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(...) I haven't seen any evidence of a nose gear. (...) It looks nice in the package, but it's made of that soft rubbery plastic that's kind of warped, so you end up with misshapen wings and such. (I bought one today) (...) Pretty darn cool. :^) (...) (23 years ago, 24-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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(...) What are you, some kind of rivet counter? :-) The track gauge is plenty wide enough as it is! Where is J2 when you need him? The folks who should do BART are BayLTC!!! They are using a takeoff on the BART logo IIRC. (23 years ago, 24-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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(...) here are some pics of the greenbelt yard- it gives a good view of the trucks. (URL) looks like you need some equipment hanging off the bottom of the car though. (...) I've been meaning to post the similar suggestion. I would remove the middle (...) (23 years ago, 24-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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(...) I got a good deal from Alison Pike, and I just might come up with an idea eventually.... Or maybe I'll just start a few new junk jambalaya boxes Paul (23 years ago, 24-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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The landing gear of the troop transport is akin to that of the Harrier jump jet. A pair of wheels extends near the nose and at the tail along the center line. Each nacelle has a wheel at the tip that is exposed to provide balance for the craft. Toys (...) (23 years ago, 24-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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(...) Thanks for the offer! I may very well take you up on that. But what the heck are you doing with 20 lbs of yucky elements. Is your house bad brick purgatory or something? =oP -- Hop-Frog (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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Richard, you should have come to the BAYLUG meeting on Sunday... I had a tray of totally messed up minifig pieces that you could have checked out. In fact, i have about 20 pounds of yucky pieces at home in oakland; if you want to swing by some (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) stuff! (...) Thanks Eric-- you're not so bad your self! : ) I'm always afraid someones gonna say, "Oh look another grey and brown ship." I just can't get enough of these colors! -Jon (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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Your new site is just great. I really like that Excavator Transport. You have some real talent. Thanks for sharing your work with the rest of us. -- Bob Fay rfay@we.mediaone.net (URL) van Wichen" <E.v.Wichen@student.tue.nl> wrote in message (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Wonderful! I enjoy your site a great deal. Very clean and well designed. As for your trucks, I must say my favorite is the Scania R144GA. I have always liked big trucks, but I've never been able to build them as well as you can. And by the (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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As the first MOC I have looked at in about a month, I must say that is awesome. -Mike Petrucelli aka Lord Insanity (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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(...) First welcome back to the "brick".You really came online with a bang!Those trucks are great!I like that gas truck. (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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Jon, I wanted to jump in real quick and tell you: Man you make some cool stuff! RIGHT ON JON! Shweeet! Eric (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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(...) all (...) shown... Thanks! I was really wowed by the vehicle designs. I went into the movie without any knowledge of the ships or tech or anything. Some very cool stuff. Didn't you love that gel that the marines and Quad vehicle landed in? And (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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"david rabadan" <drabadan@aol.com> wrote in message news:GGxE7r.Dqz@lugnet.com... (...) Glad to hear you like it! I would love to see your idea for the knife on the shoulder! On a minifig? Cool. -Jon (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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I started building with Lego again in december 2000 and around that time I "discovered" the online Lego community (LUGNET, Brickshelf, etc). The past 7 months I just have been reading here and didn't post at all. So this is my first post. In the (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Thanks! (...) Although I didn't use any pictures while building, semi-concious inspiration came from the Grumman X-29[1] and Grumman F-14 Tomcat[2]. --Bram 1) (2 URLs) Lambrecht bram@cwru.edu (URL) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) up to a child's playing? Also, what's the interior like? I can't really see inside it very well. I've got a challenge for you: BART (San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit). Note: it's not standard gauge - you need to place the rails farther (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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(...) Great fianlly meeting your there as well. Actually I hadn't noticed the wedge slopes (since I thought it was orange until I read your reply to the color question). Glad you're finding them useful. (...) That's what I assumed. (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) intakes are so cool! Nice use of the bionicle feet\heads. The fold back wings are nice too. It looks like it was designed after one of the earlier Mig fighter craft, the name escapes me at the moment. But the wings on that craft swept forward (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Again, I think that a group dedicated to military, and things of such, ie. aircraft and battleships would be very appropriate for this forum, any support or ideas? I posted this idea to admin awhile ago, but I didn't get any replies. -Geordan- (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) It's not a space craft. It's just a futuristic jet. I posted to .space because many of the space