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Re: A new diesel by Ben
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Sun, 29 Nov 1998 22:44:43 GMT
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Ben Fleskes wrote:
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> Hello all:
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> Used a couple of innovative building techniques for a new diesel locomotive.
> Check it out and let me know what you think.
I like it. The truck mounted front coupler with side slopes is a good
idea, how'd you do it? 1x2/1x4 angle bracket? Note that I have a body
mounted front coupler that looks similar on big red... but it's not very
sturdy. How sturdy is yours?
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> http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Hangar/1857/newdiesel.htm
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> Also, can someone please tell me what type of diesel it looks most like?
> (Larry P?)
To me it evokes GE because of the big radiators in back.
See: http://www.ge.com/transportation/ts2.htm
and make your own determination.
If I had to pick a specific model, I'd say an AC6000CW or Dash 9. Both
have the full width noses and "comfort cabs" unlike say a U-33C or
something. But of course, your engine is proportionally shorter than
they are. Can't be helped. Selective compression is required in this
application.
Here's more on the AC6000CW
http://www.ge.com/transportation/artic20c.htm
--
Larry Pieniazek http://my.voyager.net/lar
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| Yes, it uses two 1x2/1x4 angle brackets. both attach to a 2x6 plate. The two medium slopes attach to either side and a non rotating magnet base attaches to the middle with a couple of 2x2 plates to space it out far enough. The upper angle bracket (...) (26 years ago, 30-Nov-98, to lugnet.trains)
| | | Re: A new diesel by Ben
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| Larry, I will be travelling Amtrak in January, from Chicago to Lincoln, Illinois. If I have a choice, should I go Metroliner if available?? (sorry everyone! But seeing him in trains reminded me to ask! Plus, I would have a Lego frame of reference!) (...) (26 years ago, 1-Dec-98, to lugnet.trains)
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| Hello all: Used a couple of innovative building techniques for a new diesel locomotive. Check it out and let me know what you think. (URL) can someone please tell me what type of diesel it looks most like? (Larry P?) Thanks a bunch. Ben (26 years ago, 29-Nov-98, to lugnet.trains)
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