Not much planned for today other than a run to Best Buy once my paycheck is deposited. I spent several hours yesterday working on the layout, and it looks like I actually be able to run some of the loops for the first time since building the layout. I am considering changing at least one of the inner loops since the majority of it is hidden by the second level.
To power the TIUs, I am using the bricks that MTH includes in their RTR sets. The problem is that I only have two of the adapters to connect the bricks to the jacks on the TIU. I called the LHS, and they have them for $15 each. The MSRP is $10. Doesn't suprise me though. So, instead of buying six more adapters, I am planning on just cutting the barrel plug off the cable from the brick and just connecting to the TIU that way.
Good morning all,
This morning was somewhat pleasant. I went for a short run and the humidity did not hurt me too badly. I'm glad we had the rain the past couple of days since there isn't any in the near future. The highs for the rest of the week are mid to high 90s.
I guess I need to get back to work if I expect to get paid.
More later,
Joe
Afternoon all
It is really nice outside; a little overcast but the temps are down. I've been getting stuff done around both houses so my bride won't need to do extra stuff next week. She will have her hands full with the kids. Last night was spent getting my backpack ready for the trip this week. It ended up weighing 34 pounds. We will be hiking from the trail head back about 8 miles and setting up a base camp to work out from.
I am leaving Thursday evening, but I want to finish pressure washing the house we're fixing up, so when I get back I can paint it.
My youngest daughter was featured in the New York Times food section yesterday. Pretty cool. If you get the NYT, look for the picture of Anna Sturgeon. (She takes after her Mom!)
Well, back to work, may God bless
Jim
Mornin' boys. Rainy and 68 here in the Mid-Atlantic region. Will go down to trainroom and tidy up things. As of right now, it'll be just Rich, Brent and JohnF.
Chief - (Fifey) or (Wifey)
....I guess you have your priorities straight...
green97probe Not much planned for today other than a run to Best Buy once my paycheck is deposited. I spent several hours yesterday working on the layout, and it looks like I actually be able to run some of the loops for the first time since building the layout. I am considering changing at least one of the inner loops since the majority of it is hidden by the second level. To power the TIUs, I am using the bricks that MTH includes in their RTR sets. The problem is that I only have two of the adapters to connect the bricks to the jacks on the TIU. I called the LHS, and they have them for $15 each. The MSRP is $10. Doesn't suprise me though. So, instead of buying six more adapters, I am planning on just cutting the barrel plug off the cable from the brick and just connecting to the TIU that way.
Brutus Wes - something must be wrong, because we're not seeing your beacon lately? Hope it can be repaired?
Wes - something must be wrong, because we're not seeing your beacon lately? Hope it can be repaired?
Chewy would love her little dog !!
Morning/afternoon all!
88 and raining here! Not a lot of rain but better then nothing. Scattered T-Storms all through the area. Still supposed to be 100 today and for rest of week.
Son starts HS (junior) next week. They have a day off today from band camp so last free day until Labor Day weekend. First HS Football game Friday night next week!
Brent - good luck on the adoption application!
Have a great day all!
Regards, Roy
green97probe - Have you posted anything on your upper level? I checked your youtube posts but didn't see a second level. I am designing one for my layout and was wandering what was wrong with yours, to low, to wide?
Brutus - Thanks for the "Riding the Rails" DVD source. I am sending for it, and several others on there web site.
SJ - Add some Jameson to the root beer float. If your headache doesn't go away you won't care!
Pat
RFD-TV --- Rural America's most important network!
Ole Timer Brutus Wes - something must be wrong, because we're not seeing your beacon lately? Hope it can be repaired? No ... nothing wrong buddy ... am just very busy lately ... my sister in law from Florida Keys is up .... I've been entertaining her . Chewy would love her little dog !!
OT, lovely SIL. Wifey had better keep an eye on the old guy.
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
88,
It shouldn't be too hard to figure out which wire goes to black or red. You'd probably charge for the pinout.
Did you get the rain? The parents are down at Assateague (read PGT safe and sound in garage for the week ) for the week, and it was raining heavily when they called this morning. They are in Berlin now, and I am waiting for them to call back...
Pat,
I haven't posted any vids or pics, but I'll get on that asap. I like mine, but I had to lower it. Almost got crushed doing that, but that's another story.
Good Evening fom the Jersey Shore,
It has been a long day. I left the house at 4am and I got home a little after 6pm. One busy day that went as if it was 15 minutes.
Brutus, Bier, I will drink to that! I am glad that Char is doing better.
Mike C., Sorry about the losses for both teams. Keep them focused.
88, I wish you the best on the adoption. May it be smooth.
SJ, I hope that you feel better soon.
Thoughts and Prayers for all in need.
John
Here are some pics. It is only 4x8, but it seems larger. I am happy with it now that I lowered it about 5". Despite it nearly falling on me while I was laying under it installing the shorter legs, I like it. These pics don't capture the height from the bottom level and it appears to be higher than what it really is when viewed in person. Because my camera only has a display and no viewfinder, it is tough for me to capture it as I actually see it.
81 today low humidity, kept the house open all day.
Granny grumbled a little when they got home from the fair but not too much.
Thanks John I feel a little better today but not enough to do anything. I got word Lionel dumped all their K-Line stock so check your favorite big dealer for bargains soon. Granny brough me a Subway sandwich for supper, guess banilla will be much later. lol. Brutus fire up the thingy and I'll give it a try...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
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
TCA#09-63805
Good evening all,
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,
Joe,
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.
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.
All for now.
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 ?
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.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
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
Good Morning
Its overcast and not hot yet. James is going to go cut the grass.
Have a great day......S.J.
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.
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.
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
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,
Guys,
Thanks for the compliments.
John,
Hopefully, I'll be able to run all 10 at once.
I got the two year replacement plan just in case.
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
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 ?
OleTimer - SIL is a looker as well. See if she likes firemen...
Probe - Before you fire up all 10, gimme a heads up. Wanna grab some PPE stock before hand.
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.
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.
That's funny I was thinking the same thing...
I was thinking of swearing off blonds....
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
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