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A likeness of James from the Thomas the Tank Engine stories
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Mon, 16 Oct 2000 17:25:47 GMT
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I have tried to make a toyish steam looking engine.
The intent was to have it look like locomotive named "James" from the "Thomas
the Tank Engine" stories.
The power unit is just the 9volt LEGO train motor.
I have a 12 volt unit with wheel linkage rods. That motor makes all the
difference in the world for a more correct "look" to that of "James".
http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=1633
The front wheel set on "James" can slide sideways to accommodate curves.
The same slide sideways technique is employed on the three axle tender.
These wheel sets just slide on 'sandwiched' tiles. The construction "locks"
them in place so they don't fall out of the assembly at all. The wheels have
one stud width of travel to the left, and the same to the right. It is very
smooth through the curves. I believe this construction is similar, if not the
same as others' have previously used.
Here's another picture of the tan and white passenger car:
http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=1637
Thanks for looking.
later,
James Mathis
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