QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 26 Jun 2005, 08:25:21 SPECIAL MESSAGE to customers of "Our" Place No word from Chris these days .... last Email address I have for him can be obtained from me. So, let's get something started to let Chris know we are thinking of him. Posting here is fine, only IF he's on line, which he doesn't appear to be. Drop me an Email and I'll provide you with the info I've got ......... Thanx! Tom
QUOTE: earlydiesels Posted: 26 Jun 2005, 13:18:51 Hello everyone! Thanks for the great time! Truly a birthday to remember. Saturday I helped at the local rail museum and then attended our Spfld's annual fireworks bash along with about 70,000 others. Met a couple at the library Tuesday night who have a 30" railroad about 2 miles long on their land close to the fireworks so took a picnic basket, rode the train several times, and watched the show. Missed the WW2 reenactors jumping out of the C47, though. The railroad's owner wants to make me an engineer now.
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 26 Jun 2005, 19:24:22 Hi All, coffee please, here is a copy of my Restoration blog. Part 1 <Disclamer, this is unoffical, and not a communication from the NMSL&RHS, just my ramblings, about our efforts.> I am a member of the NMSL&RHSS, and am going to start an ongoing list of what is happening with our restoration. Along with the occasional question regarding some of the projects we are working on. I am going to try to updadte after every work session <Wens. and Sat. every week> as my Mid shift work allows me to hit all the work days. Work prior to the start of this log can be seen at, http://www.nmrhs.org/ Today, we almost finsihed wiring the container we use as a machine shop, and finished opening and cleaning the roller bearings on our 8 wheel buckeye trucks <for the tender> we plan to have the tender finished, assembled, and painted by the end of the year. The roller bearings are in almost perfect shape, with the oil removed looking like it we put in last week instead of 40+ years ago, samples have been saved for each roller bearing and will be tested at Sandia labs for metal content and other indications of wear in the bearings. Our Timken source has been slow to respond about the oil we need to reinstall to the bearings, any Ideas? Also progress has been made on the patterns for the Builders Plates we need to replicate <the originals were lost during the Locomotives years as a park display> We have an example of a 1941 plate <photo with dia mesurement> but still need to establi***he thickness of the plate. Also needed is the boiler spec. plate from the cab that shows the MWP and other data. Future projects include the removal of the Appliances, and the abatement of the asbestos, and the prelim testing of the boiler for the FRA compliance. The overall condition of the Locomotive is very good, <we owe a lot to the AT&SF shops the preped the 2926 for display> the mud ring is very clean, and shows little or no scale, the lubricators are working and lubed the running gear during the movement to the storage and then to the work site. all rods have roller bearings installed, and the appliances look like they will need only a little work to make them fully functional. On the down side almost every thing in the cab was vandalized during the park years and will require replacement or re construction. The wrapper around the lagging was patched over the years with pop rivets and galvanized steel and is useful only as a pattern. And all the wiring will need to be replaced. <Disclaimer, this is unofficial, and not a communication from the NMSL&RHS, just my ramblings, about our efforts.> I hope this is of interest, Gunns
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 26 Jun 2005, 19:25:33 Part 2 Well, today <Wednesday> we finished the shop wiring, and I got in the first cuts on a new rivet set for our 3/4 rivets. <I got tired of looking an will just make my own....> the Tender wheel bearing covers are all back in place and we are wiring the safety wires through the bolt heads, <had to drill some of them> the contractor came by to put in a bid for the fill connections for the water tender, we are going to put in a 4 inch pipe from the bottom to fill from Fire pumpers, and also a connection so we can use an Aux tender if needed. the fill pipe will be accessible from both sides of the tender an will have an adapter set so we can connect to most types of fire hoses. <Note the fill pipes will have backflow preventers and be "Y"ed in to a stand pipe 5' tall inside the tender tank so we wont lose all our water incase of a break> the fill Idea was Gleefully appropriated from the folks operating the 3751. Gunns
