 | | Weekly Feature of the TCLTC Layout: Update using Lifelites, Part Deux
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I promised two updates this week, and so here is the second one for this week, and it actually involves more (URL) Lifelites>. We had already (URL) Harold up> to make his (URL) rotor spin>, and that is cool, but we decided that we needed to light up (...) (13 years ago, 9-Feb-12, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org.tcltc, FTX)
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| | Bricks by the Bay 2012 Call For Presentations
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Bricks By The Bay 2012 is looking for LEGO-related talks, roundtables, and special activities for the Convention, taking place March 16 -18 in Santa Clara, CA. Going to and putting on sessions are one of the things that makes a Lego convention fun. (...) (13 years ago, 9-Feb-12, to lugnet.events.bricksbythebay, lugnet.announce)
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| | Re: This Friday - meet up rtlToronto
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(...) Some of us are not that excited. Just saying. Janey "I hate Rebecca Black" Red Brick (13 years ago, 9-Feb-12, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | This Friday - meet up rtlToronto
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This Friday, I will have to decided which seat too take. (URL) NOT CLICK THAT LINK!!!!! otherwise, lets meet at the Swiss Chalet at 7pm. All I can say is "we is so excited" and "Its Friday, Friday..." Regards Chris Pie Judge B.E.D. (13 years ago, 9-Feb-12, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: Terrified of the Free Market, LEGO Begs for Protectionism
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(...) Love the headline. Bonus points for me knowing who wrote it before seeing your name ;) For what it's worth I'm on your side. I won't buy MB but a) they have a legal right to do what they do and b) they've made LEGO lift its came by existing. (...) (13 years ago, 8-Feb-12, to lugnet.mediawatch, FTX)
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| | Re: Terrified of the Free Market, LEGO Begs for Protectionism
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(...) Like I said, YMMV. LEGO has--at every turn--attempted to stifle competition and prevent fair access to the marketplace. In this particular case, they sought the endorsement of their anti-competitive practices by nothing less than the US (...) (13 years ago, 8-Feb-12, to lugnet.mediawatch, FTX)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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(...) Modern UV protective treatments on windows should reduce that problem significantly either built-into new windows or in after-market applications. (13 years ago, 8-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: Terrified of the Free Market, LEGO Begs for Protectionism
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I was commenting on the hyperbolic headline to this thread which included the inaccurate accusation that LEGO is "Terrified of the Free Market". I did not express any opinion on MB products or practices since such are not relevant to the discussion (...) (13 years ago, 8-Feb-12, to lugnet.mediawatch, FTX)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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(...) At our Halloween events last year, we discovered that trans-neon green (anti-freeze color) bricks glow wickedly under black lights! Trés cool effect! Just another thing to make you go, "hmmmmm". (URL) JOHN (13 years ago, 8-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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(...) Black lights in the LMC, hmmmmm! ;-D (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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(...) Steve- Watch out for that natural light - I have found that UV light is a huge contributor to yellowing of the brick. Maybe it isn't such a problem in newer brick, but I got quick yellowing of Lego with UV light from the barn layout when I was (...) (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: Terrified of the Free Market, LEGO Begs for Protectionism
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(...) Well, suffice it to say that YMMV. (...) Sauce for the goose. Mega Brands is likewise "following the rules of the game," insofar as it is manufacturing a legally permissable product in the competitive marketplace, yet it is routinely (...) (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.mediawatch, FTX)
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| | LMC – Electrical / Lighting
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LMC (LEGO Man Cave) update – Electrical / Lighting All Photos at BrickShelf (when approved) - (URL) (via old school communications!) Bruce Chamberlin brought up that I should have at least one power outlet per wall and proper lighting. I totally (...) (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: LMC – Framing Build Rm Wall
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(...) Dude, you are going to town! It's fun to see the progress. Keep up the good work! JOHN (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | Re: LMC - Inspirations
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(...) Hi Tim, Thanks for the names and links! It is vital that the appropriate people get credit! And Thanks to all the guys out there building layouts and pushing this hobby forward! I'll be shamelessly stealing as many ideas as I can! SteveB (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | LMC – Framing Build Rm Wall
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LMC (LEGO Man Cave) update – Framing Build Room Wall All Photos at BrickShelf (when approved) - (URL) (via old school communications!) Hi All, Last night was very productive. I designed, purchased materials, and built the inner most 2x4 wall that (...) (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: LEGO World 2012
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(...) According to most definitions I think even the airport is in Copenhagen itself. The location of LEGO World even more so. I just assumed "city" = "historic city centre". Play well, Jacob (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.events.legoworld)
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| | Re: Legionaries Ready!
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(...) Nice work. Play well, Jacob (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.castle)
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| | Re: LEGO World 2012
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(...) Tak så meget, Jacob. Very valuable information in deed. I had the impression that Lego World takes place in Copenhagen itself, not outside. But then OTOH, I haven't at all planned the details of my visit in Denmark yet, or even had a look on a (...) (13 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.events.legoworld)
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| | Re: LEGO World 2012
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(...) ~15 minutes. (Plus up to 4 minutes waiting for the next metro.) Bella Center where Lego World takes place is closer; first you take the regional train from Kastrup to Ørestad, and then you take the metro one stop towards city. Play well, Jacob (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.events.legoworld)
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| | Re: LMC - Inspirations
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(...) Hi Steve, 1 and 7 are me (with Mike Pianta for 7, gambort and scruffulous on flickr), 5 and 6 are Dave Stannard (brickhead on flickr), 9 is Tony Sava (SavaTheAggie on flickr). As for further inspiration... I'll blow Mike and my trumpet for (...) (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Black Rare Classic Windows... by the dozens...
