{S-Scale List} RE: S dump trucks from Roy Messner items

2013-10-05 Thread trainsjeep88
Roy also has/had? some very nice models of older road trailers as well as several nice dump bodies. Stan Houghton ---In s-scale@yahoogroups.com, bill@... wrote:If you went to the convention in Scranton you may have met my friend Gus Minardi. In spite of much effort on my part to

{S-Scale List} RE: Silence!

2013-09-27 Thread trainsjeep88
This new YAHOO may be part of the reason?Stan Houghton ---In s-scale@yahoogroups.com, WJJIM@... wrote:Been busy working in shop producing product for OCT 16 rollout at NTTM working on details of first rolling stock offering in Scale Gauge Im quiet by natureJim laughing

{S-Scale List} Brooks picture

2013-09-25 Thread trainsjeep88
Really looks GREAT!!!1 Getting thru Yahoo to see it is a real PAIN!! Stan Houghton __._,_.___ Your email settings: Individual Email|Traditional Change settings via the Web (Yahoo! ID required) Change

{S-Scale List} RE: This groups new format

2013-08-29 Thread trainsjeep88
This NEW format is the pitts as far as I am concerned Stan Houghton --- In s-scale@yahoogroups.com, rirocket@... wrote:Maybe they want to push all of us over to Facebook. Sorry, that wont do for me.The reluctant Luddite, Dave EngleFrom: Alan Lambert

{S-Scale List} messages

2013-08-23 Thread trainsjeep88
Hi, Glad to see Jace Kahn back with messages. Have not seen Ed L or Rollie M messages in quite a while. Are they black listed?? All three knowledgeable S people. Stan Houghton Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

{S-Scale List} Speeder

2013-06-22 Thread trainsjeep88
Have one of the power [not powered] units and three of the trailers all S scale. Not sure where I got them. Been MANY years ago. Maybe Hoquat or someone in Pa ??? Were kits. Can't take a picture as I do not have a camera. All as per picture someone else sent in. Stan Houghton

{S-Scale List} Re: Speeder - not a good subject!

2013-06-22 Thread trainsjeep88
Cannot get photos to fly here or Sn3 Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Don demcgovern@... wrote: Wayne posted this on the NWNG-Sn3 group, message #3237. The phots are near the end of the photo files. Don McGovern Track Patrol Posted By: drgw489 drgw489

{S-Scale List} Railmaster

2013-06-12 Thread trainsjeep88
Interested in purchasing several Railmaster International # 230 trucks or similar tractor trailers. Kits or assembled. sb...@verizon.net Thanks. Stan Houghton Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

{S-Scale List} Re: joke of the year

2013-05-22 Thread trainsjeep88
Anything special about these cars??? Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, shabbona_rr user141771@... wrote: I notice the bidders didn't want to be identified. Csn you blame them? boB Nicholson ___ --- In

{S-Scale List} Re: joke of the year

2013-05-22 Thread trainsjeep88
WOW!!! Anything special about these?? Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, clipper841@... clipper841@... wrote: see ebay #251274224851, content is s mel perry Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

{S-Scale List} Re: FNF - May 17, 2013

2013-05-19 Thread trainsjeep88
boB and George. Even reading carefully re S vehicles on eBay is not any garentee that the vehicle advertised as S is in fact so. Have several vehicles that are right size for HO that were advertised as S. Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, shabbona_rr user141771@... wrote:

{S-Scale List} icing platform

2013-05-18 Thread trainsjeep88
What about the short ladder under the doors? Stan Houghton Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go

{S-Scale List} Re: former member contact

2013-05-12 Thread trainsjeep88
Jace had interesting info posted re older S items. Sad to see him leave group. Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bud Rindfleisch BlackDiamondRR@... wrote: For all who were trying to reach Jace Kahn, he posted a message on the Yahoo Groups brass loco builders list just the

