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  Mini No. 66: Solar Sailer!
 
Hello dear fellows! I today finished Count Dooku's Solar Sailer from Episode II. It has a really tricky shape. As sails I used trans-yellow corner panels as they come in the Blacktron I space station. Bes greetings, yours Chris Click the image for (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.microscale, FTX) ! 
 
  Re: PT 109
 
(...) Bill, This is great, I wish I could see even more, maybe the inside of the turret and some more details. Thanks, George (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.build.military, FTX)
 
  Re: Finally...
 
(...) Very nice work. I love that tree. I like how you have it spilt into two large trunks near the top. The under construction building is very nice. I've always liked the town versions, but yours, which matches your other buildings, is a different (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.castle, FTX)
 
  Re: What do I do wrong?
 
(...) FTX is what allows folks to do nifty stuff in LUGNET posts. It is proprietary to LUGNET (Todd wrote it.) Here is a (URL) user guide>. (...) While I use the web interface exclusively, I understand that NNTP is very convenient for lots of folks. (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.people.newbie, FTX)
 
  new moc: beach house
 
this latest moc, a luxury beach house, (2 URLs) was designed to accommodate the friends and aquaintances who can always find their way to someone's beach house. the house is completely symetrical and modular to allow for compact packing. the main (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.town, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX) ! 
 
  Re: Where do we go from here...
 
(...) Projects for the Hobby Show Janey - Red House deborah - A keyboard with working Caps Lock and Shift keys Derek - Faberge Egg Sculpture Allan - Personal Massager Chris - ? JohnG - ? JeffVW - ? Now if I could only get some freakin retracts (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
 
  Re: What do I do wrong?
 
(...) What/WHo/Where is FTX? (...) I tried that web interface, but considered it not worth the trouble. I sincerely hope(d) that I could use the system from the NNTP side of things without having to turn to another webthingy. Anyway, forgot my (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.people.newbie)
 
  Re: Where do we go from here...
 
(...) does this thing vibrate? (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
 
  Re: Have '87 Catalog with many alternate/different set names
 
Hello! (...) I would be interested in the names of the Castle sets. And this difference in set names is a good argument for my opinion that in international intercourse we should refer to the set numbers rather than to the names. Names are - as you (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.general)
 
  Re: I am not a nazi.
 
(...) Heck, don't make that your goal; *I* build space badly, and it's nothing to aspire to. Instead, you should try to learn to build space well! One piece of semi-serious advice that I can offer for a fledgling spacer is to attempt variations on (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.people, lugnet.off-topic.debate)
 
  Re: Where do we go from here...
 
(...) Not that you mentioned me, but my all my grey is taken up by a project for Hobby Show. It's big, it's boxy and the original thing (upon which it's based) encloses a volume of 129,428,000 cubic feet. ;-) Derek (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
 
  Re: What do I do wrong?
 
(...) Hi Christian! It appears that you didn't post the note in FTX. The syntax works when you use that format. I don't know how that is done in NNTP, though, as I directly send using the web interface. And GREAT MOC! And nice presentation! Joe Meno (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.people.newbie, FTX)
 
  Re: Creating instructions based on and ldraw file?
 
(...) Hi Sonnich, Yes there is such a way. There are a few tools you will need to do that: 1. The Ldraw parts library installation. 2. MLCad, a wonderful CAD program that lets you enter your model into LDraw files. 3. L3P, a program that performs a (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.cad)
 
  Re: attn Jake/TLC/whoever, about Lego Digital Designer file format/SDK
 
(...) So, did you talk to Jake and hear anything? I spoke to him briefly about it and told him you would be asking him about it. I think a conversion tool would be extremely beneficial. Although, it sounds like they are updating elements on a (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.cad, lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.dear-lego)
 
  Creating instructions based on and ldraw file?
 
Hi all! Is there an automated way to do so? I do I have to take part by part away to generate the pictures? BR Sonnich (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.cad)
 
  What do I do wrong?
 
Hello, everybody! I'm sure this has been asked over and over again, but I could not find an answer so far. If you look at this post: (URL) there is a picture embedded, with a link behind it. OK, I copied the syntax used in this post for my post (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.people.newbie)
 
  Re: A Rootin' Tootin' High-falootin' MOC
 
(...) ggrrr ... Haha. I was about to post asking why this was in space! hahaha. Anyways, I like the general look the store. I'd love to see the finished town. -Lenny (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.western, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains, lugnet.space, lugnet.adventurers)
 
  Re: September meeting
 
(...) Yes, this is the tentative date for the September IndyLUG meeting. There will be a building contest for the September meeting, which will be discussed at the August meeting this weekend. Details of the contest will be posted here after this (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.us.indylug)
 
  Re: I am not a nazi.
 
(...) -snip- If you want to increase your skills as a space builder, here's my advice: 1. Stop building things that you know will get a shock value. A fighter with a crucified Christ on the top? A spaceship in the shape of a swastika with Hitler (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.people, lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)  
 
  Finally...
 
Hello, everybody! Well, parts of it have been on exhibition before, and even the current setup has been on display once, but now I took the opportunity to take a few pictures of the completed model. It was about time, too, as the MOC will meet the (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.castle) !! 
 
