QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 08:15:13 Passengerfan Al I wasn't sure at first if you were talking about "S" guage (American Flyer) or prototypes. Now, I have been apprised of the "Pullman Bradley" car origins, many thanks. BTW Al, were the New Haven coaches modeled by Gilbert (American Flyer) taken from the "Bradley" design? They have almost a European profile, without the "slam door" features, of course. One could put a Pennsy K-4 (Bell Pyre boiler) at the head and pass for a U.K. consist. Okay...business! This is Russell BIG DAY and if you have been reading Tom's Summaries, you already know the menu and the time at "Our" Place tongihjt Live "Battle of the Bands;" great "Juke" on the breaks; silly hats, noise makers; the "Whole Enchilada!" Oh, did I mention Lucy's debut as "Lady in the [Devil's food] Cake?" Rob with westcoast Dave's help and Clueless' supervision have got security "tighter than a cow's "patoot" in fly season.!" Dress Code? There ain't any but you might want to don a raincoat when the Champagne and "Cake hit the ceiling fan." Okay? 7:30 pm, CDST (Central) time. Say Tom have you settled on a "theme" for your S guage (suspended) layout yet? If not, I may be mailing you soon on some ideas. Okay BORIS bring out those 55 gallon drums and bank the coals. See Ya's later, Ted
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 08:24:25 G'morning Ted I think your post came in just around the time of the SUMMARY ...... happens. Appreciate the thoughts regarding my S-gauge effort. Theme [?] I have one - running three trains! There will be only a smattering of structures and all related to trackside stuff - no town, no industry, no farm. Just a countryside landscape, with a small lake. A highway traversing the top of my tunnel, lots of trees and that's it. The track plan, as shown on the pix, may not clearly show it, but there's plenty of operating room on the 7x8 ft layout, with 8 turnouts (switches). Again, thanx! Enjoy the day - and I presume you are busy with your nephew. You have some catching up to do 'round here ..... REMINDER: I'm not going to be here for the 7:30 PM CDST (Central Time) start of the Birthday Bash for Trainnut484 Russell. Duty falls to you, Mr. Manager! Tom
QUOTE: passengerfan Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 08:50:47 Good Morning All Coffee and a pastry Please! Jut thought I would mention that the A C Gilbert American Flyer S Gauge cars were taken from the Pullman/ Bradley designs with the companies blessings. Probably no other cars became as popular for the AC Gilbert American Flyer Co. Actually I am digging pretty deep to find the information on the other passenger cars built at the Pullman/Bradley plant. I am double checking my sources to be as accurate as possible. Those I have mentioned are accurate but there are others I still need to find out about and double check sources. Well must start getting ready soon for work. Saturdays I put in six hours and then am off until Monday except during tax season when the work is seven days a week. from January through April. I still allow three hours a day for research and a minimum of two hours per day writing. Well enough rambling time for a morning wake me up all around.
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 09:39:36 A reminder to all regulars today is Trainnut484 Russell's 34th Birthday! [bday] If you can't make the Birthday Ba***onight at 7:30 PM CDST (Central Time), drop some best wishes on him NOW! Thanx! Tom
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 09:45:19 Hi (again) passengerfan A Help yourself to the pastry and java .... check 'em out in the newly acquired pastry case provided by Cindy. Everything's fresh from Mentor Village Bakery, of course! Actually, it was about a year ago, while devouring one of my newly acquired hard cover train books that I came across some photo's that flicked a switch in my aging grey matter. Geez, I thought, those cars resemble the A.C. Gilbert American Flyer passenger cars of years gone by. Sure enough, as I read on, there it was - the Pullman/Bradley designs were in fact the prototype for the AF venture. Be seein' ya, Tom
QUOTE: West Coast S Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 12:05:34 Morning Tom and the gang... [bday] Russell, I' ve got the back up squad just in case it becomes necessary to restore some semblence of order, providing of course you can keep them away from the bar, girls, food in that order. Last time I let the boys loose on a special security detail, they went AWOL for a week before being found in a advanced catatonic state on the Vegas strip stripped of all personal effects except for thier Master Card travel card, travel orders and poker chips from various casinos. It's your day Russell, My wife once asked what would be my BD wish when I reached the big 50, I told her the same gift I wanted when I turned the big 40, a new wife would be a pleasent surprise . A wonderful women is she to put up with the likes of me for over 20 years! Enjoy your day Russell, the best is yet to come and the gang is ready, willing and able to make it a memorable event . In the meantime, duty calls, business before pleasure and all that, I'll check back when the joint is really jumping.. Dave