folk are interested in this genre of creations as well, and there is no specific "air" group. --Bram Bram Lambrecht bram@cwru.edu (URL) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Did you read my post that I sent the other day, Mark? The game that I was referring to was a game that is known as Darius Twin, at least that was the only Darius game that was released on the Super Nintendo Entertainment system. The vehicle (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) reminiscent of a F-15 Eagle or a F-16 Tomcat. If this was going to be an air craft, then I would say that it is a nice piece of art but this is a design that seems to me, at least in my opinion, that does not work with the general concept of (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Thanks, Ed! Nice meeting you at Brickfest, BTW. (Did you notice your red wedge slopes? Those parts, along with the canopy, bionicle heads/feet, and wings are what inspired me to build the jet) (...) back. I agree. But since LEGO landing gear (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) features (...) Thanks! (...) We have a winner! The cockpit design was stolen straight from 6582. (...) Eventually, I guess :) When I take it apart... --Bram Bram Lambrecht bram@cwru.edu (URL) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) applicable to a very many passenger train wagons. This angled side wall is unique to several sets that I have worked on: Amtrak Acela, British Rail APT, maybe the Italian Cis Alpino. I'm sure there are many more!! Congratulations on showcasing (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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WOW! You've captured the look of the marine transporter perfectly. I love all the designs from FF, especially Zeus. I was drooling every time it was shown... Back to your model, the ramp is really cool. Also, are you planning on putting any landing (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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I saw this last night and I must say, it's pretty cool! I like all the features you crammed into the model. The movable wings are great, as is the landing gear. The opening cockpit reminds me of the Daredevil Flight Squad set (6582). Anyways, great (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) it (...) disk (...) retraction would cause a lot of drag from those plates lowering in the back. But great design allthesame. (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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It is a very nice job. In my traveling around D.C. on a nearly daily basis (not on the metro, but around it in my car) you can see how close it is to the rreal thing. What would be nice is if it could be modified to be put on a monorail base which (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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Great job, this thing looks good at every angle! Very nice. I love the fueselage.....congrats! Eric (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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I'm not Kevin, but I've certainly ridden the metro enough to answer :) The real Metro does sit very high on the trucks - it's not very noticable when you're on the platform. If you're in a station like metro center, where both tracks are in the (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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(...) My camera seems to read red as orange, especially in close-up shots. Since I'm color blind, it doesn't bother me as much. I prefer it reading orange instead of magenta, as some cameras tend to do. --Bram Bram Lambrecht bram@cwru.edu (URL) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Kevin, Does the real metro rest that high on its trucks or are they inset more into the frame of the car? I think this model would be very cute if it were "Legoized" and made half as long...realism is one thing, play value and practicality (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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(...) Thanks, and yes, those are bionicle heads (well, feet, actually). I had them, so I had to use them somehow. (...) There is a 2x2 turntable attached to the top and bottom of the front corner of the wing. The wing and the plate underneath it are (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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Is that Orange or is the color balance really off on your camera/picture? The reason I ask is that looks like a classic space minifig body but it's quite orange on my computer. Dont remember an orange minifig classic space guy. Other than that, (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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Jon, Jon, Jon !!! You must have read my mind. I saw Final Fantasy also and was inspired but did not have time to put it all together. I am also trying to come up with a way to do the marines... helmet is really hard to emulate but I am hoping to (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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I saw Final Fantasy on saturday and was inspired to build a new ship. I used my Eiretech personal transport for the front. This craft services the company's growing asteroid mining division. The craft's interior space can be used for personnel (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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Nice, I like it. how does the wing pivot work? I was just thinking about doing a F-14 (Top Gun was on last night:-) ) Gary Bram Lambrecht <bram@cwru.edu> wrote in message news:GGwvBr.5vz@lugnet.com... (...) wings (...) most (...) landing (...) (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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VERY NIIIICE!! :^D YEAH! I like how you found a use for those bionicle heads! (I'm right, aern't I? Those are bionicle heads that the guns are attached to, right?) I think you have captured the essence of most of the cool features of conventional (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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The Shrike Interceptor is built for high speed and maneuverability. The wings sweep to three different positions: when straight out, they provide the most lift for takeoff and landing; when swept forward, they increase maneuverability at sub-mach (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.space, lugnet.general) !
