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#16
HO / Re: cog railway
August 06, 2013, 12:08:58 AM
I thought if you started with one of those photos, followed where it came from, they might have info for you.  Then if not, try the next one, etc.  You'll probably have to do SOME research.  Another "lead" may be to contact the Cog Railway (in New Hampshire) itself.  They may be able to help a lot.  Their gift shop may even have a poster of what you want.

#18
HO / Re: 19th Century Equipment
June 03, 2013, 03:09:57 PM
Quote from: J3a-614 on June 02, 2013, 10:19:23 PM

 Just off the top of my head, what seems to be currently available are:

4-4-0 and 4-6-0--Bachmann's Spectrum models of Ma & Pa locomotives and the high-boilered, somewhat generic 4-6-0.  



Nope - no HO spectrum 4-6-0 available now - only in "tiny town" (N).  I wish it was still available.

I'm sorry but I don't agree about size being a problem.  Seems to be lots of 19th century stuff being released in "N" and that's GOT to be harder than HO.

:)
#19
HO / Re: 19th Century Equipment
June 02, 2013, 01:53:31 PM
I think it's the "chicken or the egg" syndrome.
That era is not that popular because there's not much available, and, there's not much available because it's not that popular.

Look at ads, logos and posters.  The majority have old steam (diamond stacks, etc) in the graphics.  This period represents "trains" so very much.
Unfortunately for the hard core, our hobby is moving away from build everything to ready-made.  The more that's available, the bigger the market will get.

I wish someone - Bachmann, or anyone would make a top-notch early 4-4-0.  Even a generic single model with most graphics, but no company markings.  C'mon Mr. B. - put in the word for an early 4-4-0 spectrum series, DCC, with sound (and smoke would be awesome).

::) ::) ::)
#20
HO / Re: 19th Century Equipment
June 01, 2013, 12:39:21 PM
  . . .  AND - you can fit a smoke machine in a diamond stack . . .
#21
Now if we could just get Bachmann to release a Spectrum version in HO.  All they have are the modern Americans, which are nice - I have one - but I'd love one of those early ones.  That's when engines were really special - highly detailed, painted, cleaned and cared for.  Love 'em.
#22
General Discussion / Re: Club Magazine
May 20, 2013, 06:06:42 PM
Can't you at least let us know if it's in the works, discontinued, or ???
#23
General Discussion / Club Magazine
May 14, 2013, 04:23:14 PM
When is the new club magazine coming out?
I think it's time to retire the Fall 2012 issue.

;D ::) ;)
#24
HO / Re: EZ track sources
May 13, 2013, 04:26:07 PM
All I know about it, is if you try to make a bid, a screen comes up saying you are blocked and not allowed to bid.  I don't know what else happens, but knowing ebay, they keep records of everything.

It's probably not that important in the comparison to most things, but it's a mark against my perfect record over years and 100s of deals.  It just seemed so unfair, but, that's life . . .

"What's Life?"  "It's a magazine"  "How much does it cost?"  "25 Cents"  "I only have a nickel"  "Well, that's life"

Ask your grandparents - LOL
I'll take my meds now and go have a lie down -  LOL
#25
General Discussion / Happy Mother's Day
May 12, 2013, 08:44:20 AM
Happy Mother's Day to all. Hope it's a great day at every household.
Remember - the best gift you can give is Time.
Spend it wisely.

;)
#26
HO / Re: EZ track sources
May 12, 2013, 08:37:33 AM
Yes, that was my first negative post.  I probably over reacted, so I'll just respond about my last dealings with them.
I was going to bid on one of his listings, but it wasn't very clear.  I emailed a question and got no answer.  Four days later, I repeated the email, thinking it might not have gone through. Totally unexpected, I got this flaming email back about stuff like - I already answered that - how dare I repeat an email - and various petty BS.  Those of you that know me, know that I'm pretty laid back and  was really caught of guard as to what brought this on.  I figured he was just having a bad day (it was during this past Christmas season) so I just ignored it.  Wish I had kept the email - it was real venom.  Anyway, I  decided to take a risk and bid on the item.  To my surprise, he blocked my account as a problem customer.  Now that's on my ebay record and all I did was repeat an email.

I'm probably over sensitive, but it really bothered me for a while. Especially since I do a lot of buying on ebay.  It's the only time I've ever had anything like that with any dealer - ebay or other.  It's left a bad taste so when I hear about that place, I'll never react positive.  Since that time, talking with a few others about it, I've heard mixed comments about them.  With so many dealers out there, it's no great loss to me, not to do business with them, but I sure wish they hadn't ruined my perfect record on ebay - especially over nothing.

I'll just let it go at that.
Caveat Emptor.
#27
Wow - what a great shot!!!

And Happy National Train Day.
#28
HO / Re: EZ track sources
May 11, 2013, 06:59:38 PM
I agree with most of these suggestions, except The Favorite Spot.  I've had very bad experiences with them.  From what I can tell, it's hit or miss with them.  I would steer clear of them.
#29
HO / Re: New to DCC
April 18, 2013, 01:32:02 PM
If that's the only reason, it's a lot easier to spend $6.95 for a continuity checker at any home supply store.
Isn't it?
#30
General Discussion / Re: Favorite Train Movies
April 07, 2013, 04:37:26 PM
GG1 - thanks for the find.  Great old film. Had never heard of it before, and loved it!
::)