Rail Co
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Thank you hopefully it will be august first in the U.S. Too... -RailCo -
Nice mods and added detail to the back of the model! I am not really used to new technic so once I get this model I'll have to watch on how new technic is used since I have not used technic since 2003-05. Quick Question when does the official set actually come out because I have seen multiply release dates (Sorry to have an off-topic question). Cool Designs! -RailCo
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I really enjoy looking at these models that you make they are absolutely stunning! Is there anyway I can get instructions for your rolling stock I would personally love to have some of those being pulled by my little 0-6-0. Great Work! -RailCo
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I believe there needs to be more greenery in your layout but that is what I think. I don't know what direction your going with your layout so it may be that you want the more industrial look. But I really like the idea and you have inspired my shelf layout and I have about half of the scenery complete but I need to order more baseplates which sadly are pretty expensive (when you add them all up). Maybe I'll post a teaser on my Flickr in the next few weeks. Great layout! Keep us updated -RailCo
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Very nice review! I really do love the rail cars with cranes. Personally I like this crane the most but I don't see the point in the little shed (Green box with 2 doors), I feel like that was just there so they didn't have a big empty space next to the draisine. I wish I could get a hold of this set but I never have had the chance to. Also is that a 1980's style weight brick that comes with this set that I spotted? Great Review -RailCo
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Sorry if I missed this in earlier parts of this review but I have heard many different realease dates for this set and I am wondering if there is a concrete date and if VIP's will get an early access to buy this. From what I have heard it will come out August but I don't see it on Shop @ Home but other people have said September. It would be much appreciated if anyone had information about when the release date for this set is Thanks again! -RailCo
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Yeah I know hopefully it will be a fun build since I have never had built a gearbox from lego and I haven't used many of the new parts and suspension items
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Great review and amazing pictures! I actually just found about this set through Sariel's videos (Don't ask me how I missed this). So I think it is time for me to get back into technic with this set because I have not gotten a technic set since I believe 2003 or maybe 2005 so this set may be a challenge because technic has changed a lot in this 10-12 years that I haven't been building technic. New things TO ME are the pneumatics, big gearboxes, and a lot of new parts that I haven't used because they aren't usually in city or train sets so for me personally this will be a whole new building experience and a great way to get back into technic Good Review! -RailCo
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Wait this was an actual LEGO Product!?!?!? I want one of these so bad if it isn't too expensive anyone got an extra because honestly I have fallen in love with this truck! Great pictures -RailCo
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Personally I would go with the Metroliner too it honestly in my opinion is one of the best trains I have and you can usually get it from as cheap as it gets ($150) which it rock bottom to the highest I have seen for a used set to $250. I was able to score my 4558 at $200 in great condition with a battered box, sometimes eBay has a great deal if you search for it otherwise check bricklink. I am still trying to hunt for a club car but those things are half the price of the train for one carriage! Good Luck on getting the right train for you! -RailCo
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Blue Track (1966-79) and Gray Track (1980-91) Box Images
Rail Co replied to LEGO Historian's topic in LEGO Train Tech
I am so amazed by many of the things that were specialized for countries back when LEGO was really getting started Thanks to all for history and pictures! -RailCo -
American trains - steam - diesel - electric and thier consists
Rail Co replied to Murdoch17's topic in LEGO Train Tech
Love these models your work is always fun to see Murdoch! Looks like someone had to much to drink on one of those cars Great Job! -RailCo -
Loos Really good! I love the idea of a shelf layout since I don't have a lot of space at the moment maybe I can sneak a small shelf layout in so I can at least get some trains running! Amazing Work! -RailCo
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Looks very nice! I would love to see some actual builds of this model in the future! -RailCo
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@Dread Pirate Rob: I did try the clutch axle and it does work if I use a longer axle (the 7 long axle). I do not have any new ones (the ones I have are at least 10 years old). Hopefully I can get some new ones and try that so thank you and zephyr for your help with this plus with the linkage it works a lot better (distributes the torque evenly). Thank you for your nice comment, a dark green version would be lovely now that you mention it. Sadly I don't have very many dark green pieces but that is a good idea! Thank you for your kind comment! She runs pretty well sometimes a little shaky but with the piston rods I tested earlier she runs a little better. A side note I thought all machinery were female .
