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Re: Modular Engine Shed: 99% Bulk
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Tue, 18 Jun 2002 13:03:35 GMT
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James,

I really like this. It really shows off what you can do with a couple
handfuls of traditional Lego bricks. It is also a good example of the type
of non-juniorized Train theme buildings that I would love to see Lego
produce again. With a few more detail embellishments, it would make a great
set.

Sharp work.

Bryan



"James Mathis" <thakius@nmt.edu> wrote in message
news:GxvIn7.Bwr@lugnet.com...
In an effort to get back to reality, I've tried for a bulk brick building
effort. This construction is still only CAD-based, but it is constrained • to
the readily available assortment of bulk pack elements, excepting a few • parts.
Even so, I haven't placed a (massive!) S@H order to build this.  I haven't
estimated the cost.  I'm not I want to know.

This is a modular engine shed.  The shell of the building is composed of
basic bulk bricks, plates, slopes, tiles, and arches from the S@H
assortment.  The modules are based on a 16x16 stud footprint.  Enclosure
walls are of the "drop-in" variety, as well is a manually operated up/down
"sliding" train locomotive door.

http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=19445
The MLCad .mpd file for this concept is also available via the above link.

The 16x16 modules can be assembled length-wise to accommodate various
building lengths.  When placed side-by-side for parallel tracks, there are • 8
studs between the tracks.  I think this is the proper spacing for parallel
sidings.

I have thought about possibly placing the side-by-side modules in an arch
for a round house.  Note the red brick hinges (obviously not a bulk
element).  However, I'm not sure if this is the proper alignment for a
turntable.

The glass window roof top should be easily removed for access into the • garage.

I do understand that there isn't as much room available inside the 16x16
modules for workshop details.  This is pretty much as a simple a design as • I
could think of.  Really trying hard not to use any non-bulk elements.

Thanks for checking this out.

later,
James Mathis



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(...) Thanks. In a way, I guess LEGO(R)/LEGO Direct(R) is producing non-juniorized "sets" again. Showcasing the January 2002 catalog train diorama red/black engine shed on their website is a nice interactive way to allow folks to realize a basic (...) (22 years ago, 19-Jun-02, to lugnet.trains)

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  Modular Engine Shed: 99% Bulk
 
In an effort to get back to reality, I've tried for a bulk brick building effort. This construction is still only CAD-based, but it is constrained to the readily available assortment of bulk pack elements, excepting a few parts. Even so, I haven't (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-02, to lugnet.trains)

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