Did you see the new Lionel Catalog?
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
Good morning all,
Tried calling some friends on the forum this morning but nobody home.
I've started getting a sore throat again lately. Had it before a week or so ago. Finished taking prednisone after 5 days so now am taking nothing. Hope I'm not getting sick again. I have been waking up cold in the early morning lately. Time to add another blanket I think. It's real hot in the day time but goes down to about 65 at night.
L.A. County Fair must be going on right now but haven't heard much about it this year. Other than the outdoor G gauge railroad there is nothing else I want to see there. They still have three large steam engines on display over there even though the Big Boy was sent back to Cheyenne this year but I have seen them many times.
later,
Ray
SPMan
fifedog 88 - Ohhhh.... Reading too fast again. You said PMP... Heee.
88 - Ohhhh.... Reading too fast again. You said PMP...
Heee.
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Aloha. Rainy. Damp. Ugh.Here's a webcam view for your viewing pleasure from the Illinois Railway Museum. You might enjoy browsing their full site at irm.orgVery droll, Fife. Brent, Huggy Bear was a character in a certain profession on TV's Starsky and Hutch.Brutus, I think I have the same thing Char does. A big virus going around but slow to go away. Hope she'd better soon. Richard, nice story about running trains with the grandson.Bruce, nice job with that caboose
fifedog Mornin' boys. Grumpy and 68 here in the Mid-Atlantic region. Tried fixing the dryer. Blue Crew will be here Saturday between 8-5... Fleet of tall ships rolling up the Chesapeake, but I gotta work. Hope all of you are feeling better today. Brent, I simply can't picture you as Huggy Bear...
Mornin' boys. Grumpy and 68 here in the Mid-Atlantic region. Tried fixing the dryer. Blue Crew will be here Saturday between 8-5... Fleet of tall ships rolling up the Chesapeake, but I gotta work.
Hope all of you are feeling better today.
Brent, I simply can't picture you as Huggy Bear...
V DAY!
Off at noon, knowing this business, we'll see if this occurs!
Bruce, nice caboose!
Fife - be happy!!! Weather is still good at least.
Not much else....
for those in need
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
Sunny, muggy, and about 90 here today. Thunderstorms are really dumping rain about 20 miles north of us. Weather radar in Kansas suggests that we will see some of this around sunrise tomorrow morning. Going to ramble around on subjects a bit today.
I've collected three stings in the last week. I discovered a paper wasp nest the hard way on Labor day. Two stings from that one - one on my collar bone and the other on my chin. Looked like I was pouting all afternoon on Labor day. Last night, I discovered an underground nest in my front yard while I was mowing. I think it is cicada killer bees. They took exception of me passing over their front door with the lawn mower. Another sting on my neck - looks like I might have the mumps.
The new Hot Rod magazine arrived yesterday in the mail. There was an article summarizing the history of the GTO. It is interesting to note that the 1/4 mile times and speeds for most of the years the GTO was in production are very close to the published 1/4 mile time and speed for my 2006 Cobalt SS. Amazing what 45 years of automotive development has given us - the Cobalt goes as fast with a supercharged 2 liter engine as the GTO's went with 389 or 400 cubic inches. The brakes, handling, safety, and gas mileage improvements are notable as well.
We are going to have a couple of layouts set up at the KATY Depot for this months kids program this Saturday. I'm planning on a 9 by 18 loop with a couple of passing sidings. Probably will also set up a smaller loop to run some conventional control equipment, too.
This will run from 10am to about 3pm. I know some of you guys are not too far from Sedalia. You are welcome to stop by.
I tried my hand at blackened salmon for the first time tonight. Turned out pretty good. We'll be doing that one again.
To add another home improvement story - a close call, really. I was re-sawing some maple on my table saw last weekend. This job is better suited to a band saw, but my band saw is not up to the task. All of a sudden, the saw kicked back. Fortunately, I was using a Craftsman gizmo that is a combination push stick, ruler, center finder, etc., etc. When the dust settled, that gizmo was in at least three pieces, and I was undamaged. That thing prevented serious injury of the fingers on my right hand. Sears still lists this item on their web site, but I was unable to order one for some reason. Found one on e-bay, though.
Prayers for those that are recovering.
About all for now.
Off to bed. Actually been asleep for hours. Woke up to take meds. On strong antibiotic. Hope that is why indigestion. Says it will "play" with tummy. Also came home from meeting freezing but no above normal temp. Headache. Knees ached and stiff. Still are.
Got things to do tomorrow AM.
Rain stopped finally.
Sleep tight all.
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Evenin' All.
Sounds like things are going well Don. Just no dancing for awhile yet.
