You’re a channel star Charlie, a very top man. Always love your perfect blend of humour and seriousness, the railroad modeller entertainer is what you undoubtedly are. I’ve just started on a new O gauge layout and your channel is always my first point of reference whenever I’m not sure as I know deep down you are a perfectionist without an ego. Thank you so much.
Totally agree. I had a flashback to when I was a kid and I am now 54. When you are a kid you want the train to run as fast as possible making it skid as it comes to a halt. When you grow up you realise the train speed has to be realistic and it’s just beautiful. Great at work Charlie..
This video got me thinking. I do not have any Shunters. I do not have any reason on my layout for one. Since next year I start my expansion project I will have to rethink my design to incorporate more sidings and a need for them. We have some very nice locomotives in the US but Europe’s locos are in my opinion a work of art. Thanks Charlie!
Hi Charlie, great video, thank you (of course they all are!) It was a highlight of our weekend for my Dad, Bertie, and I to meet you at the Warley Show on Saturday. I had hoped I would see you. Some people say "Don't meet your heroes, because you'll be disappointed". Not at all, you're a real gentleman. What a pleasure. Funny and informative. Oh and patient! You know, for all the great layouts and splendid trade stands that day, it was the people we met that made it for us. And you, at the top of the list. Thanks again, Charlie, you're a really super chap.
Volunteering at Lincolnshire Wolds railway on the P-Way gang I am spending a lot of time scrabbling round our 08; learning to prep it for a day's permanent way track laying and maintenance. It really is the old boy that delivers. Oiling it up, climbing around it in the rain and wind, engenders a deep affection for this capable old beast. Thank you for your celebration of shunters.
Charlie, @ 26:45 I got a laugh a bit as the loco fell out of the body . . . it's happened to the best of us. Thank you for putting this comparison together for all us guys trying to figure out which shunter to get for our yards. You are by far, the best at presenting this stuff to us beginners. Have a GREAT! New Years, stay healthy and keep on modeling.
Thanks PW, I’m so pleased that you find the channel interesting. When that shunter fell apart, I was mortified, but fortunately nothing was broken! Best wishes for 2023, regards, Charlie
As an N gauge modeller even with well laid and clean track, And live frogs, and all locos wheels and contexts being clean, and the contact set properly, I still find stay alive a “must have”.
First all the best for 2023...thanks Charlie, I think the shunter 08 was my first train, around 1962 or so. A black one Tri-Ang was the brand. A wonderful memory......!!!! Thanks
That Hornby 06 has had quite a few mods, most noticeable the fitting of crankshafts which are not on the original. It also appears to have had fine scale wheels fitted. Nice.
The class 06 has been modified with a replacement chassis, can't say exactly who from might be branchlines if memory is right but its not the hornby chassis which is their standard 0-4-0 unit on the as produced model, this chassis mod and body detail kit was meant to solve the many issues with the old hornby tooling and inaccurate chassis.
It was very interesting with 2 08s getting loaded wagons out of Clipstone colliery sidings when slurry coated the rails at the lorry crossings, Good days gone forever great blog.
While I'm a US modeler, I admit my favorite shunters are the BR Class 04, 07, and 08. Here in the States, our shunters were primarily the GE 44-ton and 70-ton, the EMD SW1200 and SW1500. The shunter was phased out by the 70s, but is often found on heritage railways as they were cheap to purchase and easy to maintain.
I note that the Hornby 06 had what looked like an after market (or hand made) chassis. I recently bought a SH one for my children's layout and have been recommissioning it for service. Nice video, thank you.
Hi Charlie Excellent as always. Love the mistakes and broken bits. I dropped a Bachmann class 47 years ago but Bachmann were marvelous and shipped me several small parts for repair. Hope you can do the same with your missing steps. Looking forward to your stay alive episode. Once again thanks. So informative and down to earth. Stay safe Howard
We worked on them in Eastleigh 5 years ago i rember putting on the connecting rod i never forget it weights 300 pounds 2 of us to do it ,it was from up north we put a new engine in it
That 06 of your friend's has been given a new chassis probably by Branchlines. If you look at the underneath the thin chassis frames are held apart by several spacers. Plus the 06 has the correct jackshaft drive with a crank under the cab. This feature the original Hornby model didnt have. One interesting fact, on some lines in the north of England the 03 pilot engines were prefered over the 08 as they were geared to run at 28mph rather than the 15mph of the 08 which meant they could keep out of the way of faster traffic which was a godsend to the control office covering the area concerned. One point, the hump on top of the body in front of the cab was the loco fuel tank. To most Railwaymen and women in the area I worked in the 08 was described as a 350 pilot and the 03 as a 204 pilot. 'Shunter' refered to the person on the ground giving handsignals to the driver, couple and uncouple vehicles etc.
Thanks Tulyar, I was aware that the Shunter, was actually the guy doing the coupling. However, I’ve never known the term 350 pilot etc. Many thanks great information. Regards Charlie
My first DCC conversion was a 14xx, successful I might add. Decided to try a split chassis 57xx for my shunter and station pilot. Opened it, began planning how to insulate and convert, only never to be able to reassemble it. Never trying a split chassis again... Ended up buying another 57xx 😅
On the recommend / not-recommend front... I have an old Class 09 BR Blue Shunter from Lima that I converted to DCC. The motor sounds like a hammer drill. Not recommended for layout use because of the noise, but I do use it during my track laying as a reliable tester, and you can hear it even when out of sight. I'll be looking for a good Class 08 for the layout so this video is a great overview. Cheers, Charlie!
Ive got a few hornby 08.. which i love! The sentinel 040 is a wonderful little model.. but such a apin to work on, ive had to replace a couple handrails already. One of my favourites to run is the oxford rail Janus. A great little shunter with an effective mechanism and it always has run so silently too.
@ChadwickModelRailway Cheers Charlie :) I've just recently discovered your channel and the content is great, very useful! Subbed and making my way through your video catalogue!
WOW, as I have just finished my future layout on AnyRail I am looking at Engines and Rolling Stock Shunters are my fav pick, so I want to watch the Blue and White 07 010 looks GREATR
Charlie, I bought my Duette back in 1976 for the princely sum of £14.00; in terms of DC power units, it beats them all, & it's still used by my son to this day. Of course, this was a time when electrical goods were all 'Solid State', & thereby, built to last; forty six years on, it's still a champion. Excellent presentation - Thank you !
I liked this update Charlie, a bit of real & model history. I noticed Dick's class 06 had a hand built chassis, not the Hornby generic 0-4-0 one. I had the same problem with my Heljan 14 bits dropping of down the lack of glue! 😒😒 I did see you at Warley today, but didn't approach as you were with Alan of Dragon Junction
Another great video, thank you. I never put you down as the kind of guy who would be impressed with sprung buffers. Always thought they were a complete waste of time.
