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In lugnet.events.brickworld, Rob Hendrix wrote:
> Q2: "Must be built of LEGO parts in its entirety"? Is this only for the
> locomotive itself, or does this also include the propulsion mechanism
> (motor, drive train, power source). Can I use motors from other sources
> instead of lego motors?
> And, does "pretty much do what ever your heart desires" leave it wide open
> for custom electronics, custom motors, custom power sources? You might want
> to mention to people they can't use flammables, rocket motors, or any other
> dangerous open flame combustion propulsion!
>
> A: As for the power you can modify any style of Lego's motors from any of
> their building systems. If the motor housing is cut to fit a larger motor
> that is fine. It should bear some resemblance to a Lego part that has been
> modified. An after market engine that is simply glued and screwed to a Lego
> part is no good. If you dare to make a flame combustion propulsion engine
> that fits into these parameters that is fine. You melt my track and we're
> going to have issues! In a nutshell custom motor OK (must resemble a Lego
> part), custom electronics OK (must be well hidden), custom power source NO
> GO. I'll provide standard power packs.
So...does this mean that as long as I can fit it all inside of stock LEGO parts,
I can build in machine guns and homing rockets for to destroy the competition
and win by forfeit?
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