Hi Peter. I use Heljan magnetic couplings on the detailed ends of several locos but I’m very impressed with your design. Would you consider showing us exactly how you make them?
Hi there, it's very simple, I had a broken Hunt coupling magnet. Cut it down to the small size you can see in the video. Made a loop out of some 'stripped' wire, soldered it so it would keep its shape and glued it to the backside of the magnet. I left enough of the wire not stuck to the magnet so I could bend the wire to give the right length so as to not derail whatever it was going to pull. When that was done used super glue and baking powder to make into one solid form. So now what you see is a small ring at the back of the magnet. Hope this make sense Cheers Peter
Hi Peter Ron here in the man flat ha ha was enjoying your latest video showing the running of your Cavelex class 56 when my flat bell wrang and the DPD driver brought me my Cavelex 56 l have gone for a rail freight one 56077, unfortunately l wasn't able to get a sound fitted one as Rails had run out so l had to get a dcc ready one and Cavelex are waiting on finishing of their ESU loksound decoders but they told me they shouldn't be long so l will have to admire it from afar for a while . I agree what a superb model anyway enjoy. Ron @ Willenhall Parkway
That's a lovely fleet of locos you have. I have several of the Accurascale 37s myself, and love the look of the Rails/Bachmann 47, but can't justify one of those for myself. I do have the Cavalex 56 120 on the way too, so loved seeing your preview/review of it. Thanks for posting this video.
😮Hello Peter. Great session buddy. Love the 56 what quality. As are all your lovely 37s. Seen your couplings before but don't they work a treat. Gronk shunting was brilliant, didn't know what was coming next.😀 Same as me Peter don't do any weathering at all. Nice variety of locos. Thanks Peter. Stay safe. Pete.
Great to see you, Pete and a grand tour of the layout. Of course, it would not be a visit to the man-shed without some awesome stock to see. That is a fantastic 56 and the usual mix of your amazing fleet! Stay well and best wishes!
Thanks John, Im obsessed with getting working end of train lamps on as many wagons/coaches as possible that I am able to. So thought I would show off the ones I have done :) Cheers Peter
hi peter , love your little device to couple up , fantastic looking loco , think all the manufacturers are now going to struggle with accurascale life time warranty , even on older purchases as well , game changing indeed , hope all well , best wishes , john
Hi Peter, Nice video on the Cavalex 56 and running session the 08 had a big part 👍 seen so many videos on the 56s so rang rails up this morning to see when mine is coming,because I pre ordered mine 12 months ago they didn’t no the price £30 deposit paid I’m in a queue to be contacted about authorised payment, off on holiday Wednesday night so got to wait till Friday the 9th February for it now😢 cheers Al
Hi Peter lovely looking loco and so quiet. Great little running session as well. Hope you've trade marked that little coupling or west hill wagon works will be producing them. Its a great idea, might have a go at making one myself from a broken west hill magnetic coupling cheers for now Andy
Hi peter l am new to your channel and loved your class 56 it’s funny l was only looking at the Bachmann class 47 on my local model shop website which happens to rails of Sheffield and now I have seen yours having a run love the ROG livery I am thinking of placing an order for one does it use a plux 22 decoder if so I have a spare in my loco box what are the couplings that you use they are very effective and prototypical as Charlie would say sometimes I see you like your class 37’s me too and 47’s any way peter take care look forward to seeing your next video Kev Beighton Parkway Sheffield
Thank you your Lordship but flipping eck don't tell the wife, I was hopeing for a few more weeks before this came out. The pets are going to have to go without food for a little while and fend for themselves LoL Cheers Peter
Hi Peter. Nice model there and nice work. I had the DC Rail 56091 model with no sound as I am a DC user. I like the detail of it but mine struggles with my 8 tank cars and my track is 5/6 radius curved Kato track 😊. Not sure why this is the case as your train seems okay 👍. All the best. Peter.
Hi Peter, yes indeed plenty of pulling power even if it's not all wheel drive. Just a thought some have had issues with there bogies comming slightly un attached in transit and one chap had a drive shaft come out. Have you checked that both bogies are driving? other wise I can't explain your lack of power. Hope you get it sorted. Peter
Hi Peter, great review and running session, I have a Hornby class 56 in Railfreight grey livery which I cherish, the Cavalex version is on another level in every way so I’m tempted to get one dcc ready, I’d like to hear the factory sound against the Legomanbiffo sound for the Class 56 so I can see which one I would like, Hornby are so far behind Accurascale and Cavalex it’s not funny! Like you I’m not a fan of weathering on rolling stock in anyway, it’s like Marmite you can love it or hate it, the working roof fans are a bonus I just hope they perform better than the dreadful units Hornby throw into their 21pin HST packs, thanks for sharing.
