North Eastern Meccano Society
Darlington Exhibition 1989
Here are a number of photos taken at the 1989 Darlington Exhibition held in the Bondgate Hall on 18th November.
If anyone spots any errors/corrections, please let the webmaster (Timothy Edwards) know.
Some of these photos were taken by Robin Schoolar. These have been scanned by Bob Thompson to whom thanks is given for supplying these photos and obtaining permission for their use.
Pictures of Darlington Exhibition 1989
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Mike Beadman's Monorail (blu/yel/zn) powered by an MO motor, based on the Alton Towers example. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Mike Beadman's Monorail (blu/yel/zn) powered by an MO motor, based on the Alton Towers example. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Mike Beadman's 2 flying aircraft: an SE5 Biplane and a F18 Jet, rotating on a Powerdrive-driven arm, featuring flashing lights, with coin-op timer (blu/yel/zn). (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Richard Bingham's (probably), synchronous clock in the background and a twirling dancer (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Bill Butterfield's 1:80 scale model of new Stone Ferry Bridge which is currently under construction in Hull (red/grn). Model has 6 PDUs for the 2 spans and 4 gates. Moving parts have autostop switches. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Russel Carr's 1:10 scale Channel Tunnel 350hp Electric Rack Locomotive to Hunslet design, with axle mounted gearboxes, rubber suspension; power collection from overhead catenary. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Douglas Cooper's revised model of the North Goodwin Lightship (a former Meccano display model) in red/green. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Mike Cotterill's models of :
Copy of Mike Cuffs' "Ball Bouncer" (MW Models leaflet) (yel/zn)
A BR Stanier 8F 2-8-0 in yel/zn - featuring 4" driving wheels and full working valve gear, powered by an E20R motor in the firebox. (18/11/1989)Click here to see higher resolution photo
Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - David Dalton's model of a Stirling Heat Engine, mains motor powered in blue/yellow, with working valve gear. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Andrew Dunning's model of the Volvo FL10 tractor with twin-axle flatbed trailer, PDU powered, 3 ft long, built in blu/yel/zn. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Joe Etheridge's model of a 1905 Rolls Royce with engine, clutch, 3-speed gearbox and brakes (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Brian Harper's version of the Froment Rectus electric pendulum clock master/slave unit (blu/yel/zn) based on model in Science Museum (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Brian Harper's Simple Swiss Chalet type wall clock mounted on standing frame (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Brian Harper's 'Pierrot Harlequin' clock to Konkoly design. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Ian Henwood's model of a Telescopic Lorry-mounted Crane. The lorry featured 6 axles, 3.5 feet long and 7.5" wide; the 4-section telescopic jib extended to a staggering 7.5 feet and retracted to 3 ft, with only 0.25" clearance between successive telescopic sections, modelled in blu/yel/red. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Roy Jennings' Double Ferris Wheel (red-grn) made from a Supermodel leaflet, used in a dealer's display window. Hectoperm driven. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - John MacDonald's model of a 'Pacific' Tank Transporter and Tank (Army green) (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Robin Schoolar
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - John MacDonald's model of a Pacific Tank transporter & Tank (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Robin Schoolar
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - John MacDonald's model of a Pacific Tank transporter & Tank - John MacDonald (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Robin Schoolar
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - John MacDonald's model of a Pacific Tank transporter - John MacDonald (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - John Martin's models of:
An '0' gauge models of a Midland Railway 4-2-2 'Spinner' (red)
A 1950s Removals Lorry (Set 6) in near mint red/green. (18/11/1989)Click here to see higher resolution photo
Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - John Martin's models of:
An '0' gauge models of a LNER A4 in blue
The Konkoly clockwork model: Horse and Cart.
In the left background is Rob Mitchell's 'STEAMERPILLAR' - a mountain climbing Mamod powered tracked vehicle with 2-speed 'synchromash' gearbox (no, NOT a bludner!) and 2-handle steering. (18/11/1989)Click here to see higher resolution photo
Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - John Martin's models of:
Konkoly clockwork model: Alice on her Rocking-horse.
A 1913 Nickel Crane in authentic period parts. (18/11/1989)Click here to see higher resolution photo
Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Ian McKenzie had a 'Blue Gold Display':
1: Traction Engine (No.10 set);
2: Weatherhill Winding Engine (based on original now in NRM, York) to instructions in SMG Newsletter 12;
3: Meccano No.10 set (1938). (18/11/1989)Click here to see higher resolution photo
Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Rob Mitchells 'MONEY-GRABBER' designed to extract 2p and 10p coins from onlookers - it raised £10 on the day for 'Children in Need'. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Alan Partridge's Matterhorn Bobsleds (from 'MM' c.10 yrs ago) with improvements, e.g., alternating plastic chain and caterpillar track links for hoist. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Robin Schoolar
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - George Pratt's model of a Cross Channel Ferry (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Robin Schoolar
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Philip Pratt's model of a Armstrong Argosy Triple Engine Plane (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Robin Schoolar
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Philip Pratt's model of a Tanker (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Robin Schoolar's radio controlled model of a tractor with trailers; powered by a Crane Kit motor, featuring pinion differential. Radio control gear in vehicle comprised receiver, speed control and steering servo. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Ray Stephens' 1.5" scale model of a Burrell DCC Showman's Engine, finished in red and green, mains motor powered and fitted with rubber tyres. (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Peter Storr's Robot Arm, with three motors and three movements (blue/yellow/silver) (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Frank Beadle Collection
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Derek Strickland's Band (mechanical pop group!) in dark yellow/blue, with Stokys motor (18/11/1989)
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Photo - Robin Schoolar
Darlington Exhibition 1989 - Derek Strickland's model of a Railway Breakdown Cran - Derek Strickland (18/11/1989)
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