Is anyone going to Sandown Park 29/31st December? I will be on the IDSME stand on the 29th. We are the far side of the stairs, tucked in nicely but not the easiest to find as Wilfried knows from his visit. Have you ever made a rope? One of our members needed rope for his steam tug boat, couldn't find what he needed so made a rope maker. I decided this would be useful for scouts so I made my own, about 6 feet long. Simple really, just a few cogs and wheels, bits of wire etc. Fascinating to watch though. It will be on the stand and anyone wanting a go is welcome. At least you will be able to take something useful away that you made yourself and which cost you nothing! Just up Tel's street. Peter MODEL ENGINEERING DISCUSSION LIST. To UNSUBSCRIBE from this list, send a blank email to, modeleng-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the word "unsubscribe" in the subject line.