Ted Culotta wrote: Now we are talking! Sign me up! Richard would agree too, especially the part about the sommelier, but won't be replying as he is on the highway right now. Tony Thompson

Anthony Thompson wrote: Yeah, true enough. Ok, here's what I was thinking: (1) There is expertise on this list, if not for actual contributions perhaps active (or the occasional) review and

Jim wrote (in part): Finally - I'd also like some kind of operational data tossed into the mix as well - stuff like which wheels have problems with which existing turnouts, etc. From actual

Remember when the introduction of the Branchline 50' box car kits was stalled... a long time? And I griped (I must have been in an especially gripy mood) because Ed Hawkins' related articles for RMJ

Mike, Call me curious, but is there another issue (operational) that's causing you to spend time on this??) -- or is it simple idle curiousity??? And, before anyone spends an inordinate amount of

Schuyler Larrabee writes: As I noted...I hope...long ago in this thread, I refer to the NMRA definition of Code 88, Code 110 or any other code as defined in RP-25. While the NMRA Code 88 wheel DOES

Another factor is with computer aided manufacturing cutting a new mold insert is not starting from scratch like it once was. It still isn't a trivial undertaking, but you aren't relying on the art of

Charlie Vlk, probably moving quickly to dodge incoming, says: While I agree with the notion of making up one's own mind as to the acceptability of a model, I also appreciate knowing that, in the

Schuyler wrote Because each of the 8 variations of the PS-1 has 10 to 50 possible paint schemes, and many different owners. Can you say that about the 1932 ARA box? From Ted's tally it looks like

I'll chime in with a different approach to this topic ... Background ... one of the things that differentiates two wheelsets is the shape of the curve where the flange meets the tread. Pick up

Dennis Storzek notes: Actually I can measure quite closely...having extremely good close up eyesight. What I cannot do is tell exactly where "W" extends to on the flange...thus, making my

I saw a relatively late notice that Al and Patricia planned to be there but nothing of Martin. Jerry Glow Lofton will be at the Timonium show this weekend? festival and 70 degree weather predicted

In a message dated 3/27/2006 5:32:50 PM Central Standard Time, STMFC@... writes: And, when someone has a run of cars produced, and they don't sell well (because the "word on the street"

Hello all, Does anyone know if Al and Patricia Westerfield and/or Martin Lofton will be at the Timonium show this weekend? I have some family obligations a birthday and, with the Cherry festival

In a message dated 3/27/2006 5:32:50 PM Central Standard Time, STMFC@... writes: Our best course of action here is to vigorously support those like Kadee, Branchline, and Proto 2000 who

Branchline's molds are all aluminum. FWIW, we have some common molds that have well over 400,000 shots on them now with no or minimal re-working. We also have a few that have 10 (yes, ten) or less

> I find it even more fascinating that the Reboxx and Intermountain measurements aren't identical - which leads me to believe the issue is with the measurer, not the measuree (the

The key point is that a wiki is reader- or member-contributed. (Not sure etymology of "wiki".) Wikipedia is a large project, an encyclopedia consisting of wikis on many topics. There are also

Not me. The trick is to not open your mouth unless you have something to add. I put my foot in my mouth less often that way. It's also harder to be exposed as a fraud. How much does this committee

Marty, As I recall, Al posted that he would be there. Chuck Hladik