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Posted by KRM on Saturday, July 19, 2014 3:59 PM

Hi there,

Antique tractor show I went to today was a bust there were only 11 tractors there when I left and they wanted $10.00 to go on the ride and I did not have anything to use. Could have taken the Gator but by the time I would of got home and loaded it up and went back it would of been too late. The ride started at 1:00. So I decided to stay home and I re-wired the 6026W tender I won on the Bay, serviced the motor and installed the NOS shell I had. :tada: So some train time has been had. :bounce1: :) And I have a fine looking tender now to pull with the 736 Berkshire. I will put the 671W tender away. Maybe someday I can find a 1947 Variation C 671 to go with it.

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Saturday, July 19, 2014 2:43 PM

dbaker48

ChiefEagles

Will get new LG washer and dryer this afternoon [being delivered].

Hey, that is really great news!!  Now lets see how long it takes before you break it..

-- Don't use the washer for cleaning your tools.

-- The washer is not to be used as a blender, its too big anyway

-- Remember the washer is the one with the door opening on top, the dryer has the door opening in the front.  Dont mix them up.

.-- Don't use the dryer to dry off  the dogs after it rains.

Ahhh Heck, just leave those two machines alone, Let Pam operate them they will last longer.  If you need stuff done get one of those big round tubs (galvanized) and a wash board and set up in the backyard.  Then a rope and tie it between a couple of trees.  Folks around there are use to people running around outside in their underwear, so you should be ok.

If you need any advice just let me know.

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All delivered and operating OK. [so far]  I was actually nice and took "loaner" dryer back to the local Home Depot in my pickup. Angel  They did not have to come and pick it up.  Contractor hauled away the old new units.

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Posted by rtraincollector on Saturday, July 19, 2014 12:53 PM

dbaker48

ChiefEagles

Will get new LG washer and dryer this afternoon [being delivered].

Hey, that is really great news!!  Now lets see how long it takes before you break it..

-- Don't use the washer for cleaning your tools.

-- The washer is not to be used as a blender, its too big anyway

-- Remember the washer is the one with the door opening on top, the dryer has the door opening in the front.  Dont mix them up.

.-- Don't use the dryer to dry off  the dogs after it rains.

Ahhh Heck, just leave those two machines alone, Let Pam operate them they will last longer.  If you need stuff done get one of those big round tubs (galvanized) and a wash board and set up in the backyard.  Then a rope and tie it between a couple of trees.  Folks around there are use to people running around outside in their underwear, so you should be ok.

If you need any advice just let me know. 

  

Don we may be in trouble here if he gets the front load washer what you said won't work about which one to use oh heck he will be so confused it won't be manageable Big Smile 

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Posted by dbaker48 on Saturday, July 19, 2014 12:43 PM

ChiefEagles

Will get new LG washer and dryer this afternoon [being delivered].

Hey, that is really great news!!  Now lets see how long it takes before you break it..

-- Don't use the washer for cleaning your tools.

-- The washer is not to be used as a blender, its too big anyway

-- Remember the washer is the one with the door opening on top, the dryer has the door opening in the front.  Dont mix them up.

.-- Don't use the dryer to dry off  the dogs after it rains.

Ahhh Heck, just leave those two machines alone, Let Pam operate them they will last longer.  If you need stuff done get one of those big round tubs (galvanized) and a wash board and set up in the backyard.  Then a rope and tie it between a couple of trees.  Folks around there are use to people running around outside in their underwear, so you should be ok.

If you need any advice just let me know.


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Posted by rtraincollector on Saturday, July 19, 2014 9:42 AM

Let me guess chief by time you got done with them you got them for free right ?

morning all not a lot planned for today waiting for mail man so I can ship a couple of package out to buyers. 

Hope all doing well, Prayer's for those in need. 

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Saturday, July 19, 2014 8:19 AM

WAKE UP YANKS AND LEFT COAST!!!!!  Morning.  Partly cloudy and warm.  Not much going on until 4.  Oldest having a meal.  Will get new LG washer and dryer this afternoon [being delivered].

Have a great weekend.

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Posted by cheapclassics on Friday, July 18, 2014 10:59 PM

Good evening all,

Lousy night of soccer Thursday.  Ok day at work.  Went to see "Planes - Fire and Rescue".  Good movie.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

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Posted by SPMan on Friday, July 18, 2014 5:55 PM

D. Baker, congratulations on getting back to driving! Yes

Fife, thanks for the thought about sailing down Chesapeake Bay.  I would love to do that on your boat if I could.  My brother is a fisherman living in Suffolk, Virginia.  He has taken me out many times over the years fishing near the Cheasapeake Bay Bridge/Tunnel.  Awsome project!  I crossed there years ago on the old Cape Charles Ferry before they built the bridge.

