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(...) Seconded. I would suggest an acrylic hobby paint, such as Tamiya, Gunze Sangyo, Testors, or Polly Scale. There's other brands, as well -- see your local hobby shop (bring the baseplate and explain what you're trying to do, and they can (...) (21 years ago, 8-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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(...) Personally I set myself limits. I am currently building a modular train layout. No section is larger than 20x40, which is what I am comfortable with carrying. All of the buildings will come off and hopefully fit in computer paper boxes. All of (...) (21 years ago, 7-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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What are some techniques you use when building a large MOC for display at a show? For instance, with a tall building, do you build it in separable sections and how? For an extensive landscape, do you agonize over how to choose the baseplates so that (...) (21 years ago, 7-Aug-05, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Larry, Perhaps if we knew what you were planning, we might be able to suggest something non-LEGO related to help. If you want something mostly smooth, wouldn't you be better off with just a sheet of plastic styrene? They come in different (...) (21 years ago, 7-Aug-05, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Larry, although I can't help you with the painting part of your question, I can with the smooth baseplate question.... There were many instance of baseplates with smooth areas. The one that comes to mind are the Homemaker sets of 1972-82. Some (...) (21 years ago, 7-Aug-05, to lugnet.build)
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(...) Not that I advise painting, but I'd think the best way to get good coverage without being too thick or heavy-handed would be to use an airbrush, like plastic model builders use to detail stuff. Depending on the tip, they can have a fine or (...) (21 years ago, 7-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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I need to get some advice as to how to paint one of my XL baseplates. What is the best way? Spray can, dipping, or what? Also dd Lego ever build a baseplate that was smooth on a good portion of it? I thought I saw one somewhere, but have never been (...) (21 years ago, 7-Aug-05, to lugnet.build)
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(...) this is a very very cool site. with time it's going to be a great resorce for snot ideas. i look forward to updates! bookmarked! ondrew (21 years ago, 6-Aug-05, to lugnet.publish, lugnet.build, FTX)
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(...) I love the site! *adds to bookmarks* I'll check regularly, and if there is anything news worthy, I'll post it at my site. Thanks for starting this site. I think that you guys will last a long time, just like the LEGO bricks that hurt our feet. (...) (21 years ago, 5-Aug-05, to lugnet.publish, lugnet.build, FTX)
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Hello, I have reopened up GeekBrick.com! GeekBrick.com is a LEGO based website that focuses on all aspects of LEGO. We have news, discussion, reviews, and we have also started a podcast. We also feature unique creations (MOCs, modules, etc). If you (...) (21 years ago, 5-Aug-05, to lugnet.publish, lugnet.build, lugnet.announce, FTX)
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Greetings! We are pleased to announce the launch of a new LEGO blog: Unique Brique Techniques. The purpose of this blog will be to keep you up to date on the innovative and creative use of LEGO elements by other builders. Our team will regularly (...) (21 years ago, 5-Aug-05, to lugnet.publish, lugnet.build, lugnet.announce, FTX) !
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(...) You are lucky! The only thing I've ever found at a flea market is a mint 9604 for $2. -Brandon (21 years ago, 4-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) I'm lucky there's A HUGE flea market every sunday a few towns over from me and I almost always find Lego there. (21 years ago, 4-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) Yep, I try to hit as many garage sales as possible! :) -Brandon (21 years ago, 3-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) Welcome to Lugnet! Your BS folder is pretty impressive. Even more impressive is the collection you seem to have amassed at age 14, including some CS pieces that haven't been produced in your lifetime! Since I'm from the area, I can only assume (...) (21 years ago, 3-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) Cool stuff man! It's amazing mow much detail you squeezed into one baseplate. I look forward to seeing the updated version at Brickfest. see you there, OnDrew (21 years ago, 3-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town)
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(...) Welcome! (...) Happy to see there are others in (URL) age group who enjoy the hobby as much as I do. (...) Looks good. I am realy no judge of large structures I just don't have enough basic bricks to efectivly pull them off my self. (...) (21 years ago, 3-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, FTX)
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Hello! I have been reading LUGNET™ for quite some time now but haven't posted until now. I am 14 years old and live in Vienna, VA. I mainly build town creations and have attended a couple WAMALUG meetings. For your review, I have my latest MOC, a (...) (21 years ago, 3-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.announce.moc) !
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(URL) See more at (URL) MOCPages>. This is a scale model of the STEWART J CORT, the first 1000-foot bulk freighter on the Great Lakes (those five large lakes that sit on the border of the United States and Canada in the central part of the (...) (21 years ago, 2-Aug-05, to lugnet.build, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX) !
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During the Boonta Eve Classic, the family and friends of some privileged racers watch the race from the (URL) viewing towers> built in various areas inside the grand arena. (URL) AC (21 years ago, 2-Aug-05, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.castle, lugnet.build, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX) !
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