WHUD UP RICK ! AS YOU KNOW IT'S RAINING HERE IN THE OC AND L A , DID YOU KNOW TO KEEP YOUR TRACK CLEAN USE WHITE VINEGAR TO CLEAN YOUR TRACK , I KNOW IT SOUNDS WEIRD BUT IT WORKS , I HAVE USED THIS FOR YEARS , JUST TAKE A LINT FREE CLOTH , SOAK THE CLOTH IN SOME OF THE VINEGAR ! RUB THE AREA CLEAN AND RUN THOSE TRAINS ! TRY IT ! I HOPE THIS HELPS ! 😎
Nice session. I think you should have run around the tanks in Cerritos, though. If you're claiming that the wooded area stands in for several miles of track, that's probably not classed as a switching move, so you probably need the buffer on the way out, too. There's no need to leave a buffer car on the mainline, unless the train's going to be picked up by a light engine -- if they're picked up by a passing train, the cars of that train will be the buffers. The cement hopper should spend its time in Cerritos and, in operational terms, it's essentially a caboose that goes on the front of the train instead of the back.
@@25mfd Good point. But the idea here is that, although the "wooded area" is only a couple of feet long, it's representing a spur several miles long. So the transfer from the mainline shouldn't be switching.
@@beeble2003believe it or not it doesn't matter if the move is a few feet or 10 miles down the track, according to railroad rules, it's still a switching move... the wording/lack of wording in railroad haz mat instructions allow for it.. when engaged in switching, train placement restrictions do not apply (again, exception is the explosives "A" placarded cars)... but that does not mean a crew can't use a buffer car if they choose to... but most guys don't... plus there are provisions in the CBA that allow a crew to handle cars that are out of place like at an interchange point where the cars may be not lined up correctly... the crew can take the cars lined up as is to the next switching terminal and the cars can be straightened out there... or the crew can line up the cars properly at the interchange point... if they do that they are allowed extra pay for doing so
I guess Albert Hammon JR. was wrong, it does rain in Southern California. I forgot when that song came out, but I was about 4 or 5 when I first heard it on the radio. As far as the Video, I was hoping thar you would Pennsylvania equipment in the mix. Of course, I UP Territory then PRR NYC, ever had.
I really love watching your operation videos! I think it's because you did such a great job at scenicing your layout! The track arrangement and building placement!
HI Rick, always fun to watch your switching videos! Try using INOX MX-3 or CRC 2-26 on your rails, it will clean them and leave a thin film that will stop oxidation and improve conductivity. Contact cleaner will clean the rails but will not help with oxidation ! We use INOX on real railroad signal circuits and switch machine contacts and it works a treat. If your bored you can watch my video on how to clean your track for reliable running. Track needs to be conductive...not "clean" :=) Cheers Gregg.
thanks. I do use crc 2-26 but last time I was out to buy some the store was out so picked us some contact cleaner instead. will have to check again next time I'm out. I have seen your video on it, good stuff.
@@socalscalemodels Cool Rick! Sounds like you got it sorted sir...you can also clean the switch blade contacts with it , which you probably do already 🙂 Thanks for watching the video. Gregg.
I just noticed that the patches are missing from the front and rear of 588. Not a criticism, just an observation. Also, to simulate a long distance through the wooded area, run locomotive first each way instead of shoving each way.
I agree that it sounds wrong, but I don't think your diagnosis is quite right. The correct sound file is the non-turbocharged EMD645 -- GP40s have the turbo, but GP38s don't. To me, it sounds like it's running a GP7/GP9 EMD567 sound file. It has the distinctive air-raid siren whine of the early Geeps' supercharger (aka Roots blower).
Very cool switching tankers. Question are the yellow ties prototypical? I see alot of model railroad switching layout have them. Is that just a model railroad thing? Also has any of your viewers asked what the switching locks on your fasia are for? That would be cool to talk about on a video if you haven't yet.
Yes, the yellow ties are prototypical. Most railroads will spray paint the tie or just the side of the rails to indicate where they can cut cars off without blocking the other track coming off a turnout. Sometimes they are yellow or orange or even green. As for the locks they correspond to either turnouts or de-railers on my layout. In the real world on my modeled line, the turnouts are hand thrown and are locked. The conductor has to walk over to them, unlock the turnout, then throw it. I use the locks to simulate that when doing operations. I've talked about it in some prior videos and will remember to mention it in the future.
In addition to being a really great sounding loco, it is beautifully weathered.
WHUD UP RICK ! AS YOU KNOW IT'S RAINING HERE IN THE OC AND L A , DID YOU KNOW TO KEEP YOUR TRACK CLEAN USE WHITE VINEGAR TO CLEAN YOUR TRACK , I KNOW IT SOUNDS WEIRD BUT IT WORKS , I HAVE USED THIS FOR YEARS , JUST TAKE A LINT FREE CLOTH , SOAK THE CLOTH IN SOME OF THE VINEGAR ! RUB THE AREA CLEAN AND RUN THOSE TRAINS ! TRY IT ! I HOPE THIS HELPS ! 😎
You have become a tradition for my grand children and I ty Rick
nice to hear that, glad you are all enjoying the videos.
Let's get them lights working Bro'.
We will
I use DeoxIT Spray on a Toothbrush to clean the point contacts. Open gap and scrub gently. Helps.