CHF support group started up again today, were on summer hiatus. Unfortunately a couple of members are no longer with us.
Sounds & looks like I-15 north of Lost Wages really took a beating in the rains yesterday.
As far as repairs I've been using a guy in the Denver area that used to do the repairs, etc for Mizzells prior to their closing down.
Well, time to see what sounds/looks good for supper.
Later all.
SJ_Looks like them Lions got their claws sharpened for this season.
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This was my Sunday fun project. Made a chimney, painted window frames, blacked out the lanterns and grab rails, added extra lighting. Just need a 700E to go along with it. Sorry if the picture doesn't post...just click on the link.
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Bruce
Evening gents,
First of all, thanks so much for the birthday wishes. I can hardly wait till I'm 70 #As If!
dbaker48 Plate Rail, Bruce. Man did you ever score! It is probably a good thing that there wasn't anymore vendors. Its always more fun when you bundle stuff, seems you always end up with a better deal. Unfortunately, I only recall two or three times I have been that successful. You haven't identified the area you live in, you should strongly consider going to York with your luck.
Plate Rail, Bruce. Man did you ever score! It is probably a good thing that there wasn't anymore vendors. Its always more fun when you bundle stuff, seems you always end up with a better deal. Unfortunately, I only recall two or three times I have been that successful. You haven't identified the area you live in, you should strongly consider going to York with your luck.
Don,
I live north of Toronto where the pickin's are usually pretty thin when it comes to 3 rail trains. I did wish prior to the swap meet that there'd be no other buyers for the 3 rail stuff but me and it basically turned out that way. At least I don't recall seeing any other buyers around their tables and I spent 2 hours paying strict attention to those 3 major vendors.
Coincidentally, I happen to be in the area ( Hershey antique auto swap meet ) the week before York. Been doing the same routine for years and I usually find my fill of old train goodies at Hershey. I can only imagine the trouble I could get into in York. They'd never let be back across the border! Unfortunately it's just not practical making another 20 hour trip both ways.
Don, glad the leg is feeling more solid this time. I E mailed the guy in Virginia yesterday but have not received a reply yet. Quite a savings you made on shipping with priority mail. What is the weight limit on that? Can you ship a heavy die cast steam engine on that? They must have a size limit too.
Chief, we did not get a drop of rain where I live but they had some heavy down pours about 30 miles or more to the East. Riverside, California had some flooding with cars under water in places.
Our son is out of town with his work for a couple of days so it's just my wife and I for a while. He will be home tonight so I will probably cook a dinner for us. We got take out last night.
Those of us who are retired railroad engineers from the former Southern Pacific, now Union Pacific railroad lost a good friend and fellow worker yesterday after a long battle with COPD. He was the one who interviewed me for my job in engine service back in 1979. He had been promoted to Road Foreman of Engines by then. It was his approval that guaranteed me the job. I was an old foggy by railroad standards at the time being 42 years old so he had to stretch to justify hiring me. Even though they had anti discrimination laws to protect people because of race, age, gender etc, they still had ways to get around it if they had wanted to. I will always be grateful to him. I did not let him down and had a clean record until I retired in 2000. Thanks a million John. R.I.P.
dbaker48 lion88roar, I think you missed your calling. You would be quite effective in Project Management! I don't suppose you do a milestone or pert network for you projects do you? I have seen "professionals" not as well organized. I'm impressed.
lion88roar, I think you missed your calling. You would be quite effective in Project Management! I don't suppose you do a milestone or pert network for you projects do you? I have seen "professionals" not as well organized. I'm impressed.
Good Morning,
Been wanting to comment on some of the previous posts, but just didn't make it, so will try now.
dougdagrump, Glad your trip the other day did not involve the ER. But, you knew you would be in trouble. What makes it really bad is you think hey that worked out well, and your a little "proud" of it. Then you catch "holy heck" because she doesn't feel it was a wise thing. So you don't win. Been there, done that!
rtraincollector, With all the re-wiring you are doing you need to post a drawing of your layout and mods. Hope your "secondary" activity is doing well! ER sure has a great product line!
cnw1995, Doug that video is awesome, I couldn't imagine peddling through that tunnel without concern for oncoming traffic! Congrats for the youngest!
richardm47, What a great story regarding the "wreck". You didn't really expect that a 5 year old would keep that quiet, did you? I'll bet that is the first thing he will want to check out.
SPMan, Ray, even though George is located on the opposite coast, it still works for me. Its seems there are more trained people in that area than out here. I did notice that when I shipped the package I could ship it for about 1/2 price via Priority Mail compared to UPS. Travel time was 3 days compared to 6, and both methods I had the packages insured for $600. I'm not sure where you would put another engine, but it is always fun to pick up something new. Hopefully I will be able to make the next meet in Arcadia. This cast is just to uncomfortable for it. I'm sure I will NOT be going to Cal Stewart this year. The cost of the show, parking, just really doesn't justify for me.