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 12:23:57 G'day West Coast S Dave Hit 'n run, eh [?] Working on Saturday's should be outlawed ...... Geesh! Thought for sure that URL I posted would have at least begun some interest 'round here. Well, once again - can lead that horse to water, but .......... I expect to check in this evening around 6 PM (Central Time) - maybe a bit earlier. Nevertheless, all seems to be in waiting for Trainnut484 Russell's 34th! Birthday Bash! [bday] Party starts at 7:30 PM (Central Time)! Any comments regarding the A.C. Gilbert American Flyer and the Pullman/Bradley design that passengerfan Al brought up [?] Gotta run - Cindy is in this afternoon to spot me a few hours behind the bar! She just returned from her lingerie show over at Victoria Secret's ......... and didn't have much time to change outfits! She will, though ....... See ya! Tom
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 16:44:53 [bday] To You To You To Russell To You! 34! ====================================== Russell's first visit to "Our" Place QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 27 Jun 2005, 15:52:18 Posts: 449 Joined: 09 Oct 2002 Location: Kansas City Just a friendly reminder for those at or soon will be trackside in the summer heat. Be sure to pack alot of bottled water, something to snack on, and a place to get in out of the heat. Have a safe summer . Take care, Russell ====================================== Looks like I'm outta here until late tonight ........... have a great Birthday Bash! Tom
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:22:18 Hi All. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Russell!!! I need A cold one, how about 25 oz. of "Fat Tire Ale". Just got back from the work day, it was hot but we got a lot done. Check the Museum thread... Ted I lean toward the smooth sides, painted in Santa Fe Green, the 2926 hauled trains no.s 1 and 2 also 23 and 24 in this configuration for most of its service. were these train no.s "name trains"? Tom I would like the "Special" please... Gonna kick back, and I see that "Red Green" is on the tube. Ahhh Bier.... Gunns
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:27:24 Hello Ted and everyone I'm here Russell
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:31:23 Happy [bday] to you happy to you, happy dear Russel, Happy to you. Welcome all to the gala. Enjoy the fine B.B.Q. and music. Great to see ya Russell. Many happy returns, Ted
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:34:15 Thanks Tom, Dave, Kevin, and Ted for the b day greetings. I would like a Capt Morgan's rum and coke for this occasion. That will hit the spot. I think I'll dab into the buffet. Russell
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:38:00 The combined bands are opening with the "Beer Barrel Polka" just for you Russ. How about "letting it all hang-out" with Jemima, she's a little heavy but a great Polka dancer. Yes, Gunns the A.T.S.F. green smooth sides is best. I'll leave the train "names" to the experts. Have a Bier and enjoy. Ted
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:40:48 Okay don't be shy. Capt. Morgan's Rum it is Russell. here is a funny hat and let's "get it on" the evening is young
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:42:45 Ted, I might need a crash course in polka dancing since I have two left feet to begin with. After a few rum and cokes, I'll have two left feet plus two left hands Russell
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:52:11 Hey guys, don't forget to hang on to your ticket stubs. The door prize is the Walther's Super Chief HO train set. Where are Dave and Rob? I guess they are discussing security with Inspector Clueless. Here comes the Birthday cake, candles and you know what. Russ every one expects a speech after cutting the cake. Try not to pass out while blowing out the candles first.
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:54:30 AHHHH that rum "n" coke tastes great Ted . Earlier today, I went to a casino for the first time in about four years, and I took my wife and mother with me. No big winnings, unless $11.05 on the 1c machines counts as big. We had a great time, especially my mother who has never been in a casino until now. She's the one that one the $11.05. Russell
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:58:50 Speech [?]Okay, but make sure those boots are high enough Are those candles, or emergency flares [?] Russell
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 19:58:52 Don't worry 'bout the "two step" Russ] Jamima will do all the leading you need. Somebody take that whistle from Boris...He's driving me nuts, already. Oh Oh, we better cut the cake soon or Lucy will suffocate. Great ribs, eh?
