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(...) Well, it's an evolution thing. But if we're going for *actual* classic space sets, my first was: Space Shuttle ((URL) Which was always so lonely for one little spaceman, but confusing for there to be two steering wheels. I mean, that's just a (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space)
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(...) I don't have *computer* problems, all our computers work fine for all the other things I and the rest of my family want to do. I have a *software* problem with LDD, in that it has unreasonable system requirements, in my view. (...) I would (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.cad, lugnet.lego, FTX)
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(...) Cool new stuff there. Now we just have to puzzle out how it comes together to be a ship... But whilst perusing your gallery, I happened upon one of your (URL) old ideas> that happened to be just what I needed for my current project! Even if it (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) BZZZZT Incorrect. You're not that much older than me. :P And that's not a Space set. Space didn't begin until 1979. -Grand Admiral .space Curator (URL) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Wow!! Larry with... er... computer problems. Something MUST be messed up. ;) I haven't tried installing the program on my computer, despite having a subscription to the master builders program. BTW, nice job on the display. I agree that (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.cad, FTX)
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(...) Yep. Only replace all the gray with new grays. Remove 90% of the parts. Remove all the greebles. Replace all antenna-ish elements with Star Wars cannons Replace Paradisa windows with the new SPUD windows from Alpha Team Whee! -Grand Admiral (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) You'll need more than a program, you'll need to make sensors of some sort, as sensors that detect magnets are not on offer from LEGO. Chris Phillips made some (reedswitch based, I think) sensors, and documented what he did. it requires some (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) It looks like the current strategy is to open year-round stores with Pick-A-Brick in a few places rather than have kiosks in a lot of places. Yeah, it sucks for people in areas without a LEGO store, but maybe you'll get one next year. (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.market.shopping)
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Magnets, righto. How do I do that? I've spent most of today trying to put together a program for a pressure pad triggered setup, haven't had any sucess. Same with a light program. I don't have any idea how to use magnets. Do you have a program I (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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The first annual LEGO Sub-Track at the (URL) Philcon> SF convention this past weekend was a great success. Only two AFOLs contributed, but dozens of attendees participated and at least five specifically requested a return next year. Events included (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.events, lugnet.org.us.delvalug, lugnet.org.us.gardenslug, lugnet.loc.us.pa.phi, FTX)
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My first set was: (URL) I'm pretty sure my first Space set was: (URL) I think my favorite Space set is still: (URL) so big, it completely covers the landing plate! *eyes get all watery and sparkly* Dave (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space)
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"Steve Bliss" <steve.bliss@earthlink.net> wrote in message news:I8tyrF.1vqr@lugnet.com... (...) mmm, needs lights! (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) yeah, it would give us a constant source of decent pieces in the new gray ;-) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) PCS in new grey... Hmmm... (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Ack! Don't give them any ideas! "Space Train", anyone? With trans-neon-yellowgreen tracks? (URL) trans-neon-yellowgreen tracks>> Steve (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Anyone have any tips on programming the crossing so it works (...) Yes, go with magnets! :) I put my programme in the RCX 3 times, each time changing the light sensor to a higher setting. It worked great the 1st time in a shopping mall, but our (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.trains)
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Y'know, Chris Giddens' PCS (Pre-Classic Space) work is just magnificent! This is not a dis to anyone else, rather, its a major kudo to Chris Giddens. I mean, just look: (4 URLs) and there's (URL) more>! Honestly, folks, if there is any way to get (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) heh. don't forget to post pics! (...) T corridor? doing fully detailed interiors takes serious time. I have recently developed a modular system of "plug and play" greebly sections that I should be able to use from ship to ship. The aesthetic (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) First set I recall getting: (URL) before even the Grand Admiral was a punk kid :-D -paul (2 URLs) Paul Hartzog (URL) Et In Arcadia Lego Redux> (custom sig image courtesy of CGidd) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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I don't have much internet time this week, but I wanted to say that the interior you posted is pure genius. My next spacey interior MUST! look like this or else I will cover myself in refried beans and cry like a little girly girl. Thanks for (...) (21 years ago, 16-Dec-04, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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