All of my Shunters are 08s, most of them in green. I have one blue one, that I bought as a younger version of me. it still has its box and the price is shown as £3,25. Harlow Toy and Nursery Centre. Martin. (Thailand)
"any way it comes out like that". Had me laughing. I'm very glad these videos are more down to earth showing what really happens over something 'perfectly' edited and shot with multiple takes
I do like the class 03. I live pretty close to Hornsey, in North London, and am thinking of modelling it in the blue diesel era of my childhood. It is the stuff of daydreams at present. However, at risk of sharp intakes of breath, I already know I'll be taking the outrageous liberty of introducing 03179 long before it displayed it's first capital connect livery.
Well, it was more than I could resist to unbox and pop my Graham Farish Class 03 and Class 14 on a bit of track on the coffee table as I watched the video this afternoon (not having a layout as yet). Better shunt off now and do something less self-indulgent. Must put the locos back in their boxes first.....
I've got lots of safe places that I can never find. The secret is to sneak up on them months later when you don't need the piece anymore, or when you've bought a replacement they seem to appear. Great video as always regards Sam Woodward
Thank you Charlie. Most enjoyable episode. In a former professional life I had the opportunity for a lot of rides in shunting locomotives, mostly 08's, at Bescot, Tinsley and various other yard but my favourites the remote controlled, (were they Sentinels?) operating at British Steel Lakenby. For my own OO layout I wanted an 08 and in my ignorance bought a cheap Hornby one which displays all the problems you have previously detailed when runnng over points etc. But when running properly though it goes well. Currently I've got it apart waiting to be weathered extensively and fitted with 'stay alive' courtesy of your video on the subject and an Illuminated Models kit. My 'go to' shunter though is a Roco HO BoBo Deutsche Bahn 211 series locomotive. As my layout isn't essentially prototypical and built mainly for operational fun, the 211 is a gem. Heavier, no stalling, powerful and reliable. Even at HO it doesn't really look out of place, although I guess a purist would be horrifeid. I've decided to relivery it in Balfour Beatty colours to fit in with the infrastructure rolling stock and siding infrastructure I've installed. Nothing quite like a bit of shunting is there?
Excellent video as always. I have two N Gauge 08’s in BR green - lovely. Also, thanks for the screwdrivers tip (ouch) - I ordered them via your link. Cheers, Andy.
Hi Charlie I use a class 94XX pannier tank as a shutter and for a local goods runner, great videos by the way I have learnt a fantastic amount and gained a lot of confidence from stuff you have done and warned us against. Brilliant. And thanks.
Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you find the channel useful. Judging from your login name, do you have a RUclips account? Or are you a Subscriber? Regards, Charlie
Hello, I watched one of your videos, which I find very useful and informative, and you were trying various methods to control sound. A few years ago, while I was building a new layout I had the same issue. After some searching, I found a suggestion for self-adhesive, soundproofing foam for autos, about 1/4", or 5mm thick. I tried it and am very satisfied. I cut strips to put on the base of plywood, then glue cork roadbed on top of that. I find when you cut all the sound effects of the locomotives, it's almost perfectly quiet - sometimes even a little creepy😀 because if you aren't going fast, you really can't hear anything. Thanks again for your fine videos and keep em' coming!
@@ChadwickModelRailway Thanks, actually it's more like 1/8th of an inch thick, but it does the job. I am very satisfied with it and use it where I can. Thanks again and have a great day!
Really interesting video Charlie and I can’t wait for the “stay alive” video. I have 2 shunters, both Hornby. A dreadful red colour 08 and a 040 Bagnall. The 08 DCC gets stuck on points if it’s in slow running mode. Hence the need for a “stay alive”. It will be interesting to see what you recommend.
Thanks Charlie, I really am grateful for your policy of showing footage “warts an’ all !” Having fallen off the sofa in hysterics, I picked myself up and thought how wonderful it is that it’s not only me that suffers from unfortunate events such as the chassis of that 03 making a bid for freedom like that, and I’m sure my response is the same as yours was too 🤣 But joking aside, I’m glad the loco suffered no ill effects. It’s a bit of a minefield when it comes to removing body shells, some you need to dig them out with a shovel and some just fall out - either way having to take immense care not to bend things or break things off ! I don’t really have anything useful to say about shunters - believe it or not, the only one I currently have is a very old Triang Hornby Class 08 from my 1970’s youth that I’ll never run on my current railway. It goes like a rocket though, it’s scale speed could be hauling some of the top notch express trains ! Anyway, interesting stuff., thanks for another great video.. Sadly, I’m no longer coming to Warley as I’d planned due to the train strike. I’m gutted as I’ve never been before and I’ve been wanting to come for the past two years but obviously couldn’t. I really thought I’d make it this year 😢 It’s too far for me to drive, especially with the fuel cost so looks like I’ll have to wait and see what stops me from going next year ! Take care Charlie and have a great time at the Warley show. Perhaps you might consider do a video round up for those of us the can/t be there ?
Marvellous video Charlie. I can't say I have a shunter "problem" but I certainly have a soft spot for 0-4-0 and 0-6-0 locos. Maybe they're just "cute"! However, feeding that addiction, I will now be on the look out for a Class 05 which I don't currently own. Cheers
Nice to see the modern class 03's. I have a Mainline class 03 which I believe is the basis of the Bachmann model. It is split chassis model and was difficult to fit with a decoder. It does however run well for its age but is rather noisy. I have fitted a permanently attached pickup fitted shunter truck which aids running since fitting stay alive looks impossible. I find that body removal to fit a decoder on most models is more difficult than it should be.
Charlie, at first I was thrown by the term, "shunter." I had images of some electronic component. We would call them "switchers," but I rather like shutters! Two nations separated by a common language. Those are lovely little locos.
Hello Charlie, great video,I recently bought a Bachmann 09 class, it is a DC one but I find these engines run so smooth,I will eventually be building a small modern layout.these are a nice range of locos.
Great video as always Charlie. I have 2 hornby 0-4-0 Sentinels one bar driven and one chain driven. Both are okay on dcc. My bachmann 08 is on dcc and is a beauty it crawls so slow! A little left field I have a Proto2000 H0 sw1200 on dcc and that is unreal! Its over due a repaint and modification to look like the sw1001's in Whatley and Torre works quarries.
Hi charlie I was at Warliegh and wanted to congratulate you on your videos.Im helping an old couple,Ray is wheel chair bound with Parkinsons,His medication is sparodic in that he may be awake and lucid at very odd hours of the day and night.I introduced them both to your videos.His wife and he both watch at any time of the night or day.Although Ray may never attain his dream railway he always says I want mine like that! You dont know the pleasure you give to so many people ! Best wishes to you and your wife and have a very Merry Christmas,,regards Neville Powell
Steam is my thing but I wanted an early shunter for my coal yard and I chose the Bachmann 03, what an outstanding model this turned out to be, quiet, reliable, capable of a crawl with prototypical speeds, outperforms just about everything on my layout. And cab lights and driver! Great Video Charlie.
