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(...) You'll need more than a program, you'll need to make sensors of some sort, as sensors that detect magnets are not on offer from LEGO. Chris Phillips made some (reedswitch based, I think) sensors, and documented what he did. it requires some (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.robotics)
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Magnets, righto. How do I do that? I've spent most of today trying to put together a program for a pressure pad triggered setup, haven't had any sucess. Same with a light program. I don't have any idea how to use magnets. Do you have a program I (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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"Steve Bliss" <steve.bliss@earthlink.net> wrote in message news:I8tyrF.1vqr@lugnet.com... (...) mmm, needs lights! (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Ack! Don't give them any ideas! "Space Train", anyone? With trans-neon-yellowgreen tracks? (URL) trans-neon-yellowgreen tracks>> Steve (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Anyone have any tips on programming the crossing so it works (...) Yes, go with magnets! :) I put my programme in the RCX 3 times, each time changing the light sensor to a higher setting. It worked great the 1st time in a shopping mall, but our (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Lego's new shade of gray - GRED! After reading all the other posts and finding the true origins of this section of track I'm relieved that this is not a new shade of gray Lego is trying to push on us! -Patrick (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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It probably is sold out, I am able to buy all other cars wholesale, but 10016 is not available, 10013/14/15/17 are, so probably gone, guard them well!!! (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.market.shopping)
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(...) Great question, and one that I might have some insight on, since I am on a number of different club mailing lists. The answer is "it depends". I would say that the majority of clubs do not practice setup in advance but just turn up on the day. (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) As a matter of interest, and linked to this subkect, do the US train clubs hold shows/events where every member turns up with a few modules and scenery straight from their homes, rather than holding all the tables/lego in one place? (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) The red/white bar is called the crossing gate I think. I don't think there are any fancy/complicated names for the parts. (...) I think it was not NGLTC, but rather GFLTC, specifically Robin Werner's work. I think Robin put up a link to info (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Sprinters come in short and long wheelbase versions as well as in low and high roof versions (so you get 4 possible cubics, plus all the door and window options). I bet the long wheelbase Transit is about the same capacity, or perhaps smaller, (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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I do not know if this is old news, but the 10016 Tanker is listed as "Sold Out' on the S@H website. I hope not because I would like to add some more cars to the collection. (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.market.shopping)
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(...) The standard thing for UK model railway exhibitions is that the organisers pay travelling expenses (i.e. van hire and petrol (gas)) within reason and normally provide lunch for exhibitors. (Traders of course have to pay to be there) (...) A (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) Works for me. Alternativly try (URL) and clicking on the Lego link. The link for the red track info is near the bottom of the page. Another method might be a google search for lucajuventino (one word) and navigatng from there Tim (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Sorry, two questions - First, model railway clubs pay you to hire a van? How does that work? Why would they pay you? Second, did you realize that while some enlightened Americans may have heard of a Ford Transit, they've probably never seen (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) That URL was garbled. Can you try it again? (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) I'm surprised you would use inches as your base measurement, since you are based in Europe. Why didn't you just use the simple formula 1 stud = 8 mm? (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) sweet. that's one of the better solutions i've seen for this. i think it was the ltc from georga that had the automated grade crossing at brickfest 2003. from what i remember it was very relyable and worked with magnents and a light sensor. (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Anyone caught with prototypes outside would be caught red-handed. (...) Cute red ghost on that page. pete.w (c'mon Lego how about transparent-whatever train track) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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What the heck are they called? I know the whole thing is referred to as a grade crossing, but other than crossbucks, I don't know what to call it. Anyways, I cooked this up recently: (3 URLs) It's going to be part of a larger module with a road (...) (20 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) I sub-contracted this to a model railway board builder. The boards I have ATM cost £26.80 each plus £9.90 per double leg, and I have 20 of each. This came to £742, a considerable investment! Add to this sneeze guards made from 14 pieces of (...) (20 years ago, 15-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Red Track (was: Say What???)