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 26 Jun 2005, 19:26 Sat. workday, Ahh, long day, installed the last outlet in the work area next to the shop. <Now I can quit pretending to be an electrician and get back to my lathe> We then set up and finished a rivet header to shape the rivet heads on our footer plate under the tender <this plate also is the mount for our tool boxes> this "header forms a rivet head approximetly 7/8 by 1/2 high from a rivet shank 1/2 in dia. <any one wanting construction details let me know> Heat treating will be completed Wens. The finale inspection report on the tender wheel bearings has been written and filed in our growing file of stuff for the FRA inspector. And work proceeds on the trucks, now its brake rigging, we are calling it "Art in the Park", peeling off 40 years of accumulated paint from adjustment links and fittings. It took three of us to un screw one link <I managed to break the jaw off of a 24" crescent wrench and snap the head off of a 5 lb. hammer> Brute strength an ignorance prevailed <along with penetrating oil and breaker bars> and the adjusting rod was disassembled successfully, with out damage to the parts in question. We have an almost complete folio from the AT&SF shops regarding the 2900 series locomotives, faulting only Vol. II the list of heat treated parts and the "numbers" for heat treating them. Not a show stopper as references elsewhere in the folio are mostly available to cover the missing data, but if any one knows a source for the voll II it would help a lot. The biggest job remaining with the tender trucks are the bearings in the brake rigging, and pivot points in the Buckeye frames. Data we have calls for them to be driven out and replaced with "Case hardened material" where needed, some of the bearings are in almost new condition and a few have been worn egg shaped but none luckily past the bearings them selves. Also welded shims put in place by the last shopping need to be restored and welded back in to place. The oil bunker is almost compleate, with the brackets for aligning the Dunnage re fashioned from angle iron and welded in to place, now we need to replace the wooden spacers and lower the bunker back in to place. prior to replacing the bunker we need to verify the operation of the emergency oil shut off valve, one of the moving handles that was well used during the park years. And also while both the water and oil tanks have been primed with "Rust Bullet" <we are skipping the red lead paint...> we still need to get the black paint on the surfaces that will be covered with the oil bunker in place. To be continued...... Gunns
QUOTE: trolleyboy Posted: 27 June 2005, 00:24:29 Just a quick drive by posting (I'm tired and work's been busy ) Gunn's have you tried writing / emailing to the Timkin plant in St Thomas Ontario, they make the loco bearings. You may get more of an answer on wear / oil etc from them. I know that our museum's shop guys more oft than not write directly to the manufacturers if we need anything. Several of them our now corporate sponsors always helpful. A funny story this is true. About ten years ago we were having trouble with our L&PS car #8. The bearings were going and no one made that size and type anymore ( car was built in 1915 by Jewett ). Our master mechanic at the time noticed that the bearings manufacturer was still in business, so having no luck with the various middle men out there he wrote them direct. We figured that we wouldn't here any thing and we started drawing up contingency plans. Static display which was not really an option as we had spent 12 years of off frame restoration to mdake the car fully operable, or redesigning with more modern type bearings not a pleasant thought but a real possibility. Low and behold the manufacturer got back to us and told us that they had four bearings in stock in their warehouse. Which we promptly ordered. We were charged freight only for the parts which arrived packed in their preserving grease just as they originally appeared in 1917 when they were made!!! We were also sent the patterns and drawings for them. When we need parts we send the patterns off and have them made .Pricy but at least a priceless car is still operable. Well everyone enjoy the rest of your weekends. Talk to you all later. Rob
