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(...) I would recommend Gla Gla's Armature instructions - the armature is extremely easy to build, and is has (more or less) gundam proportions. Also check out Eric Sophie's "little bot" instructions. They have some interesting joint tech ideas and (...) (21 years ago, 21-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) This really is quite nice! You should be proud of such an accomplishment - not many mecha builders attempt a model on such a large scale, much less do so as skillfully as you have. Congratulations on completing such a wonderful model! (...) (21 years ago, 21-Jun-03, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Seriously...SO PERFECT!!! I'd love to be able to create that... But i don't think i have the parts. (looks like a whole lot of Technic went into that) I wonder if you could create a dragon that beautiful at half the size. Would the (...) (21 years ago, 21-Jun-03, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) I suppose, though I really don't like to think of myself that way too much. A lot of what I do isn't as LEGO-centric as a lot of the other work on Lugnet. Story writing is a lot different than devoting your time only to building. (...) Thanks (...) (21 years ago, 21-Jun-03, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Wondering where all the pics went? They're here, with all new poses and inner working pictures. (URL) PLMKWYT! --Anthony (URL) (21 years ago, 21-Jun-03, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Hi Anthony, (...) That'd be an excellent soundtrack to accompany the MOC your showcasting here. (...) You did indeed. However you may not have noticed you've grown to be a giant of sorts yourself. This creation is a vast improvement from an already (...) (21 years ago, 20-Jun-03, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Nah, not me. I hate having my picture taken. I have taken more pictures of the draogn though, with a minifig in the shot to show scale. That's the best that I can do on that front. He is big, though. Somewhere over 150 studs long. (...) (...) (21 years ago, 20-Jun-03, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Not too much gushing yet. I guess he's just not as impressive as I thought without some proof of him not being just a statue. But it really doesn't matter, I didn't rebuild him for the glory, I did it to prove to myself that I could make (...) (21 years ago, 20-Jun-03, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Including the lugnet.inst group here. Jake --- Jake McKee Community Development Manager LEGO Direct (21 years ago, 20-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.inst, FTX)
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Hi all, Does anyone have any instructions for some Gundam-like mecha? I don't want to copy the mecha designs and such but I do need some instructions for certain areas such as the ball shoulders on David Thomas's (URL) mecha> and some high heel (...) (21 years ago, 20-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Woah. You really need a pic of you next to that monster. I kind of get the scale, but I need to see a human body next to it to really get the scale. I suspect this thing is really, really big. Woah. So how much mobility do you get out of it? Can he (...) (21 years ago, 20-Jun-03, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) You flatter me. But thanks. Your stuff has been a big inspiration for me. (...) I figure if I can emulate the range of motion on a human body as close as possible, I have the best chance of getting it to stand up, not to mention get all the (...) (21 years ago, 20-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Hehe. I remember that one. Actually the 'eyes' are the trans red 1x1 rounds on the sides. The cone in the mouth are cannons with flame throwers just above them (the flame's so hot it's blue) (...) I like little features like this. Adrian's (...) (21 years ago, 20-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Very, very cool. I thought this was one of the best things I've seen on Brickshelf in a long time. Lots of smooth, cool shapes, and super articulation-- simply fantastic! And you can't go wrong with red and black! Lots of hidden details, great (...) (21 years ago, 20-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) -snip- Anthony! WOW! To save from the gushing you are sure to recieve from this project, let me say that I'm super happy now that I'm going to Brickfest this year! I'll get to see this badboy in person! Only criticism: his neck seems a bit (...) (21 years ago, 19-Jun-03, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Thus Spake Zarathrustra! Formeathan - The Stormbringer ===...=== For the past two months, I have been working on a project of great importance to me. I don't expect the castlers to be too excited about it, but I think the Mech heads will like it. So (...) (21 years ago, 19-Jun-03, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.org.us.texlug, FTX) !!
