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cool, me like. G LegoMasterLuke <drew@netpluscom.com> wrote in message news:GMuqvB.KKx@lugnet.com... (...) selected (...) (23 years ago, 16-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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OMG!! I thought it was a photo from the movie on the front page! :-() This is the best mosaic I've ever seen! it looks like a poster in the "on the floor" pic( in oter words: good fading, structure, etc..) Gary I'm amazed. Henry Lim (...) (23 years ago, 16-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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Wow Henry, most excellent for sure. The smooth surface of it adds a real nice touch. Great work, jt (...) (23 years ago, 16-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Ooh, looks like I'll have to dig out my Blacktron parts that I've been collecting. I guess my existing Blacktron ship probably doesn't count since I did display it at Brickfest. I look forward to seeing all the entries even if I don't manage (...) (23 years ago, 16-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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Sorry. Here's a closeup view and a shot of her on the floor: (URL) those are helpful. -Henry (...) cat (...) (23 years ago, 16-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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Henry, It's hard to get a feel for the size work, do you have any other pictures of it were we could a since of scale, and maybe a few close ups of the bricks? jt (...) (23 years ago, 16-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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Hey gals and guys You're invited to see my recreational recreation of Michelle Pfeiffer in a cat suit: (URL) (23 years ago, 16-Nov-01, to lugnet.build) !!
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I was just messing around my comp today cleaning stuff out and guess what I found! Some old pics of the KSS Myase while she was still under construction. (URL) can also see the bueatifull mess that it was built in. ;-P If you never saw her the first (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build)
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(...) Let's get through this year's before we decide next year will be Ice Planet 2002, OK? The Scutinizer (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) Either way is fine with me- I'll enter both! And you're right- Futuron is 2 years ahead of Space Police, according to the Fibblesnork guide: (URL) Hafner www.hafhead.com (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) Oh my. This means I have to learn to build Space again. Zoiks, I've been so involved in my Town as of late. I haven't built a Space set in years. But BT1 ? How could I resist an old favorite? Mmmmm... I feel a MOC coming on... I really gotta (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) And trans-yellow. (...) No argument there. (...) This part is speculative. It is true that that the Space Police seem to have occasionally captured a Blacktron, but who can say what that may mean? The precise nature of the relationship between (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) highlights, trans-yellow windows, some small trans red highlights are okay. They definitly must have some style. When the sets first came out, everyone said, "Now that is cool!" Most BT1 designs look sleek, even the black visors add to the (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) Well, in my opinion... which is what I'll be going by with my votes, I'd define Blacktron-ism by: - The color scheme is black with yellow glass. Detailing is done with yellow and with trans-red. - The figs are all black with the signature (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) I'd say Scrutinizer is *definitely* in line with the names of official BT1 sets. I only wish I had gotten to it first.... <smirk> -H. (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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Some suggestions for "Blacktron-ness": - Color, you got to have Black and Yellow with a little trans-red! :-) - Style! Blacktron I is all about style! - Remember the story positioning; the Blacktron are spies, pirates and theives that are out to (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) Since the competitors are the judges, I would say it is up to them. This contest is a BT1 contest so I hope most entries try to stay true to BT1 design. Although this is harder to judge with only 6 official models to use as a guide. In the end (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) Unless "Blacktron I-ness" is part of the contest's judging criteria. I'd bet that it is, much like the "Classic Space" contest judged "Classic Space"ness. best LFB (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) By "one in front of the other" do you mean "back to back"? If you put 'em back to back, you can probably angle them as well--tilt them downward about 30 degrees and the curvature would be absolutely perfect. Can't wait to see the pictures! LFB (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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For my next model, I chose the Fokker Dr. 1, which was Baron Manfred von Richthofen's favored plane. Note the iron cross - the 'Balkenkeuz' on the side of the fusalage. Each squadron had its own color scheme, and I selected Jasta 11's - "The Flying (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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This is cool watching this all happen, good luck to all you guys. Eric www.mylegomaster.com Oh, BTW, when I first read about all of this I wondered about this: (URL) was like; Man! I had those parts on the BR all these years! Blacktron! Awwww yeah. (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) I