To be fair to Hornby it was fine in its day but they upped the price for it so much now. The fans on the Cavalex use two coreless motors that run independently All the best Peter
@@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 Hornby coaches are ok when bought in a sale, their wagons are ok when you get ones without large ‘D’ style tension link couplings that are from very old mouldings that will never be upgraded to nem pockets. Hornby prices are very excessive in my opinion so I don’t buy their products anymore unless they are in mega sales, their class 56 is a good model but very dated now, Hornby have very little to offer in the diesel model market, the 21pin HST packs are terrible value for money if you don’t obtain them in a sale. The Cavalex class 56 looks like a total winner, independent fans look amazing in action, not sure we will see them in the Accurascale class 37’s until 2025 which is a shame, Bachmann class 37 & 47 models have superb working roof fans, I hope to have a look at a Cavalex class 56 when I go to a model shop in my area that sell them or are they to order only?
Hi Peter nice review, i really quite fancy one of these but id imagine theyl sell out by the time i save up for one now, ill keep an eye out though also a very enjoyable running session, also if you start doing commisions for converting dmus/emus to be towed or the rail operations group coaches let me know ;), look forward to the next video. Tom
Thanks Tom. Yes I seem to have put the idea of drags to a few people now. Its all part of the modern scene which no one payed attention to until now Cheers Peter
@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 you've certainly made some very interesting combinations and nice to see something different running on layouts, I'll have to see if I can remove the motor unit from one of my 350s
thank you again Peter, a really good running session the new model looks the part among the "quality" fleet you have, can I ask how you fit the crew in the Dapol 68 I do not have your skills and am reluctant to hack my model apart to fit a crew man? regards Ron
Hi Ron, like most locos now, when you take of the body shell, you will see the cab ends are held in place by a clip on each side. You need to spread the body sides apart just enough to release the cab from its clip. It was quite straight forward so you should be OK Cheers Peter
Hi, I love your layout, so much going on and really good trains, thank you for showing us. Please could you tell me where you got your yard gates from, the ones going over the points into the siding? I have looked everywhere for gates like this an can't seem to find any. Thank you.
Hi Pete, Another Great Video as usual..!👌 The 56 sound is Fantastic and I may just buy one now..!🤔 I have a question: On the DRS Class 37405, it was produced by Bachmann with a printed multiple working socket. On your one you have fitted an orange socket piece, as like 37424 & 37425… Where do I purchase that piece please (well x2 for each end)? Please Advise Many Thanks Graham.
Well spotted Graham you certainly know your Bachman models, it came from a donor body shell so not available as a spare part, unless like me you pick up a cheep body shell All the best Peter
Surprised you didn't go for the DCR 56091 or Colas 56049, got both of those for myself with sound. Yes the Cavalex Class 56 is really up there with Accurascale's Class 37 and Class 55 for quality and sound, Cav & Alex really nailed it and now looking forward to my Cavalex DCR & Cappagh Class 60's later this year. Just a couple of points. 1. Not a fan of the loco being screwed onto a plinth without any protection for the loco facing up apart from the foam resting on top along the box, go back to using ice-cube packaging please. Also noticed my loco's had moved to an angle on the plinth within the box which may cause issues (apparently it has, see RMweb Cavalex Class 56 thread) but if you need to keep putting the loco back in the box for logistical reasons then having this method will be a pain. 2. Jury is out on not having all-wheel drive but instead Cavalex have gone for AIA-AIA configuration whereas every other manufacturers apply all-wheel drive to their loco's, believe Cavalex have their reasons but we shall see how this pans out going forward on people's layouts pulling heavy trains especially with inclines. To be honest not sure why having all-wheel drive now appears to be an issue and/or since Chadwick's video the other week, never seen anyone moan about it until Charlie's video and at the end of the day he had an issue with his track and for me there was too much focus on Accurascale's Class 37 which was unfair considering it had nothing to do with Charlies track issues. 3. I configured the loco's via Lokprogrammer to have the cab lights switch off after moving off and coming back on when stopped, IMO they should be configured like that out of the box and for me an annoying aspect from Bachmann as well but you can argue either way. Great job from Cavalex and they have my full support for bringing out products like this along with Accurascale & Revolution Trains. Cheers Steve
Regarding point no2, one man did a review on set track laid onto a carpet floor which was uneven and complained about wheel slip. Since then another 30 min+ video has appeared on YT showing four different Cavalex 56’s hauling scale length heavy trains up helixes and gradients including standing starts etc, also very smooth over pointwork so the jury really shouldn’t need to worry about the A1A-A1A configuration.
