WHAT TRAINS DID YOU RUN TODAY?

Farmerjohn, I know I have seen images of your town, but do not remember a video to show all your signs. I can see a glimpse of it at the left edge. Any chance to show more? I have been thinking about getting a barber pole - looks like you have one.  THX

Hello FarmJohn...

Another great view of your awesome layout! Thanks for sharing.

I was wondering if you have a graphic of your track plan that you would be willing to share? I'm sure inquiring minds want to know....and I'm certainly one of them!

Scouting dad.  Here is a short video  of part of my town . It is still a work in progress.  The Miller lights are really an eye catcher. Thanks for asking.

Junior.  I don't  have a track plan drawn out to show. I would draw it out on paper at night then later tried to work it in. A lot of trial-and-error.  Ill post some pictures  of the entire layout as soon as some more scenery is done. Thanks for the comments.

Absolutly stunning! Fantastic lighting without overkill.

Ran the Balwin demos more last night on high line

FarmerJohn a big thanks for posting the town video. looks like a scene out of a movie. I like the way the streets are at the front and back of the buildings. I don't have quite enough room to do that on this layout. I'll keep it in my back pocket of ideas for the next one.

I thought the Miller Barber sign kind of looked 3D in their photos sure looks like it is in you video. Besides that one, I am trying to decide between a Woolworth or Rexall building sign. Of course there are several window signs worth a look as well.

As usual, FarmerJohn, your layout is spectacular. A unique feature is how the street has a slight curve; rather than the squared concept that is typically used.
Thank you.

@farmerjohn posted:

Scouting dad.  Here is a short video  of part of my town . It is still a work in progress.  The Miller lights are really an eye catcher. Thanks for asking.

Junior.  I don't  have a track plan drawn out to show. I would draw it out on paper at night then later tried to work it in. A lot of trial-and-error.  Ill post some pictures  of the entire layout as soon as some more scenery is done. Thanks for the comments.

Hey FarmerJohn....

No worries....no rush! Just thought if you had a layout plan handy it would be fun to see.

BTW.....your curved street scene really reminds of Back to the Future II ! It's very cool!

My new Lionel 6-28057 Southern 4-8-2 Scale Mountain & my new Lionel 6-84470 Southern USRA Light Mikado #4758

Super traditional Lionel!

Today, on the upper level, I put up and ran my Post War Santa Fe F3 (A-B-A) set with 2 extra passenger cars. Here it is rounding a O54 curve.

I finally had a chance to operate my Menards FP7 on a test track at my house.  I sent my findings directly to the manufacturer.

@farmerjohn posted:

Scouting dad.  Here is a short video  of part of my town . It is still a work in progress.  The Miller lights are really an eye catcher. Thanks for asking.

Junior.  I don't  have a track plan drawn out to show. I would draw it out on paper at night then later tried to work it in. A lot of trial-and-error.  Ill post some pictures  of the entire layout as soon as some more scenery is done. Thanks for the comments.

That’s an awesome looking layout! How big is it?

Ran my PW Lionel CB&Q F-2 #153 (formerly SF F-3 2242) on the club permanent layout this evening.

   
My MTH locosound F3 from an old set pulling a freight train and the engine from my first set, the Pennsylvania Flyer pulling a passenger consist. I was pleasantly surprised to find the smoke unit on the Pennsylvania Flyer was working again, I thought it was broken for the longest time. My best guess is it got flooded with fluid.

Ran my custom GM&O F-3 AB #801 (formerly SF 2343) leading the "Abraham Lincoln" on the "Alton Route" with 5 passenger cars on the club layout this AM:

Prototype photo here.  Just scroll down and you'll see it.

This is my PW LIONEL version:

N&W guy. You asked how big my layout is . My basement is 2650 Sq ft. I built my house with my layout in mind . I've dedicated  my whole basement  to  my trains. It's a big project  but super fun. Thanks for asking .

Ran my Allegheny and Unshrouded J

@farmerjohn posted:

N&W guy. You asked how big my layout is . My basement is 2650 Sq ft. I built my house with my layout in mind . I've dedicated  my whole basement  to  my trains. It's a big project  but super fun. Thanks for asking .

Wow farmerjohn - you lucky dog! Your basement is bigger than my whole house (not including my basement)!

I gotta find me a basement stretcher to expand the WVRR again. Does anyone know where I can borrow or rent one?

Ran a ABA set of 2333 Santa Fe units just because tonight. I forgot how well the do really pull and I love that horn....just because.

Having fun with my Menards F7.

Nice, Bob. That has to be the brightest engine headlight I have ever seen!!!

@Apples55 posted:

Nice, Bob. That has to be the brightest engine headlight I have ever seen!!!

It sure is Paul. I might change it to a warm white LED since the cool white just doesn't work for me.

Ran my bluebonnet on my high line last night. I think I'm going to side them for awhile and give them a rest. Going to pull out the steam engines for future  post.

I placed the decals on the S-2 and the caboose and made the first "revenue run" with my favorite cargo.

226E with Blue Comet cars

If you've been following the Forum today, you know the answer.

The Blue Comet:

@Arnold D. Cribari posted:

If you've been following the Forum today, you know the answer.

The Blue Comet:

My Blue Comet chased my blues away - today

44 ton center cab diesel takes passengers down by the Sedgewick Avenue Station Along The Put.

The engineer in that 44 ton center cab diesel is paying careful attention to the signals on the right of way in Westchester County, NY along The Put.

ATSF 0-6-0 with a short freight.

Very nice Bob. What did you use for ballast? It looks very authentic.

@Tranquil Hollow RR posted:

Very nice Bob. What did you use for ballast? It looks very authentic.

The ballast is a combination of floral gravel from Dollar Tree (black) and Michael's ( grey on the fastrack).

I dont spend much $$$$ on disposables. 👍

Thanks

The rail cleaning SP TOFC made a couple of laps on the mainline and sightings along with SF 3751 hauling the Polar Express.

A Reading & Northern GP30 delivering a coal load to a local PPL power plant...

Very nice Paul and yesterday I finally made it to the Reading Heritage Museum.

Ran some different trains on different levels tonight. This is a night time scene which I like the most because of the lights ofcourse.

@farmerjohn posted:

Ran some different trains on different levels tonight. This is a night time scene which I like the most because of the lights ofcourse.

John, Great vidio. Tha Shark ABA Demo's, passenger trains and your layout are very impresive.