My secret work on my layout is finished. Finally!! Dialup, this will take a long time. 26 photos

[Anonymous]

It was the title that got me! Could Chief have actually built this without leaking some information here? So I waited for the download from dialup....a painfully long time considering the state of my computer. This gave me more than ample time to ponder how in the world he could pull this off. After all, the honorable gentleman from the south has a pretty tight schedual fighting water rodents and town councel ( very similar spieces). Heck! The guy's on the road more than a travelling asphalt salesman!
Viewing the pictures made me think...." I've seen this before!". Not this particular layout but another one.... ELLIOT'S LAYOUT PICTURES! I have to admit I was hopeful, thinking at first that Chief had abandoned the Linoleum Lines forever. The lack of NS stuff was one thing but when I failed to spot any CN stuff I was convinced. There's nobody better than Chief for satisfying us guys seeking entertainment on here....and as P.T. said " There's a seeker born every minute". Nice one Chief! Will I ever believe it when you finally are up off the floor though? ;)

Bruce Webster

P.S. Awesome layout! My Kingdom for a basement!

[TexasEd]

The green bridge supports on the layout legs gave it away as the layout at Lone Star trains.

Why is it being dismantled?

[csxt30]

QUOTE: Originally posted by Buckeye Riveter

Dear Chief,
It appears that due to my constant nagging that you finally own a layout of vast proportions. Congratulations on your efforts and first class workmanship! [(-D][(-D][(-D][(-D]

Being one that knows when to be humble, I have put in the mail to you four SD 80 NS engines for you to run on your new layout. I know you will like them. Just keep checking your mailbox everyday until they arrive. [(-D][(-D][(-D][(-D]

Gee, he gets everything !! I wonder what he did with that Blue Comet set you sent him last time ? !! [:D][:D]

[Buckeye Riveter]

Dear Chief,
It appears that due to my constant nagging that you finally own a layout of vast proportions. Congratulations on your efforts and first class workmanship! [(-D][(-D][(-D][(-D]

Being one that knows when to be humble, I have put in the mail to you four SD 80 NS engines for you to run on your new layout. I know you will like them. Just keep checking your mailbox everyday until they arrive. [(-D][(-D][(-D][(-D]

[wrmcclellan]

LAZ - an exploding GRITS car down here just means breakfast is served - you will have lots of guests!

[Jumijo]

The photos and the layout are terrific. Sounds like Roy treated the Chief to a real good time and acted as a wonderful host.

Jim

[laz 57]

Got to hand it to ya CHIEF, these GIZ were HAD.
But NO EXPLODING GRITS CAR?
Somethings amiss?
laz57

[cheapclassics]

To all,

It is a nice layout, no matter who did it. I came in late to this thread, and I enjoyed all the comments. That is part of what I enjoy about this group. Nobody takes anybody too seriously.

Keep on training,

Mike C. from Indiana

[ChiefEagles]

Not all of ya!!!!!!!!![:D]

[Blueberryhill RR]

QUOTE: Originally posted by spankybird

QUOTE: Originally posted by dougdagrump

Chief is one heck of a fisherman, you guys took "Hook Line and Sinker". [swg]

Not us OTTS Boys. [:0] We saw thru this right from the begining [B)] [8] [^]

[code]YEP !!!! WE SURE DID !![/code]

[spankybird]

QUOTE: Originally posted by dougdagrump

Chief is one heck of a fisherman, you guys took "Hook Line and Sinker". [swg]

Not us OTTS Boys. [:0] We saw thru this right from the begining [B)] [8] [^]

[ChiefEagles]

QUOTE: Originally posted by csxt30

QUOTE: Originally posted by ChiefEagles

Can't believe that Buckeye did not give me a smart reply on this one. Bet he was fooled. [;)]

Oh, he sent all the rest of us off line emails, so he wouldn't hurt your feelings !! [:D][:D][:D]

Now John. I know the Buckeye better than that. Any chance to get a "cut" in, he will do. [}:)]

[dougdagrump]

Chief is one heck of a fisherman, you guys took "Hook Line and Sinker". [swg]

[csxt30]

QUOTE: Originally posted by ChiefEagles

Can't believe that Buckeye did not give me a smart reply on this one. Bet he was fooled. [;)]

Oh, he sent all the rest of us off line emails, so he wouldn't hurt your feelings !! [:D][:D][:D]

[ChiefEagles]

Can't believe that Buckeye did not give me a smart reply on this one. Bet he was fooled. [;)]

[wrmcclellan]

Don - Chief made us an offer we cannot refuse!

[dbaker48]

Roy,
You made mention of dismantling that layout, the Chief didn't buy it, did he?

Good joke, but really a nice layout !!

[dwiemer]

Chief, As we say, you are WRONG FOR THAT!!!!!!!!!!!! I actually got all kinds of thoughts going through my mind when I saw the heading. I am looking forward to your completion, but perhaps I still have a good chance of finishing mine before you do yours.
Thanks for sharing the inspiration. These photos look great. I hope to get lots of scenery on my pike. It seems that when you are planning the layout, you either have no idea, or so many ideas, you could never put them together in any given space. Anyway, thanks,
Dennis

[FJ and G]

I was concerned there for a while, Chief; hoping you hadn't abandoned the carpet central layout. I'm relieved to see it's someone else's. Perhaps if you donate a little money, they will make you a part owner so you can do the time share thing.[:D]

[jefelectric]

Chief, You got us. I had my doubts but chicken to speak up. I think I have seen some pictures of this layout before, particularly the two engine houses.

Roy, That is a nice club layout. Is your club moving?

[Anonymous]

Beautiful pictures! That is one very, very nice layout! Perhaps it will inspire The Chief to get started on one of his own.

[Anonymous]

Not much to say other than you are a skilled modeler. I especially like the backdrop and bride span under the layout. very nice finishing touches. I am still doing my layout and you are giving me some ideas. Thanks for sharing.

Dale Hz

[wrmcclellan]

Ha ha! [}:)] Chief had you guys going there for a while didn't he? Yes it is the Lone Star Three Railers club layout. We have not had to dismantle it yet.

I had a great visit with the Chief. Picked him up at Cabellas in Ft Worth and drove him over to the big "D", picked up a fellow club member, and had some good ol' Texas BBQ. [C):-)][dinner] After lunch we went over the layout for a while and then I drove him back to Cabellas.

[M1Tanker]

Regardless my wife thought it was cute!

[csxt30]

That was another good one, Chief !! Boy, that is a really nice layout, Roy !! Was that the layout that was supposed to be moved ?
Thanks again !!

[Frank53]

Not a Norfolk Southern engine in sight.

[darianj]

OK...You got me Cheif!

Really nice layout though!

[ChiefEagles]

AH HECK!!! Busted.[}:)][B)]

Waited for Roy to get back home before we pulled this one on you all.



Great layout and look at all the detail. All the "rock" is hand carved florist foam [guy seen in the background of one of the pictures did the carving]. The New York Central steamer and passenger cars are Roy's. Thanks Roy for the time you spent picking me up, taking me to the layout and then back. Great folks in Dallas [Southerners of course [;)].

[Blueberryhill RR]

Yep, you are right, Tom.