Good morning all,
IIABSDISEI with temps in the 90s. See last post for soccer updates. IRL races at Infineon this weekend. Last road course race of the season. I had the regular fare on the dining car. TBIL anytime. I hope everyone has a good day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Good night. Fell asleep with new CTT in hand. No indication of bad magazine, just tired.
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Sorry guys have not been on in a week.Took the family to the Washington County Fair this weekend.My little guy was fastinated with with the truck pulls.The girls loved the animals.I mostly play with my PSP but do like the Wii bowling.Jim check out the Christmas game has a neat elf bowling game on it.Tamer than the one that was around a few years ago for the pc.OT tonight so back to work.Have a great friday.
hey brent and joe...is the new fastrack as nice as it looks? it reminds me of the marklin system. i wish lionel would make a simple working catenary system like marklin incorporated into their track system, for those of us who like electrics. navyjack
Great looking layout, Jim! We like my son's Wii, but don't play it much. He's been running me off from my Xbox too. I think I haven't played on it in 2 weeks. Bill (8n) - glad your wife is doing so much better, prayers continue. Lots of good posts today, prayers for all in need.
Playing around with rrtracks again, figuring out a new layout. Did grocery shopping tonight after work and looks like I"ll be doing some burgers and dogs on the grill tomorrow night or Saturday night. My daughter also has a birthday coming up - she wants a personal dvd player, but she wants one that plays blurays - yikes!
Gotta go, Tardis is ready and it's getting late!
RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.
Joe there should be two small sections of track with the crossing gate. These are the insulated block tracks (6-12060). If you do not have them then that is what you need - two 5" insulated tracks. They will have only one rail cut and the cut rails on both cut rails need to be in alignment. To make the issolated section longer you need to turn the FasTrack over and remove the straps that connect the two outer rails, or cut them carefully with a dremel, or get sections of Accessory Activator Extender (6-12027).
Good evening all,
Dennis - The Hobby Lobby I went to today had the Atlas rolling stock still at full price, but the Lionel ones were marked down to $20 or less. I did not buy any since they are all NYC road names. I also bought that Fastrack piece. The Walthers items are marked down nicely as well; a couple of weeks ago I got a crossing gate for only $10, which is normally $30 or more.
I just got in from my 7y/o son's first batting practice against a pitching machine. He did very well and the coach wants him to play in a tournament next week with her team. My son is very excited, and he has a practice with his new team this Sunday.
Earlier I hooked up the Fastrack item I purchased this morning. The bell and flashing lights work fine, but the gates are not moving; they are remaining down. There were no instructions in the box so I'm not sure if I'm missing something, but I think the problem is there is no break in the insulated rail. That is causing the bell, lights, and gates to continuously function as if the train was coming. I'm not sure if this item was supposed to come with a special piece or if somehow the insulated rail was not cut when being manufactured. Any thoughts?
I need to clean myself up and relax with the wife for a while.
Good night,
Joe
A late night soccer report. I went to the high school boys' game tonight. Varsity played absolutely horribly and lost 4-1. Midfield repeatedly failed to get back on defense, leaving four defenders to hold six or seven offensive players. JV game was different story as they won 3-0. Every team has an off night and hopefully they got this one out of their systems. Went to the YMCA afterward. Good progress today was made on improving a weekly process. When all is done, life will be much better. I hope everyone has a good day.
sir james II think Charlie may have got ponded.
SJ a very close call. Tornado passed just to the northeast of 53 and 59. I was finishing the last two strips of the lawn when the siren blew.
Charlie a.k.a. MichiganRailRoad714 (Charter Member TTC)
Good Evening
A big storm just north of us this evening. I think Charlie may have got ponded. I got the grass cut this morning, by afternoon it was 86. Banilla is ready, beacon is humming so Brutus come on by...S.J.
"IT's GOOD TO BE THE KING",by Mel Brooks
Charter Member- Tardis Train Crew (TTC) - Detroit3railers- Detroit Historical society Glancy Modular trains- Charter member BTTS
Sunny and low 90's today.
Fife - medical grade duct tapt A.K.A. Steri Strips. Believe me, when it is done being used, one does not want to re use it! We do have some large band aid type dressings left over 4"x8" and 4"x10", Probably a good thing 'cause I own a chain saw, a table saw, a circular saw, etc.
All for now.
