SoCalRailFan Forums http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums SoCalRailFan - Exploring Southern California Railroads. SoCalRail Fan is a free informational resource for Southern California Railfan including forums, maps, photos, timetables, news, discussion, Railfan, SoCalRailFan, Trains, Railroads, Union Pacific, Southern Pacific, BNSF, Trains, Southern California Trains, Southern California Train Fans, Tehachapi Pass, Cajon Pass, Barstow, photos, news, discussion, UP Subdivisions, BNSF Subdivisions, Fallen Flag Railroads en Fri, 18 May 2012 05:17:22 GMT vBulletin 60 http://socalrailfan.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg SoCalRailFan Forums http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums Jeff Abbott’s N Scale Espee Oregon Division http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5254&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 22:46:09 GMT One of the layouts tentatively scheduled for the 2012 PSR "The Ventura Flyer" Convention in September is Jeff Abbott’s N scale Espee Oregon Division. Jeff lives in Valencia, CA.

This is a late 1970s era railroad modeling a loose rendition of SP's Cascade Subdivision. The layout is 16' x 20' plus isles.

Jeff has a blog and a Photobucket album. The links are below, as is a link to the Convention website. Be sure to check out the photos of the scratch-build rotary dumper and the thirty-plus car beet rack accident. Track plans for both the lower and upper layout levels also are included.

Bob Chaparro
Moderator
Model Railroads Of Southern California
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Model_...rn_California/
Layout Tour Chairman
2012 PSR/NMRA Convention
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http://espeeoregondivision.blogspot.com/
http://s448.photobucket.com/albums/q...dsp/?start=all
http://www.psrconvention.org/ventura12/index.html ]]> Model Railroad Round Table thecitrusbelt http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5254 <![CDATA[COOP Grainery Get's New Life]]> http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5253&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 18:56:32 GMT A Canadian group of investors, Santa Fe and San Berdu County "Suits" took a look at a grainery located somewhere near Devore, Ca., and cut a deal to reopen a piece of Americana. A shortline railroad operator was contracted to handle switching and agreements made to install a switch to the mainline. Today we celebrate the grand opening, as The COOP, is open and ready for business.

The credit for construction of the COOP, grainery aka silos, goes to one Greg McGinnis. He was here to celebrate the arrival of the first Canadian grain cars (which I had purchased from him). A taco and Diet Dr. Pepper, was served. Oh we know how to celebrate. :rolleyes:

Here is a brief slide show: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6FyP...feature=g-hist

Now I need to get back out and finish up two stub end tracks and solder in some drop wires.

Never mind the tin shed as a backdrop. Geez, give me a break. I'l get'r done...I don't work as fast as I used to. :omg

Just in case I forgot to mention this...it's all N Scale.

Enjoy and have fun! ]]> Model Railroad Round Table BarstowRick http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5253 The Grand Canyon Excursion Train http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5252&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 03:28:47 GMT The Grand Canyon Excursion Train at Prado Today.:rolleyes: Image: http://www.railpictures.net/images/d1/0/9/7/2097.1337038825.jpg As I was standing here, a number of other people showed up and I realized that some of the people I was standing with I actually knew - I was originally preoccupied... The Grand Canyon Excursion Train at Prado Today.:rolleyes:




As I was standing here, a number of other people showed up and I realized that some of the people I was standing with I actually knew - I was originally preoccupied with figuring out my shot.

There was a bridge behind us and you were not supposed to park on the bridge (so said the signs) but as time went on, more and more cars ended up on the bridge.

I then heard someone mutter that "the Fullerton crowd has arrived and they don't care where they park."

I thought that was funny. ]]> (BNSF) San Bernardino Holloran Grade http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5252 Hello, from Big Bear Lake, Ca. http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5251&goto=newpost Sun, 13 May 2012 06:17:22 GMT Wow, I can actually post here... now. ThumbUp: Thanks!

Just taking a time out to introduce myself. I'ma Rick Howland, a hopeless rail fan and railroad modeler. I favor AT&SF, but also have a soft spot for the Rio Grande, Western Pacific, Union Pacific and Southern Pacific.

I noted that a fellow Big Bear Valley, railroad modeler john Acosta also post's here. It will be interesting to compare notes. Argue:

His layout is worth a visit...come up and see us sometime.

RickH aka hpwrick ]]> New Member Siding BarstowRick http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5251 Weather Warning - 3751 to Grand Canyon http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5250&goto=newpost Sat, 12 May 2012 16:53:22 GMT To all that are riding and chasing ATSF 3751 to AZ next week: Make sure you take plenty of water and other items to prepare for hot weather. THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN PHOENIX HAS ISSUED AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /10 AM PDT/ TO 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ EACH DAY... To all that are riding and chasing ATSF 3751 to AZ next week: Make sure you take plenty of water and other items to prepare for hot weather.

