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    December 2001
  • From: Winnipeg, Mb
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Microsoft Train Sim
Posted by traisessive1 on Saturday, September 21, 2002 2:54 PM
I would like some advice on how to control the slack on the frieght trains on the Marias Pass. I get a lot of in train forces.

I would like some adivice on what to do to prevent this.

thanx chris

10000 feet and no dynamics? Today is going to be a good day ... 

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    April 2003
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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, September 24, 2002 5:17 PM
Im sure most engineers would kill me for saying this, but set the hand brakes on the last car or two. that would keep a little drag on the back of the train and help keep the slack pulled out.

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