Good morning all,
It is cloudy but mild in SE Indiana with temps near 50 today. Fifedog, you are so correct. You could not give her back to us. As of now, we have only one full time lady driver with the "Swiss Miss", but we could have some more at some point. I think Simona will win a race before the Princess does, and I think Milka Duno could win in ARCA before the Princess does as well. That would really frost her. I do not mind discussing other sports (especially when it comes to the grandkids) as they are all good conditioning exercises for soccer. TBIL and I left the keys in the seat from last night. I hope everyone has a good day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Demay - That last shot is awesome!
Mornin' boys. Mornin' English. A frigid 23 here in the Mid-Atlantic region. It was much colder on Alleghany Mountain this weekend, as I visited Fifepup and my folks. All were well, except for Dad with a back problem. Did check out my property, and remembered to take down the realtor sign this time. Hopefully, next year at this time the factory will be building wifey's dream home.
If you guys don't like this color, don't watch any NASCAR shows this week. It IS the "DANICA 500". All Danica; ALL the time.
cheapclassics - Think we did open wheel a favor.
LawsonFarms - Too early to pick anyone as a favorite. Whichever team "figures" out the Gen-6 car first. The Chevy SS is ugly. The 29 seems to have figured out the Super Speedway package. The 20 had the best car at the Shoot Out.
Fifey will be cheering for the 21.
All,
Here are the bullet train (shinkansen) photos. It was a double-decker and hopefully I posted the photos in the proper order so you can see its approach to the station. She said the bullet train went extremely fast and it blew by the other transit trains.
I also posted some photos from a snow festival my wife attended. This part of Japan receives a great deal of snow and the sculptures are made from snow, not ice. The last one is huge; hopefully you can tell from the amount of people in attendance and also the large screen monitor.
Joe
Hello all
Another night collecting photons. Not exactly quiet though, as we still have 5 astronomers running around. We had to close for high winds for a bit and I had to track down the problem with a bad power supply. Engineers come up w/ a new receiver tomorrow so the fun never ends. And we have up to a foot of snow predicted for Wed. when I try to go back home w/ my intermittant 4WD. Guess I'll keep the chains on.
Rich - glad to hear your divorce issues are nearly over and good news on the Roadrunner!
Jeffrey - nice boat! Looks like that engine can move it right along!
Jim/8N - when I was in school I used a friends '76 F100 as a field vehicle for a bit. Since they were trying to get better mileage in those days it had 3.00 gears in it. At some point my friend hot-rodded the 302 in it and dumped in a floor shifted 3-spd w/ overdrive. He calculated that it would do 140 before the engine hit redline in overdrive Of course since it was a 20 year old truck from MI and NJ the fenders would have flown off way before then. Off road it was a nightmare. If you were rolling down a steep incline and let out the clutch in first the truck would speed up rather than slow down. I had to just leave it in neutral and just steer and brake on the way down from my research area. And for some unknown reason it was faster in reverse than 1st gear The rusted out bed ended up as a dive spot for lobsters off the New Jersey coast. He made a homemade flatbed for it out of 2X4's using nails. I would often come across pieces of the bed on my return trip. We referred to it as the 'Millenium Falcon'.
Was too tried after my long day yesterday to either try out the waffle maker or run the new Marx boxcar. Maybe this morning.
Bob
Tucson, AZ (aka the Ol' Pueblo)
Home of the Mt. Graham & Arizona Eastern Boiler Shops
Sunny and mid 40's here today. Supposed to be a winter storm coming through later this week. Tonight's weather forecast has us in the ice section of the rain, ice, snow progression. Goody, goody.
Donated this morning to work, then spent a couple hours at the KATY Depot museum helping dis-assemble and pack the Civil War exhibit so it can be shipped off to its next stop on the state wide tour.
I got the film developed that we tried taking pictures with the pin hole camera last week. The pictures are over exposed, but there are images on it. For some reason, the negative scanner on my Canon flatbed scanner will ont calibrate, so I cannot scan the negatives. I ended up setting up a light table to back light the negatives and took pictures with my DSLR. I then downloaded those images onto the computer to reverse the negatives into positives and start cleaning them up. I think I introduced some more noise in the images with the light table I threw together, so I'll set something else up and try again. I have to learn more about how to manipulate color balance for color prints, too.
Jim - think twice about going to 4.10 gears. Yes, they will make the car feel more lively off the line, and they will reduce stress on the drive train, but at any given speed, you will be turning more RPM's in any gear, which does bad things to gas mileage and the general NVH of the vihicle. If you have your heart set on changing gears, the 3.73's will be a whole lot more comefortable to live with.
