Last Mile Switching On The Florida Central
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- Опубліковано 5 січ 2019
- I spent a day in the Orlando, Florida area following a short line as it dropped cars to customers. 60 degrees, crystal blue sky and a friendly train crew. Doesn't get much better than that.
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The reaction at 13:00 is priceless when the hopper is just short of the tanker 😂
I love this kind of "behind the scenes" look at local switching. The guys and gals that do this stuff sure have a lot to keep track of!
Pun intended!
Seeing switch moves up close and personal like this is a serious treat. These days, you have to be very lucky or informed to find a railroad that won't try to run you off for standing a safe distance back on a public road, let alone help you out with finding the trains! This is among my absolute favorites from you, really made my morning better. Thanks for the great work!
It sure is nice to have a local guide to help with train filming. Great job by the guide Christian (I hope I spelled it correctly) and of course Danny.
Best railroad videos around, with Danny "The Voice" Harmon.
Great video as always Danny, im glad I could be of help to you on your trip up here, and I had a great time!
Thanks Christian. Couldn't have done it without you!
Ah, I'm subbed to your channel already Christian. Now I know who to ask about things. Does FCEN have a certain schedule of when they have movements to Winter Haven? Thanks! Cheers, Dan
I think you will get many more subs as a result of this one - myself included!
Both of you guys are fantastic
Hey there Christian, do they still call the track there at All American the Lehigh siding or Lehigh track? I think I remember it being called that because of the concrete plant that it was built for.
Absolutely the most interesting educational switching I’ve come across. Thank you for putting this together. I hadn’t a clue. You’ve a fine voice for narration, too. 😊😊😊😊
At 14:09 when they are backing into the empty tank car, look at the wheels of the tank car on the right side. They do not move at all. Those are some serious brakes!
Us wisconsinites know your from Florida when you saw 60 is chilly 😉
Great video Danny, your definitely my favorite Railfanning channel!
Excellent video as always, good sir! I love the folks at FCEN!
Love the video! Shortline action with their older motive power is always interesting. The explanation of the switching and associated footage is a nice change from mainline trains. Well done Danny!
I love these switch move videos. So much better than just main line Trains. And hello to the both of you Railfan's.
Hey Dan!! Nice vid, my favorite part is the cam right there in between cars hooking everything up. I had the opportunity to hook cars up at the ripe old age of 12. Out back of my apt building was a spur that ran from Camden,NJ to Ocean City, Somers Point to be exact, a power plant was there and still is today, not much coal is used, anyhow, this spur was a busy one, many stops, three of those were in town here. I used to hang around until one day I asked and they said sure why not, showed me what to do and that was it, from that point on when I showed up, got to help them. This line also had a passenger line, also got friendly with them and used to help them also, when they had to pull into the siding, I would throw the switch for them, and then 10 min later a freight whistled by with 200 or so empty coal cars from the above mentioned power plant. This was all in the mid sixty's, ain't no way any 12 yr old kid would be able to do that now, none the less, it was fun and got to live a dream!!!
Awesome story. Thanks Mikey!
You sound a lot like me! In the late 60s when i was growing up in Columbus, Ohio, there was a spur line run by what was then Penn central. This line served a lumber yard, and every day me and a couple of other boys ( I was 13) would wait for the local to come through. We got to know this crew on a first name basis. They would let us ride in the cab, throw switches, and cut the train even.
One time they even picked us up on the outbound leg and took us for almost 10 mile ride down the line. We had to stay out of site in the caboose. They dropped us off right where they picked us up on the return leg. We never told our parents about our little trip, lol.
It remains one of my favorite childhood memories. You would never see that today, when it is considered a crime to even stand on a RR right of way, even a spur line. The 60's was a great time to be a boy.
My dad told me stories about 1950s NY City when his dad would bring him into the interlocking tower and let him throw the levers on part of the subway system. My grandpa was a union guy with a temper and my dad said one day grandpa got ticked off about something and threw a bunch of levers to gum up the whole works just to get back at his management. Lots of yelling and foul language was involved lol.
@@RCAvhstape Wow, gotta like that story, railroad management can be tough, can't blame your grandpa for that, I was a letter carrier for 30 years and postal supervisors can be tough as well!!
This was one of the greatest switching videos I have ever watched on the internet! You're the best Danny! Keep it up, please bring more last mile switching videos! Greetings from Brazil.
Appreciate the time and research you put into these. Simply fantastic!
1:49 I'm an aviation geek. Have been for most of my life. And while I love the sound of a turbofan and a jet engine...there is NO sound better than a good whistle and the engineer advancing the throttle of a train.
Some of the best rail videos. Love the additional commentary. Thank You
This is one of your very best, so educational and enjoyable. Thanks Danny.
Really enjoy these switching videos; so interesting to see how all this is done - and why. Your narrative is excellent. Informative . I learned a lot from this; too bad I'm too old to apply for a job. Looks like serious work but fun. Thanks DANNY.
Many thanks, Steve.
