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Cool man, bring it on! Of course I'm in the same boat as you, Eric's LBs were in and out of here and well my little smiley engineers just couldn't help themselves... But all I got so far is legs. As soon as I feel inspired to do arms I think I'll (...) (22 years ago, 16-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I'm cross-posting to .castle because there are lots of dragon lovers there. Bruce (22 years ago, 15-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.castle)
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(...) Nice work! It's always cool to see models built from limited pieces like this. It's a real test when you can't throw 1000's of different elements at the project to make it look good. Adrian -- www.brickfrenzy.com (22 years ago, 15-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I made this a while ago but haven't been able to get decent pictures of it. But I decided I would post what I have any way. It is a mech design based on a dragon form. Find it here: (URL) is made mostly from 2 Technic Stormtrooper sets and a bohrok. (...) (22 years ago, 15-Jun-02, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha) !
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Hey cool, ya, let's see what you got. Looking forward to it. e Legomaster (22 years ago, 14-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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After a little bit of time away from lego (but with a clean house) I began building mecha again. I have five new mecha in differing stages of completion. I have two new LSM-09 Intruder variants. The first is the LSM-09A-2. An improved A type. The (...) (22 years ago, 14-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Build-a-Bot (URL) after I built the Little Bot Series I recieved a great deal of interest in creating instructions to build the LB's. So I decided to make them after all the encouragment I recieved. If you have ever enjoyed looking at Lego Mecha, or (...) (22 years ago, 11-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) That's wholesome mecha goodness :-) (...) Nope, I settled for gray shocks. The underpinnings don't need to color match (like your Little Bots) since they are covered by armor. The turntables are gray anyway, like all the joint gears. And the (...) (22 years ago, 9-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Which Mecha is up in the Air, but I'll be there! EVENTS (URL) McBrides Hoboken N.J. (URL) (22 years ago, 9-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.org.us.gardenslug)
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I just happen to be online and I checked the pix out....and my impression is..... OOOOOooooooOOOOOOOoooooo!!!! Dang, I love them all, I dig every part of the MS's, they just plain make me happy. wow. (BTW did you ever get a hold of some Red Shocks? (...) (22 years ago, 9-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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A group shot in order of construction 03,04,06,07 (you can also sort of see the new head on 04, also its legs were reset to a straight posture, making it slightly taller than the others): (URL) challenges all his predecessors to battle: (URL) (22 years ago, 9-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Because I only recently came up with a smaller head design that I liked. I retrofitted a smaller head on 04(black gundam). Maybe the 03 will get one too. (...) Rebuild. (...) That's left to the reader's imagination ;-) (...) It was based on (...) (22 years ago, 6-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) then again are perfrect for a GM, and this goes back to my first question). (...) I see, well in that case I must congratulate you on a job well done. In my opinion the 06 and 07 trully lack any non-functional elements. Sadly, this is exactly (...) (22 years ago, 6-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I am happy that you like it. It is currently 18 inches tall, but the legs are much too short so it may grow an inch or two in the near future. Neue Ziel and Neue Oz are the one and the same Neue, "new" in german (talk about lack of (...) (22 years ago, 6-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I've visited LUGNET for a while now and finally created my own page. It's at: (URL) has 9 MOCs so far, including hovercraft, Spiffcraft, mecha, and more. Let me know if there's any broken links or other problems. Also, thanks to Mark Sandlin for the (...) (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) Awesome! You should really do a kneeling pose, if it can. Preferably with a gigantic cannon( kinda huge on the scale you're building). Why do the space types look like they have bigger heads? Is this a upgrade or a complete rebuild? By the (...) (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Cool! It looks awesome. How big? LIke the new name too. Is that Neue as in Neue Ziel meaning new (22 years ago, 3-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Essentially I wanted to make a clean and purposeful looking design without ornate or non-functional elements. Its sense of strength flows from its overall angular shape (which doesn't suggest that it would be cannon fodder like a GM). And of (...) (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks. Probably by next monday there'll be more. "K" (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Wow! I have lots of things to comment on this MS. First of all though, is this a Gundam or a GM? Either way, here are the things I like: 1. The design is extremely clean. 