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN PHOENIX HAS ISSUED AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /10 AM PDT/ TO 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ EACH DAY BEGINNING SUNDAY AND CONTINUING THROUGH TUESDAY.

* AFFECTED AREA...THE LOWER DESERTS OF SOUTHWESTERN ARIZONA AND SOUTHEASTERN CALIFORNIA...INCLUDING YUMA...PARKER AND EL CENTRO.

* TEMPERATURE... HIGH TEMPERATURES WILL GENERALLY RANGE FROM 106 TO 110 DEGREES EACH AFTERNOON. SOME RELIEF IS EXPECTED DURING THE LATE EVENINGS AS TEMPERATURES DROP BACK INTO THE 70S AND 80S. THE WARMEST DAY IS EXPECTED TO BE MONDAY OR TUESDAY. ]]> JST3751 http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5250 Save 10% At The Train Crossing During The May 19 Layout Tour http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5249&goto=newpost Thu, 10 May 2012 20:36:27 GMT In addition to the special coupon offer by Milepost 38 for the May 12 layout tour there will be another offer available for the May 19 layout tour. John Amir of the Train Crossing in Costa Mesa has graciously agreed to support the May 19 layout tour with a promotional offer for those taking the... In addition to the special coupon offer by Milepost 38 for the May 12 layout tour there will be another offer available for the May 19 layout tour.

John Amir of the Train Crossing in Costa Mesa has graciously agreed to support the May 19 layout tour with a promotional offer for those taking the tour. The store will offer a 10 percent discount off all stock (excluding sale items) with a special coupon.

Here are the terms:
The one-day only coupon is valid on May 19, 2012
One coupon per customer or family (Spouses and children may not also use a
coupon)
May not be combined with any other offer
Only valid for persons taking the Layout Tour
Coupons may not be reproduced

Saturday Store Hours: 9:00 to 5:00
The Train Crossing
1089 Baker St # C, Costa Mesa, CA
(714) 549-1596

A limited number of coupons will be available at SOME of the layouts on the tour. The layouts with the coupons will not be announced so you need to hit the layout early. You will have to ask for them or look for them. Coupons will not be available at the Train Crossing.

Please thank Store Owner John Amir for his generous support of the hobby and our tour.

Bob Chaparro
Moderator
Model Railroads Of Southern California
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Model_...rn_California/ ]]> Model Railroad Round Table thecitrusbelt http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5249 iPhones and AmTrak http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5248&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 00:37:06 GMT This is some pretty forward-thinking by AmTrak:

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/07/te...vice.html?_r=1

Makes me wonder if regional services such as Metrolink are't too far behind. ]]> (Amtrak) mapexman007 http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5248 UP E-unit #942 restored http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5247&goto=newpost Mon, 07 May 2012 21:39:49 GMT At the Orange Empire Railway Museum: http://www.oerm.org/pages/up942.html John At the Orange Empire Railway Museum:

http://www.oerm.org/pages/up942.html

John ]]> josta http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5247 Antone know where this is? http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5246&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 23:38:15 GMT I haven't a clue. My mother-in-law's boyfriend (he is 85) told me his grandfather took this photo several years before he passed away, which was around 1910.
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]]> General Railroad Discussion SLOCONDR http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5246 See The Layouts, Save $5.00 At Milepost 38 Model Trains http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5245&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 20:12:04 GMT See The Layouts, Save $5.00 At Milepost 38 Model Trains

Jerry Keys of Milepost 38 Model Trains has graciously agreed to support next
Saturday's layout tour (see below) with a promotional offer for those taking the tour. The store will offer $5.00 off on any in-store purchase of $30.00 or more with a special coupon.

Here are the terms:
The one-day only coupon is valid on May 12, 2012
One coupon per customer or family (Spouses and children may not also use a coupon)
May not be combined with any other offer
Only valid for persons taking the Layout Tour
Coupons may not be reproduced

A limited number of coupons (approximately 120) will be available at SOME of the layouts on the tour. The layouts with the coupons will not be announced. You will have to ask for them or look for them. Coupons will not be available at Milepost 38.

Take your coupon to Milepost 38 Model Trains
5620 East Santa Ana Canyon Road, Anaheim
This is at the southwest corner of Imperial Highway and Santa Ana Canyon Road in the Von's Shopping Center.
Saturday Store Hours: 10:00 A.M. To 5:00 P.M.

Please thank Store Owner Jerry Keys for his generous support of the hobby and our tour.

