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Pause correction & clarification: 7858 has 32 parts 7850 does indeed have 12 parts I've not opened the box, but there is a clear list on the back of these sets. Scott A (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.admin.general, lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: infrared remote control of LEGO trains using NQC and RCX
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(...) Engine: 2. "A machine by which physical powwer is applied to produce a physical effort" Locomotive: a self propelled vehicle used to move rail cars Both from Merriam Webseter Dictionary...so, therefore, Jawn Henry fits into _both_ catagories. (...) (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: New LEGO train realism?
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(...) The compatability issue is actually a moot point at the moment for the new GMLTC layout for a couple of reasons: 1.) GMLTC is switching to 8x44 stud rolling stock which will most likely be large to fit around corners, tunnels, bridges, towns (...) (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: New LEGO train realism?
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Methinks it would be easier in the long run to widen your trailer, or buy a new one, to run 45x60, rather than the totally oddball 40x65. ;-) (...) -- Tom Stangl ***(URL) Visual FAQ home ***(URL) Bay Area DSMs (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: New LEGO train realism?
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Wow, I would love to see that picture. (...) (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: infrared remote control of LEGO trains using NQC and RCX
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(...) Yeah, but you stretched the bounds of credulity with the "when we model it tripe" :-) But I knew you'd land on your feet somehow;-) All Hail Larry! -John (...) (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: infrared remote control of LEGO trains using NQC and RCX
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(...) My point was that the big boy was longer than the triplex; never said anything about being the longest, so I think you're wrong for alleging me wrong:-) -John (...) (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: New LEGO train realism?
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(...) Our group (The VLC) are about to meet to select a table format. We are leaning towards the PNLTC standard tables. We will be adjusting the width for maximum usage. I'm even thinking of bolt on Plexi glass to 'protect' our layouts. I've been (...) (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: New LEGO train realism?
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John Gerlach <john.gerlach@bestbu...ospam.com> wrote in message news:FruKv4.CA0@lugnet.com... <snip> (...) You need a bigger trailer! heehee :) I would seriously consider sticking with modules of standard baseplates, I know it is none of my (...) (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: New LEGO train realism?
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The PNLTC standard has been good to us. Transporting the legs, as James brings up, is a drawback, but they can be easily made with a minimal amount of materials beyond the scrap from the table top. And they are very sturdy. I've sat on the tables (...) (25 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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