Dragging Equipment On the S Line

Here are the highlights form a railfanning morning back in March. I caught a defect on the radio and helped out the crew.

[@iamrichrocker]

Danny..you should do audio book or documentary narrations..your voice has an eloquent and soothing quality....

[@curtnicholson7771]

He is an excellent narrator isn't he. Very very knowledgeable also probably one of the best I've heard but there are a couple more of his caliber from different parts of the country. One is an actual train engineer another just a super fan as Danny is with a excellent channel as well. And as far as I'm concerned the more the better for us other rail fans.

[@glennpeterson9440]

Its called "voice over"

[@darrellborder8555]

Danny proves that there are many talented people among the human race that don't require being foisted into mainstream. He's great at this and his passion shows through in every episode.

[@paulwest8185]

One thing a lot of people don’t realize is Danny’s job is doing voiceovers on a news station in Florida (like when they’re talking about a news story and showing pictures)

[@drewwilder5958]

He actually has. There is a documentary about the sou 4501 on KZbin called “And Then There Was One”. He narrated it, I highly recommend it!

[@williamsquires3070]

It’d probably be REAL irritating if the drone were to run out of battery power and fall into an empty coal hopper bound for Illinois! 😬

[@mattyboy3576]

I had a drone no camera view so you had to keep site at all times I never did any railfanning with it cause it didn't have a camera that i could watch with i was flying it past the small pond in our pasture and lost sight of it it ended up going down somewhere but we never found it

[@davrober48]

I did that with a golf ball at the Daytona Country Club in 1970 . I think it went all the way to Jax but now I tell people my longest drive I ever hit was about 89 miles.

[@AnonOmis1000]

@@davrober48 now that's funny

[@ctfilms432]

@@davrober48 lol

[@curtnicholson7771]

William Squires we already got our own coal in Illinois!

[@jasonking2943]

Danny here is a good one for ya. Back when I was a conductor my train busted a knuckle about 80 cars off the lead. It was a hot Georgia day, I carried the knuckle all the way back along with a hammer. Got the knuckle installed and coupled back up. This was before the days of the three step and all that stuff. I started my way back to the front and I heard a horn blow, this guy offered me a ride back to the locomotive. I thought what the hell it will save me a few steps and maybe he had air conditioning. I walked over to his car opened the passenger door and said thank you. He pulled off and I noticed in his back seat was dresses wigs high heels so I said you wife lefts you take her car out huh. He seemed like he was confused so I pointed to the stuff in his back seat. He said oh that and chuckled.....no sir he replied I do drag on the weekend.....I never told that story to my co-workers and my wife has never let me forget it either!

[@CaptainJoey63]

10:49 That K5H on Q-453 is music to my ears. Great video!

[@locoluke4149]

CaptainJoey63 I never expected to see you here (it’s Luke)

[@richmondrailfan8444]

CaptainJoey63 that dash 8 had a fresh paint job

[@chud327]

So cool that you could help out!

[@canadianpacificstudios5835]

Whaaaaaaaa

[@sirensandrailroadsofoklahoma]

@@canadianpacificstudios5835 shut up

[@canadianpacificstudios5835]

@@sirensandrailroadsofoklahoma No.

[@sirensandrailroadsofoklahoma]

@@canadianpacificstudios5835 yes

[@canadianpacificstudios5835]

@@sirensandrailroadsofoklahoma nes

[@DrMortoseCommands]

You can tell the passion you have for the railroad from the quality of these videos. Keep it up!

[@luxomni]

You offered the conductor a ride. I thought I was the only one to do that. I actally saw a coupler break, and the train separate right beside me! It was toward the end ofa CSX G train (ironically also in in Central Florida. I'm from GA, and I was killing time while my wife was in a Seminar somewhere on Disney. No idea where, But I know I spent time in Lakeland, Lake Wales, and Avon Park that day) I drove about a mile to the engine to tell them and gave the conductor a lift, both ways to the broken knuckle. Fortunately he had a spare. I didn't even know they carried those things. Considering how heavy that thing is he was extremely thankful for the lift. I can't even begin to imagine carrying that thing a mile! And then I gave him a ride back to the engine.