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 27 June 2005, 02:57:46 Ducking in from work again... Coffee please, Yep we tried Timkin, they said that the end users picked the lubricants, how ever the crew of the 3751 has the same roller bearings on their tender, and a pair of 50 gal barrels of the oil they use, and they read the stock number and specs. off of them for us.... one down lots to go <G> Hmmm sandwich fixens thanks to the Kitchen crew... Found out that due to war time shortages our builders plates were made from cast iron, and I am thinking of trying the lost foam casting method of replicating them, not really looking forward to working with cast iron temps though..... If it works maybe I'll put together a new range for the kitchen here <grin> Gunns
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 27 June 2005, 03:42:24 Ok back form rounds, more coffee, Two Questions for the crowd... 1. The years have passed and we find ourselves with an operating certified class 1 steam locomotive, capable of 87,000 lb of draw bar pull, what do we do with it? <conditions, we want to run, making money is not important except that we want to break even on operating costs> 2. We want a shop storage facility, what should we include? <realistically and dream extremes> For me, 1. I would run an excursion from Albuquerque to El Paso, stay over night and return. That is about 260 miles one way, and as we can run at least at intra modal speeds, the trip would take about 5 or 6 hours. <if we are allowed to break 70 mph we can chop an hour or so off of the trip. Note I figured the trip at 45 mph average> and I would try to do the trip 3 or 4 times a year.... 2. I think we need a covered heated / cooled structure that we could raise steam inside of, it would need "house steam" of at least 80 psi <ever hear how to cold start an oil burner > at least4 sidings inside the building, 1 for Rail car restoration, one for the engine one for a guest engine, and another if we need to separate the tender and loco for work. Also an inspection pit for inspecting the underside and a wheel drop pit. A fab shop with lathes, drill presses, and mills also.. water, power, etc. What do you think? Gunns
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 27 June 2005, 06:46:17 Mornin' everybody , just got back from the Interstate marathon unscathed but for highway paranoia, floating "coffee kidneys" and Truck Stop 10 W. 40 "grease." I'm sure all of you have been to a reunion of some sort, so I won't dwell on the particulars. I'm just grateful to be back in one piece so I can renew my previous oath: "NEVER AGAIN! Maybe a Benedictine and Brandy 'straight up' Tom. That will take the "edge" off the glutinous "pig out" I had on "real" food at home last night. B& B also works as a sedative and I'll need it after reading the previous week's Summaries. Gunns, a late hearty welcome to "Our" Place and your contributions on the "real" thing. It sure is humbling to listen to you and Rob (trollyboy) pounding away with 5 lb. hammers and 2' crescent wrenches, et al., while I'm using forceps, tweezers and "Goo." I know it will all be worth it when old 2926 starts hissing, belching and chuffing again. "Its alive, Its alive!" Gunns, you live in the "best kept secret in the West." In 1998, I made a "solo" trip there (Albuquerque) enjoying the climate, B.B.Q., Tex-Mex, "Old Town," Kirtland A.F.B. and artist's colonies (first day). The second day, I was out looking for real estate. I'm still sorry nothing reasonable developed. Where are Clueless and Doyle? Are they on the Chris Case?" I can't leave my "second stool" for a couple of days that everything ends-up "in a hand basket." Looks like Village Vigilante time for an A.P.B. on our fellow passenger, and a.s.a.p.! Oh, sorry I missed your Birthday Dan. From the look of the repair bills and salvage receipts; it must've been grand. I hope the present "slow down" on "The Streamliners" book is only temporary and will soon be back in "full swing." Suggestions, Gunns? A very wealthy group of Sponsors should do it. Okay, I'm outta here! Its great to see ya's all again and I brought back four bushel of Md. Crabs for Nick's larder. The "Air Bourne" boots are for Boris come wine season. , See ya.
QUOTE: passengerfan Posted: 25 Jun 2005, 10:29:34 Good Morning all, I had every intention of sleeping in my own comfortable bed not finding myself waking under a pool table. If I can survive last nights ba***hen maybe I can survive anything. Now its back to work and I need help from the gang. What i need is info on the LRC trains the info I need is car numbers, seating capacities, types of cars and dates the LRC services began? I know its a pretty tall order but any help will be greatly appreciated. I tried it on another forum listing and found all of the ACELA info But no come backs that were helpful so I'm tuning to the "our House" lot for assistance.
