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    Train World

    Hello all.. I have been looking at the MRR advertiser Train World located in Long island NY and found that they had a lot of great prices on some items of interest to me. Before I placed my order, I decided to goto my LHS to see if I could get a heads up on this HS before i placed an order.. My...
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    Strasburg PA Weekend

    Hello all: Spent the weekend in Lancaster PA this weekend and did it the right way - woo hoo.. First stop, Made reservations for a 2 nite stay at the Red Caboose Hotel, If you haven't stayed there yet, I highly recommend it.... When we were there, Major storm ripped through ( Nor easter )...
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    " More powerful than a locomotive "

    Ok Boys and Girls, I need some help here for a friend of mine that is a Superman fan. Does anyone know the make and model of the locomotives used in the original, "Adventures of Superman".. The only info that I have gotten so far is : "The train seen in the opening sequence for the first 2...
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    Bachman Dynamis system

    hi guys - i recieved an email from the folks of bachman UK announcing their new wireless ( infra red ) DCC system, It looks pretty neat , the price has not yet been announced for the UK and the US delivery date is uncertain at this time. What do you guys think of this system , even if it were...
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    Immediate Inspection For CSX Trains

    Immediate Inspection For CSX Trains (CBS/AP) RENSSELAER, N.Y. The head of the Federal Railroad Administration said Monday that recent derailments of CSX trains in New York have raised "real and serious questions" about the company's safety programs and ordered an immediate inspection of 1,300...
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    More people That just don't get it..

    From time to time I have placed articles on THE GAUGE re: justice on the gauge, etc... Now here is a story about some prank that could lead to charges of Domestic terrorism.. These Kids are Playing with fire and the big guys will catch them. Trespassing on America's Railroads' and planting a...
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    Bailey Yard and Google Earth

    While on Google Earth - i researched the Bailey Yard in North Platte , Nebraska - I located the Bailey Yard - The Center most Hub of the Union Pacific Railroad... If anyone is looking for ideas for a total switching layout with Hump Yards, Ladies and Gentlemen, This is your ultimate layout. If...
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    Little Rascals

    Fellows i stumbled upon an oldie but goodie - an episode of the Little rascals, " railroadin' " . It shows the Gang up to their mischievous ways on various steam locomotives and turntables. All this equipment appears to be "new" at the time. A worthwhile episode to see if you have the time...
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    Justice prevails for the Gauge !!!

    I guess this chick believed that her 2005 BMW X3 is impervious to a locomotive - What an idiot !!! I hope this article woke alot of people up. Home News Tribune Online 02/16/07 Driver hit by train issued summonses :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb...
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    Wikipedia Rulz !!!!

    Hello all, While researching on the WWW for a certain rail station in Pennsylvania, One search sent me to a Wikipedia site concerning this station / railyard... Well after finding out what i needed, I was on this site for about 2 hours just looking at other sites that were related to the...
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    " o " gauge magazines

    Does anyone know of any O gauge subscription based magazines? My big brother is getting his feet wet again with model RR and is interested in O gauge. He is jealous of my HO layout and my Model RailRoad Magazine, and has asked me about the O gauge magazine. Thanx again for you help !!!!
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    A note about dads trains and toys

    Hi all: I havent been online or on THE GAUGE as of late. My dad, my best friend, passed away three weeks ago and I have yet to come to grasp with his loss. Even the simplest things have been very difficult for me as of late. Dad lived a great unselfish, caring life and he passed away peacefully...
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    Some inexpensive tools - traveling tool sale

    Hello gang, I must admit that i have an addiction, an addiction to tools. This weekend at my local National Guard Armory, about four tractor trailers of tools and such arrived in Woodbridge NJ to sell their wares."Homier - America's premier mobile merchant" pulled in with tons of tools ...
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    Railroad Ownership

    Just a few thoughts that came to mind while reading some posts. Id like to get some thoughts from the membership on how they feel about actually letting other people work on their own personal work ( layout, buildings, scenery, etc..) . Personally I would appreciate someone coming over my house...
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    model.railroads@gmail.com

    hello all : I received this letter from the above mentioned website, has anyone ever heard of these guys and what do you think of their information. "Sometimes, it's all about the tools! Isn't it? Usually the difference between a pro and an amateur is basic training, practice, and then...
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    Dubuque Iowa

    Howdy folks - My wife had to relocate to Dubuque Iowa to tend to some family issues. Upon researching housing options out there, she has found many sweet deals out there. Sooo.... Using her sweet charm and great attitude, She has convinced me to pack up the station wagon and move west.. Actually...
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    Lost Threads

    Has anyone noticed that some of the threads that they have posted have vanished? Case in point -Scoobyloven's thread with the heading of Long time no work, or something like that. There were several comments posted on this thread, and poof they are gone :cry: , I know that a few more threads...
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    Your Local Hobby Shop

    I just wanted to start this thread to get everyones take on their local hobby shop. I buy most of my stuff from ebay and walthers, mostly online sources. Recently I physically visited a LHS in Piscataway NJ. It is called the "Model Railroad Shop". It is a relatively small store, packed to the...
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    Club in Woodbridge NJ???

    Has anyone ever started a model railroading club? Just wondering.. I was thinking of finding people in my area with similar interests in model railroading to get together once in awhile (real time ) and grab a coffee or beer.. Im located in Woodbridge NJ. IfAnyone is interested, please feel free...
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    Great TrainExpo in NJ

    If anyone is interested and live in the area, I copied my email to this post.Thanx Hope to see you there. Greenberg's Great Train & Toy Expo will be in Edison, NJ at the New Jersey Expo Center Saturday & Sunday August 12-13, 2006 Admission is just $7.00 for adults, and kids 11 and under are...
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