@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:Mike, for the Greyhound sign, you can get a 2 blinking red&blue 5MM LEDs from Evan Designs. The sign will look good. 1 bulb on top, 1 on the bottom.....
Take a look at their site. great stuff, nice folks, and a forum sponsor as well....
Ted, I was talking about the Miller sign that someone bought for the roof!
One my layout I' building an Army train to remind me of those crazy days. I've got basically everything I need except for a Gamma Goat. I would love to find a 1/48 -1/50 Goat to strap down on a flat car. In fact 2 would be preferable. I had one assigned to me back in the early 80's when I was in, so I have love/hate memories. I don't build models, but if anyone one finds a couple nice looking ones, please hit me up! Thx!
Mike G. You are welcome for the pictures.
Coach Joe. I wish I can remember when I bought them. I came across them accidentally while playing on the internet. They are approx 1:43, so they may not fit the Lionel 3 level auto track
Mike, do you have the power source for it? a 4.5 volt power supply. Miller, sells them without the signs if you need onw'....
Ted, I dont even know if the sign works. I will have to try and check it out!
I'd like to see someone resurrect the Dimestore series. I have several and think they were put there just so I could remember when there were many similar to them sold in Woolworths and other stores. Usually about a nickel or ten cents.
Mike, sorry you didn't sell the bus station, but happy to hear you'll be using it on the layout! My station is a favorite of mine on the layout...I'll keep my eyes out for any deals on buses. A while ago, I came across two Scenicruiser's on the big auction site and bid with you in mind. I went in low and another bidder came in and bought both at asking price.
Like Ted, we all probably had nicknames as kids growing up in the '50's and 60's...in today's environment, such fun things in life are not PC! For now, I'll keep my nickname between my wife and myself...lol
@Forty Rod posted:I'd like to see someone resurrect the Dimestore series. I have several and think they were put there just so I could remember when there were many similar to them sold in Woolworths and other stores. Usually about a nickel or ten cents.
I have a complete set of these, never used in their boxes. you are right, very nostalgic. One day I'll clean a spot to tak pics and post them here.
@JDFonz posted:Alright, here are the after pics...
Bravo, sir!!!! You are a true artist!
Okay so here's the latest addition. Like I really need more cars and trucks for what will eventually be my layout but for $1.98 at Wallmart I couldn't leave it there.
It's a Maisto 1/43 2017 Chevy Colorado. I bought more for the utility body than the 4x4 truck. I thought I could use the body on another truck, but seeing as how it's a model of a Colorado I don't think it would work on any of my full size pick-ups. I don't know if I'll detail the interior but I may throw some contractor tools and materials in the bed and on the rack. I've still got the '53 Ford Crestline I need to spruce up.
WOW, that is a cool truck'... Joe'... Well worth a buck 98'... That body should fit on a flat bed.....
Thanks Randy! 👍 Well Coach, let’s see what you come up with.
Morning Guys, I hope you are all doing well!
Paul, very nice bus scene and it must be a busy day as I see all the bus parking is full! Thanks for keeping an eye out, I check around now and then, but I just don't want to spend an arm and leg for one! LOL
Joe, sweet I must have missed it , I walk down the toy isle every time we go. You never know what you are going to find!
Well guys I wish I has something for you today, but I don't. Maybe later!
I picked these Lionelville vehicle sets from the LCCA as they were originally issued... eventually they will find their way on to various spots on the layout. LCCA did a really nice job with these 1/43 “retro” vehicles. I wonder if they are planning any more sets (@GG1GUYY)???
Set #1
Set #2
Set #3
@Apples55 posted:I picked these Lionelville vehicle sets from the LCCA as they were originally issued... eventually they will find their way on to various spots on the layout. LCCA did a really nice job with these 1/43 “retro” vehicles. I wonder if they are planning any more sets (@GG1GUYY)???