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(...) Gotta love those VR wheels, especially the big one. :) I build mine IRL first, before I ldraw them. Doubt I could design much of anything without getting my hands on it. Only reason I don't have any pics of them is cause my camera broke awhile (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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Hey nice, I like the pipes on the back, and that huge rear wheel! Gary *who can't come up with a decent desingn for his own bike* Anthony Babington <hottsnoz@swbell.net> wrote in message news:GGuvKE.BB1@lugnet.com... (...) link... (...) old (...) (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Hi David, I recently saw a documentary on Trebuchet on The Learning Channel. They were mentionning (and they proved it) the range is greatly improved if the trebuchet is mounted on wheels. You may want to try that. It should give you an extra (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Re: Mark's Lego Creations Update: Another Good Day for Mecha
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Hey Mark what's up? I haven't checked Lugnet in days. I see you finally posted pictures of the Helldog II. Very nice pics. They do the model justice. It's still one of my favorites of yours. The Anubis is a cool idea. I like the headdress thing. The (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Sounds fine to me-- it certainly doesn't take away from how good it looks. Once again, great job! stuart (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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The pictures have been developed & are now on the AdeLUGs website. (URL) are in the Gallery section. Carl (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.loc.au.sa.ade, lugnet.general, lugnet.build.sculpture)
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(...) Thanks! (...) I didn't like it as much as the first one, but the Anubis Warriors were kinda cool. (...) Thanks! (...) I think you're quite capable of building a Helldog, Mr. Legomaster. ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I knew it was only a matter of time before I forgot a link. (URL) now people don't have to read my backstory to get to the link... my diabolical plans have been foiled once again "blessing" <blessing@icefog.net> wrote in message (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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Well, I got brave and made a trebuchet yesterday. It will launch a 2x2 brick about 8ft. And the weight box is filled with old 30pin simms. (URL) (under the military section) or (URL) David "Scooter" Lukens O- dml6@po.cwru.edu KC8AGZ - Technician (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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Again, sorry for the quality. the camera holds only 20 pics. Larry P and Scott Sanburn will have more, better quality ones. Consider the following *teasers*. Head-on shots of the sloooow monorail and ++Lar's Bullet train (URL) Ringe's Bridges (URL) (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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Hey Mark these are nice, I have always liked the Helldog, very very cool! Anubis is interesting, the head is wild looking, I like how you used those pcs. like "ears" on the top of the head. Dang you just remined me that I hav'nt seen M2 yet! Good (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) How is it not true? Chris and Brian have come up with some ingenious ways for strengthening their joints, but I don't see how that disproves my assertion. They have created ways to conbat the instability is all. ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) also like your spider mecha, your Space Police hovercycle, and The Neverwhere. I have a few suggestions for you, though, Mark. I think that the base for the Arachnoid Star Base would be an excellent idea for attaching eight REAL mecha legs and (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) The best way to obtain the head piece of the female Ice Planet 2002 personnel is to check a catalog scan of either the Deep Freeze Defender or the Ice Station Odyssey LEGO Space sets but other than those sets, I do not know how to scan that (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.minifigs)
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Not necessarily true. Check out: Brian Cooper's Mecha: (URL) Snead's Mecha: (URL) mecha offer tons of articulation and look cool to boot. ;-) (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks. :^) (...) He doesn't need to swing his legs back and forth since: a) He won't be walking and b) I don't plan to make him sit down. My Hardygun mecha utilizes the same construction, which is enough to move the legs around a bit for (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks for the compliments. I've been trying to use those mars tubes for about 6 months now and finally figured out how to put them in something. I cross-posted to town, as you suggested. Dan Simonson <chefcooks@home.com> wrote in message (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) Very nice, I like the subtle angles on the side walls. Question though, how is it for strength? Building the entire car 'snot', I'm wondering how it keeps from collapsing or sagging in the middle? Too bad it wouldn't fit through the GMLTC (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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(...) Catherine of Aragon didn't originally lose her head but was quite willing to lend it for this purpose. Unfortunately my wimpy scanner conked out at anything colour over 150 dpi, but there's a 95x75 BMP in your mailbox. Hope this helps. Cheers, (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.minifigs)