Nice session. I think you should have run around the tanks in Cerritos, though. If you're claiming that the wooded area stands in for several miles of track, that's probably not classed as a switching move, so you probably need the buffer on the way out, too. There's no need to leave a buffer car on the mainline, unless the train's going to be picked up by a light engine -- if they're picked up by a passing train, the cars of that train will be the buffers. The cement hopper should spend its time in Cerritos and, in operational terms, it's essentially a caboose that goes on the front of the train instead of the back.
only time real railroads are required by the rules to use a buffer car when switching is with cars placarded class 1 explosives A
@@25mfd Good point. But the idea here is that, although the "wooded area" is only a couple of feet long, it's representing a spur several miles long. So the transfer from the mainline shouldn't be switching.
@@beeble2003believe it or not it doesn't matter if the move is a few feet or 10 miles down the track, according to railroad rules, it's still a switching move...
the wording/lack of wording in railroad haz mat instructions allow for it.. when engaged in switching, train placement restrictions do not apply (again, exception is the explosives "A" placarded cars)... but that does not mean a crew can't use a buffer car if they choose to... but most guys don't... plus there are provisions in the CBA that allow a crew to handle cars that are out of place like at an interchange point where the cars may be not lined up correctly... the crew can take the cars lined up as is to the next switching terminal and the cars can be straightened out there... or the crew can line up the cars properly at the interchange point... if they do that they are allowed extra pay for doing so
Good session a lot to do in one area. Thanks for sharing. Have a good day.
Thanks, you too!
Great OP’s session! Carl must get paid very well for being an Industry Rep for so many industries! 😂
No, he gets paid very badly, which is why he has to do a dozen different jobs.
I guess Albert Hammon JR. was wrong, it does rain in Southern California. I forgot when that song came out, but I was about 4 or 5 when I first heard it on the radio. As far as the Video, I was hoping thar you would Pennsylvania equipment in the mix. Of course, I UP Territory then PRR NYC, ever had.
Great op session, and a very nice collection of tankers you have there as well.
I really love watching your operation videos! I think it's because you did such a great job at scenicing your layout! The track arrangement and building placement!
Thank you very much!
Another great video Rick! And two run around a are common with interchange tracks and pickups and drop offs so your doing great!!!
Thanks 👍
HI Rick, always fun to watch your switching videos! Try using INOX MX-3 or CRC 2-26 on your rails, it will clean them and leave a thin film that will stop oxidation and improve conductivity. Contact cleaner will clean the rails but will not help with oxidation ! We use INOX on real railroad signal circuits and switch machine contacts and it works a treat.
If your bored you can watch my video on how to clean your track for reliable running. Track needs to be conductive...not "clean" :=)
Cheers Gregg.
thanks. I do use crc 2-26 but last time I was out to buy some the store was out so picked us some contact cleaner instead. will have to check again next time I'm out. I have seen your video on it, good stuff.
@@socalscalemodels Cool Rick! Sounds like you got it sorted sir...you can also clean the switch blade contacts with it , which you probably do already 🙂
Thanks for watching the video.
Gregg.
A-1 switching. just notify yard master.
Great video
Thanks!
Really getting interesting.
I'm thinking about converting to the ESU CAB Control system. I really would like to see you do an Ops Session of you using yours.
I just noticed that the patches are missing from the front and rear of 588. Not a criticism, just an observation. Also, to simulate a long distance through the wooded area, run locomotive first each way instead of shoving each way.
The GP38 should be set for the EMD645 engine (turbo and super charger). It seems like the CV or sound file is set for the Alco sound.
I agree that it sounds wrong, but I don't think your diagnosis is quite right. The correct sound file is the non-turbocharged EMD645 -- GP40s have the turbo, but GP38s don't. To me, it sounds like it's running a GP7/GP9 EMD567 sound file. It has the distinctive air-raid siren whine of the early Geeps' supercharger (aka Roots blower).
Need Buffer Cars on both ends of Engine then? I make Sandwich moves too. 😊
FRA will Write you Up for Programming Violation. Excessive Decibels. 😂
Very cool switching tankers. Question are the yellow ties prototypical? I see alot of model railroad switching layout have them. Is that just a model railroad thing? Also has any of your viewers asked what the switching locks on your fasia are for? That would be cool to talk about on a video if you haven't yet.
Yes, the yellow ties are prototypical. Most railroads will spray paint the tie or just the side of the rails to indicate where they can cut cars off without blocking the other track coming off a turnout. Sometimes they are yellow or orange or even green. As for the locks they correspond to either turnouts or de-railers on my layout. In the real world on my modeled line, the turnouts are hand thrown and are locked. The conductor has to walk over to them, unlock the turnout, then throw it. I use the locks to simulate that when doing operations. I've talked about it in some prior videos and will remember to mention it in the future.
Yea cool! I knew about what the locks are for, just wasn't sure about the yellow ties. Thanks for that info.@@socalscalemodels
My wife insists that you are originally from Chicago per your accent. Are you?
Nope. grew up in Connecticut, but moved to California after high school.
You know I had trouble with No ox Too. It turn out I was using to much. Now it works as promised. Just a thought. Thanks for these Videos.
I swear I used it sparingly. I think it just doesn't do well on a cold dusty garage.
@@socalscalemodels The key is leave no residue. The last time I cleaned track was December 7th I think.