Hi Stephen,

Thanks.

Ian.

Hi Ray,

Thanks.

The set is complete, the only thing I don't have is a transformer, I think they run on 12 volts.

Ian.

The loco in this set is the very first EDL17 0-6-2T loco made in BR livery, superseding the 4 pre nationalisation models, EDL7. The use of gloss black paint and the 3/4 inch course worm 12:1 type armature are its distinuishing marks. This loco was superseded in late 1954 by the matt finish version with a fine 3/4 inch worm armature 16:1.

Wrenn did use the Dublo 0-6-2T tooling, however only the body was used. The chassis of the Wrenn 0-6-2T used a modified Dublo 0-6-0T chassis (1/2 inch motor). Wrenn diecasting was done by outside contract and it is believed the 0-6-2T tooling was either broken or lost by the contractor in 1988. It is not know whether it was the chassis or body which when missing.

Cheers
Bryan

Hi Bryan,

Thanks, it's great to get more information about the Set.

Would 1954 be the first year that Set was made.

Ian.

Hi Kimball,

The Dublo track I had included four turnouts (3 left and 1 right, IIRC). I used them for my Marklin trains and don't remember any problems, though at the time I only had my Br89s and four axle wagons, so I can't be definite on this.

One problem which I do remember is that the points were not sprung, so that if I tried to run a train against the direction they were set I would certainly get a derailment.

Hi Ray,

I've tried moving Märklin wagons on the Hornby Track, and they appear to sit on it well.

Ian.

That's brought back memories from my childhood!

I was also given a box full of Hornby 3-rail stuff a few years ago. A couple of non-working loco's and some badly damaged coaches and wagons with lots of track. I have always wanted to try out the Hornby track with my Marklin M-track (centre stud, not rail) , allows for a massive floor layout :). I got around to doing it about a month ago and I had no problems running a V200, BR50, BR89 and I think I also tried my BR01. That being said though, I did not use any of the Hornby points or crossings.

Next floor layout test...

PS Hornby 3-rail spares etc. http://mtrains.co.uk/ (I have not made use of their services)

Hi Panayotis,

Unstreamlined Coronation Class 46232.

BR Green introduced 1951, between 1955 and 1957 all 38 Loco's carried that colour.

I hope that's the correct information.

Ian.

Nice A4 Ian!

Hi Alex,

Thanks, stops me from doing anything else.

Ian.

Hi Brandon,

Yes, and came in Matt and Gloss finish...

Ian.

Yes Bob, I'd agree about the superb engineering, they even had adjustable end float bearings for the armatures (ankers).
They had also sorted out the zinc pest problem when production restarted after the war.

And don't forget that before war the A4 was available in clockwork as well as electric. I think you'd have to sell a few of your organs to get a good clockwork one now though .

Paul

Hi All

Hornby Dublo up to around 1961 was state of the art in manufacture and of the highest quality. Their Super Detailed (SD) rolling stock introduced from 1958 was revolutionary and was never surpassed, especially in the UK market until the CAD CAM designed techniques came about with Chinese produced models. However with Dublo, and later WRENN they always retained their diecast chassis for rolling stock which was always above the rest, in terms of running characteristics.

As to whether the Silver King was not of high detail when it was first tooled in 1938, I think it conversely was not. The Dublo Duchess was retooled by Meccano in 1959 to become the City class. This had a SD tender body and was a classic model in 1959. The A4 basically had no cosmetic retooling with the introduction of 2-rail in 1959, presumably and correctly, Meccano felt it was still good by 1959 standards. Just the fact that WRENN were able to continue Dublo production of the A4 from 1966- 92 proves they were good models, especially considering, no development took place.

The actual A4 mech is one of the best model train mechs ever made in my opinion. The armature was held in a diecast rigid chassis which gave a very smooth and free running mech. Top and bottom armature ball bearings, nickel plated brass valve gear, 3-rail DC control and both mechanically and aesthetically good engineering. The best part of the Dublo A4 is, it really looks like a miniature A4, something the new Chinese lack with too fine a detail. On steam locomotives, when a cab step was designed and built, it was done in 2 inch plate steel, no finesse about that. Too much fine model detail gets away from that built to last 100 years over engineered, chunky look. The Dublo A4 model has this look and why it is a classic. Also the Dublo models will be around in 100 years and always sort after.

Cheers
Bryan

hi

I was raised in birtley co durham
which is on the main line edinbrough to London

I spent many hours down by the line
I probably seen them all by the time I was 12

A4s were called streaks
A3s were called splashes
A1s were called shielders

after all the technical info theres a bit of useless info for you

alan plymouth

How long would it take for your loco travelling at 126 miles/h to go around your layout ?

Ian,

What are you waiting for, this is for the Guinness book of records.

Hi Ian, loved the video! I have always liked B/W. The United Kingdom rattle is excellent

too. As good as the German rattle! I really like those "S" curves that you put into the

layout. They make the running more exciting, I think. Cheers,Peter