Recovery in my yard is nearly complete. As I find more hidden tree damage my limb pile has grown to the size of an SUV. Two of m... moreRecovery in my yard is nearly complete. As I find more hidden tree damage my limb pile has grown to the size of an SUV. Two of my large Maples have no leaves above the 40 foot level. Removing one dangling branch near the back of the house pretty much destroyed my collection of misc. Pola building parts when it dropped. The parts that were just laying about on the back patio are now mostly broken parts.
But in the true spirit of recovery, most build it better rather than just rebuilding. The wall repair at Deep Cut passed the clearance test today so the plantings were put back. I was just about ready to throw away the old plywood bridge from Indian Hill when I realized it was only rotten at the ends. A quick pass over the chop saw and it makes a dandy temporary for "Bridge 5" With the bridge in place I couldn't help but add a piece of track. Then I just had to stage a hopper on the bridge for photos.
From the lower mainline track...
Drone shot...
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I have been playing with my TCS WOW steam decoder.
I can consistently read any CV that I have tried to read without any pr... more I have been playing with my TCS WOW steam decoder.
I can consistently read any CV that I have tried to read without any problem.
I am using my Revolution DCC system. Seems to work quite well.
Tom
glad to hear it, Eric, I have family going to the far island from there this week, they were concerned until looked at a map clo... moreglad to hear it, Eric, I have family going to the far island from there this week, they were concerned until looked at a map closely. Aloha my friend and hope nothing comes your way!
I suspect he is deep into barbecue this weekend. Remember his photo postings?...mean thing to do! His cooking is an ... moreI suspect he is deep into barbecue this weekend. Remember his photo postings?...mean thing to do! His cooking is an art!
Perhaps you were thinking of the data rate. Things are transmitted multiple times and with a fair amount of error checking. It w... morePerhaps you were thinking of the data rate. Things are transmitted multiple times and with a fair amount of error checking. It was designed long ago when electronics was not quite as sophisticated.
Nowadays, that "extra" just gives us more reliability with modern electronics decoding the signal, memory to keep going during interruptions, etc.
To all who Never came home, including a family member, Thank you is not enough for what you did for our freedom to enjoy our lit... moreTo all who Never came home, including a family member, Thank you is not enough for what you did for our freedom to enjoy our little hobby. Thanks to the video posts from Steve and Boomer. Prayers to the families of fallen soilders, and my Aunt Ruby for her son Bobby.
Looks great Boomer. Great to see you’re back up running. Next time I’m down I’ll give a call to se... moreLooks great Boomer. Great to see you’re back up running. Next time I’m down I’ll give a call to see in person. Ski just finished my K-27. Fantistic. Will bring the C-19 or the K down. Which K were you running? I like the sound. Have a nice weekend.
I kinda remember! I also remember your store with the indoor layout with real dirt and water, and the kids playing on a loop of ... moreI kinda remember! I also remember your store with the indoor layout with real dirt and water, and the kids playing on a loop of track outside in front.
I thought it was a monument to Summer Holidays Past. I think it should be celebrated as a memory of past Q's where Rooster... moreI thought it was a monument to Summer Holidays Past. I think it should be celebrated as a memory of past Q's where Rooster, I mean chicken, was on the menu.
My wife and I are getting our first ride on scale locomotive, so a few of the G scale engines have to go to foot the bill. ... moreMy wife and I are getting our first ride on scale locomotive, so a few of the G scale engines have to go to foot the bill. Up for sale is my LGB/Aster Frank S, lighted front lanterns, homemade chuff pipe to replace the smokebox mounted gunk tank(still have the tank and it can be reinstalled), runs excellent. asking $1000 plus shipping. Next up is a Roundhouse Bertie in splended Oxford blue. Has the upgraded crosshead guide/combination levers, chimney cap and the pressure gauge in the cab. The name plates have been removed from the saddle tank. I have the original box and instructions for this engine. Very little run time on the model, asking $700 plus shipping. Last up is a LGB NYC F7A diesel, currently has track pickups removed for onboard battery(does not come with any battery or rc system). But I have all the parts to restore track power operation. I can reinstall them or just put in zip lock bag and ship with model. Engine will have hook/loop couple... less
25 May, 2018 - Metamora, Michigan.
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Yesterday we arrived along the tracks of the Michigan Central Railroad's Detroit Yard on th... more25 May, 2018 - Metamora, Michigan.
