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by SOOTYBRUM
Mon Oct 21, 2024 7:47 pm
Forum: N Gauge
Topic: N gauge coupler springs
Replies: 3
Views: 13639

Re: N gauge coupler springs

I have now got the required springs etc but now I need the Tomix N gauge Thomas the Tank engine to be repaired. I now need to reinsert the springs/couplings etc.. Can anyone recommend someone. I have tried myself but my hands are clearly too big. I live in the Bristol area.
Thks
by SOOTYBRUM
Wed Aug 14, 2024 11:57 am
Forum: N Gauge
Topic: N gauge coupler springs
Replies: 3
Views: 13639

N gauge coupler springs

Help, grandson dropped a Tomix Thomas the Tank N gauge Engine yesterday and managed to dislodge coupler etc. Can't find spring. Have looked all over floor to no avail. Can anyone recommend a shop or on Ebay where I can purchase spares. Have no ide what length/size it was but I know it was very small...
by SOOTYBRUM
Mon Apr 15, 2024 4:02 pm
Forum: Narrow Gauge
Topic: N auge station signs etc
Replies: 2
Views: 6275

N auge station signs etc

Hi, need some advice on glueing station signs/figures to platforms/bridges etc. Which is the best glue/adhesive to use ? I've used UHU glue and even Superglue but theydon't seem to stick properly which means if I am moving engines/carriages etc, I end up knocking them over :D
Thks for looking
by SOOTYBRUM
Tue Feb 28, 2023 4:10 pm
Forum: Narrow Gauge
Topic: Fitting a coupler
Replies: 2
Views: 3917

Re: Fitting a coupler

Now fixed...user error
by SOOTYBRUM
Thu Feb 23, 2023 7:36 pm
Forum: Narrow Gauge
Topic: Fitting a coupler
Replies: 2
Views: 3917

Fitting a coupler

Hi , one of the couplings has come off my diesel shunter which is a Farish Class 4 060. From the instruction sheet, it is not clear whether I have to take body off to fit it . I have tried to push it into the connector bit but to no avail. (see photos) https://i.postimg.cc/tZ9DKKvy/IMG-3872.jpg http...
by SOOTYBRUM
Sun Jan 29, 2023 11:45 am
Forum: N Gauge
Topic: Magnetic couplings
Replies: 5
Views: 4755

Magnetic couplings

Advice needed please on magnetic couplings. Which are the best ...Hunt Couplings ELITE - N Gauge or the ones produced by GLR. Bespoke Services. I have a small number of locos, carriages etc. I am new to N gauge modelling and very confused by the couplings I have on my locos etc. I have attached some...
by SOOTYBRUM
Fri Dec 30, 2022 11:39 am
Forum: N Gauge
Topic: Class 66 not working
Replies: 7
Views: 5845

Re: Class 66 not working

Unscrewed the bogie slightly, then tightened screw and it now seems to run ok in one direction over the crossing. Thks for advice. Brgds and a Happy New Year to you.
by SOOTYBRUM
Thu Dec 29, 2022 6:06 pm
Forum: N Gauge
Topic: Class 66 not working
Replies: 7
Views: 5845

Re: Class 66 not working

Hi again, although it is running smoothly on my Kato track, when it comes to my x crossing to cross over the tracks, one of the bogies is getting derailed. .My other engines run fine over the crossing. Is it possible to remove the bogies? I cannot find my instruction manual and online there is only ...
by SOOTYBRUM
Wed Dec 28, 2022 5:22 pm
Forum: N Gauge
Topic: Class 66 not working
Replies: 7
Views: 5845

Re: Class 66 not working

Now working ok. The blanking plate has been reinstated and running ok . Thks replies.
by SOOTYBRUM
Wed Dec 28, 2022 4:45 pm
Forum: N Gauge
Topic: Class 66 not working
Replies: 7
Views: 5845

Class 66 not working

Hi, my N gauge class 66 (Gaugemaster/Dapol) is no longer working. Over Xmas, my grandson dropped it onto a hard floor. Have taken body shell off and found a loose part (see photos) . I run it on DC. . Is that a DCC chip or is it a part of the loco which has become detached. I am new to N gauge. Any ...