Oh, Oops… this’un was supposed to follow the small collection just above. In my excitement of getting the 2354P out of the Service Yard, I forgot to share the one that rolled out prior.
Get a load of this Lash Up!!
(more details in description.)
Hope Y’all enjoy the clips… & are having a Wonderful Weekend!
And…
We now have power back to the Outer Loop.
That’s what I’m talking bout!!
An Entire New Regime of Power is about to Reign Down Terror from FRV...
Let The Siege Begin!!!
(I know, it’s not Postwar Lionel, as my thread states. Which I’ve shared plenty of other on here already. It’s my layout, it’s my trains, & all these will fit in absolutely perfect w/ the rest of my Space/ Military items. And most of All, I love being able to share my love of trains w/ Everyone here! Whether You’re just here to look, share communication together, or someone needing some help w/ something err other. I am appreciative of it All!! And I Thank Each of You for taking your time to visit FVR!)
~Eli 
“We have Your Town Surrounded…
Resistance is Futile!!!”
One of those trucks stopped by, again…
And as of moments ago, I am now The Proud Owner of this Fine Passenger Car. Been looking for this one, & now I have an Absolutely Complete New York Central Empire State Express Set, including its PT Tender.
Whooo Whoooo!!
Chooo Choooo!!!
🚂💕💨💕💨💕💨
For pics of the rest of this beautiful set, see links of prior posts below photos. ⬇️
(I’d made a posting inquiring about if anyone had these cars available for purchase. Might any of you kind folk tell me how to delete it? I’ve tried to figure it out, but to no avail. Be great to have some assistance w/ this, Thanks!)
~Eli
Here are the links to the rest of this Beautiful Set:
I have kept from boring Y’all w/ the goings on over yonder...
For those that do show interest, here’s the latest update from The Working Railroad of Flint Rock Valley. 
Oops, forgot to add these in there…
Of course I didn’t use the Torch! 😆
A few pics of a fresh cut curved section w/ a cutoff wheel on a grinder. Left rail has been filed & de-burred. 
Here’s where that curved track section will live, during my lifetime.
I like your style Eli! Just line them all up at once for the repair/clean up. I think its a lot more efficient that way. Always enjoy your posts. Best, dave
tyle Eli!
No one really ever shares the underside of their Layout & their Wiring…
I am Proud to say/ show/ n’ share that mine is fairly organized & strapped down. During the time I have taken working under here it has been a priority from day one that it’s keep neat & clean (as is possible for layout wiring). I plan on labeling it all, but that’s a job for another day.
Sunday was a Big Success!
All twelve switch wires have been ran to the Control Panel. The two UCS sections have been wired & ran to the backside of the control/ display cabinet. And as much wire as I had on hand was able to run four of the some odd block powered sections wire to behind the cabinet. All wires are labeled accordingly. Next up is to grab a few more rolls of wire so I can finish up the track/s power. Things are coming along great round here.
The Iron is Hot!
Got the rest of the track soldered up yesterday. 
Got it all up & running last night...
Next up is to wire the Toggles, wire the Accessories, & wiring the Illuminated On/Off Block Powered Toggles per Sidings.
Pretty Sweet!!
Today’s pics for Your Enjoyment! 
Little did I know that later in life I’d own not one but Two of the Engines like the one on my Moving Picture...
I sure love this thing!
I’d love to hear what y’all think about the newly built track section of FRV… ??? 🤔
That layout is neat! I really like all the accessories you have. It reminds me of what my dream layout would have looked like when I was a kid if my parents were rich. It will be great to see everything up and running when everything gets wired.
-Greg
Your layout is absolutely spectacular, top to bottom (underside). This is how I do O gauge. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for sharing!
Howdy Folks!
Here’s the latest update from FRV…
(for more info see clips description)
@Flint Rock Valley posted:The Iron is Hot!
Got the rest of the track soldered up yesterday.
Eli, love seeing your Postwar 022 switches. That's what I opted for on my switching layout, and those switches on my layout have been reliable, repairable, affordable and, IMO, look great. Arnold
A Sneak Preview of the latest work @ FRV…
All Toggles are Lit,
All Switches are Fully Functional,
AND, now this front half of the newly laid track has operational Block Signals per said Switch.
Like an Intricate Puzzle ~
All the Pieces are coming Together! 
Fresh off the rails from
the Service Yard of FRV…
We’ve got an Outstanding Crew at the Service Yard of FRV…
Their turnaround time for things that roll through their yard is amazing!
Step by Step Process on this fun addition to any layout.
