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Masonite track cleaning

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Posted by AggroJones on Wednesday, May 12, 2004 10:14 PM
On my masonite car, the skidder measures about 2" x 2.5". Remember, keep checking the pad underneath when you run it. Cause if its dirty, you'll just be sliding grime over already cleaned rail.

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Posted by dknelson on Wednesday, May 12, 2004 8:04 AM
And bevel the front and back edges so it does not crunch into high spots on a turnout
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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, May 11, 2004 9:55 PM
Make the board with about a 3/16" over hang of the rails. Otherwise it may drop between the rails on sharp curves.
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Masonite track cleaning
Posted by CP5415 on Tuesday, May 11, 2004 9:25 PM
I'm in the process of building a masonite track cleaning car.
Is there a specified width to the board or should I go with what I think fits?

Thanks in advance for your input

Gordon

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