I enjoy your videos, they are entertaining. Ah! Shunters, I love them. Not sure why, but I do. I am eagerly awaiting the upcoming 02. I tried making a kit of one in N Gauge, years ago before that scale became too hard to see😂. It did not get finished. Ah well! Keep up the good work. Ian
I like the history in these locos. I have a soft spot for the “switchers” or shunters here in the USA. It was one of my first locos that I actually owned myself and wasn’t passed down from a sibling. It was a Chessie System loco. I just recently got one for my n scale/gauge layout that I’m planning on repainting and relabeling, but it’s pretty complicated to take apart and above all, small. Great topic!
Yes a great subject and another first class video. I had a 1960’s Triang 0-6-0 class 8 shunter in Brunswick green . It was absolutely my favourite locomotive .sadly twenty years later when I decided to get back into the hobby I sold all my British stuff to go North American.cheers
24:43 "this is the time when its your opportunity now to rip all the bits off like I normally do" - You had me in fits of giggles with that statement 😂 I will say I am guilty of doing things like this. it's easily done and happens to the best of us.
@@ChadwickModelRailway same to you Charlie. We will maybe see you about if you make a visit the model rail Scotland or if I make it to some shows down south!
Hi Charlie, While the 06 body is from Hornby, the chassis appears to be kit or scratch built with a multi stage gearbox. The Hornby chassis is the "pocket rocket" chassis, which has no jackshaft drive, and generally looks and performs a lot worse. If your friend bought this thinking it was a standard Hornby model (and paid standard Hornby prices) then he got a very good deal indeed!
My experience of Heljan (limited to 3 locos) is that they are quiet and smooth but hell on earth to dismantle and re-assemble for maintenance or repair. Great video. Thanks
Ahh, memories. My very first loco when I dipped into modelling 10 years ago was that Bachmann 03 shunter D2388, bought secondhand for £34. I used it for an Inglenook shunting puzzle, using Kadee couplings. Since converted it to DCC using a Bachmann board. Lovely little loco, still one of my favourites.
As an American railway modeler I don't know much about the different classes of British locomotives. I have been a huge fan of the Class 09 for several years. Now though, that Class 14 is a real beauty. It reminds me of my favorite American locomotive, the ALCO RS-3. Great video!! Thanks for sharing. Cheers - Larry.
oh dear oh dear oh dear....I have not a single shunter so my life is clearly incomplete. need to head to the shops methinks armed with this great guidance
Hi Charlie, yet another entertaining video, bloopers included🙂 I had a fail with a Bachmann 04 shunter with a split Chassis, it was a lovely runner until I attempted to convert it to DCC 🤔 I did successfully convert it but unfortunately it never ran as smoothly again. I'm looking forward to Warley, it's fabulous show with many smaller traders in attendance. Regards, David.
I was actually looking for a video to explain how to tell and my, what a helpful video! Your big arch bridge also gave me motivation to spilt my whole layout in half just to make a river for a bridge. Keep up the stunning work Charlie.
Great video, as always fascinating. I am still relatively new, again after some years, to the wonderful world of modelling railways. The first engine I bought this time round was the Hornby 08 (R3898TTS BR, Class 08, 0-6-0, 3817 - Era 6), my one lasting recollection of my childhood layout was a Class 08. A great runner but I do look forward to your "stay alive" video as I probably like most do have issues from time to time.
hi there.great shunters,i have the bachmann 08 in black and hornby Bagnall 0-4-0 which is in the railroad range,a very good loco..finaly i have a Triang 08 which i had as child in 1963.these locos just keep going,
Bit late to the party... Recently bought a DCC ready Bachmann Santa Fe S4 off that popular auction site. Fitted a Digitrax decoder. It barely does half the max speed of other locos but slow shunting is a breeze with it.
Very interesting Charlie, BUT a tad too modern for my taste. How about a lovely GWR Panier tank? Every yard had fleets of them when I was a lad. Regards - Chris
The 06 appears to have had a new chassis built. As far as I remember, as originally made, they come with the 'smokie joe' style chassis, without the jackshaft drive behind the rear steps.
Shunter So shunters my favorite loco At 52 seconds of video, from right to left. looks new ,the nose grill on this one. is best looking of all the nose grill and trimming . Next love the weathering 3rd one you got you finger on it . I like that one it has the best weathering . It would be my pick 4 and 5 they would be working hard . This type loco was my first train set ..
Great video, I was amazed at the slow, smooth movement of some of those locos in DC, a good friend of mine installs decoders, up to 10 per week, and at least 1 out of 12 comes apart as yours did, as you say “happens to the best of us” Jack
Excellent video as usual, we call them them switchers, yard pilot or yard goats over here in Canada. Love the mistakes and your honesty in these videos👍👍👍
I was a shunter in Melbourne Australia some time ago, we had a couple of 08 shunting locomotives that we called the F class. They were on broad gauge and had wooden guard rails placed next to the rodding for extra safety, aside that they looked identical. I only worked on it once on the gravitation hump where it was used as a trimmer. It was very jerky as I remember. Crews did not like it much.
Thanks Charlie, some my new favourites (especially the 05… I saw one on a trade stand at a recent show, had a good look but resisted, cursing that decision now!). As primarily an HO USA modeller my collection of ‘switchers’ is something I’m really pleased with and continue to expand. I was interested in your comment about split chassis DCC conversions which I used to shy away from. However, I’ve just completed a Bachmann Jinty and have been pleased with it, as well as some of the US models (principally the Kato EMD NW2s). Great feature of these models, as well as the perils of body shell removal. Hope you enjoy Warley.
Hi Tony. Thank you for your video. I thought it was very enlightening to see the challenges sometimes imposed with the removal of the body from the chassis of shunters. It obviously requires a very steady hand, and dexterity. t is reassuring to know that things can happen unexpectedly during this process, despite taking the necessary precautions. But we can reflect upon these things in order to learn for next time. I am also glad everything was in one piece,
I built the Airfix Drury (04) shunter many years ago. Saw them in RL at Settle Speakman in Queenborough Kent, along with a Kerr 0-4-0 Saddle Tank and some other odd diesel shunters.
Charlie 2X 07 where used in ICI Wilton in teeside there’s not many photos of them there. 1 went to ICI billingham plant but sadly no photo exist of this
Hi Charlie, another great video, thank-you. An enjoyable deep-dive into a class of locomotive which may be overlooked. As you may anticipate (from my previous ramblings…) I maintained 08s at Laira during the 1980s, when these machines were only just 30 years old. They were heavily engineered to be capable of their role. The size of the cast iron brake blocks was something to be seen and the fitters would use a frame and pry-bar or lever to fit them. This was unusual as the mechanical fitters were capable of lifting most very heavy brake blocks in awkward positions unaided for most of the fleet. Some of the strongest handshakes you were likely to encounter….Never heard the nickname you used to refer to them. I seem to recall the ‘shunters’ were actually the men who did the coupling and uncoupling, the 08s being shunting locomotives but that’s just semantics I appreciate! (Maybe similar to the original use of ‘typewriter’ being the operator of the typewriting machine?). Reliable and powerful, dangerous too as surprisingly silent running. Thanks again. Kind regards. Chas.
