 | | First Town Contest Entry: Dark Red Corner Building
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Here is my first entry into Ondrew's town building contest. It was an unusually busy month for my business and so I had less time than I thought for contests, and so, sadly, I missed the Iron Mecha deadline:-( But I was able to complete this (...) (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha entry: Renault FT-99x
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(...) I wouldnt say it was all that terrible. At the miniature scale it at, it is actually pretty good. (...) Why are the pictures named "Chicken Egg"? Danny (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha, contest closed.
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I wanted to post an update for you all. I have collected the entries, orgainzed them and have sent them off to your Iron Mecha Judges. Whom are: Aaron Sneary--an accomplished builder, and has a mature palate for the brick. Steve Hassenplug--better (...) (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.announce, FTX)
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| | Re: IRON MECHA, One Week Left
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--SNIP-- (...) I think what Swami meant to say was that he chickened out because he is a big wuss. Tim (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: IRON MECHA, One Week Left
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(...) Nooo...ooo. Oh well, your entries will be missed. Especially you John, I was had money riding on you, oh well. Here's the short list of folks I have not heard from, nor been able to find the entry: "Colin Robert Gutierrez" "Craig-Alan Smith" (...) (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: IRON MECHA, One Week Left
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(...) Apparently this is the "dog ate my homework" thread;-) I must apologize as well for not getting my entry finished in the allotted time-- I guess I have too many irons in the fire:-( But my idea is too good to leave unbuilt, and so I will (...) (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | The Q's IRON MECHA entry (proxy post)
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Hello people! Phew, that January went fast. Thanks to some school work, I didn't have much time to devote to the IR entry. But still, after hours of intense building and few thinking breaks I was able to pull out a rather nice MOC. With out further (...) (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: IRON MECHA, One Week Left
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(...) Erm, I guess I should apologise too... Busy life + Laziness got in the way. I had this riot control thingy in mind but oh well :( I'll get around to it sometime... Legoswami (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry: The "Angel" Mechs (Garret, Munroe, and Duncan)
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(...) What, no Rogers mech? Where's the love for Hack? Stupid brown-noser, you have no chance to win! -Your Dad (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Biomechanical Bricks - IRON MECHA Entry - The Qwelder-Mech
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If the judging panel includes the usual Japanese actress/pop star, she'd probably say: "This mech makes my teeth giggle" See what happens when you finally realize that violence is the way!? Those legs look like they could support both the mech, and (...) (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: IRON MECHA, One Week Left
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(...) *snip* (...) ...I apologize to my fellow contestants that I will not be submitting by the contest's end (well you don't have to worry about me winning now do you...heh ;-). I did not plan/allot enough time to complete my entry and even if I (...) (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry: The "Angel" Mechs (Garret, Munroe, and Duncan)
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While I haven't changed my entry, I do have a more pleasing presentation: (2 URLs) Obviously, small portions dictate more helpings. Therefore, I present three "Angel" Mechs--Garret, Munroe, and Duncan--acting as advanced scouts in what appears to be (...) (19 years ago, 1-Feb-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry: Light Prototype Mecha #N1473
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Since it's still in development, the R&D boys haven't given this one a name yet, just number N1473. I'd tell you what it means, but I can't because that information is classified. ;) Here is a sample pic: (URL) Here are the deep links: (Progress (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry: FD-98 "Washout" Fire Fighting Mech
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Hello, I know I am cutting it a little close but here it is, my entry for the Iron Mecha Contest, the FD-98 "Washout" Fire Fighting Mech (URL) The mech is armoured with composite materials to resist temperatures above 1500°C without impact to (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.contests, FTX)
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| | Hafhead's Iron Mecha entry
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(...) Here's my entry: (2 URLs) Deeplinks: (URL) 1> (URL) 2> (URL) 3> (URL) 4> Having very little mecha experience, I was hoping to use the small-scale one as a practice run for shape and proportions, and then double the scale. But a month is a (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Brandon Griffith's Iron Mecha Entry - by proxy
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(...) cute ;) I like it! -- Tobias (remove captial letters and numbers from my address if replying by e-mail) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | MINI LEGO Event in San Diego, CA March 3rd to 5th