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(...) Hi, I was surprised to have a so great reaction to my pictures of the 9V curved track prototype! I assure that it is not a fake. It is not painted or edited by a computer grafic program. Simple, it is a prototype! Why red? Because Lego usually (...) (20 years ago, 15-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Thanks for the additional information, Tim. Too bad it is an just a production prototype and not an indication of something new coming from LEGO. I took my daughter to a Greenberg model train show this past weekend. I'm not and never have been into (...) (20 years ago, 15-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) More info on Luca's website (URL) and scroll down a bit tim (20 years ago, 15-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | Train Table Height [was: Discussion of Train Table Sizes]
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(...) To the best of my knowledge, no. General model railroading practice seems to be 36 inches. Some LTCs use this height. Most clubs of which I know use 30 inches (this is the nominal height of banquet tables, and easily achieved with standard (...) (20 years ago, 15-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: GFLTC at GATS Tampa this weekend (Dec 18-19)
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Note: wrong dates listed... It should be December 18-19, 2004. (...) (20 years ago, 15-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org, FTX)
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Hi all, The Greater Florida LEGO Train Club will have a layout at the Great American Trains Show (GATS) December 11-12, 2004 in Tampa, Florida. The 28ft X 16ft layout will feature two main lines of trains, a Monorail line, a large yard area, a large (...) (20 years ago, 15-Dec-04, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.loc.us.fl, lugnet.org.us.gflug)
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(...) u wish, i wish, but alas it's the same old radius. the part number is the same. i only wonder why it was molded in red. the only explanation i can think of is that they use red for testing new/replacement molds. ondrew (20 years ago, 14-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Hi all, I did use the measure of 30 and 7/32nds, with gives us 767,55625 millimeters, and rounded them up to 768mm. This is indeed a bit too much, because we got also problems with bridges (96 studs long) mounted on a table 30 bricks below the (...) (20 years ago, 14-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Chicago LEGO Builders Meeting in Deerfield - Dec 18th
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What? It's just a meeting, an informal gathering of other lego builders/fans/collectors in the Chicago area. People will likely bring creations to share. Past meetings have had lots of lego related conversation, ranging from online buying (...) (20 years ago, 14-Dec-04, to lugnet.org.us.clb, lugnet.loc.us.il, lugnet.trains.org.niltc, lugnet.events, FTX)
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(...) Looks like a mock-up of a new radius curve track. Wonder where it came from and if it's new. jt (20 years ago, 14-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | Say What???
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(URL) (20 years ago, 14-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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The GMLTC uses 40"x60" plywood tables with custom-built aluminum frames underneath and heavy-duty folding legs. Some pros and cons: - Pro: Plenty of room! After we trashed our last layout, we consciously decided to build "larger" this time: 8-wide (...) (20 years ago, 14-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) Funny you should mention that. I just bought 6 of that very type of banquet table for the traveling TCLTC layout yesterday ($41 each from Costco). I really like these tables and am excited about using them. I should also say that we've also (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org, FTX)
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(...) Dude, I say if you are going to keep doing these ROCKING creations, hog away. Spotlighted, and thanks for sharing. (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.town, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Hi all Don't mean to hog this newsgroup, but I thought you might want to see some more of my creations. I've really gotten into this microscale concept. Please LMKWYT. Mansion (more experimenting with the fountain, and a double staircase): (URL) (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.town, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Kevin- That's an unsolved problem for us that gets worse when we are in a hurry and as the layout gets larger. When we are not rushed, we losen the bolts a little and jiggle things until the square tables just fall into place. For our current (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) I should point out that at SCLTC, we initially provided spring clamps for temporary connection ($0.99 each) or until bolts were installed, but decided that they really were not necessary. We use wing nuts and just fasten the bolts finger (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org, FTX)
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(...) Kevin- I agree totally that making tables is -- or can be -- a lot of work. If all we ever did with the tables was set them up at matching heights at a show and then lay LEGO on them, it would definitely NOT be worth it. What does make it (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) I note that the loco in those pictures is not cloaked in Lego parts however. That was the hardest part for me. The front is made from two "6091 - Brick, Modified 2 x 1 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top". Of course, they got "adjusted" along with some of (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Interestingly, youre not the first to have tried this. Phillipe Label has done it too: (URL) some great work there. what did you use for the loco front? I can't make out. Samarth (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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Here is what NELUG uses. Most of our tables are 40.25" x 40.25" or 4x4 32x32 baseplates. The extra .25" is to account for the fact that the baseplates are not exactly 10" square but ever so slightly larger. We also use some 40.25" x 20.125". Finally (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) The NBLTC has adopted a modular approach using 80 studs wide x 160 studs long standard table (module) size. This works for us but the overall design allows for a multitude of arrangements and optional sizes within the modular concept. (...) (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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"John Barnes" <barnes@sensors.com> wrote in message news:I8MqI5.1qLs@lugnet.com... (...) Excellent