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(...) Not equally complex, but quite interesting: The old Ankersteine/Anchor Stones (URL) product was created ~1880, and the old factory has been revived and is still making stones and sets. I'll try to find out how many sets and parts there are (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.general)
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--SNIP-- (...) --SNIP-- Perhaps you can outsource it to some of our Australian, Indian and S.E. Asian members so we can provide a constant source of parts all year long ;-) Tim (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.cad)
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A me piacerebbe che nel repertorio ci fossero le riproduzione (Technic ovviamente) di alcune macchine, dove si potrebbe riprodurne il funzionamento. Per esempio una pressa, un ascensore, bracci robotizzati, ecc. ecc. ciao a tutti Giuliano Matteo (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.it.itlug)
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OK, I was at a Barnes & Noble Bookstore in downtown Detroit yesterday and I was looking at a book on antique toys (I do this often trying in vain to find something on Lego). And these thick books talk about everything from Lincoln Logs to Erector (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.general)
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...da circa 30 anni hanno sfornato modelli di tutti i tipi e colori. ruspe, auto, grù, muletti, autocarri, addiritura qualche piccola imbarcazione e lo shuttle... cosa manca secondo voi al "repertorio" technic per essere davvero completo ? cosa c'è (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.it.itlug)
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(...) I get the feeling that the activity at the parts tracker is quite low, too. Many parts stay there forever before getting reviewed. In case of hold votes with a few errors it takes forever for such parts to get fixed. Okay, I know that in the (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.cad)
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It's from one of the new Star Wars: Episode III sets, #7256 Jedi Starfighter & Vulture Droid: (URL) cool piece and a groovy set overall! Dave S. "Joe Strout" <joe@strout.net> wrote in message news:IIJp4q.1Gv3@lugnet.com... (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.space)
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(...) Lego is the single best "toy" on the planet, no exceptions. The creative possibilities that lie within even the smallest of sets are limited only by the imagination. These possibilities are always so exciting and inspiring that it's often (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.general)
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(...) Everything has been said already. Congratulations to all of you who have been involved in this huge project. To deliver over 60 pages of high quality articles is very impressive! Well done and I'm looking forward to the next issue(s)... And (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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Hi all, I'd like to thank all of you who have responded to me either on LUGNET or offline with comments and suggestions - I really appeciate them. And thanks for all the kind words and compliments, but I need to give credit to my staff... the (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.general, lugnet.publish.brickjournal)
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(...) Nick, Thanks for the compliments! I'll ask Felix about his centerfold:-)...he's been waffling about it. And printing is being looked into. More when we figure out a plan. Thanks again, Joe ed./pub, BrickJournal (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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(...) Thanks Bruce! For the kind words and the minifig article you wrote! I had a time keeping things quiet too, especially when I got close to finished..BrickJournal took on a life of it's own! Future issues? You bet! Printed issues? We're working (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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(...) Thanks! I'm happy that you were able to be a part of the first isssue too. Your article was among the first that I got that was a sign that something special was happening...I found myself wrapped up in it and also found that I couldn't find (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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(...) James, I wouldn't encourage you to get it printed at Kinko's..it's not cheap. We're working on the printing options, so once we figure out a plan, we'll announce it here and on LEGOFan! Thanks for the kind words! Joe ed./pub, BrickJournal (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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(...) Bill, Thanks! I want BrickJournal to appeal to as many people as possible, so I tried to get a spectrum of articles in, and I hope to have a diversity of articles in future issues. And I can't wait to see next issue either :-)! And for the (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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(...) Thanks! This was a labor of love for the entire staff, so your compliments are appreciated! Joe ed./pub, BrickJournal (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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In lugnet.publish.brickjournal, Jude Beaudin wrote: (snip) (...) Thanks - I've made comments about publishing on other posts, so I'll just go straight to the next comment :-) One of the goals that I want to meet with BrickJournal is to make everyone (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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(...) Lenny, The staff of BrickJournal is reviewing options for printing and subscriptions. Right now, we are in the researching stage (to be honest, I wasn't expecting to address this so soon), so I can't give you a good answer. Once we determine (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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(...) Yes, I plan on bringing all my pneumatic creations. I plan on making a pneumatic ball contraption, what a suprise! (...) Kevin (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) Hi David, You're welcome :-) One of the things that's in the masthead is community..and that picture showed the community! As for printed copies, patience, young Skywalker....the staff is looking at options and will be making some plans and (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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(...) Thanks! It was a lot of fun working on this, and I am resting a little before I start on the second issue...and what IS your next article :-)? Joe Ed/Pub, BrickJournal (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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(...) even with the steering wheel on the wrong side of the car ;) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.modelteam)
