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(...) The C-C (1) wheel configuration was certainly used on some coaches in the UK, especially restaurant cars as they were heavier. The ones that spring to mind are the (URL) West Coast Joint stock> but there are others. I expect that some older (...) (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(3 URLs) MichLTC had the opportunity to display this past weekend at the Great American Train Show in Novi, MI. It was a lot of fun and a great layout. Steve Ringe had a dropped section with moving cars and an animated playground. Ken Koleda made a (...) (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.events, FTX) !!
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I really like these Paul. My favourite is the red cab unit. I love the way you did the nose with 65-degree slopes and curved bricks, and also the use of the socket part as the lamp. With the steam engine I like the 4x4 space radar dish in front with (...) (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Do you mean at the end of the top surface? If so I think is would be a useful idea. (...) The added height of the side probably increases the strength considerably (its like a girder) but yes, most models have the strength elsewhere in the (...) (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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Hey Samarth! This is one nice model! I especially like the multitude of details, also the mechanized tools. I was thinking, maybe you can "un-bastardize" it and convert it to a good old train. ;o) (...) You bet ;o) But for a space MOC it actually (...) (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) snip (...) snip (...) hey, i love the model and the use of the technic pneumatic system but i really don't see how this model belongs in .trains past the initial post. please trim .trains from the newsgroups. thanks, ondrew (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) -snip- (...) Ok, I'll let you slide this time, lol. I would encourage you to expand on this concept, I think it is very cool. e (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains)
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(...) Thanks for the kind words, Eric! :-) (...) Not sure yet. If one of my higher-priority projects needs parts from it, maybe not, although I think I've not used a single part I'm likely to need anytime soon. I think it'll be around for a few (...) (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains)
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Oh hey! right on! You built it! That is so cool, the color, the specs, the realistic look. I like the scale and the forward cab is really good. Thanks for sharring..... Questions Will you keep this model? What else might you build that will add to (...) (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains)
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In lugnet.announce.moc, Samarth Moray wrote: BrickShelf Folder (URL) (...) Samarth, I live the model, really fun. You managed to cature the train MOW quite well. As for the dirty brick, I like it. It gives the ship character. Mat (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) I modified the file again to solve any structure problems. I added two small supports at the open end. Since you cant utilize the space right next the sides any way. (URL) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Hi Rob, I figured you of all people would like this. I may add the seceond set of pickup wheels, or a second moterized truck, and wire them togather. Right now I'm usng the spring-to-axel methode to get my power from the metal wheels. If I (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.parts.mod, FTX)
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My ever expanding train collection forced me to reorganize some tubs of trains, and I came across of some I never got around to take pictures of. Some have been used at a train show or two, so the odd shot may have been published, but no detailed (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains, FTX) !
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(...) I really like all this feedback. Its like were all in a room with as many LEGO bricks as we want. And were building the best MOC to have been created. :) Alright, I made some changes and opened one end of the plate. I also ran the holes the (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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Really stupid replying to my own post, but BS seems to be giving an error for the gallery URL. Here it is: (URL) trying to get the hang of this FTX thing......) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains)
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I’ve always been a fan of space, but I never really managed to get down to doing anything in the theme as of late as it was too abstract for me (Although I did a lot of stuff as a kid, my memory and definition of what spaceyness was got wiped out (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.trains, lugnet.space, lugnet.technic, FTX) !
