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(...) It also seems that the Euro cab-overs have much taller windshields, that seem to bulge outward from the cab. I guess it gives the driver greater vision immediately in front of the truck for easier/safer manoeuvring in confined spaces. Also it (...) (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.build)
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Hello all, I've tried to build one of the (URL) set #4403 Air Blazers> alternatives that doesn't have full instructions: the jet fighter with two parallel tails and adustable wings. I've never been a real master builder, and I'm man enough to admit (...) (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.military, lugnet.lego.direct, FTX)
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(...) Thanks :-) I particularly like the fact that the effect is easier to achieve with Lego in 8mm scale than in HO or OO in 3.5mm or 4mm scale. Using SNOT with grille tiles gives a finer grille than just alternating plates, and there's some relief (...) (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.build.schleim)
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(...) This is an interesting technology and great Mech -- thanks. I have a few questions for either Eric or MC7 -- I noticed that some of the joints have multiple ball joints. Does that stiffen the joint and at the same narrow movement to one axis? (...) (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) I don't think so; look closely and it's not too hard to make out a spec of white. My guess is that the hip piece (the part that the seperate legs hinge onto) is white. So, she's got panties on. Not that I care...or anything. --Josh (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) effective. Six Titan XP's? You must have one of the largest collections of dark blay on the planet (not to mention orange...). I especially like the back view, particularly the backs of the legs. This is sometimes a weak area on mechs. Not (...) (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Cool! Someone else who knows McCloud (and Aragones!). D'you know, I've owned that book for years, and never made the connection to it being useful in thinking about Lego? Silly me... Anyway, well done, Erik. This is a usefully (...) (20 years ago, 10-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.minifigs, lugnet.parts.mod, FTX)
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(...) 2 quick off the cuff things I know of... cabover vs conventional, and total bumper to bumper length. Someone European can comment in more detail but IIRC, European loading gauges and length restrictions tend to make shorter trucks more (...) (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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Hello! (...) That's up to your imagination... Lar, however, had a point. "Chinese screens" sounds plausible. Thanks! Bye Jojo (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) I don't know if it really matches a Peterbuilt or a Mack but ye-Gods man, I'd say you have one awesome looking truck none the less. It certainly appeals to me, and once again reminds me that 2005 is going to be a banner year for Lego sets. Out (...) (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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Why doesn't the 4883 Gear Grinders set have 6 big tyres instead of only 5??! I'm a bit disappointed because now I had to use 1 extra tyre to build this American truck: (URL) Once moderated click (URL). I'm not sure if it has the right proportions of (...) (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build, FTX) !!
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Great project, both of you guys. It's made me think about what possibilities might lie in builder collaboration. It might be difficult to get such good results as you got, however. (20 years ago, 11-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) one of these.... Mark (20 years ago, 10-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) way. Definant improvement over prior designs. the face has just awesome personality. I'm liking the hands, those hinges can be hard to use (I think they look chunky) but it works here. cool. Proportions are very well done. When you get (...) (20 years ago, 10-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(URL) My 2nd Bot with the Lowell Sphere. Stole the claws from a Japanese Mech. Enjoy. -Lenny (20 years ago, 10-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX)
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(...) Thanks for this suggestion. that way i wont get colums of bricks all the same size and the layers will be more interlocked. great idea! bob (20 years ago, 10-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mosaic)
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(...) hi Maarten, you bring up a good point. it never occurred to me that weight would also be an issue. this now becomes a weight vs. part count efficiency problem. i'm going to have to go find the weight of the parts i'm using and do some (...) (20 years ago, 10-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mosaic)
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| | Re: Today's offer from JJ's furniture store: Spanish Wall
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(...) Go ask on JLUG, ( (URL) ) they'll tell you there... Hope that helps! I agree, cute build... I'm guessing that's the Leia torso I can just about almosty barely make out??? Spotlighted. Thanks for sharing, JoJo. (In the US I've just heard these (...) (20 years ago, 10-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) JoJo, you awakened the voyeur within me. I especially like the towel hanging from the side, it's a nice effect. Thanks for sharing. So I HAVE to know: Is she completely naked behind that? ;-) Legoswami Samarth (20 years ago, 10-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, FTX)
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Dressing Screens ? Very cute build. I won't ask what she is draping over the top though :) good work. (20 years ago, 10-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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