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COFFEE POT #9 September 2010 for all to take a drink and chat. Welcome all posters. 5 yrs old and still going. Sweet ice tea too.

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Posted by fifedog on Friday, September 3, 2010 4:51 PM

Evenin' boys.  Mostly cloudy and 88 here in the Mid-Atlantic region.  Earl skipped by to the east.  To celebrate, I took off a half-day early to begin a long labor-day weekend off.  I apparently need it.

Checked on the Chief's lakehouse using the Reb-cam...

...It's just a bit right of center.

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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, September 3, 2010 3:11 PM

Ray,

         I have one of those color position signals, and it hasn't given me any trouble.  I never thought that LEDs could burn out like that.  What voltage are you giving them?

Jack,

            Don't give me any ideas.  I was going to go look at it after I got home today, but it started to rain.  Here is a pic just to give you an idea where the alternator is.  Follow the coolant line on the left and the alternator is to the right...somewhere. LOL GM actually got this one thing right on the Sunfire and put it right on top.  Unfortunately, Mazda didn't do that when the KL was designed.

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Posted by cnw1995 on Friday, September 3, 2010 3:05 PM

Come back to Chicago, Jack....  all is forgiven....or at least the statute of limitations has passed.  Wink

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Posted by SPMan on Friday, September 3, 2010 1:01 PM

Good morning all, got my brake problem fixed yesterday.  Turned out to be the master brake cylinder.  Thanks to the forum member that warned me about it when I described the symptoms.  I know they can be dangerous.  I had one go out on me once in a 1955 Olds.  I yanked the emergency brake out by the roots and did a 180 in the middle of the street.  Luckily, no one was hit.

I expect the storm did not bother the Chief too much.  I hope not.  I have relatives in Virginia and North Carolina but no problems reported so far.

Tried out the bullfrog snot on a driving wheel of a 2-8-0 a couple of days ago.  Seems to be working OK.

Hot weather is with us again for the Labor Day weekend.  Triple digits today and tomorrow.  Probably be the last chance to use the pool before it cools off this year.

Fooling around with MTH signals that are not working right.  Opened up board in color position light block signal but did not see any loose connection.  I have two of these signals where the green aspect has stopped working.  I just get yellow on timer and then red.  After red times out the signal goes dark.  Don't want to buy anymore of these until I find out what's killing them.

Have a good Friday y'all,

Ray

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Posted by MichRR714 on Friday, September 3, 2010 12:13 PM

fifedog

MichRR - Make sure you preorder that 261, as that is sure to be a very popular piece.

Fife I already took care of it Thumbs Up

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Posted by Ole Timer on Friday, September 3, 2010 11:51 AM

Good afternoon guys .... just stopped by to check the posts ... was hopeing for some rain and alot cooler temps from that hurricane passing by Maryland .... but did'nt help ... oh well .... going on that yearly business trip with the wife next week to Rocky Gap state park .... at least it's in the mountains ... but hardly anything to do there .... Sleep  guess I'll take my laptop and try to keep from falling asleep all day ..... LOL .

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Posted by RockIsland52 on Friday, September 3, 2010 10:15 AM

Greetings From Hazy Cape Ann Taxachusetts,

Current forecasts have the eye of the hurricane passing about 75 miles East of Cape Cod.  Tropical storm warnings in effect for most here near the coastline, but the outer Cape Cod and the Islands (Martha's Vineyard, Nantuckett, and Block island) will take the worst of it.  Campgrounds on CC were evacuated yesterday and the Island ferries were loaded with folks leaving Dodge.  Nothing is being taken for granted.

HudsonJohn, Harold, Fife, and all who may be in the line of fire, protecting and serving others during this weather event.  You have my prayers for your safety and your conscious due diligence.  Last week as he had done a zillion times before, the lead pilot instructor at my local airport was inspecting an aircraft prior to takeoff and proceeded to walk into the propeller.  A momentary mental lapse in judgement and he was gone.  STAY SAFE!

Buckeye......I feel for you and your wife, and for your daughter and SIL  My wife and I and our kids were on the opposite end of one of these moves about a quarter century ago when we pulled up stakes and moved with the children over 1,000 miles from our lifelong home, the grandparents, family, friends, and our comfort zone.  Prayers for you and your family.  If your story unfolds like ours did, you've got a lot of driving/flying ahead of you as does your daughter, SIL, and grandson.  Absence indeed makes the heart grow fonder.  I can't tell you how many times we flew/drove to Chicago and back over the succeeding years, spending the holidays away from our new home more often than not.  And it continues today. It will be what you make of it.  Prayers, brother.

RICH.....Prayers, buddy.  Hope all went well with the job interview and the Wildwood escapades.

