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In lugnet.trains, John Neal writes:
> Very nice models, Tom. Since you are obviously a train dude and interested in
> the
> details of model trains, I would suggest that you try modeling 8 wide. Not
> much
> extra work, but the results *look* a lot better proportion wise, if a
> prototypical
> look is what you're after. Also, I'd loose the buffers, which aren't proto to
> US
> stock and locos at all. I use the 2x3 rounded plate with hole to hold the
> magnet:
> http://lugnet.com/cad/ldraw/parts/ref/images/3176.gif
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> When I see LTD (LEGO Train Dudes) who are doing cool stuff, I try to bring'em
> into
> the 8wide fold:-)
>
> -John
Tom, your new creations are cool. I like the waffle pattern.
I think I can imagine how the wheels slide on your 44 ton loco. That's a nice
solution, and I look forward to seeing details of it.
Regarding 8-wide... noooooooo. Into the deep you will fall.... ;-) ;-) ;-)
Yes, try it, if you can stand it. It's LEGO- you can always take an 8-wide
apart and continue with 6-wide. "I've been hypnotized into 8-wide...." ;-)
later,
James Mathis
> Tom Cook wrote:
>
> > I have made some more additions to www.lgauge.com . I added:
> >
> > 1) Bulkhead Flat Car with 'Lumber Load':
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> http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/cook_thomas/Trains/Bulkhead/bulkhead.
> h • tm
> > The lumber needs some work! Anyone have any ideas?
> >
> > 2) Gondola:
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> http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/cook_thomas/Trains/Gondola/gondola.ht
> m
> >
> > 3) Waffle Side Box Car:
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> http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/cook_thomas/Trains/Waffle/waffle.htm
> >
> > Also, previously seen at the recent wamaLTC meeting:
> > 4) 44 Tonner (switcher):
>
> http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/cook_thomas/Trains/44tonner/44tonner.
> h
> tm
> >
> > 5) MP15 (multipurpose loco):
> > http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/cook_thomas/Trains/MP15/MP15.htm
> >
> > 6) SD45 (six axle loco)
> > http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/cook_thomas/Trains/SD45/SD45.htm
> >
> > 7) Slug (traction motors only; no prime mover)
> > http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/cook_thomas/Trains/Slug/Slug.htm
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