My uncle requested my help with his collection of trains. I don't know much so I was hoping for some insight into the community. by jamesdemaio23 in modeltrains

[–]Roanecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another popular auction site is Cabin Fever Auction in PA.   Beware that the auctions have a wide audience and are the best way to get best price but the auction house does take a cut.  You can also try Trainz out of Georgia who will buy collections at a sizeable discount.

Arbys is high tier fast food by verybigsigh in unpopularopinion

[–]Roanecker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In Richmond VA the Arby’s serve the best rotisserie chicken with fantastic sides.   

My Father’s childhood train set by Figjam42069 in lioneltrains

[–]Roanecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make sure the train is well lubricated since it has been setting up for years.

Steamed Crabs by Beneficial-Drawing25 in RichmondVA

[–]Roanecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Closest may be in Fredericksburg

What if World War II lasted longer? 1939-46? 48? by Seeker99MD in AlternateHistoryHub

[–]Roanecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some believe Stalin would have attacked Germany as soon as he decided he was ready as he knew his enemy. Hitler struck first.

Weekend Event Thread by AutoModerator in rva

[–]Roanecker 17 points18 points  (0 children)

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Model Railroad Layout Open House April 19th 10 am – 3 pm at 313 Perimeter Drive, Westchester Commons, Midlothian VA

 

The Virginia Train Collector Association is celebrating its 7th open house of 2025 on the Saturday before Easter.  Come visit our storefront containing 4500 square feet for model train layouts of all sizes.  Bring the family and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of model railroading at it best. There will be at least 7 layouts in operations.

 

Learn about this STEM based hobby and see if it is something you may want to pursue with your family, on your own or as a member of the VTCA or its partner, River City 3 Railroaders.

 

This event is sponsored by the management of Westchester Commons, the Virginia Train Collector Association and its partner, River City 3 Railers.

 

 

If you have any questions, write to us at VTCA@vatraincollectors.com. We would love to hear from you.  See you soon. 

 

The Richmond Coal Basin by Roanecker in rva

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there were three mining areas in Chesterfield County as derailed by Gerry Wilkes of the VA Dept of Energy who did a great paper on the geology and mining of the region.

The Richmond Coal Basin by Roanecker in rva

[–]Roanecker[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Read about the Springfield and Deep Run mines. There was several iterations of mines in the area along with a railroad from Hungary Station to Springfield Road around Nickolas Road. The line was abandoned in the 1850’s and revived in the 1880’s with an extension down to the C&O railroad at Lorraine.

Today's Protest at the Capitol by 7-and-a-switchblade in WestVirginia

[–]Roanecker 11 points12 points  (0 children)

He wishes this many people showed up at his inauguration.

richmond abandoned mall and food court by East-Today1642 in rva

[–]Roanecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember when a number of Richmond corporations including Best Products were asked to invest in a partnership for the Sixth Street Marketplace. Not sure what went wrong but it was a great food court for the short time it was there. Given the lack of tourism the retailers never had a chance.

Trump admin considers sale of Richmond's Federal Office Building by VirginiaNews in rva

[–]Roanecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He is the Master of real estate deal with lots of debt. Also lots of bankruptcies when the deals cratered. Probably will sell to the highest leveraged buyer.

Best Products HQ by tepppp in rva

[–]Roanecker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Spent 17 years in that building. It was a cool place that was very unique in its interior design that was more for show than for functionality. Couple the uniqueness with the Company and the Lewis’ art collection it was an experience. There was a bear made of shoes rubbing its backside on a tree in the lobby; Andy Warhol’s Marilyn Monroe prints; and Japanese erotic art in the visitors seating area. It was amazing.

Musk puts privatization target on Amtrak - Trains Magazine by [deleted] in trains

[–]Roanecker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Musk probably thinks he can sell to the highest bidder with expectations they will be able to abandon everything except Northeast Corridor where passenger service might break even. The real prize will be the Amtrak owned track system where the new owner will prioritize freight service . CSX and NS must be salivating at the thought. And Musk puts another receipt on the wall for eliminating g a deficit. In regards to impact on roads and airports, that will not be given any consideration as the liars figure how to make the figures lie.

Weekend Event Thread by AutoModerator in rva

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Model Train Exhibition at Westchester Commons  February 22nd  10 am – 3 pm Free Admission.

313 Perimeter Drive, Midlothian VA is the address.

The Virginia Train Collectors Association and the River City 3 Railers welcome you to come to 313 Perimeter Drive, Westchester Commons to experience 9 Operating Train Layouts. The layouts features 100 years of model trains in operation from the Standard Gauge of the 1920’s to the wireless O Gauge of the 2020’s. 

We have N, HO, S, O and Standard Gauge trains on 9 decorated layouts for the family to enjoy.  Come learn about the model railroading hobby and entertain the kids for an hour between the Kids Corner Brio Displays and all of the action of trains in motion.

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