(One down, Two to go…)
I am done working on this for the moment. Still a couple things to get labeled, like the new UCS controls & three of the center throws. Other than that… things are looking good!
For lots more from FRV: follow along on my fb page, ig, or on the tube.
Thanks for Watching!
And Happy Railroading, Y'all!!!
FRV’s New Outer Loop Rail System
Due to lack of phone storage I am unable to put these together at the moment, so if’n ya want the Full Effect watch’em BOTH…
Hope Y’all Enjoy!
# 1 of 2
# 2 of 2
(I am going to try to upload the GoPro clip raw on the next post. Not sure if it’ll be viewable in the 360 format… we’ll see.)
I don’t think uploading this 360 view clip is viewable in the 360 format available on this page. Soooo… here’s a link to the post of it on my fb page- which it IS viewable in 360 Mode.
***Most likely only viewable in 360 Mode if viewed via your mobile device.***
Hope Y’all Enjoy!
~Eli
Apparently, the link takes you to the web browser fb. Of which the clip is not viewable in 360 Mode. So on that note, you can check it out on your fb app on your mobile device by either pasting the link into the search bar, & or by typing in “Outer Loop Rail System” (# 2 of 2).
Or simply go to my fb page & it’s currently the latest post.
Thanks for Watching, Y’all!
In video #1 from 10/09/2022, in the upper right you have a rotary beacon that appears to rotate at a constant speed for the entire video. What is your secret? I have one that pretty much does what it wants to (if it wants to). I have tried different voltages, manipulating the feelers, graphite dry lubricant, yet it always seems to get stuck. Thanks ! Cool layout by the way.
@BatTrain posted:In video #1 from 10/09/2022, in the upper right you have a rotary beacon that appears to rotate at a constant speed for the entire video.
It's a 494, as opposed to the mode commonly found 394. Instead of the 394 dimpled bulb and hood with a pin, the 494 uses the same rotating base as the 3520 Rotating Searchlight Car and same same type of "Vibrotor" as that car. Earlier in the video when it's stationary you can see the slots on the rotating base. But I didn't need to see it really, you said it worked, so it had to be a 494. ; )
Bill
@BatTrain: Yes, as Bill has stated it is 494 vibrator coil activated Beacon. Which replaced the 394 in 1954.
This particular item came along w/ “the large collection”, & is untouched by me (& just to mention: the vast majority of said collection was/ is in Very Good, to Excellent, to Like New condition. So having said that, it’s of no surprise that this beacon works like new.).
Now, for the potential tweaking of your beacon (assuming it is a 494): I have mine connected to dial power. I haven’t looked where I last set it at, but if I were to guess the voltage would be set around 10-12v, maybe even lower. If hooking yours up to dial power doesn’t help subside it’s stubbornness, then you may want to consider replacing it’s rubber fingered washer/ driving washer & adhesive washer. And if that doesn’t whip it into shape, the vibrator coil may indeed be faulty & need replacement as well.
One more thing to check, is that your center post base & ground terminal clips are secure, then perhaps the wiring to the coil itself.
Hope this helps you out, Sir.
And, Thanks so much for your compliment!!
This Herd of Engines & Cars heard about the new Rail System @ FRV & all came rolling down together from Michigan. They’ll no longer have to spend any more cold winter seasons up yonder, & live out their days comfortably here in The Beautiful Hill Country of Central Texas.
I’d already had the powered 8759 & the non powered 8758 here w/ me from the same seller. So got them out to go w/ their photo shoot.
Hope Y’all enjoy the pics!
~Eli 
And of course, I had to immediately reorganize the Postwar Lionel Space/ Military Glass Display Case… 
Very nice!
-Eric Siegel
The New Rail System bout to be get’n Tamped Down round here.
Gotta prep those Tracks long before those BIG Wigs roll through in their Fancy Railcar for A thorough Inspection!
Everybody’s waiting on one last Employee before “The BIG Meeting” & Track Inspection begins…
Last Car in a series of preparations for The Grand Opening of FRV’s New Track System. Y’all come on down & celebrate w/ us for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
All The Gang is Here…
Let The Grand Opening Celebration commence!!! ✂️🎗
Ribbon Cutting Party
Everyone showed up for The BIG Meeting & Grand Opening Celebration!
Shortly after the meeting All the Crew hit the rails for one last Track Inspection.
The guys in their fancy railcar gave the crew thumbs up & nods of Approval as they rolled away…
Then the Celebration began!
Hope Y’all enjoy clip!
Happy Railroading!!!
I sure do love your collection and operating layout. How many of your army cars were built by Menard's?
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