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 25 Jun 2005, 12:53:42 passengerfan Al Regarding your quest to locate LRC info .... my guess is that any of the leading search engines will direct you to enormous amounts of info. That being said, it then becomes a matter of sorting it all out. There is a relatively new search engine on the block, www.dogpile.com - yes, that's right - www.dogpile.com Go to "advanced search" and keep trying until you wind up with the "hits" you are looking for. I've looked through my train library and haven't come up with the detailed info you require. By the way, we are "Our" Place - not "Our House"! Geesh! [banghead] While you're here - whatillyahave at "Our" Place [tup] [swg] Tom
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 26 June 2005, 00:40:23 Back at work again...., same deal as last night, rounds are done, a little "pucker Factor" as a line squall is over our power mains from down south, but every thing is on the trips, and I have almost 4 million watts of back up hot and ready to run <G>, also we had a display replacement a few years ago, and it cut our power needs on the critical bus <the one with 35 tons of UPS and 980 10,0000 amp batteries on it> by 70%, that gives me Belt, Suspenders, and 3 changes of "innerwear"....... <Rummaging around for coffee and sandwiches> I did 9 hrs at our work day Sat, I don't know the policy for linking other forums but I am Blogging the work parties in one, I can put up a link or just copy / past it here if Ya'll want. Any way it was cooler and slightly overcast, made for a great day. Gunns
QUOTE: coalminer3 Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 12:28:39 Coffee to go, please. Note to passengerfan. Let me know what kind of info. you are hunting for. I bet with the regional coverage provided by our "regulars" and other visitors, we can come up with just about anything. One facet of passenger service that has always interested me is some of the "long way around" interline services provided by large carriers. I just happened to find a February 10, 1942 PRR timetable in the "stack of stuff," and will provide an example. Table "M" in this humongous tt covers interline service via the PRR and N&W between Chicago and Norfolk. I am sure back then that this line carried a ton of military traffic. Anyway, the traveler had two through trains each way. Here are the consists: Train 200 "Southland" 10 section lounge car: Chicago-Norfolk 8 section/buffet lounge: Chicago-Cincinnati 10 rtte/5 db: Chicago-Cincinnati 12 section/drawing room: Chicago-Springfield (In PRR 204 from Richmond) 10 rtte/5db: Chicago -Dayton Coach: Chicago-Cincinnati Train 200 departed Chicago at 11:40 p.m. with a 7:30 a.m. arrival in Cincinnati. The connecting N&W train departed Cincinnati at 11:40 a.m. with a 7:15 a.m. arrival in Norfolk. Train 208, the Union was the second Chicago-Norfolk service. This had a 10 section/lounge Chicago-Norfolk sleeper and a 10 section/3 db sleeper Cincinnati -Winston Salem (an interesting car plan when you think abt it) A parlor car operated between Chicago and Columbus, a diner longe between Chicago and Cinccinnati. and coaches between Chicago, and Columbus, Cincinnati, and Norfolk Returning, PRR 215 was the "Chicago Daylight Express." It handled the Norfolk-Chicago and Winston-Salem-Cincinnati cars, along with a diner/lounge and coaches. Train 201, the "Southland" handled a lounge sleepers and a coach between Cincinnati and Chicago. One of the sleepers ran out of Cincinnati and the others were picked up en route at Springfield and Dayton. The Springfield and Dayton cars were switched out to PRR 203 at Richmond Train 237-109, the "Chicago Night Express" provided connecting service from the N&W at Cincinnati. It handled a 10 section/lounge car en route from Norfolk. The interesting part abt. this is all of the short cars that were handled on these trains and the set outs and pickups that were involved; this is something a lot of people forget when they look at passenger service: Pullmans went to a lot of place. Now let's close with a fine piece of advertising copy (most folks know I am an NYC follower, but the Great Tuscan Father is not to be ignored...) IN AND OUT OF WASHINGTON - VIA PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD'S ALL-WEATHER FLEET Take it from Chicago-There's a fleet of 5 every day - paced by the popular luxury leader, Liberty Limited, offering a complete range of Pullman accommodations as well as reclining seat coaches. For travel luxury at low coach fares-The Trail Blazer carries through Washington coaches And from St. Louis - Four fine trains daily to Washington-the all-Pullman Spirit of St. Louism the luxury all-coach Jeffersonian, the American, and Pennsylvania Limited. From Cleveland - The Clevelander Akron - The Akronite Detroit - The Red Arrow Buffalo - The Dominon Express Washington-New York: 40 all-electric trains daily, led by The Congressional (226 miles in 215 minutes) Washington-New England-Eastern Canada A fine fleet daily, through without change via the Hell Gate Bridge Well, that's enough nostalgia for now, but it was too good not to post. Happy birthday and andjoy the celebration. I trust all of the fire extinguishers have been checked and certified. work safe