Brutus, Hope Char gets over that virus quickly, that's the last thing she needs. Glad to see you posting. Sorry about Chewy.
Need to get busy, (????), (like what am I going to do). Had new X-rays done yesterday. Boy do they ever look great! I have noticed a tremendous improvement in how my leg feels. Just so much stronger, and not shifting around when I move it. Well, the X-Rays support that. Everything appears well aligned, and even looks secure. Looking forward to Dr appt tomorrow!
I will reserve comment on the "drought" and flooding situation . No doubt for those directly affected it is indeed a catastrophe, but there is a significant political side as well. Too Bad
I hope everyone has a great day, good weather, and tremendous health!
Don
Brent Brent Brent, all these DIY projects your gonna be spending Halloween in a cast.
There are still pockets of power outages from last Fridays storms and more storms are forecast for tomorrow PM.
Looks like it's gonna be another long winter.
S.J.
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ChiefEagles Brent, get little ones to hold the ladder.
Brent, get little ones to hold the ladder.
Morning all. Rain has finally stopped this AM. Flooding down east. Will all flow to the ocean eventually. Off to a lunch meeting. Fried catfish is my choice. Really good.
Hope Char gets better. Kids too. Big thing going around nationwide.
Rich, great finds.
Prayers for those in AZ. CA too. Too much water at one time.
Have a good one.
ChiefEagles Brent, don't saw your leg off.
Brent, don't saw your leg off.
Morning guys.....
Brent - good luck with the remodel......to ambious for me!
Platerail - Happy Birthday
Richardm----welcome to the madness!
Scored an MTH #415 Switcher for $35, fuel depot for $5, a set of 6 12oz glasses in the box
from NS, and 2 coffee mugs, 1 is N&W 611 and the other NS blue with gold lettering for $5 at an estate sale.
Weather is cooling down a bit suffering from an after summer cold and I'm on vacation Wednesday. Going reguardless...trust me...I NEED this....lol
for those in need - be back later, hopefully!!
morning all. Not much planned here at the moment in fact think I'm going back to bed didn't sleep well the past two nights keep waking up. Guess need to talk to my doc about that.
Prayers for all hope all are doing better
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Kids had some virus that is going around and Char got it, she's been sick for about 10 days now; but, she's getting better. In better news - she saw her transplant doc today and everything is great other than this virus. He said she will just have to ride it out, no meds for it. She's using cough meds and benadryl etc for symptoms. I had to play Mr. Mom Saturday and then Sunday was spent catching up on the outdoor chores so no trains this past weekend. Hopefully some work will be done this weekend, though :)
RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.
Gurgle gurgle. Raining and hasn't stopped. Some places east of us have had 6 to 9 inches of rain in 24 hours. Wasn't suppose to rain this much. Oh well.
Got my engine day before yesterday. Tested it yesterday. Blew me out of the Box. Never sounded so clear and loud. Great job.
Dennis, hope this guy is legit.
Wonder if Fife is getting this mess. I saw Norfolk was. May be getting off shore before it hits "Maryland".
Youz giz in CA had rain?
Sleep tight.
Hi you guys.
Been Up North in Wisconsin for a week helping two of my friends at two different places and just got back yesterday afternoon. one in Minocqua and the other in Silver Cliff. Logged just under 1,000 miles on the Silverado and brought home hundreds of pounds of Wisconsin mudsand. . Took more than two hours to clean the underside.
Went to Iron River in the UP and all of the trees are already turning.
Not much going on other than today is Lexi's forth birthday. Can't figure out where those four years went?
richardm47, Grandparents' day? Your lucky. I we have 6 grand-kids but they all forgot.
Plate, Rail, Happy belated birthday, I just hit 62 last month.
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Don, thanks for the information about the repair guy in Virginia. I will contact him about my Santa Fe Northern. I think I have run across his name before but never did any business with him. Sounds like you had a good experience with your stuff. BTW, I saw your friend Bob yesterday at the TTOS meet in Arcadia. We didn't talk too long as he was on the hunt for something I think. I found a good buy and a new MTH ATSF GP30 in Proto 2 for $200 but just couldn't pull the trigger. My heart just wasn't in it. Saving my money for another steamer or repair the old one.