Set #1
Set #2
Set #3
Nice acquisition, those are way too cool! Thx for sharing them!
Boy Ted, I really like that ‘49 Ford. Nice catch.
Yup Ted, it’s a sweet ride, somewhere I have a Dinky ‘49 Ford. I think I painted it blue too.
@Apples55 posted:I picked these Lionelville vehicle sets from the LCCA as they were originally issued... eventually they will find their way on to various spots on the layout. LCCA did a really nice job with these 1/43 “retro” vehicles. I wonder if they are planning any more sets (@GG1GUYY)???
Set #1
Set #2
Set #3
I really like these. I was able to get set three, and I'm on the lookout for 1 & 2. Question though. Isn't set 3 smaller, i.e. another scale? In your pics, the 1st 2 set appear to be more "1/43" than the third, in relation to the building pictured.
@JimJohnson posted:I really like these. I was able to get set three, and I'm on the lookout for 1 & 2. Question though. Isn't set 3 smaller, i.e. another scale? In your pics, the 1st 2 set appear to be more "1/43" than the third, in relation to the building pictured.
I like that Mack R mixer
@JimJohnson posted:I really like these. I was able to get set three, and I'm on the lookout for 1 & 2. Question though. Isn't set 3 smaller, i.e. another scale? In your pics, the 1st 2 set appear to be more "1/43" than the third, in relation to the building pictured.
Now you’ve gone and done it, Jim!!! Based on your observation, I just went down and opened them all up again. Set #1 indicates on the three individual boxes and on the bottoms of each car that they are 1/43. Neither Set #2 nor Set #3 have any scale info on the boxes or cars. I guess I’ll have to be careful about their eventual placement on the layout so that they don’t look too out of place!!! Based on Set #1, I just assumed that all were 1/43 - maybe a wrong assumption.
@lee drennen posted:I like that Mack R mixer
The mixer is nice, Lee. It is also the biggest of all three sets. I’ll have to consider adding a construction site to the layout eventually.
Great classic cars, Ted.
Paul, I don’t know about sets 1 and 2, but the vehicles in set #3 look exactly like the purported 1/48 scale vehicles from Menards. I have two of those vehicles, the straight job, and the panel truck in REA’s schemes.
@Artie-DL&W posted:Great classic cars, Ted.
Paul, I don’t know about sets 1 and 2, but the vehicles in set #3 look exactly like the purported 1/48 scale vehicles from Menards. I have two of those vehicles, the straight job, and the panel truck in REA’s schemes.
Ding-ding-ding!!! I think we have a winner. I have a slightly different version of the second Menard’s vehicle you pictured and it is identical in almost every respect to one of the Set #3 cars. As I remember, you are correct - the cars were advertised as 1/48.
@Apples55 posted:Now you’ve gone and done it, Jim!!! Based on your observation, I just went down and opened them all up again. Set #1 indicates on the three individual boxes and on the bottoms of each car that they are 1/43. Neither Set #2 nor Set #3 have any scale info on the boxes or cars. I guess I’ll have to be careful about their eventual placement on the layout so that they don’t look too out of place!!! Based on Set #1, I just assumed that all were 1/43 - maybe a wrong assumption.
The mixer is nice, Lee. It is also the biggest of all three sets. I’ll have to consider adding a construction site to the layout eventually.
I have set #3, and when placed next to 1/43 vehicles, they do look odd. I'd still like to collect sets 1 & 2 though.
Finally got a day where the humidity is reasonable for painting. This will be the Army Air Forces tanker. I still have to assemble and paint the cab, which will be lettered for REA.
@Forty Rod posted:The first car I remember clearly was my dad's 49 Ford Tudor coupe in sea foam green. He waited for a long time for that car (bought it new from the dealer who lived across the street), but I heard him telling the guy one day, "Junior, you couldn't run fast enough to ever sell me another Ford", and he never owned another one.