{S-Scale List} Re: Steam Powered Box factory

2013-05-12 Thread trainsjeep88
This is REALLY neat. Reminds me of when I worked for Danville Lumber in the 1950s. They had a steam engine with a line shaft and it also pulled a generator. It went back to before the Civil War. All gone now. Thanks for sharing. Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Robert Boring

{S-Scale List} Enhorning

2013-05-08 Thread trainsjeep88
Thanks to everyone for info and comments. The Enhorning, Wabash and Dayton units I purchased long years ago, maybe from Rollie M, all have what seem to be powered by modified O maybe All Nation power??? Stan Houghton Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your

{S-Scale List} Re: Enhorning

2013-05-08 Thread trainsjeep88
Never saw a Superscale F but have a Superscale Alco S similar to Miller but heavy metal. Was Superscale akin to Midgauge in any way? Understand a few steam Midgauge locos were produced? Never saw one. Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, ashpan.clinker ashpan.clinker@... wrote:

{S-Scale List} Enhorning

2013-05-07 Thread trainsjeep88
Was the plastic used in the hump models the problem? Did Enhorning try to correct hump problem before putting models for sale? Did the Wabash shells have the same hump? Did Enhorning/Wabash models come with power? Hirail or scale? Lots of ?s. Thanks. Stan Houghton

{S-Scale List} Re: Tom Boldt

2013-04-09 Thread trainsjeep88
Don't know any of the people involved but I always thought visitation was to possiby make the person being visited feel better etc rather than make the visitor feel better Of course it is great if both benifit. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, grchud chudgr@... wrote: Group,

{S-Scale List} Re: S scale on Ebay

2013-04-09 Thread trainsjeep88
Re printed car sides. AMEN Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Thomas Baker bakert@... wrote: For a number of reasons, I seldom check out the S-scale items on Ebay. The reasons for my infrequent appearance raise for me two questions: 1. One reason is the ridiculous appearance

{S-Scale List} Re: Tom Boldt and Hospice Care

2013-04-09 Thread trainsjeep88
You are 100% correct. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bob McCarthy thesupplycar@... wrote: Good morning!      Having read this thread and based upon my experience with Lutheran Hospice care here in South Carolina it is important to remember several things about those who are

{S-Scale List} Re: Cracked Axle Gears

2013-04-08 Thread trainsjeep88
AMEN!!! Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, pickycat95 pickycat95@... wrote: It seems to me if I put down $200 to $300 for a toy locomotive it ought to last longer than 5 to 10 years. I have had only one cracked gear in my sizable stable of AM locomotives and am hopeful that the

{S-Scale List} Re: Ebay 130880725205 Are you planning to bid?

2013-04-07 Thread trainsjeep88
intentions, the better since, if you're not biding, this would give my friend the most time to make any necessary inquaries with the seller. Jeff Allen --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, trainsjeep88 trainsjeep88@ wrote: Hi, This looks similar to Rex that I purchased many years ago from

{S-Scale List} Ebay 130880725205

2013-04-06 Thread trainsjeep88
Hi, This looks similar to Rex that I purchased many years ago from Rollie M. except it has port hole front window, different headlite etc. Is this a Rex or maybe a Putt? Thanks Stan Houghton Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go

{S-Scale List} Re: Post on S

2013-03-24 Thread trainsjeep88
Why was Walthers opposed? Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Brian Jackson brian__jackson@... wrote: To which I will add that Bill Walthers was vehemently opposed to S scale and did everything he could to discourage/hinder it. Brian Jackson Springfield, IL

{S-Scale List} Re: speaking of E-Zines

2013-03-23 Thread trainsjeep88
AMEN!! Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, rxman46321@... wrote: When Newsweek was hardcopy I kept mine on my night stand and read it before going to sleep. Now, with their digital only format I haven't looked at it yet. There's something about falling asleep with

{S-Scale List} Re: Modeling with paper and foamcore

2013-03-21 Thread trainsjeep88
VERY nice!!! Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Roy royhoffman@... wrote: Here's my latest blog entry on Model Railroad Hobbyist: http://model-railroad-hobbyist.com/node/13012 Roy Hoffman Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group

