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(...) As "impromptu armor" it wouldn't generally be planned. Often, if this artificial armor were added in tread form, it would be the treads of something other than the vehicle in question. As German supply lines extended and stores became scarcer, (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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Good work Jamie! Your fighters are original in their design. I particularly liked the Tigerfish with its downward pointing wings. Keep us informed of any additions (enemy ships and bad guys). Alexander (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.space)
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(...) Shaun Thanks for explaining this new building technique. It wasn't 2x2 tiles as I thought so I guess I have to hurry up ordering white panels on Bricklink before they are sold out. Mattias (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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Woah! Jamie, you got some awesome models there! Very creative stuff, and well designed too. I'm especially fond of your fighter type ships; tres cool. ;-D Hope to see a whole lot more from you! (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.space)
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(...) Thanks, Mattias! (...) I'm glad you liked this - it was one of my favorite parts of the overall appearance of the model. I didn't take any construction pictures, but I threw together some quick LDraw pictures to give you the idea: (URL) not (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Hi there, Jamie, You've got some excellent models happening there, especially some of the bounty hunter ships. Colour schemes are on track and details are very yummy! Keep up the good work and let us know when you get more updates. Zac Soden (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.space)
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In lugnet.build.military, Shaun Sullivan writes: <snip> Thanks for that detailed answer. I knew about the technique for tread replacement (basically, drive off, fix it, then drive back on) and so understood why SOME treads would be carried (1) but (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Hi Larry, I'll let Lyndsay comment as well, but here's what I've found: It was possible to seriously damage treads to the point where they needed to be replaced - actually, this wasn't quite as intimidating a prospect as it sounds. The entire (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Thanks for the kind words! I'd like to throw the compliment right back at you and bait you mercilessly, though: I've seen some lovely Russian tanks somewhere, yet they don't seem to have made it into the public arena yet? Aren't we doting (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Another Masterpiece! - I must say I like it, Shaun! It is now a hard work for the 'Lugnet-judges' to compare the various Tiger tanks on the net. There are a number of features on your tank that I like and makes it a candidate for a top score. (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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(URL) like he's having fun. "K" (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) plasma web at the time of the picture.... I'd hate to be in her shoes... especially since they're filled with goop. come on! Stop having fun at BW and deliver more pix! stuart (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) No kiddin'! You couldn't tell-- it's too good! Say, that's really nice! Great use of colour, lots of beautiful flowing lines and shapes, very organic in shape, and in such a small package. I'm always amazed at the builders who manage that... (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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Dear God not another one. I still haven't fully recovered from the Cankerworm.[1] Now where did I put my Lovecraft? -Jon [1] Well that and this: (URL) again Lindsay) -- | The Galactic Shipyard - (URL) My Lego Creations - (URL) Attack of the Bricks - (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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This is my first post as well as my first web page. It was an idea I had kicked around for a few years now and finally got it on the web. It's kinda a military/space theme. More stuff will be coming in a bit, just need to take some more pics. (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.space) !
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In lugnet.build.military, Shaun Sullivan writes: I counted no less than three different spare tread sections in various places... based on the proto pics you posted that's prototypical all right but I found it weird. LFB, were the treads so damage (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) detail--but I'd like to see detail of the construction of the barbette, if you can put up pictures of that. If memory serves, you didn't use a turntable--it's just gravity holding the turret in, yes? (...) Yes, and they'll be in operation next (...) (23 years ago, 17-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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I've had some entries so far, but really only a trickle. Don't delay, enter today! Please point your browsers to (URL) see full details of the contest. I have narrowed the focus of this years contest to traditional Town models in Minifig and Classic (...) (23 years ago, 16-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.town, lugnet.trains, lugnet.announce, lugnet.general)
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Name: Krana Bio Mecha Primary Mission: Destroy Exo equipped Toa Secondary Mission: Heavy Scout Built with parts from Bohrok Nuhvok (2 sets) and 2 ball joints. Check it out at: (URL) Stranger to Danger Dark Knight (23 years ago, 16-Feb-02, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build)
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(...) Shaun, that is freaking rad, not a stud in sight! You should sell instructions. Love the turret - gorgeous! Later, Gary (23 years ago, 16-Feb-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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