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Subject: 
Cutting tracks?
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lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.parts.mod
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Date: 
Fri, 20 May 2005 04:08:29 GMT
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I have a question for a very novice modder....

Let's just say... someone wanted to cut some Lego train track... what fairly
common, and inexpensive tool could an novice with a limited tool
selection/budget to attempt said mod?

What would a "pro" use?  And finally... lets just say you wanted to cut only the
rails leaving the "bed" intact?

Any suggestions welcomed, thanks.

Janey "Red Brick"

PS. I also posted this to rtl, because I do happen to know, not mentioning any
names (*cough*Dave*cough*) ummm I mean "someone" has cut a few tracks in his
days.



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  Re: Cutting tracks?
 
(...) XPosted to .trains, a lot of people who have done this hang there. Since you're cutting metal, something with fine teeth seems needed, perhaps a hacksaw... not sure how you would cut just the metal without cutting into the plastic unless you (...) (19 years ago, 20-May-05, to lugnet.parts.mod, lugnet.trains)
  Re: Cutting tracks?
 
(...) The tool of choice would have to be the (URL) and then a very sharp razor knife and a jewel saw. The metal rails on a track can be removed with out cutting, you can just pry them off. jt (19 years ago, 20-May-05, to lugnet.parts.mod, FTX)
  Re: Cutting tracks?
 
(...) There's probably a better way for the LEGO track, but I do know that there is a small saw-thingy that you can get at model railroad/hobby stores for cutting model railroad track. They're really sharp and have really small fine teeth. I can't (...) (19 years ago, 20-May-05, to lugnet.parts.mod)
  Re: Cutting tracks?
 
In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, C. L. GunningCook wrote: <snip> (...) As other people mentioned--Dremel is the bestest thing for them! I use a Dremel and 400 grit sandpaper--not much else. If you want to shoot me an e-mail detailing what you're trying (...) (19 years ago, 20-May-05, to lugnet.parts.mod, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
  Re: Cutting tracks?
 
"David Koudys" <dkoudys@redeemer.on.ca> wrote in message news:IGsHIv.n83@lugnet.com... (...) <snip> (...) I just use a modelers hand saw much like (URL) a homemade mitre box, simular saws can be found at hobby shops for about $10. I find the long (...) (19 years ago, 20-May-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)

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