Mornin' FellasLots going on these days!Don - I was able to read your invoice, and got a good chuckle! Lots of work on that 'joke'!Brutus - Looks like you've got enough to get you 'started'. I was in the basement a few months ago and reorganized the bins, I even labeled them! Now I can't find anything I am looking for! Fife - Chocolate Labs + water = LOTS AND LOTS OF FUN! A friend up North had one for @15 years and he learned you couldn't take her near water unless you had 10 hours to burn, and she only came out of the water when she was tired. She became a pretty good carp fisher!Got the foyer, 1st floor hallway, and 2nd floor hallway painted over Labor Day Weekend. Looks really nice now, and very bright. Replaced the 4 CFL bulbs in the foyer chandelier with LED bulbs... we'll see if these last longer than the 6 months the CFLs lasted.Have the plan worked up for the new kitchen. TheQ has approved the plan and now just have to get the cabinets, flooring, and back splash tile ordered. Have to get the cabinets ordered (3 - 4 week delivery), then arrange for the counter top guys to come remove the counter tops.
Plan is for 1 day for demo3 days to remove the pantry wall (and hopefully soffit) and patch existing walls and ceiling2 days to remove existing tile floor and subfloor3 days to replace drywall around new windows - including rewiring light above sink to also power light above second window1 day to install new subfloor2 days to Kilz and paint roomCall guys to schedule countertop installation 1 day to install new pantry cabinets1 day to install new wall cabinets2 days to install new base cabinetsCountertop installation2 days to lay new tile floor1 day to grout floor2 days to tile backsplash2 day to grout backsplashGoing to be a challenge to get it all done by Christmas with everything else we have planned, but if I can stay focused on it I think it is doable...
Good morning all. Been reading , but not adding for some time. .. I have benefited form expertise with my engine and switch proglems... thanks to a great group effort. still gonna be a scorcher here in Corvallis Oregon...
I have a double oval of 027--one of which has a siding so 5 year old grandson can run log loader, milk, coal or barrels..... soon he'll want to run trains too. I was going to add a nice O dogbone and get a newer train-- mine are ebay specials. But the wife reminded me I had a lot of HO in boxes from 20 some years ago.... and the new train cost how much????!!! so now I have a double loop HO dogbone over the 027 and another HO oval over that -- I wanted the SP Daylight 4-10-4, but it needed 24" radius. the lower double has a SF Super chief (I grew up in SF bay area and rode it to Chicago with family when I was in High School.... .Anyway, yesterday, the grandson wanted the Santa Fe and my Spirit of 76 and the Daylight to be running while he loaded logs..... things went well for a while, then Santa Fe derailed an before I could get to the Spirit, it ran into the derailed Santa Fe... Fortunately the Daylight kept running nicely..... "Grampa!! what are we gonna do now?" O well, I guess it's time to go in and visit with the others who came for a bbq...... "But what about the wreck?"""We won't tell anyone and I'll take care of that tomorrow when you are in school." Of course he had to go back and tell about my train wreck....bbq was fun --started as a Grandparents' day celebration.... so happy belated GP day to all..appropriate grandparents.... Gotta get the coffee for our morning newspaper read.... take care... and happy railing....
Made it through the weekend OK, no problems/issues etc.. I was going to hold off about posting the source I used for having the engines repaired, until I received the ones I have coming here. But to satisfy the requests I have already received here is his information;
George Galyo, Chesapeake Va., email: gcubed@cox.net
I sent him 3 engines, one had a sound issue (Chief's) . George and I had a discussion and he thought it could be a magnet issue with the speaker, or an amp on the sound card. Because he indicated he could troubleshoot to the component on the sound card, I decided to go with him.
Another engine (mine) MTH Daylight has a blown board set, I cant get it to do anything. He gave me a price on replacing the PS2 boards, which was the best I had, so therefore number 2.
Then Bob gave me an TMCC engine he had problem with and wanted me to try and fix. All the wires were disconnected inside, so I tried to get all reconnected, and it wasn't operating correctly. Bob was frustrated and didn't want to see the engine again. So this was number 3 to send to George.
I sent the engines and within 3 days of his receipt, he gave me quotes on all 3. Chief's engine speaker only, my Daylight set needed the PS2 board set, Bob's TMCC engine had a pinched wire at the rollers. So had him ship Chiefs engine home, then the other two to me should receive them later this week.
I found him on another forum where a lot of discussion of command systems occur, he goes by GGG. What I like is his qualifications, knowledge, and turnaround time.
I hope I dont tick anyone off, but just wanted to share a good experience.
Aloha. Fall has fallen, along with the Chicago Bears. Looks like a long Monday. Plate, belated birthday wishes to you and congratulations on your 'haul.' You all might enjoy this 4 min. video from a friend who just biked the MILW ROW in MT. http://youtu.be/SMVusYIfHBI
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