@@RobertCant-mo2nk Yes have seen the videos. I'm not particularly worried about it but more on the Cavalex thought process around this as opposed to all other manufacturers. Will be interesting to see how this ages with time with those hauling long trains over all sorts of conditions on a regular basis and whether this AIA-AIA configuration puts undue strain on the motor. Time will tell.
Well I doubt many people will be running scale length trains looking at that rake of HAA’s and not too many layouts will have gradients and helixes. It’s not too unique as other manufacturers have gone down this route although admittedly not often but most models appear to be built down to a price or at least with compromises. Cavalex have stated the desire to build the best model possible using the production techniques now available and have given their reason for the floating axle. There is an argument that this configuration actually causes less strain on the motor due to it only needing to load up for four axles rather than six plus there should be more traction from the weight being distributed over 8 wheels rather than 12.
Hi Steve - as someone that was a part of the process in bringing the 56 to market, I can tell you we spent hours debating the packaging. For us the primary purpose of the packaging was to get the models to customers from China in one piece. looking at the bogies made up of 36+ parts this was vital as we couldn’t have pieces turning up in the box off of the locos. Whilst the ice cube/clam shell packaging is easier to get the model in and out of, the bigger priority was protecting the model. During tests we found this design of packaging was far more protective of the models as opposed to the traditional packaging design - especially with foam touching the model, you want to ensure the model does not move during transit and the packaging doesn’t pull of any detail parts. AIA config is also going to bring more benefit to more users than having all wheel drive would (over uneven track, helixes, gradients etc). The additional compensation allows for all of the wheels/axles to be in contact with the track at all times vs all wheel drive which has a tendency to rock on the centre axle and cause derailments. Hopefully some of the thoughts above help! Will
Hi Steve, yes am tempted by the ones you put forward, problem is If I get a Colas version I would want it to be joined by class 70 and 37s which I don't have ..... yet. :) Cheers Peter
Hi Pete a good video i use hunt magnetic couplings did you purchase the loco magnetic coupling or make them yourself ? i would like to know Kind regards Martin
Good Afternoon Peter, I hope you're well Wow really nice class 56 really like it. Can i ask your points on your layout are they standard Hornby set track ones? Cheers Deano
Hi, I replaced some Bachmann drivers with ones from West Hill Wagon Works. I never got rid of the old ones but repainted them and that's what's in the new 47 and 56 Cheers Peter
@@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 If the middle axle doesn't float up and down then that will not stop the bogie pivoting and possibly derailing the loco, as Charlie Bishop's Accurascale class 37 was doing on his imperfect helix track; in which case Cavalex might as well have made it part of the power train with all wheel drive!
Hi Peter. My eyes could be deceiving me but it looks like you’ve fitted a driver. If so, how did you find getting the seat out and back in, as I’m struggling to remove it and I’m concerned about snapping the peg that sits in the hole? Anyone else successfully fitted a driver? Thanks 👍🏻🚂
Hi Brian, yes fitted a driver. I removed the cab with the chairs out of the body, its only clipped in place. Driver is a Bachman one that I have repainted. Had to shave it down quite a lot up to the waist of the figure to fit the very small space of the chair. I used Black Tac to hold it in place. I do believe that Cavalex has a driver figure for this model, www.modelu3d.co.uk/product/10225/ Cheers Peter
@@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 thanks Peter. I did consider removing the cab, but concluded that as Cavalex themselves advised removing the seats in the instruction booklet, then that was the way to go… so it was straight forward enough to unclip, and then clip back in the cab? 👍🏻
Hello.please could you enlighten me on something here regarding Accurscale products. i don't know what they are up to. but i get an email. here is our New release. go to the sight.nearly everything advertised is sold out. first day. i am sure they up to something in regards of limited production.(keep prices high)? so now with Cavalex and Helen making top end OO. and i am just starting out in this gauge. i avoid them like the Plague. so instead ordered a Helen class 47 and now will purposely purchase other make first!. don't care about there Guarantee,
