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Re: ME Models Metal Rails
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lugnet.trains
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Thu, 7 Apr 2011 02:43:23 GMT
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In lugnet.trains, Eric Olson wrote:
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> > Q: Are/will all the holes in the curved rails (be) evenly spaced in groups of 2? The idea is so whether 1x8 or 2x8 sleepers are used, they'll be evenly spaced.
> We were just discussing this the other day regarding how the holes should be
> drilled. The problem is, we have to pick one or the other. We thought about
> channeling them on the bottom, but felt that this would weaken the structure of
> the rail, therefore, we need to drill them like the straights. Now, the problem
> is, when drilling them, they have to be done, as you suggested, in pairs so that
> everything lines up. Putting in extra holes might be an option, but the problem
> is, we would end up with more holes in the outside rail versus the inside. If
> it's possible, we'll do it, but right now, my thinking is they will have to be
> in matched pairs.
The old 4.5v curves just had a channel if I'm remembering OK, they had just one
one anti-stud halfway along as well as one at each end - allowing for very
flexible sleeper placement. Would something like that be possible?
ROSCO
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| (...) Anything is possible but the problem is, if we went with a full channel underneath, it could potentially weaken the metal too much. We haven't done enough testing or research on that aspect, but what I can tell you is that it would be a (...) (14 years ago, 15-Apr-11, to lugnet.trains)
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| (...) The poly bag sets as well as the longer sections come without the 2X8 plates included. We have thrown in the connector pieces with every kit. You are free to use them if you want, but removing them from the kits will not really save you any (...) (14 years ago, 6-Apr-11, to lugnet.trains)
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