Ray

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Friday, July 18, 2014 1:15 PM

Home from way down south in the "sandhills" area of NC.  Left at 6:30 AM.  Went with close friend Jeanie [Hunters Haven owner] to pick up her son and a friend's son from Millstone Wildlife Camp.

Got a return call from Home Depot [remember he said Monday].  Wants to send us a "bribe" [$$$] and sign a "hold harmless" letter.  Wow!

Going to rest up now. 

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Posted by lion88roar on Friday, July 18, 2014 12:49 PM

rtraincollector

Hudson#685
My son just got the call from the Berkeley Police Department. Come on over and fill out the paperwork for the Police Academy and the rest of the hiring paperwork.

See fifedog told you he passed the psych test so your son should have no problem lol Congrats to him John 



BAZINGA!

LOL! - Good one RT... and we have all seen Fife in his penguin outfit at the circus! Wink

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Posted by dbaker48 on Friday, July 18, 2014 12:42 PM

Good Morning

Well let me start off with fair warning to all of you.  Best make sure all women and children are off the streets.  Cause I am driving again!  Didn't take as big of an argument as I thought it would.  I just told Kay, I'm going to start driving today, then she started to object, and I said before you start unless you have some specific reasons as to why I can't or specific task before I do.  Then there is nothing to be said.  And wahlah, it is now a done deal.  Drove the El Camino yesterday, and the van today!

JOE, glad your on your way home.  Fantastic about stopping in Hawaii for a couple of days.

John, Congrats on your son's selection for the PD, you've got to be proud!

Ray, continued prayers for you and Helen, just don't give up.

Really sad about the airliner, somebody had to realize what they were doing.  I just hope the truth will come out, and not just a bunch of finger pointing.

Take care and STAY Healthy.

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Posted by Demay on Friday, July 18, 2014 11:29 AM
Aloha, Good morning Chuck. This past Monday we departed Japan en route to Ohio and we decided to stop in Hawaii for a brief vacation. I went from being in the future (13 hours ahead of EST) to being in the past (6 hours behind EST) in the matter of hours. Here in Hawaii we stayed in a cabin on Bellows Air Force Station which is located on Windward Side of Oahu. Our cabin is only 50 yards from the shore and it is magnificent. I watched an amazing sunrise this morning. We leave Hawaii today and will arrive to Ohio around noon on Saturday. I'll catch up more later. Joe
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Posted by rtraincollector on Friday, July 18, 2014 11:02 AM

Hudson#685
My son just got the call from the Berkeley Police Department. Come on over and fill out the paperwork for the Police Academy and the rest of the hiring paperwork.

See fifedog told you he passed the psych test so your son should have no problem lol Congrats to him John 

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Posted by Hudson#685 on Friday, July 18, 2014 10:44 AM
My son just got the call from the Berkeley Police Department. Come on over and fill out the paperwork for the Police Academy and the rest of the hiring paperwork.
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Posted by Hudson#685 on Friday, July 18, 2014 10:03 AM
Good Morning! 75 and SUNNY! Today it is getting ready for the Ice Cream Festival. Johns-son had his Blood Work and Physical Yesterday. Waiting for his results. SPMan, Ray, Sorry to hear about Helen's Sister. Prayers for your friend and his wife. Thoughts and prayers for you, your wife and family. Brent: Great News on the Rental. Chief: Good News from Home Depot. Let's see if they follow thru. Fife: 41 weeks! It felt nice when I was doing my countdown. Sitting at a meeting thinking, great I won't be here to see this fiasco! lol A quick reflection and prayers for all of the innocent people affected by the turmoil and disasters around the world. Enjoy the Day! John
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Posted by lion88roar on Friday, July 18, 2014 9:40 AM

RT - I know... it isn't rented for what I NEED it to rent for, but renting it for the cost of selling it (ultimate goal) isn't realistic at this point! Big Smile Still have a few projects to complete on it, but it was in rentable condition and the new tenants are very happy with the current condition, and plans for the rest.

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Posted by rtraincollector on Friday, July 18, 2014 9:02 AM

I know Brent was just kidding only you can determine what you need to rent for and also better rented than just sitting. 


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Posted by lion88roar on Friday, July 18, 2014 8:33 AM

rtraincollector

I agree with jack you must not be asking enough if it only took one day Laugh no actually that's great hopefully you have better tenants this time. 



Nope - means it was priced right for the area. Had I asked more it would have been sitting for 2+ weeks.

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Posted by fifedog on Friday, July 18, 2014 8:31 AM

Mornin' boys.  Pleasant 74  in the Land of Pleasant Living (National Beer jingle).  Headin' out to play tennis in a few.  41 weeks.  Grandson was over and we ran trains for a little while.  He loves the Chessie steamer pulling C&O streamliner cars.

