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As he rolls his eyes at the same time.

Yep, that's it. I played for years and years without really researching anything, I just liked driving the trains around. I started watching CZcams videos to learn more, but remember, CZcams did not even launch until 2005. And then, as you pointed out, when I started posting videos about two years ago, all my very helpful viewers began to educate me. I have learned more about railroads in the last two years than in any other part of my life. Of course, I just retired 2 years ago, so that also allows for a lot more free time to dedicate toward my interests. Thanks for watching!

@@mikerowchip2945 and you arent bored? Thats whats up !

Crazy as it sounds, I'm not bored. I go back to Trainz, Run 8 and Railroader time and time again, doing the same tasks over and over and I just don't get bored. Am I an alien?

Hey, thanks! Before I found this engine to use on the route, I have never even heard of an S-6. I really like it as well. Are the 4455 and 4466 still in running order? The information you have on this engine is quite impressive, thanks for sharing!

I will look it up!

@mongoose9901 I'm guessing you'd want to do this to relieve coupler strain? This also never occurred to me. Not sure I want to get that technical, my yard jobs seem to be the right amount of time, adding this might take too much time. Interesting though!

@@mongoose9901 Ahhhh...., that did not occur to me. Seems obvious now. Thanks!

I don't know what a 060 tank engine is. Is it smaller than the S-6 I have in Thurmond right now?

There's just so many of them. How many oceans do I have to care about?

Wait until episode 70! Is that what you meant?

@@mikerowchip2945you know it!

Right back at ya! This IS the channel for me. Mostly 'cause it's my channel.

Funny, I could have sworn I heard someone say "portal". Thanks, but I'm a little scared.

I enjoy trains so much, that I can't see myself getting bored with any of my routes. I honestly look forward to every recording I make. Thanks for watching!

Thank you! At this time, I see no reason to stop so I will continue to crank out the videos.

Yes, I saw those videos as well and it does look good. It will be hard for me to wait a bit before making my purchase, but I WILL eventually buy it. Thanks!

Ahh, the dynamic breaks. I never use those. I thought they were only for going down hill, for some reason. I will have to try using the dynamic brakes in the future. Thanks again!

So, the three aspect thing I was talking about IS about each individual light. Multiple lights appear for divergent tracks and multiple switches. Thanks for the info.

Yeah, the derails got me. What are ya gonna do?

@@mikerowchip2945 get somebody to Clean up the darn mess

I dont' recall who, it was a while ago, but the AI doesn't kid around. Highballing is the AI's lowest gear.

Ohh.... whoa is me! Yeah, my doctor tells me I need to drink more water. So does my wife. Coke Zero is zero calories, but if I don't listen to my doctor, why would I continue to see him? I still get about 32 oz a day, so don't feel too bad for me.

@@mikerowchip2945 😂😂

Thanks! Yes, knowing how far the next signal is would be a great help. Thanks for the info! I am looking at my raildriver right now, and indeed, the 4th top button is the Track HUD. How did I not notice this? Although in my defense, there are buttons galore on this thing. Thanks for watching!

This may not be the channel for you.

He literally said that at the start of the video 💀

Well... I got some good news for you, or perhaps it's bad news. I will not be stopping the Farming Simulator 22 series after the 100th episode, like I am the Tidewater Trainz series. Sorry, or you're welcome, which ever it may be.

Yeah, that's kinda what I was thinking. Like I said during the video, I want to wait until the mods get updated for the new game and I hate to stop what I am doing in 22 and start all over in 25. Thanks for the input!

Funny thing, I was talking to my wife about the B&O Railroad Museum a few weeks ago. I would really like to go. When I first read the part of your comment about how Baltimore is in Maryland, I thought to myself "I know that!". But then I started thinking, did I know that when I made the video you commented on? Probably not. So, thanks for the info!

I totally agree, but in my opinion as a girl, i watch him because he is funny. Especially earlier in the video when he rolled play as a " EOT " i lost it😂

Hey, thanks! But you're right, I DO love making these videos. I have so much fun that I can hardly wait to start working on my next one. Thanks for watching!

I may be funny, but looks aren't everything. Ohhh.... you mean what I SAY is funny. Thanks! As far as the EOT... well... everything on this channel can't be premium quality. I am, after all, a one man operation. My writers quit years ago. Thank you!

It's kinda a tie. But, I guess if I was forced to pick one, I would pick the SDs. Why, I am not really sure. I am afraid that is the best I can answer this question. Thanks for watching!

@@mikerowchip2945 I like both, but I also prefer the SDs

Yeah, looking back it is quite amazing! What have I gotten myself into?

I know, right? It is hard to believe I have made so many videos. It feels like I've made about 50 or so. I'd say I need help but I'm having too much fun!

So not a Starbucks? Would it have windows on it if it was a signal box? Come to think of it, does it have windows on it? I can't remember. It would have been tough getting the cattle to swim to that yard before putting them on the train.

Hey, that's interesting! When I think about it, smaller wheels and faster acceleration makes perfect sense! So S-6 is the model, thanks for that as well.