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"Dan Thompson" <danaliobi@aol.com> wrote in message news:IIJrHL.1uCt@lugnet.com... (...) I can use it for amusement, brain gymnastic (try to recreate a technical gadget in LEGO). (...) Long lasting toy, both durability and quality ensures that. And (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.general)
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| | Scraping cowcatcher on 10133
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I had a bit of a search but couldn't find any mention of this problem. Basically, because the cowcatcher is so close to the track, I find it scrapes going over small valleys in the track, creating an annoying "squeak". Has anyone else noticed this? (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Oh, It may be because of my cumbersome explanation. I do not have DDK and do not know about that Scout abilities. But I still expect that it is limited to some built-in programs only. Is it? (...) What programs? It is tough question. Classics (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.robotics)
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On Thu, June 23, 2005 9:45 pm, Alexander Horoshilov said: (...) Sorry if I misunderstood you. But, actually, I was talking about the blue Scout, not the Microscout (from the droid developer kit) (...) So, what programs do you think TLC should write? (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: AoJT3: Johnny Thunder and the King of the Gypsies (Update June 23)
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The moment you all knew was coming is finally here... (URL) whole gypsy-esque story: (URL) Steve (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.adventurers, lugnet.general)
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Instructions are (URL) up>, enjoy! Soren (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Wow, I've lost sleep to Lego, but never that much sleep. (...) The limb redesign really gives it a beefier shape and profile. Looks like the "new" hinge joints really help with that. I love the sand blue accented with dark blue, I've never (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) It is not what I wrote about. Microscout had very limited functionality in either programming abilities and in/out control as well. To be really expandable all abilities of RCX must be kept (or refined). Use of SD card (as written in another (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: Mecha Pose Contest Winners
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Congratulations to all the entrants and winners, the contest was a success, and the judges made some great selections! Now, let's see the winners parlay their prizes into ball joints, gearboxes, turntables, hinges, or whatever your mech part of (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks, Marco! (...) Yes, well, you can imagine how many times the heads fell off before I got them both crammed in there :) (...) Thanks for the comments, Marco. (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Y-Wing is half price in Kmart
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(...) Yeah, and lego have never sold the UCS ISD in retail outlets. Steve (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.au)
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| | Re: I'm shutting up was Re: noise [was: Coolest Brickshelf account]
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This is dumb. I mean realy dumb. Let's have a play by play of the main thread. John posts a gallery he thinks is cool. Stefan notes this has been said before. Ross notes that John was the one who said it. Larry posts a somewhat reactionary replay (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.people)
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| | Re: Y-Wing Advanced
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(...) Ya put da liiime in da ship, ya put da liiime in da ship, ya put da liiime in da ship an' den you swoosh it all around! sweet ship. ah, yes lime certainly seems to go with everything these days... jeff (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.starwars, FTX)
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(...) SNIP (...) (URL) SNIP (...) i LOVE this model-it's so right on & so swooshable! I just saw this yesterday & immedeately saved it to my computer so i can make it. I've been wondering who 'legostein' is. GREAT job! Jeff (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.starwars, FTX)
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| | Show 8 is in the can!
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Also be sure to check out the additions at the bricksinmypocket.org web site! Steven (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.announce.bimp)
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(...) Right now there is no Gaming Coordinator for BrickFest and no one has stepped up to plan a BrikWars game. If you are interested, that would be great! We are planning a short game of (URL) BrickQuest> in the Castle room and a few other little (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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| | Re: Speeder
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(...) It's the new cockpit piece from the Star Wars ep. 3 Jedi star fighter. (URL) There's a picture of it. (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Just wondering if there is a plan for this year. Already tried posting to .gaming. (URL) The reply is just me sorry for being a wimp ;>. Sorry I love playing but have no one to play with :< so gamming with frequent players would be a real treat. (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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| | Re: Lego to revive Duplo and scrap "Lego Explore"
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This was covered in Lego's 2003 annual report. More recently, in Lego's 2004 annual report, they say that Duplo contributed to their operating profit in 2004. The item about the operating profit in 2004 is one of the positive notes in the overall (...) (21 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.duplo, FTX)
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(...) It's a pity Larry (URL) couldn't extend me that same courtesy>, this whole mess could have been avoided. As I said in an email to Larry, a simple email to me pointing out that my post could be seen as mocking, would most likely have prompted (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.people, FTX) !