SPMan - If you get here, I'll get you out there (Chesapeake). Pirate

Hudson - Remember, I passed my psych test, so it might not be that great o' feet....

TGIF.  Hope all have a good weekend.

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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Friday, July 18, 2014 6:30 AM

Good Morning from Blueberryhill........

Good Morning , Joe.........

It is a cool 55 degrees. Going up to 74 today with sunshine.

Today is a busy day. I have a project to work on after doing a few chores. Lunch and a nap.

Buckeye & LAZ......... TGIF

Y'all have a great Friday.

Chuck

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Thursday, July 17, 2014 10:20 PM

FAINT!!  Got call from Home Depot Atlanta.  Guy was not aware of the whole drama.  He was following up due to email from local store saying all taken care of.  Was not happy.  He is doing more.  We will see.

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Posted by rtraincollector on Thursday, July 17, 2014 8:53 PM

I agree with jack you must not be asking enough if it only took one day Laugh no actually that's great hopefully you have better tenants this time. 

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Posted by lion88roar on Thursday, July 17, 2014 8:47 PM

Great news! After only 1 day on the market my house was rented today!!!!!!! Yeah

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Posted by SPMan on Thursday, July 17, 2014 8:15 PM

Good afternoon all,

Hudson John, congratulations to your son.  Best wishes to him and you too.

Cooler weather this week and welcome relief.  Slept until almost 9:00 O'Clock this morning because it was overcast and dark.  Sun usually wakes me up between 6 and 7.

Just spun my wheels some more today and did not accomplish a whole lot.  Did make an important phone call to Helen's sister in N.H. to give up date on wife's condition.  I offered her some of my frequent flyer miles to come and visit Helen but she said her health is not too good and she does'nt travel any longer.  It was a big disappointment to me.  That's the price we pay for living so far from our relatives.

Took my old 87 Buick fliver out for excercise today after it had been sitting for several days.  Still runs good but no air.  Went to produce market and picked up some fresh fruit for about half what the super market charges.  Fruit here is about $2 a pound in the super markets.  Tomatoes with any kind of taste are about $3.  Roma's are 99 cents but they are like cardboard.

Heard some terrible news last night about a guy I knew when I worked on the railroad.  His wife tried to commit suicide and now she is in a psychiatric hospital.  Makes our problems seem smaller in comparison.

Have'nt been in the train room for about a week now.  My heart is just not in it.  Might tomorrow if the cool mornings hold on.

Cooked chicken last night but might buy take out tonight.

later,

Ray

 

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Posted by Hudson#685 on Thursday, July 17, 2014 6:34 PM
A moment of reflection and prayer for tbe victims of Malaysan Flight that was shot down by the Ukranian Rebels.
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Posted by rtraincollector on Thursday, July 17, 2014 3:16 PM

Afternoon all. well checking prices on dz1000's with controller as I now have 4 Ross switches that need switch machines. going to make a few siding on the changing layout I'm still working on. not sure if I want to use two to do a cross over between tracks or I want to just use the 4 to make 4 sidings from it. leaning towards the 4 siding at the moment. 

Not much else going on here today. It's to hot but need to get up early and replace the power box in the ceiling so I can replace the ceiling fan as the one in there now is 3 1/2" and I need the 4" style the 3 1/2" will work no way period have tried it a couple of different ways.  

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Thursday, July 17, 2014 2:05 PM

Who is shooting down airliners??

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Posted by dougdagrump on Thursday, July 17, 2014 1:29 PM

Mornin' All.

Cooler here today but the heats on it's way. Grumpy

Quick run to the grocery, had to pick up a roasted chicken for my Chicken Corn Chowda. Also had to pick-up some no-salt tortilla chips. Dinner

Doug M, Shades of the "Olde West" in Chicago:

2 armed men rob passengers on Chicago

 train that serves Midway airport

 during afternoon.

 Cowboy

Time to get off my duff and get things started for tomorrow.

Later all.

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Posted by cnw1995 on Thursday, July 17, 2014 11:28 AM

Aloha. Back from the dealer 'dealing' with some status lights. I know exactly what it is but can't reset an airbag light. Ah well, at least they fixed a minor recall item. A nice cool spring day today. Good news about your son, John.  Mmmmm, Illinois needs a state ice cream festival...

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Thursday, July 17, 2014 10:11 AM

Morning all.  Got back last night from the lake house.  All OK.  Busy today.  Did get a haircut in. 

Plate Rail, great to have you here.

John, great about Son.  This part is easy.  Getting selected is tough and then academy.  He'll do great.

Brent, great reading about the kids.  Don't pay attention to Fifey.

Ray, Sears [Kenmore] is great.  Pam will go back to them for rest of appliances.  The washer and dryer [still going when it left the house] was Kenmore and 20 years old.

Got to run.  Later.

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