ASW1971

Here's how a buck converter works and why it is good for a model railroader.

Here's some HO scale Rock Island trains to watch for your enjoyment. Have a great week!

I am also having an RS3 locomotive pulling a commuter train in HO! Enjoy the video!

I will be working on some Rock Island Commuter car in O scale. Enjoy the video!

Being a Diabetic. I have to watch what I eat and drink. Diet and Zero Sugar soda pops are NOT good for you! Here's what I will be drinking instead. A special that's goes out to Norm who told me that his father had the same issue as me. https://printerval.com/rock-island-rr-railroad-tumblers-30-oz-p3175940?spid=1072310766&keyword=&msclkid=9c27ac6bb7ae14272dedcf9aa43ba38f

I am not a happy camper. I work 2nd shift. Hours from 12:3PM to 11PM. It started to rain at 6:30PM. I came home to this!

Here's a great piece of history of Silvis, Illinois. Have some GREAT pizza and learn about the railroad history of Silvis, Illinois!

William NcCabe sent me this magazine. In it, it talked about the Rock Island Rockets. Then I found this little gem.....

A true friend indeed. Mark was a great buddy to have on the CB radio and in person. All of your friends will miss you. 73 my friend. Until we meet again!

Should I repaint this old Lionel tin plated passenger car? My answer is NO! Thanks to the Choo Choo Boys and a few other friends! Choo Choo Boys: https://www.ebay.com/str/heavenlyequipment?mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=711-53200-19255-0&campid=5336728181&customid=&toolid=10001 https://choochooboys.com/

Should I repaint this old Lionel tin plated passenger car? What do you think?

The Christmas tree is down. The Christmas decorations has been removed from the HO scale Offending Railroad. The Lionel Polar Express is pt away for another year. All is good for 2016.

This is new but old stock of the William's Rock Island RS-3 locomotive. I purchased is from Mario's Trains:https://www.mariostrains.com/

This K-Line Boxcar solutes the American's who served in the United States Armed Forces. We solute you and may God Bless you! GOD BLESS AMERICA!

I purchased an Athearn John Deere Boxcar and an Milwaukee Road flatcar with John Deere tractors.

I purchased this Christmas boxcar thinking it was O scale. I was WRONG! It is S scale. What to do now?

Look what I found by my front door tonight when I came home from work!

Here's 2 Roundhouse The Rock hoppers that are old stock but new. I made this purchase on eBay. I added coal and other modifications to these hoppers.

Here's another update when I started the Offending Railroad. Another video removed from YouTube.

On January 16,2016, I ran some Offending trains. There's even a bonus in the video!

Here's some Offending Trains running.

I purchased the Athearn F59PHI Metra Rock Island Heritage unit. I purchased this unit from Jim Thomas at the Train Exchange on Facebook. Enjoy the video!

It's now 2016. Trains are still running in Vonore, Tennessee. The Christmas Tree is down. Happy New Year 2016!

I have had these pieces since 2000. My first units for my Wisconsin layout. They have been away from home for 3 years because I wanted DCC in them. Now they do! Thanks Jerry!

The Holidays are now all over, but the snow remains.