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(...) Thanks! I had fun working in the mantas. (...) The row boat is right above the landing skids, forming the bottom hull of the bird (It's barely visible in the 3/4 view). I'll see if I can get a better picture of it soon. (...) Reed (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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I love the name, Tony. It's the twisted sort of humor I've come to expect from .Space. Maybe I should do the same. I could use some lunchtime entertainment... -Duane (...) (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build)
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(...) I'll be there! I'm bringing about 6-8 "small" mechs (compared to your and Bryce's) Adam - (URL) - (URL) Hayashi - (URL) - (URL) Dragon - (URL) some new surprises!! See ya there! Jeff (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.events.brickswest)
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I have a Portable Bot Factory, and I'm not afraid to use it! Mua-haa-haa-haa-haaaaa! It was surprisingly difficult to build, too - took me over three hours. The hardest part was deciding what should stay and what shouldn't. I'm going to take it (...) (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build)
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I finally finished my JangoFett sculpture knockoffs of the custom one that the Lego company put up on Ebay last month. (URL) ldraw files came together pretty quickly with MLCad, and I used LPub to create the final images. I'm still getting the hang (...) (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.sculpture)
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(...) Wassssup -snip- (...) Cool mini mech Matt, never seen a small one before. Actually gives me a few ideas instead of using half my blue and yellow bricks on mechs. Nice gun too, got to get pics somehow someway of my customs. (along with other (...) (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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You know what I thought of when I saw this and I loved it! Remember in the Buck Rogers episodes, when the Bird guy "Hawk" had that cool Bird like Space ship. It was the coolest right! I remember trying to make countless versions of it when I was a (...) (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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Hello all, I've finally updated with a microfig scale capital ship. A KSS Farsearch Class vessel. (URL) it out and let me know what you think. This was my first real attempt at microfig, and I think it turned out well. Maybe now I'll make a small (...) (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build)
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(...) It'd be nice if it had some AI. Perhaps a camera in the head, hooked up to a computer, sending messages to the RCXs? If you wanted it more advanced, you could have multiple cameras, plus microphones, a speaker, and maybe more sensors (...) (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) extension. If anyone else sent me an email after that I probably missed it, but given the difficulty I'm having getting online at my parent's house, and the fact that I'll be in Stahan for New Year's I've decided to extend the contest for (...) (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) Wow. Very nice model. Sorry I didn't get to it sooner - I've been offline for a couple of days. I'll get in on the contest website ASAP. I particularly like how the manta rays have been integrated by partially hiding them. they really fit in (...) (22 years ago, 30-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) Thanks! It's always nice to hear good things about my MOCs. Reed (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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(...) Thanks! I appreciate your comments. (...) The head was the hardest part, so I'm glad it worked (and I was inspired by pods when making it). (...) Actually, I didn't use any turntables in the wing construction. Each wing is held on by 3 click (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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Hello Andrew, I realy like your "minifig". This might turn into a new trend. (Who's making the Pirate Wench ? :-) With friendly greetings, M. Moolhuysen. (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.sculpture)
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| | Re: Call for Mechers @ Bricks West 2003
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Eric Sophie writes: Looking for Mechers to gather at the Pavillion in Legoland Carlsbad for Bricks West 2003. An estimate is needed to allow for Table space for the Mecha Display. Please state your intentions and give an (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.events.brickswest)
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| | Re: Jamocklaquat - The waters are still - a brief pause and analysis -
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Thanks TJ and Thanks for Spotlighting the Technic Beast in the Cool MOCs section too, that really made me happy. I have just figured out a few deatils of its construction. We may see it completed sooner than I thought. I would love to bring it to (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Hmmm. Well, often when I need info on stuff like this, I harass people at traditional plastic modeling sites for information. A Google search will turn up a few. (URL) is a good site. BTW, if you read Japanese, I'd advise picking up a copy of (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Dang! 10 RCX! That's a lot of batteries :-) Have you invested in rechargeables? (...) That's quite a 'bot, and a serious building endeavor (plus a huge investment :-) I'm not really a mecha fan, but Jama is awesome just from a Technic/ (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) The trusty Bathroom scale says 20 pounds. Thats without RCX. Wow, it seems like it would weigh more. Then again it's just the skeloton with very little exterior detail. Fully complete and 10 RCX laiden with batteries, we could be talking an (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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How