*** WARNING *** Peter, this is very important. I am alarmed that you have highlighted the Accurascale lifetime warranty announcement at its initial face value, without explaining its restrictions and exemptions contained within it. This is giving your viewers a false sense of security about the actual cover being offered. The ACCURASCALE WARRANTY, welcome as it is, is only a "LIMITED" lifetime warranty, NOT an UNLIMITED warranty!**** READ THE WARRANTY CONDITIONS and understand the exclusions, this is critical or you could be caught out! Unless the model was bought brand new in your name from an approved retailer (NOT EBAY) or direct from Accurascale themselves; has been kept in perfect, untouched, un-weathered cosmetic condition along with ALL of its packaging, then you are NOT necessarily covered for repairs. If sent back, you may not even get the same model back! It is a NON TRANSFERABLE warranty so only the initial buyer has any cover at all for that loco and NOT a SECOND HAND purchaser. Please read the warranty and ask all your viewers to do the same. Regards Julian
"Unless the model was bought brand new in your name from an approved retailer (NOT EBAY)"...can be from an eBay retailer who is an approved Accurascale stockist. "has been kept in perfect, untouched, un-weathered cosmetic condition along with ALL of its packaging, then you are NOT necessarily covered for repairs"...that is downright mis-information, the product can be weathered and whatever else you do to it as long it is not the cause of the issue and you will get your original loco back after repair and not some other model, but you cannot ask for a new body or whatever else if you have altered or damaged it. "It is a NON TRANSFERABLE warranty so only the initial buyer has any cover at all for that loco and NOT a SECOND HAND purchaser."...how's this any different to any other manufacturer, this is standard practise! The Accurascale Warranty is literally no different to any other manufacturer warranty apart from them going the extra mile and making it lifetime. Now stop being over dramatic and putting fear into people for no reason, anyone can go to their website & read the warranty conditions and they are also further explained in their thread on the RMweb forum.
@@sapphirejunction8993 So, to be clear, you want me to stop asking people to read, understand and be fully aware of the limitations/exemptions being offered by Accurascale's newly announced limited lifetime warranty? Why? Would you rather they remain in ignorance and possibly be caught out? In my opinion what you have replied with is not the case, that is not what the warranty states.
@@theeventhorizon-valebridge9512 No I don't, you just need to get your facts right and not be so over-dramatic with your post. It just comes across as having a beef with Accurascale or having some sort of agenda against them. Just remember their warranty hasn't changed apart from being just 12 months to now being Lifetime which is a massive bonus and IMO all other manufacturers should follow suit.
@@theeventhorizon-valebridge9512 No not at all and is not what I'm implying. I have highlighted your non-factual data in regards to the warranty, which you haven't disputed, and your post just comes across as having a dig at or beef with Accurascale. "In my opinion what you have replied with is not the case, that is not what the warranty states."...wrong again, have another go at reading it. Accurascale should be commended in offering this Lifetime Warranty and goes beyond every other manufacturer who should follow suite if they have confidence in their products.
Hi Peter. I use Heljan magnetic couplings on the detailed ends of several locos but I’m very impressed with your design. Would you consider showing us exactly how you make them?
Hi there, it's very simple, I had a broken Hunt coupling magnet. Cut it down to the small size you can see in the video. Made a loop out of some 'stripped' wire, soldered it so it would keep its shape and glued it to the backside of the magnet. I left enough of the wire not stuck to the magnet so I could bend the wire to give the right length so as to not derail whatever it was going to pull. When that was done used super glue and baking powder to make into one solid form. So now what you see is a small ring at the back of the magnet. Hope this make sense
Cheers Peter
Great video and such a lovely loco. 👍👍
Stunning model. Im with you Peter, doesnt need weathering.
Thank you
Peter
Great video pete !! 👏
Hi Peter Ron here in the man flat ha ha was enjoying your latest video showing the running of your Cavelex class 56 when my flat bell wrang and the DPD driver brought me my Cavelex 56 l have gone for a rail freight one 56077, unfortunately l wasn't able to get a sound fitted one as Rails had run out so l had to get a dcc ready one and Cavelex are waiting on finishing of their ESU loksound decoders but they told me they shouldn't be long so l will have to admire it from afar for a while . I agree what a
superb model anyway enjoy.
Ron @ Willenhall Parkway
Hi Ron, well at least you got the loco. With the chip will be the icing on the cake :) Enjoy
Cheers Peter
That's a lovely fleet of locos you have. I have several of the Accurascale 37s myself, and love the look of the Rails/Bachmann 47, but can't justify one of those for myself. I do have the Cavalex 56 120 on the way too, so loved seeing your preview/review of it. Thanks for posting this video.
Thank you very much. Enjoy the 56, glad I have been able to show you how good it is.
All the best Peter
Looks & sounds superb. 👍 Can’t wait for mine to arrive…..
Awesome collection of locos. These new models from Cavalex are going to give Hornby and Bachmann a run for their money! Thanks for uploading.
Thank you
Cheers Peter
Hi Peter.
