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    • Hi folks I'm still here. I've been busy building a simple OO9 layout inside an old shipping trunk this Winter. It is a long lasting memorial to my Late Father. I have just about finished now, so am hoping people might want it for a few exhibitions.   I've been visiting a few exhibitions but have cut down on the amount of YouTube I do. However, yesterdays visit to the Bournemouth Model Railway Exhibition was so good, I have covered it fairly comprehensively. So, here is part 1 of my film.    
    • Thanks for your suggestions. Yes, I am sure that Gaugemaster do not want to be liable for units used outdoors which fail. It would be good to know if there are any statistics to show what the failure rate might be. I've tried to email Kent Garden Railways but the form on their website just shows an error when I try. I may try a phone call during the day. I quite like the idea of putting  the RLM on a plug. I need to find a source of suitable 4-way plugs and sockets.
    • Like all of the manufacturers, they will say that regardless as to say anything else could make them liable if they failed. The price of the DCC80s you can probably risk it, the DCC40 maybe a bit expensive? I note that Kent Garden Railways sell the DCC80s so they must have some experience of how long they last outdoors (the price for three looks competitive too, so maybe worth an ask). The other thing that may work is to have the reverse loop module on a plug so you can take it in when not in use. WD40 or petroleum jelly would keep the contacts safe when out of use.
    • Track laying may actually commence this year on my long planned garden railway and I was hoping to use these Gaugemaster DCC accessories with Z21 DCC control. I had thought of leaving one DCC40 and three DCC80s permanently connected to the track and located in small plastic boxes off ground. I have emailed Gaugemaster Technical and asked their thoughts but their response was not encouraging as they say that their devices are not intended for outdoor use and it cannot be recommended. Has anybody any personal experiences which might suggest that Gaugemaster are being overcautious? Alternatively, are their any other makes of similar devices which can be recommended?
    • Hi Peter, Welcome, its a quiet forum, especially in winter when garden railways aren't on everyone's minds. I don't think the take up of Hornby's HM6000 system has been that great. I can tell you about the HM7000 system but not about the HM6000. I know what it is and does. I asked a while ago on the Hornby forums about using the HM6010 accessory control in the garden and the answer looked like it would work, however it would probably need some form of plug because the units wouldn't be weather resistant for staying outside. For train control in the garden, I would say the DCC bluetooth HM7000 with a power bank is a better system than expected.
    • I am new to the Forum, but note that the comments on the  HM6000 are rather dated. Does anyone have any up to date experience with the system?
    • A very Happy Christmas to you and all best Wishes for a better New Year railway wies. Ken B
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    • kenbrunt  »  Clay Mills Junction

      It looks very smart and the length certainly adds to overhaul look. You should be very pleased. I am saving for a couple of coaches as they are as expensive as the locos were a few years ago. I feel that the hobby is for the collectors these days not the model railways runners. The seasons been a wash out this year.
      We had a run up to Chester to see Making Tracks 3. Very impressive and like you running full length sets. Had a great day there talking to Pete Waterman and sitting by the river with an ice-cream 
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    • Marcus

      Hi all, though you might like my video of my Blue Pullman set. It's vintage Triang Hornby (Couldn't afford the Bachmann one!). Runs really well. I just love the blue and white livery!
       
       
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    • John Barnacle

      Hi all
      I know this has probably been asked before but what is the best track for garden use?
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    • 40027

      Garden railway novice ,railway in planning stage
      footpaths to cross/dive under and a planned pool for kids to navigate around
      · 1 reply
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