BNSF 142 leads the second local to the Alcoa Yard after passing Sepulveda Blvd

Taken just after 6:20pm with 142 leading and 102 trailing and I got a video of them as they were heading to the Alcoa Yard in Torrance from Watson Yard in Wilmington and the train is carrying some hopper cars and lots of oil tanker cars that are all heading to the Alcoa Yard and enjoy the video everybody

[@Silvio.S.Arruda0044]

Great video

[@HarborSubHughley]

@@Silvio.S.Arruda0044 Thank you

[@DismayingObservation]

Thumbs up because I know that crossing so well and just a smidgen of well-meant constructive criticism.
I get the impression that you live on one of the side streets off of Sepulveda, you’re listening for horns and rushing outside to capture the action. So, it’s a lot of the same shots over and over again.
If your budget allows, consider investing in a VHF scanner or receiver. The radio frequencies are public information. Then, get a tripod and go to the opposite corner to shoot without having to rush. You can even set up in front of the camper shell lot. You’ll get more of the trains and crossing facing east without having to shoot over Oroweat.
I have to compliment you for your dedication and I think that if you just get the scanner for now, you’ll get more and better future footage.

[@HarborSubHughley]

@@DismayingObservation I have a scanner but I can’t the proper batteries for it and I can’t afford a tripod and sometimes there are times where I can and can’t go closer to the crossing

[@DismayingObservation]

Then keep on doing what you’re doing and upgrade your equipment as you’re able. You’re very fortunate to live so close. My girlfriend (now my wife) lived not far from there on Gramercy. Naturally, I had to cross the line at Arlington whenever I went to visit. I’m amazed at how many of the old signals are left!

[@HarborSubHughley]

@@DismayingObservation Yeah it is awesome