Hey Nick, Which one is the DL? I didn't know they made a mini? Seriously though, I'd love to have a ride in a DL. I don't recollect ever seeing one in the flesh.
Lionroar, Every time the Boss and I see a dead or broken down BMW or Merc. we cheer, they must be the most over rated and priced thing on the road. As for service? forget it!! She has a Reault Clio and I have a Honda Jazz. The service from Renault is on a par with the ***, but the Honda (built in Swindon UK) is wonderful with a five year warranty and the reliability is legendary.
Jim, Tea has to be taken HOT! ask any WWII veteran that fought alongside our lads in the deserts of Africa and the Asian jungle.
Going to order the power supplies next week, I have goofed off for too long.
John Baker
Well its a little late, but alot to comment on:
John - I find that link to the Atlas forum benefiical, I wouldn't get to the level that Frank has achieved!
Roy - Mr. Wizard was a great inspiration to me. Watching his show I was inspired to go down to the basement and "make" my own Chemistry set. My family couldn't afford stuff like that. I managed to find Drano, Peroxide, detergents, cleaning fluids, salts, and anything I could think of. Of course I would scronge up weird glasses, and stuff. Surprised I didn't kill my self or set the place on fire. Even though I enjoyed the show most of the kids that were on it seemed like nerds.
Dennis - Regarding the video, I too have relations that relate very closely to that dummy. They happen to be in Arkansas. Last time I was there my cousin wanted to take me Frog Giggin', I wouldn't go due to all the water mocassins. Then left their place and the next day visited another cousin, (same side of the family) and he is the Directorate for the USAF, responsible for the development of Laser Weapons. Talk about accomplished he is a General, has a fellowship, and well known research physicist. Go figure.
I had an interesting day! Got a visit from the Brown Army! Received the (yes) MTH UP AC4000. Ordered it last December. First, found out last week that they had arrived at MTH, called the mail order company as to when they may expect them. They said problably next week. OK, noticed on various forums that people were receiving them. So called the mail order place back yesterday, they said they didn't have them yet and would ship as soon as they got them. OK, no big deal. Then it arrives today. Totally unexpected.
I was really looking forward to this engine especially for the flashing Ditch Lights. Well, the ditch lights are either ON or OFF. Tried everything -- No Flash. Contacted some people, and all indication was that the sound program may need to be re-installed. Then, decide to call MTH Service. So they ask what Road Name, I tell them UP. They say OH, UP is the ONLY roadname that does NOT flash, because that would NOT be proto-typical. As the UP is the ONLY roadname the does NOT flash.
Below is a picture of it: CHIEF NOTICE THE SCENERY !!!!! A FORREST, which actually is not very far away.
The engines really do run well !!! And the horn is fantastic. Maybe I will install a different sound package to get the lights.
Later
Don
Thanks John. Gives me an idea at my breaker panel in the backroom.
Hope they hang Nifong. I think they should get the President of Duke U next. Took the other side and not his students'.
Got about 1/4 inch of rain while I was gone. Some got hail and bad storm. Still need more rain. As Jim of VA Bulletin pointed out to me we are not getting moisture from the south where we get our big rains. This is true. all good come from the South.
Good night.
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
dougdagrump wrote:John, That is a real sweet warehouse, but I think Frank's was better. Maybe because of the humor or should I say uproar associated with it.
Hey, Jaabat, watch out for VISTA on new computers - per Roy's (?) post earlier and everyone else I know who has tried it, it ain't working yet! They might try to force-sell you that on a new computer. XP is at least stable, although it tries to help you a lot in the background without telling you or a by your leave either! Maybe John Baker can ship you and old ERNI!
John S - I've got some popcorn in the nucular oven, so just wait a sec and I'll fix you up!
Banana Pudding with 'Nilla wafers is great! Also like Choc pudding with laddy fingers and whipped cream on top -- lots and lots of Cool Whip!
RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.
Remember the Veterans. Past, present and future.
www.sd3r.org
Proud New Member Of The NRA
Brent, Sorry to hear about your Father in law. He will be in our prayers.
For those of you in the layout building phase, there is a guy, Don Smith, who posts some real good stuff on the Atlas forum. Check this out.
http://forum.atlasrr.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=38762
I'm eating a big bowl of grits now, just had a craving for them. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm there so good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Grayson
"Lionel trains are the standard of the world" - Jousha Lionel Cowen
ChiefEagles wrote: Evening. Full of PIG. Prayers for all mentioned. EMERGENCY CALL TO THE REBS: I found out that Jim A has never heard of and especially never eaten BANANA PUDDING! I have found another Yankee short coming. Item 2: We will have to put up with him at night and weekends. He is getting a home computer. Popcorn time and a good movie on Halmark. Later.
Evening. Full of PIG. Prayers for all mentioned.
EMERGENCY CALL TO THE REBS: I found out that Jim A has never heard of and especially never eaten BANANA PUDDING! I have found another Yankee short coming. Item 2: We will have to put up with him at night and weekends. He is getting a home computer.
