[PRCo] Re: South Hills junction update.

[Jim Holland]

Dietrich, Robert J. wrote:
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> I just wanted to let you all know that I've officially declared the 
> Junction FINISHED. The only thing I could possible add are the high 
> voltage power lines. Yes Ken, I still have the cross arm plans and I 
> intend to make a pattern and cast a bunch - someday. But modeling 
> those heavy wires with the insulation falling off will be a challenge.
>
> Since our club and I have received all the accolades 
> ("http://www.eastpenn.org/photos_06nmra.html" click the top picture, 
> that's me on the left) at he NMRA train show, it is time to move to a 
> new endeavor. I have started on an extension that will give me storage 
> for as many cars as I'll ever have as well as a loop so I can set up 
> and run on my own if necessary.
>
> It won't take long to get this one operational but the way I move it 
> may take years to complete. I have to make all my own turnouts - at 
> least 16 of them. I don't plan on tracking the progress on a web site, 
> it was too much hassle, but I will keep you guys up to date if you 
> want it or not.

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You're on a roll, Robert, Keep It Up!       Has already taken the rough 
edges off the day and I ain't started work yet  --  should carry me 
through the evening as well!       I read about you being on vacation 
before I saw this email - it was delayed - was going to ask for an 
update but here it is!
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So how soon is retirement?       Will be leaving for work shortly!

> Speaking of web sites I'll be updating the SHJ site in the fall. 
> Unisys is going to let me retire so I'll have a little time on my 
> hands for awhile. Hmmm, maybe it won't take years to finish the module 
> extension.
>
> Current plans are to set up at PTM again this year on Sept. 10. If 
> you're around stop by and say hello.
>
> Bob