Welcome to the Easy-Build News page. This page is where additional information, ideas and news bulletings that might be of interest to existing and new customers alike is to be found. Since Easy-Build is a small concern I cannot say how often this page will be updated, so do make a point of checking to see what's happening in the the Easy-Build camp.
02/04/2009 We have had a couple of customers contact us recently saying they are having difficulty in removing the masking from the window panes after painting, in one case the effort required badly damaged the windows. We must stress it is ESSENTIAL to ensure the surface of the window pane is covered by more than a thin layer of masking fluid.
We believe that applying only a thin layer of masking greatly increased the severity of problem - apply at least TWO coats of masking fluid. You must also ensure that no bubbles are present on the surface of the mask before begining to apply paint. Bubbles can allow paint through to the window pane surface. If you can see bubbles in the cured mask apply another coat of masking fluid before continuing. However, when removing the masking, if it appears to have become 'very stuck' applying water with a paintbrush around the edges of the mask makes the task of removing the masking much easier.
We will update our instructions to emphasise the points made here.
19/09/2009 The launch of our new Derby Lightweight Cl.108 at Guildex09 was a great success, so we'd like to say a big THANK YOU to everyone for their kind words of praise. We are currently re-working the etches supplied in the kit to correct some minor issues - you will notice no wipers are fitted to our demo model for instance. Once this has been completed we'll be looking at the DTCL and the middle SL coach to complete the set. We've just added a Class 108 web page to be found with the Cravens units.
15/10/2009 We are pleased to able to announce that the re-workling of the Derby Lightweight etches has now been completed and the first replacements have been sent out. The kits now contain a single etch for each unit rather than two separate etches per unit. The instructions have also been revised to reflect the changes in the design of the etches. Many thanks to all those who purchased the initial units for their patience whilst awaiting the arrival of these replacements. Follow the link from the Derby 108 page to find the updated version of the instructions.
25/10/2009 Due to unforseen problems and the on-going postal dispute we have been unable to obtain and post out the replacement etches as expected. The first sheet of etches has been cut and sent out, but the main order has not yet reached Cornwall. Please be assured we have not forgotten you, but the current postal industrial action will obviously frustrate our efforts somewhat.
06/11/2009 All replacement etches for the Derby Cl.108 have now been dispatched. We would like to thank everyone for their patience. See you all at Reading in December.
Next Show: Reading Trade Show December 5th - Do come to the stand and say "Hello".