Popcorn time and a good movie on Halmark. Later.
Oh no !! Two Yankee shortcomings now !! I forgot what the first one was, now !!
That's great Jim's getting a home computer now !! That will help keep The Chief in check !!
Now, Chief, will you please pass the popcorn !! [(-D]( watch him try to pass me some gritts!!)
Thanks, John
Lack of knowledge of nanner puddin is not due to living up north, I like mine with vanilla wafers in with slices of banna
dwiemer wrote: Good evening Y'all. Dr. John, you and your wife are in our prayers. God Bless you both and may He guide those taking care of her.Don, That video was pretty funny. Unfortunately, I know some folks like that.....they are from Pennsylvania!
Good evening Y'all. Dr. John, you and your wife are in our prayers. God Bless you both and may He guide those taking care of her.
Don, That video was pretty funny. Unfortunately, I know some folks like that.....they are from Pennsylvania!
Also, prayers for your friend Dennis.
Also, prayers for your father-in-law, Brent (88) - that's a tough year, man. God bless. Got your email and printed for wife, should mail tomorrow (she's at a wedding shower). SOrry for delay .
Got some ideas for the new layout and wife will be out of town all next week - think I'll post tonight or tomorrow for criticism/advice. Hope to pick up some 2x4's this weekend and maybe get started next week! Maybe got a line on some remote switches (022s) too!
cheapclassics wrote: Good morning all,This is real quick because I have to get to a meeting, but I have a new grandson. Abram Michael Cleary was born at 6:29 AM and is seven pounds, 12. ounces and 21.5 inches long. Mother and son are doing fine.Keep on training,Mike C. from Indiana
Good morning all,
This is real quick because I have to get to a meeting, but I have a new grandson. Abram Michael Cleary was born at 6:29 AM and is seven pounds, 12. ounces and 21.5 inches long. Mother and son are doing fine.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Mike - Congrat's Granpa!
One of the guys I work with is having a stress test in the morning. Hopefully all will be well. Funny thing, he always seems to have his problems when he is on call.....It is all legitimate, it is strange how it happens. He has had two angioplasties and stents.
My bride is going down to the gulf coast with the kids towards the end of the month. I hope to get some serious train time in and finally get all the wiring done and scenery well on its way.
I know a few of you have gotten into G gauge lately, Trainworld has a big sale on LGB, so you may want to check it out.
Dennis
TCA#09-63805
It's been rainy all day, with the humidity at 100% all day, 93% right now, with the temperature at 70. Got to take my dog to the vet tomorrow to get her eat cut open in surgery, she's got that ear infection, watever its called when fluid builds up in the ear. I hope everybody has a good night and a good tomorrow.
jaabat wrote: dwiemer wrote: Chief, why on earth would you want to head to the heart of Yankee land? I could understand going for business, but on some FF miles? Couldn't you pick a nicer location, like the Okiefanokie swamp? Anyway, hope you have a good trip. Who knows, you may be able to pick up some good deals on some trains, (a PW Santa Fe set perhaps?).Anyway, hope everyone has a great night.DennisWhat a comedian! Why don't you fly up too, Dennis? Then the 3 of us could raid those Yankee train stores together. We plan on going to Charles Ro, Northeast Trains, Mountain Trains, Treasured Toys, Modeler's Junction, and that's just before lunch. Many many train stores up here. Bring your charge card, because you're buying!!Jim
dwiemer wrote: Chief, why on earth would you want to head to the heart of Yankee land? I could understand going for business, but on some FF miles? Couldn't you pick a nicer location, like the Okiefanokie swamp? Anyway, hope you have a good trip. Who knows, you may be able to pick up some good deals on some trains, (a PW Santa Fe set perhaps?).Anyway, hope everyone has a great night.Dennis
Chief, why on earth would you want to head to the heart of Yankee land? I could understand going for business, but on some FF miles? Couldn't you pick a nicer location, like the Okiefanokie swamp? Anyway, hope you have a good trip. Who knows, you may be able to pick up some good deals on some trains, (a PW Santa Fe set perhaps?).
Anyway, hope everyone has a great night.
What a comedian! Why don't you fly up too, Dennis? Then the 3 of us could raid those Yankee train stores together. We plan on going to Charles Ro, Northeast Trains, Mountain Trains, Treasured Toys, Modeler's Junction, and that's just before lunch. Many many train stores up here. Bring your charge card, because you're buying!!
Jim
Jim, How about putting together a shopping list for us LHS Deprived individuals ?
Laz - 100 yds and open sight, that is impressive.
Gentlemen - remove your hats. Mr. Wizard has passed away.
Regards, Roy
Good evening,
Mike, Congrats on the new Grandson.
Roy, It sounds like they recycled some of the Win98 Code to build Vista. Just reboot till it works? The computer guy who builds and maintains the computers for my son's business told me recently that he has yet to install it for a customer, still waiting for them to debug it.