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Great Train. Very interesting building method... I would love to see some internal structure pictures. -- Jason King LugNet #665 Kevin Loch <kloch@opnsys.com> wrote in message news:GGt52D.DEv@lugnet.com... (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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Here are some pictures from setup, more of saturday later. (URL) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.trains, lugnet.general, lugnet.build)
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(...) Beautiful! Really inspired work! Excellent colour and sense, and creative head designs. Simply great! The Helldog ][ appears to have two ball joints at each knee-- is this right? This would restrict movement to two dimensions, if I'm thinking (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hey Y'all: Well, the subject line says what I need. Can anyone send me a large scan or digital photo of the Ice Planet Babe's minihead? I have one, but I cannot find it (its probably in storage) -- and I was wanting to make a custom of it, or play (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.minifigs)
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(...) That looks really cool. *sigh* the fond memories of traveling across the country via train are coming back to me now......... (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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(...) It's as long as angel hair pasta, but very well done. It reminds me of the Flexiliner (with the big rubber bumper/diaphram in front.-Harvey (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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I have finished my D.C. Metrorail car. It's a bit long for use on LEGO curve geometry but it is a realistic length. I think the actual cars are 75 feet long. (URL) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.trains, lugnet.build)
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(...) Thanks. I modeled the head after the Zaku mecha from Gundam. (...) Thanks. I learned that technique from Colin Gutierrez. I never would have thought to use thin walls in that way. Sometimes the best solutions are the simplest ones. (...) Erm, (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Um... what link? Gary Anthony Babington <hottsnoz@swbell.net> wrote in message news:GGsIoE.6B@lugnet.com... (...) I (...) and (...) surprise (...) prevails (...) prototype (...) us (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) ANd the Anubis looks cool too. I especially like the use of the Bionicle claws. Keep 'em coming. (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I really like them! The modified helldog looks really good! I like the head, it reminds me of a particular Gundam ummmm, can't remember what it's called, anyway good job. The jets on the back are nice, I like how you use the skis around the outside. (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Swizeeeet, M-Dogg! Word. D-Man (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) Good suggestion, Done. :^) ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Helldog ][ page to the Helldog when you refer to it. Jude (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hi Everyone, Please see the new mecha on my website: Anubis, modeled after the Anubis Warriors from The Mummy Returns. and Helldog ][, an upgrade to the popular Helldog mecha. (URL) Admiral Muffin Head -- Mark's Lego(R) Creations (URL) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build, lugnet.space)
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(...) -- Richard (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Jumping on the Motorcycle Bandwagon
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since everybody else has designed a motorcycle of their own, I thought I'd try my hand at one. it's 21 studs x 6 studs x 6.66 bricks. unfortunately, I lack the l33+ MLCAD skillz of many of you, so I had to build it "the old fashioned way".questions, (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | RE: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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(...) Heheh...the car is a bit too big for a minifig...heck, even my 8 wides are too big for minifigs. I just need to make a Legoland Miniland scale spaceplane, right? :P --Bram Bram Lambrecht bram@cwru.edu (URL) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Re: When Bricks Go Bad!
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I finally got around to scanning some of my old broken parts. Check out: (URL) a text file in the gallery that includes some details of the "slight modifications". Enjoy. T. J. (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Factory Pictures Finally
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Well I know I said I would have pictures yesterday morning, but alas it was not to be. Although I pushed the button the digital camera many a time and sounds came forth no pictures were stored. Stupid Camera. Well I carefully coxed it thru last (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.town)
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| | New Catapult
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I think I found a use for a disliked part- you have to try this! (URL) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, lugnet.general) !!