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:03:16 Ted, the food is terrific . Another refill on the rum 'n' coke please. I've got my safety goggles on waiting for the "surprise" in the cake . Uhh is Boris allowed to dip into the icing [?]
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:08:41 I have my fishing waders on Russ so let's get to the cake first then the speech. Who wants to do the honors for letting the gal out of the bag?[ OH GEEMINS I can't believe the band is playing "hes a jolly good fellow" now. Hire the handicaped, the're funny to watch! Okay, here comes the count down: 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1...Egads its Leon! What the vodoo happened to Lucy[?]
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:11:23 Leon [?] Pulling double duty here ?? EGADS
QUOTE: passengerfan Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:20:24 Happy Birthday Russell I'll have a crown royal and a round for the house to toast the birthday party. Gunns AT&SF trains 1-2 were the old Santa Fe De-Luxe later Coach heavyweight and lightweight CALIFORNIA LIMITED and 23 and 24 were the Grand Canyon. Both were heavyweights with the latter receiving several lightweight cars in the period we are talking about. Still think a mixture of the two types of cars would not look bad. But know for a fact the big Santa fe Northerns pulled 19-20 most often after it was streamlined they were the power between Colorado and Los Angeles until 1947 when the PAs took over.
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:21:46 Now I get it. The Village Bakery mixed up their deliveries. We got cake for the lady's lengerie shop and they got Lucy You just can't trust "hired help" these days First, let me fire the band, then I'll get on the phone to the Bakery. Hang in there Russell All is not lost!
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:28:54 Crown Royal it is Al Thanks for coming also for great info. on the A.T.S.F. runs. Take it easy on the Capt. Morgans Russ...that's 120 proof special export. Okay, we will have a re-run on the cake thing. Leon's on his way and Lucy should be here any moment via Village taxi.
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:30:25 Ladies lingerie shop eh. HMMmm. I can take the cake with Leon over there and switch him for Lucy
QUOTE: barndad Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:38:24 Yikes! I'm an hour late! Please put the next round on me, and make sure trainnut484 doesn't try to buy his own drinks? I don't see the birthday boy here ... is he playing pool in the back? I'll just mosey on over and have a looksee
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:39:18 Its just as well that Lucy will be late...she will make her entrance from the stair case in the Bikini I bought from "petty cash." I'll play Sy Zentner's "The Stripper" on the Juke box as she saunters down the steps Hey Al grab a half octave of those baby backs while we refill that Crown Royal. Think I need a double J & B on the rocks, myself.
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:40:51 QUOTE: Originally posted by Theodorebear Crown Royal it is Al Thanks for coming also for great info. on the A.T.S.F. runs. Take it easy on the Capt. Morgans Russ...that's 120 proof special export. Okay, we will have a re-run on the cake thing. Leon's on his way and Lucy should be here any moment via Village taxi. Congrats Ted on your 100th post You have now reached the blue two star level I wouldn't have less than 120 proof Russell
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:45:09 Hey barndad, glad you could make it. There is a mix up but no one seems to mind. The beautiful and talented Lucy will be along any minute. Here is that Bier you ordered. Sit, relax and hang in for the festivities. I gotta check on that funny smell coming from the galley.
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:56:4 Glad you made it barndad
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 20:56:52 Thanks Russell. Actually, I'm way over 100, changed handles a couple of times...no big deal. Geez, that "smell" from the kitchen is {b]Boris' left boot. He tried to "fire walk" over the charcoals. Showing off to Ruthie again. Hope we see a few more "Regulars" but I know a few had "planned" week ends. We may be small but we are DYNOMITE! Russell, do you have your speech ready for after Lucy', Mmmm showing?
