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[Anonymous]

I've been looking at the E lately and noticed shipping prices are rising much higher than actual cost. I don't mind paying a little extra for handling but some are to high and I won't bid. So if you sell there please keep that in mind as I consider s/h as part of total cost of item. Just suggesting. I also have sellers that  don't post feedback, whats with that?

                                   Sir James

Sir James,

From what I have been told, many sellers have high prices on shipping as Ebay doesn't take it's cut from that.  The fees for listing and the percentage of the selling price can add up.  The sellers are trying to increase the overall profit from the sale.  So long as you are aware of it, you can deal with it.  Just don't bid any more than the value of the item minus the shipping and make that your high bid.

On other subjects, all this talk about "universal health care" and the promisses of those wanting to inhabbit the White House is making me ill.  We already have universal health coverage in this country.  When I get called in at 3am for a stabbing, I come in along with everyone else on the team.  We rush into action, save the live of this person, and treat them as if they were a member of our own family.  The fact that we have spent over $50,000.00 of costs saving this person's life is not predicated on them having insurance, not being a member of a gang, not being on drugs, or any other factors.  We have had all of the above and even worse, but they all get the same care, nothing held back.

Ok, off and back to trains.  I saw a neat show on Freight Trains on Modern Marvels the other day.  Amazing how the new generation of locomotives are made.  Using air cussions to move these bohemouths around and all the latest technology in these makes your head spin.  They also had some great vintage photos as well.

Hope everyone has a blessed day,

dennis

Dennis - MagLev is an incredible technology, not sure why it hasn't been incorporated into freight trains here in the US - maybe Buckeye could enlighten us?  I'm sure it has alot to do with cost.  I saw somewhere that Japan is working on a hybrid engine... um folks... Europe has been using these type of engines for decades... They use electric in the city (reduce polution) and diesel in remote areas due to the high cost of building electric lines and maintaining them.

I'm looking forward to seeing the first solar powered train....

[dwiemer]

I've been looking at the E lately and noticed shipping prices are rising much higher than actual cost. I don't mind paying a little extra for handling but some are to high and I won't bid. So if you sell there please keep that in mind as I consider s/h as part of total cost of item. Just suggesting. I also have sellers that  don't post feedback, whats with that?

                                   Sir James

Sir James,

From what I have been told, many sellers have high prices on shipping as Ebay doesn't take it's cut from that.  The fees for listing and the percentage of the selling price can add up.  The sellers are trying to increase the overall profit from the sale.  So long as you are aware of it, you can deal with it.  Just don't bid any more than the value of the item minus the shipping and make that your high bid.

On other subjects, all this talk about "universal health care" and the promisses of those wanting to inhabbit the White House is making me ill.  We already have universal health coverage in this country.  When I get called in at 3am for a stabbing, I come in along with everyone else on the team.  We rush into action, save the live of this person, and treat them as if they were a member of our own family.  The fact that we have spent over $50,000.00 of costs saving this person's life is not predicated on them having insurance, not being a member of a gang, not being on drugs, or any other factors.  We have had all of the above and even worse, but they all get the same care, nothing held back.

Ok, off and back to trains.  I saw a neat show on Freight Trains on Modern Marvels the other day.  Amazing how the new generation of locomotives are made.  Using air cussions to move these bohemouths around and all the latest technology in these makes your head spin.  They also had some great vintage photos as well.

Hope everyone has a blessed day,

dennis

[dbaker48]

bfskinner - Double-speak is our specialty.  I do remember that froicous over "Bimmer-gate", but that shouldn't have kept you away.  However, I gotta admit it has been rather RAN-DEE as of late, but it should tone down.  I, for one, am attending church this Sunday, to atone for my ways...and I will be saying a quiet whisper for 1)Chief 2)Jum-edgey 3)88 4)kpolak 5)Laz 6)dbaker48 7)anjdevil...

So,"come on in boys...the water's fine."

How did I get associated with these "misfits" ???  I'm just out here aligning track and punching buttons?  And the only blue air in the room is from engine smoke.......  Go figure......

Oh well, another false indictment, I can handle it.   

 

[Jumijo]

I'd melt like the witch in the Wizard of Oz!

Believe it or not, I'm a regular church goer.  

