Tray
Back Wagon
There are nine components in the
white metal tray-back wagon kit.
They are:
1 the wagon
tray,
2 the front axle box,
3 the rear axle box,
4 four wheels,
5 the front axle box mounting plate, and
6 the shafts.
While all items have been quality
checked before leaving the foundry there will always be some
minor flash on some components. I endeavour to produce
castings that are flash-free, however it is sometimes
unavoidable. You should therefore check each component for
flash, removing any with a pair of sharp side cutters.
Mould marks or parting lines can be removed with fine wet and
dry emery paper. Be careful not to scratch or mark
delicate areas on models, like the face of a figure.
Wheels especially, will have a parting line around the rim.
This is easily removed with use of an fine abrasive paper.
Any flash between the spokes on a wheel can be removed with a
fine miniature file.
PREPARATION
Moulds are coated with a fine talc before casting, to aid the
flow of the metal. Castings should therefore be washed in
warm soapy water, then rinsed and dried, before assembling the
model or applying paint.
ASSEMBLY
Identify the two axle boxes. Drill a hole the same size as
the stub axle of the wheels, into each end of both axle boxes.
It needs to be only about 3 to 4 mm deep. Next, cut each
stub axle on each wheel to length, so that the wheel fits snugly in
the hole. When you are happy with the fit - glue the wheel to
the axle box
and put it aside to dry. I recommend using a 'superglue'
or to
assemble the model.
An alternate
method is to attach the axle boxes to the wagon frame, after the
holes for the wheel stub axles have been drilled, but before
attaching the wheels. This works just as well. See this
and the next photo for placement of completed axle box/wheel
sub-assemblies.
In order to
attach the shafts to the front axle assembly, drill a small hole
into the sides of the shaft mounting plate and also through the
ends of the front axel plate. This will allow a 6 to 8 mm
length of brass pin (a dress-maker's pin) to be inserted through
the front axel plate and glued into the shaft plate, which will
act as a hinge and allow the shafts to be moved freely.
Note that as the model is not intended to be a working model the
wheels will not rotate ('cause you just glued 'em in place of
course).
PAINTING
I recommend you give the finished wagon a coat of automotive
etch primer, before applying top coats in the colours of your
choice. After the model is thoroughly dry, like three to
four days drying time, I like to give them a final light coat of
a matt medium or clear matt finish.
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If the
instructions are not clear, or you require further information
about assembling the wagon, email
keith@mountainblueminiatures.com
stating your problem or question.
You should have an answer within 24 hrs.
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