do not see why not. I would hate to see someone not participate just because of that. The more important thing is the MOC not the minifig. If anyone has a differing opinion please let me know. Jude (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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This is an important question and needs to be answered by the organizers of the contest. (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) The good news is that, as far as I know (with the recent creation of the large BT1 black & yellow triangle pannel piece) all of the elements used in the official TLC blacktron I sets have been rendered in ldraw, although the .dat file I have (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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Sadly enough, I don't own any Blacktron 1 minifigs. Will that bar me from entering this contest? Will I have to sell my soul to Ebay to get some minifigs? Or can I just use some "other" black minifigs? (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) <snip> I figure only those tabulating the votes should not enter. Jude (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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Boy, go to classes for one day, and you guys go and start the contest! :) Guess I'll get started on the web page! Oh, and Jude - in the rules you mentioned that you would be scrutinizer and would not enter the contest. Does that mean the rest of us (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) Fine, but I want your opinions. (...) I'll ask around... (...) You want to name a ship after me?!? (...) Jude aka the Scrutinizer (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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In lugnet.build.contests, Tony Hafner writes: <snippage!> (...) Nooooo! Next year is Futuron. Please let it be Futuron :-D. But now I need to come up with a BT idea.. --Kyle (URL) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) Eek! I want to make sure that I can reasonably claim to be eligible... can we make it clear that the Scrutinizer[1] is the final arbiter? And you mentioned that the contest starts on Dec. 1st. Let's say that the people in the above list who (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests)
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Two words BLACKTRON I That is right, we are going to have a Blacktron I building contest starting December 1st. (This will give us time to finalize the logistics while you start planning your MOCs :-) The categories are: Regular Categories -- 1. (...) (23 years ago, 15-Nov-01, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.general) !
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(...) Regards ROSCO (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) My thoughts exactly - after I was finished I realized it was a passable Dornier 17, especially with the canopy I used, and the upper wing profile. Oh well. (...) The Salamander would be a totally cool MOC, I'd love to see the photos. (...) (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Thanks! (...) Ahh! You ruined the suprise... I just got 2 of the canopies in from Brickbay, and am overhauling the front end with them. I'll repost the new photos when I'm done - should look *much* better. I should've waited to begin with, but (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Thanks guys. Yeah, I thought how killer those antennae would look, didn't have any available though :( If I can dredge any up, I'll be sure to try them out. I just got some parts in from BrickBay, so I'm overhaulling the front end tonight. (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Yes, that's the one! @8^) (...) The secret goal of my site is to lure innocent non-LEGO minded Christians into the fold. Mwa-ha-ha-ha... @8^D (...) Well, check out the 7 new Old Testament stories I put up yesterday if you haven't already. My (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.ancient)
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(...) Then the ayes have it. Jude, will you write the announcement? Or...? We should try to give people at least 5 weeks to build, and therefore must announce the contest ASAP. -- Hop-Frog (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) Schräge-Musik installations, unfortunately, ignored the problem of falling bomber debris. :) And, of course, if they were photocell-actuated (rocket-firing versions were), your wingman could be in for a shock... (...) They look good--I did (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Just to clarify... I'm reading this as: IF you enter the contest (one or more entries) THEN you get one vote in each category, regardless of whether you entered that particular category and regardless of how many entries you made overall AND (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) Wow! that looks fabulous! the shape is so perfect, that is soooo cool! the wings are great, as are the tail fins. I love the engines too, they're sweet! Have you thought of using two naboo fighter canopies one in front of the other for the (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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Shaun, That's looking great! The hull's "smoothness" is very cool, The POV'd thumbnail's actually look like a real model boat hull, not lego, great job, I was at my library last night picking some WWII plane books up, and I checked for some (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military, lugnet.boats)
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(...) The old antennae do indeed come in grey - though I couldn't tell you what set, or what they're ging for now. I was thinking the same thing, they would be a perfect representation of the aerials in the front. Great plane, Gary! Somewhere (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) You can turn off perspective in POV-Ray by adding the keyword "orthographic" to the camera. For example, camera { location <x,y,x> look_at <x',y',z'> orthographic } Hope that helps! Just remember to remove the keyword when you want perspective (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military, lugnet.boats, lugnet.cad.ray)