[Anonymous]

bfskinner - Double-speak is our specialty.  I do remember that froicous over "Bimmer-gate", but that shouldn't have kept you away.  However, I gotta admit it has been rather RAN-DEE as of late, but it should tone down.  I, for one, am attending church this Sunday, to atone for my ways...and I will be saying a quiet whisper for 1)Chief 2)Jum-edgey 3)88 4)kpolak 5)Laz 6)dbaker48 7)anjdevil...

So,"come on in boys...the water's fine."

*Sigh*

Boys, boys. If I were a Catholic nun, the ruler would be coming out of the drawer. However, being a Baptist preacher, I'll merely shake my head and give your mother a call instead.

Guess that means we have been so informed... Looks like I too will have to attend church this weekend... oh well... a little blessing couldn't do me any harm!   Course it could cause severe burns on Fife  and JimmyA #2

[Sturgeon-Phish]

Afternoon all,

Got off this morning at 7a.m., took a bit of a nap then got up to return my sleep to "normal" tonight.  Got to love shift work

Dr. John, at work we store dry ice in a freezer and it will last a bit.  Chunks last longer than pellets, and the denser the longer it will last.  Like already stated wrap it in a paper sack or towel and avoid placing the ice directly on plastic like a cooler bottom as it may crack the plastic.

Wish I could come up to the train show this weekend, looks like you will be having a good time.  When you see the American Flyer stuff, think of me.

Missed out on the 740 handcar and the 5300 tipple set on the bay, did not have deep enough pockets, maybe next time, there is a 336 ?$?$?$?

Well going outside for a bit, will check in later

May God bless

Jim 

[kpolak]

Has anyone ever stored dry ice for a short period? I've got to pick up a small amount (2-3 lbs.) for the wife. Has something to do with halloween or some evil experiment she's conducting at the school where she works. I'm kind of fuzzy on that. Anyway, for a 24 hour period is the referigerator okay or should I put it in the freezer? 

Freezer!  Transport it wrapped in brown paper inside of a cooler.  Handle with leather gloves or tongues.  This stuff will burn you!

Dr. John, I have a recipe for instant Ice Cream if you (or your wife) is interested.  Involves liquid nitrogen, and a Kitchenaid blender.

Kurt

[kpolak]

Here comes one now: a shy Englishman meets an attractive young woman and asks her whether she enjoys Kipling. Her response: "I really don't know -- I've never kippled."

Ka-ching!

Must I get ready to straddle the cold hard rail once again? 

Ha Ch Ch Chaaaa

 

[Jumijo]

bfskinner - Double-speak is our specialty.  I do remember that froicous over "Bimmer-gate", but that shouldn't have kept you away.  However, I gotta admit it has been rather RAN-DEE as of late, but it should tone down.  I, for one, am attending church this Sunday, to atone for my ways...and I will be saying a quiet whisper for 1)Chief 2)Jum-edgey 3)88 4)kpolak 5)Laz 6)dbaker48 7)anjdevil...

So,"come on in boys...the water's fine."

Ran-Dee? That's because I'm back. My bad. I too will be at church Sunday, praying for my very soul.

John, Ask the dry ice people the best way to store it. Who would know better. 

[fifedog]

bfskinner - Double-speak is our specialty.  I do remember that froicous over "Bimmer-gate", but that shouldn't have kept you away.  However, I gotta admit it has been rather RAN-DEE as of late, but it should tone down.  I, for one, am attending church this Sunday, to atone for my ways...and I will be saying a quiet whisper for 1)Chief 2)Jum-edgey 3)88 4)kpolak 5)Laz 6)dbaker48 7)anjdevil...

So,"come on in boys...the water's fine."

[csxt30]

Good morning John, I haven't been to Cleveland in years. Last time there was when I missed the entrance to the turnpike. Wife said I "saw"it thought you were going a different way.

Mornin" James !! That was a good one, same thing has happened to me with my wife before!! We were lost for hours one time !!

Thanks, John

[sir james I]

Good morning John, I haven't been to Cleveland in years. Last time there was when I missed the entrance to the turnpike. Wife said I "saw"it thought you were going a different way.

[Anonymous]

Morning All,

I think everyone should read BFs thread,while it doesn't bother me at all I fear someones fellings are going to get hurt. And thats not the coffee pot way.