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(...) I think you're paying not for the compiler, but for the "programmer" (a sort of serial adapter with an integrated PIC that massages the data somehow). But either way, yes, it's an extra $100 to program the thing. And without the ability to (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.robotics.rcx, lugnet.robotics.edu, FTX)
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| | Re: Mecha Pose Contest Winners
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An Excellent contest! glad to have been a part of it. cant wait for the next one (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Looking for set 7344
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(...) Hurontario and Eglinton, as well. Calum (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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On Thu, June 23, 2005 3:08 pm, Alexander Horoshilov said: (...) ... (...) ... (...) Sounds like a good idea. In fact, LEGO has produced several bricks that didn't require a computer. But, I don't think they were more popular than the "programmable" (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.robotics)
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Citando Alexander Horoshilov <hor@demo.ru>: Hello, Recently, I had a good discussion (in Russian) about possible ideas for new Mindstorm products. I think, that these ideas are worthwhile to be published. Most of thinking is not mine, I just (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Congratulations Joe & the Brick Journal staff! I am also hoping for a hard copy. Especially if the highly-anticipated Felix centerfold is included as promised. Dimming the lights... -nk (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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| | Re: The LEGO Revival Survey
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(...) The toy is a system, and regardless of what sets or themes I choose to buy, they are all physically compatible with each other. (...) Unlike action figures, dolls, toy cars, playsets, etc., this toy can be reconfigured into anything one (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.general)
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| | Re: catapault target offerd up.
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(...) Just Xposting this. Magnus (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.contests)
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Hey Joe, Congratulations on the finished product. It looks awesome! As with others, it was really tough to keep quiet on this. :) Looking forward to future issues and, hopefully, printed versions. Bruce (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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| | Re: vex robotics kit
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(...) I don't think so. (...) Sure, but it seems of not much value regarding programming. The informations on the vex site are sparse and not easy to decipher, but I think you will have to: - pay aditional $99 for somethink called easyC, that is (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.robotics.rcx, lugnet.robotics.edu)
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| | Re: 3 noble quests for ldraw part creators - and useful ones, at that!
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(...) Would it be possible to create old-complete.exe/old...mplete.zip files, and make them available on ldraw.org under the old license, so that people could at least still download the files that get removed? Or better yet, create an install that (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.cad)
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| | An Idea for new Mindstorm
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Hello, Recently, I had a good discussion (in Russian) about possible ideas for new Mindstorm products. I think, that these ideas are worthwhile to be published. Most of thinking is not mine, I just compiled the info. Basically, there are two (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.general, lugnet.robotics)
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| | Arrays
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I'm using NQC 3.1 and RIS 2.0 but when I try to compile a program which uses an array I get a compile error saying "RCX does not support arrays" Does anyone know why? Thomas (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: A new project...
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(...) The final copy looks great Joe (et al). I know that you and a few other key players have spent endless hours pulling together such a wonderful creation. Your hard work has really paid off, imo. I would like to add that it was a pleasure being (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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| | Toys R Us Shareholders OK $6.6B Buyout
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(URL) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.mediawatch)
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| | Re: Looking for set 7344
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Nope queen/410 nada tons in berlin though, didnt get one threre :( cuz they are a bit too bulky for a carry on already packed full, sigh) Cheers Thanks "John Guerquin" <jguerquin@sympatico.ca> wrote in message news:IIJvJK.q0o@lugnet.com... (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Very nice! It's obvious y'all put a lot of time, thought, work, effort, blood, sweat, tears, etc. into this. Just one question - what's the easiest way to turn this download into an actual, printed booklet? Do places like Kinko's offer 2-sided (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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| | Re: Please join me in congratulating...
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(...) Jennifer you looked absolutely gorgeous and Jeff, you clean up pretty darn well!!! Congratulations to you both, you are both very lucky to have found each other. I enjoyed the photos very much, looks like everyone had a wonderful time. May the (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: Looking for set 7344
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(...) Yup!! TRUs in general - I think I saw some at Sherway Gardens 3 weeks ago.... Not sure about the one at Queen & 410 though... John (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Sneaks the Cat, Library Mascot
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Sneaks is my first large sculpture, and my first opportunity to build for work. Please take a look and let me know what you think: (URL) page>> Thanks! Marc Nelson Jr. (URL) Marc's Creations>> (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.sculpture, FTX)
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| | Re: mindstorms and trains, what else?
