Good evening all,
Went to the dentist today. No cavities. Had some other areas checked out as well. Will know results tomorrow. Spent the rest of the day reviewing the Lionel catalogs. Some interesting items, but nothing that is a must buy. Back to work tomorrow. I hope everyone has a good day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
dbaker48 WOW !!!! HOLY SMOKES !!!!! Yep, I just finished looking at the new Lionel Catalog. Its obvious that I won't be participating. I don't even see how the "collector" market will justify the cost. Then pre-order only? Even with limited quantities I doubt the value would appreciate in the future very much. Bob and I went to a local TTOS train meet yesterday, really enjoyed it. Sat through the auction and realized that 99 percent of everything being sold in the hall and the auction was post war stuff. Didn't see ANY Command Control at all. Thought that was interesting. The number of people participating in the auction was small! Stuff was literally be given away, couldn't believe some of the prices. I did buy some raffle tickets, and ended up winning 2 items. (2 tickets). Won a MTH auto carrier with a pair of 69 Cameros, and a K-Line REA baggage car. Doubt that either of them are brand new, but both are in excellent condition, and even in the box. Didn't need anything else so the raffle tickets was my only purchase. Have a burned out Number Board light, so trying to get it replaced. Lionel isnt too bad on finding the information it is usually in the User Manual. But, with the part number you can't order it on line. So decided to get some replacements for all the better engines. Primarily to get them while I can, and defray the shipping cost. Then, trying to get the same information from MTH, that is even more difficult, cant get the bulbs or lights without them providing you the information. So have a email to them for that information. Interesting task I developed in the process. Decided to Download all the user manuals for the stuff I have. Just in case, and store them on a flashdrive. So far Ive found it very useful. So that's about all from here, Remember STAY HEALTHY !!
WOW !!!! HOLY SMOKES !!!!!
Yep, I just finished looking at the new Lionel Catalog. Its obvious that I won't be participating. I don't even see how the "collector" market will justify the cost. Then pre-order only? Even with limited quantities I doubt the value would appreciate in the future very much.
Bob and I went to a local TTOS train meet yesterday, really enjoyed it. Sat through the auction and realized that 99 percent of everything being sold in the hall and the auction was post war stuff. Didn't see ANY Command Control at all. Thought that was interesting. The number of people participating in the auction was small! Stuff was literally be given away, couldn't believe some of the prices. I did buy some raffle tickets, and ended up winning 2 items. (2 tickets). Won a MTH auto carrier with a pair of 69 Cameros, and a K-Line REA baggage car. Doubt that either of them are brand new, but both are in excellent condition, and even in the box. Didn't need anything else so the raffle tickets was my only purchase.
Have a burned out Number Board light, so trying to get it replaced. Lionel isnt too bad on finding the information it is usually in the User Manual. But, with the part number you can't order it on line. So decided to get some replacements for all the better engines. Primarily to get them while I can, and defray the shipping cost. Then, trying to get the same information from MTH, that is even more difficult, cant get the bulbs or lights without them providing you the information. So have a email to them for that information.
Interesting task I developed in the process. Decided to Download all the user manuals for the stuff I have. Just in case, and store them on a flashdrive. So far Ive found it very useful.
So that's about all from here, Remember STAY HEALTHY !!
Don, would that be the TTOS meeting in Orange County? I see the same kind of buying in the one in Arcadia. Glad I sold all my expensive post war stuff years ago when the prices were good. That's how I bought most of the engines I have now. However, I know that's not going to happen again. The new stuff has very low resale value. Lucky to get 1/3 of the selling price.
Ray
SPMan
Thanks SJ! Nice video, it's so nice to see trains running, love it.
Jon
So many roads, so little time.
Good rules!
Jon message sent. I think.
If not there's a clue at the bottom right of this post.
Our club has only 1 rule, no dues, and we don't sell anything.
S.J.
"IT's GOOD TO BE THE KING",by Mel Brooks
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Don
SJ or Charlie -- could you PM me the site of your video's? I would enjoy seeing them.
Thanks.
