On topic
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A known long time S Scaler left the group. Sometimes they announce why, sometimes they do not. We have been way off topic for a while. That could have been why. Let¡¯s pull it back to be on track. Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Models.htm Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! See my layout progress at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout.htm Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL
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AM S 12
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Got my new American Models Baldwin S12 today. I had requested a undecorated model and inquired if they would paint it black. The model was painted black by AM. Now let me say this, I am a brass steam pro painter and to have someone else paint one of my models was really a second though. The paint job they did on this loco shell is grade A. Perfect finish, no dirt, drips or runs. Evenly covered and not over covered along with the finish being cured. I am so impressed with this factory paint job that I recommend to all of you that if you want colored unlettered rolling stock give them a call. And by the way it did not take much longer for me to get the loco than if they would not have painted it. The model it self runs so smooth on address 0 on a Digitrax layout. Yes, the darn LED is blue but it will be going away soon when I get the Soundtraxx Baldwin decoder. In the mean time I am going to start on Missouri Pacific diesel switcher decals. The brass hand rails cost me a little more than I thought they would have cost but they are very sharp. I have no regrets, they are well worth the extra cost. I know they will look good and hold up during my man handling of the loco in the future. I recommend them also. A was pleasantly surprise to find the Kadee 802 in with the model. I have been really unhappy with the fact that Kadee 802 couplers have doubled in cost in just the last decade. -- 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!
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S Scale Outside Clasp 70t CBC / B&LE Truckframes, 1 Pair ¡ª Bonsall Scale Carshops
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S Scale Outside Clasp 70t CBC / B&LE Truckframes, 1 Pair ¡ª Bonsall Scale Carshops https://www.bonsallscalecarshops.com/shop/p/s-scalecbc70t1p -- Ted Larson trainweb.org/mhrr/ -------- NASG.org -------- https://www.nasg.org/Clubs/RegionsMinnesota.php GN in 1965
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TRADE / SALE Offer
I have some SHS (AF) Freight/Diesel couplers available for TRADE . I will trade all the AF couplers seen in the first photo for TWO PAIR of SHS 70 Ton Friction Bearing Trucks (as seen in the second photo) with or without wheels. If all attempts to trade fail, I will SELL the couplers outright for $20 + $8 for postage cost. Contact me privately to arrange a deal.
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D&RGW M-67 Tender Doghouse (Multiple Scales) ¡ª Bonsall Scale Carshops
D&RGW M-67 Tender Doghouse (Multiple Scales) ¡ª Bonsall Scale Carshops https://www.bonsallscalecarshops.com/shop/p/drgw-doghouses -- Ted Larson trainweb.org/mhrr/ -------- NASG.org -------- https://www.nasg.org/Clubs/RegionsMinnesota.php GN in 1965
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steel coils
I had these on my eBay watch truly for years. I finally just bought them. They are nice. https://www.ebay.com/itm/313457083801 Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Models.htm Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! See my layout progress at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout.htm Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL
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Operations this Sunday
The Hennepin Overland Club is hosting operations this Sunday. it is a fun layout to visit and fun to run trains. -- Ken Zieska 1/64th Scale Modeler
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Mutt
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Fresh from the paint shop and working hard. -- 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!
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Q flats have been sold
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Both CB&Q flat car kits are spoken for. Jim King (828) 777-5619 jimking3@... www.smokymountainmodelworks.com -- Jim King http://smokymountainmodelworks.com
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Mutt (aka MP 2-8-0)
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My point in an earlier post. The other pioneer Omnicon was the Erie 4-6-0. I saw both of them in the display case at K-Val in Buffalo in the 1980's and vaguely thought about them. The list price wasn't bad¡ªsomewhat more than a comparable HO brass import, about the same as a similar O scale small steamer. Just as I noticed with appreciation some Oriental brass EMD switchers at a north Texas train show ca. 2004 but didn't act on that itch for another ten years or so. I still maintain that Charles Sandisfield didn't choose a really good prototype for the 4-6-0; my problem is not that it was Erie, but that it was not a very common Erie prototype, used mostly in commuter service, and all scrapped relatively early. There are LOTS of more attractive and typical 4-6-0's from which to choose. If not the V&T Baldwins (which PFM sold many runs of in HO), probably their A&LM more modern one would have been my suggestions. While I would not have necessarily picked the MP for the 2-8-0, it is a more characteristic mid-size representation. At least he started with smaller locomotives, which tend not to be made commercially as often as the big road engines. Some considerable discussion of the situation in the magazines a generation or two ago: consensus seemed to be that buyers want more locomotive for expensive purchases, but it costs almost as much in design and labor to make a small locomotive as an eight-coupled or articulated¡ªjust that there is an understandable mental resistance to paying nearly as much for a small locomotive as a big one. The matter is a pipe-dream now, as it is unlikely we shall ever see any more commercial brass steam in S scale. Jace Kahn
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Seeking AM plug door photo
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https://www.nasg.org/Gallery/reports/scale/cars/manuf_id/indexAmerican_Models2215.php also 2207 WP -- Thanks, Ted Larson Oldie; but goodie: Marriage advice from Red Green: If you are with your wife and she is having fun and you are not, you are still having more fun than if you are having fun and she is not. -- Ted Larson trainweb.org/mhrr/ -------- NASG.org -------- https://www.nasg.org/Clubs/RegionsMinnesota.php GN in 1965
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What drivers are these?