I'm still waiting on my 3 Cavalex class 56s. A gorgeous model.
You won't be disappointed :)
Cheers Peter
😮Hello Peter.
Great session buddy.
Love the 56 what quality. As are all your lovely 37s.
Seen your couplings before but don't they work a treat.
Gronk shunting was brilliant, didn't know what was coming next.😀
Same as me Peter don't do any weathering at all.
Nice variety of locos.
Thanks Peter.
Stay safe.
Pete.
Thank you very much
Cheers Peter
Great to see you, Pete and a grand tour of the layout. Of course, it would not be a visit to the man-shed without some awesome stock to see. That is a fantastic 56 and the usual mix of your amazing fleet! Stay well and best wishes!
Thank you very much Anthony
All the very best to the both of you, cheers Peter
What a novel way to show off some of your wagons Peter. Great sequences really enjoyed it something different regards John
Thanks John, Im obsessed with getting working end of train lamps on as many wagons/coaches as possible that I am able to. So thought I would show off the ones I have done :)
Cheers Peter
Superb Peter. You have some fabulous locos. I need to save up!
Thank you :)
Cheers Peter
hi peter , love your little device to couple up , fantastic looking loco , think all the manufacturers are now going to struggle with accurascale life time warranty , even on older purchases as well , game changing indeed , hope all well , best wishes , john
Thanks John, although, Ive had someone on here say to look at the small print regards the Accurascale warranty. Hope I never need it :)
Cheers Peter
Amazing locomotive from Cavalex Peter, I’ve just had my email from Rails to say my pair of 56’s are on their way and can’t wait 😃👍
You will be very happy :)
Cheers Peter
Always a pleasure to watch your video and amazing layout !
Thank you
All the best Peter
Hi Peter, Nice video on the Cavalex 56 and running session the 08 had a big part 👍 seen so many videos on the 56s so rang rails up this morning to see when mine is coming,because I pre ordered mine 12 months ago they didn’t no the price £30 deposit paid I’m in a queue to be contacted about authorised payment, off on holiday Wednesday night so got to wait till Friday the 9th February for it now😢 cheers Al
Will be worth the wait Al :) have a great holiday
Cheers Peter
Hi Peter lovely looking loco and so quiet. Great little running session as well. Hope you've trade marked that little coupling or west hill wagon works will be producing them. Its a great idea, might have a go at making one myself from a broken west hill magnetic coupling cheers for now Andy
Ha ha yes Andy,
Cheers Peter
Hi peter l am new to your channel and loved your class 56 it’s funny l was only looking at the Bachmann class 47 on my local model shop website which happens to rails of Sheffield and now I have seen yours having a run love the ROG livery I am thinking of placing an order for one does it use a plux 22 decoder if so I have a spare in my loco box what are the couplings that you use they are very effective and prototypical as Charlie would say sometimes I see you like your class 37’s me too and 47’s any way peter take care look forward to seeing your next video
Kev Beighton Parkway Sheffield
Brilliant Peter superb loco and running.
Thank you your Lordship but flipping eck don't tell the wife, I was hopeing for a few more weeks before this came out. The pets are going to have to go without food for a little while and fend for themselves LoL
Cheers Peter
LOL
Beautiful job peter love the layout ❤
Thank you very much
Peter
Hi Peter. Nice model there and nice work. I had the DC Rail 56091 model with no sound as I am a DC user. I like the detail of it but mine struggles with my 8 tank cars and my track is 5/6 radius curved Kato track 😊. Not sure why this is the case as your train seems okay 👍. All the best. Peter.
Hi Peter, yes indeed plenty of pulling power even if it's not all wheel drive. Just a thought some have had issues with there bogies comming slightly un attached in transit and one chap had a drive shaft come out. Have you checked that both bogies are driving? other wise I can't explain your lack of power. Hope you get it sorted.
Peter
Cracking model Peter, if they do a Fastline livery, I'd have 1 in a heartbeat. Thanks for the review.
Next release I bet :)
Cheers Peter
I love the new loco Peter.
Thank you
Peter
Stunning
Fabulous crawl
Hi Peter, great review and running session, I have a Hornby class 56 in Railfreight grey livery which I cherish, the Cavalex version is on another level in every way so I’m tempted to get one dcc ready, I’d like to hear the factory sound against the Legomanbiffo sound for the Class 56 so I can see which one I would like, Hornby are so far behind Accurascale and Cavalex it’s not funny! Like you I’m not a fan of weathering on rolling stock in anyway, it’s like Marmite you can love it or hate it, the working roof fans are a bonus I just hope they perform better than the dreadful units Hornby throw into their 21pin HST packs, thanks for sharing.
