Let's Build DJH LNER Pacific - Part 3

In part 3 of the DJH LNER Pacific A1 build, we sort out the castings for the body and the footplate, add the detail, have a look at some of the tools we use, and also various soldering techniques.
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[@kennethljungberg642]

Hello Loco Builder, The first DJH Loco I seen being build, thank you. Kenneth

[@rickyl7231]

I just wanted to let you know I hope you keep this channel alive and are able to post in the future! I’ve learned a lot about how to approach a DJH kit. I’m in the US and 30 or more years ago they released a 4-6-4 Hudson that I’ve tracked down and am waiting until I’ve gotten enough skills to build properly. Your channel has been immensely healthful and your skills are second to none!

[@cb01ttr]

Thank you that’s very kind. I’m still very much interested and active in the hobby and I do hope to return to videos at some point.

[@lms_steve6693]

I like that idea drilling holes and filling with WM solder.

[@MrSteamDragon]

Great attention to the techniques used in working with white metal and brass (and not so much on the model itself), greatly appreciated.🙂

[@cb01ttr]

Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@RoamingAdhocrat]

Seconded! Hope you get more time for video-making soon :)

[@oldtom541]

Thank you for the most informative and complete tutorial on white metal kit building on CZcams!

[@robbroy]

Sublime ~ immensely meditative watching you work. Music choice towards the end was bang on 👌🏼
Great videos, looks like I've found a great series to binge on. Cheers from Australia aka open-air prison.

[@cb01ttr]

Thanks very much for the support and positive comments. Let's hope they let you out soon!

[@garylewis1422]

Coming along nicely. It'll be a cracking model when it's finished

[@cb01ttr]

Cheers Gary, I hope so... might not compare to a new Hornby A1, but it will be unique.

[@themidlandcompoundarchive9430]

Really enjoyed it, always wondered how it was done.

[@cb01ttr]

Glad you liked it... as I always say it’s not THE way just A way of doing it 😊

[@andysparkes2027]

Enjoyed the video. Impressively neat work. Andy

[@cb01ttr]

Doesn't happen first time Andy - lots of clean up usually required!

[@andysparkes2027]

The Loco Builder I’m sure it took lots of work. I’m afraid I lose patience too quickly and say to myself ‘that will do’. I guess making a video helps incentivise you to do the job perfectly!

[@geofflinsdell8808]

Looking forward to the next video very informative

[@cb01ttr]

Thank you Geoff, might take a while, but I'll try my best.

[@eXactModellbau]

I learnd something. 👍

[@Lennon6412]

Very informative, I need to get one of these kits to build, probably the Caledonian Jumbo

[@cb01ttr]

DJH seem to make some very nice kits so hopefully you'll enjoy it.

[@traviscurlutu7723]

Awesome skills

[@gordonallan2798]

Thanks for a very informative series which has inspired me to buy DJH kit K14 a LNER/BR class A8. I have a question though; do you ever "glaze" the spectacle plate windows and the rear view windows. I have never seen anyone do it but good quality RTR locos are glazed. I would appreciate you help on this one. Thanls.

[@cb01ttr]

You’re welcome. You can either use clear plastic and cut to size and fixed in with micro crystal clear, or for smaller windows just use micro crystal clear.

[@jim_cathymcclendon6091]

How would you fabricate the frame and boiler if you wanted to make your own parts. Basically scratch building?

[@cb01ttr]

Personally I’d roll the boiler from brass and cut the frames out etc basically you’d be scratch building.

[@ralphwilhelm3255]

Hello, could you please tell which solder and which flux you are using. Best would be a link to the products, if this is possible. Thanx, Ralph

[@lms_steve6693]

Water based flux, white metal solder & 145 solder for tinning brass, all from Duncan models, Salisbury.

[@mallardduck7279]

Great and informative tutorial! Just what handrail knobs did you use on the model.

[@cb01ttr]

They’re from Markits. The short ones IIRC.

[@josephbrandtner7713]

Please define what you're calling 1-4-5 solder. I can't find a referrence to that here in the U. S. At what temp does it melt?

[@cb01ttr]

Hello, 145c solder melts at 145 degrees centigrade. I don't know if there is a US equivalent.

[@deathwizard]

Can you please list the various solders you use, along with the gun temperature and their various uses? I'd love to have this information in table form!

[@sarmodelhoscalesouthernafr2801]

Great work, and seconded the request please.

[@roccoautelitano7330]

I'm building a h0 live steam tank locomotive, so I need a metal 2-6-2t chassis, can you recommend me a kit ?
Many thanks.

[@LetsGoExploring24]

Where did you get the kits from as I’ve been looking for kits for a good couple of yrs

[@davew2452]

Great video again Tom, very much appreciated. The graver tool used on the footplate clean up looks particularly useful. Is the profile square or diamond, and what size (across the cutting face) would you recommend.

[@cb01ttr]

Hi Dave. The graver is square in profile, and is about 2.5mm across. HTH.

[@nightfall7234]

Hello! I know you are a pro loco builder and I got a problem about locomotive models, I wish you could help. I would like to buy a DJH o gauge rtr model how ever I finder on their website is show the large tender loco has a 1800mm, (6ft) min-Radius, I wonder if you have any suggestions or experience on modifying the wheel-sets to make the loco pass though a tight curve, say I would like to have a U turn in may garage with a 1400mm Radius.

[@nightfall7234]

Also sorry for my poor English... I from China.

[@cb01ttr]

Hi thanks for getting in touch. To be perfectly honest, I don't know about O Gauge. I would advise contacting DJH to see if they can help.

[@syarifahifah1989]

It like gordon im thomas and friend