I bought one in 1966 from another soldier in Okinawa. It was like yours, but I think the blue was darker. For its age it was a mighty fine car. It had over 100,000 miles on it when I got transferred and sold it.
Ours was a '51 sedan with a similar body style in light green (not sure if it was called "sea foam" or not). I picked up this 1/43 scale model in the background.
That is Seamist green. Here is a site with every car, truck, color, including the mixing formula to achieve the color'... Lots of info'...
Artie, the tanker looks great! I cant wait to see the finished product!
Richie, Nice 51,but I really like the Vett! LOL
Thanks, Mike. It’s supposed to rain over the next couple of days, so I’ll wait to gloss coat it for decals. Meanwhile, I’ll work on the cab build.
@Artie-DL&W posted:Thanks, Mike. It’s supposed to rain over the next couple of days, so I’ll wait to gloss coat it for decals. Meanwhile, I’ll work on the cab build.
Thats funny, its been raining here for days on end and its spose to be dry tomorrow!
Let’s try to stay on the title thread guys
I picked up a '49 Ford Coupe from a gent on this site awhile back. It's great but it's black or Navy blue and I haven't found time to paint it yet.
@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:Lee, congratulations on becoming a forum moderator'... Keep up the great work...👍😁
Not a moderator Ted just trying to keep the Moderators from deleting My thread because some people think this is a Coffee Shop type thread to post everything besides the topic at hand.
@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:Was at the fishing village of Galilee, RI today and found this beauty parked in the lot at Georges Restaurant. Also established in 1949. Later talking to the owner, he informed me everything is completely stock and restored to the exact factory specs. Looks even better in person'...
A few hours later, this 1955 Oldsmobile Ninety Eight Starfire, pulled in. Another real pristine beauty. Just look at the length of the rear quarter panel..
Nice place to be for you at that time Ted .
Thanks for the photos 🤓
The lines on that '49 take me back to the '60s when I had a green '51 with less than 20,000 miles . 239 cu. in. flat head V8 , whopping 110 hp , vacuum operated windshield wipers , oil bath air filter , cloth bench seats and some really deep digging rear end gears............. miss that old gal.
@Artie-DL&W posted:Finally got a day where the humidity is reasonable for painting. This will be the Army Air Forces tanker. I still have to assemble and paint the cab, which will be lettered for REA.
Looks good Artie
@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:Lee, congratulations on becoming a forum moderator'... Keep up the great work...👍😁
Well, you know better than to go off of the topic's intent. This is not a real car forum. Your reaction to Lee's well meaning request that folks stay on topic was not in the spirit of the subject of this thread.
@Apples55 posted:Now you’ve gone and done it, Jim!!! Based on your observation, I just went down and opened them all up again. Set #1 indicates on the three individual boxes and on the bottoms of each car that they are 1/43. Neither Set #2 nor Set #3 have any scale info on the boxes or cars. I guess I’ll have to be careful about their eventual placement on the layout so that they don’t look too out of place!!! Based on Set #1, I just assumed that all were 1/43 - maybe a wrong assumption.
The mixer is nice, Lee. It is also the biggest of all three sets. I’ll have to consider adding a construction site to the layout eventually.
Paul I never knew you could get the Mixer as a Lionel version
@JDFonz posted:Ok Fellows,
you know the routine by now. I post a couple Dinky “before” pics, and then show my restoration. I kept this one pretty simple. A Dinky Austin Somerset, another one year wonder. That being 1953. The only thing really customized on this one is the jewel headlight installation. An outside photo may make that show up better.
joel
JD I’ve been thinking about these Dinky cars you restored and I think they would look great on a Traditional O27 Lionel layout with the old tubular track. I might have to start hunting. Keep those restorations coming we all enjoy them.
@Forty Rod posted:I'd like to see someone resurrect the Dimestore series. I have several and think they were put there just so I could remember when there were many similar to them sold in Woolworths and other stores. Usually about a nickel or ten cents.
