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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, June 2, 2007 6:31 PM

Well i may not eat well but i got it...isnt that sweet...50 bucks......its a railking holiday express steam frieght set 2-8-0 loco...its never bee opened all the way....i took the foam out from around the wheelss..has loco sounds.. thing is sweet..i will take pics...comes with x mas bulbs for the tree..and a walkman so you can listen to the provided tape...pretty cool...man i am tired now...

 

i will get pics of all my loot later today..i was very lucky...

 

and to top it all off...my gf uncle lives with us his elevator dont quite go to the top ( not making fun of him) but today i showed him all the o and ho stuff and guess what..he pulls two old foot lockers out of his room..opens them up and they are full of ol post war lionel stuff....all this right under my nose....

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Posted by rtraincollector on Saturday, June 2, 2007 6:10 PM
Zeke ifits new and works fine its worth it the engine alone probally is worth it

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Posted by fifedog on Saturday, June 2, 2007 6:06 PM

Chief - Good luck and Happy B-Day [bday]

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Saturday, June 2, 2007 5:57 PM

Dr. John, she is on our prayer list.  BTW: anything from fife is not good.  Even his good luck wishes. Shock [:O]

RAIN IS ON THE WAY.  Big Smile [:D]  Will say one Yank is fair.  Had a birthday surprise when I got to Miss Edna's.  Thanks Jimbo.

Raleigh Train Fan, don't faint but your Berk is in lots of peices.  steve and Jerry are really cleaning her up.  Corrosion was bad but not too bad.  That model used smoke pills [on the lamp] that were corrosive.  They are real impressed she is not damaged.  She is in great hands.

Later.  

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, June 2, 2007 5:38 PM
 rtraincollector wrote:
 zeke wrote:

yard sale score

i found a train yard sale..mostly ho but i bought a ton of good new stuff for a price so low i cant believe it......

but hee reason i write this is because the guy has a mth rail king o gauge christmass set and  only wants 50 bucks for it..

brand new never ran..its beautiful...but i couldnt afford it....this is a brand new train..if anyone is interested lmk..i can still get it i think....the loco is diecast and plays sounds and smoke and its a 2 8 2 i think thats what it said..just thought id heads up you all..comes with fast track and transformer

 

I'm short on cash also or would be all over that Zeke oh well

so its worth it..i mean its brand new...never ran

 

someone tell me quick please...cuz i got the dough now...not real sure id use a christmas train but if i resold it would i make my money back ?

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Posted by rtraincollector on Saturday, June 2, 2007 5:25 PM
 zeke wrote:

yard sale score

i found a train yard sale..mostly ho but i bought a ton of good new stuff for a price so low i cant believe it......

but hee reason i write this is because the guy has a mth rail king o gauge christmass set and  only wants 50 bucks for it..

brand new never ran..its beautiful...but i couldnt afford it....this is a brand new train..if anyone is interested lmk..i can still get it i think....the loco is diecast and plays sounds and smoke and its a 2 8 2 i think thats what it said..just thought id heads up you all..comes with fast track and transformer

 

I'm short on cash also or would be all over that Zeke oh well

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Posted by rtraincollector on Saturday, June 2, 2007 5:25 PM

Okay you 1688 collectors. I have a pic for you

 

Penn Liberty running at 80 mph

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, June 2, 2007 4:43 PM

yard sale score

i found a train yard sale..mostly ho but i bought a ton of good new stuff for a price so low i cant believe it......

but hee reason i write this is because the guy has a mth rail king o gauge christmass set and  only wants 50 bucks for it..

brand new never ran..its beautiful...but i couldnt afford it....this is a brand new train..if anyone is interested lmk..i can still get it i think....the loco is diecast and plays sounds and smoke and its a 2 8 2 i think thats what it said..just thought id heads up you all..comes with fast track and transformer

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Posted by rtraincollector on Saturday, June 2, 2007 4:18 PM

Zeke I want to go to your yard sales thats a navy switcher nice haul for $.25 I bet it was supose to be $25.00 but some one priced it wrong .

well heres the joke of the day

 

The head Greenie Tree Hugging Lady Activist, who was responsible for

getting horses banned from National Parks and State Forests, was

climbing a big tree to have a look out over the forestry when a Tawny

Frogmouth Owl attacked her for invading its nesting site.

