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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 7:44 PM
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 lionroar88 wrote:
Gonna be sometime in August or September at my new house Laz... moving in late June, need 1 month to get the house settled... 1 month to get the layout to train running condition... So late August/early September.  Then in October I have to build the new Christmas layout...

Gonna be lots and lots of trains for a long long time!

 

Hope you have lots and lots o beer to run dem trainsWink [;)]?

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Will be well stocked by then... maybe even have the bar area setup!  I'm thinking one of those mini fridges is in order for the train room....

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 7:42 PM
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 Buckeye Riveter wrote:

Why is it so hard for everyone to find Roger's Corners? Sigh [sigh]  Can't anyone read, anymore?  Confused [%-)]  We put up a big sign.  Banged Head [banghead]

According to Map Quest... Rogers Corners does not exist!  So I guess that makes you a figment of our collective imaginations?

Wink [;)]

but I foumd this when I googled it

Rogers Corner

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I used ask jevees and found a Rodgers Corner MICHIGANTongue [:P]

Is it far from Columbus like just out Broad or main street near Renyoldsburg???

Just wait till The Chief gets ahold of this one!  LOL!!!!  No Toilets and can only be found in Michigan... wonder if it is near Michigan Stadium a.k.a. The Toilet Bowl??

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Posted by CSXect on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 7:23 PM
 rtraincollector wrote:
 lionroar88 wrote:
 Buckeye Riveter wrote:

Why is it so hard for everyone to find Roger's Corners? Sigh [sigh]  Can't anyone read, anymore?  Confused [%-)]  We put up a big sign.  Banged Head [banghead]

According to Map Quest... Rogers Corners does not exist!  So I guess that makes you a figment of our collective imaginations?

Wink [;)]

but I foumd this when I googled it

Rogers Corner

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I used ask jevees and found a Rodgers Corner MICHIGANTongue [:P]

Is it far from Columbus like just out Broad or main street near Renyoldsburg???

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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 7:17 PM

I have been there several times. In fact, Buckeye took my picture next to the sign you see.

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Posted by laz 57 on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 7:15 PM

 lionroar88 wrote:
Gonna be sometime in August or September at my new house Laz... moving in late June, need 1 month to get the house settled... 1 month to get the layout to train running condition... So late August/early September.  Then in October I have to build the new Christmas layout...

Gonna be lots and lots of trains for a long long time!

 

Hope you have lots and lots o beer to run dem trainsWink [;)]?

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Posted by rtraincollector on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 7:10 PM
 lionroar88 wrote:
 Buckeye Riveter wrote:

Why is it so hard for everyone to find Roger's Corners? Sigh [sigh]  Can't anyone read, anymore?  Confused [%-)]  We put up a big sign.  Banged Head [banghead]

According to Map Quest... Rogers Corners does not exist!  So I guess that makes you a figment of our collective imaginations?

Wink [;)]

but I foumd this when I googled it

Rogers Corner

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 7:00 PM
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Why is it so hard for everyone to find Roger's Corners? Sigh [sigh]  Can't anyone read, anymore?  Confused [%-)]  We put up a big sign.  Banged Head [banghead]

According to Map Quest... Rogers Corners does not exist!  So I guess that makes you a figment of our collective imaginations?

Wink [;)]

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Posted by Buckeye Riveter on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 4:52 PM

Why is it so hard for everyone to find Roger's Corners? Sigh [sigh]  Can't anyone read, anymore?  Confused [%-)]  We put up a big sign.  Banged Head [banghead]

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Posted by CSXect on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 4:04 PM
I don't know why but I thought it was close to the Ohio riverSign - Oops [#oops] I am on the Southside of Columbus near Obetz.
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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:58 PM
Rogers Corner is in the center of OH, near their cesspool of a capital called the Ohio State University. Wink [;)]  Sorry Buckeye, couldn't resist.

It's near Columbus...
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Posted by CSXect on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:55 PM

I don't travel much lately, Never been to london ohio what is the name of that hobby shop? I am thinking about going to the Spring S spree in Hillard. The club that I sometimes belong to is hosting the all S scale and S gauge show. It is not cheap to register but everybody who makes S and sells s related product will be there and I think there will be at least 3 clubs with layouts there. My club COSG has a nice portable"modular" but fixed in size layout. The club from springfield(I think thats where they are from) has a truely modular layout and is very impressive.

Where is Rodgers cornner anyway? Is it anywhere near Portsmouth? A childhood friend and his family moved to Portsmouth many years ago.