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(...) Good MOC, you nailed the pencil thin fuselage, though once again the canopy is tricky. Did the old TV antenna's come in grey? That would look great, though I have no idea what they go for. George (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) the (...) at (...) them. Sounds great, although with the flex tube ladder all you need are a couple of 1x1 plates with clips and you're sorted ;-) Jennifer (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) I put up a couple more views. As much as I like POVRay, it unfortunately insists on a 3d perspective, so even when I want a simple top down or side projection view, you're stuck with some distortion on the ends. Ahh well, I suppose that is, (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military, lugnet.boats)
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(...) I like that. (...) I do not think so. If someone wants to compete against himself/herself, they can. (...) Jude (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) I should think we would want "one vote per category from each competitor" disallowing votes for one's own entries. That is to say, multiple votes from each competitor. Make at least one entry and you are *in* the voting circle. Maybe we should (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) such as the space between a floor and the ceiling of the storey below. It's only too bad you couldn't do the same with the walls. Very original and well done. --Bill. (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) pre-minifig Lego style (the cab of the truck) with more modern Lugnetesque design ideas (the details on the rear). Also, I especially like your control panel which uses the Technic bricks with the short pegs to simulate knobs, gauges, and hose (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) This will help give us several entries right away. (...) People should also vote for an entry not in their catagory and not one of his/her entries. Also all votes for a disqualified entry will not be able to be reused (we only have one round (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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Hi, I've put together my first WWII moc, a Heinkel He219 nightfighter (German). The He219 was a high-performance twin-engine fighter that debuted in 1943. Photos are here: (URL) The 4 antennae in the front are supposed to be radar aerials, not guns. (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) looking foward to your finished pix of miss demise. I got LBB to stand on one foot! I gotta go bug Chris Snead now! (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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====Eric (...) ====That is cool how you put that. (...) ====Again, you pick up on my inspiration. (...) ====Cool, thanks, Cindy said it's scary to think that they are runnng all over the house off on their liitle erands... ;>) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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How about this people? Regular Categories -- 1. Commuter vehicles ala Meteor Monitor: limit of 50 elements 2. Small Ground Vehicles ala Alienator: limit of 100 elements 3. Small Ships ala Invader: limit of 200 elements 4. Bigger Ground Vehicles ala (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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Must be Draco Malfoy then, the guy with the Luke Skywalker haircut in the boat in the catalog picture. I've still not seen the Hogwart's Castle set in a store, the largest Harry Potter set I've seen is the train, but being shiftless and jobless has (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.ancient)
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Another great set of OT story illustrations! I can't wait until you get around to doing the story of Samson. (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.ancient)
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(...) *boo hoo hoo* You cad, I chawwenge you to a DUEL! :) (...) I'm glad you actually got a copy of the thing. I hope you'll post lateral and dorsal views--I'd like to get a look at that curvature. Do you actually have enough 1x1 technic beams to (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military, lugnet.boats)
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<much editing> Ending it after Christmas sounds good. How about midnight, Dec 31 - (that is, the eve before newyear's eve). I don't think judging will be that big a problem if we keep the range of categories small, as you suggested. I do have one (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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Love the cut away corner! Nice building overall too. G David Weiler-Thiessen <dweiler-thiessen@purina.com> wrote in message news:GMr6vL.ADC@lugnet.com... (...) house. (...) local (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Yes, yes, yes, yes. --Hop-Frog (no comment) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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I see you've been busy. You are a genius with the minifig. The Tower of Babel is quite interesting. Round and stepped. Is the scaffolding up to code? Such wicked little minifigs! (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.ancient)
