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A Rock Island freight run rumbling down the rails in sunny conditions.
Pair of diesel units doing their task.
Great weather in Iowa.
Birds singing their hearts out.
Pine tree scents fill the air out here.
Look at her go.
Horn blasts echo all around the valley.
What a great day to railfan.
Great place to hike and take in the fresh air.
Hours and hours of fun here in Iowa.
Leased caboose from New Jersey.
What a joy to see her in action.
It is a heck of a day here in Des Moines Iowa.
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Posted - March 21 2017 : 8:09:09 PM
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PGW observation car named The Cape May Seacrest at a station stop in Folsom New Jersey.
She departs the station with a Greyhound bus waiting to continue her trip to Atlantic City New Jersey.
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* Richie; Now that is a great looking Greyhound bus. perfect HO dcale.
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Posted - March 22 2017 : 01:13:23 AM
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PGW observation car named The Cape May Seacrest at a station stop in Folsom New Jersey.
She departs the station with a Greyhound bus waiting to continue her trip to Atlantic City New Jersey.
Originally posted by wks - March 20 2017 : 5:06:53 PM
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* Richie; Now that is a great looking Greyhound bus. perfect HO dcale.
frank
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I agree & I want one!! 
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Posted - March 22 2017 : 6:41:41 PM
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We see the popular Greyhound bus again in action near the Jersey shore.
Traveling side by side with a local trolley bound for Lindenwold New Jersey.
Near nightfall as both enter Lindenwold.
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Posted - March 22 2017 : 6:47:20 PM
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Spring is here. Time to show a classic scene.
Union Pacific fan trip using equipment painted in colors for a popular heritage railroad in Colorado. Photo taken last spring in Golden Colorado during a local spring festival there in beautiful weather.
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Posted - March 23 2017 : 7:31:26 PM
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Amtrak number 72 en route to Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.
Engine 314 leads a four car set.
Great day to view the wonderful scenery.
Delicious food served on board.
Fresh air all around us.
Train slows down as she approaches a wide curve.
She sure is a beauty.
Photos taken at Tyrone Pennsylvania.
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Posted - March 27 2017 : 4:33:07 PM
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Looks like a great ride! Across the Atlantic, medieval re-enactors
gather at Castle Bamburgh.
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Posted - March 27 2017 : 7:35:06 PM
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A medieval re-enactor debarks the train at Castle Bamburgh.
https://youtu.be/OwDVFsdOHqY
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Posted - March 30 2017 : 6:48:09 PM
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Interesting equipment you saw Jeff. Enjoyable video as well. These next photos show a short freight run in action recently.
Boston and Maine set around a sharp curve.
Horns blaring as she approaches a road crossing.
Passing a tower near Palmer Massachusetts.
She speeds ahead on this straight section of the run.
Various stock cars make up this set.
Nightfall is near as she continues her run toward Boston.
Colorful set of cars on this run.
Borrowed Santa Fe caboose has all the amenities a crew could ask for.
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Posted - March 30 2017 : 7:05:17 PM
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Let us make this a two for Thursday with more photos.
New Haven short set in action yesterday.
Rebuilt GG unit runs great with an improved braking system.
Fresh coffee from this company for years.
Colorful car.
Popular products for years.
Some box cars in the mix.
Workers keeping their balance as the cars bounce along this route.
Another product line that has sold well for years.
Pusher engine needed for the steep grade levels here in Waterville Connecticut.
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Posted - March 30 2017 : 8:58:29 PM
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maaaan there are THREE in there I needs, wks!
well 5 but don't need the locos atm 
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Posted - March 31 2017 : 5:22:18 PM
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Some evening photos to change the pace.
Quiet time in Landisville Pennsylvania.
Church bells break the silence of the night.
From a distance various train sounds signal the local is nearby.
She arrives on time with few passengers.
Minutes later she departs eastward toward Philadelphia Pennsylvania.
Hours later the horn of an engine resonates its distinct sound thru the night.
After she departs quiet time resumes in this peaceful area of Pennsylvania.
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Posted - April 02 2017 : 11:05:18 AM
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Wow, a whole new genre of photography. Very nice work, WKS. A whole new
portrait of light. Really outside the box.
A battered old GEEP makes the rounds.
While a Domino Sugar Freight squeaks through East Hampton, Massachusetts.