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Sorry for the short notice. I've been asked by a local Science Fiction/gaming convention to organize a LEGO room for the con. Sort of a mini LEGO convention. The Convention is "Condor XIII" (URL) March 3rd-5th. Just over a month from now. There'll (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.announce, lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.gaming.brikwars, lugnet.loc.us.ca.la, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sd, lugnet.org.us.lugola, lugnet.org.us.sandlug, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | studs-up globes of radius 15-48
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Well, I still had the map of the world lying around, and I had a studs-up sphere generator. Why not be thorough? Step-by-step plans of globes of the world of radius 15-48. (Below radius 15 the land masses didn't show up well.) Brickshelf gallery (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.sculpture, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry: ML-12 Bulldog II
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(...) Eek! ground force I mean. Damn that was some bad writings... OK let me do some LEGO talk. After seeing the contest picture I decided to build the unit as close to it as possible in a realistic near-future style. I built the curvey part of the (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Biomechanical Bricks - IRON MECHA Entry - The Qwelder-Mech
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(...) -snip a lot stuff- (...) Soy-nut missiles? Coffe Frother? Mmmm... OKAY! :-p First off, I really like how you took this mecha in a new direction, without betraying your signature style. Secondly, this mecha is just fabulous, both technically (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry: ML-12 Bulldog II
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(...) It can be better if LEGO make 464 'Slope Brick Round 1 x 6' in light grey or bley. (...) Thank you! I would like to mention that the 4 barrel machine guns design came from your recent MMP model: (URL) am glad I still have an old 4081a (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Biomechanical Bricks - IRON MECHA Entry - The Qwelder-Mech
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(...) --SNIP-- Hi Eric, I have to say this is by far my favourite design of yours in a long time. You've combined your style with the concept art very well. Seems like you need to be given more challenges ;) Tim (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Biomechanical Bricks - IRON MECHA Entry - The Qwelder-Mech
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Biomechanical Bricks IRON MECHA Entry ...is GO! (2 URLs) The Qwelder-Mech> Ahhh, Mark Neumi-san...Contestant Sophie has his Visual Feast ready! The special ingredients are: (URL) Alternate walking geometry. (URL) Legs lock for weapons use. (URL) (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX) !
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry: ML-12 Bulldog II
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Ka-On Lee wrote: -snip- (...) -snip- (...) -snip- (...) -snip- (...) -snip- That is very impressive, Ka-On! I like all the variations, but the Assault configuration has got to be my favourite! I just love that plasma gun with (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Dave Johann's Entry - posted by proxy
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Thanks for posting this Bryce. I know how frustrating it is to have internet problems. -snip- (...) Okay, stop the contest!!! Just give Dave the prize... 1 Wow! The fact that this came out of nowhere makes it all the more impressive! The legs (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) My Espagnol is mostly courtesy of Babelfish, so it's a bit spotty. The vagueness of the language and stylized images (Wild Wild West or Sergio Leone?) make it seem more real, somehow. I think the imagination finds it easier to transform than (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) Thanks. The universe is twisted, evil and sick. I just live in it and observe. :-) K (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Dave Johann's Entry - posted by proxy
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(...) <snip> (...) I like it - the colour scheme, aided by the colour profile of my monitor, instantly reminded me of the Armada series of transformers, maybe most specifically the Tidal Wave toy. I think the way you have done the face and shoulders (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Gnomish Treehouse
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(...) I believe it is one of these: (URL) found on Peeron (URL) is new to me. Jeff VW (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, FTX)
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| | Re: Gnomish Treehouse
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(...) That's lovely. What's the part used for the orange tortoise's shell though? Jason R (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry: Ground Support Gun Platform "Jumping Flea"
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Here's my entry yo! The Exploriens have returned with friends! I introduce my ground support gun platform "Jumping Flea" or "Uke" for short. I only had a shoebox full of old grey with a teeny teeny bit of bley out of necessity. All system baby! (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry: ML-12 Bulldog II
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(URL) Lunar L.M. has unveiled their newest one-driver main battle mecha design: ML-12 Bulldog II. ML-12 is an all new design base on the new HF-300 Helium3 reactor and advanced magnetic coating technology, giving it mobility of a recon mecha while (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.contests, FTX) !