Hi Charlie, Interesting video a great selection you had as well. I have 4 shunters on mine so they are the Barclay 06 (Hornby)(S/H from Hattons) which was a very bad runner but to make it better connected a Shunters Wagon to it with some added pick ups which did help it a lot but it is now even much better due to the improvements I made to the layout for iTrains operation. The second is an 03 (Bachmann) with factory fitted sound which does well and did improve a lot after the track upgrade all so. The third is a Janus 0-6-0 with the factory sound (Oxford Rail) which is my worst performer by far and the handrails are to say the least prone to detach. My last one is the trusty 08 in the DB orange with the factory sound (Hornby) which is one of the best models that Hornby has made and has run without stalling over all my tracks from the very beginning and is so strong that after dropping it there was no damage done and you cannot say that about many models. I did buy a stay alive for the 03 but so far have not fitted it as it runs ok but it is always a thing I can do if needed.To finish well done for highlighting the issues you had with your new decoder as it lets all modelers know that even the big brands have there issues. Cheers Robert.
You’re a channel star Charlie, a very top man. Always love your perfect blend of humour and seriousness, the railroad modeller entertainer is what you undoubtedly are. I’ve just started on a new O gauge layout and your channel is always my first point of reference whenever I’m not sure as I know deep down you are a perfectionist without an ego. Thank you so much.
What a heartwarming comment, Tom, you’re far too kind mate. Regards, Charlie
Totally agree. I had a flashback to when I was a kid and I am now 54. When you are a kid you want the train to run as fast as possible making it skid as it comes to a halt. When you grow up you realise the train speed has to be realistic and it’s just beautiful. Great at work Charlie..
1:03 what a name!
Its good watching back these videos!
I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie
"put them somewhere safe" - How I chuckled - I do that all the time!
I’m sure it’s an age thing. Regards, Charlie
Yup!!!
I also saw a class 07 working in private ownership at the grain terminal at Kennet between Peterborough and Ipswich as late as 1996.
Great info mate. Much appreciated, regards, Charlie
This video got me thinking. I do not have any Shunters. I do not have any reason on my layout for one. Since next year I start my expansion project I will have to rethink my design to incorporate more sidings and a need for them. We have some very nice locomotives in the US but Europe’s locos are in my opinion a work of art. Thanks Charlie!
I’m so pleased that you found a video so interesting Blue 68 Camaro. Shunters are delightful little locos. Regards, Charlie
Hi Charlie, great video, thank you (of course they all are!) It was a highlight of our weekend for my Dad, Bertie, and I to meet you at the Warley Show on Saturday. I had hoped I would see you. Some people say "Don't meet your heroes, because you'll be disappointed". Not at all, you're a real gentleman. What a pleasure. Funny and informative. Oh and patient! You know, for all the great layouts and splendid trade stands that day, it was the people we met that made it for us. And you, at the top of the list. Thanks again, Charlie, you're a really super chap.
Will you behave!
Thanks for such a heartwarming comment Nick, the pleasure was all mine.
Please give Bertie my regards.
Take care, Charlie
Volunteering at Lincolnshire Wolds railway on the P-Way gang I am spending a lot of time scrabbling round our 08; learning to prep it for a day's permanent way track laying and maintenance. It really is the old boy that delivers. Oiling it up, climbing around it in the rain and wind, engenders a deep affection for this capable old beast. Thank you for your celebration of shunters.
What a great, Michael, I’m really grateful. Regards, Charlie.
Charlie,
@ 26:45 I got a laugh a bit as the loco fell out of the body . . . it's happened to the best of us. Thank you for putting this comparison together for all us guys trying to figure out which shunter to get for our yards. You are by far, the best at presenting this stuff to us beginners. Have a GREAT! New Years, stay healthy and keep on modeling.
Thanks PW, I’m so pleased that you find the channel interesting. When that shunter fell apart, I was mortified, but fortunately nothing was broken! Best wishes for 2023, regards, Charlie
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Hi Charlie, great video. Reference chimney coments all 03's had "flower Pots" whilst all 04 had "cones"
Yes, that dawned on me at the end.
Regards Charlie
As an N gauge modeller even with well laid and clean track, And live frogs, and all locos wheels and contexts being clean, and the contact set properly, I still find stay alive a “must have”.
I think that your bang on the money, Doug. Regards, Charlie.
Hi Charlie. It was nice to finally meet you today at Warley NEC I'm sure you enjoyed meeting me to 😀 but in all honesty it was a very enjoyable day.
Yes, it’s always a joy to meet like-minded people, and have a decent chat.
Stay safe mate, regards, Charlie
First all the best for 2023...thanks Charlie, I think the shunter 08 was my first train, around 1962 or so. A black one Tri-Ang was the brand. A wonderful memory......!!!! Thanks
I’m so pleased that it brought back such great memories WJ. Regards Charlie
that was freat and very enlightening, also glad to hear you sounding so much better,roy
Thanks Roy, I’m well on the way to recovery now thankfully. Take care buddy. Regards, Charlie
That Hornby 06 has had quite a few mods, most noticeable the fitting of crankshafts which are not on the original. It also appears to have had fine scale wheels fitted. Nice.
Yes, Dick has made a very nice job of that modification. Regards, Charlie.
The class 06 has been modified with a replacement chassis, can't say exactly who from might be branchlines if memory is right but its not the hornby chassis which is their standard 0-4-0 unit on the as produced model, this chassis mod and body detail kit was meant to solve the many issues with the old hornby tooling and inaccurate chassis.
I’m on the case mate, I shall certainly get to the bottom of this dilemma. Regards, Charlie
Informative and helpful as always - just hope 🎅🏻 is listening . . . . .!!!
Leave a few notes around the house!
Regards Charlie
It was very interesting with 2 08s getting loaded wagons out of Clipstone colliery sidings when slurry coated the rails at the lorry crossings, Good days gone forever great blog.
Yes, a very underestimated little loco.
Have a great Christmas, regards, Charlie
In Victoria we used a close relative of the 08 class hunter known as the F class also a centre cab 0-6-0 W class.
I do believe the design was used in many countries. It proves it’s utility. Regards, Charlie.
While I'm a US modeler, I admit my favorite shunters are the BR Class 04, 07, and 08. Here in the States, our shunters were primarily the GE 44-ton and 70-ton, the EMD SW1200 and SW1500. The shunter was phased out by the 70s, but is often found on heritage railways as they were cheap to purchase and easy to maintain.
