Dan Padova posted:
John
So at what speed did you back off ? Obviously you live somewhere toward the left coast, where there's room to make such shots as yours. We here in the Northeast, have to watch trains between buildings.
I didn't shoot that video Dan, although wished I could have! In the videos description it states this train was departing after a brief stop at Tehachapi summit. The scenery looks like many places along the transcon though, across SoCal, Arizona and New Mexico.
John
Looking good everyone love the pics and videos. Here’s a video I shot today of my cars I’ve fixed
That looks excellent Lee!
John
The cars run great, Lee! Who made the Mobilgas tanker? It is great!
Patrick wow, What a great layout and thank you so much for sharing it with the rest of us!
Carl, your GN Project is looking good! One question is how do you plan on painting then and where do you find the color match?
Johan, wonderful job on the box car, just wondering how long does it take you do a car like that?
Lee D, Thanks, but I will let you know they have a mind of there own. If they don't want to do it, its not happening. You cant just tell a 70lb 1 foot high what to do LOL Lee nice little video, wonderful job on all the cars ! Then run nice and smooth!
John, I cant wait to see you turn that gold engine into a Silver& Red engine! I sure hope you will post pictures as you go along!
Cody, Looks like a lot of fun to me!
Gabdydancer1950, Wonderful video of your great layout, A pleasure to watch!
Brian (Briansilvermustang) I want to state it again I am so sorry for your Browns. They were looking so good, but we all know what happened!
Mark This gives your Stealers to catch up, they are looking good as I post this I hope you all the luck! The Seahawks did what they could do to help you out! LOL
Well as you all guessed no train room time, football in the morning, splitting wood afterwords, and an rundown body now. I really hope you all have a great night!
Tank is the perfect name for him, Mike! I never thought he is 70 pounds. Our foot high is only 32 pounds, but is difficult to move her too!
The Steelers do need to find Ben’s successor, even if he does play next year. Excellent opportunity for the young players.
I couldn't find any problems with my trusty OHM meter'.. I decided to check my AC power all the streetlights, and crossings. No problems. I now had about three hours in, and decided it was time fora coffee.
I returned, hit the DC pwr'. and to my surprise, the entire layout lit up'... definitely gremlins'... First time I ever experienced this problem. Very puzzling to say the least.
I finally managed to get in a few shots.
Click on the arrow'...
mike g: I'm using Scalecoat II GN EB green and orange through an airbrush. Also, I'm having custom decals made for the locomotives and for striping. The prototype used Dulux gold, though most models use a yellow shade. I have vintage Champ decals for the passenger cars that are dulux gold.
Biggest impetus for going forward is Christine Braden; a very talented painter who does a beautiful job painting vista domes, among other things--I tried many times to paint a LIONEL vista dome and the results were awful. She's doing the offset vista dome for this train and did two previously for me. If you've seen VistaDomeScott's Auto-Train, CVSR, and others, she did those. Very talented lady.
Shame on me for omitting a huge shout out to the helpful folks at the Great Northern Railway Historical Society who, among other things, pointed me to a couple of their publications that supplied detailed information on the GN EB, including paint diagrams, lettering diagrams, car names and numbers, etc.
Carl, I have seen many great painted models by Christine! She does excellent work!
Quarter Gauger 48 posted:
I returned, hit the DC pwr'. and to my surprise, the entire layout lit up'... definitely gremlins'... First time I ever experienced this problem. Very puzzling to say the least.
Did you have guests over during that period?
Several years ago when my buddies came over for a train night the WVRR was running great then a dead short appeared on one loop. A minute later it was running fine. Then a dead short manifested itself on another loop, but it also was fine after a couple minutes. All cars were on the tracks and this occurred at different times throughout the evening.
Finally, one of the guys confessed that he was putting, and removing a quarter from the tracks when my back was turned. He was good, no one else saw him do this and he held back giggling.
I still gotta find a way to get even!
John. Thanks for the complement of was fun today
Mark. That is a old revell Atlantis Middl has just re-released it go check them out
Mike. Now you know why the brits call those AC Mack “Bulldogs” they were tough and stubborn and never gave in
Brain. Not a browns fan but love the Patriots I maybe band from this thread now
Johan. Very nice pic and back ground as always you have go me in the mood to customize some flat cars with loads which I have none on the layout
Ted. Nice videos
Carl. nice loco looks expensive
Patrick. Just when I thought I’ve seen all of you layout you just keep surprising me great video and always enjoy them.
Thanks for all your likes and complements this weekend have a safe week. God Bless
Lee, I wondered! I just bought the kit a couple weeks ago. Yours looks great!
