I got home from York to find the grass tall enough to blow in the wind. I paid a crew cutting in the neighborhood to do mine. Now it's raining raining raining till Saturday. Sooo it's sure gonna grow again. At least there is no local flooding.
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
Well you got to know stuff will hit the fan.
Took the Ranger project for a test run and sure as heck still wheel bearing noise, so I pulled the left one off and it is junk to. Ordered another one from RockAuto. $52 bucks where at any auto parts store min is $116.00. So when I pulled it off I found that the tie rod was also junk so I will get one of those tomorrow. They are like $20.00 . Pushes me past my $1,500.00 limit but not by much. Oh well.
Otherwise things are looking good. I got the headlights buckets I won on e-bay and they are very nice and had all of the hardware I needed.
So I think Bob will know what I am going through. Still A truck for under $1,600 is a great deal to me.
Time to chill,
Joined 1-21-2011 TCA 13-68614
Kev, From The North Bluff Above Marseilles IL.
Good evening all,
Quiet day at work. Weather too wet for walk. Picked up Mini equipment after work. Weather not looking good for Saturday, but pulled out a rain outfit my dad used at games. Not too flexible, but should keep me dry. I hope everyone has a good day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Hello all
Back at work for another week. Glad everyone had a good time at York and got home safe.
Getting used to the new laptop. I like it, but it is a little different from the X40:) (X220)
Kev - I didn't miss the Datsun last week at all:) Guy I gave it too thinks he found the issue. Was pushing the electric thru the mechnical pump which didn't do much out of the box. Maybe, but I really did care. Other than that he tried to take it thru emissions and was disappointed it didn't pass. I told him, yeah, I mentioned you prob need to adjust the carb and retard the timing, plus install the smog pump I gave you. He then said when he picked up the box that the pump was in the bottom fell out. I stopped asking questions there.
Found a rim/tire combo I liked for the Corvan and ordered one just to be sure it would fit. Went up to 15" rims w/ a 195/70R tire. Outside diameter is the same as the 205/75, but just a bit narrower. The difference between the Continental Van tire and the passenger car tire was incredible. Much better sidewall and some tread. I even noticed a change in the handling w/ just the one tire. The 14" rims will go on the 4-dr which will replace the 13" rims for which there is not much choice in tires now. 4 more rims on order from the warehouse for when I get back.
Bill and I installed the left cylinder head back on the 4-dr w/ the valve train and some of the sheet metal. Worked on his enlarger so he can read stuff and he showed me the Franklin display engine they are assembling. We also went to the monthly Corvair club meeting.
The student intern and I worked a bit on the '52 Twin Coach FL bus. Mainly just figuring out where we left that project last year. We started the engine last summer, but have yet to put it in gear. No game stoppers yet. Hope to be able to drive it to the barn. Will be the first time it has moved under it's own power since the 70's.
We now have a 1909 Reo car on loan from the Franklin museum. Absolutely beautiful car.
Bob
Tucson, AZ (aka the Ol' Pueblo)
Home of the Mt. Graham & Arizona Eastern Boiler Shops
Good Evening,
Been busy (a good thing) since return from York!
Wanted to share with you all, I was at Verizon reviewing our "data plan" found out they offer a 15% discount for Veterans, but it is not widely published. Maybe some of you can take advantage of it.
Found out Chris got accepted for a Masters Program in Environmental Science, will be a great advantage for his career.
Considering rebuilding my layout with a totally different design. Currentyly in the consideration process.
Late, got to work tomorrow on the Dr.s layout.
Stay healthy and be safe.
GLAD to hear Ray's, Buckeye's procedures went well!! Hope Doug is doing well also.
Don
Hello there. TGIF!!!!!
Busy week made worse by missing 2 days last week. Probably end up putting some time in over the weekend.
The 1st dirt drag of the season tomorrow will probably be rained out if the guesser's are right. 1st Hillclimb on Sunday will run rain or shine.
Glad to hear Buckeye and Ray are doing well.
