I got all this at the swap meet at Winterail, everything for $30!
Milwaukee Road sign book, builder plate off a wig wag signal, a reverser, a ticket punch that makes a "Y" shape hole and two VERY rare early Freedom Train patches, never seen any of those for sale before!
Picked up this Kusan MIssouri-Kansas-Texas F7 on the cheap. Seller, who I’ve bought from before, said it hums but doesn’t move so I’ve found my project for this evening. It’s my first F unit of any kind so I’m pretty happy!
StevefromPA posted:Picked up this Kusan MIssouri-Kansas-Texas F7 on the cheap. Seller, who I’ve bought from before, said it hums but doesn’t move so I’ve found my project for this evening. It’s my first F unit of any kind so I’m pretty happy!
That looks like an Alco FA, not an EMD F7.
Pick these up Saturday at the Hobby shop
Yes, but not RR related -military.
Bryant Dunivan 111417 posted:I just purchased an Acela set with the 3 car add on. I know, I figured you all might need a good laugh. I'm actually pretty excited about the new adventure.
Out of the box on Saturday. Fiddling around with couplers/IR sensors. Works great. So pleased I purchased number 2 (not here yet). The Acela is a quirky setup, but once connected properly, there is no finer looking or operating out there. They would have knocked a grand slam with more forgiving coupler/IR. I would consider an Acela as a good purchase if you are prepared to have to do some finessing when putting it together.
Someone did an outstanding job repainting this 28 year old model of a captain who's too stupid to outsmart a bunch of boys--I'd cast him adrift too. And this second fellow is a new citizen of MUK (My Underwater Kingdom).
StevefromPA posted:Picked up this Kusan MIssouri-Kansas-Texas F7 on the cheap. Seller, who I’ve bought from before, said it hums but doesn’t move so I’ve found my project for this evening. It’s my first F unit of any kind so I’m pretty happy!
DC motor? It looks like one. I know they made some DC only if not all.
jim pastorius posted:Yes, but not RR related -military.
Heck, Jim, let's see it! 
First thing I bought was a 1957 model of the Army field jacket, made in 1958 the year we went to Germany. My size exactly. Then I noticed hanging on a rack a 1942 US paratrooper jump suit jacket, very good condiion and fits me. I was afraid to ask the price but said "$50" SOLD. Have always wanted both of these. I checked it out, not a repro. Will try to get a picture tomorrow. No insignia or anything so no "stolen valor". It is cool.
Lou1985 posted:StevefromPA posted:Picked up this Kusan MIssouri-Kansas-Texas F7 on the cheap. Seller, who I’ve bought from before, said it hums but doesn’t move so I’ve found my project for this evening. It’s my first F unit of any kind so I’m pretty happy!
That looks like an Alco FA, not an EMD F7.
Thank you Lou! I have trouble identifying any type of F-Unit. I assumed since it was Kusan it was an EMD F-7 but when looking last night I was questioning that while comparing it to other F-Units. Regardless, I appreciate the clarification !
Adriatic posted:StevefromPA posted:Picked up this Kusan MIssouri-Kansas-Texas F7 on the cheap. Seller, who I’ve bought from before, said it hums but doesn’t move so I’ve found my project for this evening. It’s my first F unit of any kind so I’m pretty happy!
DC motor? It looks like one. I know they made some DC only if not all.
@Adriatic having mucho problems getting this started. Unfortunately when the seller tested it I think he tested it on AC first. Will be starting a separate thread.
I bought the 226E! It runs great. Now, as a postwar and modern collector its time to find some prewar cars (looking for a set of Blue Comet cars to make a 1938 set). I also bought 2 loops of super O track the other day. Pictures of that to come later in another thread
lee drennen posted:
Great looking stuff guys. Well I got my first steam today. It’s a MTH Rail King I think #1104 UP 4-6-4 sorry but the “Uncle Pete” has to go going to re-do it in New York Central I got a good buy on it even though it was UP
“First steam”??? I think we need to apply some bad influence, Lee 
Very nice looking engine... will look even better as NYC, but that is just a personal prejudice!!!
MichaelB posted:I got a job 2 weeks ago and got my first paycheck yesterday, so I decided to treat myself for working my butt off for those 2 weeks. I bought this off Mario's Trains today. It should be here next week, most likely on Wednesday. Can't wait to try this out on my Legacy engine! I will post a video when I get around to that.
Congrats on the Cab2, Michael (and on the job!!!). I think you’ll really enjoy it. I’ve used one for several years and love it. I’ve tried the WiFi through my iPad, but much prefer the Cab2.
TrainMasterMark posted:Just bought a Lionel NYC Hotbox Reefer set for a great deal on the for sale forum! Unopened with no signs of wear and tear before I tested these on the layout!
Nice purchase, Mark... but what is REALLY impressive is that wall of shelves - SWEET!!!
Adriatic posted:StevefromPA posted:Picked up this Kusan MIssouri-Kansas-Texas F7 on the cheap. Seller, who I’ve bought from before, said it hums but doesn’t move so I’ve found my project for this evening. It’s my first F unit of any kind so I’m pretty happy!
