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Re: For Sale, various cars and parts

 

4 of the BN hoppers are sold. The remaining 2 are tentatively spoken for pending payment.
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The CN hopper, 70/100 ton trucks, joint bars, tie plates, and possibly 5 couplers are still available.
Re: Custom Decal Recommendations Needed

 

No problem,

Brookes Stover is the guy who recommended?PDC to me ...I have been using PDC ever since,,,,Billy is so easy to work with!!!!

Ed

On Fri, May 2, 2025 at 10:25?AM pscandura via <pascandura=[email protected]> wrote:
Thanks Ed. I've also received several recommendations "off list". Thanks to everyone for helping out.
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Phil Scandura
Flagstaff AZ
Re: Custom Decal Recommendations Needed

 

Thanks Ed. I've also received several recommendations "off list". Thanks to everyone for helping out.
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Phil Scandura
Flagstaff AZ
Re: plastic sheet

 

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The building is a O Scale Korber trolley barn. I have had it for many years. As shown in this photo is the bare white plastic. The pieces are painted now. I use Tru Color TCP157 Soo Lines off white. If you have seen in my YouTubes that is what I have used on my other places of concrete. Just the natural dust in my basement and layout use will make it less than perfect. With the exception of the 2 pieces touching the outer walls I am not currently planning on attaching them. Just letting them float. Makes them removable to clean the track if needed

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Track is code 100. I made the PRSL sign years ago on my printer to change from the Erie logo. A new sign is planned that will be 3D.

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Thank You,

Bill Lane

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Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987

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See my finished models at:

http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Models.htm

Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale!

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See my layout progress at:

http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout.htm

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Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society

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Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL

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Re: plastic sheet

 

Looks great Bill.
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What code rail are you using there?? Is that the 138 or something smaller?
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Bill
Philadelphia

On 05/01/2025 8:37 PM EDT Bill Lane via groups.io <bill@...> wrote:
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Ben sort of goofed that the plastic sheet I referenced on eBay and bought looked like the same white plastic sheets that you would see on the bathroom wall of an old dive bar. Well, after using it I am almost sure Ben is right! This material is a bit thinner than what I have seen to be used in said dive bar bathrooms…… I think there was some large drops leftover from a job someplace that someone cut up and started selling.

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It does not matter to me it worked for what I needed it for. I have the pieces painted now (Tru Color Soo Line Off? White) to knock the shine off and look more like concrete. So far just enough of the rail sticks up to run on but I have not final tested with powered locos yet.

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Good enough.

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Thank You,
Bill Lane

Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987

See my finished models at:

Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale!

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See my layout progress at:



Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society
It's FREE to join!??
Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL

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Railmaster a few RS2 / RS3 kits coming up

 

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Folks I am getting another lot of diesels etc cast now, and will include just a few Rs2 / Rs3’s in it, as we have not done these versions for many years now. Had a few inquiries for them about 12 months ago but could not get them done then. OK, it will be just a very short run that won’t be repeated. So let’s know PRONTO if you want one! Price US $399 incl mech (plus postage). Regards John@...

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Re: S vs HO

 

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Yes,
My build has many more MP details than the HO model. For example, turret cover, correct direction cab roof hatches and high tender light to mention a just a few.?

Mike S

On May 1, 2025, at 9:47 PM, Tom Lennon via groups.io <milepost169@...> wrote:

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Mike,
Did yours start with the Overland import?
Tommy

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Mike Swederska
Meramec Valley Lines
Modeling Mopac equipment in 3/16
https://www.youtube.com/@mikesscale3149

Don't let perfection get in the way of good enough! Keep model railroading fun!
Re: S vs HO

 

Mike,
Did yours start with the Overland import?
Tommy
S vs HO

 

Here are some photos of an HO loco I just delivered to a client. This model has 16 heavly modified scratch made details to make this basic USRA store bought brass model Missouri Pacific. Even the decals are custom made down to the correct builders plate.?

My S scale build of this model is sitting next to it. The client who is a major brass collector in the US assured me that this is the only model of this loco in HO. ?Also until someone can prove me wrong mine is the only one in S scale
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Mike Swederska
Meramec Valley Lines
Modeling Mopac equipment in 3/16
https://www.youtube.com/@mikesscale3149

Don't let perfection get in the way of good enough! Keep model railroading fun!
Re: plastic sheet

 

Neat building!? Who was the maker?? I like the sign too!

Bill Winans
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It does not matter to me it worked for what I needed it for. I have the pieces painted now (Tru Color Soo Line Off? White) to knock the shine off and look more like concrete. So far just enough of the rail sticks up to run on but I have not final tested with powered locos yet.

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Good enough.