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Well they're real LEGO windows/doors, but not real black classic ones... but check out the image(s)... A few years ago I committed LEGO blasphemy.... I painted LEGO... (GASP!) Actually with a classic window collection numbering over 5,000, there (...) (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.market.buy-sell-trade)
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| | LMC - Inspirations
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Hi All, I have uploaded some inspirational photos for my future layout. I don't know who did these MOCs so feel free to claim or identify them! I picked them from various places. If you have links to inspirational images feel free to add in replies, (...) (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | LMC - insulation weekend
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LMC (LEGO Man Cave) update - insualtion Photos at BrickShelf - (URL) (via old school communications!) Hi All, Well got a lot done this weekend! My son and I tried to carefully remove the sheet rock from the exterior walls, I was hoping to rehang the (...) (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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(...) Hey James (long time...) Originally I planned on double doors. In fact a coworker just today mentioned the same, but with a twist. I have windows in the garage door and to let the natural light in, he suggested double French doors. I don't (...) (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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(...) Hi Larry, Great question. Simple criteria, the exterior walls that are not already insulated. I may insulate the interior wall between the build room and layout room as well. Since I'll be heating with space heaters and mostly in my build room (...) (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: LEGO World 2012
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(...) I've ordered my airplane ticket now. I'll be at Kastrup airport Feb 16 at 08:05. Don't know how long it takes to get into the City from there. If I find a couch to sleep on, or another inexpensive alternative, I'll stay in Copenhagen for two (...) (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.events.legoworld)
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| | Re: *** MLCad V3.40 ***
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(...) Sounds like you're missing the latest LDConfig.ldr. I've got all the colors above. Load from: (URL) we have moved to: (URL) (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.cad.mlcad)
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| | Weekly Feature of the TCLTC Layout: Update using Lifelites
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Last week I didn't get a chance to post a weekly feature, and so I'll do two this week! This one picks up on a (URL) little project I posted about a while ago>. I ordered my (URL) Lifelites> (thanks, Rob!), they came prompty, and I promptly dropped (...) (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org.tcltc, FTX)
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| | Re: LEGOLAND® Florida Corrects Nursing Policy
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(...) Her friend's name is "Susan Williams"??? She exists after all! (URL) JOHN (13 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.mediawatch, FTX)
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| | Re: Legionaries Ready!
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(...) Very nice! Good overall impact and great detailing! Some would say that being pulled apart is the only suitable use for droids. :-) -Chris Gray (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.castle)
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| | LEGOLAND® Florida Water Park Opening in Summer 2012
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LEGOLAND® Water Park to bring new rides, jobs By Matt Reinstetle Ledger Media Group Jan. 25, 2012 WINTER HAVEN - More jobs and water rides will be coming to LEGOLAND® Florida when LEGOLAND Water Park opens in early summer. LEGOLAND Water Park will (...) (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.general, lugnet.legoland, FTX)
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| | LEGOLAND® Florida Corrects Nursing Policy
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From WTSP.COM 10 News Tampa Bay, FL Feb. 3, 2012 By Isabel Mascarenas LEGOLAND corrects nursing policy after breastfeeding complaints from mothers Winter Haven, Florida -- The LEGOLAND Florida theme park in Winter Haven is considered a (...) (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.general, lugnet.legoland, FTX)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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(...) New York. Really? Why are they even called "New York", seeing as how they play in (URL) Jersey>. (URL) JOHN PS. I already know what the best part of the game will be: when (URL) THIS> aires! LMAO (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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Hey Steve, You might want to consider some double doors in the wall behind the garage rollup door. This would allow for large items to be moved in and out of the display room with out a lot of issues ( like going around corners ). I can imagine if (...) (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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Hey Steve, You might want to consider some double doors in the wall behind the garage rollup door. This would allow for large items to be moved in and out of the display room with out a lot of issues ( like going around corners ). I can imagine if (...) (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Legionaries Ready!
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During the height of the Roman empire, it was a common sight to behold the Legionaries led by the commanding Centurion depart for new campaigns after visiting the temples. (URL) Click the pic for more details... AC (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX) !
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(...) ya know, After doing some research I am going to have to recind my last statement. I think that New York wont stand a chance, and that really its going to be the Patriots all the way till 2013. Oh crap - I did it again. Sorry for taking the (...) (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | Re: LMC - floor plan
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(...) Hey Steve, Gosh, I am sorry about your last thread. Didn't mean to hijack it. Anyway, just wanted to say that I think for this years Superbowl, I have to go with New York. Steve, what do you think? Best regards Chris Pie Judge B.E.D. (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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| | LEGO Captain America animation video (2012)
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Captain America animation video The Captain America video was created by ForestFire Films on YouTube.com. A very creative Brickfilm animation of stop motion using LEGO and BrickArms. Please note there is violence and fake blood are present in the (...) (13 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.general, lugnet.animation, FTX)
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