{S-Scale List} vintage vehicles

2013-03-19 Thread trainsjeep88
One of the fellows I worked with at Danville Lumber back in the 50s had a nice black horse and wagon. Workers would kid him about the horse and wagon because they had autos. He would laugh and tell them that when he got drunk on Friday nite his friends would load him into the wagon and

Re: {S-Scale List} Older vehicles

2013-03-15 Thread trainsjeep88
Some years back this type bus model kit was available maybe from Hoquat. Long and short versions. Trucks with sizzor lifts have been/are used to load supplies on airplanes and to deliver building materials for 2nd floor construction projects. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Jeff Sankus

Re: {S-Scale List} Older vehicles

2013-03-15 Thread trainsjeep88
maybe 20+ years ago? Possibly Jeff W. can chime in here. The caster who provided the buses also, offered a few trolley bodies. The castings were thick and well, not very detailed. Jeff Sankus On Fri, Mar 15, 2013 at 1:30 PM, trainsjeep88 trainsjeep88@...wrote: Some years back this style bus

Re: {S-Scale List} Older vehicles

2013-03-15 Thread trainsjeep88
The Hartoy Ford C is a mid size truck, avaliable as truck and as tractor but somewhat harder to find than the F and usually more $. The M2 Ford Chevy and Dodge tractors can be bashed to make trucks and I think Hoquat has them. TruckinLittle has a kit for the Emeryville IH tractor should

{S-Scale List} Fw: [PCL] Re: Matching factory painted Pullman Green SuperScale

2013-03-01 Thread trainsjeep88
Maybe back in the late 40's or 50's SuperScale was in S and OO. Have a SuperScale Alco S? engine. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, David Engle rirocket@... wrote: Wasn't this also an S mfr?  Dave Engle --- On Thu, 2/28/13, Walter Bayer II bayerw2@... wrote: From: Walter Bayer

{S-Scale List} Re cement trucks

2013-02-26 Thread trainsjeep88
Sometime back Ertl had a IH cement mixer truck that was/is a good start to add details to. Appear from time to time on 1/64 trucks ebay. Stan Houghton Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

{S-Scale List} Re: Re cement trucks

2013-02-26 Thread trainsjeep88
to find crude, also a IH-Navistar about 1990. Matchbox – Super King GMC = http://cdn100.iofferphoto.com/img/item/155/389/989/l_iDCLrCinh0td01Q.jpg Martin --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, trainsjeep88 trainsjeep88@ wrote: Sometime back Ertl had a IH cement mixer truck

{S-Scale List} Re: Re cement trucks

2013-02-26 Thread trainsjeep88
, trainsjeep88 trainsjeep88@ wrote: Would assume using the drum with a Railmaster, Pazon, Hartoy, etc with some detail work would make a decent unit? Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Martin skally@ wrote: I don't ' believe there are any currently available. Over the years

{S-Scale List} Friday morning fun

2013-02-22 Thread trainsjeep88
AWSOME! Thanks for photo and suggesting the ORIGINAL click. Stan Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings

{S-Scale List} Kato

2013-02-08 Thread trainsjeep88
Guess this all started with the old Miller power trucks. Good idea that did not work very well re control. Stan Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings:

Re: {S-Scale List} Kato

2013-02-08 Thread trainsjeep88
battery in his control system to get similar results. Dave Engle --- On Fri, 2/8/13, trainsjeep88 wrote: From: trainsjeep88 Subject: {S-Scale List} Kato To: S-Scale@yahoogroups.com Date: Friday, February 8, 2013, 8:10 AM   Guess this all started with the old Miller

Re: {S-Scale List} Kato

2013-02-08 Thread trainsjeep88
--- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bob Werre wrote: Ken Hough was on this list some time back. Seems he had gone into refurbishing old cameras. Bob Werre On 2/8/13 2:10 PM, David Engle wrote: I do not remember meeting Mr. Hough. Sorry Dave Engle --- On *Fri, 2/8/13, trainsjeep88