mich does it weigh? (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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Hey Matt, neat, I like all those little clips and connections. Check you out using thoses little Binoculars for a double joint system. Very cool. Good luck! e (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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That's actually pretty cool. The articulartion and 'transformation' is great, as is the piece usage and posability. The overall shape is nice, too. This is a nifty little MOC. Is this a permenant camera? It's not really that bad! ;) -JHK (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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I have been getting some questions and I realized an update is in order. At this point in time construction on Jama has been halted. I intend to use the money and effort to goto Bricks West 2003 in California rather than spend it on Jama. So at this (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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Hello, <and delurk, I guess> Anyway, after being inspired by some of the rather interesting mini renditions, I decided to try a hand at it myself, and I think the results are halfway decent. Manufactured originally by the IRLCC for covert (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Wow! That is a GREAT model. It's just... beautiful. The lame parts really blend in well, and all the angles used on the wings is just awesome. The ship is a very cool-looking, and the vaguely pod-like cockpit is excellent. I really like how you made (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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"Reed Anderson" <gingivere@redwall.net> wrote in message news:H7utA4.C8J@lugnet.com... <snip> (...) <snip> I like this design very much. Looks like a orithopter variant. -- Thanx~ Nicole Drumm MS (URL) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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wow, that thing is really cool looking i particularly like the 3 lt grey claws on the wings on the 'guns' that are dk grey. the contrast is really neat and the repetition of the element works well nice pod-like front too ;-) -paul (...) (22 years ago, 29-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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Although I rarely build in space, I liked the idea of the contest, and knew that I had some of the parts listed. I came up with an owl-ish looking ship using the following parts: 10 white picket fences 2 Manta Rays 1 rope bridge 1 row boat As I was (...) (22 years ago, 28-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.space)
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i've been searching lugnet in order to find out how to make custom decals for my lego creations (i think gunjin would look even cooler with a kanji symbol and a few numbers). what is the best program and paper to use for printing these things. i (...) (22 years ago, 28-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Mechastruct Entry: HJ-025 GOBLIN
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hajime mashte, kotaro! i am elated to see some japanese work posted in lugnet. since the whole mecha thing was created by japanese i feel that you have greater "insight" into the genre (no offense to anyone else). any feedback you can give regarding (...) (22 years ago, 28-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) The helmet isn't quite as sturdy as the 3723 hat, but it's pretty sturdy. I've put it on and taken it off a few times, but only once were there any problems. I think two bricks fell off the bottom of it. The tip of the spear falls off if (...) (22 years ago, 28-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.sculpture)
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Hey guys, Sorry I've been away for a while; my computer decided to not work for me for almost a fortnight... I figured I'd try my round at a Rebel Laser Cannon with some ideas I've been holding onto for a while and now new non-webbed 6x6 radar (...) (22 years ago, 28-Dec-02, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build, lugnet.space) !
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(...) AH-HA! Mystery solved...thanks much! Matt (22 years ago, 28-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.minifigs)
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racers set# 8350 "pro stunt" $3.99 at s@h (...) (22 years ago, 28-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.minifigs)
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Something to greet the coming year with! (URL) & Sons (22 years ago, 28-Dec-02, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.build)
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Found this on BrickShelf, don't recognize it: (URL) find the referenced BrickLink store either. I have an idea about what this COULD be, and already know what I'd do with one...any ideas what/who this is? Matt (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.minifigs)
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(...) The only military model I've done is my big blue plane (PB4Y-2 Privateer) model, which I had at last year's BricksWest. However, it is slated for demolition soon (it has almost all of my white plates, and other parts I covet, in it). Should I (...) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.military)
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Very nice, Andrew! Much better than 3723. Your standard smiley face is right on whereas the other one has a huge mouth and the eyes are not quite right. Your spear is most impressive. I also don't have that many brown pieces. Wow! I am also (...) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.sculpture)
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| | Re: Mechastruct Entry: HJ-025 GOBLIN
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Hi, Mark. Thank you for a feedback. Do you remember my former model? This time, I've tried to struggle with "ignored legs" problem. B-) When I'd shown my "the Nightmare", I was told from some of my LEGO-mate as same as you. "Short legs, TOO SHORT (...) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Mechastruct Entry: HJ-025 GOBLIN