Your knowledge of who what where and when along with your tone and likable personality make your videos the absolute best! I have watched every single one of your videos and look forward to many more! Prayers for Florida
And that 1802 is GORGEOUS!
Fascinating . . . . and fantastic getting to see the work and techniques involved in 'breaking' a freighter. Thanks so much!
Another awesome video Danny!!!! Love it... Up close and personal / behind the scenes... Those are the best...
Nice job! One of the better narrations on train switching I have listened to!
Best railfanning I've seen. Really appreciate the in-depth explanations of what we're looking at.
Great video Danny! I love your switching videos. I love all the info and different artifacts that you talk about.
One of your best, always like the videos that show operations for customers big and small!
Videos like this one give a lot of good ideas for interesting trackside industries in the model railroading world. Thanks for posting.
Amazing video!
We are new to Tampa area; happy I found your channel. Among the highest quality on UA-cam! Subscribed!
Awesome Video Danny and well done!! 5 Stars and I enjoyed every bit of switching and I Thank You for posting this!!
Mr Harmon,
I have to say best video yet! It’s awesome that you can show off such awesome Florida shoreline action! Been watching for about 3 years and have probably seen every video you have! You drive my constant love for railroad lore and I couldn’t thank you enough for that. From deep in Union Pacific territory, Adam out!
Danny, I can't get enough of these local switching videos. Another fantastic video to say the least!
Thanks Mr. Harmon, your videos are always interesting and entertaining.
Great post and commentary Danny. Thank you for your efforts.
Great to see you back, Danny! Great video, as always!
This is amazing! I live in Orlando & I always see these engines. Thanks for sharing.
As always, another great Distant Signal video! Nice to see my friends and fellow model railroading enthusiasts/club members Bill Dusenbury and Christian Johnson! Always great content on this channel, always.
Happy New Year and all of the very best 2019 has to offer for you Danny, Christian and Bill. Thanks again for your fine work Danny!
Thanks for explaining the products and services that the rail customers use/need.
It makes the things that surround me more interesting..
Great video! Love watching switching operations! 👍🏻
Wow, a nice RR guy - the train master. Most interesting, I love watching drops and always learn stuff from you.
Great video Danny! You have inspired me to make rail fanning videos myself, and I’ve learn a lot about how the railroad works since watching you videos.
This has to be one of my favorite videos you have put out! I'm a sucker for switching!!! It was nice to see all the steps and time it takes to get these sorts of jobs done! keep up the great videos. I love watching them!!!
Very nice, thanks. I enjoyed the proper safety and switching procedures of this crew.
I don't understand why the conductor/flagman couldn't ride the lead (last) car up to the crossing, stop the train, get off and flag the crossing. Seems like unnecessary walking, which the CSX taught us to avoid.
Brings back some memories.
Could be a restricted clearance area ie no riding equipment
It's safer to walk and it means more money in your pocket......No one wants to ride a gondola or bulkhead flat to mention a few undesirable riding cars
I always love it when Danny uploads a new video!
Another beautifully done video Mr. Harmon. Wonderful narrative and great video as usual.
Really enjoy these types of switching videos. Helps us better understand what the railroads really do. Fine work, Danny!
Excellent and very informative video Danny. I enjoyed your narration on the switching, etc. of the FCEN.
I’ve always wanted to work on a railroad. And I absolutely love how informative your channel is on how a days work is done correctly.
I've always enjoyed watching switching and I really enjoyed this video. Very nice work!
Really great video and commentary. Great looking track structure as well. Thanks for posting.
Another excellent video. I like the format and style in which you present. 👍
this video is excellent, great quality in video, audio and narration also editing. nice of you to give a shout out to your guide. what a great railfan friendly operation
GREAT VIDEO! Excellent videography and excellent commentary!! I really enjoyed watching this video! Thanks for making it!
Excellent video Danny. I love your switching videos. So interesting.
What a treat , great video and commentary about short line railroad operations , the Florida Central is a potential modeling subject thank you for sharing.
Awesome video I love watching cars being switched Danny I wish more people did videos like this keep them coming thanks
This is by far some of your best work. Excellent camera angles and footage, even better narration! I'm happy those guys working for the railroad we're willing to give you the scoop! Quality Quality Quality! I really am tickled pink!!!
Really interesting insight into switching. Great commentary, always very informative and enjoyable to listen to.
Outstanding video on railroad operations. As always, your video skills paired with you narrating expertise provided another great video.
Really enjoyed this vid Danny! Happy New Year! Cheers, Dan
Thanks Danny. Really enjoy the ballet of customer switching.
Another great video Danny! And yes, thanks Christian for the assistance in setting the proper locations. Keep up the good work. Be safe.
Really great video I always like your videos very informative 👍👍
That was , as usual, an informative and entertaining video. It's really a pleasure to watch PROFESSIONALS at work. That's due you Danny, all your videos are TOP NOTCH sir. Thanks for your very informative and interesting work, it's very much appreciated.
Another great, and very well produced, production by Mr. Danny Harmon himself. You always teach me something and your videos are a joy to watch. Actually, I was having withdrawals from not seeing a video posted in a short while. I hope all is well and happy new year!
