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Re: A small car
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Date: 
Wed, 16 Mar 2005 14:51:58 GMT
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, J. Spencer Rezkalla wrote:
For detail, I think six wide is the minimum width to work with that allows for a
variety of sufficiently different vehicles and still functions reasonably well
within the scales found in train layouts. If I had my way, I'd really want to
build in 5-wide - but I find the limitations on axle sets and windshields are
too restrictive.

I agree--I grew up thinking all cars should be four wide, but six is where it's
at if you want it to be more detailed.


Mustang and 300C. Since I typically use the 33deg slope panel for all my
windshields, I'll use wedge plates for the roof to give the illusion of
curvature in the squarish windshield. I'll also add a few tiles to the roof

I think this is the key--it's the illusion or pinching of shapes to make them
look different than what they really are.

There's probably more, but getting tired of typing. :)

No, this is useful stuff!  It's good to hear from a pro, I love your designs!

Calum



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