 

In a panic to make her escape, she slid down the tree, getting many

splinters in the crotch of her designer shorts. In considerable pain

she hurried to the nearest Doctor, told him she was an

environmentalist, and how she got all the splinters.

 

The Doctor listened with great patience and then told her to go into

the examining room and he would see if he could help her.

 

She waited for three hours before the Doctor reappeared. The angry

woman demanded: "What took you so long?"

 

He smiled and then told her: "Well, I had to get permits from the

Environmental Protection Agency, the Forestry Service, National Parks

and Wildlife Service, Rural Fire Service, and Conservation and Land

Management, before I could remove "Old Growth Timber" from a

recreational area... I am sorry but they turned me down."

 

 

 

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Posted by Brutus on Saturday, June 2, 2007 3:25 PM

Dr John - Good news, prayers remain on high alert as per Roy's directive.

Good buy, Zeke - it's a deisel industrial loco or switcher, I'm sure someone has all the data for you.

Chief - so, you didn't like "St. Louis Style" pizza?  Unless it was IMO's pizza, it wasn't really St. Louis PIzza.  Most places call their thin crust pizza around here St. Louis style.  I personally just like regular pizza, like Pizza Hut or a local place called Bartenolis.  IMO's is okay, but not my favorite - it's like eating a soggy cracker covered in stuff that really should taste better than this....!

Let me know next time you are at Bass Pro in St. Charles.  They might have one open here in Arnold in the recently Blighted then TIF'd area, which will be a big collection of stores and restaurants.  NOw, if you come to Arnold and don't shoot me an email, I'll have to come to your house and make you eat an entire IMO's pizza!!!!

RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.

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Posted by jefelectric on Saturday, June 2, 2007 3:20 PM

Zeke, That is one of those little blue thingies.

Spent the morning at PRR days at the PA RR Museum.  They had the repainted, interior, GG1 back on display.  Took a lot of pics including interior of the E44 & GP9.  Bought a few books.  Several modular layouts on display One O gauge, 2 HO and one N.  About a dozen vendors set up in the big hall between the tracks.  Worth the trip.  Will post some pics on Sunday if I get time.

Take care,

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, June 2, 2007 12:57 PM

morning all...just got back from yard sales....i have to say i am begining to like them...i picked this lil guy up for .25 today...not sure what it is yet...but i do know it works...needs lubed and all but works...

 

 

on my way to the auto parts place in hopes to get a new fuel filter and pump...just gonna put them in ...been sitting along time...why not.....and clean the lines..hopefully thats my problem..like others have mentioned...

then i have to go wash the saab... Car Wash

 

got 3 ppl interested  

 

 

well have a great day everyone....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 







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Posted by wrmcclellan on Saturday, June 2, 2007 12:02 PM

Good morning all!

Chief - as the mayor pro-tem of Rosyville - looks like it is about time to pass that ban on using gas BBQ grills inside one's home Wink [;)]

Dr. John - That is great news. We will keep the prayer level on "high."

Jim A - lol!

Got another great rain last night. Perfect timing. The new sod has been laid in the back yard. Looks great (compared to what it looked like before). They still need to finish the front.

Have a great day all!

Regards, Roy

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Posted by fifedog on Saturday, June 2, 2007 12:01 PM

Dr John - First of all, good luck with the Mrs.  Second, good luck selling the Cadi (glad to see you have your priorities strait Wink [;)]).

sir james - Uhhhh bud, let's see someone about that chest,okay?

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Posted by sir james I on Saturday, June 2, 2007 10:23 AM

Dr. John,  Good news from a Dr.'s office IS always good. Stuffy here have a/c on 78 may have to lower it, hard to breath someone is sitting on my chest. I received two ebay parcels this week,took advantage of all those that didn't watch their bids last weekend. I haven't been to the train store since last week, need a fix. everyone enjoy the weekend,  Mi. Jim

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Posted by Dr. John on Saturday, June 2, 2007 9:59 AM

Morning, all! Overcast this a.m. but not as smoky. Chance of rain today - praying we get some.

Well, the visit to the cardiologist in Birmingham went well. They did a few more tests on my wife. They've ruled out any problems with the heart except the Brugata syndrome. Also said since she has never shown any symptoms thus far at her age, may not need defibrillator. To determine this, we'll go up in a couple of weeks for an EP test, much like a heart catherization. If she develops an irregular heart rythm during the test, they'll put in the defibrillator, if she does not, then she doesn't get a defibrillator and no worries. Thanks for everyone's prayers and kind words. We should know when she's scheduled for test the first part of the week. Smile [:)]

Got to clean up old '90 Caddy and put up for sale. She's running great, just needs some detailing and she'll be a great ride for someone (with the $$$!) I hate to sell her, but need the room for a layout in the garage! Wink [;)]

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Posted by fifedog on Saturday, June 2, 2007 9:33 AM

CHIEF - pick your poison:

WRAL has CSX with a minor coal train derailment in Smithfield...