Thanks Josh, for a look into your world. Regards, Charlie.
I note that the Hornby 06 had what looked like an after market (or hand made) chassis. I recently bought a SH one for my children's layout and have been recommissioning it for service. Nice video, thank you.
Thanks TS, I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie
Me and my husband dave always enjoy watching your channel keep up the great channel
Thanks Caroline, I’m so pleased that you both enjoy it. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie
Excellent as always.
Love the mistakes and broken bits.
I dropped a Bachmann class 47 years ago but Bachmann were marvelous and shipped
me several small parts for repair. Hope
you can do the same with your missing
steps. Looking forward to your stay alive episode.
Once again thanks. So informative and down to earth.
Stay safe
Howard
A Quick PS
Being retired electric. Never heard of a programmable capacitor.
Must have something extra included.?
Regards to All
Howard
We worked on them in Eastleigh 5 years ago i rember putting on the connecting rod i never forget it weights 300 pounds 2 of us to do it ,it was from up north we put a new engine in it
But I’m sure that those are happy memories mate. Regards, Charlie
Like the close-up running track. This shows the true wonder of these diesel locos...you are definitely the tech wizard.
Thanks David, that’s very kind of you to say so mate. Regards, Charlie
Fascinating look at shunters. Never really thought about them much. Thanks for sharing your knowledge about them . Roy.
You’re most welcome, Roy. Regards, Charlie.
That 06 of your friend's has been given a new chassis probably by Branchlines. If you look at the underneath the thin chassis frames are held apart by several spacers. Plus the 06 has the correct jackshaft drive with a crank under the cab. This feature the original Hornby model didnt have. One interesting fact, on some lines in the north of England the 03 pilot engines were prefered over the 08 as they were geared to run at 28mph rather than the 15mph of the 08 which meant they could keep out of the way of faster traffic which was a godsend to the control office covering the area concerned. One point, the hump on top of the body in front of the cab was the loco fuel tank.
To most Railwaymen and women in the area I worked in the 08 was described as a 350 pilot and the 03 as a 204 pilot. 'Shunter' refered to the person on the ground giving handsignals to the driver, couple and uncouple vehicles etc.
Thanks Tulyar,
I was aware that the Shunter, was actually the guy doing the coupling. However, I’ve never known the term 350 pilot etc. Many thanks great information. Regards Charlie
My first DCC conversion was a 14xx, successful I might add. Decided to try a split chassis 57xx for my shunter and station pilot. Opened it, began planning how to insulate and convert, only never to be able to reassemble it. Never trying a split chassis again... Ended up buying another 57xx 😅
A lesson well learned mate.
Regards Charlie
Thanks Charlie. Great video as always. Love the little shunters, my favourite is indeed the Class 08
A sound choice mate. Regards, Charlie
On the recommend / not-recommend front... I have an old Class 09 BR Blue Shunter from Lima that I converted to DCC. The motor sounds like a hammer drill. Not recommended for layout use because of the noise, but I do use it during my track laying as a reliable tester, and you can hear it even when out of sight. I'll be looking for a good Class 08 for the layout so this video is a great overview. Cheers, Charlie!
Thanks Chris, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video. Good luck with your project, regards, Charlie
Ive got a few hornby 08.. which i love! The sentinel 040 is a wonderful little model.. but such a apin to work on, ive had to replace a couple handrails already. One of my favourites to run is the oxford rail Janus. A great little shunter with an effective mechanism and it always has run so silently too.
Thanks DZ, for sharing you Shunter fleet. Regards Charlie
@ChadwickModelRailway Cheers Charlie :) I've just recently discovered your channel and the content is great, very useful! Subbed and making my way through your video catalogue!
Half wave on the Hammant & Morgan Duette. Great memories.
Still a classic. Regards Charlie
WOW, as I have just finished my future layout on AnyRail
I am looking at Engines and Rolling Stock
Shunters are my fav pick, so I want to watch
the Blue and White 07 010 looks GREATR
Thanks Falcon Eye. I’m so pleased that you found it interesting. Regards Charlie
“As smooth as a doo dar” Every model railway manufacturers dream review 😂 great work Charlie
I’m so pleased that you found it both humorous and interesting Dan.
Regards, Charlie
Charlie, I bought my Duette back in 1976 for the princely sum of £14.00; in terms of DC power units, it beats them all, & it's still used by my son to this day. Of course, this was a time when electrical goods were all 'Solid State', & thereby, built to last; forty six years on, it's still a champion. Excellent presentation - Thank you !
You can’t beat the good old stuff, Andrew. Regards, Charlie
No Sir, Charlie, you can't 🙂
I liked this update Charlie, a bit of real & model history. I noticed Dick's class 06 had a hand built chassis, not the Hornby generic 0-4-0 one. I had the same problem with my Heljan 14 bits dropping of down the lack of glue! 😒😒 I did see you at Warley today, but didn't approach as you were with Alan of Dragon Junction
I’m sorry Vinny, you should’ve come and said hello. Regards Charlie’s
Another great video, thank you. I never put you down as the kind of guy who would be impressed with sprung buffers. Always thought they were a complete waste of time.
I know what you mean about the buffers Andrew. However, they are worth a mention. Regards Charlie
All of my Shunters are 08s, most of them in green. I have one blue one, that I bought as a younger version of me. it still has its box and the price is shown as £3,25. Harlow Toy and Nursery Centre. Martin. (Thailand)
Blimey Martin, today you can’t buy a used coal wagon for that price!
Regards Charlie
"any way it comes out like that". Had me laughing. I'm very glad these videos are more down to earth showing what really happens over something 'perfectly' edited and shot with multiple takes
Thanks Martin, we all like the real world. Regards Charlie
Nice one, Charlie. Had my heart in my mouth when that chassis and body fell apart unexpectedly!
I almost needed a defibrillator! Regards, Charlie
I do like the class 03. I live pretty close to Hornsey, in North London, and am thinking of modelling it in the blue diesel era of my childhood. It is the stuff of daydreams at present. However, at risk of sharp intakes of breath, I already know I'll be taking the outrageous liberty of introducing 03179 long before it displayed it's first capital connect livery.
I’m sure that it’s well worth the outlay mate. Regards, Charlie
A bit of love for Heljan. And much deserved.
For all their faults, they're still some of my most reliable runners.
I certainly can’t disagree with that mate. Regards, Charlie
Thanks Charlie, I always look forward to every other Friday. A Nice way to finish off the working week along with a beer. Lol. Fascinating stuff.
That’s very kind of you to say so Nathan.
With your class 14, if you can't find your steps you can get spares usually from gaugemaster.
Great video. Some lovely little locomotives.