I've been busy all weekend! I am pleased with the upgrade to all O22 switches. There are still two that are not 100%. I put O gauge track on the North end but, I did not anticipate the height difference. I had to remove a large elevated section to modify the supports. There was much head scratching involved. I had everything together by 5PM. After a good meal, a pain pill, and a sugar free Monster, I was able to drag my longest, tallest, and widest cars everywhere. Next on the main line was (again) the 4501 and my passenger cars. While climbing the West end of Bald Rock Mountain I had severe traction issues. My #1055 Texas Special was called in to drag the track cleaning car. By the time the job was complete, it was time to retire to the big house. Tomorrow morning, one of my Grandsons will a try shooting a shotgun for the first time. I will put bird shot in a Mossberg pump and stand ready to comfort a bruised shoulder and ego. If he does well, I'll let him try a very short double barrel. Another fine day on the BRM railroad.
Johan, your weathering is fantastic. Please come to Alabama and do your magic to my switch engine.
Bill
mike g. posted:Patrick wow, What a great layout and thank you so much for sharing it with the rest of us!
Carl, your GN Project is looking good! One question is how do you plan on painting then and where do you find the color match?
Johan, wonderful job on the box car, just wondering how long does it take you do a car like that?
Lee D, Thanks, but I will let you know they have a mind of there own. If they don't want to do it, its not happening. You cant just tell a 70lb 1 foot high what to do LOL Lee nice little video, wonderful job on all the cars ! Then run nice and smooth!
John, I cant wait to see you turn that gold engine into a Silver& Red engine! I sure hope you will post pictures as you go along!
Cody, Looks like a lot of fun to me!
Gabdydancer1950, Wonderful video of your great layout, A pleasure to watch!
Brian (Briansilvermustang) I want to state it again I am so sorry for your Browns. They were looking so good, but we all know what happened!
Mark This gives your Stealers to catch up, they are looking good as I post this I hope you all the luck! The Seahawks did what they could do to help you out! LOL
Well as you all guessed no train room time, football in the morning, splitting wood afterwords, and an rundown body now. I really hope you all have a great night!
Mike. Thank you Sir. I think it's takes about 10-15 hours. Usually i like a build interior too, like a this car i build floor & load also. 🤝 Johan
lee drennen posted:John. Thanks for the complement of was fun today
Mark. That is a old revell Atlantis Middl has just re-released it go check them out
Mike. Now you know why the brits call those AC Mack “Bulldogs” they were tough and stubborn and never gave in
Brain. Not a browns fan but love the Patriots I maybe band from this thread now
Johan. Very nice pic and back ground as always you have go me in the mood to customize some flat cars with loads which I have none on the layout
Ted. Nice videos
Carl. nice loco looks expensive
Patrick. Just when I thought I’ve seen all of you layout you just keep surprising me great video and always enjoy them.
Thanks for all your likes and complements this weekend have a safe week. God Bless
Lee. Thank you. I am so glad to hear that. Please, can you post some pics when they are ready. 🤝
Johan
Odenville Bill posted:I've been busy all weekend! I am pleased with the upgrade to all O22 switches. There are still two that are not 100%. I put O gauge track on the North end but, I did not anticipate the height difference. I had to remove a large elevated section to modify the supports. There was much head scratching involved. I had everything together by 5PM. After a good meal, a pain pill, and a sugar free Monster, I was able to drag my longest, tallest, and widest cars everywhere. Next on the main line was (again) the 4501 and my passenger cars. While climbing the West end of Bald Rock Mountain I had severe traction issues. My #1055 Texas Special was called in to drag the track cleaning car. By the time the job was complete, it was time to retire to the big house. Tomorrow morning, one of my Grandsons will a try shooting a shotgun for the first time. I will put bird shot in a Mossberg pump and stand ready to comfort a bruised shoulder and ego. If he does well, I'll let him try a very short double barrel. Another fine day on the BRM railroad.
Johan, your weathering is fantastic. Please come to Alabama and do your magic to my switch engine.
Bill
Bill. Thank you. It's would be a super nice visit there and weathering your switcher engine. 🤝
Johan
jgtrh62 posted:Happy Sunday all, hope everyone had a great weekend! Haven't got much done with the layout lately but received this B40-8W Saturday and spend a few hours today making a couple soldering repairs to it.
Just have the front conductors side handrail to repair and convert the drives to P:48 then I can get it prepped and painted up as a Warbonnet. Hopefully when I'm done it will look sort of like on of these.
John
Nothing better than that “War Bonnet” paint scheme. The freight trains that go through Here in East Kingston NH travel at 30 mph, LOL 😆.
Mark, I agree Ben has done a fantastic job, but it might be time for him to retire while he is still in good standing with the fans!
