009 GVT Tram loco- number two!

As I had a second Graham Farish (Poole) 94XX chassis it seemed natural to build another GVT loco.
This one differs having a redoilcan on the left hand side.
All was going well until the chassis was fitted- it wouldn't run satisfactorily. However, I had a later Farish (China) 57XX chassis which, on checking, provided a replacement armature and brushes. The swop was made and now I have two smooth running locos.

009 Rheanus

 The conversion is complete except for the name
 and numberplates.
I did want to fit a brass handrail onto the tank but eyesight conspired against me so the original plastic fitment has been re-attached.
One of Monty'sfigures has been installed as crew.
A quick spray of Dulcote ensures that minor blemishes are concealed.

009 Kerr Stewart and 009 Society wagons.

Well GNU has been completed and had a coat of Testors Dulcote to seal the transfers.
Closely in attendance are the new 009 Society wagons which will be GNU's usual load.
Makes a good combination for a small layout- so must get my inspiration cap on!

Ashover Coach-009.

This coack has been made from the Meridian Models kit- purchased from Narrow Planet.
As the coach will be used on a freelance layout, it has been finished in blue with a yellow lining stripe to releive the solid side colour.
Greenwich couplings have been fitted .

Rheanus Components.

 Sometimes it is a pleasant surprise to be able to dismantle a model without breaking several items.
Well, Bachmanns Rheanus is one of those models.
To the right is all separate parts removed and saved to be replaced when painting is complete.
Even the centre saddle tank handrail, which looked a little flimsy has been saved- however, this will be replaced with brass handrail and knobs.

This is the complete chassis as removed. All that will be done is to paint the cylinders before refitting.

The backhead detail has been superglued to the basic moulding- will look better when a bit of dry-brushing has been done.

Transforming Rheanus.

 After running Rheanus in, it is time to convert to something more suitable- if only to replace the orange colour!
So, the loco has been reduced to its component parts- chassis, footplate and body. The body can have the cab removed but it doesn't need doing in my case.
The chimney has been removed and replaced by the 3D printed replacement by Blue Model Trains via Shapeways, the backhead has also been fitted as has the pump.
Both of the parts shown have been undercoated and the footplate painted in satin black.

The body will receive a livery of green and black- then I will see if suitable lining can be found.

By then I expect the nameplates will have arrived from Narrow Planet.

4MM LSWR Diagram 1545 Brake Van.

 I have had my brake van returned having been built by Nigel- this will compliment the Road Van built from a Chivers brass kit.
This one is a Smallbrook Studios resin kit which I aquired exactly a year ago.
Painted in grey with black underframe, the transfers on a couple of sheets provide the correct numbers (for a change). Will post a picture when completed.