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    New Fangled Diesels

    OK, I went to the museum yesterday and had a good day. First, I got to help the engineer inspect, get ready, and start the EMD MRS-1. It takes 2 to start it! I learned qute a bit during that 30 minutes. Here's the link to this loco. http://www.sdrm.org/roster/diesel/d-1820/index.html After...
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    San Diego Railroad Museum

    Had the opportunity yesterday to visit the San Diego Railroad Museum. Glass case displays are at a minimum but there are around 80 pieces of rolling stock. The short train ride is 1 1/2 hours ($12) and you can ride in the cab ($25). A tour of the restoration shops is given after the ride and I...
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    Story of the C & M RR

    I wasn't going to post tis because it is rather lengthy, however it may help to paint a picture for you. So, presented here for your entertainment is the story of the C & M RR.Chris’ Model Railroad October 1957 You are on vacation and find yourself downtown in a small city which is...
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    Need someone to develop track plan

    Here are the requirements: Room: 9’ 4” X 6’ 8” usable. 0 elevation = 54” Eye level = 68” Scale: HOn3 Trains: One 3 or 4 car freight or mixed train plus locomotive, tender, and caboose every couple of days. One 4 or 5 car passenger train every day and twice a day on weekends and holidays...