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 13:34:09 G'day coalminer3 and thanx for labor you put forth in your last post. Sure brings back some thoughts of those wonderful times for those who used the passenger trains of America. I have a well used edition of The Official Guide of ther Railways and Steam Navigation Lines of the Unites States - Puerto Rico - Canada - Mexico and Cuba. Mine is the August 1956 edition of the monthly publication. Within its pages one can easily find themselves immersed in nostalgia beyond belief. The advertisements alone a worth whatever this book cost my son at a flea market sale. For example, full page ads for the Pennsylvania Railroad, New York Central System, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway for openers. The steamship companies like the Grace Line - Waterman - Lykes Line and Moore-McCormack representative of the days when the USA had many, many flag vessels along with a huge Merchant Marine. Pages and pages of airline schedules for companies long gone, Eastern Air Lines - National Airlines - Colonial Airlines - Trans-Canada Airlines and Trans World Airlines are but a few. But, the fun of browsing this publication is to imagine putting together a passenger rail itinerary - from wherever to nearly anywhere. I like to recreate trips that I made back then, or to come up with routes for others I would have dearly loved to have taken. Goes on and on ...... I gather we won't be seeing you at this evening's Birthday Bash for earlydiesels Dan - well, I'm sure he'll catch your well wishes! Enjoy the weekend and thanx again for your continuing contributions to "Our" Place Tom
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 17:32:15 earlydiesels Dan Party Time at "Our" Place Let the Birthday Bash begin! We've got the full staff here tonight - EXCEPT for Boris, he's got the night off thanx to Nick and his wise anticipation ........ I see the pool tables are being used - Juke is blaring away - movies on all three large screen TV's - ALL the gals are working tonight - Can-Am track gang is here - Inspector Clueless of the Local Constabulary along with his new found friend, Mr. Dolye, Private Investigator are providing security - so sit back, relax and let earlydiesels Dan know you are here! We expect to see Dan and Nick live at around 7 PM CDST! So, whatillyahave Tom
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 18:14:29 Morning all, <its real almost 1700 here but thats when I get up on work days, I work from 2200 till 800> Menu suggestion >Breakfast Burritos< Want Red Chilii and eggs n carne adovada< Finally got my photo link set up <actually 1 day is excellent turnaround time> So here is A pic of our "War Baby" http://www.railimages.com/albums/kevinevans/aaa.jpg Thanks for the info on the El Pasoan, All I really knew about it was that the 2926 hauled it as it's last revanue run in the 50s. As soon I can peel the photos out of the camera I'll put up the pix I took in Santa Fe Yesterday <of the 5030 a texas 2-10-4 made in 1944> sadly the Builders Plate and Boiler data plate were missing on that Locomotive also. I did however get some shots of the boiler shell where the had removed the lagging, and the pitting damage was much lower than expected. This is good as our engine 2926 was stored in Albuqurque in a much drier climate than Santa Fe. No suds for now, <8 hr rule dont ya know......> but a snack and coffie would do. and >>>HAPPY Geburtstdag<<<<< earlydiesels Dan Gunns
QUOTE: nickinwestwales Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 18:56:39 Hey Tom, set em up for the house if you will with a large brandy chaser for the birthday boy.... just slipping through to the kitchen to fire up the stove and catch up on some post, see you in a bit,nick
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 18:59:19 Good Evening Gunns Somewhere 'round here is the coffee urn - I'm sure we'll find it in amongst all the Party stuff...... We kinda like the light breakfast fare, but, should you become a regular breakfast customer I'm sure when Boris returns, he'll fix you right up with your hot choices ....... That was one quick turn around with the photo album ... took me about 72 hours go get up and running .... good deal. Interesting photo ... Gotta get back to the bar ...... Tom
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:05:56 Hey Nick Really appreciate your staying up so late to join us in the Party for earlydiesels Dan - In case you haven't heard - open bar this fine night! Cindy is waiting for YOU back in the kitchen! Tom
QUOTE: earlydiesels Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:07:17 Hello everyone! A cold one to get me primed for the corned beef and cabbage! Then another one to wash down the bad email I just read. But hey- this is a celebration! Let's enjoy the entertainment that has been arranged and watch these one classic movies!
