New USA Mountain Shortline - Large Pics (1024 x 786)

stealthsteam said:
Neat!
May I ask how close the rought is to being done or did I miss something?

Brandon
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I am finishing cleaning up some details and have been reading threads to try figure out how to get it ready for uploading. I keep on seeing numerous variations and all based on the DLS. I am not putting it on the DLS - but will be putting it on a webpage - thanks to a great benefactor.

I will get it placed before Christmas. :)

One note - this route is based on non-CTC operation - so there are only invisible signals which are used to help the AI drive well when I am operating.

I hope that doesn't bring too much criticism.
 
stealthsteam said:
That is great! :D
There are places where there are no signals, normally at museums but that doesn't mean there isn't any on active railroads!;)

Brandon
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Awesome. The railroad runs with Form D (Track warrant type control) operations instead of signals.

Let me know if you read the tour or timetable. Thanks! --http://forums.auran.com/trainz/showpost.php?p=367313&postcount=99

Here's the same engine at MP on the Vonny Branch....
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A Maintainance of Way inspection vehicle does an run on the Spruce Run Secondary. The operator was told to expedite his services so a coal train can get a Form D track warrant to leave the mine.... so he was able to snap off only a a couple of quick pictures.....

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He gets one shot as he sets off at Spruce Run on the highway crossing. The Spruce Run siding begins right near the crossing itself.

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WOW! Impressive as always Bill! I like the kinks you threw in and the greenery. The depth of your shots is also amazing. :)

I always look forward to your shots. Keep up the great work!

:wave:

Gisa ^^
 
gisa said:
WOW! Impressive as always Bill! I like the kinks you threw in and the greenery. The depth of your shots is also amazing. :)

I always look forward to your shots. Keep up the great work!

:wave:

Gisa ^^
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Thanks Gisa!

Here is the tunnnel on the Vonny Branch...
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A coal local heads south on the Spruce Run Secondary and crosses the Vonny Branch near Old Town Junction.

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After an uphill battle, the local arrives at PBS Coal at the end of the line....

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The train places the first cut of empties in the empty yard....

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The first cut of hoppers gets loaded on Track 1 at PBS....

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The first cut is finally loaded....
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and the power cuts off to get the second cut on Track 2....

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Taking a quick break from the coal loadings..... this crossing is near Brier Knob on the mainline. A bridge on the Spruce Run Secondary can be seen in the distance.....

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Finally, after a crew change at the mine and darkness has fallen, the coal drag heads down the Spruce Run Secondary to head for Keystone Power...

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Absolutely beautiful route - I look forward to its release. Really like the timetable and tour as they really bring the line to life. Many congratulations on such a worthwhile labour of love.

Bob
 
Bob5446 said:
Absolutely beautiful route - I look forward to its release. Really like the timetable and tour as they really bring the line to life. Many congratulations on such a worthwhile labour of love.

Bob
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Bob, thank you so much for taking time to read those documents and giving me feedback. It is awesome to let other eyes read things that I thought only my eyes would ever read or appreciate.

I am also glad you enjoyed the pics!

Bill
 
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