Tom. I like those too. When I get to my Lionel Traditional layout started I’m going to have some of them on it what I’ve picked up so far. I didn’t know they made the Ice Cream truck thanks for sharing
@coach joe posted:Okay so here's the latest addition. Like I really need more cars and trucks for what will eventually be my layout but for $1.98 at Wallmart I couldn't leave it there.
It's a Maisto 1/43 2017 Chevy Colorado. I bought more for the utility body than the 4x4 truck. I thought I could use the body on another truck, but seeing as how it's a model of a Colorado I don't think it would work on any of my full size pick-ups. I don't know if I'll detail the interior but I may throw some contractor tools and materials in the bed and on the rack. I've still got the '53 Ford Crestline I need to spruce up.
Nice truck coach.The bed looks nice
Boy, that’s just great Lee, now I’ll be bidding against you too! 😁
You know I’m kidding Lee. That is exactly what I’m doing with my layout. I’m slowly replacing the Ertls, etc. One of these days I’m going to throw those cars up for sale, and keep the Dinky’s for the layout.
Joel
@JDFonz posted:Boy, that’s just great Lee, now I’ll be bidding against you too! 😁
I’ll give you the right away lol
@JDFonz posted:You know I’m kidding Lee. That is exactly what I’m doing with my layout. I’m slowly replacing the Ertls, etc. One of these days I’m going to throw those cars up for sale, and keep the Dinky’s for the layout.
Joel
I know you are make sure you keep us posted when doing that.
@lee drennen posted:Paul I never knew you could get the Mixer as a Lionel version
I think the mixer and Mack box truck look like the trucks Kline was selling, chrome wheels and all. Maybe the LCCA put out that set during the K-Line by Lionel period.
@coach joe posted:I think the mixer and Mack box truck look like the trucks Kline was selling, chrome wheels and all. Maybe the LCCA put out that set during the K-Line by Lionel period.
No, Joe... the LCCA issued these like 2017 - 2019, long after K-line. Of course, it is possible that they used a K-line example as a guide and possibly used the same company to produce them.
@lee drennen posted:Paul I never knew you could get the Mixer as a Lionel version
Frankly, neither did I, Lee. I opened the first set when it arrived, but the other two, I just put the boxes on the shelf and didn’t open till the other day to contribute to your wonderful thread!!!
I decided to compare the panel van from Set #2 with the REA van the LCCA put out a couple of years ago, and they are identical except for the decoration. On the bottom of the REA version there is a mark “No. 0143”. While not definitive, I think that may indicate that Set #2 is also 1/43.
The LCCA did an REA panel van that mirrors the panel van in the Lionelville Set #2...
And finally, an unmarked Menards entry - I got a fleet of these trucks when I purchased a few of their flatcars a few years ago. When compared to the REA van (which I am assuming is 1/43), it seems to be similarly sized.
@Apples55 posted:No, Joe... the LCCA issued these like 2017 - 2019, long after K-line. Of course, it is possible that they used a K-line example as a guide and possibly used the same company to produce them.
Paul I didn't realize these LCCA sets were so recent, it seemed like the first set has been around much longer than 4 years. Maybe Lionel produced some similar vehicles to the ones in the first set and those are what I was thinking of.
Scored on a few diecast vehicles last weekend at the train show in Spokane. I really love the food truck, I think it'll fit in well on my Xmas village. I needed a hearse for my Halloween village so the GMC panel truck turned out good with a paint job and a small piece of wire for the scroll on the side. I thought the convertible Cadillac was cool because it actually had the top up. And no Halloween village is complete without Christine. 
Hello Christine !
Artie, The wife and I went to Hobby Lobby yester day and seen the same tanker model for $19,I almost bought it to be a member of the tanker club, but wrong era and I have enough tankers right now!
Richie, well from the photo your spot on with the color and lucky you, I had a chance back when I was in the Corps, but it was sight unseen!
