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Re: In preparation for BrickFest '05
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lugnet.trains
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Mon, 13 Dec 2004 15:10:39 GMT
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"John Barnes" <barnes@sensors.com> wrote in message
news:I8MqI5.1qLs@lugnet.com...
> Yep! I've started on my project for next year's BrickFest already!
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> Of course, there's some brick modification involved, so read no further if
> you
> have a weak stomach.
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> With the growing interest in micro, BrickFest '04s fantastic micro room
> and my
> need to push the limits, I am happy to announce that I plan on adding a
> functioning 2 wide layout to the BrickFest '05 micro room.
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> The really hard bit is done - proof of concept.
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> http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/johnbarnes/2wide/2wide.jpg
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> and a couple more pics after moderation.
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> This is based on N gauge running gear, so I had to come up with my own 2
> wide
> wagon plate, which wasn't too bad. The loco was harder, as the entire
> structure
> has to be hollowed out to make room for the motor.
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> So, electric 2-wide is alive and well.
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> JB
Excellent as usual JB. Are the cars and locos top heavy? Do they have
trouble in speedy turns? Have you had any traction concerns on slopes?
Rob
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