To be fair to Hornby it was fine in its day but they upped the price for it so much now. The fans on the Cavalex use two coreless motors that run independently
All the best Peter
@@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 Hornby coaches are ok when bought in a sale, their wagons are ok when you get ones without large ‘D’ style tension link couplings that are from very old mouldings that will never be upgraded to nem pockets.
Hornby prices are very excessive in my opinion so I don’t buy their products anymore unless they are in mega sales, their class 56 is a good model but very dated now, Hornby have very little to offer in the diesel model market, the 21pin HST packs are terrible value for money if you don’t obtain them in a sale. The Cavalex class 56 looks like a total winner, independent fans look amazing in action, not sure we will see them in the Accurascale class 37’s until 2025 which is a shame, Bachmann class 37 & 47 models have superb working roof fans, I hope to have a look at a Cavalex class 56 when I go to a model shop in my area that sell them or are they to order only?
Very nice grid
Hi Peter nice review, i really quite fancy one of these but id imagine theyl sell out by the time i save up for one now, ill keep an eye out though also a very enjoyable running session, also if you start doing commisions for converting dmus/emus to be towed or the rail operations group coaches let me know ;), look forward to the next video. Tom
Thanks Tom. Yes I seem to have put the idea of drags to a few people now. Its all part of the modern scene which no one payed attention to until now
Cheers Peter
@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 you've certainly made some very interesting combinations and nice to see something different running on layouts, I'll have to see if I can remove the motor unit from one of my 350s
Sadly the pcb on mine has burnt out and rails of Sheffield seemed well aware of it. A new one is on its way/ let’s hope it sorts the problem out
Oh no that's the first time l have ever known of this happening. Hope it was a faulty board and the new one fix it for you.
Cheers Peter
Nice 🙂😊
thank you again Peter, a really good running session the new model looks the part among the "quality" fleet you have, can I ask how you fit the crew in the Dapol 68 I do not have your skills and am reluctant to hack my model apart to fit a crew man? regards Ron
Hi Ron, like most locos now, when you take of the body shell, you will see the cab ends are held in place by a clip on each side. You need to spread the body sides apart just enough to release the cab from its clip. It was quite straight forward so you should be OK
Cheers Peter
Hi, I love your layout, so much going on and really good trains, thank you for showing us. Please could you tell me where you got your yard gates from, the ones going over the points into the siding? I have looked everywhere for gates like this an can't seem to find any. Thank you.
Hi there, it's a kit. This one www.kernowmodelrailcentre.com/p/16314/436-Ratio-Security-Fencing
Cheers Peter
@@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 Thank you Peter really appreciate it!
Hi Pete,
Another Great Video as usual..!👌 The 56 sound is Fantastic and I may just buy one now..!🤔
I have a question:
On the DRS Class 37405, it was produced by Bachmann with a printed multiple working socket. On your one you have fitted an orange socket piece, as like 37424 & 37425… Where do I purchase that piece please (well x2 for each end)?
Please Advise
Many Thanks
Graham.
Well spotted Graham you certainly know your Bachman models, it came from a donor body shell so not available as a spare part, unless like me you pick up a cheep body shell
All the best Peter
Surprised you didn't go for the DCR 56091 or Colas 56049, got both of those for myself with sound.
Yes the Cavalex Class 56 is really up there with Accurascale's Class 37 and Class 55 for quality and sound, Cav & Alex really nailed it and now looking forward to my Cavalex DCR & Cappagh Class 60's later this year.
Just a couple of points.
1. Not a fan of the loco being screwed onto a plinth without any protection for the loco facing up apart from the foam resting on top along the box, go back to using ice-cube packaging please. Also noticed my loco's had moved to an angle on the plinth within the box which may cause issues (apparently it has, see RMweb Cavalex Class 56 thread) but if you need to keep putting the loco back in the box for logistical reasons then having this method will be a pain.
2. Jury is out on not having all-wheel drive but instead Cavalex have gone for AIA-AIA configuration whereas every other manufacturers apply all-wheel drive to their loco's, believe Cavalex have their reasons but we shall see how this pans out going forward on people's layouts pulling heavy trains especially with inclines.
To be honest not sure why having all-wheel drive now appears to be an issue and/or since Chadwick's video the other week, never seen anyone moan about it until Charlie's video and at the end of the day he had an issue with his track and for me there was too much focus on Accurascale's Class 37 which was unfair considering it had nothing to do with Charlies track issues.