2. The 07 and 06 seem to be very efficient when it comes to # of pieces (...) (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks for the comments! I will be making a lot of changes to this guy in the near future, so if you have any ideas for using alternative trans green pieces for the eyes I am all ears. Now enough of this for now so I can comment on the 07 :) (...) (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks, I am glad you approve of the Eva! The machine gun was primary inspired by your creations (I remeber you having built an exquisite mini gun some time ago). Your creations are always accompined by a very impressive arsenal. (...) I will (...) (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks! I am glad you remember the first design (which had to be scraped). (...) I believe this mecha falls short of becoming an Eva as well. I know that I have to work on my building skills as well, but my best friend (who is well versed in (...) (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) That is so very, very beautiful. I like the greeblies that are appearing on parts of it--the only thing missing is more. I can't wait to see more pics and the rifle! LFB (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Proof of Principle: Click-Turntable 'Mech Legs
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Hi everyone, This is just a little building technique tester I put together to showcase the possibilities of the click turntable in .mecha building-- I haven't yet seen anyone do this, so if I've overlooked someone else making the same discovery I (...) (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) On larger models the studs just become a minor surface texture, on smaller ones they can interfere with the clean lines and look messy. (...) 05 was a rebuild of 01. I wasn't really satisfied with its technology and so made 07. The only part (...) (22 years ago, 5-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Wow! Look at all of those studs! It's quite a contrast from, say, mladen's mecha; As he tries to decease the number of studs visible, you're increasing them! Is this a rebuild of 05? I liked 05 a lot - especially the two tone grey and red. But (...) (22 years ago, 4-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Cooo...oooL!!!...!!! Evolution of MS Tech. E (22 years ago, 4-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Another ground combat model, the 07 "Long Skirt" improves on the 06 skeleton technology and armor configuration (check out the equivalent 06 pics in my gallery to see the subtle design evolution). (URL) haven't made an assault rifle for it yet, but (...) (22 years ago, 4-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I like it. Nice building style, sort of doing whatever it takes to get the shape you want. You've entered a new phase, an improvement over the brick stacking you did in the past. The only thing that looks kind of funky on this EVA are the (...) (22 years ago, 4-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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marsbase has a few new mecha. The Copperhead (which has been up for a while) at: (URL) the LongTom at: (URL) Vaughan (22 years ago, 3-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Looking good Borislav! ;-) Even though I dislike Evangelion greatly, I do adore the EVA mecha. I like your rendition of the mecha. Nice machine gun too. Say, don't those EVAs have pellet guns? I really liked those weapons... Too bad you didn't build (...) (22 years ago, 3-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Adam
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(...) Thanks Mladen! The reason I stay to Technic and Bionicle parts is because I'm intimidated by mech guys like YOU! lol But someday..someday I'll get up enough nerve to build something in brick. Jeff (22 years ago, 3-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Definitely an improvement over the first design. As an MOC, I think this is a very good mecha. I like theat you are using t-bot gearboxes for some of the joints; this looks more substantial than a "puppet" as K would say. As an EVA, I think it (...) (22 years ago, 3-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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New name, new pieces, new building style. Neue-Oz Manufacturing proudly presents Evangelion Unit 14 (URL) hope that you like it! Bobby (NOM) (22 years ago, 2-Jun-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Very cool... I like how you restrict yourself to using only Technic and Bionicle parts. Your mecha also have a great, natural, curved look to them. Oh, and the articulation you pack into your MOCs is awesome too. Keep up the excellent work Jeff! (...) (22 years ago, 30-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Mark's Lego Creations Update 5/25/02
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(...) Thanks Jeff. I probably won't build another mecha until I come up with a really good idea for a new design. ~GAMH (22 years ago, 29-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hey Cool, Mr. Lexx has me as a Featured Artist on Bohemian Life. Now, that guy knows how to throw a Party! (URL) (22 years ago, 29-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.people)
