DrJimi's District Line

The strange thing is, I actually thought the same thing one evening when I was motoring in to check the stop point, etc. And an unbidden voice intoned in my head "Mind...the gap!". Not so much a gap, as a chasm ;D

The idylic greenery will be subdued somewhat, after I add the sooty ballast, weeds, scrub, etc. While I strive for realism I do, however, draw the line at litter-strewn tracks and graffitti. You'll have to imagine those..

The view pictured is unusual for me to see, because I usually place the platform(s) first when building a station. This time, there were some critical 'landmark' objects to site first, so the platforms would then be correctly located relevant to those (e.g. Chis High Rd and A3000 overpasses, PSRs, signals, BSI, car parks, etc.). The LUL pfm end barriers are only in place to mark the intended pfm ends to assist in model sizing and placement. I'm fortunate to have some good detailed pictures for this branch, so you can expect to see some nice Silverlink and other related signage.

I'm finding this branch fascinating to build and drive -- despite a certain east-end I/Op opining to me that the novely would wear off if I had to drive it a few times. A day. For years ;D

Well, if you do release something, please wait till after the end of July. I have GCSE's coming up and I really would be distracted by it! Oh what the heck! Screw the education system - bring it on!

Anyway, keep up the good work. I look forward to it!

LOL, I know that feeling! After a hard day at work driving trains up and down the District Line, I then choose to unwind by... driving trains on MSTS!
Once the District Line is released, it'll be like being at work! In fact it's so realistic, I'm going to be putting in overtime claim forms for driving from home! ;D

After all, a medical examination for possible insanity equals a day off. Go for it, I say! ;D

/Igelkotten

But can you believe they don't use tea cans anymore? I suspect that some of the boy drivers probably don't even know what one is!!

Dunno what the world's coming to - (mutter mutter grumble grumble shakes head )

£9!!!!!!! For a tea can?? ??

My last one was only .... (goes very quiet when he remembers how long ago it was since he last bought one ).

That's not the only social skill question I'd put on the form either. The one I've got in mind also involves the consumption of liquids but in a more sociable venue than a signal box/cabin/centre and includes demonstrating their gratitude to their instructors.


As did I when in the 'box. One doesn't have to live rough when there's no need does one? ;D

Can't say I've ever come across a fan site for a blend of tea before. Do Taylors have an affiliate scheme? ;D


I didn't hear "Everything Stops For Tea", have you got it?

I think Dave should be getting in touch with Yorkshire Tea for advertising fees! Even my advert pop-up filter hasn't got rid of all these Yorkshire Tea ads! ;D

Just to let you know, the official Yorkshire Tea site has just been updated (within the last hour!) and is well worth a visit.www.yorkshiretea.co.uk

You're right. I am probably the only person who cares!

I've had a look and you can get a free sample, so I applied.

I know I need to get out more as well

How are things progressing Jimi? Any major developments to report?

Looks absolutely fantastic!

Well done Jimi

Progress on temporary hold due to it being Summer (outdoor activities take precedence :-) I'll be getting back to it in about a month.
Status is that the Richmond road is going very well, despite continual fights with the RE and MSTS dislike of object density. Goal is to finish that section ASAP. I think it's my favorite part of the line to drive - crossing the river is cool. Next will be to continue adding scenery EB toward HAM. I may well release it at that point, just to give folks a chance to try it out. The tracks are all in as far as ECT (plus OLY), but the Wimbo section metals remain to be laid. I also have to slightly re-locate Lille Bridge depot - it's built, but in slightly the wrong spot, and not correctly oriented.