Nick R, Great score I have the same Cadillac on my layout and love it! It sure is nice to see more folks from Wa. on here!
Mike, (and anyone else interested), here’s the tanker and cab so far. It was a good day to paint outdoors, so I took advantage of it. I still have some tweaking to do on the tank’s paint, as I put on too heavy a coat on one side, and it will have to be finely sanded, but the cab is almost ready for decals. I also have some detail painting on the cab interior, air horns, lights, etc, and some on the tanker, too.
Artie, its looking good! Maybe if it's still there next time we go back I will pick it up, just to give it a try! I am fallowing your build as I love the work you do!
Here is my addition for today! I know its not much, but some have said they haven't seen one before!
I know the cab looks black, but it really is BROWN! LOL
Mike, it’s a relatively easy kit to build, but some of the parts need filing and sanding. The tank is fairly straight-forward, but the cab parts require a little patience, and some fussy filing and sanding. I also recommend some good clamps and rubber bands, and weights to hold assemblies together while gluing. I tend to paint sub assemblies while building.
The older kits don’t include window glazing, but newer ones will say so on the box. The windshield is tricky to glue in, so some paint may need to be removed to glue them in. I recommend a liquid plastic like Tenax, or ACC.
Don't worry Artie, if I get it I will be coming backing to read your build post!
I guess it’s official - I’ve jumped down the rabbit hole. Well... to be accurate, I’ve jumped down another rabbit hole. And to be brutally honest, I didn’t jump - I was pushed (that’s my story, and I’m sticking to it) 
Found another 1/43 NYC bus. This one is a Greyhound 1964-1965 World’s Fair version. They ran from around NYC to the Fair. If I remember correctly, one ran from the junction of Flatbush and Nostrand Avenues to the fair and Shea stadium - I always took the subway.
The current fleet...
Now I just need to keep an eye out for a Command Commuter bus (ran from Brooklyn to Manhattan), and an example of the older bus version from when I was very young. Some of my research indicates that they were know as 1956 Mack C-49 DT. The hunt goes on!!!
@Artie-DL&W posted:Mike, (and anyone else interested), here’s the tanker and cab so far. It was a good day to paint outdoors, so I took advantage of it. I still have some tweaking to do on the tank’s paint, as I put on too heavy a coat on one side, and it will have to be finely sanded, but the cab is almost ready for decals. I also have some detail painting on the cab interior, air horns, lights, etc, and some on the tanker, too.
Artie that looks very good. Don’t give up we all want to see the finish
@Apples55 posted:I guess it’s official - I’ve jumped down the rabbit hole. Well... to be accurate, I’ve jumped down another rabbit hole. And to be brutally honest, I didn’t jump - I was pushed (that’s my story, and I’m sticking to it)
Found another 1/43 NYC bus. This one is a Greyhound 1964-1965 World’s Fair version. They ran from around NYC to the Fair. If I remember correctly, one ran from the junction of Flatbush and Nostrand Avenues to the fair and Shea stadium - I always took the subway.
The current fleet...
Now I just need to keep an eye out for a Command Commuter bus (ran from Brooklyn to Manhattan), and an example of the older bus version from when I was very young. Some of my research indicates that they were know as 1956 Mack C-49 DT. The hunt goes on!!!
Paul thanks for sharing those pics of your buses they look good.
@Artie-DL&W posted:Mike, it’s a relatively easy kit to build, but some of the parts need filing and sanding. The tank is fairly straight-forward, but the cab parts require a little patience, and some fussy filing and sanding. I also recommend some good clamps and rubber bands, and weights to hold assemblies together while gluing. I tend to paint sub assemblies while building.
The older kits don’t include window glazing, but newer ones will say so on the box. The windshield is tricky to glue in, so some paint may need to be removed to glue them in. I recommend a liquid plastic like Tenax, or ACC.