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(...) As an 8-wider, I am left feeling a bit flat. One of the biggest problems using 6-wide bases on 8-wide trains is the number of 1x(x) plates that are needed to fill in the gap, and the minimum thickness of the train's bases grows from 2 to 3 (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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"Mathew Clayson" <mathew_impact1@yahoo.com> wrote in message news:ID1o4G.1ErE@lugnet.com... (...) Holy crap Mat! I never really thought of doing that. That's great! To combat jittering on uneven tracks and the like, you could always add a second set (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.parts.mod)
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A Motorised 2 axel truck with 3 stud wheel spacing. This is a custom modified 9v train motor. (URL) I've been toying with this idea for a while. It seems a shame that LEGO makes only the one style motor truck. I used a small DC motor and a pair of (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.parts.mod, FTX)
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Leaving off the end isn't a bad idea! In my mind's eye I see the end terminate as any other single plate thickness. Great thinking! How about a 1x2 stud notch off the end too. This way if a pair are tight up against each other (or a 6xn plate is (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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A very interesting idea, it takes the advantages of the train bases (strength with with the height saving of the inset bogie (truck)) but with far more flexibility of use. I think Lar's suggestion of leaving off one end and adding more holes would (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Forgot to mention this the first time.... That's right J2, I'm saying make it go to 11. (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) No, 6 more, for a total of 11. I'd take holes all teh way to the ends! I often do trucks that don't use bogie plates and instead use the 2x2 tile with center technic pin, so I can offset the truck pivot (for ability to get around curves (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Currently I have 5 holes in the train plate. They are 4 studs from the end of the plate as it is on the normal 6x24/28 plates. Are you suggesting I should put two more? I think with the open end it would lead to a weaker structure. Also it (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) The O-Train is one of the most impressive MOC in the show, and it was Jason's first train MOC which he finished it in 3 days just in time for the show. This is the best pic I got: (URL) A few more, once moderated: (URL) Pic of the real thing: (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.loc.ca.on.ott, lugnet.loc.ca, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Very intersting idea! I am not myself a fan of skirted trucks, I like the built up effect you get by using plates and technic plates. But for some applications they make a lot of sense, and I think your one end part might be very useful. To (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Its funny that you mention articulation, as that was sort of the resion why I came up with this idea. Here is a picture that shows why. (URL) some of you know my TGV is a 10ft long articulated train. I wanted to make the cars for my TGV longer (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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Here's a picture of my snotifall: (URL) sure there's more pictures out there somewhere. I haven't managed to post any myself. The basic construction is a backing of blue plates, with smaller blue plates staggered around to increase texture, and then (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.town, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains)
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(...) I find with building long wagons in 8mm:1ft scale (8+ wide British or 10+ wide American) that the 6-wide baseplates don't allow a bogie plate to turn sufficiently inside the underneath of the baseplate. Therefore I've used 2x2 plates with a (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) I think this is certainly an interesting idea, but I don't follow this specific point. I think that although the current bases have their limits, they're easy enough to work around as far as lengths go. I think a good articulation is more (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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Hello all I have this idea for a what if part. Its a 6x12 train base plate. I think it would have some advantages over the standard 6x24 and 6x28 base plates. First off, it would alow people to make longer trains by not limiting you to the current (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) (2 URLs) (...) That would be Jason Allemann who made the O-Train, part of Ottawa's transit system. I would keep an eye on his website in hopes that he adds a page for the train. (hint hint Jason) :-) (URL) Tim Strutt (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.loc.ca.on.ott, lugnet.loc.ca, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, FTX)
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(...) I wish I had you patience to sit down a find this stuff. Thanks for the links. I will definitely be ""barrowing"" a few ideas from them. Thanks again, OnDrew (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.town, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) ahh yes how could i forget the mountain of brick in which you call your mountain. thanks for showing me. i love your use of really old blue[1] and new blue together. it really adds something to it. looks awsome thanks for sharing. ondrew (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.town, lugnet.trains)
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Ondrew, Here's a couple pics of my latest mountain waterfall: (URL) Darrow ----- Original Message ----- From: "ondrew hartigan" <roj2323@yahoo.com> To: <lugnet.town@lugnet.com>; <lugnet.trains@lugnet.com> Sent: Sunday, March 06, 2005 7:51 PM (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.town, lugnet.trains)
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(...) (URL) One by me, years ago.> (URL) Steve Ringe for a GATS event in Jan 2004> For more of that one, poke around in galleries from (URL) that event>. Here is (URL) another> by Larry Pieniazek. He announced that (URL). (URL) Another> by Thomas (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.town, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Hey all, Well I searched Brickshelf but because most show photos are not labeled I couldn't find much. Anyway what I’m looking for is ideas/ pictures of water falls. The water fall for my new layout I’m building is only going to be about 5 bricks (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.town, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(2 URLs) This was our second chance to work with the (URL) COSI Toledo museum>. They again had us display at the same time as (URL) COLTC>, who are a lot of fun to hang out with. The display was modest compared to some of our displays at 10ft by (...) (20 years ago, 6-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.events, FTX) !
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"Tom Dickson" <legnet@bombcar.com> wrote in message news:ICxC7C.ovp@lugnet.com... (...) I found them by chance in 8644 Lego Racers / tiny Turbos / Street Maniac, each set has two in yellow, took 6 sets, now have more fenders than i know what to do (...) (20 years ago, 6-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Set #8644 has two in yellow. Nice switcher! JohnG, GMLTC (20 years ago, 6-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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