WAVY has NS with a major derailment in Suffolk...

...either way, bad week to be on a coal drag in NC.

The good news, did you know that NORFOLK SOUTHERN turned 25 yesterday?

...and Altoona Shops just rolled out NS #4271 yesterday.

By the way, if you are close to Smithfield, have you ever been trackside at SELMA?

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Saturday, June 2, 2007 9:27 AM
Great attack there, Dennis.  Now we know what brings the New England Yank out of the "CLOSET". Whistling [:-^]Laugh [(-D]  Car passed inspection and it is fixed. Big Smile [:D]  Later

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Posted by Jumijo on Saturday, June 2, 2007 9:00 AM

I'm watching you, Weimer! You sind winding varmint! The libary is still open and we don't get RFD tv here in the civilized part of America! We have cable. I'm watching you, fella! You F3 thieving pirate!Pirate [oX)]

Jim (at the library)

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Posted by dwiemer on Saturday, June 2, 2007 8:49 AM

Morning y'all,  we actually had RAIN!  just enough to make the dog mad, but it did put the smoke down a little in that visibility is up to 1.5 miles.  I would tell the NE yank that they have a good show on NE railroads in steam on RFD-TV, but since he is posting and the library is closed, that means he is at work and not at home.  Is a great show, even if they are NH, VT, and MEC railroads.  They even had a break down train working a wreck.  Was neat to see.

Was supposed to do a case today, but had to switch to tomorrow.  I hate having to miss church.  Anyway, some friends of the family are taking a pastor's position in Florida, so I will be helping load the moving truck.  Hope I don't break my back.

They are opening a model railroad exhibit at the local museum which also has several full size pieces to check out.  The exhibit goes through till September which is good as it doesn't look like I will be getting there today.  For those familiar with it, this is the same layout they had in Atlanta-Hartsfield Airport.  I am not sure if it is O or Ho, but from the photos in the paper, it has great scenery.

Hope everyone has a great day.

dennis

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Posted by Jumijo on Saturday, June 2, 2007 8:23 AM

Good morning everyone! Guess where I am! I just found out that the library will not be open weekends for the summah starting June 16. Ain't that a kick in the head?!

I repainted a K-Line Pacific yesterday in my driveway. Came out great! Will decal and add a real coal load to tender next.

We had our last Brownie scouts meeting of the year last night. That's overwith for a few months!

I see that the annual Red Sox swoon has begun.

Have a nice weekend! See you bright and early Monday morning!

Hey Chief, say hello to miss Edna for me. Nice lady...

Jim

 

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Saturday, June 2, 2007 7:28 AM

Morning lady and gentlemen.  You too, fifeDOG.  News from Roseyville.  Two houses burned in very nice neighborhood [Villages of Rolesville] and another damaged.  After 6PM yesterday, I was watering my grapevines when the fire alarm went off and fire trucks went by.  The main entrance to the subdivision is in sight of my back fence.  Saw trucks zipping down the street.  Looked up and over the trees was this big BLACK smoke.  Per the occupants, they heard an explosion and the whole back of the house was in flame.  They bailed out.  It burned ans set the neighboring house on fire.  It burned and damaged the house nest to it.  The horses pulling the two man hand pumper were over come by heat and the chief was quoted saying that they needed bigger buckets [this was for the YANKS].  NO, Roseyville has 8 trucks [big fire dept] and neighboring towns arrived so about 25 fire trucks were on the scene.  First house was fully engulfed when the arrrived.  News tickertape on loacal channel says that a "coal train" has derailed near Smithfield NC [not far away].  My guess it is a CSX but NS crosses there too.  Smithfield is split by the dual CSX tracks that run from NY to FL.  Said no danger and no injuries.

Off to get car inspected.  Probably go to Miss Edna's after that.

Have a great day. 

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Posted by fifedog on Saturday, June 2, 2007 7:12 AM

Mornin' boys. Mornin' Chief. Way to go on the squash & zucchini. Good luck on the cucumbers.