Afternoon FellasWell been a fun day at the office so far, and it just became more fun!Spent a few minutes taking a look at the new 'Lionel Custom Toy Trains' catalogs. Very few items of interest and with what they are asking, my interest just got smaller. That is about all I will say...I spent my childhood dreaming of owning Lionel trains and one of my goals as I got older was saving money so I could buy them. Well looks like I'm taking a 30 year step back in time. Very disappointed. And I apologize to all the fellas I said were making more out of this than was necessary. I honestly do not know who their target audience is any more... because it sure as heck is not the average family! I thought they were changing that mindset with the new LionChief stuff, but $429.99 for a starter engine???? How many average families have that kind of disposable income? I know my family doesn't and we earn good money. Glad I bought what I have while I could afford it!
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Good morning all,
Trying to get breakfast started. Had a not so good day yesterday with my G.I. problems stemming from my Crohns disease. Hope for a better day today.
D. Barker, yes, please let us all know how you are doing. We are concerned and send our prayers.
Time to order my expensive COPD medicine (Spiriva). That's the one in the commercial with the elephant sitting on the patient. Most expensive drug I get at around $300 per month and no generic available until 2027 they say. They've got you by the you know what.
Might run some trains today if the spirit moves me.
Have a good one.
It was a good club meet Charlie but because of this forum's silly rules we can't tell them where to watch the video.
Chief I will be getting a hair cut this week. All of them.
Here I remain in the hospital, still sick.
the operation was not a success, so it does not look good at this point
Morning. Sunny and chilly. Some say rain or slight chance of rain tomorrow. One says chance of snow mixed with rain. She's the dummy forecaster.
Meetings, ribbon cuttings and Mayor's Show this week. Busy.
Have a great week.
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Good Morning from Blueberryhill.........
Good Morning, Joe......
It is cold. 22 degrees. Going up to 37 today with sunshine. Is this what they call "Global Warming"??
Today is a busy day. Grocery shopping and chores. A lot of things to do before lunch. A nap will be nice.
Usual breakfast on the dining car.
Y'all have a great Monday.
Chuck
Mornin' boys. Mornin' English. Clear and very crisp Mid-Atlantic region today. At least it got into the 60's Saturday, so I put the youngest princess on the business end of a paint roller at the yatchet. All that is left to do is wax it, stripe it, then splash it. Unfortunately, gonna have to perform some work on the cabin sole. The ice did its worst there. Oldest princess cooked meatloaf for us last night, and we talked more about wedding venues.
for all still on the mend.
Konbanwa and Ohayo Chuck,
Based on today’s beautiful weather, I think it’s safe to say spring is here. I was still pretty sore from the snowboarding trip so I passed on this morning’s run. The workday was uneventful and we are relaxing at home this evening.
Kevin – It sounds like you’re making fantastic progress on the layout. Are you taking photos of the progress? Lacey is a great name; it’s my wife’s name.
Sayonara,
Joe
Hello all
Up late. Seems I tend to stay on the night schedule.
Don - a 1/48 B-29 is gonna be big. Like a 3' wingspan? Sounds like fun though
DougM - best of luck w/ upcoming events. I can't imagine all the stuff that comes w/ having kids. I can barely deal with myself somedays!
SPRay - a pool seems to be something you only do once...:) Still could be handy for model boats.
Bob
Tucson, AZ (aka the Ol' Pueblo)
Home of the Mt. Graham & Arizona Eastern Boiler Shops
Kind of a slow weekend around here. Not too much going on. Club meet last night and got to visit with the guys which is always fun.
Hoping for some warmer weather soon!
Charlie a.k.a. MichiganRailRoad714 (Charter Member TTC)
DAVID BARKER
I see you posted on the forum today. How about posting here on how it is going???? We all want to know.
Colder today outside. Took it easy. Watched some B-ball and part of the NASCAR event. Not much else going on. I hope everyone has a good day.
Morning all. Was sunny and warm. Got out of Sunday School and it was windy, cloudy and chilly. Temps dropping. Suppose to rain. Cooler tomorrow.
Hudson#685 Chief: Yes a very nice day today. For us the last the weather guesser said is snow Tuesday! Now the temps are dropping! John
Chief: Yes a very nice day today. For us the last the weather guesser said is snow Tuesday! Now the temps are dropping!