Good evening all. Daughter wanted to go to "Steak-N-Shake" for dinner, so when bride came home, we headed out there. Had a nice Peanut Butter Cup milk shake It was tasty! Made some more plaster rock castings with kids and got the October CTT, so it has been a good day.Jon, son took his violin to school and played before his class....did well. His new one has a black finish on it and the kids think it is "cool".
Joe, the flatcars with auto normally are $32.95 and on clearance, they are $19.77. I have seen them go lower on train items as time goes on, but you risk having someone else purchase from under you. Regarding them selling off the O-gauge items, not sure if that is the case, or just rolling over items. About a year ago, they sold off a lot of Lionel and brought in Atlas items. I have been picking up a number of scenic items lately on clearance. Also got some people to populate the pike. Regarding best deals, I once got one of the operating oil pumps that normally sell for $59.99 for $9.99. I think it was mismarked.
Well, I had better join the family fun. Hope each of you have a great night.Dennis
TCA#09-63805
Just returned to the office from my work roadtrip to Stillwater. Stopped by the Hobby Lobby and picked up a couple Woodland Scenics products that were on clearance. However, the potentially biggest bargain could be the Lionel Fastrack Grade Crossing with Gates and Flasher (6-12062) I picked up for only $14.95. It lists for $159.99! It did have a note on it stating the gates were not going up and down, but I'm hoping that might be an easy fix. If not, I paid a small price to have the flashers and bells.
Fife - What did you think of the fireman's helment cake?
Time to wrap up some work.
fifedog Mornin' boys. Or is it afternoon. Shift 4 is throwing me off. Glad tonight is last one of those. 8ntruck - Medical grade "duct tape" Heck, I'd use the last of it on my layout, just for the braggin' rights... cnw1995 - Pretty gal. She with you ? That's funny I was thinking the same thing... OleTimer - SIL is a looker as well. See if she likes firemen... I was thinking of swearing off blonds.... Probe - Before you fire up all 10, gimme a heads up. Wanna grab some PPE stock before hand.
Mornin' boys. Or is it afternoon. Shift 4 is throwing me off. Glad tonight is last one of those.
8ntruck - Medical grade "duct tape" Heck, I'd use the last of it on my layout, just for the braggin' rights...
cnw1995 - Pretty gal. She with you ?
That's funny I was thinking the same thing...
OleTimer - SIL is a looker as well. See if she likes firemen...
I was thinking of swearing off blonds....
Probe - Before you fire up all 10, gimme a heads up. Wanna grab some PPE stock before hand.
Hey Gang,
Worked construction today, Up at 0445 done at 300...man am I sore...thank God for Advil...Need to work out more for my physical test...oh, wait, I need to do the written first
Went to the Greenburg show in Edison, went solo, had a great time, many many deals, just wish I had some cash. Still, had a great time.
Off to fire drill...I'll get back when I can, if not, see youse giz, Saturday...3PM right Fife?
OK. that's all for now...and that wasn't much...
see ya in a bit
I am the monster in your head...And I thought you'd learn by now, It seems you haven't yet.I am the venom in your skin --- Breaking Benjamin
I'm sure she wouldn't admit it. . Just went to second Menards in the area. No joy on 1:43 car. They did say to check back in a month so I shall.
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
green 97 probe, thanks for the pictures, looks like a great idea to run trains. all his time i thought you were just into flyer. some nice folks are coming over to talk to me about seeing if they can build me a small layout next week. that should be great. really envy pat being able to do what he likes. wes you have any good seafood lately? the man coming to my house has a bi-polar, i asked him if he could bring it as i have only seen one in books.going to have a few hot humid days, but courtesy of u.s. marines, i have ac, so i dont care. new caregiver is doing good. she is a fine christian woman. rt --how is your new job coming along? did you get the cook job? navyjack
p.s. those vets deserve good s--t on a shingle that only a navy cook has mastered
Guys,
Thanks for the compliments.
John,
Hopefully, I'll be able to run all 10 at once.
Joe,
I got the two year replacement plan just in case.
Pretty comfortable morning so far. The baby slept pretty well last night which meant wife and I did too. Getting ready to leave for Stillwater; have some work to do there today. I have only been there once before to go to the OSU campus to take the GMAT. I'm hoping the Hobby Lobby there has some good deals.
