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(...) Thanks, Tim. That's good advice. I'll see what I can do. JOHN (18 years ago, 7-Mar-07, to lugnet.trains.org.tcltc, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, FTX)
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(URL) BrickFest '07 Registration ===...=== Only 10 days left for FULL Online Registration! We had a great initial registration period! We are at 150 now and counting. Check out the (URL) "Who's Coming"> page; it's a pretty impressive roster! (...) (18 years ago, 6-Mar-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.events, lugnet.announce, lugnet.fun.community, lugnet.org, lugnet.people, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.castle, lugnet.space, FTX) !
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(...) It's a pity, too, because we retrofitted our Duplo Thomas et al when they first came out with 9 volt motors, and kids at train shows go bonkers for them! I remember talking to Brad Justus about TLG pursuing a license from (back then) Britt (...) (18 years ago, 5-Mar-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) When I was very young I loved a battery-operated train with plastic track because you could make up layouts at random. This particular one wasn't as sophisticated as the Duplo train, but the track was cheap. Kind of like a soft plastic version (...) (18 years ago, 5-Mar-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Although the major by-line was "KIDS DON'T WANT TO ASSEMBLE SETS". I agree with you that trains might be more marketable since Harry Potter etc., but it seems the main thrust of the upsurge may be "out of the box usability", which actually the (...) (18 years ago, 5-Mar-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(URL) here> Too bad TLG is taking its trains line backwards instead of forwards (assuming the 9 volt system is slated for extinction) JOHN (18 years ago, 5-Mar-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Hi Tim, Great model again..:-) And yes, Istanbul livery is the best. Sorry about replying this much late but I still have connection problems with jlug and also I have extremely buzy and chrisis loaded days at job for the last two months...:-( (...) (18 years ago, 4-Mar-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Hi Bob, Am I allowed to say that looks great? I figure I can get away with it because I really like the alternate livery you've chosen ;) Did you make a mod to allow it to turn over the motor? If you have I'll edit it into the CAD file. I (...) (18 years ago, 2-Mar-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Tim, Here is a brick built version of your tram: (URL) Slight mods for parts, color, and brick reality - the close coupling does not allow turns when over a motor - the center boogey peg gets in the way. It is a very nice model, ran well, and (...) (18 years ago, 2-Mar-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) That's the only locomotive that you've ever built! I wish I could do something so well my first time! Great engine. I even like the width ;) Chris (18 years ago, 1-Mar-07, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Wow.. beauty in simplicity. Those are my favorites :-) Spotlighted. ///stripes/// (18 years ago, 28-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains.org.tcltc, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build.schleim, FTX)
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(...) Jordan, Wow, that's really cool (and big!). Love all the details. You keep pushing the limit of what can be done with Factory and I love it. Keep it up! Not only does it produce impressive works like this, but it also reminds and inspires (...) (18 years ago, 28-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Ah, ok. My username is "jbschwarz" on the Factory website. Hope that you have better luck obtaining the LXF file that way. If not, I could email it to you or something. -Jordan (18 years ago, 27-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Woah, That looks good. I'm having a little difficulty with the file that the LEGO store is supplying. I've discovered that my Mac unzips the lxf "zip" archive provided by the Store site one step too far. I've also discovered that since the (...) (18 years ago, 27-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains)
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I present my first venture into the world of 10-wide LEGO Factory train creations, a GP-38 locomotive in CSX-like colors. (URL) > A while back, there was some discussion about UCS train models, so I created this as a response. It can be used as a (...) (18 years ago, 27-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.cad.ldd, FTX) !
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| | Re: MORE Trains at BrickFest PDX '07
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I'm using just track. I also have 6 8' long boards with groves cut into them that act as track. (...) (18 years ago, 27-Feb-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.trains)
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(...) Maybe you saw the (URL) Rembrandt "painting">? (...) The BR365 appeared on Brickshelf because of a Lowlug meeting and the Window Into The Community, but else... Sorry, was not ment confusing you ;-) Barbara (18 years ago, 27-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Thanks guys I really appreciate the links and info, I have downloaded a lot of info. I probably should have mentioned I have started my "Set" with an RC train the cargo train to be specific, In hind site this may not have been the best bet but (...) (18 years ago, 27-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) (snip) (...) Nice work on the Cab Forward. My goodness it is long! The SNOT windows up front look good. I'm impressed that this baby gets on well through curves, points, and has all the working running gear. Great job putting it all (...) (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) A good point, I forgot to mention sources of instructions. Jacob (Jake) McKee's 'Bricks on the Brain' Instructions Portal was a good source, but it seems to be experiencing problems at the moment. Here's a direct link to a livestock wagon I (...) (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | Are you "With it"?