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Hello, Tony. First, thank you for the fantastic occasion you promote. (...) Thanks. As you see, I need quite a few hours to upload these photos. B-) (...) Hehehehe.....Too much times, too much money. )B-p I'm already satisfied with this squad ! (...) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hello, Master. Last day, I found my BrickShelf-folder was linked by your site. You NEVER imagine how glad I was to see the link. Thanx. X-) (...) Thank you. I dreamt my GOBLINs were carried by your drop-ship! ;-) (...) I'm pleased with holding-style (...) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) own. :) ...It looks like a great companion to the TLC figure. And I think your eyes and smile design look more true to real minifig heads. Although I cannot help but wonder what the minifigs in the nearby BFF must be thinking. I suppose they (...) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.sculpture)
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Very impressive! I like how you made the helmet and spear, and the Black Falcon symbol on the torso is great! Stephen (...) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.sculpture)
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i only wish i could make it. afraid my work and family will keep me here for the remainder of the year. nevertheless it would be cool to actually meet someone face-to-face who shares the same hobby as i do. i show all my family and friends my lego (...) (22 years ago, 26-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I just finished making a sculpture of a Black Falcon minifigure. I was inspired by Joel Bedger's minifigure sculptures. It's based on LEGO's 3723 Minifigure sculpture. (URL) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.sculpture, lugnet.castle)
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Whoa, nice. You are truly gifted at making small mecha. All the designs I have tried to build that hold a minifig inside have turned out larger and boxier than these. I really like how they are so small and detailed, but at the same time are very (...) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Kotaro! Yes, I enjoy seeing the different resolution pictures on Brickshelf! So amazing! I love your Iron Law! I must try one day! Good contest entry, good luck! Legomaster (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | MM Basil's Artisan Shop
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Check out our latest MM entry from our homepage, Basil's Artisan Shop; (URL) story: Conveniently located beside the stockade of the main auction tent, Basil's artisans shop caters to the various needs of the folks in Dragonstern. No job is too big (...) (22 years ago, 27-Dec-02, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, lugnet.announce.moc) !
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Hi all ! I received both "famous planes" from S&H. The are very cool. I guess that the next "famous plane" set should be the Supermarine Spitfire. Try to imagine this set in the same scale as both current sets ! LEGO please bring us this famous (...) (22 years ago, 26-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.sculpture, lugnet.general, lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) And Merry Christmas to you, too! So, you're in Sacramento, eh? I live in Berkeley, CA - not right around the corner, but not so far away...any other SF Bay area mecha people around here? Hey, any plan on going to BricksWest 2003? It's probably (...) (22 years ago, 26-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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greetings once again. i just wanted to wish everyone a merry christmas wherever you are. i'm in sacramento, california (go kings!!!!). have a great holiday season and enjoy your time off! jason (22 years ago, 25-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Mechastruct entries: CXT-79 Strider and mining suit (long post)
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I have only been posting for two days now and I am already posting my second and third models and contest entries. So, here they are: The CXT-79 Strider (URL) military 8" and under) The Strider was built as a light attack mech. They are quick and (...) (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Floor? Ugh, my back aches just thinking about it. Surround yourself with tables, and sit on a swivel chair... --Bill. (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build, lugnet.storage)
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(...) Glad you like the chain idea. I came across that because the only thing that would work as a wheel (as a secondary movement system) and touch even with the foot was the gear. They looked boring so I put chain on them. Chris (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks, Tony. I'll try to post more soon. I actually have two more entries that I will post by the end of the day. (...) It is pretty boxy. I wanted it to be a little boxy from the start, but you are right about it is hard not to build a box (...) (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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well, it is obvious that they predate LUGnet, it hasn't been around for that long. it almost seems that the legs as hands as been around since the minfigs were intro duced... but i want to know when the 'arms' as fingers styles began they were made (...) (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Mechastruct Entry: HJ-025 GOBLIN
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These are just righteous! I love the small stuff. (not to mention the ease of use of clip plates...) <<off topic comment>> Why is it we go nuts over the stuff we don't do. Not to say we can't, but don't. I go crazy over the small stuff and when I go (...) (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: New builder and new mech (Mechastruct Entry: SRX-032 "Rook")
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Hey Chris, welcome to the mob. I particuarily like your use of the chain links on the heels. Great job! Mark Neumann (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Yeah, I think this is the case. I remember I first saw them on Gla-Gla's AV-98 model, and immediately stole the idea. (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: New builder and new mech (Mechastruct Entry: SRX-032 "Rook")
