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Re: Train Factory palette
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lugnet.trains
Date: 
Fri, 16 Sep 2005 14:46:14 GMT
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In lugnet.trains, Bryan Kinkel wrote:
I've been working on collecting the parts need to create LEGO versions of
some trains available in CAD format from Brickshelf. There is a steep
learning curve associated with MLCAD, etc. And I understand the frustrations
echoed in other threads.

But it really is amazing to see how these models are put together. And once
you see how a unique part is used, it is always amusing to see it elevated
from "useless" to "I must buy 10 more on Bricklink!" status.

This got me thinking about what parts are integral components of the LEGO
Train System.

In his BrickFest 2005 Notes (
http://www.bricksonthebrain.com/brickfest2005 ) Jake mentions the new
Ultimate Train Builders set, slated for 2006.

The AFOL feedback group has apparently been working with LEGO on the part
selection for this kit. But I would like to throw the question out to the
group.

What parts should be in the box?
How many engines / cars should it be able to make at once?
Freight? Passenger? Both?
Color scheme?

Bryan

Assuming that the train palette has the same basis as the existing factory sets,
parts will be used and the bags containing them will be bought.  Therefore, for
the purpose of the factory concept, any parts that are not unique to trains
could be excluded.  It all depends whether the Ultimate Train Kit will be
designed to build a vehicle in order to sell more whole sets.

If all non-train parts were excluded, this leaves wheels, couplings, magnets,
bogie plates, wagon plates, windows and doors (with glass).  The train motor is
already available separately.

I hope a train driver, conductor or track worker minifig is in there too.

Which other parts don't appear in other themes than trains?

Mark



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I've been working on collecting the parts need to create LEGO versions of some trains available in CAD format from Brickshelf. There is a steep learning curve associated with MLCAD, etc. And I understand the frustrations echoed in other threads. But (...) (19 years ago, 16-Sep-05, to lugnet.trains)

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