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(...) Interesting. I'd assert that the clearance needed on the inside is a function of the width of rolling stock and the maximum distance kingpin to kingpin (the longer a car, the more the center overhangs the inside of the curve). I'd assert that (...) (23 years ago, 13-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.us.nclug, lugnet.trains)
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My rule of thumb is to attach 2x3 bricks to the inside of a curve's ties and make sure that the building comes no closer than that (i.e., the building is always 2 studs away from the inside curve.) The outside may require even more clearance, but I (...) (23 years ago, 13-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.us.nclug)
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(...) Well first here is a link to the most recent NELUG layout. (URL) your building is on the outside of the curve of track you don't have a problem. (By that I mean really close to not "on top of"). The inside corners are what you really need to (...) (23 years ago, 13-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.us.nclug)
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Any suggestions on a general rule as to how much space is prudent to leave on either side of track for a variety of trains to easily negotiate around curves? This is for NCLUG/NCLTC's upcoming GATS. I am trying to plan my plot layout. I have one (...) (23 years ago, 13-Jun-01, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.us.nclug, lugnet.trains.org)
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Hi. I'm putting together a robotics/Mindstorms user group in Norfolk, VA. If you are interested in participating, or have any advice for me on how to get started or reach potential members, please let me know. As soon as I get a few people together (...) (23 years ago, 5-Jun-01, to lugnet.loc.us.va.nor, lugnet.loc.us.va.new, lugnet.org.us.richlug, lugnet.org.us.wamalug, lugnet.org.us.nclug, lugnet.robotics)
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