Going the other way, I had a Chevy Monza years ago that had a 350 in it. It was set up with 2.29 gears to meet the Californis CAFE requirements. It was a slug off the line, but a whole different animal when I matted the gas pedal at a 30mph roll. I never did find out how fast that car would go. The TH350 shifted into high gear at about 85mph and still pulled hard. The Monza was built on the Vega platform, so it was basically a 3500 pound Vega still with the itty bitty Vega brakes - not comforting when one is accelerating through 90!
All for now.
John - sent you an invite to be on my contact list again - see if you get it.... We'll figure this out. Might switch to google?
RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.
Jeffrey,
Nice Boat!!!! I assume that it is aluminum. I am not familiar with that make. Reminds me of my 1967 Starcraft 16' runabout. It went about 35 nowhere as fast as your Mom's. Since my 26' Pacemaker Wahoo Center Console was damaged during Sandy, I still have my 18' Dixie Center Console. I can not wait for Fishing/Boating weather!
John
Good Evening Everyone! 19 and windy in Bayville, NJ.
Finally got around to servicing and repairing the log splitter today. For an 18 year old piece of equipment, it works great. Wait, second engine, replaced seal in pump, detent valve, hydraulic lines were replaced/repaired. No complaints for it gets a workout.
Kev: Lexi knows what she wants and you are not changing her mind. I would have a "spare Thomas". You never know.
Joe: Can't wait to see the Bullet Train Pictures.
Mike: Congrats to your Grandson.
SJ: Sump pump hose taken care of with the help of your son and Granny got to feed him and I will bet that that made her happy.
Rich: Good Luck with the divorce.
Brutus, Jim, I thought that I had my problem with Yahoo Messenger licked. Worked this morning, now it won't open. Missed the Tardis AGAIN!!!!!!
SPMan, Ray, Good news about your friend with the stroke. Prayers.
Have a Great Evening!
No layout work today. I was too busy with things outside the home. Well, it's time for me to call it a night. See y'all tomorrow.
Dr. Frankendiesel aka Scott Running BearSpace Mouse for president!15 year veteran fire fighterCollector of Apple //e'sRunning Bear EnterprisesHistory Channel Club life member.beatus homo qui invenit sapientiam
RedfireS197 The whistle relay armature is likely magnetized and sticking to the core. When I get one like that, I use a VHS tape eraser to demagnetize it. If that isn't an option, a piece of masking tape placed between the armature and core should do. Horizontal or vertical E-unit in the 2020? That sounds more like dirty rollers or weak collector springs causing a momentary power loss and the E-unit to cycle.
I'll be sure to try that out tomorrow. Plenty of masking tape laying around my house. Same can be said for duct tape.
The 2020 has a vertical E-unit. Will try cleaning the rollers to see if that is the cause. I think that some of the fingers in the E-unit may actually be bent a little bit after looking at them again. I decided not to monkey with them fearing that I may do more damage than good.
Getting late. Should be heading up soon. Night everyone!
The Lehigh Valley Railroad, the Route of the Black Diamond Express, John Wilkes and Maple Leaf.
-Jake, modeling the Barclay, Towanda & Susquehanna.
Kev,
It feels sluggish with the 3.31. I was debating 3.73 or 4.10, and I am leaning toward 4.10 at the moment. More pickup is my goal.
Jim
RedfireS197 Need to do my taxes. Hopefully, I'll be able to swap the Mustang's 3.31s for some 4.10s with the refund. Will be farming that one out due to the complex and delicate nature with pinion depth, backlash, and other factors.
Need to do my taxes. Hopefully, I'll be able to swap the Mustang's 3.31s for some 4.10s with the refund. Will be farming that one out due to the complex and delicate nature with pinion depth, backlash, and other factors.
Don't go there Jim. You will be sorry unless you are only racing. 3.31 Sounds like a great gear to me. JMHO
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Kev, From The North Bluff Above Marseilles IL.
Jake,
The whistle relay armature is likely magnetized and sticking to the core. When I get one like that, I use a VHS tape eraser to demagnetize it. If that isn't an option, a piece of masking tape placed between the armature and core should do. Horizontal or vertical E-unit in the 2020? That sounds more like dirty rollers or weak collector springs causing a momentary power loss and the E-unit to cycle.
Good evening.
Got taxes done today, mainly for FAFSA. Tax refund turned out to be $310 dollars. I know where that's going to be going.