Artie your right it’s very tricky but if you mess up you could buy one from them direct or just tell them I’m sure they will send you another one
@mike g. posted:Artie, its looking good! Maybe if it's still there next time we go back I will pick it up, just to give it a try! I am fallowing your build as I love the work you do!
Here is my addition for today! I know its not much, but some have said they haven't seen one before!
I know the cab looks black, but it really is BROWN! LOL
Mike thanks for sharing I haven’t seen one of these Buster Brown GMC Astro for years I like it
@Apples55 posted:The LCCA did an REA panel van that mirrors the panel van in the Lionelville Set #2...
And finally, an unmarked Menards entry - I got a fleet of these trucks when I purchased a few of their flatcars a few years ago. When compared to the REA van (which I am assuming is 1/43), it seems to be similarly sized.
Paul. That REA delivery truck really looks good I like it
@Richie C. posted:Thanks, Mike - I painted and detailed the model to look like the real one I'm lucky enough to own.
Richie. That’s a pretty color glad you got to get it in O scale to match it
Lee, I ordered an extra “glass” assembly when I ordered the kit, just in case. My next post should be about decaling.
@Nick R. posted:Scored on a few diecast vehicles last weekend at the train show in Spokane. I really love the food truck, I think it'll fit in well on my Xmas village. I needed a hearse for my Halloween village so the GMC panel truck turned out good with a paint job and a small piece of wire for the scroll on the side. I thought the convertible Cadillac was cool because it actually had the top up. And no Halloween village is complete without Christine.
Nick. What a Haul very nice and thanks for sharing them
@CHOO-CHOO MIKE posted:Hello Christine !
Mike I was thing Christine when I seen it too
@Artie-DL&W posted:Lee, I ordered an extra “glass” assembly when I ordered the kit, just in case. My next post should be about decaling.
Your a very smart Man Artie. Bring on the decals
Artie, the tanker is looking good. Can’t wait to se it with decals.
joel
@mike g. posted:Artie, its looking good! Maybe if it's still there next time we go back I will pick it up, just to give it a try! I am fallowing your build as I love the work you do!
Here is my addition for today! I know its not much, but some have said they haven't seen one before!
I know the cab looks black, but it really is BROWN! LOL
Looking at a lot of layouts Mike ............this is the first truck I've seen like this one especially with a cab like yours. Nice 👍
@Apples55 posted:The LCCA did an REA panel van that mirrors the panel van in the Lionelville Set #2...
And finally, an unmarked Menards entry - I got a fleet of these trucks when I purchased a few of their flatcars a few years ago. When compared to the REA van (which I am assuming is 1/43), it seems to be similarly sized.
I just received an American Heritage Models REA, Wrigley's Spearmint, step van. The underside is devoid of any markings except No 0143. It looks a little big but that may be the difference between 1:43 and 1:48. Pictures to follow once I get a chance.
@coach joe posted:I just received an American Heritage Models REA, Wrigley's Spearmint, step van. The underside is devoid of any markings except No 0143. It looks a little big but that may be the difference between 1:43 and 1:48. Pictures to follow once I get a chance.
Joe;
The LCCA vans were also done by American Heritage Models, so yours may be the same as the LCCA versions except for the decoration. I bought two - here is the unopened one.
My REA van measures:
Bumper to Bumper: 5.55”
Width: 1.94”
Height (from bottom of tire): 2.59”
I’m guessing yours will be similar in size.
Dead ringer except for the advertisement on the side.
Paul, nice REA panel truck! It will look great on your layout!
Ok guys, I had a problem with my Grayhound bus station, but got it figured out! Here is a photo, now all I have to do is save up for some buses!
And this is for Capetrainman, so he knows the lights work! LOL
I know it shows the whole town, but I figured while I was at it, why not! LOL
Neat bus station and layout, Mike!
I did some more painting on the tractor/ trailer, so maybe photos with decals next week.