Bill Lane
Re: For Sale, various cars and parts

 

Hello,
? ?I sent you a private reply a few days ago to this post but I never received a response from you.? I was interested in getting two of your BN hoppers if you still have any available.? Please contact me back at henley31c@...? Thank you for your time.
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Regards,
David Henley
Re: plastic sheet

 

Nice effect. ?
— Dave McBrayer?
Auburn, CA
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On Thu, May 1, 2025 at 17:38 Bill Lane via <bill=[email protected]> wrote:

Ben sort of goofed that the plastic sheet I referenced on eBay and bought looked like the same white plastic sheets that you would see on the bathroom wall of an old dive bar. Well, after using it I am almost sure Ben is right! This material is a bit thinner than what I have seen to be used in said dive bar bathrooms…… I think there was some large drops leftover from a job someplace that someone cut up and started selling.

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It does not matter to me it worked for what I needed it for. I have the pieces painted now (Tru Color Soo Line Off? White) to knock the shine off and look more like concrete. So far just enough of the rail sticks up to run on but I have not final tested with powered locos yet.

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Good enough.

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Thank You,
Bill Lane

Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987

See my finished models at:

Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale!

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See my layout progress at:



Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society
It's FREE to join!??
Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL

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Dave McBrayer
Auburn, CA?
Re: plastic sheet

 

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Ben sort of goofed that the plastic sheet I referenced on eBay and bought looked like the same white plastic sheets that you would see on the bathroom wall of an old dive bar. Well, after using it I am almost sure Ben is right! This material is a bit thinner than what I have seen to be used in said dive bar bathrooms…… I think there was some large drops leftover from a job someplace that someone cut up and started selling.

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It does not matter to me it worked for what I needed it for. I have the pieces painted now (Tru Color Soo Line Off? White) to knock the shine off and look more like concrete. So far just enough of the rail sticks up to run on but I have not final tested with powered locos yet.

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Good enough.

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Thank You,
Bill Lane

Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987

See my finished models at:

Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale!

?

See my layout progress at:



Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society
It's FREE to join!??
Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL

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Model Train Storage Cabinet........(for sale)

 
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Gents.........
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Today's offering is for a custom made (by me and train buddy Earl) storage cabinet with perfect measurements for S scale trains of all kinds except narrow gauge.? With minor modifications, the Sn3 or On3 or O folks could probably make it work for them.? High quality plywood with moveable shelves, handles, clips for op session cards, foam bumpers in back, etc.? I call it a "minimum footprint staging yard" and that describes its purpose and function very well.?
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Footprint is 20" x 36".? Height is 49".? Space between shelves is 5-1/2" .? ?Holds 112? 40-foot? S scale cars.
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Too big to be shipped.? Must pick it up in Los Altos, CA.? Not fragile.? SUV, van or pickup will work.
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Make me smile with your best reasonable offer.? When I show my teeth, hop in your vehicle and come get it.
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Thanks.................Smiling Ed L.
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Ed Loizeaux
Los Altos, CA
Re: Custom Decal Recommendations Needed

 

Phil,?
Contact Billy at Precision Design Company!!

He is in Canada but ships from a US post office
Great to work with and fair prices!

Google his company for the website!!

Ed Sauers

On Thu, May 1, 2025 at 10:50?AM pscandura via <pascandura=[email protected]> wrote:
Good morning.
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I have need of a reputable, reliable, and affordable decal print house. I'm asking for your recommendations, both positive ("I love this company") and negative ("Stay away from them"). I have designed several sheets of decals for both my personal layout and custom projects. I've done some looking on the web and am surprised by the print cost ($40 per sheet!). I don't need them designed, just printed!
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And please don't say, "Buy your own printer, decal sheets, and make your own." I've done that in the past, with very mixed results, and don't want to fool with it anymore. I'm spending my time designing them, let someone else who knows their stuff print them.
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Thanks!
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Phil Scandura
Flagstaff, AZ
Custom Decal Recommendations Needed

 

Good morning.
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I have need of a reputable, reliable, and affordable decal print house. I'm asking for your recommendations, both positive ("I love this company") and negative ("Stay away from them"). I have designed several sheets of decals for both my personal layout and custom projects. I've done some looking on the web and am surprised by the print cost ($40 per sheet!). I don't need them designed, just printed!
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And please don't say, "Buy your own printer, decal sheets, and make your own." I've done that in the past, with very mixed results, and don't want to fool with it anymore. I'm spending my time designing them, let someone else who knows their stuff print them.
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Thanks!
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Phil Scandura
Flagstaff, AZ
Re: Iron Rail & Downs

 

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Chuck

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Cars recently bought are marked as Added 4-29-25. Sunoco to BASF.

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They are my first Iron Rail tank cars. I got a wrecked tank car on flat previously

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Thank You,
Bill Lane

Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987

See my finished models at:

Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale!

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See my layout progress at:



Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society
It's FREE to join!??
Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL

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Railgon

 

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I made a new mini page for my Railgons

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Thank You,
Bill Lane

Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987

See my finished models at:

Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale!

?

See my layout progress at:



Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society
It's FREE to join!??
Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL

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Re: For Sale, various cars and parts

 

Just checking,? interested in two of the BN Covered Hoppers.? Do you still have any?
Charles
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contact off line? cwwill@hotmail,com
Charles Williams
Re: plastic sheet

 

I just checked the Home Depot site.? If you want something 1/16" thick, and at least the size quoted here, Home Depot seems to cost more.
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