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    #46
    Part and parcel of living in a railroad town...
    James McNab
    thehillsline.com
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      #47
      That's clever, James! Thought for a second I was going to witness a train v. vehicle.

      At least the driver stopped and presumably looked both ways.
      Southern Railway Slate Fork Branch, March 1978: https://realisticmodelrailroading.ne...-fork-branch-n

      Old magazines can still be fresh sources of hobby information!​
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        #48
        Just wondering, James, now that The Hills Line has been extant for quite a while, how does it rate in your thinking compared to the Grimes Line? Is it meeting your expectations and goals? I guess moreover, is the new layout filling the void and providing satisfaction?
        Southern Railway Slate Fork Branch, March 1978: https://realisticmodelrailroading.ne...-fork-branch-n

        Old magazines can still be fresh sources of hobby information!​
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        • James M
          #48.1
          James M commented
          01-06-2022, 09:36 AM
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          To date I'm satisfied. Despite being very similar in operating concept the execution is very different between the two. The IAIS Grimes Line had more running, but the actual switching was very straight forward in approach. On The Hills Line you run less but switch more. It's been interesting to note the differences when operating.
        #49
        That is an interesting comparison and I understand what you mean, James M, as I do recall the Grimes Line track plan.
        Southern Railway Slate Fork Branch, March 1978: https://realisticmodelrailroading.ne...-fork-branch-n

        Old magazines can still be fresh sources of hobby information!​
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          #50
          Forgive a blatant self-promoting post, but it’s what I do best.

          I’ve been featured in the latest version of the Meet the Modeler biography series on Trains.com. Kalmbach has highlighted a growing list of well-known contributors to this hobby and I’m honored to have been asked to participate.

          Feature is available at https://www.trains.com/mrr/news-revi...r-james-mcnab/
          James McNab
          thehillsline.com
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          • Steve H AC&Y
            #50.1
            Steve H AC&Y commented
            02-03-2022, 02:30 PM
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            You're doing some of the most complete modeling on the 'net right now James. Congrats.
          • James M
            #50.2
            James M commented
            02-03-2022, 05:57 PM
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            Thank you Steve
          #51
          That is fantastic news, and definitely an honor to be proud of!
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          • James M
            #51.1
            James M commented
            02-03-2022, 01:42 PM
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            Thanks Eric
          #52
          It's a well-earned honor, James. You'd have had my vote.
          Last edited by Paul S.; 02-03-2022, 02:51 PM.
          Southern Railway Slate Fork Branch, March 1978: https://realisticmodelrailroading.ne...-fork-branch-n

          Old magazines can still be fresh sources of hobby information!​
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          • James M
            #52.1
            James M commented
            02-03-2022, 05:56 PM
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            Very kind of you Paul
          #53
          Congratulations James.
          The Little Rock Line Blog

          Rule #1 of model railroading.
          It's probably responsible for the greatest number of shoddy layouts because no one feels compelled to improve themselves. Meh, good enough...          ​
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          • James M
            #53.1
            James M commented
            02-03-2022, 05:56 PM
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            Thank you Allen
          #54
          A late start for IAIS 712 means train ICSW-14 will finish its day in the twilight hours.

          Click image for larger version Name: nagle.jpg Views: 321 Size: 171.9 KB ID: 10131
          James McNab
          thehillsline.com
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            #55
            That is just beautiful!
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            • James M
              #55.1
              James M commented
              03-15-2022, 08:44 AM
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              Thank you Eric
            #56
            Had me fooled for moment, James.
            Southern Railway Slate Fork Branch, March 1978: https://realisticmodelrailroading.ne...-fork-branch-n

            Old magazines can still be fresh sources of hobby information!​
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            • James M
              #56.1
              James M commented
              03-15-2022, 02:13 PM
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              Then I need to work harder, Paul. That way you remain fooled forever
            #57
            Another quality shot James.
            I must admit, I sit and stare at your photos wondering what a nicely weathered Rock Island Geep would like in your little world?
            But the IAIS paint is striking and very appealing to the eye. I have yet to get any of it in my viewfinder over the years.
            The West End has always been tough to railfan for me...
            The Little Rock Line Blog

            Rule #1 of model railroading.
            It's probably responsible for the greatest number of shoddy layouts because no one feels compelled to improve themselves. Meh, good enough...            ​
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            • James M
              #57.1
              James M commented
              03-15-2022, 08:27 PM
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              Understandable Allen. Even I have problems railfanning in Central Iowa. As far as backdating goes, I'm content with what I have. After all, the modern era is cool... damnit!
            • Allen
              #57.2
              Allen commented
              03-15-2022, 09:14 PM
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              No, No.
              I did not mean for you to backdate, that was just me dreaming! LOL
              I would not want you to change anything.
            #58
            No, I want more Rock Island!
            Southern Railway Slate Fork Branch, March 1978: https://realisticmodelrailroading.ne...-fork-branch-n

            Old magazines can still be fresh sources of hobby information!​
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            • Greg
              #58.1
              Greg commented
              03-25-2022, 01:32 PM
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              I agree with more Rock Island and more cowbell!!
            #59
            Maiden Lane is the place to be as cars and interchanged between the IAIS and the CRANDIC in Iowa City
            James McNab
            thehillsline.com
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            • Eric - Housatonic RR
              #59.1
              Eric - Housatonic RR commented
              04-26-2022, 09:36 AM
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              Very nice video. I love the detailing on the locos as well.
            #60
            Thanks, James, for that fun and inspirational video. Felt just like being trackside.
            Southern Railway Slate Fork Branch, March 1978: https://realisticmodelrailroading.ne...-fork-branch-n

            Old magazines can still be fresh sources of hobby information!​
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