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  1. Sunil766
    What's with the hourglass? Would you mind explaining the sequence for dummies?
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    Thanks that makes sense so far - except what's the point in the "coach wheelset"? A differential function can't be it, since maneuverability is not an issue with the 2x9V axles and the standard wheelbase. PS: I now understand that the second pair of wheels does NOT utilise axle_2 from the PU motor and the motor itself must be kept in place differently. Not being able to imagine the underbody of this tram I'd need to see a picture though - to understand why you wouldn't be able to keep the second pair of wheels and have a third one from the 9v motor in between...
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    Why doesn't 9v work on the cable car when it relies on a PU motor with the same form factor?
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    Apologies if this is too much off topic - but I didn't want to bump the 1-year-old review of 31120. I have finally built the alternate tower build. I think it's awesome, however there's so many dark and light grey pieces left over. On one hand sad they weren't used, on the other hand I am really looking forward to building at least one more level into the tower - isn't that the purpose of lego? ;-) My question: I couldn't find the black window grids (not the frame, the inner part) for the uppermost level. And they don't seem to be in the main castle build. Have I missed something? Thanks!
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    As someone who didn't grow up with Thomas the tank engine this would be, if realized, yet another big missed opportunity for a good train set (for me). I just want to have something like the maersk train or another worthy successor of the Croc... Asking too much I guess.
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    All of these look absolutely stunning and I wish they were made as a set.
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    Agree with all you guys said, as a non-MOCer I am just disappointed that I wouldn't be able to use it on a layout. Shame. But hey... Maybe there's a Croc successor next year? Almost an insult having a track piece / stand to make it look like it's "in line" with the other 18+ collectors train but oops, it isn't.
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    Agree, however I feel the loco would work well with a second full bogie too! :-)
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    First of all welcome back, secondly this works flawlessly. How the engine is driven doesn't make a difference to the wagons. Track sizes haven't changed ever and hopefully never will, magnets became enclosed but functionality stayed the same (well... With the "case" around them you can enforce the connection by a 1x2 plate). 10170 TTX... Wish I had them too!
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    This is really really cool! As a non-pro... This only works in 8w I guess?
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    Absolutely. Even with the R72s. 1) Even when using 2 motors. 2) Even when using two motors with two controllers in parallel - shouldn't make much a difference in theory but I noticed quite some difference, also to be noted in my other video around time 00:18. I know some of his videos (mainly the large 9v setups with a bit of automation) and love them. The crashing however... Hurts my feelings ;-) but it's entertaining. I wouldn't crash often on purpose just for the sake of different angles though and most of my 9v trains are dear to me, at least until I can pass 'em on. Uhm, you're right. One was removed and in the other loco was my rechargeable PF box. So... Room for improvement. :-) Thanks all for your feedback. Main reason I shoot these videos (and so there's another, additional sense and gratification in building layouts)
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    I love it! Simple and effective. As you said, this way its even fun and you can easily reach all the spots. Nothing better than properly maintaining stuff so that it works beautifully for as long as possible. As a 9V rep I thought about doing something similar but feel like to properly keep the rails shiny you'd need much more pressure - the way I'd rub them with a cloth and Kirschwasser would probably translate to thousands of "drive-by"s with a heavy train propelled by a lot of motors.
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    Folks, as a quick sunday afternoon layout I tried to see how fast I can run the new 60337. Or any new train if you will, but I used this one. With the help of this topic to set up the transformers in series, I built an oval with FX Tracks' R88 curves. The outside edge is elevated by a full brick; 1 brick per track element (actually at the connecting point for additional stability, as it previously teared apart two pieces, leading to a catastrophic derailing ), with 2 straight pieces providing a ramp up/down with 1 and 2 plates respectively) and I used switches to address the loop's movement due to the inerta - with limited success, as you can see. I didn't do any fancy comparison to "just" 9V or "just" 1 motor and I didn't keep track of how much voltage I applied for which take - so feel free to just enjoy the train running fast (or feel free to calculate the real and lego-scale speed: The straights were 22 track pieces each á 16 studs) If I looked correctly, the speed regulators have 6 distinct steps, considering 1 step equals 1.5V, this would mean that overall at 13.5V ([full speed] + [setting 3]) things started to get tense or to lead to crashes. Let's say it wasn't sustainable anymore at that point. Let me know what you think and enjoy! https://youtu.be/vWG_I64oi28 (PS: Youtube is still processing HD. Should be 1080p60)
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    Would you mind elaborating. I get the advantage of having two ports on the motor, but bridging vs non-bridging? (I thought they both always pass through whatever power is provided from the track, or in case power is provided from batt.box, it doesn't make a difference to jump/separate) What's the use case?
