Hi Guys: Lots of work going on...Leapinlarry - I loved the NYC F-3 in front of the roundhouse, I love my 1952 NYC F-3 its my favorite engine, smooth, steady, and pulls anything I ask of it.. Odenville Bill - I am contemplating adding a second level to my layout so I appreciated the picture of your starting point, will be tracking any other photos you post. Gandydancer 1950 - really liked the pictures of Starkweather Ave.
My activity has not been near as satisfactory. My brand new CNJ RS-3 died right out of the box after traveling about 10 ft. I had waited for this engine for many months so this was a real downer. Well, after a phone call to Lionel I am pleased to say that they responded well and agreed it was covered by warranty and sent me shipping instructions and a shipping label to send it back. So...its on its way back to Lionel for repair (I hope).
By the way, anyone in our area going to the big train show in Plano, Tx both Sat/ Sun? I will be there on Sat and would love to meet 1:1 anyone of you folks who are there. Just look for a short, heavy, balding guy with the confused expression on his face 
Don