Some real nasty weather in the area today. Drove though two wild storms on the way home from the museum. Tornado warnings were posted for some areas locally. None developed but a lot of wind damage. We did get some much needed rain out of it.
Hi GIZ,
Transplanted kolrohbi about 100. They look like turnips when mature but have a sweeter taste sort of like cabbage. My DAD always had them for us when I was a kid. Now I supply everyone with em.
Went to the shooting range today with brother and we shot about 100 rounds out of bros new SOCOM. Its made by Springfield Armoury in 308 cal. looks like a chopped down Garand with synthetic stock. Wow is it cool! For $1500 its worth it. At 100 yards with open sites on everytime. Shot mt SIG 229 in 40 cal. nice gun.
Shoot safe and keepem in the ten ring.
laz57
fifedog wrote: Wellll, that's that! Dale,Jr has just signed a 5 year contract with Hendrick Motorsports. No decision yet on the number (5,8,25) or sponsors (Bud,Kelloggs). At first it kinda turned my stomach, but watching the press conference, and seeing the relationship that Dale and Rick have, it kinda made sense.csxt30 - by posting that 5 Kelloggs rig, did you have a little insider info...?
Wellll, that's that! Dale,Jr has just signed a 5 year contract with Hendrick Motorsports. No decision yet on the number (5,8,25) or sponsors (Bud,Kelloggs). At first it kinda turned my stomach, but watching the press conference, and seeing the relationship that Dale and Rick have, it kinda made sense.
csxt30 - by posting that 5 Kelloggs rig, did you have a little insider info...?
Good one Fife !! I probably know the least of anyone here about Nascar !! I just started watching the races this year cause Chuck watches them !! I do remember the Tide car & now I don't see it out there anymore !! I only bought that Kelloggs truck cause my boy & I still like Frosted Flakes & would you believe, it was only 10 bucks !! I like seeing what you guys say about the races & look forward to you guz'es comments though !! Keep em' coming !!
mike- congrats
don- funny video
nick --sweet ride when i was younger i loved that car. Do you have a flux capacitor?
well good morning all ( for me) hope everyones day is bright and productive. going to a local c cafe fore omelettes....later
Hi all,
Moved the DeLorean for the first time in two years today. Checked all the vital fluids connected up the battery and she started first time. Moved her of the foundation pad. Reminded me how much I miss driving the beast...oh well she will soon have a nice dry garage. I can work on the car at my leisure then.
Dug back the soil from the foundation at the garden end today. Pulled out a couple of stumps using the van.
Its been really sunny and hot here today. So much so that we fired up the BBQ for the first cook of the year. It then promptly rained, typical.
Have a good day
Nick
I got crabs once on my birthday too!
Just off the phone with the Chief. He's on his way to the porkfest with his 2 count 'em 2 sister-in-laws! Hoooooooo-weee! Squeal like a pig, you Roseyville Rascal!
Pork is a very sweet meat!
Modeling the Baltimore waterfront in HO scale
Afternoon all!
Spent most of the morning on the phone with Dell about Vista problems. Some real big bugs in the wireless network portion of that program. Do not have these problems in our 3 winXP PCs.
So far - the way to resolve most VISTA issues is to reboot until it works like it is supposed to. VISTA just gets lost a lot. By far the worst thing MS has released in recent years.
Raining here again. I have lived in Dallas for nearly 30 years and I have never seen a mid-day rain shower in the June-September (the dry season as I call it) time frame until this year. The most we normally get are late afternoon T-Storms.
Thoughts and prayers for all those ailing and good luck on those having procedures (Dr. John's wife).
Have a great day all!
Try to find a building built by modern standards that can stand up to those built by the Amish...
I saw where a Buddist temple hired a bunch of Amish to dissasemble and put back together thier temple at another location because no company had the skill or understanding of the construction methods used in the building
I have a relitive that got his training/colladge education as a draftsman but took up forgeing and founding in Iron I think he had a side job working with an Amish or Minanite black smith as a Hobby Him and his wife wear home made clothes that are very plain but if you did not know them you would not pickup on thier lifestyle/beliefs.
Congratulations to the new Granddad. Have a couple more months to go myself.
Dr. John, Add me to the list of people looking forward to hearing good news regarding the outcome of the tests. Please let us know right away.
Gas has been as low as $2.79 around here for a couple days. Probably go back up tomorrow, after all it will be Thursday.
Going to get a couple estimates on replacing the deck. Wonder if I really want to know.
fifedog wrote:Wellll, that's that! Dale,Jr has just signed a 5 year contract with Hendrick Motorsports. No decision yet on the number (5,8,25) or sponsors (Bud,Kelloggs). At first it kinda turned my stomach, but watching the press conference, and seeing the relationship that Dale and Rick have, it kinda made sense.csxt30 - by posting that 5 Kelloggs rig, did you have a little insider info...?
At work now....
jaabat wrote:Maybe I'm part Amish. I don't have a computer or an ATM card.
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