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(...) For sure Todd... you're right.... it IS a RUMOR! I'm taking the info with a large grain of salt - I think I was more excited by the simple news that a NEW RCX is coming in 2006... I think we all are. Play well John (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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Let me add my congratulations as well! All the Best! Cheers Oliver Play Well ! "Calum Tsang" <tsangc@mie.utoronto.ca> wrote in message news:IIBI4t.1u9G@lugnet.com... (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Looking for set 7344
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G'Day Has anyone spotted set 7344 (giant dump truck) in the Toronto area? In Canada? Cheers Oliver Play Well! (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Quickie of #4770 Blizzar Blaster
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Found this at my local consignment shop for $10 off the MSRP. Great set for a color purist since there's very little blay present. A great selection of light and dark blue, including the first 1xN beams I've seen in dark blue, hooray! I'm glad this (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.reviews)
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| | Re: In the Hand of God...
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(...) Great creation, thanks for sharing. God bless, -Chris Perron (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.vignette, FTX)
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(...) Nelson, this MOC is wonderful. Thank you for building it, and thank you for sharing. -Lenny (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.vignette, FTX)
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(...) Hey Joe, Great job! Very well done and professional. You must have put a lot of time into it and it shows! Can't wait to see the next issue! You did a great job of covering so many different aspects of such a diverse group as exsists here in (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.publish.brickjournal, FTX)
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| | Re: The LEGO Revival Survey
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(...) It is a great hobby with which I can be creative and challenged. (...) Same as above. (...) they haven't. (...) Pick-a-brick, AFOL acknowledgement and involvement. (...) The S@H bulk program has been a little stagnant. (leading me to Bricklink (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.general)
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| | Re: Lego Advertisement wins Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival award
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(...) Don't they know they're supposed to interlock the bricks? No stacking!! Great ad, tho! (And I think this is a perfectly appropriate group to post it.) JohnG, GMLTC (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.mediawatch)
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| | Re: mindstorms and trains, what else?
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(...) Well, at least that is a RUMOR! Keep in mind this person is sharing information second hand. Nothing has been said by the company, and how can we trust the person that shared this information with Eurobricks to have gotten it right or (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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| | Re: In the Hand of God...
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(...) Nelson, that's beautiful. ...very moving. -Suz \(--)/ (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.vignette, FTX)
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| | Re: The LEGO Revival Survey
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(...) Repeatability and open ended play. The ability to create and model freeform in addition to the offically published sets is of great value. (...) Quality components, unsurpassed customer service, open communications with customer (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.general)
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| | Lego Advertisement wins Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival award
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Hope this is the right place to post this... Please also bear with me if I have messed up the FTX. Just saw where a Lego advertisement by Ogilvy & Mather Santiago won the Outdoor-Grand-Prix at the Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival. The (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.mediawatch)
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| | The LEGO Revival Survey
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LEGO is a changing company that many think is not what it should be or what it used to be. The best quality construction toys are made by LEGO. The current customer relationship between LEGO and the people who enjoy the toys they make is the best it (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.general) !!
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| | Re: Three buildings (A.K.o.S. )
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I have just build a rather primitive looking interior detailing module (IDM). It is under development. As you can see, one IDM can be used behind various facades. I still have to do an IDM for the 16x16 module. (4 URLs) Akos (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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| | Re: Lego to revive Duplo and scrap "Lego Explore"
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(...) I read a nice analysis of that move in (URL) yesterday. :) Also from the same article: Separately, Marketing can reveal that Lego has signed a partnership with Formula One World Championship-winning team Ferrari. Great, yet more Ferrari (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.duplo, FTX)
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| | Re: Lego to revive Duplo and scrap "Lego Explore"
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(...) Yup - I was very happy with this news when it was announced over a year ago ;) Still good news :) Never did like the Explore name. Mark P Collector of DUPLO promo bricks (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.duplo)
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| | A couple of new MOCs
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I was looking at Bruce Lowell's sphere, (URL) and thought it could be applied to trains. When Moderated, the result can be seen at: (URL) then, some deeplinks. I first built an 8 wide, 32 stud long tank car. It can be seen at (URL) interesting part (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: Speeder
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Looks nice! What's that cockpit piece? I don't recognize it. (Sorry, I'm still a clueless newbie...) Thanks, – Joe (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Lego to expand Clickits Line
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From the article: {Clikits is launching a selection of toys and accessories to coincide with International Friendship Day on August 7. Marketing for the products will be centred on young girls' friendships.} {Clikits...has been a rare recent success (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.clikits)
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| | Lego to revive Duplo and scrap "Lego Explore"