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(...) cool! they look like totally diffrent parts! Very inventive. (...) They've been ehh.. scraped. Im working on a new model here and there (too busy finishing highschool/college classes..) My new project is a extremly flexible mecha capable of (...) (22 years ago, 28-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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No one knew where it came from. No one knew what it was capable of. No one knew what how to stop it. No one knew what to do. Though it was young, it was strong. Very strong. No one could stand up to it's awesome power and speed. Many of us have (...) (22 years ago, 29-May-02, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.general, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.org.us.texlug)
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(...) And I'm glad to see you've made use of the new super battle droid parts! I'm a big fan of this new joint system; although I must say, it surprises me that they would be strong enough to support a mecha as large as Adam. But there it is! (...) (22 years ago, 29-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Mark's Lego Creations Update 5/25/02
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(...) Hey Mark, Great to have you back! What? A transforming Spiffcraft? And...gasp! More Bionicle parts?!? You must resist the Dark Side!! Overall great stuff as usual! Do you have any bigger mechs hiding in the wings? Jeff (22 years ago, 29-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Back!! Ahhh. It's good to be back in the good ol' US of A. Home of big roads, big cars, and McDonalds!! I just got back from Italy on a week and a half trip (with kids) and boy, let me tell you, it's nice to eat some greasy fries for a change. Don' (...) (22 years ago, 29-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) All of them are awesome! The Vulture is my fav. Looks kinda like a goblin. Great work as always. Later, Mark M. (22 years ago, 28-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Heh, like one of those Dear-be-gones that you attach to the front of your car when you live in the sticks! Hee hee. ES (...) (22 years ago, 28-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) you to lay them on top of a larger plate, which you could never do with the old classic space wings, so that allows for more textured looks. Bruce (22 years ago, 28-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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This may be widely known but it sort of startled me. A star wars wing has a subtle improvement over a classic space wing... (URL) just assumed it was eternally impossible to stack these wing plates together and make a wing brick... Good technique (...) (22 years ago, 28-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Yeah, a lot of people seem to be busy this time of year, here on LUGNET. (...) Thanks Bryce! The hands are quite simple to construct. I hope Dave is able to expain ya soon. ;-) (...) LOL! Yeah, you're right about the simple part (elegant, (...) (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks Bobby! Glad ya like it. (...) Yeah, I'm sure it'll happen, but not just yet. (...) Same here; I hope to see what you've got up your sleeve as well. (...) Mladen Pejic, over and out! (URL) (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Looks like something from Grandizer - like a transforming saucer animal. Very clever packaging! The Admiral(ahem, Grand Admiral)isn't going to be happy when he finds out how much it costs to insure a battle craft. The rates are astronomical. (...) (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Sometimes the windshield wipers just don't cut it when the air is thick with bots in the springtime. There's something called a "Botflector" you can attach to the hood of your car that alters the airflow so they don't stick to the windshield. (...) (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Another great mecha! I really like the feet. They have sort of an old school / new school mix type look to them. Also I dig those hands. We were trying to make some at the last Lugola meeting and nobody could figure them out. I think Dave may (...) (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I have to applaude you! An excellent website with excellent mechas, it hardly gets any better than this! I can still remmember your first three mechs when you first posted them on Brickshelf. Since then you have improved so much! Keep it up! (...) (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) A trully enjoyable mecha! The picture quality is superb as usuall. The Joker has a very "warm" look to it, like a good old killing machine. I love all the extra weapons that can be mounted on the suit. Overall, another great mecha! On a side (...) (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Mark's Lego Creations Update 5/25/02
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"Mark Sandlin" <sandlin@nwlink.com> wrote in message news:sandlin- (...) look (...) I think it looks far more like a (type II) phaser from Star Trek TNG. Or maybe a sort of dustbuster. :-) -Jon -- | The Shipyard - (URL) My Lego Creations - (URL) (...) (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) There's no way I know of to get a decent transformation and keep the Spiffcraft at its former size. By using the Bohrok joints, I was able to make it fairly poseable. (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks Eric. BTW, I just added your URL to my site today. Later, Todd (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, lugnet.technic.bionicle)