QUOTE: nickinwestwales Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:16:21 Aha -I see the birthday boy has joined us, welcome Dan- hope your having a good one so far,pull up a waitress & relax,the beers are set up,the food will be ready by the time you`ve taken the bite off of your thirst and if the music gets much louder we`ll be losing roof tiles--ENJOY !!!
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:16:46 Hey Dan to you - 43 and counting! Put aside any bad thoughts and join the gang in celebration of YOUR day! Nick is in the kitchen - I'd be a bit careful about just walking in on him - Cindy may be getting some OJT, since it's her first time back there! Tom
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:18:57 Hey Nick What's the point in having the Juke blaring away along with the 3 large screen TV's and the din of the crowd in here And where did that live band come from West Wales is my guess! Tom
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:23:46 Hillbillies A guy walks into a bar in West Virginia and orders a white wine. All the hillbillies sitting around the bar look up, expecting to see some pitiful Yankee from the north. The bartender says, "You ain't from around here, are ya?" The guy says, "No, I'm from Canada." The bartender says, "What do you do in Canada?" The guy says, "I'm a taxidermist." The bartender says, "A taxidermist? What in tarnation is a taxidermist? Do you drive a taxi?" "No, a taxidermist doesn't drive a taxi. I mount animals." The bartender grins and hollers, "It's okay boys. He's one of us." Party on! Tom
QUOTE: nickinwestwales Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:26:53 Hey Tom-that Cindy is some gal -- I may be some time,nick
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:28:52 Well Nick better watch it - she's a teacher at the all female unviersity up the road and no doubt whatever it is you are learning, there WILL be an exam! Tom
QUOTE: earlydiesels Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:42:45 Hey, I' m needing a water after the brandy. I've never imbided that spirit before. The loudness doesn't faze me. Too many years of loud rock n roll, small arm and artillery fire, and now loco horns means I'm half deaf. It does seem a bit darker in here than usual, though. I will not walk in the kitchen-do not want to interrupt any OJT! Tom, if the law is already here, does that mean their compatriots will not raid OUR PLACE for excessive noise and rowdiness??
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:44:36 BIRTHDAY WATCH LIST: March 5th (Nick – 45) - April 18 (Al - 63) - May 18th (Tom - 67) – May 27th (Dave – 46- June 24th (Dan - 43) - July 15th (*** – 65) - July 25th (Chris - 51) - August 16th (Ted - 67) - September 8th (Rob - 34) Party on! Tom
QUOTE: passengerfan Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:46:11 Hey Just Made it under the wire . Well Happy Birthday Dan and lets set up a round for the regulars lets make that a round for the house. Can't help wondering if anyone has heard from Chris . He was supposed to get out of the hospital on tuesday and haven't heard anything since. How about a toast to his good health. Maybe he will send birthday greetings to Dan and we can all stop wondering. I think maybe a round or two of pool is just what I need this evening. Promised better half I would watch calorie intake this evening (what she doesn't know won't hurt her will it? ) Only chance I get to lose diet is when better half lets me go by myself. Maybe we can firm up the four day plan for Toronto next May soon.
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:47:57 Dan When the law is here - we ARE the law! This village only has one squad car and it's parked along side "Our" Place Dark in here Hmmmmm - you may want to take off those sun glasses! Tom
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:55:12 passengerfan Al Glad you got away from work for a bit and stopped by .... No word from Chris - not by Email either. Have to keep thinking positive .. Diet we can help out on that ... try some of this diet Crown Royal ... trust me, low cal all the way First time I've noticed you mention our Rendezvous in Toronto. In case you've missed the info - the next update will be this coming Monday .... check it out. Party hardy! Tom
QUOTE: earlydiesels Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 19:58:51 About those sunglasses, I took someone's earlier suggestion to heart about grabbing a waitress and she knocked them off! I need to hear some Hank Snow train songs but I am engaged in the 3 big screens going at once. BTW, when is the girl popping out of the birthdhay cake supposetdd to arrive? Another cold draught, please.