@mike g. posted:Paul, nice REA panel truck! It will look great on your layout!
Ok guys, I had a problem with my Grayhound bus station, but got it figured out! Here is a photo, now all I have to do is save up for some buses!
And this is for Capetrainman, so he knows the lights work! LOL
I know it shows the whole town, but I figured while I was at it, why not! LOL
That’s Sweet Mike. You’ll get there
@Artie-DL&W posted:Neat bus station and layout, Mike!
I did some more painting on the tractor/ trailer, so maybe photos with decals next week.
Looking forward to it Artie
Hey Mike, I just bought this Dinky Bus on the Bay for $12.40 with free shipping. I don’t exactly know the scale but usually the cars are 1/43. I’m guessing this will be 1/50. Doesn’t have windows, but I was planning on adding an interior and glass. Maybe this is something for you. They also have a blue and silver model.
joel
Got a few cool 1/43-1/50 scale automobiles the last 2 weeks. Corgi, Dinky, Matchbox Superkings and one K-line tractor and trailer PLUS some stuff from my dad's collection
Got these three off eBay
Corgi Major Fruehauf Bottom Dumper w/ Ford tractor(pristine condition- I love this one!) from 1975
Corgi Major Skyscraper Tower Crane...unfortunately it's rather short, I actually moved it so it's by a water tower now, but if you want a mini crane- this works and looks cool. from 1974
Corgi Major toys Quad tractor in a Riot Police paint scheme with searchlight and water cannons on top. Also, if anyone likes white metal figures, especially soldiers, the two green soldiers up front, the UN soldier, the red hat soldier with vest, and the kneeling one behind him are all from an eBay seller in Russia. They're pricey but really cool and go well with other o scale figures despite being listed as 1/43
MB Superkings ATSF Ford Transcontiental(probably my favorite)
Ford Transcontinental. Then from my dad- Corgi major Gloster Saro tanker with Mack tractor. MB Superkings Low Loader with bulldozer. The last one is about 1/50
Last but not least! Dinky toys Esso gas pumps set
@JDFonz posted:Hey Mike, I just bought this Dinky Bus on the Bay for $12.40 with free shipping. I don’t exactly know the scale but usually the cars are 1/43. I’m guessing this will be 1/50. Doesn’t have windows, but I was planning on adding an interior and glass. Maybe this is something for you. They also have a blue and silver model.
joel
I can wait
@StevefromPA posted:Got a few cool 1/43-1/50 scale automobiles the last 2 weeks. Corgi, Dinky, Matchbox Superkings and one K-line tractor and trailer PLUS some stuff from my dad's collection
Got these three off eBay
Corgi Major Fruehauf Bottom Dumper w/ Ford tractor(pristine condition- I love this one!) from 1975
Corgi Major Skyscraper Tower Crane...unfortunately it's rather short, I actually moved it so it's by a water tower now, but if you want a mini crane- this works and looks cool. from 1974
Corgi Major toys Quad tractor in a Riot Police paint scheme with searchlight and water cannons on top. Also, if anyone likes white metal figures, especially soldiers, the two green soldiers up front, the UN soldier, the red hat soldier with vest, and the kneeling one behind him are all from an eBay seller in Russia. They're pricey but really cool and go well with other o scale figures despite being listed as 1/43
MB Superkings ATSF Ford Transcontiental(probably my favorite)
Ford Transcontinental. Then from my dad- Corgi major Gloster Saro tanker with Mack tractor. MB Superkings Low Loader with bulldozer. The last one is about 1/50
Last but not least! Dinky toys Esso gas pumps set
There all very nice thanks for sharing
Don’t know if I’ve post this or not but I’m redoing this 1/43 Ertl Farm wagon into a old International McCormick. I updated the tongue repainted it added some decals and some side boards. I’m building a Farm Scene for the layout this will go on.
Another great job Lee.
@mike g. posted:Paul, nice REA panel truck! It will look great on your layout!
