"Lionel trains are the standard of the world" - Jousha Lionel Cowen
eZAK wrote:The return of the Zekester is upon us!
eZAK, please edit your post and change the subject back to what it should be. This is a place to talk about trains and such, and not zeke, im not having this. This will just make people not come to this thread, and make them mad, and we will have hundreds of posts about zeke. Now stop this, or else...... or else......... I set fire to my caboose!
Grayson
magicman710 wrote:Alright, why is it starting to say this is zeke's caboose?
Grayson - You have to edit your reply's "subject" box. Because eZak changed the subject to zeke's caboose and you replyed to that subject, your posts say "zeke's caboose".
lionel2986 wrote: magicman710 wrote:Alright, why is it starting to say this is zeke's caboose? Grayson - You have to edit your reply's "subject" box. Because eZak changed the subject to zeke's caboose and you replyed to that subject, your posts say "zeke's caboose".
Yea, but eZAK still needs to change his subject, as well as Alex, and you back to "Grayson's Caboose".
Grayson,
Looking for a topic. Let’s talk maintenance.
Just like safety in the workplace, this is a subject that needs repeating. I’ve read bits and pieces here and there on this subject, but still have not found all the right answers. I only own Prewar Lionel and Marx, as well as Postwar Lionel, Marx and AF. They all need service.
Let’s start with a simple, and plentiful 2025 Lionel Postwar engine. I have one that needs a complete rebuild and refurbish, It's very sluggish, as well as the tender, whistle is mute. What products, cleaning solutions, tools, or anything else does one use to return such an engine and tender to like new performance? And than, how does one keep it that way?
Rod L.
There is a conspiresy Out there in the O gauge world it is called On30 I have had my train buying section of my brain implanted now I must buy a deisel or two from micromark reg. $110.00 on Sale for $39.75 can't resist On30 by the way is a two rail system where O scale models run on ho track which is pretty close to a scale 30 inches wide in O.
Now back to regularly scheduled 3 rail O transmissions
On the subject of postwar, does anybody have any postwar cellebration series cars, engines, accessries, or sets? I myself dont have anything but a few pw accessories, some 151s, 394s and 154s.
On the subject of maintnence, I heard that the grease sold during the postwar period tended to harder over time, to the consistency of concrete. (I in fact read this on the trains.com website) Is the current grease sold by Lionel still cheap or of better quality?
Been working a good while in the train room on both the walls and my layout expansion project. Want to put a track around the ceiling using 027 track, about seven feet completed, another 45 feet to go. Finished my siding for my Interurban Passenger set of K-Line Reading Company cars.
Lee F.
phillyreading wrote: Been working a good while in the train room on both the walls and my layout expansion project. Want to put a track around the ceiling using 027 track, about seven feet completed, another 45 feet to go. Finished my siding for my Interurban Passenger set of K-Line Reading Company cars.Lee F.
Sounds good, 7 feet done. Using the ol' 027 will cut your price down, using many complicated calculations, I figure you used about 65 pieces of track (unless you used extra long straights) so your price would be around $103.35 if you used retail price track. If you was to have used fastrack, it would be $231.66, man, you got to love that tubular!
Using 027 track 35 inch straights. If I was to use Fastrac it would kill my WALLET!!!!! The biggest reason to use tubular track on a ceiling level run is that the track just slides together instead of having to be pushed sideways, not always enuff room for that when mounted to a board. I am putting it up in sections.
The bad thing is, is that fastrack switches are so much better than O and 027. I wish lionel would make some better ones, and besides, have you seen the 042 one? It doesnt match the 022 and 072 switches at all, as well as it being a footprint style. So, how big is your layout? You have any pictures? Im building mine this fall, when my house gets done.
As recommended by Lisa, I think we should devtote the next 16 posts after recipes for southern cooking. If you dont have one, just post a normal post, and say how long you let the popcorn pop in the microwave.
So, Ill go first, with the beverage that every southern woman takes her pride in,(well, in my case, a man) sweet tea!!!!
Southern Sweet Iced Tea
Makes 8 cups
Microwave Directions
Take a large measuring cup, or anything microwave safe
that will hold 8 cups of water. Take 2-3 family size
tea bags, brand of your choice, and out them in the
water. Microwave times will vary, It takes me 5 min
on a 1200 watt microwave, atleast until its black in
color. Remove from microwave, and sweeten to taste*,
then dilute with a cup or 2 of water. Add ice or pour over
ice in a glass, lemon juice is a common add-on flavor,
but ive never really liked it.
