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Re: What if.....
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Wed, 9 Mar 2005 10:34:36 GMT
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> How about a 1x2 stud notch off the end too. This way if a pair are tight up
> against each other (or a 6xn plate is inserted at the same level) a wire can be
> routed through. I guess you can argue that the hole can be any size that is
> bigger then the wire, although the larger opening reduces wire wear and opposing
> torque to pivoting trucks.
Do you mean at the end of the top surface? If so I think is would be a useful
idea.
> As for strength... I just don't see how the Train Base Plate (TBP) is a huge
> factor in strength. Of course alone they are clearly stronger then a single
> plate but many (if not all) of us have built trains with no TBP and have only
> the hassle of securing the Technic plates to hold the trucks, not so much the
> hassle of overall strength. As an example, a typical passenger coach or box car
> is usually not dependent at all on the TBP for strength. Of course I agree that
> the more flatbed like train cars are certainly strengthened by TBP.
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> As for more holes sure, but I can't think of reason that holes between stud rows
> 1 & 2 or 2 & 3 would be used. Are there any examples or theories, I'm stumped.
> :)
The added height of the side probably increases the strength considerably (its
like a girder) but yes, most models have the strength elsewhere in the structure
anyway and its not really an issue at all. Taking off the end would have
negligable effect anyway.
Tim
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| Leaving off the end isn't a bad idea! In my mind's eye I see the end terminate as any other single plate thickness. Great thinking! How about a 1x2 stud notch off the end too. This way if a pair are tight up against each other (or a 6xn plate is (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.trains)
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