Joe....glad your wife had a great birthday yesterday.  At my age, and as long as my wife and I have been a team, it gets very difficult to get the wife a present that has some thought and meaning.

JimmyT.....if you go and look at/test drive that Mustang GT you might be tempted to rob a bank to get it!  Re the difficulty getting at the alternator on the Sunfire....makes one wonder what the automotive engineers were thinking when they layed out the placement of these bread and butter repair items when designing the cars.

MikeC/Joe......coaching and being there for the kids, others and yours.  Good stuff!  My Dad worked seven days a week.  The number of my HS and College sporting events he could attend you could count on one hand, which made them all that much more meaningful and memorable for me.  Somehow his presence served as a catalyst, and my on the field performances on those occasions were usually personal bests.  Quality beats quantity, and I can remember each occasion as if it were yesterday although they all took place over 4 decades ago..

Fife.....glad to hear you have a protected mooring.  A zillion boats were pulled out of the water yesterday from Cape Cod North to Salisbury Beach MA.  Unprotected, it makes sense.  But seeing all of the boats temporarily lined up on terra firma to ride up the storm......not sure how safe that is vesus in the water.  At least you have a protected cove.  Hope all of the other boat owners have your sense of due diligence and their craft stay put. 

Later, gang!  Prayers for those who need them.

Jack.

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Posted by cnw1995 on Friday, September 3, 2010 8:36 AM

Buckeye Riveter

 

 cnw1995:

 

 Bride is talking on the phone to a best friend who just moved to Columbus (Ohio).

The Land of milk and honey. 

 

Watch it or you will find yourself wearing Scarlet and Gray and teaching in one of those hallowed halls by the Olentangy River.  Geeked



Aloha from a cool Chicago where I am the only person working today.  She would like that - to her, Columbus is the South.

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Posted by Hudson#685 on Friday, September 3, 2010 8:21 AM

Mike C, Sorry, I almost forgot, You are right about Fathers and Grandfathers taking a great interest in the kids. When the kids were growing up and they would have a game, recital or another activity and I would turn down OT or not go to an event or activity with the guys to go to the kid's activity some people would not believe it. I think back when my Dad worked OT or went hunting and fishing and would miss most of my games or activities that I participated in. I make it a point to be there for everything they do.

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Posted by sir james I on Friday, September 3, 2010 8:20 AM

Good morning

Overcast, going into the 80s with 66 the Hi for tomorrow.

The lionel catalog goes online today so I'm expecting a lot of chit chat on that other forum. They have already been guessing for a month now and the list is already out. Should be fun reading today.

Have a great friday...S.J.

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Posted by Hudson#685 on Friday, September 3, 2010 8:08 AM

Good Morning from the Jersey Shore, 73, 88% humidity, cloudy, waiting for Earl,

Our last of the Friday's off. We finished everything that had to be done last night, except for a digger/derick. The parts should be delivered this morning by FedEx Overnite. We have a crew taking care of odds and ends and performing our regular work. I am scheduled for later on when the storm hits.

NavyJack, I missed your post yesterday. I was typing and having lunch. Things work in mysterious ways that can not be explained. I am glad that your neighbor got what he deserved. It was good talking to you the other day.

Rock Island Jack, It looks like Mass. the main target the Cape, is in Earl's path. Be careful and good luck.

Harold, High Water and High Voltage does not mix. Be careful. I do "look ups and stand bys" during storms when needed.

Fife, Good luck with the storm. Where I keep my 26' Center Console, the slip is sheltered pretty well. I trailer the 18' and it is safe and covered. I have had it for over 30years and I still "baby it".

Dennis, The Famous Tram Car. Wildwood Fireman's Convention. When I was on the South Amboy Fire Department, 1975-1982, the Convention and Parade was the focal point of the year. We spent a good month or so prepping the Engines and Trucks that we would take. We had a good turn out, averaged around 75 to 85 men in the line of march and the Ladies Auxiliary had a good turn out as well. We had a march drill that we practiced, hired a great marching band, some years we had a comedy routine, "Engine 13 3/4", at least 2 pumpers, an aerial, rescue truck and chiefs vehicle. We went all out and we took many trophies including best overall for many years. The Company where I live and belongto now does not participate in the parade and I usually work Saturdays from now to December.

Rich, I hope thet the job interview went well.

Thoughts and Prayers for all in need.

John

 

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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Friday, September 3, 2010 6:34 AM

Good Morning from Blueberryhill....

It is a cloudy 72 degrees. Going up to 88 today with a chance of rain.

Today is an easy day. A few chores and then relax.

PT this afternoon.

Buckeye.... TGIF

Dining car is here from "Points West". The usual Cheerios for breakfast.