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(...) I agree with ending after Christmas too. We could then have one week of voting and wrap it up by January 7th. I do not want the voting to take forever. Are we going to limit voting to those who enter only? BTW, My ISP is changing my domain (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) I like that. (...) I actually like general categories like these better than those very specific ones of the last contest. Weren't there about a dozen or so different categories last year? (...) I say at least 20 pieces, no more than 600. 1000 (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) How about we aim to have the rules ironed out and posted early next week? As for the end time, we should a month to build. We can cut it off before Christmas to allow time for voting afterward, or we can cut it off around the end of the year (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) went with the 1x16 beams because of how the ladder hangs off the side of the truck. Basically there are two 1x2 hinge bricks set into the side of the truck, at the level of the top of the back wheel. Attached to each hinge brick is a 1x2 plate (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) Thanks for the feedback Maggie. Yes, those are shoe laces... carefully folded and tied. They, and the reeled hoses, are the only non-LEGO parts I used. The only real downer of making this truck is that I realize that I don't have enough light (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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Announcing an update to The Brick Testament: Seven new short stories from the Old Testament, from The Tower of Babel to The Seduction of Lot. (URL) And comments always welcome (though I'll be on the road for the next couple of weeks and may not (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.build) !!
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(...) Hi, Benjamin. Is the tile floor of The Praetorium a gleeful denunciation of Biblical Literalism? Maybe. @8^) Glad you like it, though. Pliate's head is one of the new heads from the Hogwart's Castle set. To be honest, I haven't read the books, (...) (23 years ago, 14-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.ancient)
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(...) <snip> So what dates do you want to start and end? Jude (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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Okay then, I officially vollunteer to be one of the three. I have lots of time, some webspace (though if I got a brickshelf account, I could have lots more), and I'll take bribes in US dollars or gold pressed latinum (sorry, just got back from (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) Aw, she bit the dust. I had her in pieces lying around, for a week or so, and it just got too depressing, so I scrapped her for something else my wife says looks like actor Gerard Depardieu (!) --- A Technic-fig-scale hardsuit.... But I did (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) ...That's a great model. I really like the details of the workers putting it together and some of the details like the roof trusses are excellent (not to mention the great "cut away" corner!). The whole thing really looks great and I hope the (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) That's pretty cool. In these images, we see a couple different states... does the roof eaily come off? And is there a corner section to fill in where the cutout is, or was it just done that way? -- Tony Hafner www.hafhead.com (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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Hi Check out the following link for a LEGO model of a Habitat for Humanity house. (URL) model is based on the houses currently being built by the St Louis affiliate for their summer 2001 build. The model was created for the local affiliate to be (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Maybe a group of 3 or so could come up with a set of rules. I'd be willing to help out here. I'd also be happy to do the contest page. If so, I'd host it here on Lugnet and use Brickshelf for images. And in 5 or so years when we get around to (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) Since it is not Ice Planet ;-), I would be willing to help with scrutinizing the votes again. With that double checking, the organizer should be able to compete if he/she wishes. Bribes will begin at $100-, and I take American money at par. (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) Methinks NOT! I'd be happy to help out, as long as I don't render myself ineligible. We need to let Todd play too, of course. (...) Um, yeah. There was a rather elaborate voting scheme before. I think we could streamline it a bit, though, and (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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In e-mail, LFB wrote (and I beg LFB's approval, as this is reprinted here without express written consent, although I am willing to suffer any and all appropriate consequences for this breach of etiquette): (...) Hi Lindsay, At the front of the (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military, lugnet.boats)
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| | Re: Engine 71 - New Fire Truck
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(...) retaining the essential utilitarian look. For the ladder on the side, I managed to get a not bad result by using 1x3 technic liftarms and flex tubes on my skip truck: (URL) was inspired by the ladder on Rosco's tower crane which used axles (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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| | Re: Little Blue Bot
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(...) like a smurf bot/dwarf droid/electro elf. I like the Robocop2 style waist suspension and the leg worm gears with access doors. It has a very lively look to it, as if it's self aware and not in need of a pilot. "K" (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: 2nd Annual Space Building Contest?