Ted, I am glad that the gremlins didn't stick around long! Hope they don't return!
Carl, thank you for all the information. I was able to find a paint color chart from Scalecoat that has the BNSF orange that I have been looking for, They also have great instructions on painting prep. Thanks again for all the information!
Bill, I am glad you got everything running smooth! Track cleaning cars can do wonders, I still have to build one for my layout. As for your grandson, I sure hope he does well! I do recommend the ice packs at the ready! LOL
Johan, Thanks, One can tell you take your time. Every car you put up here is like a piece of ART and you are the fantastic artist! What wonderful work you do, thank you for sharing all of them with the rest of us!
Well guys, yesterday after the Seahawks win over the Browns the CEO and I went out to split and stack wood, When we got done the CEO decided that today would be a good day to take a break from wood splitting as she is alittle soar! LOL Being the great Husband I did not argue with her and said it would be nice if she had a day off to do her little projects. Best part is it gives me a free day for train room time. I am not sure what is on task, But I am sure I will find something to do if anything run trains! LOL
I hope everyone had a great weekend and have a wonderful Monday! Remember try to find time to have fun with your trains and your layout!
decoynh posted:jgtrh62 posted:Happy Sunday all, hope everyone had a great weekend! Haven't got much done with the layout lately but received this B40-8W Saturday and spend a few hours today making a couple soldering repairs to it.
Just have the front conductors side handrail to repair and convert the drives to P:48 then I can get it prepped and painted up as a Warbonnet. Hopefully when I'm done it will look sort of like on of these.
John
Nothing better than that “War Bonnet” paint scheme. The freight trains that go through Here in East Kingston NH travel at 30 mph, LOL 😆.
Decoy, that's a fantastic video! But unless my knowledge is way out of whack, that Santa Fe train can't be in New Hampshire.
THE JETS WIN!!!! and to beat the Cowboys makes it that much better.
To celebrate I bought a MTH LIRR RS-3 w/ PS-2. Love this paint scheme from the 50's. Can't wait to get it on the layout.
RSJB18 posted:THE JETS WIN!!!! and to beat the Cowboys makes it that much better.
To celebrate I bought a MTH LIRR RS-3 w/ PS-2. Love this paint scheme from the 50's. Can't wait to get it on the layout.
LOL Bob, that's one way to Celebrate! Sure beats mine! LOL
Wasn't all fun and games for me either yesterday Mike. I cut the grass, thatched, and seeded everything.
Been a long time since they won a game......looks like they found a solid QB though. If Daniel Jones pans out for the Giants it could be a bright future for NY football.
mike g: I ordered my Scalecoat II paint from Henning's over the phone; excellent customer service and they shipped charging actual first class package rate.
RSJB18 posted:THE JETS WIN!!!! and to beat the Cowboys makes it that much better.
To celebrate I bought a MTH LIRR RS-3 w/ PS-2. Love this paint scheme from the 50's. Can't wait to get it on the layout.
Nice, Bob, but I see a problem. You buy when they win... you buy when they lose - when do you start on the extension to the house???
Its either celebratory or consolatory Paul.....works either way 
One of the mine project is made a abandoned tank car. Some letters still a needed and after that more weathering.
mike g. posted:Mark, I agree Ben has done a fantastic job, but it might be time for him to retire while he is still in good standing with the fans!
Ted, I am glad that the gremlins didn't stick around long! Hope they don't return!
Carl, thank you for all the information. I was able to find a paint color chart from Scalecoat that has the BNSF orange that I have been looking for, They also have great instructions on painting prep. Thanks again for all the information!
Bill, I am glad you got everything running smooth! Track cleaning cars can do wonders, I still have to build one for my layout. As for your grandson, I sure hope he does well! I do recommend the ice packs at the ready! LOL
Johan, Thanks, One can tell you take your time. Every car you put up here is like a piece of ART and you are the fantastic artist! What wonderful work you do, thank you for sharing all of them with the rest of us!
Well guys, yesterday after the Seahawks win over the Browns the CEO and I went out to split and stack wood, When we got done the CEO decided that today would be a good day to take a break from wood splitting as she is alittle soar! LOL Being the great Husband I did not argue with her and said it would be nice if she had a day off to do her little projects. Best part is it gives me a free day for train room time. I am not sure what is on task, But I am sure I will find something to do if anything run trains! LOL
I hope everyone had a great weekend and have a wonderful Monday! Remember try to find time to have fun with your trains and your layout!
Mike. Thank you very much Sir. I really appreciate your kind words. 🙂🤝🙂
Johan
mike g. posted:Brian (Briansilvermustang) I want to state it again I am so sorry for your Browns. They were looking so good, but we all know what happened!
your guys just got lucky Mike...