as usual JB. Are the cars and locos top heavy? Do they have trouble in speedy turns? Have you had any traction concerns on slopes? Rob (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Very Cute!! Good luck with your project. Ben Medinets (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Very nice work. I'm hoping that you'll drop in on the next WAMALUG meeting and give us all a preview, (Please, please?) Rich (feeling a bit Homer Simpsonish... "New modified train plate...aaaaaaaach") (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) We don't do anything to secure the tables. We just position the tables where we want them and that is all. So far, we have never had a problem. If the tables move a little bit, we just give them a shove back in place. A few small table gaps (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) We thought about that too, but decided we had to build custom tables or they might spread apart, causing derailments. How do you keep them together? Do you clamp them or something? (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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I have always been incredibly impressed by SCLTC tables. Heck, I am always impressed by SCLTC layouts, too. All custom-built tables are impressive to some degree. Here at LUCNY, us crazy New Yorkers discuss building our own tables regularly, but (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) SCLTC builds its own tables from 0.240 inch thick melamine coated hardboard and uses 1.910 inch diameter black ABS pipe for the legs. Both materials are cheap and readily available. The drawback to the hardboard is that it is not waterproof, (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) Holy Schneikies! That's pretty amazing. I am not sure I "approve" (smile) but I'm impressed and can hardly wait to see it in person. Spotlighted. (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Very COOL!!! (...) John, outstanding work! That is some serious kit-bashing! You have raised the bar on micro 2 wide trains, and I have a feeling I may be on the verge of my very first modification. This has opened my eyes, I only hope I can (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: First public M>ltc display at Brandon Park Model Show
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(...) Don't know if I would be leaving a pile of containers in easy reach of the public. (...) Congratulations. (...) That's a pretty fancy bridge, I'm sure there is a cheaper option for a bridge of almost pontoon height. I know, I know this would (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org.mltc, FTX)
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| | First public M>ltc display at Brandon Park Model Show
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It's over!!! ===...=== This past weekend, (URL) the Melbourne LEGO® Train Club> did our first public train show. It was part of the Brandon Park Model Show, so there were models of all kinds there, although the majority were model trains. We had a (...) (20 years ago, 13-Dec-04, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.trains.org.mltc, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, lugnet.general, FTX)
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(...) [...] BayLTC has an assortment of different kinds of tables: mostly 30x60's, plus a few 30x45's, 30x30's, and 45x60's. We also have two 18x60 extenders which we bolt onto the sides of 30x60's to make 48x60 tables. Most of the tables have (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) Yay!!! Look forward to seeing this in person. Play On. M (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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The GMLTC recently displayed its layout at the Minnesota Transportation Museum's Jackson Street Roundhouse as part of their annual Christmas event. WCCO 4 News interviewed John Kelly (J3) of the GMLTC next to the layout. The video clip is available (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.events, lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.trains)
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| | In preparation for BrickFest '05
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Yep! I've started on my project for next year's BrickFest already! Of course, there's some brick modification involved, so read no further if you have a weak stomach. With the growing interest in micro, BrickFest '04s fantastic micro room and my (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains) !!
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(...) That's exactly what we've done: Use smaller modules, always. The standard in rtlToronto is 30.25x30.25", using the PNLTC standard. We use exclusively what I think they call a "half module", except its our regular size. Our "half" is actually a (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) That's a typo. I mean 4 (nominal 15") 48 stud square baseplates, a 2x2 square of them, (or a 3x3 square of (nominal 10") 32 stud square baseplates)... Sorry for any confusion! (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org, FTX)
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| | Re: Discussion of Train Table Sizes
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In lugnet.trains.org, Philippe Label wrote: (snip) A quick note... If you go with 30 inches EXACTLY, your tables will be just a smidgeon too small to hold a 4x4 baseplate since they are not exactly 15 inches but rather just a little over. We went (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org, FTX)
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| | Re: Discussion of Train Table Sizes
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Hello Thomas, Thank you for your interesting update on this everlasting point of table standardization. We are also seriously considering the standardization of tables for multi-participant presentations. Although it seems quite improbable that a (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org, FTX)
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A few things : For several LOWLUG events we needed tables. In the end we settled for tables exactly 2*3 32*32 baseplates. Reason : these still go through a normal door and are still easily carried by one person. The legs are whatever you want, (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Discussion of Train Table Sizes
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We all know that different LTCs around the world have different sized tables. NILTC uses 40x30, GPLR uses 30x60, IndyLUG uses 40x80, NBLTC uses 25x50, etc. There are previous more general discussions of train tables, e.g. (URL) interested in the (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: Looking for MOCs to copy :)
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Thanks Nate, Yes, I saw these from a tip sent direct via email! Very nice too, thanks all! SteveB (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Fests, Events, Parties!!!