Performed another test on my 6466W. It is still "trigger happy (likes to continue blowing after I have let up on the whistle button)", but it is still better than having it short everything out. However, the 2020 is still having problems with it's E-unit. It is, at least on occasion, changing direction, but it now changes on it's own on occasion. Other times it doesn't change at all. I'll be looking for an E-unit at the next train show.
I got some photos today of my mothers 1962 Lone Star Medallion ski boat. It's name is 'Myna Bird'. We had intended for the work on it to be completed when she would be able to see it running again. Unfortunately she passed away before that could be done. Work was completed this last week and today my nephew took the boat out on it's initial trial run. The results couldn't have been better if it were brand new! Low speed performance is great and the top speed clocked out at 54 mph. Not bad for a heavyweight like that. I really wish she could have been here to see it go out and back. She would've been so happy. I would have loved to get some shots of it on the water but I was too late for that.The dent in the front in the first photo is where hurricane Rita dropped a tree top on it. Fortunately it was just an empty hull then.http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l608/scott-running-bear/DSCN3214.jpghttp://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l608/scott-running-bear/DSCN3216.jpghttp://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l608/scott-running-bear/DSCN3217.jpghttp://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l608/scott-running-bear/DSCN3219.jpghttp://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l608/scott-running-bear/DSCN3220.jpghttp://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l608/scott-running-bear/DSCN3223.jpg
Hey!!
Listening to the Winter Nationals on the laptop in Pomona, where the real racecars are Mopar Powered (not like that 500 race in Daytona... ). Hemi Power in Top Fuel, Funny Car and 2 Dodge bodied Hemi Cars in the Finals right now.
Devils got hammered last night 5-1 in Long Island...
Payed bills Friday night, ordered up my headers and and mini starter with my tax refund. Which means we are just weeks away from firing up the roadrunner. Make no mistake, I have to remove those cast iron manifolds and 25 lb. starter. Better breathing and lighter weight is a benefit. Will retain those stock parts for back to stock in the future. It will be great to hear the 'runner like the old days, slight rake and open headers. Then to get the exhaust redone.
Paperwork completed for divorce, need to call the lawyer to confirm it is complete and accurate, then send off to the soon to be ex for her signature and then to Trenton for submission and final determination.
for those in need.
26F now, windy. No snow, just flurries the last 2 days. Spring is a month away....
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
Temp reach 25 today so it was sunny but cold.
I don't have any great news tonight, #2 son stopped by and helped me install a new sump pump hose. It required some bending and twisting on the floor so I had him do that part. Granny gave him some chili after so he was happy with that. Banilla will be waiting for the thingy crew...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
Chief - my "test" earlier was to see if my posting brings me back to the last page. It does. Hopefully its not a phone issue and the guys at CTT can fix it for you.
Ray
Bayville, NJ
Life is what happens to youWhile you're busy making other plans - John Lennon
Back home from pizza and chilli. That might end up being a smelly situation.
Sending Yankee weather back up NAWTH.
Mike C. bragging about BASKETBALL.
Wifey [she is off tomorrow] may be baby sitting Greatniece some tomorrow. Me baby sitting Tuesday. She goes to "Year Around School" and they are "tracked out". Mom is a nurse and may have to work.
Now for some Downton Abbey and popcorn.
I'll say good night. Got early FFA proclaimation and a tractor parade at Middle School [schools out for Presidents' Day].
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Good evening all,
IIABSDISEI with temps in the 20s. Good days, long days Friday and Saturday. Friday night was spent getting ready for Saturday. Friday afternoon at work was really quiet as everyone else was gone for various reasons. Got a lot done then. Saturday went very well except for getting lost in Bloomington on way to game. Grandson was star of game as he drained 3 buckets in a 14-8 win. These were not under the basket shots either as he was near the foul line when he chucked them up. Not bad for a 6 year old!! A couple of pro scouts were there watching him (just kidding). Took care of what we needed to do on that which I cannot talk about and it all went well. Surprised the saucy wench on the way home by stopping at Franklin, Indiana so we could watch "Roman Holiday" on the big screen at a theater that is in the process of being restored. Think "The Majestic". Sunday mostly rested, but did sweep back porch, which is always a pain from all the straw the dog drags in from outside. I see where the Princess got "the Call" and is on the pole for the Daytona 500. Early over/under on how many laps she actually leads is 5. Kevin, glad the medical stuff was not serious. Fifedog, I am the proud owner of DC powered James Gang General set. Until the standard gauge stuff came along, that was the queen of the collection. It does not pull a lot of cars. It does not smoke or have a light or a whistle, but it does run well. I wish you well in your search and you could do a lot worse in my opinion. Dennis W., glad to see you back. TBIL and I can drive after "Once Upon a TIme". I hope everyone has a good day.