I’m so pleased you found it interesting. I have found the steps, but I’ll keep them safe until I need it in an operational role. Regards, Charlie
You can't have too many shunters Charlie! Thanks for the video
I’m so pleased you found it. Interesting mate. Regards, Charlie
Well, it was more than I could resist to unbox and pop my Graham Farish Class 03 and Class 14 on a bit of track on the coffee table as I watched the video this afternoon (not having a layout as yet). Better shunt off now and do something less self-indulgent. Must put the locos back in their boxes first.....
I’m so pleased that you found it, so inspirational, Lord techno pants.
Regards Charlie
I've got lots of safe places that I can never find. The secret is to sneak up on them months later when you don't need the piece anymore, or when you've bought a replacement they seem to appear. Great video as always regards Sam Woodward
Thanks Sam, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it mate. Regards, Charlie
Genuine laugh out loud at “and it’s a special edition. OoooOOOOooooh!” 😂
A fair response Nick. Regards Charlie
Thank you Charlie. Most enjoyable episode. In a former professional life I had the opportunity for a lot of rides in shunting locomotives, mostly 08's, at Bescot, Tinsley and various other yard but my favourites the remote controlled, (were they Sentinels?) operating at British Steel Lakenby.
For my own OO layout I wanted an 08 and in my ignorance bought a cheap Hornby one which displays all the problems you have previously detailed when runnng over points etc. But when running properly though it goes well. Currently I've got it apart waiting to be weathered extensively and fitted with 'stay alive' courtesy of your video on the subject and an Illuminated Models kit. My 'go to' shunter though is a Roco HO BoBo Deutsche Bahn 211 series locomotive. As my layout isn't essentially prototypical and built mainly for operational fun, the 211 is a gem. Heavier, no stalling, powerful and reliable. Even at HO it doesn't really look out of place, although I guess a purist would be horrifeid. I've decided to relivery it in Balfour Beatty colours to fit in with the infrastructure rolling stock and siding infrastructure I've installed. Nothing quite like a bit of shunting is there?
An excellent comment and I’m sure that your modified 08 will bring great service. Regards Charlie
Excellent informative video Charlie , nice to see the 1973 Ian Allan combined volume make an appearance, brings back memories...😊
Such a simple of times, Dennis, we miss them dearly. Regards, Charlie
Excellent video as always. I have two N Gauge 08’s in BR green - lovely. Also, thanks for the screwdrivers tip (ouch) - I ordered them via your link. Cheers, Andy.
Thanks Andrew, they are a lifetime investment. Regards, Charlie
Hi Charlie I use a class 94XX pannier tank as a shutter and for a local goods runner, great videos by the way I have learnt a fantastic amount and gained a lot of confidence from stuff you have done and warned us against. Brilliant. And thanks.
Thanks mate, I’m so pleased that you find the channel useful.
Judging from your login name, do you have a RUclips account? Or are you a Subscriber?
Regards, Charlie
Thank you Charlie for this!
As for the 08, here in the Netherlands those are also a familiair sight. And loved by a lot of modellers.
Such a popular design, all across Europe. Regards, Charlie
Hello, I watched one of your videos, which I find very useful and informative, and you were trying various methods to control sound. A few years ago, while I was building a new layout I had the same issue. After some searching, I found a suggestion for self-adhesive, soundproofing foam for autos, about 1/4", or 5mm thick. I tried it and am very satisfied. I cut strips to put on the base of plywood, then glue cork roadbed on top of that. I find when you cut all the sound effects of the locomotives, it's almost perfectly quiet - sometimes even a little creepy😀 because if you aren't going fast, you really can't hear anything. Thanks again for your fine videos and keep em' coming!
I’m so pleased that you found a great solution Raymond. Regards, Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway Thanks, actually it's more like 1/8th of an inch thick, but it does the job. I am very satisfied with it and use it where I can. Thanks again and have a great day!
Be nice to see more of these type videos.
I shall see what I can do Paul.
Regards Charlie
Really interesting video Charlie and I can’t wait for the “stay alive” video. I have 2 shunters, both Hornby. A dreadful red colour 08 and a 040 Bagnall. The 08 DCC gets stuck on points if it’s in slow running mode. Hence the need for a “stay alive”. It will be interesting to see what you recommend.
I’m still acquiring components and will probably shoot it in January.
Regards Charlie
Thanks Charlie, I really am grateful for your policy of showing footage “warts an’ all !” Having fallen off the sofa in hysterics, I picked myself up and thought how wonderful it is that it’s not only me that suffers from unfortunate events such as the chassis of that 03 making a bid for freedom like that, and I’m sure my response is the same as yours was too 🤣 But joking aside, I’m glad the loco suffered no ill effects. It’s a bit of a minefield when it comes to removing body shells, some you need to dig them out with a shovel and some just fall out - either way having to take immense care not to bend things or break things off !
I don’t really have anything useful to say about shunters - believe it or not, the only one I currently have is a very old Triang Hornby Class 08 from my 1970’s youth that I’ll never run on my current railway. It goes like a rocket though, it’s scale speed could be hauling some of the top notch express trains !
Anyway, interesting stuff., thanks for another great video..
Sadly, I’m no longer coming to Warley as I’d planned due to the train strike. I’m gutted as I’ve never been before and I’ve been wanting to come for the past two years but obviously couldn’t. I really thought I’d make it this year 😢 It’s too far for me to drive, especially with the fuel cost so looks like I’ll have to wait and see what stops me from going next year !
Take care Charlie and have a great time at the Warley show. Perhaps you might consider do a video round up for those of us the can/t be there ?
Bryan, Charlie really is the greatest huh? Loved your thoughts! Hello from Az USA
@@jhbluestar Hi down there ! Yep, Charlie certainly entertains, great guy and I love his videos.
@@bryan_lane he is so down to earth. My grandkids call him Choo Choo Charlie andlove to watch him with me
@@jhbluestar Choo Choo Charlie 😁 How wonderful ! I hope Charlie sees this !
Great video as always Charlie. I didn’t realise there were so many classes of shunter.
Marvellous video Charlie. I can't say I have a shunter "problem" but I certainly have a soft spot for 0-4-0 and 0-6-0 locos. Maybe they're just "cute"! However, feeding that addiction, I will now be on the look out for a Class 05 which I don't currently own. Cheers
I’m so pleased that you’re managing your addiction, Davie. Regards, Charlie
Nice to see the modern class 03's. I have a Mainline class 03 which I believe is the basis of the Bachmann model. It is split chassis model and was difficult to fit with a decoder. It does however run well for its age but is rather noisy. I have fitted a permanently attached pickup fitted shunter truck which aids running since fitting stay alive looks impossible. I find that body removal to fit a decoder on most models is more difficult than it should be.
I think that you’ve done well to get where you are Robert. Those older models are so difficult. Regards Charlie
Charlie, at first I was thrown by the term, "shunter." I had images of some electronic component. We would call them "switchers," but I rather like shutters! Two nations separated by a common language. Those are lovely little locos.
