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Re: Universal Joint Modifications for Train Applications
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lugnet.technic
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Thu, 6 May 2004 00:23:50 GMT
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In lugnet.technic, Mark Bellis wrote:
> Has anyone modified a universal joint? Was your modified part successful?
Mark,
I have also been looking at a Shay, but encountered the same problems and put it
on hold for a while to let it percolate. I even tried a sliding joint with
square tubing, with some success. But I never got around the length of the
universal joints. I experimented with the CV joints in the 4x4 set, but the
diameter is too large. Let us know how the mods go - Ben's new train wheels make
for great possibilities :)
ROSCO
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| (...) Square tubing? Is that using Lego pieces? Or is it Plastruct (styrene) that is similar to flex tubing but square? I noticed that at model railway shows. I tried to think of Lego pieces that would fit the bill, seeing as the real engine uses a (...) (20 years ago, 8-May-04, to lugnet.technic)
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