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(...) Well, without wanting to snub Tom, I'd like to nominate Tony for the judge/organizer for the Second Annual Space Building Contest -- then he can't participate! Heh, heh, heh... =) And who cares about the scripts? Was there some crazy, (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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Thanks M-dawg. I really dig the way it stands, I'm having fun finding new ways to pose it. What's next?.... GOMGILE - THE GG MECH Eric www.mylegomaster.com (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Yo! We need the help, lot's of Lego and to much to sort! LBB's for everyone!! cool man, cool, thanks for the kind words, say how's it going with the Femme Mech? Eric (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks Mark, hopefully we'll see them in person one day! Eric www.mylegomaster.com (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks buddy! GG Mech after T-Day! (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Engine 71 - New Fire Truck
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(...) great! Part of the fun is being inventive with existing pieces. And those shoelaces (if that's what they are) make great fire hoses! Maggie C. (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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| | Re: Let's Be Friends!!
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very cool, can't wait to see more! David (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build)
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Anyone familiar with some of my recent posts to LUGNET will know that I usually gripe and complain about what I don't like about LEGO these days. Well, even I was getting sick of listening to myself. So I decided to do something about it; something (...) (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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| | Re: FDNY--3rd street station
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I>> (...) Thanks very much for looking & posting. Jonathan (23 years ago, 13-Nov-01, to lugnet.town, lugnet.build)
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| | Re: FDNY--3rd street station
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(...) Thanks! Thats a great plus to my project of building an older fire hall, with the sand red never the less... It looks great! Josh (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.town, lugnet.build)
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Wow! Very cool Eric! I like all the articulation you packed into the mecha. The exposed Technic parts look great as detail too. Heh, and you even got a mini-fig in there! Neat-O! ;-D Can't wait to see more stuff from you; I know I'll be amazed. (...) (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Next MAU: JJMAU
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Greetings to one and all. The Administration, thrilled by the success of the first MAU for the Carona, contracted Centrite Caronautics to build them a special ops MAU. The product: The JJMAU, or Jump Jet Mobile Armor Unit. A few pictures from the (...) (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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| | Re: Two new WW2 Tank MOC's
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(...) Dan, Very nice looking tanks. Thanks, George (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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| | SNOT boating (was: Re: USS Fletcher for public display)
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(...) I've (...) So, wait--you're building ribs and plating between them? I feel for you--that seems like it would be really difficult in brick. I had to build square and then plate the outside contours. My heart goes out to you! However, if it's (...) (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Oh, yeah, I'm in! I must echo the Grand Admiral's comment-- your concept of 'little' is massive! I wonder if the LBBs have _L_LBBs to help them out with finding 1x1 plates and tiles..... And to top it off, the design is very pleasing indeed. (...) (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I find it ironic that your "little" blue bot is as large as some of my larger mecha. :^) ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: FDNY--3rd street station
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(...) Thanks! I was going to put flowers & a flag with the candles but couldn't find them. The garage doors are actually made from tiles--they are functional as well. I will be there on Wednesday & hope you can make it so we can meet. Looks like (...) (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.town, lugnet.build)
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| | Re: FDNY--3rd street station
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(...) A great building Jonathan. I really liked the attention to deal. The blocks on the garage doors are cool. The candles are a nice detail. You might want to put some flowers with the candles. I can't wait to see some pictures of the aparatus (...) (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.town, lugnet.build)
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| | FDNY--3rd street station
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Hello, I have attempted to re-create the FDNY fire house located on 3rd street between the Bowery & 4th avenues in NYC. I am pleased with the results. If you get a moment please take a look and as always LMKWYT. (URL) (23 years ago, 12-Nov-01, to lugnet.town, lugnet.build)
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