Thanks James, I’m so pleased that you found our British shunters, or switchers, interesting. Regards Charlie
Hello Charlie, great video,I recently bought a Bachmann 09 class, it is a DC one but I find these engines run so smooth,I will eventually be building a small modern layout.these are a nice range of locos.
That’s great news, Stephen.
Have a great Christmas and best wishes for 2023. Regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway and the same to you.
Great video as always Charlie. I have 2 hornby 0-4-0 Sentinels one bar driven and one chain driven. Both are okay on dcc. My bachmann 08 is on dcc and is a beauty it crawls so slow! A little left field I have a Proto2000 H0 sw1200 on dcc and that is unreal! Its over due a repaint and modification to look like the sw1001's in Whatley and Torre works quarries.
Great Locos, giving a sound service. Regards, Charlie
Hi charlie I was at Warliegh and wanted to congratulate you on your videos.Im helping an old couple,Ray is wheel chair bound with Parkinsons,His medication is sparodic in that he may be awake and lucid at very odd hours of the day and night.I introduced them both to your videos.His wife and he both watch at any time of the night or day.Although Ray may never attain his dream railway he always says I want mine like that! You dont know the pleasure you give to so many people ! Best wishes to you and your wife and have a very Merry Christmas,,regards Neville Powell
What a heart warming comment Neville.
Please pass on my best wishes to Ray and his wife.
Stay safe. Regards Charlie
Steam is my thing but I wanted an early shunter for my coal yard and I chose the Bachmann 03, what an outstanding model this turned out to be, quiet, reliable, capable of a crawl with prototypical speeds, outperforms just about everything on my layout.
And cab lights and driver! Great Video Charlie.
I’m so pleased that you enjoy the video mate. 03 really is a gem. Regards Charlie.
I enjoyed learning about the different shutters. Thanks Charlie.
Thanks Charles, regards Charlie
I enjoy your videos, they are entertaining.
Ah! Shunters, I love them. Not sure why, but I do. I am eagerly awaiting the upcoming 02. I tried making a kit of one in N Gauge, years ago before that scale became too hard to see😂. It did not get finished. Ah well!
Keep up the good work.
Ian
Thanks Ian, we all deserve a few shunters. Regards Charlie
GREAT EPISODE! The Class 08 is a dream model to me (Loved them as a kid in the 1970's and still do!)
Yes, happier times there, William. Regards, Charlie
Never knew shunters could be so interesting, but that was down to you. Another great watch Charlie 👍
Thanks Jeff, that’s so nice of you to say so. Regards, Charlie
I like the history in these locos. I have a soft spot for the “switchers” or shunters here in the USA. It was one of my first locos that I actually owned myself and wasn’t passed down from a sibling. It was a Chessie System loco. I just recently got one for my n scale/gauge layout that I’m planning on repainting and relabeling, but it’s pretty complicated to take apart and above all, small.
Great topic!
Thanks Andrew, I’m so pleased that you found this video, particularly interesting. I’ve never known them as switchers! Regards, Charlie
Yes a great subject and another first class video. I had a 1960’s Triang 0-6-0 class 8 shunter in Brunswick green . It was absolutely my favourite locomotive .sadly twenty years later when I decided to get back into the hobby I sold all my British stuff to go North American.cheers
A shameful mistake, Mark, but one we all make. Regards, Charlie
24:43 "this is the time when its your opportunity now to rip all the bits off like I normally do" - You had me in fits of giggles with that statement 😂 I will say I am guilty of doing things like this. it's easily done and happens to the best of us.
It happens to the best of us Mark. Best wishes for 2023, regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway same to you Charlie. We will maybe see you about if you make a visit the model rail Scotland or if I make it to some shows down south!
Interesting video with lots of information. I was looking for a shutter and your video helped me a lot.
That’s great news Jeff. Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie,
While the 06 body is from Hornby, the chassis appears to be kit or scratch built with a multi stage gearbox. The Hornby chassis is the "pocket rocket" chassis, which has no jackshaft drive, and generally looks and performs a lot worse. If your friend bought this thinking it was a standard Hornby model (and paid standard Hornby prices) then he got a very good deal indeed!
No Joseph, the modifications are all his own work. Regards, Charlie
My experience of Heljan (limited to 3 locos) is that they are quiet and smooth but hell on earth to dismantle and re-assemble for maintenance or repair.
Great video. Thanks
I think you’ve hit the nail on the head there. Regards, Charlie
Ahh, memories. My very first loco when I dipped into modelling 10 years ago was that Bachmann 03 shunter D2388, bought secondhand for £34. I used it for an Inglenook shunting puzzle, using Kadee couplings. Since converted it to DCC using a Bachmann board. Lovely little loco, still one of my favourites.
Great memories Alan, regards Charlie
Great video as usual. Loved learning about the different Diesel Shunters
It’s a fascinating subject Alan.
Regards Charlie
As an American railway modeler I don't know much about the different classes of British locomotives. I have been a huge fan of the Class 09 for several years. Now though, that Class 14 is a real beauty. It reminds me of my favorite American locomotive, the ALCO RS-3. Great video!! Thanks for sharing. Cheers - Larry.
Thanks Larry, I’m so pleased that you found a video interesting. Regards Charlie
oh dear oh dear oh dear....I have not a single shunter so my life is clearly incomplete. need to head to the shops methinks armed with this great guidance
Go for Yvo, you must have one.
Regards Charlie
Hi Charlie, yet another entertaining video, bloopers included🙂 I had a fail with a Bachmann 04 shunter with a split Chassis, it was a lovely runner until I attempted to convert it to DCC 🤔 I did successfully convert it but unfortunately it never ran as smoothly again. I'm looking forward to Warley, it's fabulous show with many smaller traders in attendance. Regards, David.
I was actually looking for a video to explain how to tell and my, what a helpful video! Your big arch bridge also gave me motivation to spilt my whole layout in half just to make a river for a bridge. Keep up the stunning work Charlie.
That’s very kind of you to say so William. Regards, Charlie
Great video, as always fascinating.
I am still relatively new, again after some years, to the wonderful world of modelling railways. The first engine I bought this time round was the Hornby 08 (R3898TTS
BR, Class 08, 0-6-0, 3817 - Era 6), my one lasting recollection of my childhood layout was a Class 08. A great runner but I do look forward to your "stay alive" video as I probably like most do have issues from time to time.
That’s great news Neil.
The Stay-Alives are a god send.
Regards Charlie
Wonderful video , having a slight shunter thing myself i can understand your friend
Like most things, I think we have to shop with care! Regards, Charlie
Many thanks, Charlie evevery one loves a shunter.
Perhaps our only true love!