Sunny this morning, 80s for the next few days.  John you folks going to the train show want to send me $10.00 each I'll try to get your tickets.no guarante, no refunds. Oh where's the show.

I've been looking at the E lately and noticed shipping prices are rising much higher than actual cost. I don't mind paying a little extra for handling but some are to high and I won't bid. So if you sell there please keep that in mind as I consider s/h as part of total cost of item. Just suggesting. I also have sellers that  don't post feedback, whats with that?

                                   Sir James

Not sure who's feelings are going to get hurt... I'm not going to responde to BF's thread because that incident has been resolved.

[csxt30]

Morning All,

I think everyone should read BFs thread,while it doesn't bother me at all I fear someones fellings are going to get hurt. And thats not the coffee pot way.

Sunny this morning, 80s for the next few days.  John you folks going to the train show want to send me $10.00 each I'll try to get your tickets.no guarante, no refunds. Oh where's the show.

I've been looking at the E lately and noticed shipping prices are rising much higher than actual cost. I don't mind paying a little extra for handling but some are to high and I won't bid. So if you sell there please keep that in mind as I consider s/h as part of total cost of item. Just suggesting. I also have sellers that  don't post feedback, whats with that?

                                   Sir James

James : the show is right by the Cleveland airport !!  You should be able to just fly in there, we'll pick you up at the airport, no problem !! You should see the place we're having lunch at !! You don't want to miss this one !!   Oh, good point on not the coffee pot way !!

Thanks, John

  

[csxt30]

Tom: I read it was 9 dollars somewhere else for two days .  I forgot where I saw that at now !!

Thanks, John 

John - One day pass = $6.00  Two Day Pass = $9.00

 Are you planning on going both Sat and Sunday?

Oh, no Tom !!  I thought at first it was 9 dollars to get in & it was good for both days. I'm glad it's only 6 for the one day !!  I have gone to the Kirtland show before both days !!

Thanks, John

[sir james I]

Morning All,

I think everyone should read BFs thread,while it doesn't bother me at all I fear someones fellings are going to get hurt. And thats not the coffee pot way.

Sunny this morning, 80s for the next few days.  John you folks going to the train show want to send me $10.00 each I'll try to get your tickets.no guarante, no refunds. Oh where's the show.

I've been looking at the E lately and noticed shipping prices are rising much higher than actual cost. I don't mind paying a little extra for handling but some are to high and I won't bid. So if you sell there please keep that in mind as I consider s/h as part of total cost of item. Just suggesting. I also have sellers that  don't post feedback, whats with that?

                                   Sir James

[spankybird]

Tom: I read it was 9 dollars somewhere else for two days .  I forgot where I saw that at now !!

Thanks, John 

John - One day pass = $6.00  Two Day Pass = $9.00

 Are you planning on going both Sat and Sunday?

[dbaker48]

Normally I avoid posting on the Coffee Pot like the plague, but today I can't resist pointing out that a few months ago I was viciously tarred and feathered for jokingly posting a mild double entendre about someone spending an afternoon "washing his wife's Bimmer."

Now we've got a thread full of "gondolas" and "beavers" and heaven-knows what else. Where is Ogaugeoverbear when you really need him? Talk about your double-standard!

It's odd, really, because, as a general rule, if one "sees" the double meaning, he (or she) is generally old and/or mature enough to handle it without getting the ol' knickers in a twist.

Here comes one now: a shy Englishman meets an attractive young woman and asks her whether she enjoys Kipling. Her response: "I really don't know -- I've never kippled."

Ka-ching!

Must I get ready to straddle the cold hard rail once again?

 

Never offended or affended me !!  Don't be a stranger! 

[Anonymous]

Brent,

          I haven't moved.  I've just been real busy with college work lately.  I haven't been able to post here much because of it.

Sorry Jim... had you confused with jimhaleyscomet!  LOL!

[Anonymous]

Brent,

          I haven't moved.  I've just been real busy with college work lately.  I haven't been able to post here much because of it.

[bfskinner]

Normally I avoid posting on the Coffee Pot like the plague, but today I can't resist pointing out that a few months ago I was viciously tarred and feathered for jokingly posting a mild double entendre about someone spending an afternoon "washing his wife's Bimmer."