RSJB18 posted:THE JETS WIN!!!! and to beat the Cowboys makes it that much better.
To celebrate I bought a MTH LIRR RS-3 w/ PS-2. Love this paint scheme from the 50's. Can't wait to get it on the layout.
I like it. On the LIRR , these colors was referred to as the Sweep Scheme which appeared initially on the Century 420 fleet the LIRR acquired starting in late 1963. Existing RS-3s and RS-1s were repainted into these colors. So you can make nice consists with cars still in the greys with dashing dans, Cars in Grey with the orange bands, Cars in the MTA platinum and blue, as well as the cars of numerous railroads which were in LIRRs parlor fleet, many of which ran in their former owners colors.
MTH has done the RS-1 in this scheme as well and Both RS-1 and RS-3 in the earlier Goodfellow Orange and Geys dating back to 1955.
enjoy your new loco. It is a nice model and a sweet runner in DCS.
@LIRR Steamer - thanks for the background info on the paint scheme. I thought that this was done by Lester Tichy. I have a Greenport Scoot set from K-line that will see some action with this loco when the local freights are not calling for power.
Bob
I did THIS
Bob
Worked on the farm area of the layout.
Wonder where Big Cletus gets his meats from?
BAR GP7 #63 posted:One of the mine project is made a abandoned tank car. Some letters still a needed and after that more weathering.
Great looking tanker
Mayor Magoo posted:Worked on the farm area of the layout.
Wonder where Big Cletus gets his meats from?
Steve
that is very nice love they barn
When using photos and material from other's website it would be proper to site the source(s) and credit. My material from this page: http://www.trainsarefun.com/lirr/tichy/tichy.htm for example. 
mike g. posted:RSJB18 posted:THE JETS WIN!!!! and to beat the Cowboys makes it that much better.
To celebrate I bought a MTH LIRR RS-3 w/ PS-2. Love this paint scheme from the 50's. Can't wait to get it on the layout.
LOL Bob, that's one way to Celebrate! Sure beats mine! LOL
Mike, Think how much a Jets Super Bowl victory will cos t Bob!! Congratulations Bob, on the victory and the super RS3! I love them!
Bob, I agree thatching and seeding is no fun! Wonderful job on the rewire of your little switcher! Runs smooth!
Carl, thanks for the link to Hennings trains!
Johan, great looking tanker! Your background looks just like where I live!
Brian, We are just good and Really good in the 4th Qtr~!
Steve, Great job on the farm scene!
Well today I did get some time in the train room today. I thought about cleaning, but when I got in there I just added to the mess already there! I worked on adding depth to the same corner by adding some foam to raise the houses that will sit up there, then plastered over that.
I then turned to the other corner on the same end of the layout where the mountain is going to be and started working on my tunnel walls. The one you see that is really tall will act at the outside wall of the lower track and the upper part will act as the inside wall for that track.
I just might get some time out there in the morning before I can start up the log splitter. I normally get up between 3:30-4
oAM so it gives me a few hours before I can start making noise! Here are a couple picture.
I hope you all had a great day and an even better tomorrow!
Mark Boyce posted:mike g. posted:RSJB18 posted:THE JETS WIN!!!! and to beat the Cowboys makes it that much better.
To celebrate I bought a MTH LIRR RS-3 w/ PS-2. Love this paint scheme from the 50's. Can't wait to get it on the layout.
LOL Bob, that's one way to Celebrate! Sure beats mine! LOL
Mike, Think how much a Jets Super Bowl victory will cos t Bob!! Congratulations Bob, on the victory and the super RS3! I love them!
Ok Mark, I need to pull you in! There is no way the Jets are even getting close to the Bowl that they call super! LOL If they do, I will do something special just for Bob!
Mike, Well maybe they will make it in 2035. LOL
Lionelski posted:Quarter Gauger 48 posted:
I returned, hit the DC pwr'. and to my surprise, the entire layout lit up'... definitely gremlins'... First time I ever experienced this problem. Very puzzling to say the least.
Did you have guests over during that period?
Several years ago when my buddies came over for a train night the WVRR was running great then a dead short appeared on one loop. A minute later it was running fine. Then a dead short manifested itself on another loop, but it also was fine after a couple minutes. All cars were on the tracks and this occurred at different times throughout the evening.
Finally, one of the guys confessed that he was putting, and removing a quarter from the tracks when my back was turned. He was good, no one else saw him do this and he held back giggling.
I still gotta find a way to get even!
No Ski, this was strictly a lighting problem un track related. There must be a wire touching something. With over 100 plus lights, it can be a little difficult to find exactly which one it is'...
That was a good prank your pal was pulling'... I know a few wise guys like that too'...
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