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Yesterday we arrived along the tracks of the Michigan Central Railroad's Detroit Yard on the property of Bill and Giesla Hays. This is a great 1.5 inch railroad and is the site of the Memorial Weekend Operations.
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We got out of the heat of Southern Illinois and up to Michigan on Tuesday night. Tuesday and Wednesday nights were spent in the Grand Rapids area, as we had some maintenance done on our movable cabin. This was also the maiden voyage of our new self-propelled box trailer, to hall the 1.5 ride on equipment, that has been well disguised as a half ton pickup with a camper shell over the pickup bed. The first voyage of this portable storage device was successful in hauling our equipment over some very rough roads, trailing along the highway towed behind our portable cabin and everything was unloaded successfully at the Michigan Central.
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Plans are to be here until Monday and then move on to the Finger Lakes Live Steamers in upstate New York.
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I installed their smoke unit in a F-3 b unit . Did a thread on it here earlier . I ran it on a 12 volt battery and ... more I installed their smoke unit in a F-3 b unit . Did a thread on it here earlier . I ran it on a 12 volt battery and wired in a wireless on off switch . I had a lot of issues with it right from the start . It came with a defective fan (didn't work) but they did replace it free . The real problem was the resistor they installed would work for a little while and then blow the fuse . I'd take it apart , install another resistor , it would work a couple more times then blow the fuse (4 amp) again , and repeat . I did it four times . I called them and he said that these smoke units are designed for boats that have alot more "air flow" around them . The ceramic wire resistor originally used would literately crumble . I still was determined to use it in my locomotive so I ended up using a piece of resistor wire from a cheap hairdryer . I cut the wire shorter , a little at a time , in my dark basement , looking to have it as hot as possible without seeing a glow. I was concerned about any possibility of it st... less
I would think the last thing you need, with your new job and all, is a bombardment of fake accounts and spam and in... more I would think the last thing you need, with your new job and all, is a bombardment of fake accounts and spam and incomplete sign-ups. I would hope the least we can all do is show our appreciation by keeping our discussions civil so as not to add to your work.
Bruce Chandler said:
I prefer the "old" instructions... (just call me low tech)
This rock is the perfect weather indicator.&nbs... moreBruce Chandler said:
I prefer the "old" instructions... (just call me low tech)
This rock is the perfect weather indicator. It never fails and it is more accurate than your local weather person.
If the rock is wet, it's raining.
If the rock is swinging, the wind is blowing.
If the rock casts a shadow, the sun is shining.
If the rock does not cast a shadow and is not wet, the sky is cloudy.
If the rock is difficult to see, it is foggy.
If the rock is white, it is snowing.
If the rock is coated with ice, there is a frost.
If the ice is thick, it's a heavy frost.
If the rock is bouncing, there is an earthquake.
If the rock is under water, there is a flood.
If the rock is warm, it is sunny.
If the rock is missing, there was a tornado.
If the rock is wet and swinging violently, there is a hurricane.
If the rock can be felt but not seen, it is night time.
If the rock has white splats on it, watch out for birds.
If there are two rocks, stop drinking, you are drunk.
Got mine in West by god Virginia less
Yea, earned by anal behavior, but I dunno about the "hard" part. To those sort, the behavior is easy, its second nature. I had a... moreYea, earned by anal behavior, but I dunno about the "hard" part. To those sort, the behavior is easy, its second nature. I had a boss that I called "Little Howie", because he was so uninformed about the workings of the department he managed, the department I worked in. I soon gave up trying to explain to him why his latest "brilliant" idea would not work. He flat out told me that I would never be in field service. Well, I am coming up on my 25th year of field service, and I wonder what fast food establishment Howie is managing. ;) less
Almost ready to wire things back in. Smoke unit is plumbed. I have to put in a switch and fuse for the fan and smoker. I used sc... moreAlmost ready to wire things back in. Smoke unit is plumbed. I have to put in a switch and fuse for the fan and smoker. I used screen for the windows, instead of plastic, so the smoke unit would have plenty of air. The dragon head is sealed. I have not put hand rails back on yet, as I forgot them until I looked in the parts box and went "Oh, heck!"
