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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Derek Raycraft writes:
> http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?i=210249
Actually, that's pretty similar to an idea that JeffE had. His idea was to
have a small core area with additional modules attached onto the side of
those core modules.
> The big problem with this is people that like to crash trains. The
> easiest way to fix this is to have the engineers cooperate so this
> doesn't happen. Or at least it doesn't happen for people who are not
> interested in crash their trains.
The crashing of trains I'm not too concerned with, but what does worry me is
that it increases the number of critical modules (ie, corners). If you have
ea reliable core of builders (so far, JeffE, me, JeffVW) who've done corners
in the past, plus add smore folks, it would be okay. But if someone can't
make it, or can't finish a module, then you're kinda out of luck.
> The problem of course is the long runs needed to get enough height to
> make a track cross over with enough clearance. 2 plates per track
> section makes for a long slope.
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> Another problem is the oddly shaped module needed. (Outlined in red).
> However this modual could be eliminated and bridges could be used to
> span the gap from the standard modules.
The odd spacer shouldn't be a problem.
> This would make for a unique layout if we wanted to go to the effort to
> build it.
Well, why not? Let's give it a try for this fall! Maybe one area could be
a port facing inwards. Another could be a mountain or something.
Calum
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