Oliver Reading
@ollie3440.bsky.social
Husband, Father, Wrestling Fan, Railway Modeller, Cruise addict and Cat Lover! I Model Classic Series Thomas and Friends in N Gauge...
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Oliver Reading
@ollie3440.bsky.social
· May 12
80 years ago today.... A book was published and the rest was history!
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#RWS80th #Thomas #TMRGUK #RailwaySeries
Well this week I've been wiring up and installing SEEP point motors to the tunnel boards. 6 wires added to each motor then to a choc-block to make them easy to swap out if one fails. All power feeds and frogs connected, just need to make a control panel.
#NGauge #ThomasModular #Thomas #Ttte
#NGauge #ThomasModular #Thomas #Ttte
November 16, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Well this week I've been wiring up and installing SEEP point motors to the tunnel boards. 6 wires added to each motor then to a choc-block to make them easy to swap out if one fails. All power feeds and frogs connected, just need to make a control panel.
#NGauge #ThomasModular #Thomas #Ttte
#NGauge #ThomasModular #Thomas #Ttte
First time trying SEEP point motors. Looks like they have the feline seal of approval 🐈⬛ But then again she may have been after a flailing wire!
November 13, 2025 at 8:33 PM
First time trying SEEP point motors. Looks like they have the feline seal of approval 🐈⬛ But then again she may have been after a flailing wire!
Done a bit of work with Daughter No.1 on her layout. Bushes!
November 10, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Done a bit of work with Daughter No.1 on her layout. Bushes!
A bit more progress on the Modular this week. A shuffle around in the garage has seen the Tunnel module be re-erected in full and the Eastern portal has had most of its track ballasted. We'll see how we go in the next few weeks! #TMRGUK #Thomas #NGauge #ThomasModular #Ttte
November 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A bit more progress on the Modular this week. A shuffle around in the garage has seen the Tunnel module be re-erected in full and the Eastern portal has had most of its track ballasted. We'll see how we go in the next few weeks! #TMRGUK #Thomas #NGauge #ThomasModular #Ttte
A biggish update on Project C! I've been working on 7 of the other wagons and these are now just awaiting decals (that I will be ordering when funds allow). This lot is 3 LNER Vans, 2 Salt Vans and 2 7 Plank Opens. It's slowly getting there! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
October 26, 2025 at 7:51 PM
A biggish update on Project C! I've been working on 7 of the other wagons and these are now just awaiting decals (that I will be ordering when funds allow). This lot is 3 LNER Vans, 2 Salt Vans and 2 7 Plank Opens. It's slowly getting there! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
This week has seen work commence on the other modules. All boards have had the track sprayed with sleeper grime and ballasting has then begun on the tunnel. For now I've only started on the plain track as I don't want to do the points until I've fitter motors to them. #NGauge #Thomas #ThomasModular
October 19, 2025 at 7:22 PM
This week has seen work commence on the other modules. All boards have had the track sprayed with sleeper grime and ballasting has then begun on the tunnel. For now I've only started on the plain track as I don't want to do the points until I've fitter motors to them. #NGauge #Thomas #ThomasModular
Another wagon off the workbench for Project C! This is a simple conversion of a Farish Bogie Bolster as I've done before, but painted white! Now need to work out how to do the load. Well the white poles will be plastruct, unsure on how to do the tent! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
October 12, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Another wagon off the workbench for Project C! This is a simple conversion of a Farish Bogie Bolster as I've done before, but painted white! Now need to work out how to do the load. Well the white poles will be plastruct, unsure on how to do the tent! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
Sent my submission in for the #RAIL200 competition. Took the board outside to get some natural light photos and to get this shot with some real trees adding to the background. Comparison to what I was aiming for.
September 30, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Sent my submission in for the #RAIL200 competition. Took the board outside to get some natural light photos and to get this shot with some real trees adding to the background. Comparison to what I was aiming for.
Peco #RAIL200 competition entry completed! (Aside from drying glue!) #NGauge #Thomas #Ttte #ThomasModular
September 28, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Peco #RAIL200 competition entry completed! (Aside from drying glue!) #NGauge #Thomas #Ttte #ThomasModular
The first Circus wagons are done! Here we have a pair of Cattle Vans, these started offering as Farish GW examples and have been resprayed and lined. I first attempted to paint the red lining but I didn't like the look so decals it was. Many more wagons to do! #Thomas #NGauge #ThomasModular #Ttte
September 21, 2025 at 8:34 PM
The first Circus wagons are done! Here we have a pair of Cattle Vans, these started offering as Farish GW examples and have been resprayed and lined. I first attempted to paint the red lining but I didn't like the look so decals it was. Many more wagons to do! #Thomas #NGauge #ThomasModular #Ttte
On our way home we visited railway Number 18 for 2025! A first time visit to @buzzrail and what a lovely line it was! Such an unusual site to see the train winding its way though the housing estates!
September 21, 2025 at 7:24 PM
On our way home we visited railway Number 18 for 2025! A first time visit to @buzzrail and what a lovely line it was! Such an unusual site to see the train winding its way though the housing estates!
