STEP BY STEP

1

Being a recent release, the mouldings are lovely and crisp with very little tidying up required. Unlike some of the older ‘OO’ releases, there is a modest number of parts to challenge less experienced modellers. In fact, I wish Peco would produce this kit in ‘OO’ and ‘N’!

2

Before final assembly, I undercoated the main sections: Halfords white primer for the window frames, a misted blend of Halfords yellow and white primers for the cream walls, misted red, black and grey for the brick lower section and a misted blend of Halfords grey primer and matt black for the roof.

3

The Woodland Scenics Just Plug Lighting system is very easy to install, with the LED lamps featuring self-adhesive pads and pre-wired connectors. Simply plug them into the hub and adjust their brightness with the dimmer controls.

4

With the inside lit, the signal box’s exterior paintwork could be completed with enamel or acrylics to produce a slightly faded BR Southern Region colour scheme. The Downing Yard signs were created on a computer, after which I turned my attention to the interior…

5

Peco’s ‘O’ gauge signal box interior kit is perfect for this little structure, providing the lever frame, block and token instruments, desk, stove and the essential armchair, which looks very comfortable!