Now we've got a thread full of "gondolas" and "beavers" and heaven-knows what else. Where is Ogaugeoverbear when you really need him? Talk about your double-standard!

It's odd, really, because, as a general rule, if one "sees" the double meaning, he (or she) is generally old and/or mature enough to handle it without getting the ol' knickers in a twist.

Here comes one now: a shy Englishman meets an attractive young woman and asks her whether she enjoys Kipling. Her response: "I really don't know -- I've never kippled."

Ka-ching!

Must I get ready to straddle the cold hard rail once again?

 

[Anonymous]

followed by 'Cococabana' (there is a night club in Geleen, Netherlands by that name - at least there was in 1989 - met some very friendly Dutchies (Dutch Ladies) there...). 

Copacabana...old NYC niteclub.  Not sure if it still exists.....met a girl named Lola...now I've drifted into the Kinks tune.  L.O.L.A.

Thanks Brent.  It'll take a while to get that to go away.

Kurt

You are most welcome Kurt... always glad to be of assistance to those in Michigan...

[csxt30]

Tom: I read it was 9 dollars somewhere else for two days .  I forgot where I saw that at now !!

Thanks, John 

[spankybird]

Good Morning Everyone !!  Weather looks great for the next 3 or 4 days here !!

Looking forward to the train show too !!  Will be great to see everyone again ! I think it costs 9 dollars to get in this year.

Been getting changed around from that 3rd. shift to days now, on vacation & installing a new Atlas single track bridge. Got it in place already. It looks kind of big & I'm not used to it yet !!

Can't wait to hear what Buckeye got from Just Trains !!  

Hope The Chief is having a good trip !!

Thanks, John

 

Can't wait until Saturday to see all the OTTS guys again!

 John - the cost is only $6.00 each

[kpolak]

followed by 'Cococabana' (there is a night club in Geleen, Netherlands by that name - at least there was in 1989 - met some very friendly Dutchies (Dutch Ladies) there...). 

Copacabana...old NYC niteclub.  Not sure if it still exists.....met a girl named Lola...now I've drifted into the Kinks tune.  L.O.L.A.

Thanks Brent.  It'll take a while to get that to go away.

Kurt

[Wes Whitmore]

-Jonadel

 Wow...There isn't enough room up here for that kind of fun!

[Jumijo]

What is it about 'Sweet Caroline' that always makes you sing?

I feel the same way! Elvis sings it better than Neil.

JimA - Another night, another missed opportunity to take a picture of the 'Jesus Tender'...

I'll show you mine if you show me yours.

Ms Lisa - You tryin to corrupt The Chief?  Showing him your gondolas! Probably made the ol' feller ...

I wonder if the Chief tried to show Lisa his Beaver.

What?

[jonadel]

Southern fun, Texas style.

http://s5.photobucket.com/albums/y194/mkjohn/?action=view¤t=SouthernFun.flv

[Anonymous]

Chief - Mrs. fifedog suggests some MANILOW to ease those slow journeys around Charlotte.  Try "Oh, Mandy", and "Looks like we made it".

My favorite Manilow song is 'Weekend in New England', followed by 'Cococabana' (there is a night club in Geleen, Netherlands by that name - at least there was in 1989 - met some very friendly Dutchies (Dutch Ladies) there...).  When on long trips Susan likes to pop in some Jazz or Neil Diamond... What is it about 'Sweet Caroline' that always makes you sing?

JimA - Another night, another missed opportunity to take a picture of the 'Jesus Tender'...

Ms Lisa - You tryin to corrupt The Chief?  Showing him your gondolas! Probably made the ol' feller ...

Wes - find your way out of that wire tangle yet?

--- SEE all you have to do is mention the fellers over the pond and they come out of the wood work! --- anyone heard from JimTrumpie?  He's been awefully quiet since his move... Nick, have fun with Daan!  Remember we want pics of his layout (the two of you would probably break the camera if you took a joint picture!)

Sounds like someone needs to make a trip to CA to help Don figure out how to post videos... I mean, really, he posts about this AWESOME moment on his layout and he DOESN'T SHARE!!!!

[Jumijo]

 May have to put on the mack to place the sugar plum on her big cheese this morning.

I have been having a hard time understanding what you are trying to say lately, Fifey. Do you kiss your mother with that mouth?