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 20:03:26 Dan Cakes and the likes are the responsibilities of Chief Chef Nick I'd be careful about what you wish for ....... By the by, we've got all kinds of Hank Snow songs - but I seriously doubt whether anyone could hear them over this noise ...... Now, grabbing the gals is something you may want to rethink ... they ARE lethal weapons, these gals of ours! Have another! Tom
QUOTE: earlydiesels Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 20:08:52 This is Mrs. earlydiesels! So, Thanks for having a birthday party for him!! I must warn you, he ADORES REDHEADS!!! Don't get him too plastered, or he won't be any use to me tomorrow! Lol
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 20:21:20 Hoooooooo boy! Now you tell us! Well, one of our gals just happens to be a drop dead Redhead Ruthie is her name and she's ..... well, let's just say, she's .... guess there just isn't any delicate way to put this...... Dan, perhaps you should rethink that offer! Thanks for popping in, Mrs. earlydiesels - make yourself comfortable and join the frayparty Tom!
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 20:33:27 Looks like the regulars have settled in - movies are still going strong - Juke is tied to the deck from the bouncing and vibes it has taken - all the booths and tables are jammed - bar is hoppin', so best I can say at this point is: Party 'til you drop My guess is that Nick took Cindy to West Wales for the remainder of the night/early AM ..... really appreciate him coming on board for kitchen duty! We close when the last man can no longer stand ...... Tom
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 24 Jun 2005, 22:09:36 Okay guys - I've been logged on continuously since 5:30 PM CDST - it's now 10 PM and time to get Juneau out for his last go before bed .... Don't worry, one of the gals will handle the bar 'til closing time .... Again, earlydiesels Dan and many more! See ya! Tom
QUOTE: trolleyboyPosted: 25 June 2005, 00:34:30 Hey happy Dan sorry I missed the biggest piece of the party but was called away for a slight emergency down home. I'll stay here and clean up as pennance. That way Nick and Cindy can relax. I let the local out of his shed to help sort through the war zone bar room. We should have it mostly ship shape by morning. It's a good thing that Boris is basically nocturnal by nature. Enjoy the rest of the bash Dan. I've taken the liberty of paying a Canam fare home for you.First class all the way Rob
QUOTE: passengerfan Posted: 25 June 2005, 01:10:48 Tom I am slow on the uptake sometimes maybe not enough of hat diet Crown Royal. But have been thinking about Toronto a great deal. My daughter lives in Barrie and will give me a chance to kill two birds with one stone. It will give me a chance to see my grand daughter Cass who is four and never mean't her grandfather yet. Wiil check into possible trip by rail from California to Vancouver and Canadian from Vancouver to Toronto. Will find a rail route home as well via US maybe fly to New York then rail from to Chicago and California Zephyr to Sacramento.
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 25 June 2005, 01:22:14 Checking in from work, Apfelsaftschorle bitte, <50/50 mix of apple juice and fizzy mineral water> Done my first set of rounds, and am settling in for my watch. After work I'm headed back to the Oven, opps the lathe shop, I need to finish up the rivet set so the crew can finish up the foot plates on the tender. Not a hard job, turn to shape, heat treat to hardness, polish a side then draw it back to something that wont shatter the first time they put it in the rivet gun. <I figure second straw or blue> We are looking for another "Shop Folio" we have AT&SFs folio #1 for the 2900 series, but it turns out there is another volume, if any one has an Idea where to find it let me know. Aso we have a complete set of drawings for the 2926, gonna put them on a CD-Rom, and sell them at meets. It won’t pay for the restoration but it might keep us operating <G> "lunch" in 2 hours, let me know what the night chief has on the menu. Gunns
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