  Re: LUGNET to change hands while continuing normal operation
 
hello! (...) Knowing my usual luck #693 is out of the lucky number range.. ;) Bye Jojo (URL) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.general, lugnet.admin.general)
 
  Re: Klubbartikel
 
(...) Jag har inte ricktigt hängt med i denna diskutionen, men om det skulle handla om från början till nu, så tycker jag LRW ska stå med, visst det har bara varet en tävling, men om man gämför med alla andra LRW jag hittat på nätet så är vi lite (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.se)
 
  Re: Modellmessen 2005
 
(...) Forsåvidt godt poeng, men togene må uansett være så korte at de kan passere hverandre på hvert sitt spor, så det er ikke sikkert at det blir så ille. Må testes ut. Tok litt av med track designer, så jeg har lagt opp et par forslag til. (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.no)
 
  Re: I am not a nazi.
 
(...) Hello Richie, i read the whole off your post (and previous about the half of the original thread). I agree to what Jamie wrote, you just choose a subject which is to overladed with emotions. In fact here in germany your MOC is illegal. When (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.people, lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
 
  Re: Parts for building from MOC instructions
 
(...) Unfortunatly Ross' suggestion is probably the nearest you are going to get to what you would like. I have had the same problem with having to buy from multiple sellers. I think it is a problem that occurs more with train building than for (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.trains)
 
  Re: A Rootin' Tootin' High-falootin' MOC
 
(...) I always thought Western town was a theme sorely neglected by AFOLs Look forward to the station! (thats what you get for posting to trains1) Tim (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.western, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains, lugnet.adventurers)
 
  Mustafar Duel
 
I wanted to make another Star Wars vig based on a powerful moment from Revenge of the Sith. The emotional, climactic duel between Obi-Wan and Darth Vader over the roiling lava of Mustafar seemed like a fun idea. (URL) Click pic for gallery! During (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.build.vignette, lugnet.starwars, FTX) ! 
 
  Re: I am not a nazi.
 
(...) Normally I keep my nose out of stuff like this, but I might throw my 2 cents in. I think your choice of "sub-theme" was simply a bad choice. The holocaust was a very dark time in our planet's history and there are people alive that are still (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.people, lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
 
  Re: Klubbartikel
 
(...) Hängbro på 7 m kan ju vara värt att ta med...ska kolla om jag har någon bild på microstaden...mejlar i så fall...så förhoppningsvis får du från fler håll och kan välja på flera. /Andreas (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.se)
 
  Re: Have '87 Catalog with many alternate/different set names
 
Yes! #6682 Cement Mixer is callde "Cement-mixer lorry." Do you know anyone or any website that would be interested in this information? I like to keep old catalogs, but I'd be happy to donate this one if it can be used for more than just my own (...) (21 years ago, 17-Aug-05, to lugnet.general)
 
  Re: Engineering 'Bot
 
(...) (URL) SAMEI>> Hello Franklin, SAMEI is only two things IMHO: 1. fantastic simple 2. simply fantastic It's one of those creations like the (URL) Blips> by Peter Reid which impress by their simplicity. They allways make me think "why the hell (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.build.minifigs, FTX)
 
  Re: All plastic track
 
(...) Oooh!!! That would be nifty. Electrical blocks. Also could be used for cheap sidings, if the price is right. (...) Doesn't that not work because of the polarity switching? Like you say above. Or would you isolate it twice, so that you have one (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
 
  Mos Espa Arena Race Checkpoint
 
Throughout the Mos Espa speedway, checkpoint towers are manned to observe and report the progresss of the race to the viewers at the Grand Arena. Numerous crashes and accidents that occur during the race are caused more often by the drivers (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX) ! 
 
  Re: Announcing LEGO Ambassador 2nd cycle
 
(...) "Bloody Jay", a user at Classic-Castle, has reported that the email address specified is still stating that "At this time, we are not accepting applications to the program". Looks like you didn't synchronize your watches at LEGO HQ ;) I am (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.lego, FTX)
 
  I am not a nazi.
 
I am not a nazi. Let me say that again: I am not a nazi. I really do want to make that point clear in this post. I am not a nazi. Nor do I want to be a nazi. If you frequent LUGNET, you may have noticed a MOC (my own creation) that I posted to the (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.people, lugnet.off-topic.debate) !! 
 
  A Rootin' Tootin' High-falootin' MOC
 
(URL) The first in a new project, I'm starting. There are so many people making Medieval villages, and modern cities. And since I'm living in a wild west town now, I thought I'd try my hand with a western town. I hope to have a whole little town set (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.western, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains, lugnet.space, lugnet.adventurers)
 
  Re: Where do we go from here...
 
(...) I didn't think we'd come to any conclusion yet. That was the gist of my question above. I should have highlighted the is in the phrase, "is a play area the best way to go? (...) I'm with you. I totally agree. That was the type of suggestion I (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on, FTX)
 
  Re: Where do we go from here...
 
(...) Cool, this is going to be awesome. Can't wait to see it! Derek (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
 
  Re: Administrator Position Open at GeekBrick.com! (For Europeans ONLY)
 
(...) We have found a staff member, so this position is now void. ;) - Daniel (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.eu)
 
  Re: Where do we go from here...
 
(...) I'll try and bring some of the models from the NMRA/train6 layout. If only I had rings of grey bricks to put them into...who has lots of grey bricks? JeffVW? JohnG? Wayne? Hrm. Calum (21 years ago, 18-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on, FTX)

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