mickoo
Western Thunderer
Indeed and some engines have a sharp fold, others bent with a distinct radius that smooths and blends the fold area. However, none have cylinder castings 4" narrower than the valance, so in that context it has to be rebuilt.Looking at Guy Williams build in More 4mm Engines where there are plenty of model and prototype photos, 1026 seems to be the odd one out and to be closer to the GA cross sections, which show a straught fold in line with the drop plate valace. Maybe the forman allowed some to be built as designed and then went his own way. This build looks similar to Guy’s build; enough said?
Simon
Dan, don't, if you said it then how many thought it, especially the customer when he receives it. This is the first of hopefully a new future in this venture, as they say, first impressions count.Hi Mick
I'm kind of sorry I mentioned it now, but given how many mods you've had to make to the kit so far and that perhaps your familiarity of GWR/BR(W) stuff is probably waaay less than USA stuff, I thought I should say something, while there was still a chance you could do something about it.
However, should you decide to do nothing at all, I certainly wouldn't blame you - I would have aimed the kit and any deposit received, back at the customer by now and taken up another hobby!
Regards
Dan
I kinda knew it was wrong, but simply buried my head in the sand....and my hands several times.
The decision has been made and last thing last night all the turnings came off on one side, so it's a fresh start today with new front and rear profiled overlays and we'll see how that goes.
You're also right in that I'm not a GWR expert, but then I'm not a complete novice. I do like Castles and modified Halls, Kings and Counties I'd add to the list but that's pretty much where it stops. It has also crossed my mind frequently during the County build, that three of those four are not available as quality kits anymore