Start of a project from Duluth, MN. Are these drivers simply modified AF, or something else? Anyone interested in acquiring this loco? Tommy
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Wanted CN CDS dry transfers
Wanted: S-52 CNR flat cars S-279 CN 40' insulated boxcar S-269 CPR CPR International of Maine 40' PS-1 boxcar. Thanks for your attention.
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Paint for airbrushing
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Hello all, I have quite a few 3D Central cars to paint and I have not used an airbrush in 20+ years. I know that certain brands have gone out of business and one was what I used for airbrushing back in the early 80's. I want to stay away from non-water based paint. I cleaned out enough paint jars with my finger wrapped with a paper towel and soaked in Dio-Sol. No wonder I get headaches around people with strong perfume. I am looking for feedback on water based paint that can be used with a basic air brush. If there are spray paint options I am open to that as well. Thanks Michael Osweiler Waseca, MN
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Smoky Mtn flat car kits fire sale
I'm clearing out the last 2 flat car kits in inventory at a reduced price. Was $70 each, now $50 each, plus postage. Both are CB&Q 50-footers and include decals, Kadees, all detail parts, and instructions on mini-CD. No trucks. The (3) SAL flat car kits have been sold. Visit my page here: https://www.smokymountainmodelworks.com/S_flat_cars.html to see an image of the "Q" car. Contact me off-list to order. Jim King (828) 777-5619 jimking3@... www.smokymountainmodelworks.com -- Jim King http://smokymountainmodelworks.com
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Scalecoat Wash Away Paint Remover
I am not sure how or why but this is new Scalecoat stripper here. https://www.ebay.com/itm/116523934747 A new Scalecoat owner announced a reopening about a year ago that has not happened yet. Pages that were on Facebook were removed. Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Models.htm Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! See my layout progress at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout.htm Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL
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Code 100 flex track
I ZOOMED with Micro Engineering on Saturday. I can report that they will be making code 83 flex track very soon. They asked that I blast out if you are waiting for code 100 flex track order it NOW anyway. You will not be charged now. The backorder quantity will help determine production priority when the code 100 rail arrives this summer. Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy & PRSL in 1957 in S Scale since 1988 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! PRR Builders Photos Bought, Sold & Traded (Trading is MUCH preferred) http://www.lanestrains.com/PRRphotos.xls ***Join the PRR T&HS*** The other members are not ALL like me! http://www.prrths.com http://www.lanestrains.com/PRRTHS_Application.pdf Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL
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Off Topic.... Little Willie
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This has been taking some of my time. We have him for a week today¡¡ http://www.lanestrains.com/Willie_Lane.htm Thank You, Bill Lane Modeling the Mighty Pennsy, PRSL & Reading in 1957 in S Scale since 1987 See my finished models at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Models.htm Look at what has been made in PRR in S Scale! See my layout progress at: http://www.lanestrains.com/My_Layout.htm Join the Pennsylvania Reading Seashore Lines Historical Society It's FREE to join! http://www.prslhs.com Preserving The Memory Of The PRSL
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...Off topic...Little Willie
Cute little guy. You'll soon have enough for a team Jim Martin
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New Sn2 truck from Smoky Mtn Model Works
The latest Sn2 offering is now available for purchase. The Russel 36 inch wheelbase truck is a 1-piece, resin-printed item, including outside hung brake beams/shoes. A common archbar design used in logging roads dating to the early 1900s. Available with and without Kadee HOn3 wheelsets. Visit the entire Sn2 truck page here: https://www.smokymountainmodelworks.com/Sn2_trucks.html Jim King (828) 777-5619 jimking3@... www.smokymountainmodelworks.com -- Jim King http://smokymountainmodelworks.com
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