Bakeer - after a 1/2 dozen FOSTER'S I suffer the same symptoms...

Weatherman indicates the smokey condition down south should be eased...do let us know down there.

All have a good day.

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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Saturday, June 2, 2007 6:44 AM

Good Morning from Blueberryhill....

It is a sunny 68 degrees. Ground is still wet from the rain last night. Going up to 88 today, with a chance of an afternoon shower. Grass is going to start growing again.

Today, I have a few chores to do around the yard. Better do it this morning. I may run trains for awhile, later if the weather gets bad. This is a busy month. Wife has foot surgery scheduled for the 28th, now. This is the third try. She'll be able to walk, afterwards, but with care.

Next week, is bridge painting. Hope the weather is good for it.

Dining Car is here and full. Time for breakfast.

Y'all have a great Saturday.

Chuck

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, June 2, 2007 1:57 AM

 

evening all.....set out to buy paint today but never made it....instead i was detoured helping this elderly woman get her car fixed...it broke down on I-5 and she was stranded in 100 deg heat and nobody had stopped..so i did...after a quick evaul and finding out nobody ahd stopped in 45 min of her breakdown.....i determined her alternator went out and so i took her and helped her get one and then i put it on for her.....she tried to offer me cash and i nicely refused...it just felt good to help someone out...dont see this much anymore...it bothers me that ppl dont stop anymore....you  see it often sadly...

 

so today was productive in a way....

 I also tried grits for the first time every and wow.....why would anyone eat that stuff...

well im bushed..heat tore me up...gonna toss back a cpl           

         and watch     

 

 

stay out of trouble ...

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by John Bakeer on Friday, June 1, 2007 11:09 PM
0500BST in a warm Stockport, got up at 0430 to take a leak and fell over, looks like recurrance of an ear infection to the alimentary canal. Oh dear! If the drops and pills don't work PDQ? I'm going to miss Ilkley!Sigh [sigh]

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Friday, June 1, 2007 11:07 PM

Evening [almost morning].  Been reclinerizing.  St. Louis?  Yes.  Several times.  Well, airport and across the river to St. Charles.  BPS in in shopping center to the right of interstate and turn left off of a main street.  Stayed at the extended stay back across the river in industrial park.  Great wings place in sports bar in shopping center where BPS is.  Sorriest pizza is in a strip mall near the motel in industrial park.  Called it St. Louis style.  No outer crust so topping just slid off and it was square too.

Nissan is fixed.  57 miles and no light.  Off to the inspection garage up the street in Roseyville tomorrow morning first thing.  Pond looking good too.  Watered all afternoon.  Planted more tomatoes and peppers.  Got a basket full of squash and zucc.  Got first cucumbers. 

Good night.

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Posted by Brutus on Friday, June 1, 2007 10:16 PM

Buckeye - no Chief in St. Louis, or at least he never admitted it.  We have a Non Smoking Waffle House with GRITS too....  You'd think that would draw him out of the upstairs trainroom!

Great pic of the rock, I've seen that in emails before, but this is a new pic.

CLoudy and spot storms, but cooled off this afternoon.  Went to Culvers for dinner -- YMMM Butterburger!  Dinner [dinner]

Jefelectric, it's a good thing I don't have any close train stores like you guys have or I'd be broke.  Closest one is 1/2 hour and has only a couple aisles of trains total with maybe 1/2 aisle of O gauge.  There's a better one in Kirkwood, but I don't get over there much and they are mostly HO and N gauge.

Nick - Is your Delorean powered by Mr. Fusion?  Does it have a Flux Capacitor?  Enquiring minds want to know!

BTW:  If any of you guys are looking to buy some dvds, deepdiscount.com is having a 20 percent off sale, which is 20 percent off their usualy lower prices, plus free shipping and handling.  Code = SUPERSALE.  It ends 6/16, just FYI.

Have a great trip, Doug (guess I was too late)!

RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.

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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, June 1, 2007 9:45 PM

Brent,

         That problem has been there since we bought the car in 2001 when it had about 45,000 miles on it.  Ford didn't want to change the EGR valve, and nobody wants to try it now.  Have to take headers down to get to it (97 Probe GT).  It has Mazda's KLDE 2.5L V6 in it. It is still running great with 186,670 miles on it, so I am not overly concerned. 

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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, June 1, 2007 7:28 PM

zeke,
you have mail... check your email...

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