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| | Brandon Griffith's Iron Mecha Entry - by proxy
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Hi all, Just moved to the L.A. area, and met Bryce through work. I am not much of a mecha builder, so when the contest came around I decided to enter. It took me 28 days of planning, LDraw design, and parts gathering, but it was worth it. (URL) (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: IRON MECHA ENTRY: Heavy Weapons Mecha Unit (H.W.M.U)
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(...) I really like the use of color in your mech--it makes it stand out from the other entries. The Viking horns near the feet are a nice touch too. David "Fuzzy" Gregory (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.contests, FTX)
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| | Re: IRON MECHA ENTRY: Heavy Weapons Mecha Unit (H.W.M.U)
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(...) I really have a hard time believing this your first mecha... This thing just looks way too good for that. ;-) Aside from the somewhat busy use of trans-elements and the conflicting orange and yellow (I think it would look better if you only (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.contests, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha entry - Iron Fist
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(...) Marco, this is really one of your best mecha yet! I'm not a huge fan of red and grey colour schemes, but I can totally appreciate you phenomenal part usage and the overall harmony of the legs, torso, and weapons. I can really tell you thought (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry: Iron Rhino
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(...) That's a really interesting colour scheme you tried, Kyle. I like it! The upper half is in your signature style, with the cockpit, the huge missiles and the antipersonnel gun (below the cockpit). The main cannon is very nicely constructed, but (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: LEGO Infinity
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(...) The smallest pieces are actual ABS granules. They will go through life without the joy of being melted and molded into a LEGO brick. The same effect could be achieved by cutting a small plate or brick, but I don't recommend that. (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.sculpture, FTX)
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| | Re: Gnomish Treehouse
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(...) Agreed. I like the whole thing, but the Raccoons are great. Mat (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry: Iron Rhino
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Here's my entry: (2 URLs) For builder's notes, etc.: (URL) mocpage>. For pictures only: (URL) gallery>. This has been a remarkable event, with lots of brilliant designs thus far, and we haven't seen all the entries yet! Sorry about the lack of (...) (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Cthulego Rising
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Since my dark ages ended I've been meaning to build this. A MOC where the LEGO Adventurers meet H.P. Lovecraft’s Cthulhu Mythos. Cthulego is born! The futility of mini-figs fighting against the horrors of un-named creatures, things from the ancient (...) (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.adventurers, lugnet.build, FTX) !!