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 21:16:16 I layed my speech cue cards on the jukebox, but they're gone . I can try to wing it though. (Taps glass with spoon) AHEM..Test one two..Test on..wait-a-minute. Oh great Boris has been messing around with the microphone and amp. Oh well here goes I raise my glass to all who are here tonight and those who are here in spirit. Thanks for a great party. One more rum 'n' coke please. Thanks Russell
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 21:37:17 At the risk of talking to myself, maybe we should move the party into the pool room with the Track Gang. They have a bigger turn out and we could challange the winners. Looks like there will be a lot of "leftovers." And, I'm sure Boris will be happy to hear that. Russell, let me wish you a very happy 34th and hope that sometime our paths may cross in the "real" world. I need to tend to the fires before there are anymore failed attempts. Let's put that "speech" and Lucy's "cake walk" on hold for now. We can take a "rain check" for when the "Regulars" are a bit more "regular." For now, I must put it away for another day. Once again, [bday]and "keep the faith." There may be a Super Chief again "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." See ya again real soon, Ted
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 30 Jul 2005, 21:37:5 Well fellas it was a great party. Small in numbers, but packed a powerful punch. Thanks to Lucy for her cake performance. Good thing tomorrow is recoop day (thats recooperating from Leon's cake "episode"). Thanks again and take care Russell
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 31 July 2005, 06:04:00 Right, this Post goes in the mail slot on either side of the doors. Murphy's law prevailed throughout all of last night but, by Gosh, we still had a lot of fun. Russell is "no worse for wear" and "Our" Place sustained little or no damage a'tall. Come to that, this was perhaps the most civilized "Bash" in recent memory. One year older and many years wiser, right Russell? Thanks to all those who could make it. We hope you'll return for many more. Barndad, or anybody, what color is "Santa Fe" green? The "green" I remember is more of a "washed out" Olive Drab on those "squared off" over-sized windows and "sill sides channeled" cars. Walther's had a special "run" of these kits back in the 1980's. I should've bought some but I was doing B & O and Southern back then (still am). *** did you indeed draw "haazardous duty pay" while traveling in London? Tom, the place is still "intact" and aside from the Band that helped "kill live music;" all went well. Oh, Boris will need another pair of Boondockers. Okay, its Sunday and time for kicking off the shoes and relaxing after a very looong Homily (Sermon) from Vicar O'Mally at the Chapel. I hope everyone survives the weekend safe and "in one piece." Happy rails all, Ted
QUOTE: barndad Posted: 31 July 2005, 08:57:27 As it is Sunday, I'll just real sly slip this message in one of the two mail slots ... or should I tear it in half and leave it in both[?] //NOTE: Scroll up for PIX// Theodorebear, this pic is for you: I have no idea what shade of green this is, but it seems closer to black than a washed-out green. Gunns, I can't believe the fast progress you are making on your renovation! Very impressive!! I think you should move your loco up here to facilitate comparisons with our 2903. What do you think?
QUOTE: Posted: 31 Jul 2005, 12:15:11 I know we're closed on Sundays, so I'm dropping this in the mail slot. Thanks again to those who made it to the bash last night. Ted, here's a link for Santa Fe green: http://atsfrr.net/resources/Sandifer/Passenger/CoachGreen.htm Take care, Russell
QUOTE: earlydiesels Posted: 31 Jul 2005, 12:31:20 Just a quick note dropped in the mailbox slot. Russell, hope you had a great bday. Looks like it from the debris scattered outside (or is that from the track gang?). The other museum we belong to has acquired a depot that has been sitting at a farm and yesterday had a meeting to finalize details about moving it, foundation, location, etc. Wife was scheduled to work yesterday but that was cancelled Friday afternoon so we just hopped in the truck and drove straight west. See everyone later in the week.