{S-Scale List} wood moving

2013-01-28 Thread trainsjeep88
Wood does move, even kiln dried. Even plywood especally if you unbalance the panel by applying something,even finish or paint to one side. MDF, medium density fiberboard, usually stays very straight BUT is very heavy and does not have great screw holding. Stan

Re: {S-Scale List} Y-3 photo again

2013-01-26 Thread trainsjeep88
With that kind of grip it should stay on ANY kind of track, crossovers etc. Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Jack Wyatt wrote: [Attachment(s) from Bill Lane included below] I knew I rotated it!   Thank You, Bill Lane I thought you were showing off how great the

{S-Scale List} Re: Joe Scales

2013-01-24 Thread trainsjeep88
Not interested in having contact with him but would like to know what loco kits he produced and if anyone has pictures etc. Thanks. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Terry Harrison wrote: I am in contact with Joe all the time, like this AM. What is it you want of him? Terry

{S-Scale List} Re: Flat cars and steam locomotives

2013-01-21 Thread trainsjeep88
Hi, Joe Scales lived/lives outside Ridgway Va, maybe on NC side of the line years ago. Was told that he was living in New England years ago when he made and sold a few kits. He was from what is now the Eden NC area and I went to his house several times after he moved back to Ridgway maybe

{S-Scale List} Joe Scales

2013-01-21 Thread trainsjeep88
Years ago his address was 279 Thornfield Dr. Ridgeway Va. 1 540 650 8365 phone. Not currently listed in the phone book. Stan Houghton Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your

{S-Scale List} Re: Signing out

2013-01-17 Thread trainsjeep88
Don't know about sign out BUT most of the time I cannot POST because of bouncing, what ever that is?? Right now for some strange reason I can Post Stan Houghton --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Don 'Mac' wrote: I suppose this is a question for our moderators. How the heck do

{S-Scale List} Black Beatle

2013-01-14 Thread trainsjeep88
Any one ever use one of these to power a Miller diesel? If so, how much trouble to mount? How much power for pulling? Stan Houghtonsb...@verizon.net Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

Re: {S-Scale List} Black Beatle

2013-01-14 Thread trainsjeep88
but with no guarantees.  Hope this helps Jim Martin From: trainsjeep88 To: S-Scale@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, January 14, 2013 3:56:53 PM Subject: {S-Scale List} Black Beatle   Any one ever use one of these to power a Miller diesel

{S-Scale List} Re: new S scale detail products

2013-01-07 Thread trainsjeep88
Test message --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Alex Binkley wrote: Hi all Gilbert Lacroix is a talented model railroader in Ottawa who hasn't yet found his inner S scale self. However he makes marvelous models and has a few castings for sale in various scales/sizes that could

{S-Scale List} Re: new S scale detail products

2013-01-07 Thread trainsjeep88
Had help? Thanks --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Alex Binkley wrote: got it cheers To: S-Scale@yahoogroups.com From: trainsjeep88@... Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2013 16:51:34 + Subject: {S-Scale List} Re: new S scale detail products Test message --- In S-Scale

{S-Scale List} Sudimak

2012-10-24 Thread trainsjeep88
Many long years ago I purchased a 2 6 0 Rex from Jack or maybe his father? After a long period of time trying to quarter the drivers with out good luck I contacted them and was told to send it to them which I did, they quartered the drivers and returned it shortly and there was no charge.