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| | Factory set 5526 Skyline
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Why is set 5526 Skyline (URL) not available> on S@H? I've got the other 2 factory sets & 5526 was next on my list & the one I was most looking forward to; I don't want to miss it. Jeff (19 years ago, 31-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.general, lugnet.dear-lego, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha entry - Iron Fist
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(...) Great work Marco, I wouldn't want to be a judge, so many outstanding entries. -Keith (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) La cerveza...er...Mecha...mas fina! Even though I live in Fresno, all my Spanish comes from beer bottles. Great presentation Coop, it reminded me of the intro from the old Wild Wild West tv show. I'm going to go out back and shoot off my (...) (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | IRON MECHA ENTRY: Heavy Weapons Mecha Unit (H.W.M.U)
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HEAVY WEAPONS MECHA UNIT (H.W.M.U) (2 URLs) This is my first real attempt at a Mecha, and I have really enjoyed constructing it. This mecha is based on the contest picture and the idea of modern warfare. The colours are for the desert terrain and if (...) (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.contests, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha entry - Iron Fist
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This is my official entry to the (URL) IRON MECHA CONTEST>. (2 URLs) Iron Fist> Iron Fist Don't miss the (URL) details>. PLMKWYT (URL) Marco> (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.contests, FTX)
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| | Dave Johann's Entry - posted by proxy
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Dave got in a fight with the internet and they aren't talking to each other right now. So I'm posting his entry for him. Here's the description in his words: Iron Mecha Entry - January 2006 "My interpretation of the Iron Mecha competition was a bit (...) (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Gnomish Treehouse
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(...) Richard, Torso: 1x1 technic brick Shoulder Joints: 1~ long pnuematic tubing. Arms: Arms Take a look at the photo here: (URL) The first arm is easy to fit into the pnu tube. Getting the second arm into the pnu tube while it's through the (...) (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) So THAT's why used auto parts are cheaper south of the border. Cinnamon Chili? Add some Nutmeg and I think you may be talking SKYLINE Chili! ++Lar (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: LEGO Infinity
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(...) Edit: Except they seem way too small, even for Modulex. Perhaps they're carved from larger bricks. (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.sculpture, FTX)
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| | Re: LEGO Infinity
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(...) Those might be Modulex pieces. (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.sculpture, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha entry: Renault FT-99x
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As some one once said "brace yourself for the mediocre": (URL) Renault FT-99x: A light mecha built for export in the year 3098 A.D.. (URL) I am sorry if the photos terrible I will take more this evening if possible. (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.contests, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) Thanks. For a long time the minifigs thought that space was theirs to conquer. But space was already inhabited by creatures far older and more tenacious than they could possibly have imagined. Mere survival was the best they could ever have (...) (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) I think it might be chili sauce now... (sniff) Yes, I can smell it. There's a diner in Tijuana where people go in, but never seem to come out, and their cars vanish from the parking lot. :-) K (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) What happens next is left to your imagination. What can possibly stop the spread of "el horror"? :-) K (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry
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It looks somewhere between civilian and military, civilian converted to military use, civilitary. Legs: I like the color details, use of hoses, general platey-ness. Body: rear platform, opening panels (mortars?), cockpit with back access and swivel (...) (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry - Mining Platform
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Greetings, Mr. Chairman, and Mecha Masters! I present the TMW-39MP Mobile Mining Platform. (URL) Mobile Mining Platform>> (pics of the finished build at dsc03501-03504 - just change the numbers to see the other pics) Build Notes I had lots of fun (...) (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: LEGO Infinity
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(...) Cool! How did you make the smallest red & yellow bits? Jeff (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.sculpture, FTX)
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| | Re: Gnomish Treehouse
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(...) How do you make these mini-minifigs? What pieces are needed? I have an idea, but i'm still not entirely sure. Please offer advice, i'd really like to create one! Take care, --==Richard==-- (19 years ago, 30-Jan-06, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, lugnet.general)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry
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(...) Cool! It's nice to see you working with regular bricks again, Bryce. (not that I don't like your Bionicle stuff, which I do) I really like the legs and the chassis/thorax. Some of the pieces you use bring back fond memories, like the pod-racer (...) (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: LEGO Infinity
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(...) Reposting message to add embedded image. (URL) (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.sculpture, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) K, Your twisted, evil and sick! Did I mention that's what I LIKE about you? This is truly awesome, Roflmao! -Jon (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Gnomish Treehouse
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(...) I agree! It is very sweet indeed! :) Mel (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, FTX)
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| | Concept Car
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This was one of the first things I built after moving to Southern California. There's not much to tell. It's got a serpentine belt, front wheel steering, and adjustable seats. (2 URLs) Gallery> I'm not especially happy with the roof- it's too tall (...) (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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| | Re: Gnomish Treehouse
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Very admireable and funny, I like the use you did with the radar dish bricks Yaron "Webrain/EyeRod" Dori (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) For some strange reason I smell cinnamon. Well played. ++Lar (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry
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(...) Looks like a hardhat would be required around this thing. It reminds me a little of the demolishing mecha in "I Robot" for some reason. Please keep it assembled until I come back down to L.A. Congratulations on completing your entry! Great (...) (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) I would hate to be a minifig in your brickshelf universe.... Can't go cruising in my Galaxy Explorer or go to a local Cinnabon or salvage an Iron mecha without getting eaten by some space monster. And what's with the red minifig at the end. Is (...) (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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(...) Fantastico! Que buena! Me encanta todo hasta el fin porque era...el fin. Que mas? Nada! (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry
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Here's my entry. I'll try to get some better pics. I was fighting for light. You'll notice I did some quick Photoshop work hoping to make them a bit better. (2 URLs) I'm very pressed for time but tried to do a couple lil snazzy Photoshop deals too. (...) (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry - Bandolero!