[@georgeclausen2408]

I think folks like seeing you as you explain what we're viewing. Those drone shots are really something! Glad you were able to recover the drone from that tree related mishap in the last video. It's beyond me how someone can fly one of those things from the ground, get good pictures, yet not constantly run into power lines, trees, trains and who knows what not. And always appreciated are those highway shots as you run from one railfanning location to another; raised in NE Florida and living in the Midwest for 40 years I enjoy the highway scenery of Florida along with all the railfanning. Thanks!

[@lucienvandal2946]

You do an excellent job at commentating your videos. Very interesting. Keep them coming.

[@jovetj]

You do such great videography of trains... it's really appreciated! It's almost like being there! 11:30 For example, the shot of those signals is so crisp and clear that you can make out the aspects of all the lenses, even without (sun)light shining right on them. Looks like the left signal is: *R* - *G* *Y* *R* - *Y* *L* *R* and the right signal is the same without the red marker on top.

[@craigymac5386]

Excellent video Danny. I just hope that conductor appreciated you giving him a lift. It must be a nightmare for them when things like this happen on these extremely long trains.

[@csxfloridafunnelrailfan3065]

Run through from Union Pacific. Always a treat for Florida railfans.

[@BuckeyeNationRailroader]

Well you might get that more often, I heard in a recent issue that CSX, NS, UP, and BNSF are leasing power, don't know why?, so you might get to see consists like when CSX leased all those locomotives between 1995 and 2005.

[@distantsignal]

CSX is leasing or borrowing locomotives because they took 900 units off their own roster. 900 fewer assets to pay taxes on. It's some part of the Hunter Harrison scheme.

[@AmericanRailfan-gb8oq]

Distant Signal I remember from my childhood seeing consist from that 1995- 2005 era, that was impressive.

[@railfanmaximstill7279]

@@BuckeyeNationRailroader CP is envoled in that leasing deal. UP Leases numbers 5500 to 5600 to the CP.

[@earllutz2663]

That was real generous of you Danny. YEAH for Danny!!!!!

[@GearheadExplorer85]

I'm amazed how fast those long freight trains are moving on the main. They're really booking it.

[@ryantheredrailfan2535]

You’re so kind and considerate to help the train conductor and to be respectful of the train conductor not wanting you to film him. Also Virtual Railfan will have a new camera to all of KZbin on Saturday 8/12! I’m very excited!

[@Billman730]

While working in the signal Dept I would help out trains with dragger reported issues. I met many conductors that heard my name on the radio and would say hello as they passed where I was working. Since the towers were gone it was nice to mingle with road crews when ever possible. Great video !

[@nickklein6678]

Nice video! Pretty cool that you helped that conductor.

[@BarredCoast0]

Good to hear that Danny was showing that good ole southern hospitality to the conductor. Dan's the man!

[@earllutz2663]

Always enjoy your videos. Viewing this, 4 years after the fact.

[@chrisherman7531]

coal trains stopped up here in western New York due to both coal plants being shuttered. Csx ran "named" hoppers with coal plant employees names and plant locations stamped on the side of the cars.

[@veinbanger9381]

Sounds like our Somerset Plant

[@rayfoley1966]

Thanks for your interest and sharing. I'm a retired engineer on CSX outta Chicago. I enjoy watching and it relaxes me.

[@bmasters1981]

Danny, my son is a CSX engineer in Manchester, GA; most of his runs go from Waycross. I sit here at my home in Fountain Inn, SC and look at all your videos and enjoy them very much. I am a retired trucker from Wal-Mart, and I often wonder if I would have liked the railroad more than driving a road. Thanks for all the good videos!

[@jacobdubielak]

Is your son a friendly engineer who gives horn shows to railfans I'm just asking

[@mattbaxter508]

I like the new style of video with you doing commentary. Keep it up. This was a great video

[@distantsignal]

Thanks Matt. Will do.