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| | Robots in Disguise... a good day for mecha
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Hi Everyone! Today at about 9:00pm I get a call from Sean Forbes, telling me they have the new Robots in Disguise series at Wal Mart, along with the Bionicle CD and silver mask. So I hop in the car, drive down to Wal Mart, and snag the last Optimus (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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| | Re: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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Yes Sir! .....Thank you...I just had a visual of Five colors lined up and how cool your design is. Speaking of Visuals. Just an idea. Id' be cool to see the pilot of the Space Plane come driving up in your F355 get out on the landing strip and get (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Re: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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(...) No problem. Just get it right next time :) (...) Well, when I get around to LDrawing the rest of it, that's a possibility. Did someone say Ferrari dealership? --Bram Bram Lambrecht bram@cwru.edu (URL) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Re: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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Even that ones great, I guess its a little of both. Gary *who tries to build at least one copy of all your models* Bram Lambrecht <bram@cwru.edu> wrote in message news:MABBIBJJFOJIOHD...wru.edu... (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Re: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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Ooops bad case of Lego Builder Confusion! DOH! I'm Thinking of Brad Hamiltons Emerald Chaple and mixing it up with you...! rrr. Sorry to both of you, I ought to know by now so trust me I know each of your works. Dang. Ya an asortment of colors. (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | RE: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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(...) Thanks! (...) You decide...here's one of my early large scale models: (URL) think I've gotten a bit better. Using a real car for reference really helps to get realistic shapes and details. My 4 wide cars from several years ago were of course (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | RE: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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(...) Heh, thanks. (...) It's Bram. Pronounced Brahm, with a rolled "r", and "ah" as in what the doctor makes you say, but much shorter. (...) Rainbow Ferrari? Or a number of them in different colors...Ferrari Red, or blue, or black... (...) (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | RE: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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(...) The key is using SNOT subtly, and only when necessary. There are are actually parts that are completely upside down in this model (I'll let you try and find them) I usually prefer the look and strength of studs-up bricks, so I tend to use SNOT (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Re: Brickfest Space and Mecha pics uploaded
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Ah, Thanks Bram! Gary Bram Lambrecht <bram@cwru.edu> wrote in message news:MABBIBJJFOJIOHD...wru.edu... (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | RE: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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(...) Thanks! This one works much better than the 8 wide car, although it was a bit easier to accomplish. (...) The micromotor is right under the dashboard and forms part of the "transmission". The geared motor is directly behind the seats (the (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Lego Robot......Osiris
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Hello, this is my second post my last one was a while ago. I'm going to try to post some more these up coming weeks as well, Im working on a Optimal Optimus, A cheetor and a tankorr one, as well as a few regular Robots and an hard suit too. But my (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: When Bricks Go Bad!
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(...) I hope that I do not sound as though I am a covert member of Greenpeace but I believe that a good idea would be to take the damaged LEGO bricks, LEGO plates, and LEGO pieces and for The LEGO Company to recycle them into new LEGO pieces that (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Re: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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Like it love it want it for my own. Gee Brad what don't I like about this one. Motors compact and neatly tucked. Nice touch! Sporty mini fig style. I like the doors and the simple yet effective way you attached the dual exhausts. I'd like to see (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | Re: "New" MOC: Motorized Ferrari F355 Spider
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It's a beautiful car, Bram... but I'm confused. It's basically all studs-up. If it weren't for Todd's new security feature, I'd think that someone was spoofing your identity. -- Tony Hafner www.hafhead.com (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.build)
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| | RE: Brickfest Space and Mecha pics uploaded
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(...) black hinges. --Bram 1) (URL) Adrian is on the right, Henry Lim is on the left. Bram Lambrecht bram@cwru.edu (URL) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Brickfest Space and Mecha pics uploaded
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Whos is this? (URL) realy like it, its so simple, yet so complex! Gary I wish I had more of those hinges Troy Cefaratti <mnementh@dsl.telocity.com> wrote in message news:GGq14L.C3I@lugnet.com... (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Brickfest Space and Mecha pics uploaded
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I've uploaded some more pictures from Brickfest. Space: (URL) to come soon.... Troy (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: A nice summer surprise
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(...) Hamfests (events where ham or amateur radio enthusiasts gather, not places to find the latest scoop on cured pork) often have a "tailgating" area which is basically the same thing, though semi-formalized (it's usually free or just a few (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.build, lugnet.general, lugnet.off-topic.clone-brands)
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