 

 

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Posted by Brutus on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:53 PM

Reggie - congrats on the job!  Sounds like a class operation if they are paying for school and all!  God bless. I've got a Bud Light in the fridge if you pass through St. Louis.  Same goes for any of you guys.  My layout is pretty small and sparse, but we're learning as we go.  There is a cool Museum of Transportation near here you guys might like, plus lots of trains downtown behind where I work etc.

Went to the zoo today on a field trip with my daughter.  We barely had time to see any animals, though.  We did get to see the little train they run through the zoo - it's a 4-2-4 and made to look like sort of a 10 Wheeler or General.  Maybe when I retire in a million years, I can get a job there as a conductor?

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:51 PM
Gonna be sometime in August or September at my new house Laz... moving in late June, need 1 month to get the house settled... 1 month to get the layout to train running condition... So late August/early September.  Then in October I have to build the new Christmas layout...

Gonna be lots and lots of trains for a long long time!
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Posted by Buckeye Riveter on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:23 PM
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Buckeye, did you ever get the OSU billboard and water tank? Have not been to M&S trains for awhile.

I only purchased the OSU National Champions billboard with the 20?? upgrade.  I think Wes purchased the water tower.   Sometime you need to head to Roger's Corners and run the trains.  Wait until we have better weather so you can see the ones outside.

Have you ever been to the store near London, Ohio? 

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Posted by laz 57 on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:19 PM

CONGA REGGIE, did you say beer?  Me and my BEAR will be there?  WHERE?

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Posted by dwiemer on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:13 PM

CSX, Kentucky did a Elk transfere/reintroduction program several years ago.  It has been a success to a large degree.  Tennessee also was starting it when the whole CWD thing started and both states have stopped for the time being.  I don't believe the Carolinas have even started the program.  As to diabetes, as Lisa stated, see a specialist.  An endocrinologist is the one to see.  It is important to get it under control....lots of issues that can be avoided with good care.  You are on the young side, so you don't want to let it damage your systems this early. 

Good Luck,

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Posted by CSXect on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 3:03 PM

Reggie,

Way to go with the Job driving truck. I also have a job although it is a temp. part time job.

It will look good on my Resume and may even lead to more work if they have the need for it. The Best part is I only work 3 days a week for 4 hours.Big Smile [:D]

Buckeye, did you ever get the OSU billboard and water tank? Have not been to M&S trains for awhile.

Chief do you have Elk in your area? In eastern Kentucky where mom is from they are being over run with deer and elk.Shock [:O]

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Posted by Nick12DMC on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 2:34 PM

Hi all,

Had a job in London today (near Hampton Court), left at 6am took us 4hrs to travel the 110 miles there! M25 nightmareGrumpy [|(] installed a secton of steam pipe and a control valve, job done in under a hour. Then drive home had late breakfast at the Ace Cafe on the North circular. If you ever get the chance to check out the Ace I reccomend it. Its a biker/classic car hang out par excellence where the "Ton-Up" boys used to hang out in the 50's and 60's.

Bought a 100th anniversary Lionel wall clock from ebay. It arrived today, will be perfect for the new Gamesroom (Once its built of courseWink [;)]). Charlie (my son) and the FIL love it but my Wife thinks I have lost the plot when she heard the chimes... Big Smile [:D]

John B, I always remember a neighbour of my American Granfather complaning about the damage moles were doing to his lawn. Grandad was trying hard to keep a straight face, when the chap finished his winge, Grandad replied "Just be thankful its not Gators!" (He lived in Florida for a time and they used to lay on his lawn!)Smile,Wink, & Grin [swg]

Hope you all had a good day 

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 2:28 PM
Dennis,
Yes I have thought of the transfer table option.  Not sure if I like that one though...

I need to think on this a bit because I plan on scratch building the roundhouse, so I am not really constrained and I don't have any long engines... need to review the bowser site again...

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Posted by dwiemer on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 2:05 PM

Reggie, congratulations!!!!!!!!! I didn't even get to praying more than once for your situation.  I will keep you and your family in my prayers while you get started in your new job.

88, have you thought of using a transfere table?  May be the right fix for your space.  In the "Animations" book the author uses a transfere table he made with the engine holding tracks hidden under a level with a city scene. 

Tomorrow, Wed. the 28th, on the History channel, Modern Marvels is on Freight Trains.  I believe it is 9:30 Eastern.  If the kids allow me, I will be watching.

Have a great day everyone.

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Posted by thatboy37 on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 12:20 PM

 lionroar88 wrote:
Sounds good Reggie... but if we have beer Laz's bear may smell it and come a wonderin... so we may have to invite Laz too... that 800lb bear can cause a real ruccous!

