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(...) Yes, it does -sort off-. The switch only turns power on/off for the two inside rails. the two outside rails always remain electrically conductive. Since the outside rail goes all the way round, you would create equal polarity on the track that (...) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Hi All, One of the features of the LDCC firmware is the ability to read the configuration variables out of a DCC decoder installed in a train motor. In order to do this, you need to connect a small circuit consisting of one or two resistors from the (...) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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I was thinking about setting up my second LEGO switching layout, with this one based on a prototypical track layout which features what amounts to a reverse loop. The loop area serves several industries and the lead into the loop goes to a yard, (...) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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I (...) I use mostly mutilated pieces of track with a wire soldered onto them for my power connectors. Otherwise, it gets expensive feeding every 40 pieces or so. James P (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Thanks to LEGO, we're happy to announce that we just put up the inventory for the new High Speed Train set (4511). See it at (URL) and Jennifer Boger (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.inv) !
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(...) And a not too bad one, Stefan..... I have tried that last year on my (URL) renewed turntable> (and yes, there are some further modifications done to the track next to the turntable - in 12V it worked fine without these, because one could (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) What about soldering the leads to the rail? That way they wouldn't come off. The heat would be the only concern, though I don't think it would damage it alot. Just an idea. -Stefan- (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Gasp! Without consulting Conan first??? (the electrical guy). Hey, keep me posted as to what you find-- it sounds like a good idea. I will be having my leads in some mountain, so nobody would see the, err, mutilation anyway:-) (...) That why I (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Four? I count five, and that's not counting the one I have for my Husky Stack...:-) (...) Thanks for the props, Stefan! The trucks are my son's design. JOHN (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Have you tried not using the power leads at all? I haven't tried it, but it would seem that if you cut a 'normal' 9volt wire, split the end and strip a short section of wire -- you could pry up the metal part of a rail enough to slip the wire (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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John, these are absoulutely awesome. But FOUR Maersk conatainers?!?! :^p I like especially the use of the technic bars for the bracing, it nails the effect. And the bettendorf trucks look nice. -Stefan- (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Hello Niels, The buffer plate (the part that comes in contact with the buffer of another wagon) should pont towards the -Z direction, because this is consistent with existing official part #4022 Train Buffer Beam (see picture): [LDrawPart (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.cad, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) That's what I'm just asking the community. Where should I put the buffer or bumper (or how it should be called in English ;-P ) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.cad, lugnet.trains)
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Hej Niels, I only just began creating parts myself, but here's my thoughts. The origin between the studs sounds oki, that'd make snapping it to the grid much easier. On what side the buffer is, is not that important I think. Perhaps there is some (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.cad, lugnet.trains)
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(...) Just to avoid any misunderstandings: Is the bumper at the front? /Tore (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.cad, lugnet.trains)
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I am about to create the single train buffers into LDraw. What orientation shall I use, e.g. where to put the buffer: * -X (left) * +X (right) * -Z (front) * +Z (rear) I thought about putting the origin between the two studs. Niels (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.cad, lugnet.trains)
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(...) No, you are absolutely correct-- I forgot to put them on! I had taken pictures of the car and after posting them on Brickshelf, I noticed that 1 ladder was missing-- so I reshot them. Then I noticed the handbrakes... I didn't have the heart to (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Rarely do I post comments, good or bad, about people's MOCs, but this is a really great design. However, after working for the RR and climbing up and down on this type of car for years I have to notice that I didn't see any handbrake wheels on it. (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Thanks, Bill! Ahh. I forgot to list the lowlites;-) Due to the nice, low profile, the sides scrape the power leads. I need to shave them (the leads, that is) down in order for it to clear. Due to the semi-shrouded truck design (which is (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) J-2, Really nice! Questions: How does it make handle around curves and through switches? How tall is it with 2 containers stacked (is it less than 16 studs high?) Hope to see it irl when my work schedule allows me to make it to club :) -- Bill (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.trains)
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