Regards, Charlie
hi there.great shunters,i have the bachmann 08 in black and hornby Bagnall 0-4-0 which is in the railroad range,a very good loco..finaly i have a Triang 08 which i had as child in 1963.these locos just keep going,
Great choices Peter. Regards Charlie
Bit late to the party... Recently bought a DCC ready Bachmann Santa Fe S4 off that popular auction site. Fitted a Digitrax decoder. It barely does half the max speed of other locos but slow shunting is a breeze with it.
Well, every cloud has a silver lining Marcel. Regards, Charlie
Very interesting Charlie, BUT a tad too modern for my taste. How about a lovely GWR Panier tank? Every yard had fleets of them when I was a lad. Regards - Chris
A fair point Chris. I shall have to ask Dick if he has any steam shunting locos. Regards, Charlie
Hi Charlie I have a 0-6-0 Class 08 417 Hornby not used it yet - Loved the video instructive as usual - Regards Tom
Thanks Tom, and good luck with your shunter. Regards, Charlie
Car wash sponge with the centre cut out lengthways makes an excellent holder for loco repairs. I think I got this tip from 00Bill.
What an excellent idea. Regards, Charlie.
The 06 appears to have had a new chassis built. As far as I remember, as originally made, they come with the 'smokie joe' style chassis, without the jackshaft drive behind the rear steps.
I’m pretty sure that Dick made this modification himself. Regards, Charlie.
@@ChadwickModelRailway it has certainly improved the appearance of the model.
Shunter
So shunters my favorite loco At 52 seconds of video, from right to left. looks new ,the nose grill on this one. is best looking of all the nose grill and trimming . Next love the weathering 3rd one you got you finger on it . I like that one it has the best weathering . It would be my pick 4 and 5 they would be working hard . This type loco was my first train set ..
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the video Phillip. Stay safe, regards Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway So do any of The shunters, go down the Helix ?
If so, how many rolling stock can one drag up it.
That's one thing that I haven't thought about. I'm not sure that they would pull much. Regards Charlie
Great video, I was amazed at the slow, smooth movement of some of those locos in DC, a good friend of mine installs decoders, up to 10 per week, and at least 1 out of 12 comes apart as yours did, as you say “happens to the best of us”
Jack
Thanks Jack, I’m so pleased that you found it Interesting mate. As you say these things just fall apart occasionally. Regards, Charlie
Excellent video as usual, we call them them switchers, yard pilot or yard goats over here in Canada. Love the mistakes and your honesty in these videos👍👍👍
I’m so pleased that you found it. Interesting Ron. Regards, Charlie.
I was a shunter in Melbourne Australia some time ago, we had a couple of 08 shunting locomotives that we called the F class. They were on broad gauge and had wooden guard rails placed next to the rodding for extra safety, aside that they looked identical. I only worked on it once on the gravitation hump where it was used as a trimmer. It was very jerky as I remember. Crews did not like it much.
Thanks for sharing those memories, midnight teapot, much appreciated. Regards, Charlie
@@ChadwickModelRailway Thanks mate! That little shunter standing on the step reminded me of myself when I was 22 years old. heh.
Thanks Charlie, some my new favourites (especially the 05… I saw one on a trade stand at a recent show, had a good look but resisted, cursing that decision now!). As primarily an HO USA modeller my collection of ‘switchers’ is something I’m really pleased with and continue to expand. I was interested in your comment about split chassis DCC conversions which I used to shy away from. However, I’ve just completed a Bachmann Jinty and have been pleased with it, as well as some of the US models (principally the Kato EMD NW2s). Great feature of these models, as well as the perils of body shell removal. Hope you enjoy Warley.
Thanks Steve, I’m so pleased that you found the video particularly interesting mate. Regards, Charlie
Hi Tony. Thank you for your video. I thought it was very enlightening to see the challenges sometimes imposed with the removal of the body from the chassis of shunters. It obviously requires a very steady hand, and dexterity. t is reassuring to know that things can happen unexpectedly during this process, despite taking the necessary precautions. But we can reflect upon these things in order to learn for next time. I am also glad everything was in one piece,
Great comment Alan but I’m Charlie!
we have an 04 at my local railway museum. It pulls/ pushes a couple of carriages on the days it is open. They also have the last 03 built.
That’s great news, it’s so helpful that we preserve these lovely little locos. Regards, Charlie
I built the Airfix Drury (04) shunter many years ago. Saw them in RL at Settle Speakman in Queenborough Kent, along with a Kerr 0-4-0 Saddle Tank and some other odd diesel shunters.
Shunters from happier times mate. Regards, Charlie
Charlie 2X 07 where used in ICI Wilton in teeside there’s not many photos of them there. 1 went to ICI billingham plant but sadly no photo exist of this
That is such a shame, Michael. Regards, Charlie
Hi Charlie, another great video, thank-you. An enjoyable deep-dive into a class of locomotive which may be overlooked. As you may anticipate (from my previous ramblings…) I maintained 08s at Laira during the 1980s, when these machines were only just 30 years old. They were heavily engineered to be capable of their role. The size of the cast iron brake blocks was something to be seen and the fitters would use a frame and pry-bar or lever to fit them. This was unusual as the mechanical fitters were capable of lifting most very heavy brake blocks in awkward positions unaided for most of the fleet. Some of the strongest handshakes you were likely to encounter….Never heard the nickname you used to refer to them. I seem to recall the ‘shunters’ were actually the men who did the coupling and uncoupling, the 08s being shunting locomotives but that’s just semantics I appreciate! (Maybe similar to the original use of ‘typewriter’ being the operator of the typewriting machine?). Reliable and powerful, dangerous too as surprisingly silent running. Thanks again. Kind regards. Chas.
Many thanks for such an interesting comment Chas. Regards, Charlie
This was a good idea for something a little different. Thanks.
I’m so pleased that you found it. Interesting mate. Regards, Charlie
Hi Charlie,
Interesting video a great selection you had as well. I have 4 shunters on mine so they are the Barclay 06 (Hornby)(S/H from Hattons) which was a very bad runner but to make it better connected a Shunters Wagon to it with some added pick ups which did help it a lot but it is now even much better due to the improvements I made to the layout for iTrains operation. The second is an 03 (Bachmann) with factory fitted sound which does well and did improve a lot after the track upgrade all so. The third is a Janus 0-6-0 with the factory sound (Oxford Rail) which is my worst performer by far and the handrails are to say the least prone to detach. My last one is the trusty 08 in the DB orange with the factory sound (Hornby) which is one of the best models that Hornby has made and has run without stalling over all my tracks from the very beginning and is so strong that after dropping it there was no damage done and you cannot say that about many models. I did buy a stay alive for the 03 but so far have not fitted it as it runs ok but it is always a thing I can do if needed.To finish well done for highlighting the issues you had with your new decoder as it lets all modelers know that even the big brands have there issues.
Cheers Robert.
Agree comment Robert highlighting your issues. Regards, Charlie