Ok, I get that, but are the dynamic brakes going to stop the train in time with a really long consist? Like in a yard? Or are you saying I should only use auto brakes out on the mainline and use only indy brakes in yards or for other low speed circumstances? I am always looking to learn more, so thanks!

I'm looking at my session rules for the UMR, and I'm using: Car Tagger Rule TANE SP3-TRS19. It doesn't indicated what version it is beyond that. I have not checked the download station in quite some time to see if there is an updated one from this. Thanks for watching!

@@mikerowchip2945 ok thanks. I found a new 2023 trs22 tagger version on the download station I think from Wolfe. I thought I was having issues with it but I realized it just takes some getting used to and has some limitations. I started using it along with waybills to begin tagging empties. I also am using a simplified spreadsheet to define my mainline and local trains and identify switch tasks etc. You inspired me to try Hinton which I am enjoying after scratching the surface with UMR which is a bit overwhelming in size to manage at least for me. But Hinton is pretty good. I just used one of the delivered sessions populated with cars as a starting point to modify and create my own session. I enjoy your videos. Thanks for doing them.

The videos I make are so much fun to do that it has actually made me like Trainz, Run 8 and Farming Simulator more! Yes, the UMR is a HUGE route that took me a LONG while to get into shape. The Hinton is much more manageable but still is a great route. The spreadsheet I have developed over the years is the basis of all my Trainz operations, so I hope your developing a spreadsheet works out well for you too. Thanks for watching!

He's threatened to quit about 24 times, but I keep reminding him that all it amounts to is job security. I think that line is wearing thin, I may have to put an ad in the paper.

Deal! Wait a minute...

@@mikerowchip2945 Time to spit on the palms and shake on the deal. Another route to think about is the up comimg V2 of the P&B by Approach Medium

@@jesseslong6800 Approach Medium does make great routes. I will have to look into the P&B. Thanks!

Thomases of the world, unite! Unfortunately, he didn't complete the drill in under an hour, but as you so rightfully point out, it's the Thomasness of the episode that wins the heart and mind. Go Thomas!!

I agree. From opening a cough drop to suddenly looking at Freddy's head, I gasped a bit when I just looked at it now. Never really been into horror films, but maybe I have a talent here?

@@mikerowchip2945 that cough drop has it in for you lol but yeah that horror stuff is funny it wasn't intentional but funny nonetheless 🤣 Horror isn't for everyone

@@xlifesxtoughx I'm gonna have to go toe to toe with the rest of the cough drops to let them know who's boss. I give myself... 30-70 odds of winning.

As in Ann Arbor Michigan? I will have to look at it again. Never noticed. Thanks!

Yes sir. Noticed that old emblem after you hitched up the reefers. Ann Arbor was a good railroad at one time. Really enjoy your series Mike

@@keith3328 Glad you are enjoying it and thanks for the info!

I am, thank you! Still have a little bit of a cough, I hear it could last for some time (maybe months), but it's not too bad.

It was funny, unless you're the person who is driving on that freeway! Try explaining THAT to your insurance company!

Well I'm glad this is the channel for you, but don't tell anyone. You see, my saying "This just may not be the channel for you" is kinda my catch phrase, and if people start going around and saying this IS the channel for them, well it kinda undercuts me. Seriously, thanks for watching!

Yes, I agree, it was a great day! Thanks for watching!

Sorry to hear about the COVID, I am still getting over mine. I hope you recover quickly. So those boxes ARE what that other person told me, relay switches for the CTC switches. Or are you the person that told me that? I can't remember. And yeah, using Graham would have got him out of the way AND supplied the power to get it done faster. I was not thinking. Thanks!

6:15 that a " slow approach " or " restricting " ( 15 mile per hour depends what railroad your on ) and quick summary so you don’t get confused. Usually they are 3 singles head on one signal. The top of the top means track speed so go whatever track speed it is. The middle head is a restriction that means 30 miles per hour ( 45 if it flashing ) and the last last single at the bottom means slow speed 15 miles per hour ( 20 if no one sees you lol )

I had no idea about what the three heads indicated on the signals. Thanks! Now the question is, can I remember it and apply it? Maybe I should add this info to my spreadsheet. No... wait... I WILL add it to my spreadsheet. Thanks for the info!

@@mikerowchip2945 i can send you the single aspect charts if you want via email or whatever social media you have it would be amazing absolute pleasure ❤️

Thanks, so much! I have so much fun playing these games, it really is not work for me at all. Thanks for watching!

I'm leaning toward Railroader, if that's what you mean.

I am about 87.653% sure that I will do Railroader instead of Midwestern Rail for Trainz. So, we will see what happens. The suspense is killing me!!

Gray? Who's gray? And isn't it Tom and Jerry? I though his name was yellow. Thanks for watching!

Perhaps we can just call them T&G.

Deal.

Sorry to hear about that. This cough is driving me nuts, I hope it ends soon. I hope you do not have anything serious, and that you feel better soon as well. Thanks for watching!

Make some real long outgoing road trains and clear it out... not a bad idea!

A close 2nd is shenanigans off the railway. So, on like a service road. Shenanigans on a service road. With company owned trucks. Low on fuel. Drive it like you hate it.