{S-Scale List} Re: SHS trucks for all wheel pickup

2012-10-10 Thread trainsjeep88
NEAT!! Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bill Lane bill@... wrote: For my Rex A5. I cut grooves into the back of the wheels so the wipers don't wander. They are NWSL N/S wheels too. I wanted to screw the wipers to the top of the truck bolster but there were too many issues even after

{S-Scale List} Re: My S Scale PRR A5 - The Little Engine that Could

2012-10-10 Thread trainsjeep88
Really cool Wonder how many a REX or PUTT 0-6-0 or 2-6-0 could move??? Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bill Lane bill@... wrote: This is my latest YouTube clip http://tinyurl.com/9fx2j62 showing very 1 small locomotive pulling a very long train. There are no video tricks or

{S-Scale List} tractors

2012-10-05 Thread trainsjeep88
Jim Lyle IS CORRECT.. The dealer makes the differance. I have 3 MF that are like me, over the hill, and the local MF dealer has been great over the years re parts etc BUT has recently closed and retired. Have a 140 IH that is great for gardening. Can look right down to see what I am

{S-Scale List} John Deere Tractors

2012-10-04 Thread trainsjeep88
Nothing Runs Like A Deere but Nothing Smells Like A John Stan Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings

{S-Scale List} Hoppers

2012-09-22 Thread trainsjeep88
All the discussion recently about hoppers for some reason brought back thoughts about a article maybe in the 1950's about a large OO layout in PA by Carl Appel [sp] modeling NW with many many hoppers. Big layout and really neat for the time. Anyone know what happened to it? Also, anyone know

{S-Scale List} Re: Track Cleaning (Wahl clipper oil)

2012-09-16 Thread trainsjeep88
my mind. I picked up some Wahl hair cliupper from a distributor at the Bracebridge train show this summer. On my to do list was to ask the list for recommendations on how to use it. I've seen lauded in the past. cheers - Original Message - From: trainsjeep88 trainsjeep88

{S-Scale List} Re: Re Next Controversial Topic: Track Cleaning

2012-09-15 Thread trainsjeep88
Have had good results using Wahl hair trmmer oil. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Terry Dillon sscalechooch@... wrote: I agree, lets start another  controversy  :)   I have a loop of 50 ft and several yard tracks.  over the first year of operation with about 35 captive cars (all

{S-Scale List} Re: air eraser

2012-09-14 Thread trainsjeep88
Have had good sucess removing decals? from the cab portion of Hartoy trucks with a pencil eraser. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bill Lane bill@... wrote: I did have a PAASCHE air eraser. Picture an air brush that shoots abrasive media. It worked OK - not great when new but not as

{S-Scale List} Re: new layout photos

2012-09-12 Thread trainsjeep88
All very nice. Thanks for the pictures. Re REA blding dock over hang roof. As I remember most roofs over hung cars so that rain/snow water would go from dock roof to car roof and then down our collers as we unloaded. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bill Lane bill@... wrote: I have

Re: {S-Scale List} Dock details

2012-09-08 Thread trainsjeep88
Maybe the angle of the photo? Have seen more than one overhead door hit from lift operator having mast raised too high. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, John Degnan Scaler164@... wrote: Looks like that poor guy and his forklift are permanently stuck on that dock... because based

{S-Scale List} Re: What's up?

2012-09-06 Thread trainsjeep88
Hope Jace is OK. Had interesting info re older items. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Thomas Baker bakert@... wrote: During the winter, throughout the spring, and into the summer, posts from Jace Kahn showed up on the list. For the last three months though nothing from him. What

{S-Scale List} Re: new sidewalk for passenger area

2012-09-03 Thread trainsjeep88
Been using worn out dentist tools for many years and find them to be very useful for many train projects. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Michael Eldridge meldridge@... wrote: I wonder if a scaler from your dentist would work. I asked the hygienist for old tools, and she gave me about

{S-Scale List} Re: Questions questions questions!