Y'all have a great Friday.

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Posted by cheapclassics on Friday, September 3, 2010 4:53 AM

Good morning all,

IIABSDISEI with temps more moderate.  Should be a beautiful weekend for the Indy car race at Kentucky.  Maybe for once, we will see some one other than Team Red win a race.  "My" soccer girls started off well with a goal in the first five minutes, but wound up losing 2-1.  Got my schedule for the fall league and I can not wait.  First game is next Thursday.  Part of me regrets missing some of the high school games, but after last night.......

Thank you all for the comments regarding the situation I described with my granddaughter.  I do find it interesting when people are surprised that dads and granddads have even a clue about the welfare of their family.  Judging from the comments made here on the pot, I think a lot of dads are concerned about their families to a greater extent than perceived. 

I had the regular fare on the dining car for breakfast before heading out to "Points East".  TBIL anytime tonight and I can drive.  No loop de loops.  I hope everyone (especially SFR and AJF teams) have a good day.

Keep on training,

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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, September 2, 2010 11:14 PM

Jim,

       It seems like the 282s have more character than the 290s.  When I bought this 282, I wasn't impressed, but I am liking it more the more I work on it.  After taking a screw out of the Silver Flash so I could see what an S319 screw looks like, I found two in one of my bins.Thumbs Up  I also found a red stack tube, so I began reassembly.  When I plugged the tender chasis harness into the jack panel, it ran well.  I still need to clean the drum and fingers though.  I am going to try to get it finished for SPF.  I wish I would have taken a picture of it sitting on its shelf at Toy Town before I bought it,  Saying it was apart would have been an understatement. I couldn't just leave it there (that's also why I can't go to salvage yards).Smile, Wink & Grin

 

Took a trip to the local Ford dealer today and saw a beautiful Redfire Metallic 08 Mustang GT.  I want to go talk to a salesman asap to see what my options are.  The Sunfire is really starting to get on my nerves with the constant stream of problems. 

 

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Posted by 8ntruck on Thursday, September 2, 2010 11:09 PM

Cloudy and 80's today.  A little rain too.

The new flavor of politics at work that came with the new plant manager are, ummmm, 'interesting'.  Gallows humor in the plant is on the rise..... 

I got my two 200 series Alco A units hooked up to a single e-unit with clip leads and running around the track.  Seems to be working well.  Next step is to get the plugs and sockets for the tether.  Also got a B unit shell on e-bay the other day.  It is starting to come together.

Weather for the weekend looks like it will be nice.  My sister and her husband will be stopping by for a visit.  Have not seen them for a while, so we are looking forward to their visit. 

All for now.

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Posted by Demay on Thursday, September 2, 2010 9:28 PM

Good evening all,

Pretty nice day today.  Some quick storms, but nothing too severe.  Will be turning in soon as I did not get much sleep last night thanks to the littlest one.  Wife had a good birthday and I believe she was very pleased with her gifts.

hscsltb - Our anniversary is in October, but I don't think I'll make any suggestions then either.  I still have the 2009, Vol 2 catalog on the nightstand in the bedroom.  I look at it almost every night hoping she'll catch on - my birthday is a week before Christmas. 

I hope everyone in the storm's path is prepared.  Be ready and keep safe.

Good night,

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Posted by sir james I on Thursday, September 2, 2010 8:41 PM

Good Evening

I'm running late, stayed out till dark. Banilla is ready so lite the fuse and come get me....S.J.

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Posted by Brutus on Thursday, September 2, 2010 8:39 PM

Olaf from Saint Louiey, where it has rained off and on all day.  Just watching Warehouse 13 with the family after killing some zombies with a buddy.  Thinking up track plans is fun, too.  No OT this weekend - they offered on Saturday, but I wanted the 3 days off for a change. 

Tardis will be ready shortly so beacons ON!

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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, September 2, 2010 8:38 PM

Buckeye Riveter

 cnw1995:

 Bride is talking on the phone to a best friend who just moved to Columbus (Ohio).

The Land of milk and honey. 

Watch it or you will find yourself wearing Scarlet and Gray and teaching in one of those hallowed halls by the Olentangy River.  Geeked



Why would he want to teach in a High School?

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Posted by dwiemer on Thursday, September 2, 2010 8:21 PM

Good evening everyone.  Lots of storm reporting on the news.  Jack, Chief's lake house is a good way from the coast and should be fine.  May get some heavy winds that cause some problems, but  I doubt it.

Buckeye, sorry to hear about the move for your daughter's family.  We have a time before ours empty the nest, but I am sure it will hurt when that time comes.