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Welcome Chris! I am glad to see that mecha community here has grown nicely as of late, with you, the newest newbie, plus Jason, James, and Anne. I welcome you to our little place and I hope to see many more creations from you and see them develop! (...) (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Mechastruct Entry: HJ-025 GOBLIN
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Hey Kotaro, I have been admiring these on Brickshelf for the past week. I really think these are nice. Do you really plan to mass produce this suit and build a whole army of them? That would make quite a cool scene. A swarm of 50 or so GOBLINs! WOW! (...) (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: The Vegetable Fighter Project: Onion-wing Fighter
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Heheh, my girlfriend was half asleep when I showed her. She couldn't stop laughing. Kept saying, "Man.. baby got back!". Hope you don't mind if I x-post it to some other newsgroups. In my haste, i had left them out. Ace (...) (22 years ago, 24-Dec-02, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build)
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| | Re: Mechastruct Entry: HJ-025 GOBLIN
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Wow! Amazing hardsuits Kotaro! You've really outdone yourself this time. I just love how you made the "Goblins" look like real mass-produced man-machines. The weapons, shields, etc. are fantastic, especially the sniper rifle. Nice job! (...) -snip- (...) (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Hi! I don't normally post in .mecha, but I noticed this thread and had to say something. Back in the '80s I happened to receive as a gift a VHS tape with several Lego-animated shorts called "Lego Stories". There were a number of animated (...) (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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yeah, but what happened to hi? i love his stuff, but i haven't seen much of anything new since the dragon! (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Mechastruct Entry: HJ-025 GOBLIN
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Hello MECHGUYS. I haven't seen you for a long time. B-) So now, maybe you know, here is my entry. Name; GOBLIN Build; Kotaro Ono Entry; category(1) --- mechs/mecha under eight (8) inches tall Photos; GOBLIN --- basic_style & how to wear. (URL) --- (...) (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: New builder and new mech (Mechastruct Entry: SRX-032 "Rook")
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(...) Thanks. Glad you like it. (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Welcome Chris and what a cool Mechastruct entry! e (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: New builder and new mech (Mechastruct Entry: SRX-032 "Rook")
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(...) The chain gun was actually the newest weapon I added, but I also think it suits the Rook the best. Chain guns further add to that "don't mess with me" attitude to a mech. [Ooooh...really...REALLY... b-b-big...gun... (slightly famous last words (...) (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: New builder and new mech (Mechastruct Entry: SRX-032 "Rook")
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(...) I seem to have a lot of black in my collection. I know it does not photograph well, but I think it is cool, especially with colors such as green and tan. I like the reactor, too. It took me a while to get it to look right. (...) The legs are (...) (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: New builder and new mech (Mechastruct Entry: SRX-032 "Rook")
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power to the neophytes! welcome, welcome. i'm new here too, and it's good to see more mech-ers coming out of the closet (or is it hangar?) love your mech, especially the chain gun (chain guns are our friends...he,he,he). nice proportions and color (...) (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: New builder and new mech (Mechastruct Entry: SRX-032 "Rook")
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(...) Welcome Chris! Always good to see new designs. This one is quite impressive for a first post. I really dig the color scheme, except there seems to be a tad bit too much black. Maybe I only dislike this because black doesn't photograph well. (...) (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: New builder and new mech (Mechastruct Entry: SRX-032 "Rook")
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I forgot one thing... The "Rook" is for the military 8" and over category. Chris (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | New builder and new mech (Mechastruct Entry: SRX-032 "Rook")
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Hello, My name is Chris Searing. I have been lurking around LUGNET for a few years now. I finally decided to show myself , mostly because the Mechastruct contest urged me to do so. I have been building my own mechs (yes, mechs. NOT mecha, although (...) (22 years ago, 23-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Mechastruct Entry: Mighty Mech
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(...) Hi Chris! Hmm, interesting view. (...) Hey nice compliment! (...) As long as I make dinner, do the dishes, balance the bills, paint the house, and be a sweetheart. I can build. Althought I used up my quota! To tell the truth, I enjoy making (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) S! thanks, I actually had to go and look at your TG 3 because I thought I was making an inadvertant copy of the feet. I went and checked and saw it was simular but not a rip off, whew!!! Anyway I had that Mech in the back of my head when I was (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Hey MP! ya, I agree, ....and that's what made it so fun! I also like how it's mounted on a ball joint. (...) Well, the inner part (closest to the body) is a little floppy. But I did manage to make a new stiffen technique. In this picture: (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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"Josh Baakko" <shi_web@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:H7H3ur.L45@lugnet.com... (...) could (...) receiver. (...) Doesn't (...) certain models allow for upgradeable motors. I'm sure the high-powered motors could haul around a lego chassis, if it (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) It's a pretty good idea, and I appreciate the suggestion, but I think the problem with that or any sort of chair for me is that it would be too restrictive of my movement. When I build, I'm surrounded by bins 360 degrees, so I'm always turning (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build, lugnet.storage)