Ok guys, I had a problem with my Grayhound bus station, but got it figured out! Here is a photo, now all I have to do is save up for some buses!
And this is for Capetrainman, so he knows the lights work! LOL
I know it shows the whole town, but I figured while I was at it, why not! LOL
Mike, that green MG stands out in that photo! It looks like a '53 TD, but it has spoke wheels, and that would make it a '51 TC. Either way it brings back memories of my dads '53 MG TD! Plus, it looks great in front of the Greyhound bus depot. And I spy an Austin Martin on the right. You must like British cars?! ;-) Buses? Maybe a British double decker painted in Greyhound colors! Just joking! Your layout is looking awesome.
@lee drennen, the trailer looks great!
@WesternPacific2217, Thanks for the comment! I am not really into British cars, they just happen to come from my father in laws, he had them in his collection when he gave me some cars.
Always like to see MG's on layouts. TA and TB are prewar, TC's are 45-49, then TD's, followed by TF's in 55. I love the T-series cars. (nope - no TE's). The one in the picture is actually a nicely painted pencil sharpener. Looks great, nice layout!
Okay so here's the latest batch of vehicles;
The "Lego" sub will be discussed in another topic. The REA step van is an American Heritage Models with the Wrigley's Spearmint advertisement on the side. While there is no indication of scale it does have No. 0143 on the bottom. Comparing it to the other vehicles pictured it's a good bet that means 1/43 scale. Next in line is a Maisto 1/43 scale VW Bug. It just came out of a box of my 27 year old son's MicroMachines. The black one was the 1/48 scale, $1.98 Walmart special discussed previously. I've been looking at the brown TONKA everyday since April. It always struck me as being to small, until I flipped it over a few days ago and saw it was a Maisto 1/48 scale from 2001. Compared to the $1.98 special it's the same size. So now I've got 5 vehicles that need detailing this winter.
@JDFonz posted:Went with a different paint scheme. Also upgraded the interior with a cream and red scheme. I’m happy with it.
joel
Wow Joel. That’s sharp looks at home on the layout
Thanks Lee 👍
Nice job on the El Camino, Joel.
I just ordered more REA decals for my White cab project. The ones I previously ordered look too small. If I get a dry day, I can continue on the Army Air Force tanker.
Joel, that really turned out sharp looking! Very nice work!
Thanks Artie, thanks Mike, Mike, did you see that crazy looking bus that I have coming? The price was right, it looks very old school streamlined. It does need some work though. I’m not sure, I don’t think Lee liked it. I thought it looked kinda cool.
joel
@JDFonz posted:Thanks Artie, thanks Mike, Mike, did you see that crazy looking bus that I have coming? The price was right, it looks very old school streamlined. It does need some work though. I’m not sure, I don’t think Lee liked it. I thought it looked kinda cool.
joel
Yeah I didn’t like it I loved it
Got it Lee, I wasn’t quite sure...
Business has been pretty good this summer and fall at the general store...it's become the 'go-to" place for the car buffs after the car rallies. The Green Briar 4-8-4 rounds the bend in the background...!
Those folks sure have a lot of fun on your layout, Paul!
Meanwhile, decaling is proceeding on the tanker. Just a matter of adding a few pieces to finish the build.
@Capetrainman posted:Business has been pretty good this summer and fall at the general store...it's become the 'go-to" place for the car buffs after the car rallies. The Green Briar 4-8-4 rounds the bend in the background...!
Paul, how can it not be good with all them great cars and hot chicks!
@Artie-DL&W posted:Those folks sure have a lot of fun on your layout, Paul!
Meanwhile, decaling is proceeding on the tanker. Just a matter of adding a few pieces to finish the build.
Artie, that sure is looking great! I started a model today, but I will post in what did you do on your layout today.
Here’s the finished decaling for both the AAF tanker, and the REA cab. Just have to do some small detail painting, and assembly.
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