 

if he does come a wondering. i have a tool thats spits out little hot metal things that he want like and it might tame him if you know what i mean. so i think he will be ok. he want cause that much trouble if any at all. so warn the bear to be nice at all times while he's around the trains.

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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 12:17 PM

Reggie.....Congratulations. Keep on truckin' !!!!!!!!

Chiefie....Rocks are better than than soggy Cream of Wheat in the head.

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 12:05 PM
Sounds good Reggie... but if we have beer Laz's bear may smell it and come a wonderin... so we may have to invite Laz too... that 800lb bear can cause a real ruccous!

Fife,
Yeah I've been doing some travelling and getting some ideas... hate to scrap the turntable, but I think the 3 ft aisle is going to be a bit tight...

I was planning on the false fronts, going to make it look a little like the Conway Yard in Conway, PA... at least that is the plan... had also thought about the coal ramp (on the last siding)... hmmm....
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Posted by Jumijo on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 11:58 AM

Congratulations, Reggie!!!! I knew something good would happen for you!

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Posted by Buckeye Riveter on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 11:56 AM
Congratulations Reggie!!  Did you know Schneider is a big player in inter-model transportation?  You may see some real big rail yards. 

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 11:39 AM
Congrats Reggie.  Great news.  Lowe's installer has finished.  Now have fancy storm door with security latches and deadbolt. 

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Posted by thatboy37 on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 11:22 AM
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Reggie,
You are free to stop by my place anytime... as long as you are delivering lumber for the layout, trains for the layout, or scenery for the layout, or if you want to stop by and assist with construction... after that anytime to run trains will be fine by me!  May have a hard time finding a place to park the truck though...

Congrats!!!!

Brent

 

thanks for the invite. i have alot of spare wood from the houses that i collected it from for my layout. if i come that way i will let you know. what you need to tellme is how much you are looking for, and the sizes you need. how about i just bring some trains to run like my acella which has never been run and a 12 pack of corona for me and whatever brand 12 pack you drink. then we just sit back and relax and enjoy the wonderful hobby that we both so love. let me know what you think about that

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Posted by fifedog on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 11:19 AM
88 - first off, I really like that last plan.  That being said, you need to decide between the roundhouse and some of your industries.  You just don't have the real estate.  If you go take a look at the MARYLAND MIDLAND engine shop at Union Bridge, you might get an idea or two.  A simple two stall engine facility with a service track for sanding, water, etc. would give you room for your oil facility on the same section (lots of switching - lots of interest).  Take some inspiration from Frank53 in using false fronts for a backdrop in that area.  Then you'll have 2 towns for a point-to-point style layout.  I always thought the MTH passenger station was pretty similar to the WM Union Bridge station, don't you think?  You have a lot of railroad in your present "back yard".  You have to pass the lumber yard right outside Westminster every day, and that is serviced by rail.  Wayne Feeds is in Detour. Go explore some.
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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 10:34 AM

Reggie,
You are free to stop by my place anytime... as long as you are delivering lumber for the layout, trains for the layout, or scenery for the layout, or if you want to stop by and assist with construction... after that anytime to run trains will be fine by me!  May have a hard time finding a place to park the truck though...

Congrats!!!!

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 10:30 AM

Fife,
I have the following accessories:

Oil Field
Operating Oil Derrick
Operating Oil Pump
Diesel re-fueling station
Barrel Loader
Gantry Crane
Milk Car
Coral Car (cows)
GE Generator Car with Search Light
Road Crew
Water Tank (steamer)
Water Tank (blinking light on top)

Want to get:
Coal Loader
Coal Dump Cars
Fisherman on peir - K-Line
Construction Dump Truck- K-Line
Construction Front-end loader - K-Line by Lionel
Hobo Campfire (building my own with Artista figures)

Thinking about:
Log Loader
Sawmill
Log dump cars

I'm getting the MTH Passenger Station with platforms, and I have 4 Lionel Passenger Platforms.  Was going to put the station inside the lower right loop and the platforms between the inner loop and the leg coming in from the left.  A town would fill the void inside the inner loop, with a couple removable panels to get to the rear track.

The Gantry Crane I was going to put in the yard in the closest siding.  Or put the GC on the 4th siding, and the barrell loader on the 1st.

The placement of the accessories is the hard part... The scenery can be modeled around them...

I removed the inner-most loop on the lower right loop, this allowed me to extend both inner loops a bit...



really need the RR-Track software so I can place the accessories to see if I have enough spacing between the tracks and other scenery...

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