Ohayō and Happy President’s Day,
The wife returned yesterday evening and had a great time on her trip. She took some nice photos of the bullet train which I will share once she uploads them to the computer. I made bacon and egg sandwiches for dinner last night; nothing too fancy but it hit the spot. I need to spend some time today doing schoolwork. This is the last week for my current class and I have two papers to write and a final exam to take. I also need to go for an easy run; the marathon is six days away.
John – I’m glad to see you didn’t have any ulterior motives for teaching them sound financial responsibility.
SP Ray – I’m happy your friend has improved. I’ll pray it continues.
Sayonara,
LawsonFarmsRR AMEN TO THAT I hear Fife has already picked the season winer. Is it Stewart or Bush? PAT
AMEN TO THAT I hear Fife has already picked the season winer. Is it Stewart or Bush?
PAT
Pat, Ask me that a week from tomorrow!
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KRM Hi all, Well the Granddaughter and Daughter have left the building and Mom, George and I can recoup. Chief that wreck was caused by a wayward person from the south who got lost and went too far north. . Most likely from NC. Just imagine what would happen where you are if you had the same weather!!!!! Thank GOD next week Racing is back!! Been cleaning in the shed and running the mower and other things with engines I have not for a while. Standing in the February sun tells me we are turning the corner on this weather SJ. Hang in there! Jon, I too would like to understand the + and – of reverse mortgages. I don’t think I need one now but if my Ticker is good as they say WHO KNOWS?? I am guessing Bo has left us? I hope not. Laz, where are you? No news in the train room. All of the work on the addition and you think Lexi noticed??? Nope she just wanted Thomas back on the tracks. Later, have a great Sunday.
Hi all,
Well the Granddaughter and Daughter have left the building and Mom, George and I can recoup.
Chief that wreck was caused by a wayward person from the south who got lost and went too far north. . Most likely from NC. Just imagine what would happen where you are if you had the same weather!!!!!
Thank GOD next week Racing is back!!
Been cleaning in the shed and running the mower and other things with engines I have not for a while.
Standing in the February sun tells me we are turning the corner on this weather SJ. Hang in there!
Jon, I too would like to understand the + and – of reverse mortgages. I don’t think I need one now but if my Ticker is good as they say WHO KNOWS??
I am guessing Bo has left us? I hope not.
Laz, where are you?
No news in the train room. All of the work on the addition and you think Lexi noticed??? Nope she just wanted Thomas back on the tracks.
Later, have a great Sunday.
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ChiefEagles California gun safe: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWucDHAphQ8
California gun safe:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWucDHAphQ8
Way too funny!
ChiefEagles Home with no problem. Highways wide open and no ice. Box and new heat pump doing fine. Had to keep cutting it down as stayed too warm. Real cold and windy. Just is above freezing. High 50's tomorrow and maybe 60 Tuesday. Up and down, up and down. Jeffrey, suppose to cut the up so wildlife will not get intangled in them. California gun safe: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWucDHAphQ8 Now off to MIL's for her B'day meal.
Home with no problem. Highways wide open and no ice. Box and new heat pump doing fine. Had to keep cutting it down as stayed too warm. Real cold and windy. Just is above freezing. High 50's tomorrow and maybe 60 Tuesday. Up and down, up and down.
Jeffrey, suppose to cut the up so wildlife will not get intangled in them.
Now off to MIL's for her B'day meal.
Good one Chief, That is what the WACKOS want!
Good afternoon.
Parents doing taxes on desktop computer, I'm using one of our laptops.
Anyway, my dad is currently on TurboTax.com, and he is at a point where he has to do one of those type-in-the-word-you-see things. Anyway, he has tried all the possible answers, and has done so with multiple codes. He calls the company, and is on hold for about half an hour. Well, guess what? After that half hour, he was told that he has to wait another 48 minutes before someone gets on. There is music that is supposed to be soothing playing on the phone right now, and he made a gesture as if he were twisting the phone in half.
I put the new tractor to work today. Went down and hooked the trailer up to it then came back here and loaded the trailer up with the drawers and bits and pieces from my kitchen cabinet as well as a water heater box. Took that all down to the burn pile and unloaded it. Then moved a few dozen edging pavers for my niece. Then I showed my nieces husband how to operate the new tractor putting special emphasis on DO NOT step on the brake pedal (only foot control on the thing) until the drive lever is in neutral. Pressing the brake while the drive lever is in forward or reverse will wear out the drive belt real fast. After that I parked it in the shed and came back home. Nothing more to report at this time.
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