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Re: Investment for a home layout?
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Fri, 17 Sep 2010 04:43:53 GMT
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In lugnet.trains, Wayne Jackson wrote:
> I am using Bluebrick to design an abstract layout at 4.5m x 2.5m to
> simulate my home suburb.
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> What I am trying to decide on is do I invest in the 9v track, use the
> current RC track (I have a fair bit thanks to the sets I have bought eg:
> 7939), or is there likely to be a new track element to be released in
> the next 12 months?
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> Looking at the prices for 9v track, either per unit or in a box, I swear
> these are borderline extortion in some cases, RC track has flooded
> Bricklink and is cheap as chips.
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> I have followed a number of threads and sites regarding the use of
> copper or tinned copper tape to provide an electrical contact for 9v
> motors, the tricky part is finding a supplier locally that stocks it.
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> Any suggestions?
Honestly I wouldn't even think about switching 9V if you don't already have a
bunch. The IR track is far more versatile (and you can even build your own)
balanced by the downside that you have to hide a battery box for power. Save
your money for other bricks.
Tim
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