[@macmikey]

agreed, best vid i've seen yet, radio announcer voice is great too, perfect for those commentaries

[@TracksideSam]

1:01 To my surprise I thought that was a cool dream but really phosphate road 101 lol

[@muddtrack6969]

Wow It doesn't get any BETTER than this Dan, feel like I'm with you , A local man named ROY TURNER FILMED AN OLD BIG BOY, THAT CAME THROUGH ROCKWOOD TN ,VERY DEDICATED MAN,RIP ROY, AN YOU DAN HELPING THE CONDUCTOR RETURN TO THE LOCO! CHEERS !

[@jerrysinclair3771]

Danny, great video and explanation all the goings on. The drone was a nice feature and not over done. That camera shy conductor was sure surprised to see you! ...and you offered him a ride back to the front. very nice.

[@robertsuper7451]

I've been filming in chasing trains myself for many years haven't done it lately I like the style that you use for reporting what's coming and going and using the radio awesome job

[@distantsignal]

Thanks very much. It's a lot of work, but I really enjoy it...when I have time.

[@ottobettcher7025]

Great catch on that defect detector. I've never heard one before Thanks.

[@beulahpowell1478]

I love this video. Boy those empty railroad cars are noisy. Yep sometimes a train will sneak up on you while your trying to eat . Thanks Danny. Awesome captures.

[@Paul-kw8cl]

Love it Danny! Being from railroad town Altoona PA I just love you knowledge, expertise and just great railfanning! Love the drone!

[@JawTooth]

Live Action!

[@jacobdubielak]

But wait there's more of course there is that's your line I'm just saying it to impress you

[@kutamsterdam]

Half the time i don't know what you're talking about but you bring it with enthousiasme and you have a pleasant voice....i like trains too but know nothing about them.

[@JJRicks]

Pitt Brad it takes time, but eventually you learn from experience. Keep going! :D

[@edgreene4176]

Thought of you yesterday Danny as I watched a southbound freight on the S line pass the idling BNSF led freight near MP 817. A hopper car went by that still said Seaboard System! Hope you had a great National Train Day. Thank you for all your video efforts

[@distantsignal]

Thanks Ed. I was at TUS from 11:30 until about 1:00. Had a work situation and had to leave. Glad you had a good day.

[@fueldixon9043]

Great video once again, love watching your channel.

[@Florida8499]

I've enjoyed all your videos over the years. They have been very informative. Your CSX signal tutorials was great! My kids sat down and watched them and they're not rail fans. This video was awesome! I will continue to keep watching them and I hope you keep making them for along time. Have a great day.

[@distantsignal]

Wow! Thanks so much , Dana!

[@mattcwell]

When you said the villages retirement community is getting closer all the time, did I sense a little double-meaning there, haha. Enjoying all of your vids my friend.

[@kh7cz]

Gotta LOVE the drone shots!!

[@tfs4499]

The audio, video, info, and narration is great; KEEP IT COMING DANNY, AND THANKS FOR DOING WHAT YOU DO!

[@jeanhorton58]

Always enjoy your videos. Please keep them coming. Jean H.- New Jersey

[@patrickolaughlin6027]

Best train video I've watched yet . Thanks for the good job !

[@1traintracker]

Another great video! I like seeing you in front of the camera more. Makes it more personal. That was nice of you to assist the conductor like you did. I too have assisted several conductors with rides and they really appreciate it especially when it is hot.

[@dmorgan28]

That was an awesome video. I always enjoy watching your videos. Thanks Danny👍👍👍❤️

[@peterhanahoe4913]

Love it, I like your style very much. Makes me want to re-visit Florida. Not been there for many years. Last time I came I visited the Bone Valley area but found it very difficult without knowing the moves and felt like I was chasing shadows a lot of the time. Thanks for this video, it is excellent.

[@michaelsmith-wv3ee]

Kudos on helping the conductor. Another excellent "Distant Signal" production. I use your videos to escape and relax. Like to move to Florida and have one of those little homes along the S-line. That would be awesome. BTW, don't know if anyone commented on the handwritten card in your car's dash space, when you were filming the dispatch radio... It's good you have a "me" waiting at home from long rail fanning adventures. Keep up the great work, we appreciate your work!