*s Sweeten to taste is important, every person has a different preference for sweet tea. Some may like it less sweet and strong, or sweet and diluted. I like mine extra sweet and strong. Usually, if your not a sweet tooth, 3-4 cups of sugar may be adequte, but I dont use measuring cups for tea, I just pour in sugar until its sweet.
I don't know about any one else, but the thought of setting fire to "my" caboose brings painful thoughts to mind.
Mel Hazen
Jacksonville, FL
Mel Hazen; Jax, FL Ride Amtrak. It's the only way to fly!!!
RRCharlie wrote: I don't know about any one else, but the thought of setting fire to "my" caboose brings painful thoughts to mind.Mel HazenJacksonville, FL
This forum is a caboose, its my reprsentination of the coffee pot.
Morning everyone, 85 degrees with 68% humidity today. Rained a little last night, none major coming our way though.
sweet tea goes well with hamburger helper, macaroni and cheese, moon pies grits and goober peas
FJ and G wrote: sweet tea goes well with hamburger helper, macaroni and cheese, moon pies grits and goober peas
I take it that thats canned sweet tea. Dont mind, I ocasionally ( ) drink canned, but for the most part its homemade.
So, the caboose hasnt had many posts lately. Well, heres a good topic: Lionel vs. MTH
Ok, it seems like nobody has been talking to me or responding to me in a couple of days. Is everybody mad at me or something, or is it my imagination?
1688torpedo wrote:Hello Grayson! No one is mad at you. I think it is your imagination though. The G-R-I-T-S are getting the best of you boy! I think that you should only have Corn Flakes in the morning for Breakfast. Take Care.
Keith, im sure youd never get mad at me, I have good respect for you. I guess your right, better lay off them gri..... I cant say it! I cant stop eating them! They're addicting!!! Try some, and let the taste buds open up!!!!
Grayson - Don't take anything on this forum personally unless it's says it's personal. These guys are great and like to tease a lot. They are always kidding around.
Lisa
DaylightFan wrote:Grayson, I'm mad at you...but I don't know why. ;)
Im sure you are, Im mad at myself.
BTW, didnt you used to have a link to a train forum in your signature?
How long have you been in Savannah? I was there 94 - 96 when I was stationed at Ft Stewart (I was a Signal Officer assigned to HQ Battery 1/41 FA). I used to go to a hobby store downtown - I think it was "Bull Street Station". I was into N and HO at the time. Have you been there - do you know if it is even there anymore? I would be curious as to their O Scale selection.
- Luther
luther_stanton wrote: Grayson,How long have you been in Savannah? I was there 94 - 96 when I was stationed at Ft Stewart (I was a Signal Officer assigned to HQ Battery 1/41 FA). I used to go to a hobby store downtown - I think it was "Bull Street Station". I was into N and HO at the time. Have you been there - do you know if it is even there anymore? I would be curious as to their O Scale selection.- Luther
I've lived in near Savannah since I was born. (Which was only 13 years ago)
Yes, bull street station is primarily HO and N, they sell O track and a few cars as well as a few accessories. Thats the only things they sell. I go for track and senery, as well as just to look around.
I have a question... A few years back I invested in some postwar Lionel equipment - a 681 Turbine, a 494 rotary beacon, 3656 stockyard, etc - and with the exception of the 455 oil derreck, none of it works anymore. This was not a result of irresponsibility or excessively hard use. I'm not sure what the problems are, nor am I mechanically inclined enough to fix the stuff. I've been thinking about having them professionally repaired and resold. Then I would use the money to purchase modern equivalents, which don't need near as much intensive care as do the postwar ones. However, this process is a bit of a hassle, and the repair work may be too expensive for this 14 year old's budget. What course of action would you recommend?
1688torpedo wrote: Hello Grayson. E-mail me at kwoodworth816@hotmail.com. There's something I want to talk to you about. Don't Worry. Its good. Take Care.
Couldent we like pm or something? Or go to the chatroom? Never really liked email.
magicman710 wrote: DaylightFan wrote:Grayson, I'm mad at you...but I don't know why. ;)Im sure you are, Im mad at myself. BTW, didnt you used to have a link to a train forum in your signature?
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