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4- vs. 6- vs. 8-wide debate redux (Was: Re: Containers)
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lugnet.build
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Mon, 13 Mar 2000 23:52:41 GMT
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(Okay, this is posted to .build _only_, because it has no relation to trains
whatsoever. It has nothing to do with containers either, only the ongoing 4-
vs. 6- vs. 8- wide controversy.)
I was just thinking this morning how I need to build some rescue equipment for
my Launch Command setup, and how displeased I was at LEGO's fire and rescue
trucks, helicopters, et al. I already have 10+ safety crew for my astronauts
and their support crews, but the safety crew is limited to running to
emergency situations. I decided to go 6-wide with my rescue trucks and
whatnot, as that should afford me at least 2 onboard crew per vehicle. Once
I've got some MOC's together, I'll post more info.
-Cheese
In lugnet.trains, Bram Lambrecht writes:
> In lugnet.trains, Christopher Masi writes:
> > I have been wondering the same thing; should I make containers 4 wide
> > or six wide. 4 wide means I am ok with the old style containers and I
> > can continue using windows and shutters for doors. 6 wide means I have
> > enough doors to make 1 container.
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> I think 6-wide makes much more impressive trucks. You can always make doors
> out of plates, using a few 1x2 plates w/ handle and
> plate 1x1 w/ vert. clip to create hinges. If you're feeling really
> ambitious, go eight-wide, and about 40-50 studs long[1] :)
> --Bram
>
> 1) http://www.chuh.org/Students/Bram-Lambrecht/LEGO/land/
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