[@southernrailfanner8429]

It always interesting the way the railroad works, from fixable issues to sizable backups like the video from November. I think the thing that has always happened to all of us railfans is the train that sneaks up on you and it always happens when your not prepared. I like the new narration affect you brought in on this one. It is always good to see more coal trains out on the lines. Thanks for posting. Luke

[@mrserious55]

nice to finally see the face behind that legendary voice...keep up the great work Dan!

[@MrBlaineH]

Great video. You do a great job of keeping the content interesting. Bravo!

[@Jensmetts]

Hello sir, thank you sharing your videos. Very professional. I been having to do less since my knee surgery. Nothing serious. Just a 50 something year old body trying to keep up with my 20 year old mind. But your videos have been keeping me still and keeping me out of trouble with my better half. Thanks for sharing your videos Jens

[@andresmorales4492]

I love all the drone views, thank you. 👍

[@ollieahokas9179]

Always nice to see your outstanding and informative videos, they all stand out of the rest I see here and I am always looking forward to more. Keep them coming, Dan! Greetings from Sweden!

[@distantsignal]

Thank very much, Ollie! Great to hear from you.

[@edwardaustin740]

I've always been a fan of trains. Living in Belleview, Fl we get used to the many trains day and night. Thanks for the great videos

[@dancohen9141]

And another observation and complement your tip about watching the springs on the car is coming very helpful although I knew it it’s been a redirect for me and it’s been incredibly helpful in determining whether trans are loaded or not so thank you so much for that

[@peterhanahoe4913]

Really enjoyed that , thanks Danny. I have seen this one before, enjoyed it just as much watching it again.

[@marksmith1452]

I really enjoy your videos.My parents happen to live in the Villages and I visit often.Their house is close to 301 and Wildwood is a close drive .My moms hair dresser is actually across the street from the Wildwood train station.So when I take her I hang out there watching the trains while she gets her hair done.Ive watched many of your videos and have learned alot more about how railroads work because of your knowledge.Thank you.

[@russ117044]

Stumbled upon your channel. Love it! Keep up the good work.

[@thonatim5321]

Great video. I have been a Foamer since I was 5 years old. My Dad worked for the RR his entire adult life.

[@slow4dr367]

Love the vlogstyle videos, Danny. This may be my favorite video yet.

[@chrisherman7531]

Danny, gotta tell you, your videos are the most informative and enjoyable yet. Keep up the good work!!

[@distantsignal]

Thanks Chris! Much appreciated.

[@ThePaulv12]

Cheers for helping him! - as payment the engineer gave the viewers a nice doppler shifted series of honks which were so good I have to good I have to lie down and recover ....

[@darrellbuffaloe8347]

We depend on rail service here in the magic valley and have a lot of track, but it is all feeder lines. served by the Eastern Idaho Railroad. Your videos are really appreciated - THANK YOU!

[@mr7wi]

Great work mate.

[@zfactortedzabel9267]

Nice note on the console in your vehicle. You are loved! Great video with the explanations and drone shots.

[@matthiaskraushaar4064]

Hi Danny, I like this railfanning videos as well. Í´ve learned a lot about railway in USA, thank for that! I‘ll enjoy further on for sure. Best regards from Germany

[@theubaum]

Danny, another GREAT video! Thanks for sharing!

[@ericsturniolo]

I love the collaboration on this video! Really like the "vlog" style you put into it!

[@Tri-Light2749]

Its an older video but i have a note. That E020 you got, bound for Evansville. At Howell yard in Evansville, they transfer it to the Evansville Western Railway, usually it has SVTX ES44s or EVWR SD70MACs, or they even keep the CSX ES44S on it. My mom grew up maybe 4 miles from that yard and it always makes me excited when things bound for a place I have been to is in your videos.

[@vgerst8276]

Good stuff Danny! Loved every minute!

[@nelsonmiller6216]

Great job! I love your videos too. You make them interesting and informative. Thank you.

[@sbrunner69]

Awesome Danny!. Love the change-up in format.

[@Juanelo1946]

Danny, your drone shots are stunning! Your story is captivating! Great video!