Rich and John.....WaaaaWaaaWaaatch the Tramcar, Please!!! (you know what I mean)  Rich, hope you hear back from whatever job you are blessed with.  Also, hope you have a fun time in Wildwood.  We used to go to a place right on the parade route that had OK food and a outside porch area.  Hey, it beat sitting on the curb!

Well, it has been a long day and a long week.  Going in early again in the morning, so I will sign off.  Hope everyone has a safe and blessed night,

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Posted by Sturgeon-Phish on Thursday, September 2, 2010 8:03 PM

Evening all

Rich - Good luckwith the interview, I'll keep your intention in my evening and morning prayers.

Not much new on the train front.  Just beginning to catch up from being gone last week.  Bidding on a Washington set on eBay.  They typically go for more than I can afford., we'll see.

Jim- Hope the 282 is going good.  They are one of my favorites!

Need to do some reading then off to bed.

May God bless

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Posted by Buckeye Riveter on Thursday, September 2, 2010 7:49 PM

cnw1995

 Bride is talking on the phone to a best friend who just moved to Columbus (Ohio).

The Land of milk and honey. 

Watch it or you will find yourself wearing Scarlet and Gray and teaching in one of those hallowed halls by the Olentangy River.  Geeked

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Posted by hscsltb on Thursday, September 2, 2010 7:16 PM

Demay its a good thing Vol 2 comes out in time for my anniversary monday. Ok maybe not but I will have to tease her a little.  Navyjack it so true about what goes around comes around.Coast Guard has closed the Port of Providence tonight and we are getting ready here.Will be working during the height of the storm tomorrow night.Have to keep close eye on water levels and the high voltage lines.Be careful those of you in the path of the storm.

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Posted by Buckeye Riveter on Thursday, September 2, 2010 3:37 PM

Not been a good day watching daughter, sil and grandson move to NYC.

Celebrating 18 years on the CTT Forum. Smile, Wink & Grin

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Posted by fifedog on Thursday, September 2, 2010 2:57 PM

Evenin' boys.  Figuring things out with the new & improved forum.  Earl, then Fiona, then Gaston...can only dodge so many bullets.

RockIsland - I'm slipped in a fairly protected cove.  I stopped down there today to just let out the dock lines (for expected 3' enhanced tide), throw out the fenders (for neighboring boat), and bungie down the mainsail cover.  Other than that, all you can do.  Isabel taught us that pulling a boat up on the hard isnt always the best option. 

MichRR - Make sure you preorder that 261, as that is sure to be a very popular piece.

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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, September 2, 2010 2:17 PM

Rich,

           Good luck with the interview.

Not much going on today.  I was going to put the AF 282 back together, but I need to find screws to hold the chasis in the boiler.  Cut the grass out front earlier.  I also called about getting the PGT's alternator rebuilt, and suprisingly, it is not too pricey.  Getting it out is going to be the tough part though.  Need to work from the bottom and move the a/c compressor out of the way just to get at it.

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Posted by MichRR714 on Thursday, September 2, 2010 2:09 PM

Just in case you had not heard.. Lionel will be offering 2 S3 Milwaukee Northerns in the new catalog.  #261 and #267... long overdue for us Milwaukee fans. :)

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Posted by Demay on Thursday, September 2, 2010 12:36 PM

Good afternoon all,

Today is the wife's birthday and we just finished lunch together.  I thought about buying her a train item for her birthday, but realized that might not go over so well.  I decided the best option was a day at the spa. 

Supposed to be some more storms here tonight, but as of right now it is sunny and pleasant.  My 7y/o is supposed to have baseball practice tonight, but that may change if the storms roll in. 

CNW and I figured out the new Conversation (IM/Chat) function works.  That looks as if it could be a very cool tool. 

Back to work,

Joe

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Posted by RockIsland52 on Thursday, September 2, 2010 12:32 PM

I ALMOST FORGOT.....PRAYERS RICH ON YOUR JOB INTERVIEW!

Wise words NavyJack.......we all tend to feel we have to help others (if/when we can) with something large or life-altering.  Not so.  Every act of kindness big or small helps.

HudsonJohn.......stay safe, brother.      

Jack.

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Posted by Hudson#685 on Thursday, September 2, 2010 11:35 AM

Lunch Time at "Storm Central".

Storm preperations are under way, including getting all essential vehicles and equipment out of the shop. We don't know what we are in for yet, but we have Tropical Storm Warnings. well I guess that I wont see any Banilla tonight. Have an extra scoop for me SJ. Navy Jack, I will keep an eye out for myself and the other guy. Rich, I will probably work every Saturday from now to December. Between storms and required equipment inspections and repairs this is our busy time, so it has been years since I went to the Wildwood Convention.

Be careful everyone.

John

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