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 31 Jul 2005, 20:40:19 Thanks barndad and Russell for the additional information on the A.T.S.F. green. Oh, Tom, before I forget, don't even mention the filling in on the Bash, it was my pleasure. Please someone tell me I'm not going "bonkers." Is that "Trash Bean" wine getting to me or was there a tan colored paint used on the Santa Fe heavyweights "once upon a time?" It wasn't anything close to the "Coach Green" or "Pullman Green." I thought I saw this distinctive color on some post W.W. II Santa Fe cars even into the early 1950's. I haven't seen that same tint (Sierra tan?) on any other Road. Hey barndad that is one beautiful baggage/passenger combine. This car is definitely "Santa Fe all the way." Where were the car shops located anyone? [oops] I've picked enough brains for one night. See everybody early tomorrow, "Lord willing and the creek don't rise" (Tennesse Ernie Ford). G'night, Ted
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 31 Jul 2005, 23:36:26 Here is one in the slot... barndad <Grin> will bring it up there when we can get there under our own power..... might make a fun trip we colud pick up Russell on the way through KC. Gunns
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 01 August 2005, 06:26:20 Mornin Tom I guess a couple "over easy," toasted English, home fries a couple of rashers of bacon, thanks a bunch. I'll grab my own "super size" flask of Joe. Yeah, it was nice to visit with my Nephew who was here on business. Tampa was like air conditioned compared to Phoenix (117 deg. F). Had a great seafood "pig out" on St Peach Beach ("Red Tide" and all). Rob, I'm sending the disc via snail mail today (home addy). Hope you can make some sense from it. A lot has happened since those pix. I'll make another disc if this one works for you. If not, please let me know a.s.a.p. (e-mail). Russell finished the "reburb" on K.C. Union Station. I'm making progress on "refurb" of the Muelbach Hotel (front only) and also some bldgs. in the Plaza style architecture. So, as you can tell, the layout is really more a montage of different sites in K.C. condensed to a couple of scale blocks. Okay, I have 3 appointments this month at V.A. (2, 5, and 16th). No conflicts with staying "in touch" here. In fact, I'm usually ready for a cold Quaff after a stint at V.A.. Gotta "hit it" for errands, etc. Take care everybody, Ted
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 01 August 2005, 08:53:54 Morning all, Tom, Wow, Eggs Bacon Hash browns, and Red Chilli. Finishing up work here, I "get" to help do the annuals on the last UPS. Well last one for a year. Back to the 2926 consist, Given that they used the "Santa Fe Green" smoothsides, what types of cars did they use? Sleepers, Diners, Coaches, and Baggage combos would be my guess, but I don’t know. Our plans are to obtain a pair of Coaches with the 44 or 56 seat capacity <leg rest adjustable seats>, a Dining car, and run from Albuquerque to Socorro and back < aprox 150 miles round trip>, probably quarterly maby moving upto monthly if ridership warrants it. The 150 mile length is the max run we can make on a tender full of water, <although we would refill at Socorro> the trip time would probably be about 1.5 to 2 hours one way, with a lunch stop in Socorro. Ticket price we want to keep below $20.00 but Insurance and maintenance could push it up <remember we just want to run, and cover the costs>. So our consist would look like this, the 2926, tool car <ex troop sleeper, carries the HEP for the train>, tool car <ex ambulance kitchen>, coach, coach, and diner. Cars would be painted in the Santa Fe, Green with the troop sleeper painted like an express boxcar. Maby even adding an observation platform end on the diner... Ahhh foods here, Gunns
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 01 August 2005, 09:08:10 Mornin' Gunns Kevin I don't know what menu you are readin' from, but we feature light breakfasts 'round here and since I'm the morning Chef - try again! [swg] In 1986, I was driving from St. Louis to Long Beach, CA to my new job, and passed through New Mexico. I recall seeing many long freights off in the distance - then suddenly right alongside, then off again ........I still have those pictures in my mind. The topography is something else indeed. My travels also took me to Albuquerque maybe once a year over a 5-year span. Unfortunately, my interests weren't with railroading at the time - business and other kinds of pleasure. Anyway, I've wondered about the grades out thataway - with all of those mesa's and seemingly deep drop offs, finding places for those rights of way must have been quite the effort. Any info on this [?] Tom
