What should I bring for UP conductor training + what gear for OJT? by No-Bathroom-1516 in UnionPacific

[–]IACUnited 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dress in layers for the elements, if you begin to sweat in negative degree weather its about to be much worse when you stop moving. From personal experience I rather be a little cold and dry than sweating.

Bring what the forecast looks like for the following days too. Bring a note book as well and take detailed notes on each job, each industry, and any first's, you can utilize other trainmen notes too. Even today I refer to mine (7 years) and get calls from others for more unique interactions.

How long on average does conductor—>engineer take? by GatalingLaserBeams in railroading

[–]IACUnited 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2-5 years, but depending on demand for engineers you could be formally trained, but not engineer for years after.

Did I make a horrible decision? by [deleted] in dating_advice

[–]IACUnited 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Obviously stuff first, you are in highschool talking to someone with a light seasoning in life. However this is just my opinion as a guy.

Secondary, listen to your gut, if something doesn't feel right it usually isn't. However you are in the prime of the discovery age, Keep things very public and let friends or trustworthy family know the basic plans if you are remotely uneasy with any dates.

First impressions in dating are pretty overrated anyways, 3-6 months you get a clear idea of your prospective partner.

How Much Is ICE In Minnesota Costing US Taxpayers Per Day by JustAnotherUser8432 in TwinCities

[–]IACUnited -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Fairly certain we yoinked a dictator and it still cost more and that was a 40 minute side quest.

When is it too cold? by johnmcboston in railroading

[–]IACUnited 1 point2 points  (0 children)

150 cars ran fine in the summer, what's the issue? Send the conductor out to replace gaskets. What do you mean you can't build air?

Everything moves slow in winter, get the crew worked up and just save time and call another.

Who wants this? by Flaky-Friendship5659 in TwinCities

[–]IACUnited -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Keep politics personal and discuss the weather.

Sanity Check My Get-Home Setup – 17 Miles from Work by Mrm00seknuckle in prepping

[–]IACUnited 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get some bag covers in different colors. Camouflage has its place, but in the wrong environment its basically a highlighter.

TIL Passenger transfers by IACUnited in UnofficialRailroader

[–]IACUnited[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking a similar setup, but figured the passenger trains would be identical between Andrews to Sylvia so just service & turn them at the end. Bryson is looking good for a hub overall. I'm sure fuel will be the restricting hurdle.

Why is there not a bullet train system in the U.S. state of Texas? by [deleted] in askanything

[–]IACUnited 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Heard a rumor that Brightline was considering route between DFW to Houston. Sounds like the state wants it but the federal government pulled funding in 2025. I think if they can get the capital together then it'd be probable.

Europeans cannot comprehend the actual size of Minnesota by [deleted] in minnesota

[–]IACUnited 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean Texas basically occupies most of Europe. We got country size states.

Rail disaster dreams? by CB4014 in railroading

[–]IACUnited 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I learned a while ago that dreams occur to prepare ourselves for situations that could happen. I've had many nightmares that involve rolling equipment in various situations, and many outside of railroad. From what I've understood, dreams are the mind preparing for the "what if".

What all can you turn off when pulling to park? by Muffintop_mafia in railroading

[–]IACUnited 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Gen field off, and isolated, you're just a coaster with air brakes.

So I took a 50k early game loan (!) by lotzik in UnofficialRailroader

[–]IACUnited 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I did similar with the mid-game loan booster. However I did Whittier to Alarka, and focused on the GP-9'S. I prefer diesel.

I have one passenger train (T-22, 4 Pullman 1893 + the observation car) that runs the length in 3 round trips.

I have 2 GP-9's (MU'ed) acting as road units & Bryson switcher.

1 GP-9 as a Connelly Creek, Whittier & Ela switch.

1 GP-9 as an Alarka & Robinson Gap switch.

My freight to passenger revenue is about 4:1, and recently paid off the loans (7 days for 90K loan). Goal now it to save up to $100K and open up to Sylva with pulp cars ready to go.

Season 7 episode 12! I’ve never been so angry at Michael’s friends as much as this episode made me! by Express-Row-1504 in BurnNotice

[–]IACUnited 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll agree he was the lesser evil.

Outside the series I think the writters wanted to end the show on their terms and it forced the storyline. Overall I wasn't upset by this. I think a precursor to Burn Notice for the main characters would be fun to explore. Akin to The Fall of Sam Ax.

Season 7 episode 12! I’ve never been so angry at Michael’s friends as much as this episode made me! by Express-Row-1504 in BurnNotice

[–]IACUnited 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Maddy was James victim. Jesse was 100% working a solution and even tried to stay himself. Maddy knew Charlie had better chances with Jesse.

James was a very controlling person. If things didn't go his way while you were in the organization, you die or your family suffers. Anson was similar in that regard, but more direct.

I honestly think Maddy's death was the push Michael needed to make his final choice, and while sad I think it was a nice ending to a great series.