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From the Article: [Embattled toy giant Lego is performing a dramatic U-turn by scrapping its pre-school Lego Explore range and reviving the classic Duplo products in its place.] {Lego confirmed that it was scrapping its Explore range because of poor (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.duplo)
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| | Another crane builder
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Even if it isn't finished, it is still taller than the builder and well done-therefore it is interesting. (URL) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.technic)
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| | Building Techniques (was: Re: Coolest Brickshelf account)
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(...) Good point. (...) Yes, I do the same kind of revision style building myself; I make many small revisions along the way, but when I finish, I hardly ever go back after a period of time to revise further. I was talking more about "mistakes" in (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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| | Re: ISD 10030 colors
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(...) Unfortunately, I think that they have done another production run of the ISD, which would be in new gray. (The new gray part being unfortunate; not the fact that they're making more ISD's) I'd call and ask Shop @ Home first, just to be sure. (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.color)
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| | Re: Y-Wing Advanced
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(...) Clean, crisp form. Tight control of colour. Precision usage of "greebles". Ah... Dan you've got spacecraft building down to a science. I love this fighter. Great job! (URL) Mladen Pejic> (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.starwars, FTX)
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| | Re: New MOC: "Bushwhacker" Tank Mecha
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(...) Dictionary.com says "bushwhack" is basically synonymous with ambush and querrilla warfare. A bushwhacker, aside from being a general term for an ambusher, also refers to "a Confederate guerrilla during the American Civil War". So I dunno why (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: The schedule, the schedule, what what the schedule
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(...) Don't forget the Christmas Train show. It's of more interest to me then the Hobby Show. Derek (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | The schedule, the schedule, what what the schedule
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Okay, let me know if you guys are in agreement with this NMRA2005/train6m: Cincinnati - Early July rtlToronto/live3: RC Racing - Late July Brickfest 2005: Washington, DC - Early August rtlToronto19: Balance of Power - Early September Hobby Show: (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: It's coming (new hint daily)
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(...) Bryan- Well, now that the secret's out (see earlier post in this thread), I haven't heard any "Dang, I shoulda say that!" responses. Granted, I wasn't trying to give it away at first, but the 13 and the star count made it easy. Thanks to (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.trains.org.scltc, FTX)
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| | Re: Coolest Brickshelf account
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(...) John, "Waste" is a negative term for me too. My job allows for a lot of creative expression, but I need something more tactile in my hobby. I sit on my *** butt all day and type. Plenty of cerebral activity and creativity, but debugging (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.cad, lugnet.cad.dat.models.sets, lugnet.modelteam, lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Re: LDiff available to try
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(...) Hi John, Yes, you need to have the reference set in LDraw format. LDiff ignores color, placement and orientation, and only tracks part type. The reference model LDraw file does not need to be accurate when assembled, only accurate as far as a (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.cad)
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| | Re: LDiff available to try
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Hi Kevin, everything installs great and works when I run it now. When I tried it out with the following command line: D:\LDraw\Apps\LDiff>ldiff.exe 4098 d:\ldraw\models\4098...lane_1.ldr I get the following error: Error: official_model 4098 file not (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.cad)
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| | Re: 8420 Bike
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(...) No, it doesn't have front shocks, but that's not a big deal. I think the only problem I have with the set is that the wheels are only attached to one beam for each wheel; rather than using two beams for each side of the axle. It's not a big (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.technic)
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| | 60th MINI Model: Small celebration
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Hello dear Lego community! Last year I first announced my humble site, holding 40 Star Wars MINI Models with instructions these days. Today, I'd like to announce the 60th model. And more will still follow, especially those from Episode III. I also (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.microscale, FTX) !!
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| | Re: Coolest Brickshelf account
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(...) Well, I think "waste" is a negative term. Hobbies are a way to spend time. For me, hobbies, at their best, are a creative way for a person to express themselves, perhaps given the fact that sometimes one's vocation doesn't allow for such (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.cad, lugnet.cad.dat.models.sets, lugnet.modelteam, lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Re: Y-Wing is half price in Kmart
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(...) If there is one thing I have learned about LEGO in australia, its "never say never" If Coles Myer, David Jones, Woolworths or whoever decide that its worth putting the crane on the shelves (and are prepared to place an order for however many (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.au)
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| | Re: Brickfest 2005 USA
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(...) Kevin, What are you bringing? All your pneumatic creations? I was overwhelmed by them last year, but now might have a clue what I was looking at. Are you participating in the "Great Ball Contraption?" Larry (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.technic)
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| | Re: Niels Bohr
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Quoting SB? Try Quoting NB himself. Announcing the top 5 quotes attributed to Niels Bohr .... 5) "No, no, you're not thinking; you're just being logical. " 4) "Your theory is crazy, but it's not crazy enough to be true. " 3) "Prediction is very (...) (21 years ago, 23-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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