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 01 August 2005, 13:20:45 Gunns hold a round trip ticket for me please and let me know when. Tom, I know what you mean about N. Mexico's topography. I would see 1/2 mile long freight consists from afar. Then, in no time, I would be driving over the train at the next over-pass, weird! "The Land of Enchantment," indeed. As you know Albuquerque sits in a basin with mountains ringing the parameters all around. I guess that explains the mild winters? It looks like the Socorro run will parallel the "Rio Grande." That should be impressive rugged scenery. I still think N. M. has the greatest scenery in the U.S. Rockies. Yes Tom the older hotels had that "touch of class," (i.e. natural wood paneling, plush carpets, brass rail bars, marble statuary, rich fabrics, et al.) that glass, vinyl and steel just can't "cut." The public telephone booth in the Drum Room (?) of the Muehlbach still has a bullet hole from the "roaring" twenties." You know, I really don't consider a discussion of that "era's" infrastructure far "off topic." You could hardly travel far by rail without hotel m somewhere en route and St. Louis, Chicago and K.C. being the most likely. Perhaps the scope of "Classic Trains" Topics should be expanded to include the aura of that whole "Classic Period?" It is too interesting an era for stringent limitations to trains alone. Naturally, the "focus" and stress should pivot on rail travel, of course. Just my [2c] for the day. Happy rails everybody, Ted
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 01 August 2005, 13:34:17 G'day Ted M'boy! Get in from the heat of the day and take advantage of the coolness of "Our" Place. A nice Beefeaters, perhaps in a tall glass [?]- frosty of course! Used to have a special friend out Albuquerque way who always wanted me to spend the weekend during the hot air balooning races. Never did - wish I had. Also wanted me to ski - and I'm a great bottom skier if you catch my drift! Never did, wish I had. The one thing I'll always remember about that area is the intriquing topography - I've been in all 50 states and several continents, never saw anything quite like that. I'm more of a mountain and lakes kinda guy than anything else, although, the smell of the salt air really needs to be wtihin a day's drive. [yeah]Listen to me, landlocked in mid-continent with the Mississippi and Missouri oceans rivers nearby. The Muehlbach has quite a history and Harry S. Truman surely thought a lot of it, so I've been told. When I first stayed there somewhere back around 1977, I heard that reference so much that I think if a tune could have been put to it, we'd all have danced to it! The hotels of yesteryear were definitely made for comfort and doting. Yes, I believe you are correct about the railroads and hotel connection. We know all about how Canadian Pacific built those extravaganzas along the mainline up in Canada - many still functioning. Palaces more than anything else. But, I digress, that was then and here we are today. Plasticville, USA has taken over the hotel business. So, you don't think I was [#offtopic][?] Okay - I concur - YOU buy the 'round! Glad you stopped by, Ted, was wondering if we'd have anyone at all this fine day. My S-gauge structures are supposed to arrive this PM, so I'm sticking close to home. Wanna get going on my project ......... Oh yes - about those boondockers for Boris - we have a bin full - all left foot. He prefers them that way![?] Now, Leon the Night Man likes boondockers also, that is until he saw some jump boots on an Airborne guy the other day. So, I've had to outfit him in those. He likes to blouse his bib overalls ........ See ya! Tom
QUOTE: barndad Posted: 01 August 2005, 17:28:57 Good evening all! Good evening Tom! It's hotter than ... than ... I like it. Kindly pass me a pitcher of ice tea. I saw this in Rail Images, and just had to share: //NOTE: Scroll up for pix// Now this is interesting. Look Ma ... no rails! Too funny for me
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 01 August 2005, 18:52:38 Evenin' barndad Doug That's an odd pix for sure - perhaps it needs reposting without the "thumb" in the URL - then I believe it could be enlarged by clicking on it. Check the kitchen for your iced tea - we don't have it behind the bar! Now, we've got all kinds of adult beverages, and of course the mixers (soft drinks for the novice!). See ya! Tom
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 01 August 2005, 19:23:46 Evening Tom, Coffee, please Tom, Ted, the rails here mostly follow the river bottoms, when they were built there was even more unclaimed/Gvt land than now, so they mostly had there choice as to routes. The steep grades are Abo Canyon <where the BNSF is double tracking>, and Raton Pass. Raton has mostly 3.5% grades and was one of the most challenging on the AT&SF main. It runs up the East side of the largest Volcano in N.A. BTW tickets are reserved and locked. <G> One thing I forgot, we will need a "Safety diesel" in the consist, we are hoping to find an old "B" unit to paint green and MU to the cab. more later after first rounds at work, Gunns
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 01 August 2005, 19:56:01 Evenin' Gunns Kevin What's going on 'round here tonight [?] Iced tea - coffee [?] I'm operating a bar 'n grill and we're acting like a coffee shop! Arggggggggh. 3.5 percent grades - now that's something else indeed. New Mexico certainly has some interesting railroading ....... By the by, your coffee is always ready 'n fresh, right over there in the urns! Tom