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Incredible stuff as usual Mark...worth the wait! I especially like the Vulture - ships that have a 'broken main beam' are always so interesting, and this one is definately so. It reminds me of a hunched behemoth, ready to feast on the carcases of (...) (22 years ago, 27-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Mine too. I think all you clone haters should read my WTB market post and cough up the goods you dislike SO much. For recent sets I think I can be persuaded to pay for shipping from those giving their hated MB stuff away! =) And BTW, if the (...) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Yep. Thanks! (...) Yeah, I see what you're saying. It's hard to do too, and eats up tiles and other smooth pieces like crazy. Good luck with your own studless creation. (...) Thanks! I'm glad you guys went so far as to build it. It's not the (...) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) You're right--the 3-click system is nothing at all compared to LEGO's 4-click system. It's like two different universes! (...) The only way that could be true is if the model was put together incorrectly, it was set on an uneven surface, or if (...) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Those are really cool! I like the spiffcraft-mecha alot, and the vulture too. Though is it possimble too shrink the spiffcraft? It looks BIG. Can't wait for more! John Kruer p.s. a really, really bad teaser of a moc-in-production: (URL) not (...) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Ughh...those joints suck! I remember buying one of those megablocks mecha; first of all, the darn thing wouldn't stay together; an arm kept falling off, or some leg part, etc. The joints had three positions between zero and 90 degrees; they (...) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Is that the turnpike? I've seen bots there too! You have to wonder if you play with lego too much when you see them on the freeway. I'll admit i build in my head all the time in traffic. Maybe it's time to stash some bricks in the car. . . . (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) right? Anyways, it's a nice vent design, I love it. I like the aesthetics of the "no studs" approach but you almost wouldn't know it was Lego. I guess it's a double sided sword. I'm working on a no studs model myself thanks to my haul of tiles (...) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks. :) (...) What idealism is that? That Lego shouldn't make mecha? I think they should but I don't think they could do it justice. But hey, more parts fodder wouldn't hurt; the joints on the super battle droid are pretty cool. I just wish (...) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) No, not really. I suppose it does sort of look vaguely Slave-I-ish, but that was not my intent. (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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WOW! First off, Sun, beautiful new layout! I love it! Secondly... THE NEW MODELS ROCK! Your version of the Destroid Monster is really something. You've your brown elements very effectively, and got the overall look of the mecha just right. Nice job (...) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(URL) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) This thing is sweet. Great compact design and nice evolution from the previous version on the spiffcraft. (...) I really like how you handled the cockpit area of this mecha. It's a interesting mix of shapes and pieces coming together. I (...) (22 years ago, 26-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Question. Is the Vulture, which looks more like a beetle, supposed to look like Slave I? oz "Think about it, don't think about it" ED from ED, EDD, and EDDY (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) It's about time. (...) Muffin head, you suck. Now I have to out do you (or at least try, cause it's not gonna be better than a transforming spiffcraft(!!:-0)). (...) Now this is neato. But it looks like you stole the feet of that thing off of (...) (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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M-Dogg represents! Cool stuff! I think the transforming Spiffcraft takes the cake! Swizeet! And I see the Grand Admiral's face has been updated and looks good...well uhhh, relatively speaking considering who he's modeled after ;) Great job on (...) (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks Chris. Hopefully I can make it back to LA one of these days and pay you guys a visit. (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) The DX model is only available to the Grand Admiral at this time. Perhaps you'd be interested in our luxury version of the Spiffcraft? What would you like your payments to be... we can work something out. Low interest! (...) Thanks :) (...) (...) (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Hey, Man! Good to hear from you. All of these new things are pretty cool, but I have to say, that transforming spiffcraft! WOW! I guess, in retrospect, it's exacatly what one would expect from the grand admiral, considering his love for both (...) (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Holy Guacamoli! Sir, Grand Admrial, SIR! WOW! 1. Spiffcraft DX: Very cool! Good use of the cloud car parts! It makes my base model with beaded seat covers look rather plain...I'm going to have to go for the upgrade. :) 2. Linebacker: I really (...) (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Well you guys have Joel Kuester to thank for suggesting that I should try to make a transforming Spiffcraft. :^) Those Bohrok limbs seem to work fairly well. It still isn't as compact inside as I wish it could be. If I were able to fold the (...) (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Holy walking spaceship Batman! Admiral, this is *amazing*. I still can't figure it out. :-) (...) I think this is your best mecha yet. So much detail packed into that frame. I can't get enough. I love the feet and kneeguards; the work well (...) (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) WOW! a transforming spiffcraft...