2012-08-28 Thread trainsjeep88
Not mentioned here but a few of us older still use DC and have found that PULSE POWER works better for older models. Still running a TECH II made for HO I think. Small amount of track. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Ed Loizeaux@... wrote: rcovington92 wrote: A. What is the

Re: {S-Scale List} Chinese Steam 1, Japanese cars 0

2012-08-27 Thread trainsjeep88
Years ago saw a program about ships sinking off the NJ coast long years ago. Several locos were lost that were being shipped south from maybe somewhere in New England. Apperantly too deep to salvage? Wonder how many went to the bottom over the years? Also wonder how many logging locos were

{S-Scale List} Fred Schlegel

2012-08-26 Thread trainsjeep88
Hi, Anyone have email address for Fred? Thanks. Stan Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go

{S-Scale List} Re: Pacific Rail Shops ( Gold Coast)

2012-08-23 Thread trainsjeep88
Enjoyed story/article. Enjoyed the kits over the years. Thanks very much. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Tom Hawley t.hawley@... wrote: - Original Message - From: Ed The S Sig's web site has the complete history of Pacific Rail Shops (PRS). Click here to read it:

{S-Scale List} Re: Tom's SHS rail

2012-08-19 Thread trainsjeep88
Does the SHS turn out work with scale and hi rail? thanks stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bill Lane bill@... wrote: Tom's Turnouts were developed using SHS rail. When the SHS rail only started drying up Tom turned to having customers send flex track to cannibalize. I am guilty of that

{S-Scale List} Re: Light Mike test

2012-08-18 Thread trainsjeep88
Nice!! Can you drill the gearbox housing, lube, and plug? Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bill Lane bill@... wrote: This is a Light Mike I just finished installing a Tsunami in. Just when you think you have it all figured out something you didn't see hits you. I use RailMaster

{S-Scale List} Re: Pictures of Jerry Holmes' Railroad

2012-08-11 Thread trainsjeep88
REALY REALLY a super vidio of a super layout. Thanks very much foe sharing. The coal train is impressive and revives the question re the peaked end NW that SHS were going to do? Are they in the works since SHS was sold? Thanks and have a great weekend. Stan --- In

{S-Scale List} Re: transjee...@yahoo.com (stan)

2012-08-06 Thread trainsjeep88
Hi, Sorry about Yahoo??? Please try sb...@verizon.net Thanks. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, clipper841@... clipper841@... wrote: group: if anyone knows this individual, can you advise him that his email account has been cancelled by yahoo, he is evidently unaware of this

{S-Scale List} Re: Milwaukee Road GP20 model photos

2012-08-05 Thread trainsjeep88
Please advise where pictures are posted? Thanks very much. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Michael wsmwrr@... wrote: I have posted some photos of my current project a Milwaukee Road GP20 (number TBD) The photos show the modified front truck gear tower and the chopping of the short

Re: {S-Scale List} It was 50 years ago today

2012-07-30 Thread trainsjeep88
Card table has been in the closet so many years that I don't know if the legs will fold down? Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bob Werre bob@... wrote: Well, next convention you'll get to sit at the adult tables, Bill! I remember so well the card table for us kids! The

{S-Scale List} Re: Serious Ops on an AF layout

2012-07-28 Thread trainsjeep88
Not traditional but Flyer runs good on DC with a Radio Shack diode??? in place of the F N R unit. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Pieter Roos pieter_roos@... wrote: Well, of course you can operate with non-scale models. You could operate with wood blocks. Back in the 1950's, a

{S-Scale List} White Cab Over Road Tractors

2012-07-27 Thread trainsjeep88
In addition to Aroroa sometime back Winross also made this. Several years back I purchased cab shells from a hobby shop that advertised them on ebay in the Winross section. Have not checked the section in a year or two but maybe they still are on Cabs work good with Hartoy frames and

Re: {S-Scale List} REA Building My friend Gus

2012-07-26 Thread trainsjeep88
Several on ebay this past week. one went for $15 + $5 shipping. The White cab over is a shade small and the Ford tractor is a shade large for 1/64. Nice models. I do like the ones done by Pazan better. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Thomas Baker bakert@... wrote: Bill, Those

{S-Scale List} Re: Now Shell tank truck with White COE

2012-07-26 Thread trainsjeep88
Are the Hotwheels correct size or small?Some of the Hotwheel 3/16 items are small for 3/16. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Don Thompson don@... wrote: When these came out, I had Hoquat order them for me. I know he has extras... Don On Jul 26, 2012, at 6:53 PM, lne1957 wrote:

