RouteMaster Bus model kit with full 12v lighting

The Revel RouteMaster bus 1/24 scale.
I have fitted this bus with 72 12v LED's and all circuits were made from 5mm self adhesive copper strips. I used a 12v x240v power supply.
This is one of my favourite kits to build.
Look out for my next project. The VW T1 Samba Bus.

[@Visionery1]

Beautiful job! 'Warmer' lights would've been more realistic, especially since incandescent lights were used during that era.

[@stephenfox966]

I just bought a brand new Routemaster from E bay and I am very impressed at the detail.All I do is look at it in it's display case and say WOW !I also bought a 1/24 scale Welly NEX model black cab to compliment it !

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I need to finish mine Stephen and do a video of the finished product.

[@Dave-sg6om]

This does look terrific but having said that, you did do it a misjustice by using cool-white led's instead of warm-white which would have toned it down and made it more authentic. Great job on planning and circuitry though, well done.

[@chrisjohnson6876]

Nice model Raymond. I agree with a couple of the comment re the interior lighting. it needs a warm glow (yellowey orange instead of the cold bluey look) and a lower voltage/wattage globes. Still looks remarkable tho!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very nice!

[@davidcurrie8564]

Hi Raymond Great work! where did you get the electronics from for this project? I was looking at ebay amazon etc thanks

[@ROCKINGMAN]

I have the Sunstar model, which is generall a great model of the RM. I always see things that disappoint though including the 1/12 Hachette, but I suppose being an enthusiast and purist I'll always find faults. This model not bad, but why still on 38 if in green?

[@jirehone7]

Hi, great video. Where did you buy the model kit from. Thanks

[@Stringbean421]

Just my personal opinion but having actually worked on these routemasters as a conductor back in the day I can tell you now that the choice of LED white light you have chosen is just too bright. The bottom and lower decks had a beautiful warm subtle glow to them whereas your lighting is practically blinding! Same goes for headlights and destination boards. I like the idea of using copper strip instead of wires. I've got two of these Revel model kits as well as the SunStar 1/24 die-cast metal versions in the Red London Transport and Greenline versions that came out ten years ago.

[@raymondamphlett]

Hi.
Thanks for your opinion.
I have a dimmer voltage regulator fitted.
I can reduce the lights to almost no glow, if I wanted too.
Photos show with a 12v power supply. Reducing the voltage reduces the light output.
Thanks.
Ray Amphlett

[@DaveInBridport]

I can make you a front blind display for a Green Line route if you like. Just need dimensions...

[@ROCKINGMAN]

That's real nice. What programme do you use for that?

[@DaveInBridport]

@@ROCKINGMAN I use Coreldraw and the authentic Johnston font

[@ROCKINGMAN]

@@DaveInBridport Thanks for the reply.