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Grab a beverage, and some popcorn, then keep clicking "Next" ... (URL) Bandolero!> Enjoy! K (19 years ago, 29-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX) !
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| | Iron Mecha entry - Humphrey
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I'd like to apologise for the name. But my wife named it, and refused to stop calling it that, and now it's stuck. And without further ado: <-- (URL) --> <-- (URL) --> I never thought I'd get it done, but I'm happy with my model. And only my second (...) (19 years ago, 28-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Modified LCAC- A cool hovercraft
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At a recent city fair, the Marines from Camp Pendleton had a display of some of their really cool equipment. The best part was they were allowing visitors to climb in, on and explore the vehicles. Far and away the coolest thing they had was an LCAC (...) (19 years ago, 28-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.military, FTX) !!
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| | Re: Small town building reference
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(...) Thanks! And thanks for helping me with protocol - I know nothing about this stuff. Time for me to get reading up on BrickWiki. Peace and Long Life, Tony Alexander (19 years ago, 28-Jan-06, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch, FTX)
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| | Re: Small town building reference
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(...) And thank you for adding a link to it on your page. I've added a link back to the page to provide credit. Since BrickWiki is meant to be more of an encyclopeadia it is unusual to credit the information provider but since I nicked the (...) (19 years ago, 28-Jan-06, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch, FTX)
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| | Re: Small town building reference
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(...) Tim, Excellent! I like your link organization (AFOL/other resources) better, and love the idea that anyone can add their own link! I did think it important, though, to credit those who provided 'other resources' links as much as possible, as (...) (19 years ago, 28-Jan-06, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch, FTX)
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| | Re: "He who walks behind the rows..."
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(...) Pretty scary! Nice build. Is it Stephen King? Christian (19 years ago, 28-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.vignette, lugnet.town)
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(...) Thanks! I think both of the 'red car' designer sets have been great. Jeff (19 years ago, 28-Jan-06, to lugnet.town, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.microscale, FTX)
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If you missed shoelessjoe's MOCs first time around then check out the "refueled" images made in Photoshop using the original Brickshelf pictures. With shoelessjoe's approval I (hopefully) added another dimension to three impressive MOCs: The P-61 (...) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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(...) As obsessed as I am with building models that adhere strictly to the original art, I think breaking from concept designs and reinterpreting them can be a very good thing. I love the color scheme. It's just about impossible to beat tan and dark (...) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) That is out of the box. Lovin it. (oh ahem, I should put on the black coat) Amazing composition and smashing flavor, but will it be enough to be the top dog in IRON MECHA. Now's when it get's interesting doesn't it? Only four days left, what (...) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) That's quite a unique interpretation! Very nice. It looks nice and mobile, and I like the way the chunkiness of the model is reflected in the weapon. It might have been nice if you could have some articulation at the shoulder, but then I guess (...) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) This should win just for being so out of the box. Awesome. I'm curious where the pilot sits, too... Thumbs up! -The Chief (2 URLs) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) While you've managed to give this mecha quite an organic look, I can't help but feel that you've neglected the greebles a bit too much. As it is, the mecha almost looks like an animal rather than an organic machine. Also, while you don't need (...) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha 2nd Update
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(...) How about a deep woods logging mecha. Giant chainsaw for one arm, and a detention cell for the other (to cage captured environmentalists, bears, etc.), that or a missile launcher to shoot down owls, can't let any escape. :-) K (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Hey, really clever interpretation; I like it!! JOHN (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Iron Mecha Entry - Centaur.