{S-Scale List} Home Page

2012-07-25 Thread trainsjeep88
New picture looks great! Stan Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to:

{S-Scale List} Minature Trucks Inc Benton Harbor Michigan

2012-07-22 Thread trainsjeep88
Looking for Land O Lakes tractor trailor or kit mfgd in the late 40s or early 50s by above. sb...@verizon.net Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings: Individual

{S-Scale List} Re: Farming Equipment, etc -was need manufacturer

2012-07-22 Thread trainsjeep88
NICE! Like the barn. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Roy royhoffman@... wrote: Living in the country has inspired me to acquire a lot of ERTL stuff and put it to use. I created a web page to show what can be done with some of the ERTL 1:64 products.

{S-Scale List} Eastern Model RR Supply (was Re: The Monon Shop and so on!)

2012-07-21 Thread trainsjeep88
Thanks very much for the info. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, scale S only scalesonly@... wrote: Bill’s Train Shop was an active participant in South Wind Models. The Bill in the shop name is Bill Wade. He moved his stuff to West Virginia and you can find him under

{S-Scale List} Eastern Model RR Supply (was Re: The Monon Shop and so on!)

2012-07-20 Thread trainsjeep88
Purchased ladders and several other hardware items a year or two back on ebay that were shipped from Montana and I think were stock someone??? had gotten back in time from Eastern. They advertised quite a quanity of some items on ebay. Maybe the Eastern people Years ago bought items

{S-Scale List} Re: layout access

2012-07-17 Thread trainsjeep88
Duck unders are a pain in lots places other than back. Also narrow isles built years ago when younger and trimmer are a pain too. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bill Lane bill@... wrote: Bill, Layout access was job #1 for me. Nothing else was more important. It kept me from

{S-Scale List} printed sides

2012-07-16 Thread trainsjeep88
Does anyone purchase/use the printed car sides that are on ebay s scale? Seems to be a large volume for sale. What/how are they used?Also, the s scale Army GMC advertised on ebay as 1/64 is much smaller, maybe 1/72 or smaller. Stan Yahoo!

{S-Scale List} Re: printed sides

2012-07-16 Thread trainsjeep88
AMEN!!! Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bill Lane bill@... wrote: Stan, I wish those paper car sides were NOT listed on eBay **on a daily basis** when surfing the S category. There are easily 100 listings. I can't imagine anyone is buying them. They just clog up and slow my

Re: {S-Scale List} track

2012-07-13 Thread trainsjeep88
wheels on the new AF track. Roy From: trainsjeep88 trainsjeep88@ Reply-To: S-Scale S-Scale@yahoogroups.com Date: Fri, 13 Jul 2012 01:33:11 + To: S-Scale S-Scale@yahoogroups.com Subject: {S-Scale List} track Anyone tried scale wheels on the new AF track

{S-Scale List} track

2012-07-12 Thread trainsjeep88
Anyone tried scale wheels on the new AF track? The scale items I have run fine on SHS track but don't have any of the new Flyer to try? Pictures look similar to SHS? Do they line up and hook together? Thanks.Stan Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit

{S-Scale List} JACE

2012-07-09 Thread trainsjeep88
Did anyone ever hear from or know what has happened to Jace? maybe I missed it?? Thanks. Stan Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings: Individual Email |

{S-Scale List} Re: JACE

2012-07-09 Thread trainsjeep88
Thanks very much. He always seem to have good info and comments re older S items. Think he had been in O for a long time? Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, ctxmf74 ctxm@... wrote: --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, trainsjeep88 trainsjeep88@ wrote: Did anyone ever hear from

{S-Scale List} Re:Off topic live steam

2012-07-09 Thread trainsjeep88
Really super trains and video. I think Joe Scales went to live steam when he left S ??? Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Bob Werre bob@... wrote: Guys Gals: Here's a link to a 'steam up' held several years ago. It's stuff like this that is likely to help our hobby survive.