Your voice is calming and very enjoyable to listen to, great video.
Great video as always Danny, it helps when the railroaders are quite the nice fellas.
Happy new year Danny... thanks for the first video, of the last year of this decade... Cheers
Awesome Vid, I grew up watching trains in the Northeast around Philly, during the Pennsy and Reading era just before Conrail , The crews working the North Philly and Wayne Jct yards were , a bunch of jerks and A-holes to us , I love how these Southern rail crews are so cool and polite to viewers & Rail fans !!!
Hi Danny!! So good to hear your voice again. Your videos are totally fabulous. So much information adding to the "why" that makes trains special. You've become very good at adding in drown footage that helps explain the down time of a train, as well fill in time to add depth to the story. Your becoming the Herman Melville of Video Story Telling. I'm hoping still to bump into you so I can see what it takes to put together an epic story like this and a lot of your videos. Thanks as always, Ted
Have recently found and watched most of your videos Danny and the quality seems to improve all the time, and your narration is easy to listen to.
As a UK viewer, it's interesting to see how things work on USA lines - much of it is alien to me!
Would like to see more of this last mile, stuff as it seems particularly interesting, especially with the extra info from the train Crew.
Thanks.
danny, i did enjoy this day as usual............these single car deliveries are GREAT...........good to hear the clear talk between conductor and engineer..........especially when he called for 3 step protection.....and when he called out 14 cars and then halved it to 7 ............you have a real knack for getting the good stuff on your videos.........YOU'RE THE BEST.... ,,,,,,,,thanks.
Great video, as always. It looks like you had great weather and a fun day
Fantastic Video I love how you narrated this video and the Pawer was amazing the scenery!!
I use to live in Ocoee and I work in Apopka so I've always seen these trains go by and wondered where they were going... now I know lol. Amazing video!
Another Great Video Danny . Look Forward to many More this New Year !!
It’s a bit interesting watching these videos as a locomotive conductor now. lol
Great video as always Danny!!
Another outstanding video Danny! Love the first mile/last mile action. Going to share this one on my blog. Love the sounds of the ties creaking, the handbrakes coming on, and the pop (loud I'll grant you) of the train line parting. Thanks as always from Australia.
Thanks so much, Andrew!
Loved the video as usual, great to see some switching up close and the GP9 running
Hi Danny it's been awhile since I've seen a new video it's good to see you back out railfanning I love this video you don't see very much switching activity are the local railroads good job man peace out have a great day
Great Video Danny, appreciated. Happy 2019, look forward to many of your Great Video's.
I thought that hose was going to snap ! I guess they are designed to un couple that way.
I learn several new thing's everytime I watch your videos.
Thanks !!!
I’m a new viewer of your videos and like everyone I’ve seen. I live in Savannah Geogia but I grew up in the Mt Dora, Eustis, Tavares area. Keep up the great work!
Thanks, Danny. It looks like an interesting job when the weather is good. Maybe not so much in a storm. Very safety minded crew, good show guys !
Love this Danny. Would like to see more of these videos. We get to see a lot of mainline traffic, but not much switching, even here in the Pine Level -Selma Yard. Most of the switching is done early morning or at night when most folks is asleep. Good work DH !!
Excellent video...great production and tons of information!! Thanks!
Enjoyed the video Danny! Very well put together! Hoping next time I’m down there this summer I can explore the central Orlando area and the Florida Central! Keep up the good work sir!
Dan - excellent presentation! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Danny - I'm a big fan of your videos from Southampton, England. Particularly like the switching videos - excellent.
If you say shunting we'll still know what you're talking about! 😉
Your videos and narration are nothing short of brilliant. I’d give you an Emmy award.
Wow! Many thanks, Chris!!
Thanks for the great (as always) video. Happy New Year!
Love it.A lot more interesting than your basic run by.The best narration too.
12:55 I love the reaction from the train being stopped just too short.
"Bump it!"
Same.
Excellent show. Thank you for your work.
Super video, Danny. Very informative; guy on the ground really knows his stuff. Great to see the friendly crew, not always like that.
Pinsly Railroad runs those same GPs up here in my city. Great video Danny, love your channel!!
6:12 he finally climbs on a car. I'd of been riding them till I absolutely needed to walk but maybe he enjoys walking.
Danny- This video was linked at the end of your “CSX Symbology” video. I enjoyed this Florida Central video very much, on switching operations to local customers. This video was fun, entertaining, and educational. I wish this video showed the operations for the entire work day of this fabulous crew of the Florida Central! Excellent filming and narration of this video, sir. I hope to see more videos like this one, in the future. Thank you, Danny, and to all the crew members at the Florida Central, on a job well done!
Another really great video Danny.. the narration explaining the action really adds to the flow of the video..
Yeah, this one was a lot of fun. The Florida Central folks were great, too.
Great video once again. The cars slamming into each other and the disconnecting of the air line hose is so entertaining to me .
This is awesome. I love using model trains to do just this rather than driving them around in an oval on a table.