John
Good Morning! 42 and partly sunny.
Just chipping away on Doray's to do list. Nothing else going on.
Joe D: Doray won't sit down until she can't move. She went and worked in the Ice Cream Shop yesterday for a while. In fact she insists that I go to the Greenberg Show next weekend. First she said Sunday now she wants me to go Saturday. She figures I will be done with it all and I can help get ready for the shower and then leave with the dog. Mack is friendly and he likes attention.
DJ/Rich/Traindood: Maybe we can meet up at the Greenberg Show on Saturday.
Enjoy the Day!
Good Morning from Blueberryhill........
Good Morning, Joe.....I hope you are feeling better.
It is a cloudy 38 degrees. Going up to 42 today with sunshine.
Today is an easy day. I have a few chores to do and then I will run trains for a few hours. Have dusting to do. Then, lunch and a nap. Nascar race later.
Dining car has Cheerios for breakfast.
Y'all have a great Sunday.
Konnichiwa and Ohayo Chuck,
Today I am definitely feeling the after effects of yesterday’s snowboarding excursion. I am still a little under-the-weather so I passed on Sunday school and church; I don’t want to share my germs. I have spent the day on the coach and relaxing. I was able to watch a few innings of the LAA-ARI baseball game being played in Australia. The Dodgers were way ahead. Since Mercer upset Duke the other day I have given up on the NCAA tournament for this year. It is also tough to keep up with it due to the time difference and missing most of the games being played live. It is sunny and warm today so I am grilling some burgers for dinner.
Hudson John – I’m sorry to hear about Doray’s setback. I hope they don’t have to manipulate the right leg and something else can be done. Maybe you should take the lead on the baby shower for her.
It is a good day here. Temps in the 50s but supposed to drop overnight. Went to see the Veronica Mars movie. That is a must see. Kristen Bell is such a good actress, and the TV show the movie was based on was so good. Did some shopping with wife. Local high school boys basketball team going to state finals.I hope everyone has a good day.
PS Doug M., been there done that....twice. Good luck.
Good Evening! Beautiful Day here today. It almost hit 70.
Things have been busy here. Our daughter Michele's Baby Shower is here next Sunday and Doray is keeping me busy. Today replaced the low voltage lights by the driveway with LED ones and prepped the hallway for painting. She finally picked out the beige she likes. The best part is that she suggested that next Sunday I go to the Greenberg Train Show in Edison, NJ with my son and Ray (AF53). The downside is that Doray went backwards a bit with her rehab for her double knee replacement and the Ortho Doc said that they might have to put her under and manipulate the right leg. OUCH!
Banks: Good luck with the camper!
Joe D: Sounds like you and your son had a great day together.
V8: Sorry the air gun screwed up on you.
SPMan: Hopefully your pool water is good for the season. Good luck with the taxes.
Doug M: Just Smile, Nod and Sign. That is all you can do. Been there!
RT: Nice score at the show. Good luck at the flea market tomorrow.
Buckeye: Enjoy the show!
D. Barker: Prayers for a Complete Recovery.
Enjoy the Evening!
Dalton Train Show tomorrow. This and Springfield, OH show are my favorites to find real bargains.
Celebrating 18 years on the CTT Forum.
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Evening all. Real warm. Went east to farms. Tired. Got new CTT Thursday. Been skimming it when I have a chance.
Afternoon all we had a TCA train show here in Columbia, SC the group says they have 2 a tear one in the spring and one in the fall. Wasn't bad at all I would say about 80 tables and 80% where O gauge 15 % S and the other 5% was either HO or n saw some Standard mixed in with O also. Got A ornamental bell for a 2037 for $ 1.50 and picked up a decent looking 6415 Sunoco triple dome tank car so That was my buys for the day saw a lot I liked but that's where my budget allowed lol For my first train show was very pleased. Actually bigger than I expected as it was being held in a Church hall.
Not much else going on right today Plan to goto to the flea-market for out weekly walk tomorrow
We hit 79 today suppose to be a high of 69 tomorrow then cool down for like 3 or 4 days ( highs in the mid 50's) then start coming back up again.
Hope all having a good weekend prayers for D.Barker and hope all is going best it can for him and prayers to all who need them.
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