Best get the day started.
Prayers for those in need
Banks, Proud member of the OTTS TCA 12-67310
Morning. Rained. Still cloudy. Cooked sausage biscuits for breakfast. Not much on calendar for today. One short meeting at 2.
Daughter-in-law sent me this photo. Col [Grandson] in his train shirt.
Jim, thanks for the offer on a train stay.
Ray, glad all went OK.
Buckeye, get well.
Bob, can't beat a "Vair".
Congrats to Chris.
Roy, thanks for the company at York. Enjoyed.
Banks and Mrs. Banks, Good visit. Same with John and Mrs.
Hope all have a good weekend.
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Hello There,
It was great getting together with all of you last week. Had a wonderful time.
Fife.......I had hoped to hook up with you at the show tomorrow but got an MRI of bad shoulder scheduled at 8:45. Wouldn't have time to get there and back before the Drags. If they rain out I may be able to work it out. Let me know when you're going.
Chief's not a proud Pap or anything.............Good look'n kid
Best move on
Banks, I'm hoping to be the first through the gate. But then I'll be headed to a "fund-raiser" up in Elk Garden.
Chief - handsome lad.
dbaker - Nice news on son.
It's Kentucky Derby weekend. I need to find a swell hat...
Quiet but good day at work. Freedom from pain one and pain two could be next Wednesday. Weather outlook improving for tomorrow. Daughter cannot compete now as she is in too much pain. Got sump pump going under house. I hope everyone has a good day.
Morning all. It looks like the rain is starting to slow down here. I guess I can put the Ark plans on hold for now! Hopefully, those on the East Coast will be okay. Just getting ready to head to Orlando for a week so the Mrs. can get her Disney fix. We negotiated on our tax returns that she could use her refund to go to Florida and I could use mine to buy trains or sink it into my Camaro. We're just like the couple in the Lionel video!! Prayers to all in need.
Well 2 days of rain is finally over. No flooding though.
Tonight is our club meet and it looks like a good attendance so lot's of trains to run.
I just noticed 10 years on the coffee pot so Happy Anniversary to me.
I believe it Saturday. It is hard to keep track of the days.
Chief...Good looking boy. Have you taken him hunting yet?
Celebrating 18 years on the CTT Forum.
Buckeye Riveter......... OTTS Charter Member, a Roseyville Raider and a member of the CTT Forum since 2004..
Jelloway Creek, OH - ELV 1,100 - Home of the Baltimore, Ohio & Wabash RR
TCA 09-64284
Afternoon all!
Ouch. Hit 86 so far today. No breeze. Was supposed to be 81 high.
Spent last 2 days upgrading our home video CCTV system. Old one would not work with a smartphone. New one does and allows me to use the existing analog cameras and slowly upgrade to digital cameras/better resolution. The system is more for me keeping tabs on the pool health, foundation watering system, packages on the front porch, annnnnnnddddd...to know when our kids are using the house for party central when we are away....bwaaaaa....ha.....ha....haaaaaa!
NASCAR Xfinity race today at Taledega was a good one. Great finish.
SJ - Happy Anniversary on da 'Pot!
Regards, Roy
Well, another Mini in the books. Dressed for the early cool weather and possible, but the day turned druer and warmer than predicted. Started off pretty well and was maintaining sub 15 minute pace longer than expected, but slowed dramatically the last 2 miles and finished in 3:30.30 for a 16:03 overall pace. Got the shirt, kissed the bricks, and got the bling. Again as AJ would say, "All in all, it was a good day." Watched the Indy 11 get another draw. I hope everyone has a good day.
Sounds like you had fun, probably saw you on tv, was watching up here in Kokomo. Mike
Silly NT's, I have Asperger's Syndrome
Mornin' boys. Cloudy & 48 alond the Patterson Creek cut-off. Nascar on tv today. Will keep an eye on O's as well. That's it.