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(...) If he allowed the images to be sourced from other WWW sites, then the following problems could arise: 1) offensive images 2) people changing their images during the voting period 3) availability of the images for voting (some WWW hosters (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests)
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If anyone knows, please let me know as well. I used to hang out with him in NC, and he seems to have disappeared after he left NC State. -Anne (...) -- Conformity: Proudly (\`--/') _ _______ .-r-. serving painfully boring >.~.\ `` ` `,`,`. ,'_'~`. (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Yes, true. I would argue he's got good reason for organizing all the entries on his server, though. (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) Pretty cool Man! This mecha looks like a further evolution of that red speed suit model you built this summer. You just can't get enough mecha building...your pace reminds me of Mladen's mecha building rate last year! When do you find the (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) While it is certainly likely that someone thought of the idea of using Lego minifig legs as arms before Karim, he is (to my knowledge) the first person who actually published his idea in the form of a website or online photos; as a result, the (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Well he does bring this sort of chaotic workload upon himself by recreating all of the entries on the creativity-contest.net server, even for those (like mine) which reside perfectly happy on the internet already. But that's the choice he (...) (22 years ago, 22-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests)
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what happened to karim anyway? (...) (22 years ago, 21-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) No doubt. But it drives Rene crazy (which is why he offered prize drawings to entice early entries)... :-) (22 years ago, 21-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) week. From my experience in running international conferences, I confidently predict that more entries will be generated on 31 Dec than all the other days put together :-) Kerry (22 years ago, 21-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests)
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I got to thinking on a lazy Saturday... 1)I think my favourite part of mecha building is creating the head and 2)I think TLG missed the boat somewhat on their Technic SW figs and 3) I had a lot of small white pieces.... So I made this. I'd like to (...) (22 years ago, 21-Dec-02, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.build, lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc) !
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(...) Wow! You dawg! Eric, this is another magnificent piece-- holy socks! Nice use of ball joint pieces, cleverly hidden, beautiful head and detailed back (I have fond memories of the 1x4 printed headlight piece. Cool colours, literally and (...) (22 years ago, 21-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Josh (22 years ago, 21-Dec-02, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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A Christmas Day building idea: Seems like Micro Cars may be the big hit this year and that some of us could end up with one of these under the tree. For anyone who hasn't seen them yet, they're simply a miniature remote control car with tiny motor (...) (22 years ago, 21-Dec-02, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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No way Karim started that I have been using minifigs legs as hands since the late 80's. And I am sure there are those that did it before me. (22 years ago, 21-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Karim Nassar is credited with the minifig legs as hands. (...) (22 years ago, 20-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) And thanks for the timely reply! (LOL @ Kerry)... we are now down to one week. (...) A. I am not Herr Hoffmeister. But I think it's OK as long as you are within limit on the total images for your size category. That is based on my (...) (22 years ago, 20-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests)
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Thanks for the timely reminder, Larry! Q. Can anyone tell me if it is OK to submit a picture of the "real thing" as part of the entry? I have modelled a real building and would like to include a picture of the real building. Kerry (22 years ago, 20-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) yeah that is a great small-frame Vespa! I can't imagine how anyone could capture the feel of one better than that. Awesome work Uli! cheers! JK (22 years ago, 20-Dec-02, to lugnet.build)
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WHOA COOL!!! The 737 is truly amazing. WOW. I want instructions for that! :-D (pretty please...) And the Vespa is really cute too! :-) -Tim (...) (22 years ago, 20-Dec-02, to lugnet.build)
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Wow, that's awesome. I love the bike and the 737 as well. Really nice models. -Anne (...) -- I get plenty of exercise- jumping (\`--/') _ _______ .-r-. to conclusions, pushing my luck, >.~.\ `` ` `,`,`. ,'_'~`. and dodging deadlines. -Anonymous (...) (22 years ago, 20-Dec-02, to lugnet.build)
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