*pauses.. looks again*... excellent. Amazing feat of engineering gettin all that to stuff up under the craft. No one will refuse the Grand Admiral a salute OR his box of Kryspy Kreme's again! (...) Again a (...) (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hi Everyone, I know I've been quiet for a while. I actually built some of these things a while back and just haven't posted them. Anyway, check out the following: Spiffcraft DX LM-7 Linebacker Light Mecha UD-6 Vulture VTOL Sprite-EF Escort Just (...) (22 years ago, 25-May-02, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks John, I'm always glad to hear from you. As for the hands, I first used them on "Wolf" mecha. One finger is composed of a 1x1 cylinder, 3 lever bases, and 1 lever stick. Basically, the 2 extra bases cover up the shaft of the stick. (...) (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thankya so much the praise Legomaster! BTW, I gotta say, you're photography is getting much better too. (not that it was terrible before, just a bit blurry) ;-) (...) (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) set do those little parts come from? Ive forgotten. Keep up the good work! -John (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Cool Names, Cool Mecha, Another in M-Dawg's arsenal. I'm digg'n the shapes, the effects, the flawless pictures! Uh! AND... the top to bottom, I'm look'n at the feet, Look'n really good. Must feel Beefy. Burried Pod Fins, Ahhh so nice. Yep. Gonna go (...) (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Heh, thanks... They were the first things I built. (...) Thanks again Geordan! (...) I had to use them again... just had to! :-D (...) Yeah, this mecha *only* uses four solid colours: black, dark grey, yellow, and blue. I decided for the (...) (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Awesome! that is sweet! The feet are spooky, like they could be used for kicking holes in the side of enemy spacecraft or something, cooooool You got the studless construction going as well too, awesome! :-D The likeness to the wolf is cool, but yet (...) (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Heya Chris! (...) Thanks dude! (...) LOL! Yeah, I've really have been giving enough thought to those areas lately. I've just sorta built simpler, smoother shapes. I'll take your comments into account new time I build. (...) Yeah, but even with (...) (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) My favorite part of this mecha is the use of the yellow pod fins as chest vents. It never ceases to amaze me how you come up with creative uses for different parts. I also like what you've done with the rounded bricks. I'm using these more (...) (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) LOL! Yeah, but I think in space it'd be pretty easy to do (due to zero-g). ;-) (...) Thanks. (...) Hmmm... Yeah, but I sorta like the level of articulation my mecha have. I've tried several times to add more articulation to my mecha, but the (...) (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) it takes a few minutes, just hold on, then you'll see, it's slow, but worth the wait, you will be obliterated!" I really like the big missile launcher box with the doors. Hey, you're getting complacent in your joint technology ;-) You know (...) (22 years ago, 24-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Dang that is so cool, I have always liked that design. BTW I gotta get you linked up from my Web-Site. I'm gonna do that. I have always like your site as well. Cool. Later Legomaster www.mylegomaster.com (...) (22 years ago, 23-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, lugnet.technic.bionicle)
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(...) thingy(dont know its name), and a exhaust pipe from a the highly detailed x-wing set. Oz Oh its fun to be smart, or at least to think I am, bectha I failed my semester tests. I hate Mlcad , but I will have a mecha out by next fall or in a few (...) (22 years ago, 23-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) LOL! Thanks Rob. (...) Yup. ;-D Mladen Pejic, over and out! (URL) (...) (22 years ago, 23-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) real-world sort of way though, and it works for the mecha. Nice job on the knee joints, pretty well concealed. (...) (22 years ago, 23-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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THanks Gil! ;-) (...) (22 years ago, 23-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Most of us will not care, but it'd be polite to drop the orginal builder an email asking permission. More than likely you'll get the go ahead. --Kyle (URL) (22 years ago, 23-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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is it okay to copy some parts, like legs or guns, from some other well known mecha. there isn't anylaw against that sort of thing is there? (22 years ago, 23-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Wow. Beautifully elegant design. Wow. Cheers, -G (...) (22 years ago, 23-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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New Mecha: "Joker" Aerospace/Land Warfare Mecha (URL) LDraw File: "Wolf" Long-Range Attack Mecha (URL) Pejic, over and out! (URL) (22 years ago, 23-May-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.cad.dat.models)
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