Bob Chaparro
Moderator
Model Railroads Of Southern California
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Model_...rn_California/

The Tour List

Todd & Linda Brody (G)
11:00 to 5:00
10232 Overhill Drive, Santa Ana
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Terry Fearn ( HOn3)
1:00 to 5:00
7589 Calle Durango, Anaheim
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Bob Grech (HO)
10:00 to 5:00
17302 Elm Street, Fountain Valley
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Bruce Hendrick (HO)
10:00 to 1:00
605 Buttonwood Drive, Brea
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Dennis Ivison (On30)
10:00 to 4:00
9962 Lenore Drive, Garden Grove
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Frederick Kingdon (HO &O)
12:00 to 4:00
1608 Beechwood Ave., Fullerton
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Randy Scott (On3)
9:00 to 3:00
7908 E. Horseshoe Trail, Orange
All guests must enter at Chapman Ave.
entrance. Use call box.
+++
Dave Sheegog (G)
2:00 to 5:00
968 S. Ladan Lane, Anaheim
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Tommy Thomas (O, On3)
11:00 to 5:00
1232 Glenaire Drive, Santa Ana ]]> Model Railroad Round Table thecitrusbelt http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5245 Full Moon http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5243&goto=newpost Fri, 04 May 2012 18:26:55 GMT I was able to take advantage of the largest full moon of the year recently out near Needles. Here is a late afternoon shot from Arrowhead Junction.:D Attachment 18470 (http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=18470) I was able to take advantage of the largest full moon of the year recently out near Needles.

Here is a late afternoon shot from Arrowhead Junction.:D

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]]> (BNSF) Needles Holloran Grade http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5243 2nd Orange County (CA) Layout Tour – May 12 http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5242&goto=newpost Thu, 03 May 2012 17:44:41 GMT Model Railroads of Southern California’s thirty-first layout tour takes place Saturday, May 12. This will be a self-guided tour of ten layouts at nine locations in central and north Orange County. Two layouts are appearing for the first time on the group’s tour program. By scale there will be... Model Railroads of Southern California’s thirty-first layout tour takes place Saturday, May 12. This will be a self-guided tour of ten layouts at nine locations in central and north Orange County. Two layouts are appearing for the first time on the group’s tour program.

By scale there will be three HO scale layouts, one HOn3 layout, two layouts in O standard, one On3, one On30 and two garden railroads. This is a free event and you may bring relatives and friends.

The Layouts
Todd & Linda Brody (G)
11:00 to 5:00
10232 Overhill Drive, Santa Ana
+++
Terry Fearn ( HOn3)
1:00 to 5:00
7589 Calle Durango, Anaheim
+++
Bob Grech (HO)
10:00 to 5:00
17302 Elm Street, Fountain Valley
+++
Bruce Hendrick (HO)
10:00 to 1:00
605 Buttonwood Drive, Brea
+++
Dennis Ivison (On30)
10:00 to 4:00
9962 Lenore Drive, Garden Grove
+++
Frederick Kingdon (HO &O)
12:00 to 4:00
1608 Beechwood Ave., Fullerton
+++
Randy Scott (On3)
9:00 to 3:00
7908 E. Horseshoe Trail, Orange
All guests must enter at Chapman Ave.
entrance. Use call box.
+++
Dave Sheegog (G)
2:00 to 5:00
968 S. Ladan Lane, Anaheim
+++
Tommy Thomas (O, On3)
11:00 to 5:00
1232 Glenaire Drive, Santa Ana
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Persons taking this tour assume all risks and liability for their personal safety. Although I am the Moderator of this group, I am not responsible for personal loss or injury to those taking this tour.

Be sure to check the Model Railroads of Southern California website the day before the tour to see if any changes to the schedule or layout lineup have occurred.

If you would like layout descriptions and an area map with the locations of all the layouts, e-mail me directly at:
chiefbobbb@verizon.net

Bob Chaparro
Moderator
Model Railroads of Southern California
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Model_...rn_California/

P.S.: I am working with a railroad hobby shop in the tour area on a special promotion that will be available ONLY to persons who take the tour and ONLY on the day of the tour. Contact me for details. ]]> Model Railroad Round Table thecitrusbelt http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5242 LACMTA green line http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5241&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 21:43:13 GMT el segundo nash street station el segundo nash street station
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]]> salaamallah http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5241 my test photo http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5240&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 21:33:27 GMT my test photo my test photo
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]]> Testing salaamallah http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5240 More of your tax dollars at work...... http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5239&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 05:33:57 GMT Came across this....What's another $38 million?

http://scvnews.com/?p=30414 ]]> (BNSF) San Bernardino coach http://www.socalrailfan.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5239