More sugar. Or as MB would say, "MOAR."
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Posted - April 04 2017 : 2:27:09 PM
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Interesting unit you saw Jeff. These solar units were former trolley cars converted to solar power.
Another pleasant day in the valley.
Another unit ready to pick up passengers.
Photos taken at Lee Massachusetts.
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Posted - April 04 2017 : 2:38:36 PM
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| oh I gotta find the Market St one someday cause it does remind me of San Francisco hehe
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Posted - April 05 2017 : 3:22:44 PM
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A few views from Britain, 1927. A coal rake rumbles past Castle Bamburgh. There is
a medieval re-enactment going on. Note the ticket booth. A Southern 4-4-0 is
shouldering the load.
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Posted - April 05 2017 : 6:46:55 PM
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Beautiful engine and freight cars by Castle Bamburgh Jeff. These next photos show some cable cars converted to solar power near San Francisco California.
The child is fascinated with the car.
Photos taken near Sausalito California.
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Posted - April 06 2017 : 12:47:04 AM
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When last in the Bay City, I would spend hours going up, and then
going down. Provided a pleasant diversion, as I am sure it did
100 years prior.
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Posted - April 07 2017 : 3:28:57 PM
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We see some PCC units in action.
Another sunny day in the valley.
Colors reflect off the brilliant sunshine.
Location is just outside beautiful Lenox Massachusetts.
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Posted - April 07 2017 : 7:14:35 PM
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A day at the museum...
https://youtu.be/kkcu2DtPVK8
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Posted - April 11 2017 : 09:13:13 AM
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Nice video Jeff. These photos show LIRR freight run 275 rumbling eastward.
Switcher 809 doing her duties today on another nice day.
Early morning action here on the east end of Long Island.
Scenic area of Jamesport NY.
Borrowed caboose from MKT Railroad.
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Posted - April 13 2017 : 7:15:45 PM
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A commuter run passes another small town in the Midwest.
Shiny unit with a three car consist rumbling thru town.
She speeds ahead on this smooth section of track.
Sunny conditions sure bring out her colors as she flies by.
Recently repainted with stunning results.
There she goes leaving Kenwood Arkansas.
Some miles later she passes a tower at Russellville Arkansas.
Speeds even faster on this stretch of track.
She sure is a gorgeous set to see.
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Posted - April 13 2017 : 11:50:29 PM
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| who made the chromey ATSF loco?
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Posted - April 14 2017 : 09:58:44 AM
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Bachmann Industries built the engine Ben. This photo is from last year.
Holiday trolley at Bethlehem Pennsylvania.
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Posted - April 18 2017 : 5:29:53 PM
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Penn Central commuter run in action.
Passing thru the bucolic scene of Tyrone Pennsylvania.
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Posted - April 18 2017 : 7:38:03 PM
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| Sweet looking ride!
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Posted - April 20 2017 : 7:25:46 PM
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Looks comfortable to ride in Jeff. Penn Central provides excellent service in that region. We see a freight run in Ansonia Connecticut on a misty rainy day in southern New England.
Time to get a coke and pizza meal.
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Posted - April 22 2017 : 12:46:57 PM
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A commuter run passes another small town in the Midwest.
Originally posted by wks - April 13 2017 : 7:15:45 PM
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who made the loco?
cause I has the chromey caboose
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Posted - April 22 2017 : 7:48:59 PM
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A commuter run passes another small town in the Midwest.
Originally posted by wks - April 13 2017 : 7:15:45 PM
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That's an n scale bachmann
who made the loco?
cause I has the chromey caboose
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Posted - April 26 2017 : 4:42:52 PM
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That engine is made by Bachmann Industries Ben. Another engine built by Bachmann was making a delivery in Indiana recently.
Another fun day in Huntington Indiana watching trains pass by.
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Posted - April 26 2017 : 9:17:58 PM
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Ok here is a old photo of my roundhouse full of working steam locos. Lots of camelbacks can be seen
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Posted - April 27 2017 : 09:58:35 AM
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Nice view of those engines Frank. We return to Huntington for more railfan action.
Excellent day to view trains.
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Posted - April 29 2017 : 4:11:58 PM
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Warm weather has arrived here in the eastern United States. A cool idea is to show a late winter scene a few months ago.
A delivery at Santa's Village in Bethlehem New Hampshire.