3. I configured the loco's via Lokprogrammer to have the cab lights switch off after moving off and coming back on when stopped, IMO they should be configured like that out of the box and for me an annoying aspect from Bachmann as well but you can argue either way.
Great job from Cavalex and they have my full support for bringing out products like this along with Accurascale & Revolution Trains.
Cheers Steve
Regarding point no2, one man did a review on set track laid onto a carpet floor which was uneven and complained about wheel slip. Since then another 30 min+ video has appeared on YT showing four different Cavalex 56’s hauling scale length heavy trains up helixes and gradients including standing starts etc, also very smooth over pointwork so the jury really shouldn’t need to worry about the A1A-A1A configuration.
@@RobertCant-mo2nk Yes have seen the videos.
I'm not particularly worried about it but more on the Cavalex thought process around this as opposed to all other manufacturers.
Will be interesting to see how this ages with time with those hauling long trains over all sorts of conditions on a regular basis and whether this AIA-AIA configuration puts undue strain on the motor.
Time will tell.
Well I doubt many people will be running scale length trains looking at that rake of HAA’s and not too many layouts will have gradients and helixes. It’s not too unique as other manufacturers have gone down this route although admittedly not often but most models appear to be built down to a price or at least with compromises. Cavalex have stated the desire to build the best model possible using the production techniques now available and have given their reason for the floating axle. There is an argument that this configuration actually causes less strain on the motor due to it only needing to load up for four axles rather than six plus there should be more traction from the weight being distributed over 8 wheels rather than 12.
Hi Steve - as someone that was a part of the process in bringing the 56 to market, I can tell you we spent hours debating the packaging. For us the primary purpose of the packaging was to get the models to customers from China in one piece. looking at the bogies made up of 36+ parts this was vital as we couldn’t have pieces turning up in the box off of the locos. Whilst the ice cube/clam shell packaging is easier to get the model in and out of, the bigger priority was protecting the model. During tests we found this design of packaging was far more protective of the models as opposed to the traditional packaging design - especially with foam touching the model, you want to ensure the model does not move during transit and the packaging doesn’t pull of any detail parts.
AIA config is also going to bring more benefit to more users than having all wheel drive would (over uneven track, helixes, gradients etc). The additional compensation allows for all of the wheels/axles to be in contact with the track at all times vs all wheel drive which has a tendency to rock on the centre axle and cause derailments.
Hopefully some of the thoughts above help!
Will
Hi Steve, yes am tempted by the ones you put forward, problem is If I get a Colas version I would want it to be joined by class 70 and 37s which I don't have ..... yet. :)
Cheers Peter
Hi Peter where do you get the couplings you use from?
Cheers
Hi everything is Hunt couplings, The one I demonstrate is one I made using the magnet
Cheers Peter
Hi Pete a good video i use hunt magnetic couplings did you purchase the loco magnetic coupling or make them yourself ? i would like to know Kind regards Martin
Hi Martin, the magnet I hook to the loco I made myself from a broken Hunt magnet
Cheers Peter
Thank you Pete i have one as well and will give it a go tank you @@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162
Good Afternoon Peter, I hope you're well
Wow really nice class 56 really like it.
Can i ask your points on your layout are they standard Hornby set track ones?
Cheers Deano
Hi Deano, yes Torridon Road is 100% Hornby Set track and the points are standard points
Cheers Peter
hi there peter where do you get you loco couplings from
Hi Torridon Road runs 100% on Hunt couplings. However the coupling I demonstrated I made using the magnet from a Hunt coupling
Cheers Peter
whats next peter
Not heard of that brand before.
You have now!
Is it a UK company?@@sapphirejunction8993
Hi Peter as another has asked how did you make or where did you get the couplings that you fitted to your locos from?
Hi everything is Hunt couplings, The one I demonstrate is one I made using the magnet
Cheers Peter
Hi Peter where do you get your drivers from?
Cheers
Hi, I replaced some Bachmann drivers with ones from West Hill Wagon Works. I never got rid of the old ones but repainted them and that's what's in the new 47 and 56
Cheers Peter
Hi Peter Layout looking good, where did you get the Balfour Beatty engineers crane?
Make your mark models. Expensive as its a resin kit he makes to order makeyourmarkmodels.com
Cheers Peter
Peter, I meant to ask, do the middle wheels in the bogie float up and down as well as slide side to side, it isn't clear on the video?
There's not a lot of movement and I didn't notice TBH but yes. Happy to say I have not had to put it to the test
@@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 If the middle axle doesn't float up and down then that will not stop the bogie pivoting and possibly derailing the loco, as Charlie Bishop's Accurascale class 37 was doing on his imperfect helix track; in which case Cavalex might as well have made it part of the power train with all wheel drive!
