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Re: Table Legs (was Re: Bridge & ideas (for GEMTS 2001))
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lugnet.org.ca.nalug, lugnet.trains.org
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Thu, 10 May 2001 04:00:02 GMT
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Steve Chapple wrote:
> In lugnet.org.ca.nalug, Michel Magnan writes:
> > ...The ["standard" LEGO train table] legs are very labor intensive,
> > and I still haven't finished the legs from the tables I made last year.
> > I believe that the PNLTC guys have eliminated the attachable legs, due
> > to the long set up time. If we could somehow use folding legs that would
> > save a lot of time, both now and in the future. Steve could you post
> > to the IOLTC asking them about their current table standards?
>
> I did so, and John Neal started to reply, but then figured it would
> be better to discuss it here so that others could contribute to - and
> benefit from - the discussion. OK John - you have the floor... 8-)
Ahem, well, okay then:-)
First off, I will say that there is no current "standard". The GMLTC used
30"x45" tables for our last layout (actually just a skosh longer on each
dimension to avoid module buckling). This size is convenient because it is
the area of 6 large gray baseplates. For the legs we used regular ol' metal
folding ones you can buy at any Home Depot or such for about $12 (for a
pair). They are 30" high.
I think we used 1/2 thick plywood, but the tables were reinforced with a rim
of 2x4s underneath for added stremph. We ran them long ways. Here is a
schematic of the old layout:
http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?i=2213
The flared-out modules were the last ones we built and where we got taste of
a deeper size with which to work. Our new layout was supposed to be the same
dimensions, only turned 90 degrees to make the depth be 45". In fact, we
even set some standards with the Mike Poindexter of the BayLTC.
Unfortunately, due to space limitations in our trailer, we had to alter our
dimensions. In order to maximize what space was available to us, we decided
to go with the tables being 40"x60" (long ways). Conan is having the frames
for these modules built from aluminum, so we are digressing away from any
sort of standard.
Having said all of that, I would say that if there were to be some standard,
I would recommend 30 x 45, and have the tables be 30" high. This is what I
use for my home layout. Personally, I used 3/4 plywood and no bracing. I
used high quality plywood (birch, I think), and had Home Depot cut them right
there. The other nice thing about 30 x 45 is that you get 3 tables out of 1
sheet of 4' x 8' with little waste. The folding legs screw in easily, and
you're good to go. 30 x 45 is easy to handle and maneuver, and can fit
through most doorways flat. I run mine 45" deep like the BayLTC layout does,
although I am only building up my modules 16 bricks, which is the minimum
I've found to allow for subway car clearance.
Uh, I guess I rambled on a little more than I had planned:-p Any other
thoughts about setting a standard for tables?
-John
> L#765
> StRuCtures
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