart races.

A persons option can change due to circumstances and surroundings at the time.
In the end the only option that counts is yours when it comes to your work.

But for what it's worth I think your not a model or a toy maker.
Your an Artist!

Keep having fun mate!

Cheers
Trev.

Originally Posted by Keith_1

Hi to all,

Thankyou for your comments. I asked and you gave a truthful appraisal. I apologise if I have upset anybody by placing my build in the wrong area. I honestly didn't know - I thought scale modelling had to be exact - I saw some feedback on "9 fingers" Jinker about the wheels alledgedly not being 100% and I didn't want that sort of hassle. I just wanted to be part of a forum where we demonstrate our wares, share ideas and make friendships ( which I am extremely glad to say that I have - there are some great people on this Forum). The skills I have seen are incredible and I hope the attention to detail on lots of you guys has rubbed off a little on me.
Again - I am sorry if I have upset anybody. This Forum is one of the best things I have joined.

PS - Is it Ok to keep posting my progress in this area as I am only about 1/2 to 2/3rds through this build ?


Thanks

Kindest Regards

Keith

Keith, I don't see a problem with it being in either section, however if you like I can move this whole thread to the other section - your choice.

Originally Posted by Treecycle

Don't see a problem with that. Everyone has enjoyed this marvelous build, as evidenced by their comments along the way.
Keep it coming and when you start the next one you can choose the other section.
I don't think anyone is complaining profusely, just giving advice and helping out. The more we see of this type of work, the more inspired we all get.

Thanks Dallas,

Appreciate your comments.

Keith

Originally Posted by Big Shed

Keith, I don't see a problem with it being in either section, however if you like I can move this whole thread to the other section - your choice.

Hi Bigshed,

If you are happy with leaving it there , please leave it there for this build- I don't want to create any extra work for you. Will use Scale Modelling Forum for my next build. Thankyou for your comments.

All the best.

Keith

Originally Posted by Repliconics

When I first started on the forum I made it very clear that my work is based on Billycarts.
Even the Motorcycles are an extention of that.
A Billycart by definition is a Toy.
So in many ways my work can be classified as such.

The odd thing being the Outlaw I made won the Australia Open Scratchbuilt Modelling competition.
Around the same time it also won a couple of Billycart races.

A persons option can change due to circumstances and surroundings at the time.
In the end the only option that counts is yours when it comes to your work.

But for what it's worth I think your not a model or a toy maker.
Your an Artist!

Keep having fun mate!

Cheers
Trev.

Hey Trevor,

Thanks so much, really appreciate it.

(wait till you see my brass pressure gauge - pretty happy so far)

Keith

Originally Posted by Keith_1

Hi Bigshed,

If you are happy with leaving it there , please leave it there for this build- I don't want to create any extra work for you. Will use Scale Modelling Forum for my next build. Thankyou for your comments.

All the best.

Keith

Not really any work, takes about 30 secs to do, but as I said, your choice. I am happy either way.

Hi Bigshed,

We will leave it here now please. Next build will be placed in scale modelling.

Thanks

Regards

Keith

Hi all,

Back to work. Making the boiler steam pressure gauge.

Materials I used - 50mm solid brass, a broken clock second hand for my needle. Onto the web for pressure gauge images for the back dial. Used PSP to white out the needle on the image. I then put the image in Word and printed off on photo paper. 3mm MDF for backing of this face. Used 1mm brad for needle stop. 5/16 copper tube and 5/16 tube fitting. Thin Perspex sheet for dial glass.

Drilled and then bored out the brass on metal lathe for housing. Brass chatters lot with tip tools. Made up backing plate out of brass. Cut out an fitted dial to MDF. Cut down clock second hand to fit as needle. Drilled housing for copper tube. I then assembled using small dabs of 5 minute araldite to secure.

The pressure gauge has come up OK.

Keith

That last photo of the gauge in your hand looks store bought Keith..... VERY WELL DONE SIR......Cheers, crowie

PS - I see you have a 4 legged, fury helper in your shed.....

Originally Posted by crowie

That last photo of the gauge in your hand looks store bought Keith..... VERY WELL DONE SIR......Cheers, crowie

PS - I see you have a 4 legged, fury helper in your shed.....

Thanks mate,

Yes, Ossie our dog likes to get in as many photos as he can.

Regards

Keith