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Have you included your LTC link (URL)? Just wondering. If not, get with it! JOHN (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains.org, FTX)
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(...) ::snip:: (...) Hi Michael, Jason's suggestions are excellent ones. I think I've heard that the new Factory train box will debut on March 19 for $100, so you haven't much longer to wait. Interestingly, when the train wagon bottom kit was (...) (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Hi Michael. LEGO did sell a train accessory pack "3737 - Train Wagon Bottom": (URL) Depending on territory, you may still be able to buy it from (URL) LEGO Shop-At-Home>. On the other hand, you may like to wait for the new 10183 "Hobby Train (...) (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Hello all a real newbie question for you, I am trying to build some of my own rolling stock and engines for my train/town set up and have been plagued with the inability to find the train car bases and wheels etc. Is there a special section of the (...) (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains)
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UPDATE #4 ===...=== Things are shaping up. Aside from greebling, the Thomas modules, along with the fountain module, have been completed. There are a few minor projects left to go on the layout; they include: Greebling, greebling, greebling rebuild (...) (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains.org.tcltc, FTX)
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(...) Jeffrey, I am going to cross-post this to trains, so more people can see it. Brian (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.org.us.ulug, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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"John" <John@TCLTC.org> wrote in message news:JDu4uz.Kq4@lugnet.com... (...) John: I really like the buildings. Two suggestions on the small building: (i) you might want to consider offsetting the front door to one side and putting another window (...) (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains.org.tcltc, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town)
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(...) Hi Jonathan, There's a little information on the web, but not a whole lot. Your best bet is the local library, or local hobby book store, as there are quite a few good books on Australian steamers. And Teunis probably has most of them ;) ROSCO (18 years ago, 26-Feb-07, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.trains)
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Does anyone have source reference material for Australian steam locomotives? (i.e. any steam locomotive used on any Australian railway) (18 years ago, 25-Feb-07, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.trains)
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(...) This is truly a stunning achievement. I saw a preliminary version of this a couple of weeks ago and was quite amazed. I'm looking forward to seeing it run around the track at a show. Spotlighted. --Bill. (18 years ago, 25-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains)
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--snip-- (...) Hmmm... and yet I know your name "McBricker" from some MOC I was looking at some time ago... have you been using the BR365 as a signature picture? I'm confused. Tim (18 years ago, 25-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Hi Tim! (...) Thanks a lot! I know your locomotives, so I'm really proud of your praise. (...) You can't, that is the one and only I ever built. ;-) Regards, Barbara (18 years ago, 25-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Hi Tim! (...) Thanks a lot! I know your locomotives, so I'm really proud of your praise. (...) You can't, that is the one and only I ever build. ;-) Regards, Barbara (18 years ago, 25-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) If I’m reading this right your suggesting changing the track system in it's entirety and replacing it with something similar to HO flex track. While in theory this is a sound idea it has 1 major flaw, children. Lego after all is a children’s (...) (18 years ago, 25-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) A 9V track solution... I have been wondering about the problem of the 9V track myself. As I understand it, putting the metal on the track is very expensive for LEGO. And for some other company to build metal track to this gauge, they would (...) (18 years ago, 25-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Trains: Northern Pacific GP9, triple combine and caboose
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(URL) Hello world... I've posted my photos quietly so far, I thought it was time to give a little back-story and highlight features. I've recently uploaded my take on the Northern Pacific (NP), ca 1960. For the full gallery, see: (URL) Full Gallery> (...) (18 years ago, 25-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX) !!
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As I mentioned (URL) here>, I have revisited my original (URL), and have made VAST improves to it (actually, it ended up being a complete rebuild). (URL) Cut to the chase pics here> Revisiting MOCs is something I rarely, if ever, do. Heck, I often (...) (18 years ago, 25-Feb-07, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build.schleim, lugnet.trains.org.tcltc, FTX) !
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(...) Hey Barbara, Excellent work on the train. In some ways what I like about this even more than the wonderfully detailed engine is the presentation. The lego gravel and plants next to the track really make you feel like you're looking at a model (...) (18 years ago, 24-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | 6 wide Cab Forward 4-8-8-4 Steam Loco
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Here is my version of a Cab Forward 4-8-8-4. My goal was to make a 6 wide one with working pistons and rods. Hopefully it would go around our BayLTC Layouts and maybe through points. Our tracks run four studs from the sneeze guards and eight studs (...) (18 years ago, 24-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains) !
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(...) Hi Paul, (...) Thanks. --snip-- (...) Not at all. The face of any loco is usually the first thing I start with. In this case I started with the nose and maybe I... cut off the nose to spite the face... sorry, couldn't resisit. (...) I think (...) (18 years ago, 24-Feb-07, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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