DC motor? It looks like one. I know they made some DC only if not all.
Test it with a DC H0 transformer. It. Might be ok.
Steve
Last month I posted in "Wanted to Buy" section that I was looking to purchase a "Norfolk Southern Dash 8 unit train. After a few days a forum member responded and mentioned he thinks has what I'm looking for w/extra cars including the add on 6-18213 Dash 8-40C engine. Last week it arrived.
very nice TRUSSMAN...
they make a very neat looking train...
briansilvermustang posted:
very nice TRUSSMAN...
they make a very neat looking train...
WOW..... that's a sweet looking collection.
Trussman posted:briansilvermustang posted:
very nice TRUSSMAN...
they make a very neat looking train...
WOW..... that's a sweet looking collection.
thanks, I think I kind of really like intermodal cars a little... 
and one real one...
Trussman posted:briansilvermustang posted:
very nice TRUSSMAN...
they make a very neat looking train...
WOW..... that's a sweet looking collection.
Holy smokes!!! My wife thinks I'm bad. Please give me some of your lines or excuses I can use in the future. "Really hard to find and come by" is starting to wear thin
Bryant Dunivan 111417 posted:Trussman posted:briansilvermustang posted:
very nice TRUSSMAN...
they make a very neat looking train...
WOW..... that's a sweet looking collection.
Holy smokes!!! My wife thinks I'm bad. Please give me some of your lines or excuses I can use in the future. "Really hard to find and come by" is starting to wear thin
"They remind me of how much I love you."
GOOD ONE 
briansilvermustang posted:Trussman posted:briansilvermustang posted:
very nice TRUSSMAN...
they make a very neat looking train...
WOW..... that's a sweet looking collection.
thanks, I think I kind of really like intermodal cars a little...
and one real one...
NICE...…. I'd say you do. Looks like you cornered the market intermodal cars. :-)
Bill T posted:Just received two of the N de M boxcars from RMT Trains. Can't remember seeing any rolling stock for this RR from any of the other manufactures.
Bill, you talk about a rarity! I live in Mexico and cannot find any Mexican railcars. One hobby shop had a repainted American diesel for Ferromex for $250 (HO). Later, they included a free N de M baggage car if you'd buy the loco. And that is all I've ever been able to find.
9 pin serial cable with flash drive adapter so I could finally update my Legacy remote and base. Was as easy as pie.
Turns out that my Legacy System is not getting shipped with USPS 2 day shipping, but rather UPS Ground. So it's most likely only coming next week. Hopefully by Friday, but I doubt that...
Not super bummed out about that, I guess it is what it is now.
Last year I purchase a Steam PS-3 upgrade kit. Tried to put it into my MTH Texan. Not enough room in the boiler section for the tach and mounting stuff. Looking on the E-Store since looking for a good candidate to put this Upgrade Kit in. Yesterday was the day. I found a
I was pleasantly surprised to find out it has a smoker along with whistle only. I think it will be perfect for the grandkids to call their own and run when they come and visit.
jim pastorius posted:
First thing I bought was a 1957 model of the Army field jacket, made in 1958 the year we went to Germany. My size exactly. Then I noticed hanging on a rack a 1942 US paratrooper jump suit jacket, very good condiion and fits me. I was afraid to ask the price but said "$50" SOLD. Have always wanted both of these. I checked it out, not a repro. Will try to get a picture tomorrow. No insignia or anything so no "stolen valor". It is cool.
That’s really cool! I have my Dad’s field jacket he wore in Vietnam and one he wore in Korea. I have the Luger he captured in Germany.
This showed up in the mail today. Smokes like crazy and has a great sounding whistle.
Lionel2056 posted:This showed up in the mail today. Smokes like crazy and has a great sounding whistle.
Lionel, I was gong to post that it really does smoke like crazy, but then I realized that I had mistaken the lamp for the smokestack.
Vincent Massi posted:Bill T posted:Just received two of the N de M boxcars from RMT Trains. Can't remember seeing any rolling stock for this RR from any of the other manufactures.
Bill, you talk about a rarity! I live in Mexico and cannot find any Mexican railcars. One hobby shop had a repainted American diesel for Ferromex for $250 (HO). Later, they included a free N de M baggage car if you'd buy the loco. And that is all I've ever been able to find.
I seem to recall a couple of years ago that the Atlas catalog I had contained either Ferromex or this line. Of course they may not have been O gauge. If I find the catalog, I'll post the details.
The cars do look great, by the way.
Tomlinson Run Railroad
These came in the mail today. Thanks Paul didn’t realize how much fun steam is
Lee, the cars are great! Steam is the ticket!!!
lee drennen posted:
These came in the mail today. Thanks Paul didn’t realize how much fun steam is
Lee have you noticed that the colors on the REA logo is backwards? Should be a red field with white lettering. I had bought one of these decades ago when first came out. Have in fact saved it because of this mistake.
Ron
lee drennen posted:
Yes I did I will be addressing this ASAP thanks
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