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Posted - May 01 2017 : 2:32:52 PM
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Steam in the Poconos.
Photos taken near Kingsley Pennsylvania.
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Posted - May 02 2017 : 4:32:48 PM
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At a stop in Hallstead Pennsylvania.
Ready to depart.
Headed to Binghamton New York.
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Posted - May 04 2017 : 7:01:40 PM
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Amtrak arriving on track number one.
Partly sunny day in paradise.
Horn blasts as she rounds the curve.
A colorful sight for sure.
Sweet smell of pine trees in this bucolic area.
Ready for passengers on track number one.
Ready to depart Granville Pennsylvania.
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Posted - May 05 2017 : 09:24:18 AM
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| Nice use of angles.
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Posted - May 09 2017 : 7:04:30 PM
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Noodling around with some video clips, looking for an excuse to
use this cute Max Brodie song. Nothing would be finer than coasting
down the Hudson River...
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Posted - May 11 2017 : 7:01:44 PM
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Interesting video Jeff. We see one of the Train Of Many Colors sets in action near Toledo Ohio.
Perhaps other members have seen similar sets in their areas.
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Posted - May 13 2017 : 3:04:22 PM
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A familiar steam engine is returning to her home rails in Tennessee.
Her performance is flawless since she received major work at Frankford Maintenance Shops in Bergen Point New Jersey. Photo taken recently with overcast skies in Roanoke Virginia.
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A delivery of special goods near Wilmington Delaware.
Delicious and tasty products for sale.
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Posted - May 15 2017 : 7:48:29 PM
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** Here a 4-6-0 steam locomotive #4301 waits at Bergen Point Station.
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Posted - May 18 2017 : 7:07:54 PM
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Cute steam engine you saw Frank. Another steam engine is in action on a warm day in Illinois.
She is pulling a three car consist near Chicago Illinois.
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We see a railfan trip with guests from Kansas enjoying the beauty of the Poconos.
Sunny day in eastern Pennsylvania.
Pine tree scents are everywhere for all to enjoy.
Quietly rounding the curves in this bucolic section of the Poconos.
Everyone enjoys the tranquil ride with scenery to match.
She exits Tobyhanna Pennsylvania with grace.
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A familiar engine is settled in her surroundings doing her daily duties.
Two years of continued reliable performance surprises no one.
She pulls a passenger set that offers comfortable service with very affordable fares.
Later she stops at a local station on time as usual.
Increasing cloud cover is evident here in Windsor England. PGW president Sir Catford Ken has kept her lettering which is popular with local residents.
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Another sunny day in the Hudson Valley gives us some nice views.
NYC Hudson type engine moving various freight cars to their destinations.
She is passing thru Montrose New York with her distinct whistles.
Tasty products for the local residents awaits.
Dairy products for the young and not so young will soon reach their destination.
Other people prefer the sweet taste of this product.
More tasty items are in this colorful car.
Leaving Montrose New York heading south toward New York City.
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Posted - May 22 2017 : 3:32:48 PM
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no caboose? BOOOOO!! 
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Many short sets do not need a caboose Ben. The crew in the engine can handle the tasks just as well without one. Another set was seen recently in Thurmont Maryland.
Waiting for a signal change.
Motors are getting louder as she starts slowly.
Blasts her horns as she approaches a private grade crossing.
Coal for the residents of this area.
Horn sounds echo thru the valley as she departs.
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Posted - May 23 2017 : 8:52:47 PM
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Interesting State of Maine box. I'd not known it to roll under the auspices
of that grand old Class I, NY,NH & H. Also reminded of "The Great Potato
Freeze" of about 1976, or thereabouts, when great strings of potato reefers
were allowed to run out of fuel and freeze up, destroying a majority of
Maine's potato crop that year, in the Selkirk yard. That, alas, under the auspices of the poor old Penn Central. Ran a lot of potato farmers out of business that year, and most of the harvest now goes by truck.
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Fortunately Penn Central thrives in this alternate universe Jeff. They are well respected throughout the land. One of their improvements show that they purchased some old New York City subway cars and rebuilt them as solar powered units for use in various communities. We visit one such area to see them in action with their splendid colors.
Set of cars enter the village of Pineville Pennsylvania.
Sleek with improved performance for decades to come.
Quaint station at this picturesque village in beautiful Pennsylvania.
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