[@rigstoriches6194]

Sir Danny u have the smoothest train videos I've ever seen. 🎯🤙🏿

[@salinerailfan3907]

Love that k5h/ k5l horn. Great video Danny.

[@xTheRedShirtX]

You are one of 2 rail fans I subscribed to. Amazing job with the video.

[@MarysMaamCave]

That was so nice of you to give the conductor a ride!

[@roysnelgar1820]

Hi Danny, thanks for sharing mate.That was a very exciting video just loved it. Liked big time.

[@rexbonham8410]

Nice videos Danny!!!! Thanks so very Much!!!!!

[@poppydc43ify]

your best yet. thanks

[@louis9750]

Awesome video Danny!!!

[@xero925]

Wow! Love the starting format!

[@SCLModeler]

Love the new format your doing! Keep up the great work! VLL

[@sparky739]

Great video and story telling as usual, Danny...loved the love note in the console tray! Good to see you're using a UAS now, I have a Phantom IV myself for commercial work. Love it!

[@distantsignal]

Thanks Steve. Yes, I have a Phantom 3 Pro, which is a HUGE step up from my 2nd gen Phantom 2. Studying for my Part 107 Certificate now. Thanks again.

[@matthewjones9912]

Excellent video! Great explanations

[@3006USMC]

Subed I love the drone footage and how you explain what each train is and also the description of the locomotives. Keep up the great work.

[@pinchy08]

If your subscribed to Milleniumforce, in August 2014 he helped a defect on a coal train headed for Apollo Beach. Right in front of him a bang, clank, knuckle breaks. He drove the conductor to the defect and the knuckle was fixed quick enough for the train to continue its journey to Apollo Beach to drop off its load at the Apollo Beach power plant.

[@steamfan1211]

Really enjoyed this video.Thanks for posting.

[@gregsmith1719]

Great that you got to help that guy with a ride.

[@ravenhawk6910]

Another great video Danny! I like how you stood in front of the camera most of the time in this one. A nice change for the norm.

[@thelowcountryrailfan8286]

Love that UP 2nd Gen K5HL

[@WestCoastRails]

Just Subscribed, like your video, well edited and your voice over info is great!! many thanks and look forward to many more. Greg

[@donhunking2286]

Love those drone cut in shots . Makes the video even more enjoyable . Carry on the excellent work 👍

[@soarinskies1105]

I remember when you were first starting out how few subscribers you had. I’m so happy to have seen you come such a long way.

[@distantsignal]

Yeah, me too! Thanks.

[@FalconXE302]

Man I love the new format... nice to see you on the right side of the camera and the aero shots are awesome. With this type of video your subs can only go up in my view. Thanks for posting... your videos don't come out that often, but are always worth the time spent watching.

[@distantsignal]

I really apprecaiate your kind comments. Yeah I decided to try the Vlog approach to fill in the story gaps. I'm glad people like seeing me on camera, though I never want to make these videos about me. The trains are still the thing. Thanks again!

[@FalconXE302]

Absolutely Danny... the trains are the stars... but it's great to now be able to put a face to the voice... Cheers

[@TheBraniffTaylor]

Danny your vids are top notch. I always look forward to your postings.

[@distantsignal]

Many thanks Braniff!

[@davedennis6042]

I love those drone shots. I will always watch for Hobo's on the trains now, thanks to you. Really been enjoying watching RanOutOnARail. Watch a lot of Stobie, and Shoestring videos too.

[@desertfoxx1823]

Nice catch Danny! Leave it to you to help out a conductor. Best train videos on youtube with that "announcers" voice, great information and videos. Keep up the awesome work!

[@dennisbrowder6316]

Real nice Danny always good stuff.

[@myfavorites1016]

really like your videos , many thanks for posting them for us

[@TrainNut85]

Quite the day you had Danny, excellent video!

[@ApproachMedium]

Another fine production :-)

[@haegenbyrne]

hey approach medium how are you

[@colinmulder6806]

Hello Danny, Nice work once again.

[@buzzydeft]

Great video as usual Danny...Thanks and keep up the good work! Love for you to do a video on the old Hook and Eye Line when you get a chance across the Hiwassee Loop.