Pretty good train show at the Allegany Fairgrounds yesterday. Picked up a nice scratchbuilt engine house from a fellow from PA. Really enjoyed talking with him. Picked up some odds and ends, but could have spent hundreds at this show. Have to temper my spending these days. Picked up a construction set tractor trailer for grandson, who paid us a surprise visit with his folks this weekend. All in all, $50 spent.
Evening all!
Very warm again today. 85 but some breeze. About the same for the next several days.
Good NASCAR race today. Could have done without the last caution. I would rather see a race to the end instead of the 3 lap drill.
Fife - sounds like a nice haul for $50!
Good evening,
Weather was cool but very nice and everyone had a good time. Daughter and clan got here about 1:00PM.
Grand-son Jordan loved the elevated track and wanted to spend more time in the basement but I forced him outside into the fresh air. Before they got here I got some more grass cut till I stuck the rider in the mud, so said &%$* it for now.
Looks like the wheel bearing will show up tomorrow so I can finish the Ranger truck project and get it on the road. Dan the SIL (some day maybe) said he may want the truck if he gets the job with the railroad so I told him we can talk about it then but for now it is mine. So Tuesday I will transfer the title and plate it and it be what it be.
I did bring out the 42 year old Triumph Trident and kick it to life. Took it for a spin around the 1 square mile block out here and brought it back and drained the year old gas out of it. Then put that gas in the gator and will put fresh in the bike this week.
Darn old thing ran like New!!!
Love that bike. Just hate kicking it with this old body of mine. On a good note it only took 6 kicks to bring it to life after a year sitting. Running it throught the gears makes me feel 23 years old again.
Time for a beer and a tub.
Got to agree with Roy, Nascar was good but I hate those green, white checker finishes.
Best move on.
Evening all, had a relaxing day. Went to a small train show this morning, while there saw Ray and enjoyed talking too him and a couple of his friends, and a few other guys. Didn't buy a thing!
Came home and watched the Nascar Race, enjoyed the race but agree regarding the Green,White,Checker flag. Oh well!!
Was really surprised we had over an inch of rain, last night and today. Even with thunder! Also earthquake! (Don't know where or how big, though).
Now watch some TV and then bed.
Take Care All!
Morning all, been a while since I have posted here. Been keeping busy empting garage out so I can get car in there and putting it in new shed but in a organized manner. I even built a wood loft so I can store the spare wood I have on hand.
Not a lot going on here today. Hope all have a good week
Life's hard, even harder if your stupid John Wayne
http://rtssite.shutterfly.com/
Sun and 50s today.
Our May club meet is posted at our web site and that other well known forum.
Hi Don, you left those drawings of your layout on the table at the train meet. If you want them let me know and I will mail them to you.
Ray
SPMan
Good weather today and yesterday. Went to see granddaughters perform yesterday for their ballet class. Had check up today, got oil changed on van and truck, and mowed yard with small (21") mower. No bogging, just longer to cut. I hope everyone has a good day.
Mornin' boys. Sunny & 39 along the Patterson Creek cut-off. Had a freeze warning overnight, and I hope it didn't whack my petunias. A pair of Orioles showed up at our back yard yesterday. This was exciting, as I'd never actually seen a real Oriole in my 50+ years. Fifemom said to set out a sliced orange. Saw the male again this morning. Love it.
Our baseball birds are showing up too. Chief's Yankees are flying just a skoshe higher as of late.
Will be back to painting garage today.
Aloha. It's been the coldest May in 28 years. And wet. But the grass and trees love it. Congrats on your decade on the 'Pot, SJ. It has been nice to see everyone back safely from York and that various medical procedures went well for everyone else. Fife, I've watched three days of Orioles-Sox baseball and those birds are doing well too.
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
Fife....I'm amazed that you had not seen an Oriole in the wild before. I haven't seen many, but I've seen them in Ohio and Indiana.
Just passing the time. I see my surgeon tomorrow.
Buckeye Riveter Fife....I'm amazed that you had not seen an Oriole in the wild before. I haven't seen many, but I've seen them in Ohio and Indiana.
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