Green97probe (Jim) - Thanks for the info. Make sure you control yourself with the Wii, you don't want to wear it out in the first week. My FIL bought my son a fishing game; we use the controller as the rod and the nunchuk as the reel. My son enjoys; however, some of the lady anglers on the game are a little scantily dressed. The backyard football game we have is fun too. It has many plays and formations to pick from, similar to what I can remember about Madden football years ago. Still, our favorite Little League World Series baseball. Even more so now since the LLWS is ongoing.
S.J. - I hope you get your grass cut before it gets too hot.
That's it for now, time to hit the road,
Aloha all. Nice day today. Maybe one of the last to go to the local beach. Only after dropping by the P.O. to renew the boys' passports. Great looking layout, Jim! Had a nice evening in the city last night.
Rainy. Had more rain and more on the way. Glad I got all the grass cut yesterday. Lunch with two pretty ladies from BB&T. Want Town's business.
8N, soulds like Wife is on the mend. Prayers.
OT,
Jim, lots of tains there.
Wifey's Birthday is tomorrow. She wants to go to the lake. We'll see.
Chat later.
Good Morning
Its overcast and not hot yet. James is going to go cut the grass.
Have a great day......S.J.
Good Morning from Blueberryhill....
It is a clear 70 degrees. Going up to 88 today with sunshine.
Today is a busy day. Wife will go grocery shopping. I have a few chores to do until she comes home. Then, it's put all the groceries away. After that, I can relax. I have some reading to do.
Dining car is here and it's Cheerios for breakfast.
Y'all have a great Thursday.
Chuck
IIABSDISEI with temps warming up. Did the Y bit for 30 minutes last night. The game the other night was the first time in 15 years the boys had even scored against that team so it is progress. I had the regular fare on the dining car for breakfast before sending it on to "Points East". Good pictures, Jim. TBIL after games tonight. I hope everyone has a good day today.
Chief .... oh the wife surely does keep an eye on us .... LOL ! She's single yet .... the sis in law ....anyone volunteer to go along on my next trip down for a week or so ?
Sunny and low 90's today. Humidity coming up, too.
Wife had a doctor's appointment today. The staples are out of her back, the medical grade duct tape is off of her belly, and her sitting restrictions have been lifted. X-rays show that the fusion is going as it should. Next check up is in early November. Hopefully she gets released to go back to work then.
Stopped by a Hobby Lobby on the way home from the doctor's office. Saw a bit of O gage stuff, but nothing I had to have - even at 40% off.
Thanks. Those passenger cars were made in 2000 by MTH and are decorated for Norfolk & Western. The lower level is 10x14.
BTW, I picked up a black Wii today, and I have been playing bowling and baseball. I bought Championship Foosball today but I haven't tried it yet. I also ordered the Gunslinger Pack and Reel Fishing Angler's Dream.
Dennis - If you don't mind me asking, how much did you pay for that Atlas flatcar w/auto? Our Hobby Lobby has the same one, and some others, marked down as well and I'm curious as to how much different the prices are from store to the next. I am actually going to be in Stillwater, OK, tomorrow, and I have not been to that Hobby Lobby. I also have my 40% off coupon to bring with me. I went on a Hobby Lobby run in OKC (four stores) a couple of weeks ago to see what they have left. Since they are not getting any new train items and reducing their stock, they have had some good deals recently.
Green97probe - That's a pretty cool setup you have there, thanks for posting the photos. What's the size of the lower level? Also, what are the brown-colored passenger cars in the last photo? The ones next to the silver passenger cars.
Glad to hear folks and their spouses are feeling better today. I'm trying to drop a couple of pounds so I'm staying away from the banilla during the week. I will splurge on the weekend. I'm enjoying a cup of coffee now before I turn in for the night.
Regards,
Good evening everyone. Brutus, good news on Char. Brent, congratulations on getting the majority of the paperwork done! I know it is a big hurdle. We will pray for the rest of the journey to get the rest of your family.
Had a good day. Got done in time to come home and have lunch with bride. We watched X-Men before I went in this morning and so it was a good date day. Also, we headed over to Hobby Lobby who had a number of train items on sale. Picked up a Atlas flat car with a auto on board. Also picked up some Life Like People for the layout. Came home after picking up kids and got to spend some time with kids filling plaster molds for making rocks for the layout too....a good day.
Hope each of you have a blessed day.
Dennis
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