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    I have washed them in warm soapy water, brushed them off, and rinsed with cold water. Then put them on a towel. Used a second towel on top to roughly dry. Then "blew out" to get the deeper sitting water. Then used a hair dryer from safe distance (to avoid the heat) and shake again. Then let dry for a full day or longer. They're all fine since 2 years.
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    Amazing! More videos with more running trains please!
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    This is superb. I supported too. Amazingly well captured and impressive MOC. I don't like modular buildings and such being submitted to ideas, as it's certainly not a "lego idea" if they already have it in their portfolio. However I make a big exception for trains as I want to have another creator expert one. Not sure I'll be happy with a hogwarts express UCS, regardless of its ridiculous price tag.
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    Ironic how this one-directional farewell post sparked such fruitful interaction. You guys summarised the benefits of forums in general and this lego train forum in particular very well. As a "90s kid" I grew up with forums and this lego forum is funnily one of the first and only ones I like reading since about 12 years. Social media does not entail true interaction from my point of view, as it's mostly "presenting to the large audience, but not specifically to and within a certain topic". Forums and quoting support true and sophisticated conversations back and forth, independent from time and location. EB helped me a lot when my dark ages ended 2 years ago with the pandemic. Mostly reading but the occasional post as well. Your feedback and reactions were always appreciated. Reminds me that my introductory post is still pending. The two videos I made (capturing two out of the three sophisticated layouts I built) suddenly exploded from 40 views to 18k views now, showing me that lego trains (and 9v) are far from dead or 'uninteresting for unrelated people'. (and that the Youtube algorithm supports a lot once clicks, views and likes drop in). This EB forum for me is THE place to exchange, like no other (literally for me), even though I rarely post but read a lot. All this comes from a complete non-MOCer. I just try to build a wagon properly holding my GoPro each time when I build a layout and fail miserably repeatedly. Maybe I should start a thread about that...?
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    Anyone excited yet? Haven't shared my opinion yet, not that it matters, but I like both passenger and cargo train A LOT. last waves cargo train wasn't for me though and I am glad this one is exciting. I must say in my opinion 90% of the criticism I heard was unreasonable (too little track, only one point, fewer trackside buildings than during 9v era?!) and it seems like according to criticism before (!) Info got out, lego did everything right this time. Everything. Doors, many pieces for the actual trains, light included, lots of straight track, etc... The station is not too much to my liking but that's due to the architecture and that it doesn't seem to be easily expandable like 7937 or this one no-one liked (together during the white High speed train). Not sure if I'll get it, just recently got the yellow mid-old one and expanded the platform. I am just uncertain as to whether I should get 2x passenger train ASAP "to do my part" and show demand, or to get it during double vip points or similar. We'll see. I am looking forward and thing the passenger train will look great on fx track's r88 curves. Happy building to all
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    Stonewars.de also relayed this rumor. I'm not a HP fan and think the hogwarts express is a very boring-looking steam train but would consider buying it in case it's detailed and works with the existing train system, even though very expensive (and Disney was too expensive for me). I wished they would have gone for the crocodile successor this year - and please dear lord, give us rolling stock - but couldn't envision both on the market simultaneously. (then again, Disney and Croc was overlapping too, right?) Let's see what they make of this, if this is true at all. As can be felt in numerous threads also over the last days/weeks we trainers will have to take (/deal with) what tlc gives us...
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    I am still baffled they released a train that doesn't go around corners and is incompatible to the lego track system, but your mod is absolutely fantastic!
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    Can we consider (maybe rename?) this to be the place to share our regular, casual, temporary layouts? picture and/or video? Because I like to see other "casual" layouts very much (equally like sharing) and would otherwise be tempted to create an own thread to collect videos or photos :-) Here is my weekend activity. We moved to a bigger place and I could finally get out all my train stuff and build a layout including FX Tracks' R72 and R88 curves. Didn't use many of my straights so I am already looking forward to next time and building less of a "compact" and more of an "around-the-house" layout. PS: Batteries needed: 0 Feel free to comment!
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    That's 8886 isn't it? That would probably be more expensive though. I'd personally be interested in the basics. I only run regular 9v and all those esp*** numbers are very confusing. I'd need a basics tutorial to understand how complicated it would be to start using that stuff - to get the benefit of running more than 1 train per loop.
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    Making it high enough for 10277 with high pantograph might make it look too large for regular locos. Medium pantograph setting sounds reasonable imo. In case you're wondering. The crocodile fits into 10277!... As long you angle the roof into the building from above. :-)
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    Get it! Also, supported.
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