Hazelwood Models - GWR CORAL A - Handling, Separating the Sprue Parts & Assembly.

Discussion in 'Tips and How-tos' started by HazelwoodModels, Jan 3, 2014.

  1. HazelwoodModels
    HazelwoodModels Well-Known Member


    Always support the model by the side frames while cleaning..

    This Sprue is printed in FUD and must be kept at hand hot water temperature while working on it.

    The picture shows two red lines suggested for the initial cuts either side of the buffers. Support the
    whole sprue on a flat cutting surface while doing this. Avoid fracturing from wedging the items apart.
    Coral Sprue Cuts -2.jpg

    There should be 4 each of buffers held on the cross, and spring/axlebox detail. Within the cross of the sprue
    are the two Brake Handles.

    It is then a matter of carefully trimming back to the locating pins,

    Dapol pin point 8-spoke axle/wheel sets must be trimmed flush for fitting; as too the centre polythene boss.
    Check free running of axles before attaching springs/axlebox detail. The model is not designed to take pinpoint axle
    cups set in the FUD material: with such fine detail it is not a practical option.
    .
    NEM boxes are on stalks to allow for optional couplings, and must be trimmed off and reattached if they
    are the option chosen.

    To complete, a 0.5mm drill can be used to fit 0.5mm styrene rod for the brake handle linkage (Evergreen #218)

    The two cross bars, can be removed when handling will not be a problem.
    2 supports.jpg

    The model is now also available in EM gauge.

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    Last edited: Apr 4, 2014