Continuing with the beginnings of the Welsh 009, one kit I've had sitting in the stash for some time is the Meridian Models 'Talyllyn Train Pack', consisting of Coach No.3, Coach No.4 & Luggage/Brake No.5. For the moment I'm only planning to put together No.4 & 5, No.3 has a main body made from brass which, whilst I'm keen to learn the skill, haven't quite got the confidence for yet. In the meantime it can be substituted with a Bachmann Skarloey red coach.
The state of play after a very relaxed day of assembly. I really want to take my time with these having waited patiently so long for the kit to come back in stock. Already it's paying off: They roll really nicely! The only major construction work on them now (Besides the roofs) is to put the partition wall in the van, but given it would be near impossible to get a brush inside the ticket office end when assembled, this is being done separately. Rather that, than look in through the window to see grey plastic shining back! You'll notice the footboards are also absent, the instructions helpfully point out it's easier to paint the chassis first, THEN add them on.
Next step: On to the paint shop for a rough undercoat.
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