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Hi All, I just wanted to send out a thought about fests, events, and parties. I have attended 3 BrickFests, 2 BricksWests, 1 LEGO World, 2 PNLTC "all-hands" parties, and several meetings that included AFOLs from around the world... (please don't (...) (20 years ago, 12-Dec-04, to lugnet.events, lugnet.org, lugnet.trains, lugnet.space, lugnet.castle) !
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| | Re: Looking for MOCs to copy :)
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(...) These are from LUCNY layouts. Trailers built by Kevin Salm. (URL) (20 years ago, 11-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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| | BricWorx Shop Notes, December 2004
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Shop Notes, November 2004, The BricWorx Newsletter Welcome! The BricWorx foundry mission is to bring quality models to train enthusiasts everywhere. Shop Notes allows us to keep you informed about developments at the foundry. New Product Release (...) (20 years ago, 11-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.market.brickshops, FTX)
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| | Re: building cow-catchers/ploughs?
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(...) I used 2x4 plates with some hinges on my Adventurer's train. It seems to work pretty well. I have an LDraw file at home that I can send you if you're interested. This is probably the best pic of the setup that I used: (URL) (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: GFLTC at the SMRC Train Show - Dec. 11-12, 2004
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(...) Robin, I look forward to seeing your new MOCs. Mat (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Has anyone made an American 4-4-0 with BBB wheels?
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Building an American 4-4-0 seems like the perfect use for the new BBB wheels, anyone done it yet? (I plan to give it a go myself when I can afford to get some BBB wheels to do it with :) (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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| | building cow-catchers/ploughs?
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I am looking for suggestions on how to build the cow-catcher/plough for my 6-wide Amercian 4-4-0 Steam locomotive. The plough should be 6 wide and all black. It should attach to the underside of a 1 x 4 area of studs (or to the top of the same 1 x 4 (...) (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: Looking for MOCs to copy :)
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Thanks Guys, These are a great start. Any tips on "quenticantial" design points that make a trailer "a trailer"? i.e. Rounded end roof, wheel wells with no tires, single landscape window on the ends... Anyone else got some pics? SteveB (...) (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Hi, you may find some ideas here: (URL) (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Modelling Indian Railways In Lego- A tutorial
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Hi All, I had briefly mentioned that I had written up a very basic tutorial on modelling Indian Railways in Lego in my first post. Okay, so I think I'd better give some background on this. There are no RTR models or kits made of Indian Trains, (...) (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.announce, lugnet.publish, lugnet.loc.in) !!
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(...) PSLTC (URL) <--Mine! (URL) TWS Garrison (URL) capital letters in address for direct reply. (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Looking for MOCs to copy :)
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Hi All, I am working on a project and need some input on a classic trailer home from like a triler park. I know I have this MOC before. Anyone know where I can find one? StevEB (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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| | GFLTC at the SMRC Train Show - Dec. 11-12, 2004
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LEGO Fans, The Greater Florida LEGO Train Club (GFLTC) will be displaying at the SMRC (Sarasota Model Railroad Club) Train Show in Manatee County, Florida. Come on out and see our 30 x 20 ft display with the following: - New downtown buildings with (...) (20 years ago, 10-Dec-04, to lugnet.events, lugnet.fun.community, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.loc.us.fl, lugnet.org.us.gflug)
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| | Re: Pictures from SCLTC's latest event! - December 4, 2004
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(...) I throw hugs and back patties in your general direction, in an AFoL and manly kind of way. btw, Seasons Greetings to you and your family. (URL) e> (20 years ago, 8-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org.scltc, FTX)
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| | Re: Pictures from SCLTC's latest event! - December 4, 2004
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(...) Eric- Kind works from a guy who has started his own school of LEGO design and had TLC publish a spread of his work. -Ted (20 years ago, 8-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org.scltc, FTX)
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Fantastic Display! WOW! (URL) e> (20 years ago, 8-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org.scltc, FTX)
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(...) I just would have been nice if ALL the hidden parts had been dk green, I already have orange and black. I was also dissapointed the jumper plates are black and not dk green. As for the build, I like the 4 stud cab, as it keeps it to scale with (...) (20 years ago, 8-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Two White ones come in the 2005 Fire Engine set and four red ones are in the 2005 Enzo Ferrari 1:17 set. Bruce (20 years ago, 8-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.dear-lego, FTX)
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(...) I though the same thing myself It seems to be available in lots of the sets, often used as bumpers/fenders One of the new police sets has at least two of them in dark bley but he image I saw has been removed Tim (20 years ago, 8-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.dear-lego, FTX)
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(...) Nifty resource. The guy must have a lot of time on his hands to make so many drawings (and we're the beneficiaries). I'm adding it. (...) How so? i think the cab's too small but given the amount of selective compression needed, I think they (...) (20 years ago, 8-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | Pictures from SCLTC's latest event! - December 4, 2004
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The Southern California LEGO Train Club had a great weekend at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum! (9 URLs) Pictures of our latest layout are now available on our club website at (URL) www.scltc.org>. Our layout included a brand new waterfront (...) (20 years ago, 8-Dec-04, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.trains.org.scltc, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, lugnet.general, FTX) !!