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Well this (URL) does kinda remind me of a centaur. .... (2 URLs) Folder> :a: (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.castle, FTX) !
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(...) This small air-speeder is HOT! It's a wonderfull MOC, full of character. I love it! I've been playing with this set when I bought it, I think it's one of the best parts selection I've ever had. JP. (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.town, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.microscale, FTX)
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(...) Ah yes the lack of oxygen does wonders for getting the creative juices flowing. I tried to capitalise on this and build a battlesuit yesterday but unfortunately I was all juiced out :( No cup holders - United Space commanders found that (...) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Hello Bryce, Jon Walden is Jackal76 Howard C. Willis, Jr.is hwillis8 Later Marco (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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First, my favorite MOC of this group, an airspeeder from set 4883 Gear Grinders (click thumbnails for larger pic): (2 URLs) folder when moderated> a claw-winged micro ship from set 4098 High Fliers: (URL) a micro ship like the Stargate death-gliders (...) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.town, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.microscale, FTX)
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I'm looking for the real name (and email address if possible) of the following Brickshelf accounts. If you know (or are) one of these people please let me know. You can email me if you'd rather at lil_lions_musings@hotmail.com. CosmicAfterBurn (...) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Remind me to partially collapse my lung next time I'm there's a mecha competition, it might improve my entry. This mech rocks, but I have a couple of questions: Does the cockpit have a cup-holder, and is it legal in Kentucky? -Keith (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Iron Mecha Entry - The Gentleman Crab
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(...) Coop, you and I must be on the same wavelength, because nobody seems to have understood the dio's sublte yet full bodied storyline but you. You've crystalized my thought and intentions eloquently. You had me at hello. -Keith Built the thing on (...) (19 years ago, 27-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | IRON MECHA - Still unfinished
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Here is my progress report. I'm still working on a medium size mecha. The leg joints have been totally redesigend again. I also worked on the upper body and the weapons. (2 URLs) deep link> (2 URLs) deep link> (2 URLs) deep link> (URL) More pics> (...) (19 years ago, 26-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Hello, This is my 2nd town contest entry: The Carriage House. (URL) Based on a bar/restaraunt on 18th street between 6th and 7th in NYC. There are a row of 3 or 4 of these type of buildings, in different colors, on that block. I'd love the parts to (...) (19 years ago, 26-Jan-06, to lugnet.town, lugnet.build.contests)
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(...) Thanks Jon - detail is always the name of the game! I'm not familiar with the Cicada (not that I'm all that knowledgeable on Battletech in general) but from the sound of the name I'm glad I added the AA gun ;) (...) That I plan to do! Zac (19 years ago, 26-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(lugnet ate my first reply, so here is a repost) I'm trying to figure this out... The ship comes in, unloads some containers, they are hoisted by a crazy crane into a pit. This pit is adjacent to another pit containing an unruly tentacled monster (...) (19 years ago, 26-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Zac, What can I say, This is just a well executed mecha. I love the amount of detail in such a small package. It kinda reminds me of a Cicada from Battletech, that is, until you added the AA guns. :) Keep on building! Jon (19 years ago, 26-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Ahhh OK that makes sense ;) White I could have done, except I don't have enough 1x1 round bricks in white. Red and blue are definite possibilities though - blue would have probably worked nice on the model. I see your point though - black was (...) (19 years ago, 26-Jan-06, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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