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Do they not fall off though? Maybe I misunderstood the graphite suggestion but when I tried them the fell off easily. I never really think to cut the axle but honestly if I get them as extra parts it wouldn't hurt to plus it will make my loco that much better in my opinion Thanks -RailCo
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Thank you for your suggestions on the piston rods. I tried the crank shaft piece but it is to bulky for what I want and even just spinning it on my own power it was falling off. If I can find the parts in my collection I may be able to make a realistic sized one using the 2 axle plates (could not find an image but all it is is 2 axle holes on a small plate like a shape of and oval) along with the axle and the tow ball (the ball joint), with that I would add the technic plate and cut off the ball joint but not the stopper piece to hold in the plate. Hopefully that works but I may need to order new tow joints because I don't want to ruin the ones I have. Thanks -RailCo
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Honestly the Blue rails would need to have enough of the AFOL market to be produced because not many people like the blue because it is unrealistic, personally I would buy a few pieces but I wouldn't build my layout with them. The rails do look really good and it may even be possible to use some model rail paint/market to paint the rails on the sides to look rusty. The look great but personally I would like the Metal rails first... -RailCo
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I came to thinking about BBB Wheels and thought that the Red standard wheels would look a lot better. I am wondering if anyone had used traction tires (preferably O-Rings) on the smallest wheels they offer and if they stay on while in use. Also has anyone been able to make piston rods for these type wheels that look good and work well? I am curious because I haven't found one that would look good or isn't to bulky. @zephyr1934 I am wondering if any of your piston rods that you custom make would work with a couple other pieces on these particular wheels. Thanks so much! -RailCo
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The look very high quality but they seem very expensive so I wont be getting any of these soon... -RailCo
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Thank you for your comments zephyr1934 they are much appreciated. Yes I was looking at the tan pins and I didn't think of using a small technic pin but I don't think it will work because I have a gear going through there that is essential to the bogie running (connects to the motor) but if I am able to shift that I'll change it for sure! Thanks again -RailCo
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I may of misunderstood but the engines with the dual tanks around the boiler (one on each side) that I have seen with a tender but I have seen other 0-6-0s with tenders. I just feel like a tender would not work with this locomotive it may just be me though Thanks -RailCo
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Thank you very much for your kind words LT12V! My models can't even come close to the models you make but i'm glad you like it! I did think about doing that to be honest, I just don't have the parts to make a tender plus I believe most 0-6-0 Tank Trains do not have a tender attached to them. I am still trying to think of a design for the carriage that will follow the train to house the battery and receiver. Thanks -RailCo
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Good offer for my 6 Winter Village sets in a Diorama
Rail Co replied to LegoSjaak's topic in Buy, Sell, Trade and Finds
Too much for my budget at the moment but it is truly a great diorama! Thanks -RailCo -
Hey guys! I don't do very many MOCs but I do like to do them when I have the time. This time around I wanted to do something that I have not done before, 1. being I have never done a steam engine and 2. a train that does not use a conventional train motor bogie, I would have to build by own and it couldn't be exposed. Keeping that in mind I dove in and started building, this is not based on any train in particular which gave me some freedom on what I could put in. I also wanted to keep some of the classic LEGO train style in my model along with some newer styles. So the only thing to say is Enjoy and constructive criticism is encouraged! MOC 0-6-0 Steam Engine. by Rail Co, on Flickr The main classic element is the 45 degree slopes for the boiler, honestly I love the shape and I am glad I implemented it. MOC 0-6-0 Steam Engine by Rail Co, on Flickr IMG_20150625_183803639 by Rail Co, on Flickr IMG_20150625_184207431 by Rail Co, on Flickr The whistle is made up of gold and silver 1x1 stud pieces The boiler uses A black minifigure head and a round 1x1 piece used for dumbbells in the Collectable minifigure series. I was able to find a chrome piece which looked good on the engine and I really like that. IMG_20150625_183926425 by Rail Co, on Flickr The Medium motor is hidden inside the boiler and behind the 2 side tanks on the engine making completely hidden from view on the outside I hope you like the train if you would like to see another view just ask. Enjoy! -RailCo