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| | Another useful link Re: Super Cief Consists
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I didn't see this listed, but I may have missed it. (URL) It has some great detailed drawings of modern engines, mostly US. Including many variations of more common models such as the GP-38 and SD-40. Unfortunatly it also exposes how much LEGO (...) (20 years ago, 7-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | Dover Train Show GardenSLUG Event
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GardenSLUG will be showing a Lego Train/town layout at the Dover NJ Train Show at Dover High School NJ. The train show will be Dec 12 from 9am to 3pm. If you are in the area stop by and see us. (URL) Van Dyke (20 years ago, 7-Dec-04, to lugnet.org.us.gardenslug, lugnet.events, lugnet.trains)
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| | Erik Amzallag's Motorized Cows are back
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Hi, That is now well known that Erik Amzallag’s motorized cows are a great success during any LEGO train show. Erik has presented this concept firstly in this post : (URL) and Jason Alleman has presented a reduced version : (URL) So it was clear we (...) (20 years ago, 7-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) 5095. (...) Huw? Huw? Are you okay? :-) JOHN (20 years ago, 7-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.dear-lego, FTX)
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(...) (URL) like (at least) 8 in yellow on the mobile crane (either side of the outriggers) (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.dear-lego, FTX)
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"John" <John@TCLTC.org> wrote in message news:I8BGHq.104w@lugnet.com... (...) Nice. Does it have a part number on it? The (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.dear-lego)
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(...) Not being a purist, I ordered 5 of their magnetic sensor kits together with 20 of the short electric cables a while ago. The package that arrived contained the 5 magnetic sensors but only 6 of the electric cables. So I e-mailed them about the (...) (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.robotics, FTX)
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| | Re: SCLTC braces for 10,000 visitors in 29 hours! (revised)
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(...) Would you believe we had 6,300 visitors on Saturday alone? And that was the slow day (because of the weather). -Ted (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains.org.scltc, FTX)
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(...) I'm no longer sure which of those two groups I belong in, but thank you (all three train groups) for putting on a great show! I was present to demonstrate a module for a Great Ball Contraption, and was really welcomed by everybody I bumped (...) (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.us.clb)
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| | Impromptu meeting of SanDLUG this Saturday.
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Impromptu meeting of SanDLUG this Saturday, Dec. 11th around noon. If you are in the SD area come join us. A couple of members of SanDLUG are working the SCLTC LEGO train layout at the model train museum this Saturday. And a few more members have (...) (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.org.us.sandlug, lugnet.trains.org.scltc, FTX)
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I have desired such an element for at least 5 years, and TLG has finally produced it: (URL) I only know of it from this little 2005 racer set in yellow, but I'm sure it will start appearing in other more useful colors (hint, hint;-) such as black (...) (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.dear-lego, FTX)
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| | Re: Shows over folks!
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(...) My 4-year-old son and I spent both mornings there, and on Saturday afternoon, my wife and our 2-month old joined us too. We all thoroughly enjoyed it. Some here will think I'm exaggerating, but: we used to live about 40 minutes from Legoland (...) (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.us.clb)
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| | Shows over folks!
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The Second anuall Midwest Lego Train Show was a big hit. We're still waiting on final attendance totals! The pictures go on though! Pictures from NILTC, IndyLug, MichianaLUG, The Chicago Lego Builders Group and more can be found at... (URL) the (...) (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.us.clb)
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| | Re: First public display for M>ltc
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(...) Ross being in Queensland we annot get down but would love it if you could post some pics of the display so we can see how you guys are going down there. I hope it all goes well and above all enjoy yourselves. mingle with all the other displays (...) (20 years ago, 6-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org.mltc, FTX)
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