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Subject: 
Re: Faucets
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Date: 
Sat, 24 Nov 2001 03:46:54 GMT
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In lugnet.lego.direct, Allan Bedford writes:
> In lugnet.lego.direct, Larry Pieniazek writes:

> > I think you will find that the part Rose refers to is a "faucet" when most
> > people talk about it, even if partsref calls it a tap.... it's on a 1x2
> > modified plate/tile and has a spout that sticks out as well as a suggestion
> > of a ball handle. You cannot mount anything on it (at least not that I am
> > aware)
> 
> I guess it depends on how strict your definition of 'mount' is.  :)

Um, I'd rather not get into that here. :-)

> Take a look at this classic space set:
> 
> http://guide.lugnet.com/set/920_2
> 
> If you look carefully at the backside of the launch tower you'll see two of
> the faucets used to good effect, along with a short length of thin rubber
> hose.
> 
> They are similarly used on the base of the tower, where you see the fuel
> truck connecting to them.  Ah, the memories.

Way cool. Thanks for sharing. Apparently LEGO wasn't as uptight about using
parts in bizarre ways back then as I am now. :-)



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