{S-Scale List} Re: S Helper 2-8-0 Min Radius

2012-07-06 Thread trainsjeep88
The scale version that I have runs OK on the 20in?, smallest radius SHS track. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, richgajnak rustytraque@... wrote: --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, rcovington92 rcovington92@ wrote: Can someone please tell me what the min radius of S helpers 2-8-0 is?

{S-Scale List} Jace Kahn [spelling?]

2012-07-04 Thread trainsjeep88
Have not seen post from Jace in a while??? Use to see often and enjoyed knowledge of older SStan Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings: Individual Email |

{S-Scale List} NW and Southern peaked end hoppers

2012-06-29 Thread trainsjeep88
Anyone know if new owner of SHS will produce. SHS had said they were working before the China problem developed. Thanks. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email settings:

{S-Scale List} Re: Fed Ex, UPS or post office vehicle in S

2012-06-27 Thread trainsjeep88
REA vehicles per Bill Lanes photo regularly appear on S scale ebay. one on there now. --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, John Albee johnalbee03@... wrote: I guess the subject line about says it...wondering if anyone knows of these vehicles in 1/64?   John A. Albee, Realtor 

{S-Scale List} yahoo

2012-02-06 Thread trainsjeep88
Anyone else having trouble get post to fly? says not posting due to bounce? don't know if this will fly or not Stan Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ * Your email

{S-Scale List} air horns

2012-02-06 Thread trainsjeep88
cut up HO air horns work good for S trucks etc. Looking for Land O Lakes tractor trailer kit or assembled by Minature Trucks, Benton Harbor Mich. Made in late 40s early 50s. thanks. sbh38@ verizon.net Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the

{S-Scale List} Re: Speeder Wheels

2011-11-04 Thread trainsjeep88
Rollie Please contact me at sb...@verizon.net Thanks Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Rollain Mercier raleigh15@... wrote: and he notes - Speeder wheels are generally 14 in diameter. Here's a link to more info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speeder#Dimensions Raleigh in Sunneigh

{S-Scale List} Re: 3-Axle Trucks,

2011-11-01 Thread trainsjeep88
Great pictures. Please contact mesb...@verizon.net thanks. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, Rollain Mercier raleigh15@... wrote: and he notes - Here's a good site with photos of a Southern 250 ton crane in action: http://www.carknocker.com/Derrick.html Scroll down and hit

{S-Scale List} Re: just curious

2011-10-29 Thread trainsjeep88
Bill, Excuse me. If you read the last paragraph of message 80183 it seems to me Gerry was inviting work for other project besides the speeder. I have recieved a very prompt and informative email from Gerry which I appreciate very much. Sorry if this bothered you. Stan --- In

{S-Scale List} Re: Speeder et al

2011-10-28 Thread trainsjeep88
Any interest in a limited run of handrail upright stantions to fit old Miller switcher? If so contact me @ sb...@verizon.net Thanks. Stan --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, ghslaw31 cgsiegel@... wrote: Thanks for the responses and just so the record is clear I am a devotee of sour mash

{S-Scale List} Re: Speeder et al

2011-10-28 Thread trainsjeep88
interested if I could get a good power trucks and sideframes. I could use (1) set of stations. Dave -Original Message- From: S-Scale@yahoogroups.com [mailto:S-Scale@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of trainsjeep88 Sent: Friday, October 28, 2011 11:33 AM To: S-Scale@yahoogroups.com

Re: {S-Scale List} Sealing laser cut buildings

2011-10-18 Thread trainsjeep88
WOW!!! --- In S-Scale@yahoogroups.com, WJJIM@... wrote: In a message dated 10/18/2011 6:04:41 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, t.hawley@... writes: - Original Message - From: WJJIM@... Thanks to the Feds for forcing latex ( water based ) paints on us. GOD

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