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Re: Super Chief set not ready for prime-time
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lugnet.trains, lugnet.lego.direct
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Thu, 16 Mar 2006 10:18:08 GMT
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Cool, missed that part.
Now...details on the sizing, where to buy, etc?
I'm sure I could bore out some brass rod, but if you have a supplier
that stocks the right size, it would save a ton of time...
pe668 wrote:
> In lugnet.trains, Thomas Stangl wrote:
> > A slightly better solution may be to find similar stock in the
> > pre-lubricated bronze used for bushings. I don't know the true name of
> > the stuff, but if tubing of the right size could be found, you wouldn't
> > need to worry about grease or oil.
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> Umm yeah, well I think you missed the point, NO lube is needed
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> In lugnet.trains, Peter Edwards wrote:
> > The extra circumference of the brass keeps the axle from seating too low, so it
> > will not rub on the frame. I did this to all my axles and everything has been
> > perfect since. No wear, no friction, and no lubrication needed.
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Tom Stangl
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