Had a belated birthday present yesterday! Trip to Whipsnade Zoo with an additional footplate experience on their 2ft6in railway. Fantastic experience all around, I mean I was given full control of the whistle and even got a go on the regulator!
September 21, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Had a belated birthday present yesterday! Trip to Whipsnade Zoo with an additional footplate experience on their 2ft6in railway. Fantastic experience all around, I mean I was given full control of the whistle and even got a go on the regulator!
Forgot to post this last weekend! I've built a fence for the PECO #RAIL200 board! I knew keeping the Maunsell underframes would come in handy! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
September 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Forgot to post this last weekend! I've built a fence for the PECO #RAIL200 board! I knew keeping the Maunsell underframes would come in handy! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
Finished off the third Red coach this week. Paul kindly sent me a replacement body for the damaged one and ots now had its handles painted, glazing and roof fitted, and it's chassis put underneath. Nice little rake that looks great with a red engine! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
September 7, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Finished off the third Red coach this week. Paul kindly sent me a replacement body for the damaged one and ots now had its handles painted, glazing and roof fitted, and it's chassis put underneath. Nice little rake that looks great with a red engine! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
Not much to report this week.... but I've added some telegraph poles! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
August 31, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Not much to report this week.... but I've added some telegraph poles! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
And just like that we've done railway No.17 of the year! With them offering some rare midweek running we paid a visit to the Great Central Railway(Nottingham). A nice surprise for the run all the way to Loughborough as they only advertised running to Rushcliffe. Loved the mini railway too!
August 27, 2025 at 10:29 PM
And just like that we've done railway No.17 of the year! With them offering some rare midweek running we paid a visit to the Great Central Railway(Nottingham). A nice surprise for the run all the way to Loughborough as they only advertised running to Rushcliffe. Loved the mini railway too!
We've hit railway No.16 of the year today! Went for a family walk around Chasewater and as they are having a celebration week a cheeky ride was on the cards. 'Holly Bank No.3' was on the front for our round trip. More blue Steamies = Happy Ollie!
August 24, 2025 at 7:47 PM
We've hit railway No.16 of the year today! Went for a family walk around Chasewater and as they are having a celebration week a cheeky ride was on the cards. 'Holly Bank No.3' was on the front for our round trip. More blue Steamies = Happy Ollie!
And just like that we've done railway No.15 of the year! In addition to my Daughters I was also looking after my Nephew today so it was the perfect excuse for a trip out, the destination... Bala Lake Railway
August 18, 2025 at 6:59 PM
And just like that we've done railway No.15 of the year! In addition to my Daughters I was also looking after my Nephew today so it was the perfect excuse for a trip out, the destination... Bala Lake Railway
Railway No.14 for the year! The Fairbourne Railway is a lovely little line with some brilliant locomotives. Our steed for our trip was Miniature L&B 'Yeo'.
August 14, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Railway No.14 for the year! The Fairbourne Railway is a lovely little line with some brilliant locomotives. Our steed for our trip was Miniature L&B 'Yeo'.
This week I've been doing things the Great Western way! Back in December I told Daughter No.1 I would make her a Duck for her layout (I had a Farish 57XX to hand). The main colouring has been done and just transfers and the face to finish off. #TMRGUK #Thomas #NGauge #ThomasModular
August 3, 2025 at 6:58 PM
This week I've been doing things the Great Western way! Back in December I told Daughter No.1 I would make her a Duck for her layout (I had a Farish 57XX to hand). The main colouring has been done and just transfers and the face to finish off. #TMRGUK #Thomas #NGauge #ThomasModular
Some new tankers this week! Found a pair of Farish 14T tanks I forgot I had so a quick repaint into white to bolster the fleet. These are based off the early series pics attached. #TMRGUK #Thomas #NGauge #ThomasModular
July 20, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Some new tankers this week! Found a pair of Farish 14T tanks I forgot I had so a quick repaint into white to bolster the fleet. These are based off the early series pics attached. #TMRGUK #Thomas #NGauge #ThomasModular
At long last I've completed the last Express Coach for Pete, 2 Red and 3 Green ready to go! Now I think that's enough Express coaches for one year! I think something a bit more straightforward next to get me back in the swing of things.
Watch this space! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
Watch this space! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
July 13, 2025 at 12:40 PM
At long last I've completed the last Express Coach for Pete, 2 Red and 3 Green ready to go! Now I think that's enough Express coaches for one year! I think something a bit more straightforward next to get me back in the swing of things.
Watch this space! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
Watch this space! #Thomas #NGauge #Ttte #ThomasModular
Railway No.12 for 2025! A little jaunt on the Severn Valley to Bewdley and back with 13268 and 1450 on the Autotrain providing haulage. Also had a look in 'Inspiration'. A grand few hours
June 29, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Railway No.12 for 2025! A little jaunt on the Severn Valley to Bewdley and back with 13268 and 1450 on the Autotrain providing haulage. Also had a look in 'Inspiration'. A grand few hours