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 01 August 2005, 20:57:16 Sorry Tom, But I am on watch tonight and we have our version of the 8 hr bottle to throttle rule <sigh> But for Fri morning you can set me and any one else that wants with "ABCs" <Ausbach n Coke> that was the favorite when I was stationed in Germany.... Ausbach is a brandy of good quality made there. Later Gunns
QUOTE: Trainnut484 Posted: 01 August 2005, 21:19:26 Evening Tom and everyone . Leon, I'll have my usual. Kevin, I'm more than ready for the trip. If I may, I'd like to blow the whistle Take care, Russell
QUOTE: passengerfan Posted: 01 August 2005, 21:25:02 Good evening all time for a double crown royal and a round for the house. As usual I am late weighing in about the Santa Fe green, but someone said it was very difficult to tell from Pullman Green after it had been in service for any length of time. Remember seeing several of the Santa Fe heavyweight Pullmans when they were assigned to the Grand Canyons during that trains transition and they looked right at home mixed with the lightweights. I don't remember any of the heavyweight coaches on the Santa Fe as they turned to lightweights pretty early. Maybe it was because my interest was always in the lightweight cars or the heavyweight Pullmans that were named. I do recall seeing some Santa Fe heavyweights painted silver with what looked to be paint to resemble fluting. But I don't remember the types of cars they were. I also remember some streamlined smooth side Valley series sleeping cars painted the same. A single B unit painted to match the passenger cars would be interesting something like the Clinchfield operated behind an old steam locomotive they owned. Don't know where you might find one short of Canada as they are becoming very rare. I will look and see if their are any available from Crown assets. Local News posted an item about old SP station that will be going on Ebay Wednesday starting at $100.00. It just has to be moved. It is already up on blocks in preparation for moving. It is a small passenger facility with large freight express building over 100 years old. Needs work and lots of TLC and deep pockets.
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 01 August 2005, 21:44:47 Gunns Kevin We've got a tanker car full of Ausbach sittin' over on the CP siding! When you're ready, let me know ......... [swg] Trainnut484 Russell One Miller Lite comin' right up [tup] Thanx for stopping by! passengerfan Al So, you've come up for air!![?] Ring the bell Boris, drinks all around on Al[yeah] I always get a kick out of the items that wind up on eBay ... a train station, no less! [wow] I'm not a fan of eBay, got turned off long time ago and really don't spend my cyber time on it. But, to each his own ....... just not my thing. Oh, I see Leon the Night Man has arrived, all resplendid in his new Jump Boots[yeah] See ya! Tom
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 01 Aug 2005, 21:45:21 Tom? If I may chefs choice from the Menu..... Russell Ya can blow the whistle now<G> we have it set up on a 15 foot high pipe attached to our air compressor.... only 150psi but you get the effect. passengerfan we might find a smaller unit and "square" it out to look like a car... with the goal of diminishing the Diesel look... Gunns
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 01 Aug 2005, 21:47:26 Well Darn Tom, Gotta run off to work... may drop by after first break, Gunns
QUOTE: trolleyboy Posted: 01 Aug 2005, 23:31:49 Good evening everyone. I've returned back safe and sound ( and yes Ted moosless ) from our camping trip. Aug long weekend and all So Leon a bedtime peppermint Schnapps please.Tom &Dan You know it once I get down to you folks I'll definitely let you know. I'd love to have some extra company when we hit the Midland. BTW just like Dan mentioned anyone wanting to come up to my museum let me know in advance. Special events at our's can be quite busy and hectic, and i won't be able to give as good a tour on the super busy days. Gunns I haven't hit the museum site yet, just a brief glimpse but hey amazing work so far .I see you have the need for a diesel helper with the steam as well. State or federal legislation. Up hear it's a transport Canada (federal) that requires diesel helper power on mainline steam moves (private museums can run dieselless on their own property) This is the main reason CP refurbished the F7 and F9B and repainted a GP38-2 into the old beavercrest scheme to help spell off the empress(not that she needs help).You may be able to snare a working F unit from CN. Unless they scrapped them they had 9 or 10 F units A's and B's which they acquired from the WC merger. ( these powered the Algoma Central passenger trains) so heat and hep equipment was presant as well. A long shot for you but who Knows. And a belated [bday] greeting for Russell sorry I missed the shindig but I brought back some microbrewed maple beer for your drinking pleasure. Have a good nite everyone. Rob
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