Work Car

[Shawn]

Mik on largescale central came up with agreat idea by having a builders challenge. We had something like 2 weeks to buid something and could not cost more the $20. Basically had to use what was on hand. It took me some time to decided what to build. I looked through pages of magazines. Then I though hey I have been wanting to build a work car. I had everything on hand but did I have enough time. I figured why not try. I started on Sunday. I first painted a Hartland flat car. Then I added some decking to the flat. On Monday I was off from work and all alone. I started on the shack and fence in the morning. Later in the evening when the kids went to bed I finished putting siding on the shack and detailing the window frames etc... On Tusday I made a roof using styrene and masking tape for the top coat. The chimmney was added as well as all the details. Once the glue dried I weathered the wood parts and tools some what. Then today the final touches were done and is now ready. Overall im pretty impressed. I did not think I had it in me to scratch build soemthing like this. Total cost $0. I had all the wood on hand. The HLW flat was an extra I had. All of the detailed parts were left overer from my Dunkirk project that ordered before the challenge (Which is also done). I have to thank my pin nailer, I could not have done it whithout you.

 

[3Valve]

Nice job.

 

[Richie]

Very nice i like

 

[Steve]

That looks really good , may be an idea for a competition on here

 

[Martino]

Very nice.

I've often seen these type of cars on US themed railroads, but what's the equivalent in the UK? Maybe a converted coach?

 

[Dave Hub]

Very nice.

I've often seen these type of cars on US themed railroads, but what's the equivalent in the UK? Maybe a converted coach?

Martino this link might be one answer your question: http://www.brc-stockbook.co.uk/LNER_Brake_1.htm

there are proably many other variations. I expect a guards van/ballast plow also acted in the same way as they had staaff accomodation and stoves in like the american item.

 

[KeithT]

A brilliant job and I love the detail down to an adze and wood saw.
Jealous!

 

[Rhinochugger]

Mik on largescale central came up with agreat idea by having a builders challenge. We had something like 2 weeks to buid something and could not cost more the $20. Basically had to use what was on hand. It took me some time to decided what to build. I looked through pages of magazines. Then I though hey I have been wanting to build a work car. I had everything on hand but did I have enough time. I figured why not try. I started on Sunday. I first painted a Hartland flat car. Then I added some decking to the flat. On Monday I was off from work and all alone. I started on the shack and fence in the morning. Later in the evening when the kids went to bed I finished putting siding on the shack and detailing the window frames etc... On Tusday I made a roof using styrene and masking tape for the top coat. The chimmney was added as well as all the details. Once the glue dried I weathered the wood parts and tools some what. Then today the final touches were done and is now ready. Overall im pretty impressed. I did not think I had it in me to scratch build soemthing like this. Total cost $0. I had all the wood on hand. The HLW flat was an extra I had. All of the detailed parts were left overer from my Dunkirk project that ordered before the challenge (Which is also done). I have to thank my pin nailer, I could not have done it whithout you.

D'you mean to tell me that hobo isn't riding on my log wagon any more ?
:wave:

 

[Martino]

Very nice.

I've often seen these type of cars on US themed railroads, but what's the equivalent in the UK? Maybe a converted coach?

Martino this link might be one answer your question: http://www.brc-stockbook.co.uk/LNER_Brake_1.htm

there are proably many other variations. I expect a guards van/ballast plow also acted in the same way as they had staaff accomodation and stoves in like the american item.

Good link Dave, Thanks.

Never seen one of those. I guess I always assumed that the guards van would be used on small jobs and that if it was a more elaborate task, then there would be a converted coach as a mess van. For day to day maintenance, I 'spose the platelayer's huts would provide the shelter and base for work.

 

[Shawn]

Mik on largescale central came up with agreat idea by having a builders challenge. We had something like 2 weeks to buid something and could not cost more the $20. Basically had to use what was on hand. It took me some time to decided what to build. I looked through pages of magazines. Then I though hey I have been wanting to build a work car. I had everything on hand but did I have enough time. I figured why not try. I started on Sunday. I first painted a Hartland flat car. Then I added some decking to the flat. On Monday I was off from work and all alone. I started on the shack and fence in the morning. Later in the evening when the kids went to bed I finished putting siding on the shack and detailing the window frames etc... On Tusday I made a roof using styrene and masking tape for the top coat. The chimmney was added as well as all the details. Once the glue dried I weathered the wood parts and tools some what. Then today the final touches were done and is now ready. Overall im pretty impressed. I did not think I had it in me to scratch build soemthing like this. Total cost $0. I had all the wood on hand. The HLW flat was an extra I had. All of the detailed parts were left overer from my Dunkirk project that ordered before the challenge (Which is also done). I have to thank my pin nailer, I could not have done it whithout you.

D'you mean to tell me that hobo isn't riding on my log wagon any more ?
:wave:

LOL he moved up in the world. Now he is riding in style LOL