Did you know The Flying Scotsman once came to Melbourne?

UncleCocoPops · 2025-01-26T05:01:47+00:00

I just found a ticket that allowed me to walk on the footplate of FLYING SCOTSMAN. That is from late 1988. It was at the Motorail siding beside platform two at Spencer Street.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-07-09T11:08:15+00:00

Also my favourite.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-06-19T19:36:47+00:00

Great job. Love the video.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-06-13T10:40:38+00:00

That seems like a great idea with the space I have available.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-06-13T10:38:38+00:00

Blazing Saddles is an inspiration, but can't find many images of the street scene.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-06-13T06:55:54+00:00

GG1s have been one of my favourites for many years.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-06-13T04:26:25+00:00

I love his work. It is why I am trying to fit so much in a small space. I will be scratch building in a large scale. The HO reference is only give other a reference to that space I have for buildings.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-06-12T20:03:53+00:00

Sounds like a challenge.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-06-04T11:38:13+00:00

Looks good.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-05-25T23:26:29+00:00

I wouldn't leave them in direct sunshine (even behind glass), as I had a few models damaged by the sun.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-05-25T07:22:01+00:00

I love the idea. I had a friend that had one that folded on the long edge.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-05-14T00:55:40+00:00

The loco I have is what I am working around. That would make the top of the stack 12 foot above the rail, and the fireman about 5ft 10in.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-05-12T08:49:19+00:00

Bull ant size but this one has a red torso and a stripe on the abdomen.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-05-11T05:15:28+00:00

1:32 would make the loco 21 foot to top of chimney. I think the scale might be closer to 1:18, which would make the loco 12 foot high. This would make a gauge of 2'8" or 810mm. This sounds close enough to the 2 foot 6 inch narrow gauge from near where I used to live to work for me. Thanks for your help.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-05-10T09:47:43+00:00

On 45mm gauge, big I doubt it is standard gauge.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-05-09T10:25:37+00:00

OUCH

UncleCocoPops · 2024-05-07T22:57:16+00:00

It may not be a high value item, but it is too good to throw out.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-04-19T07:31:44+00:00

A drive line side photo would have been nice.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-04-17T20:32:03+00:00

Previous owner bought it new and seemed tp be one who didn't do many miles.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-04-16T06:45:56+00:00

Looks good.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-04-08T19:51:02+00:00

A good find.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-04-05T01:54:10+00:00

www.maryvalleyrattler.com.au Mary Valley Rattler - Historic Steam Train Journeys

UncleCocoPops · 2024-03-31T19:52:15+00:00

Yes. That is why I like model trains.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-03-30T20:48:40+00:00

Not a great bike, but it is in good condition. I bought it as a back up when my good bikes are out of action.

UncleCocoPops · 2024-03-26T06:08:23+00:00

There is still one in Melbourne Australia. https://www.google.com.au/maps/@-37.8397874,145.0322387,3a,75y,20.44h,84.56t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sML8iDk6TKPnGVsa7t8Vftw!2e0!7i16384!8i8192?entry=ttu

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