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Limited Parts List Challenge — New Zealand

MWT Meccano Club members take on our January 2003 Secretary’s Challenge.

Thanet Locomotive

A ‘Terrier’ A1X Class 0–6–0T locomotive model built by Mike Dennis.

Mini Stiff-Leg Derrick

Chris Warrell describes his Secretary’s Challenge micro model.

MeccInv Version 8.0 Review

The Meccano parts inventory software is reviewed by Geoff Carter.

Hand-Generator Car

A dynamo-powered car built by Brian Elvidge and inspired by Nigel Pope.

Motors! Motors! Motors!

Old video and tape recorders in your attic can yield useful motors, says George Foard.

The Crazy Inventor Sets Review

Peter Clay reviews three quirky Meccano sets — Helicopter, Walking Steam Boat, and Airship.

Hints & Tips № 8 — Straightening Meccano Angle Girders

“Impossible”, I hear you mutter, “What’s he on about now? ” Well, it’s difficult, but in many cases straightening a bent angle girder can be done using the technique described in this article.

Hints & Tips № 7 — the Bright Lights

For dressing up any model that has been made for visual effect coloured lights are unbeatable. Here are some tips for painting your own using Tamiya clear acrylic paint.

Hints & Tips № 6 — Polishing Aeroplane Constructor Bolts

An easy way to polish Aeroplane Constructor bolts against a cloth with a little chrome cleaner.