Hi Peter. My eyes could be deceiving me but it looks like you’ve fitted a driver. If so, how did you find getting the seat out and back in, as I’m struggling to remove it and I’m concerned about snapping the peg that sits in the hole? Anyone else successfully fitted a driver? Thanks 👍🏻🚂
Hi Brian, yes fitted a driver. I removed the cab with the chairs out of the body, its only clipped in place. Driver is a Bachman one that I have repainted. Had to shave it down quite a lot up to the waist of the figure to fit the very small space of the chair. I used Black Tac to hold it in place. I do believe that Cavalex has a driver figure for this model,
www.modelu3d.co.uk/product/10225/
Cheers Peter
@@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 thanks Peter. I did consider removing the cab, but concluded that as Cavalex themselves advised removing the seats in the instruction booklet, then that was the way to go… so it was straight forward enough to unclip, and then clip back in the cab? 👍🏻
Yes very, just make sure you get it in front of the small screw in the roof that holds the cabs LED in place
@@torridonroadbypeterdixon4162 cheers Peter and drivers ordered from Modelu
Hello.please could you enlighten me on something here regarding Accurscale products. i don't know what they are up to.
but i get an email. here is our New release. go to the sight.nearly everything advertised is sold out. first day.
i am sure they up to something in regards of limited production.(keep prices high)?
so now with Cavalex and Helen making top end OO. and i am just starting out in this gauge. i avoid them like the Plague.
so instead ordered a Helen class 47 and now will purposely purchase other make first!. don't care about there Guarantee,
*** WARNING *** Peter, this is very important. I am alarmed that you have highlighted the Accurascale lifetime warranty announcement at its initial face value, without explaining its restrictions and exemptions contained within it. This is giving your viewers a false sense of security about the actual cover being offered. The ACCURASCALE WARRANTY, welcome as it is, is only a "LIMITED" lifetime warranty, NOT an UNLIMITED warranty!**** READ THE WARRANTY CONDITIONS and understand the exclusions, this is critical or you could be caught out!
Unless the model was bought brand new in your name from an approved retailer (NOT EBAY) or direct from Accurascale themselves; has been kept in perfect, untouched, un-weathered cosmetic condition along with ALL of its packaging, then you are NOT necessarily covered for repairs. If sent back, you may not even get the same model back! It is a NON TRANSFERABLE warranty so only the initial buyer has any cover at all for that loco and NOT a SECOND HAND purchaser. Please read the warranty and ask all your viewers to do the same. Regards Julian
"Unless the model was bought brand new in your name from an approved retailer (NOT EBAY)"...can be from an eBay retailer who is an approved Accurascale stockist.
"has been kept in perfect, untouched, un-weathered cosmetic condition along with ALL of its packaging, then you are NOT necessarily covered for repairs"...that is downright mis-information, the product can be weathered and whatever else you do to it as long it is not the cause of the issue and you will get your original loco back after repair and not some other model, but you cannot ask for a new body or whatever else if you have altered or damaged it.
"It is a NON TRANSFERABLE warranty so only the initial buyer has any cover at all for that loco and NOT a SECOND HAND purchaser."...how's this any different to any other manufacturer, this is standard practise!
The Accurascale Warranty is literally no different to any other manufacturer warranty apart from them going the extra mile and making it lifetime.
Now stop being over dramatic and putting fear into people for no reason, anyone can go to their website & read the warranty conditions and they are also further explained in their thread on the RMweb forum.
@@sapphirejunction8993 So, to be clear, you want me to stop asking people to read, understand and be fully aware of the limitations/exemptions being offered by Accurascale's newly announced limited lifetime warranty? Why? Would you rather they remain in ignorance and possibly be caught out?
In my opinion what you have replied with is not the case, that is not what the warranty states.
@@theeventhorizon-valebridge9512 No I don't, you just need to get your facts right and not be so over-dramatic with your post.
It just comes across as having a beef with Accurascale or having some sort of agenda against them.
Just remember their warranty hasn't changed apart from being just 12 months to now being Lifetime which is a massive bonus and IMO all other manufacturers should follow suit.
@@theeventhorizon-valebridge9512 No not at all and is not what I'm implying.
I have highlighted your non-factual data in regards to the warranty, which you haven't disputed, and your post just comes across as having a dig at or beef with Accurascale.
"In my opinion what you have replied with is not the case, that is not what the warranty states."...wrong again, have another go at reading it.
Accurascale should be commended in offering this Lifetime Warranty and goes beyond every other manufacturer who should follow suite if they have confidence in their products.