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Pretty darn cool m'man. I thought the head really reminded me of a scene from Beattlegluse. Long skinny head with lots of teeth and the eyes on the inside. Looks like you got some good mobility out of it. The missle bays are well hidden, It didn't (...) (21 years ago, 19-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Love that Gla Gla action. Is it me, or does the bike look cooler in the motorcycle mode? Also, It doesn't look like much holds the exoskeleton together while transforming. More of a dissasembly process? Anyone got insights? Tell you what, makes me (...) (21 years ago, 19-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) *wiping away tears* gimme' a minute here people *sniff*...i think i just saw god...my world will never be the same again. gla gla is king of kings. amen. ~B-) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Heh, Gla Gla's been rewatching Bubblegum Crisis too... Thanks for the heads up! Take care, Soren (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Well. I've got this animated gif to show some details of the Animatrix mecha. The gif isn't very good processed, but I think it will inspire all of you. (URL) AniMatrix Mecha>> (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.general, FTX)
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(...) Ofcourse you can! It wouldn't surprise me that you'll make one that looks awsome and makes my GT look dumb. It would ofcourse be the best revenge after my teasing.;) Nice to hear though that you really like the technic car and hopefully many (...) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) So did mine :D This Gla Gla is amazing! I saw previous creations of his hands and they all look very nice when I see the first picture. But that's not all. There is always something special and unexpected in his designs and that just makes (...) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Absolutely cool. I visit that site regularly so when I saw that entry my first thought was "GLA GLA strikes again!" Later. (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I know dude, it was krazy cool once i saw the bike and mecha combine. :) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) You must be referring too ProdiGal Son, and the above lyrics wont fit that song. I'm no master of Iron Maiden since I mostly just listen to the music and have no clue what the songs are named or what they actually sing... Or are your lines (...) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Ah, no way! That's ridiculously cool! Upon seeing the first pic I was like "Hey, that's neat." Then I looked down the page. Besides being a funky slim mecha and a neen, sleek cycle, they combine! Oh, the craziness of his building! -ªþ§ (...) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(URL) jaw just hit the floor. (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Just a quick update to note that I've added a spoiler, headlights and front bumper to this and put new pictures up on brickshelf, along with an efficiently streaming (read: blurry and lo-res) video of it transforming. thanks, and aplogies for (...) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) It was a bit of fun getting it into that pose :) (...) Especially if you can get them to do it in a cool pose :) I find that I can't bring myself to compromise on the range of motion in the joints, which unfortunately means that they also are (...) (21 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Well, since my MOC is dumb and your is Kool, ok. Now if I can just get myself to build a Technic Car that is as Kool as yours! e (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Oh oh This doesn't sound any good! If nobody wants to help me I shall surrender.. I apologize Mister Sophie. I didn't know you can be so touchy. Is there any way I can restore my error?? Please let me know, because I definately don't want to (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks Anne! Another challenge is indeed to create some models that look nicer than the original. A hard challenge that only succeeds sometimes. So it may look nicer but the construction isn't as good as the bot on the cover I suppose: the (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Buuuhwaaaahhaaaahaaaa! I will send my Sorting minions to complete my master alt MOC. To quote the ever lovin "K" "I am building a 1x1 Mecha and I am half way done. Turn your monitor brightness down, because the Mecha Smack Down will begin! Who (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hi Nathanael, Nice job. Defintely much better than what's on the cover the box. I really like the body design, as it looks really solid. I can't wait to see what you do without your own self-imposed limitations :) -Anne (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Oh no!! What have I done?! First of all I'll have to squint my eyes for your next photos and when I see almost nothing because of the brightness I'm sure you're going to do Ding Dong Dow afterwards with your army of mechas. And Dave is going (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I'll get you Nate! Being that I had the wrong Light settings! Your gonna have to squint your eyes at the brightness of my next photos! Where's my buddy Dave? Dave! Nate is teasing my Lame pictures! Heat Sinks at full disapation! Your Lucky I (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) (snip) (...) Hey kool idea!! I just love to see more creations of this designer set!! b.t.w. e I don't think your bot is lame..., just your pictures are! :P Nat (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Oh man! That's too perfect! I gotta bring this to a friend of mine. He'll put it to the proper music and then play it on stage at a club. "....and Jama's got the biggest Webble Wobble Sensor of them all!..." ".....and my Webble Wobble Sensor (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Mate! This is too cool. I loved the "Prawn" and I was quite jealous! Now you intergrated your ideas and came up with this and its really neat. I like this picture alot: (URL) Overall its got merit. As with all Mecha, part of the challange is (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Oh, wow! It's even more complex and cool then I could ever imagine! Here's a new lyric for you to sing on Eric, I made some small adjustments on a AC-DC song: "it got style that robot Makes me smile that robot it got splay that robot Funk that robot (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Well, I've finally finished and photographed the mecha foreshadowed by (URL) this image.> The legs got longer, the arms rebuilt from scratch, and the first head I made was ditched in favour of the current one (the original took a minifig, so I added (...) (21 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.loc.au, FTX)
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(...) Hey! good effort, BETTER THAN MINE!!! Mine was lame, yours is kool! I'll get you Nate! Mine - Dumb Yours - Kool Mine - Silly Yours - Kool I smell a contest brewing. Anybody interested? These sets are a good buy for $20. Theres a chance you can (...) (21 years ago, 16-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hi all, Very challenging to create a MOC with limited bricks. I really like to do that. So I picked up box 4099 of the designer sets and created my own Robobot. See for yourself what the result is. (URL) you like it. Nathanael Kuipers (21 years ago, 16-Jun-03, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.build.mecha)
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After building the first one, I couldn't resist making one using the Bohrok frame, since I already knew it was possible. I borrowed the basic concept from Paul Coombs' Gremlin, but the construction is completely original, though it borrows a bit (...) (21 years ago, 16-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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Hi all, This MOC started as an attempt to make a car using the Nuhvok canopy. I realised early on that I was just surrounding the canopy with regular bricks when there were plenty of other interesting parts from the Nuhvok lying around too. So I (...) (21 years ago, 16-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.loc.au, FTX)
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Just posted a new article on Et In Arcadia Lego about SNOT construction, entitled (URL) Picking Your SNOT> Take a look and LMKWYT! -paul (2 URLs) Paul Hartzog (URL) Et In Arcadia Lego> (custom sig image courtesy of CGidd) (21 years ago, 15-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.announce, lugnet.build, lugnet.general, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX) !!
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(...) Little, but, by the looks of him, powerful! I love the elegance (?!) displayed in the building in this tyke-- you make it look so easy! stuart (21 years ago, 15-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) IMHO, absolutely nothing. Well, that's not entirely true. I still have to pay for them, and a lot of the pieces I love to use are not currently in production. In particular, I'd love a steady stream of black Toa legs, colored Toa heads, and (...) (21 years ago, 14-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) What's wrong with Bionicle? Those sets have some essential parts. (...) Indeed. <thumbs up> Allister (21 years ago, 14-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) Architectural? I'm trying to get back into that myself. (...) Very cool little moc; solid heavy-duty looking design, with flair. Cool. Jeff (21 years ago, 14-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) I don't believe so. The Animatrix mecha seemed like they were much smaller (about 10' tall at most), and the Reloaded mecha had long bars attached to the arms that looked like cannons of some sort, but in 2R.2 they had fat little gatling gun (...) (21 years ago, 14-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.general, FTX)
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(...) Because it's equally as Bionicle-ish. There's not a lot of love here for that theme, though I aim to change that. How? By doing stuff like this. :) (...) Can't help you there, unless you send me a Space Police lock up. Anways, I've done a (...) (21 years ago, 14-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) Heh. I figured there'd be a few people who fell in this category. The truth is, I believe it's possible to do just about anything with Bionicle. I've made a 24" oriental dragon, a dragonfly with an 18" wingspan, a purple gorilla, an Alien (...) (21 years ago, 14-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Um, firstly, all of the Bionicle characters are measured in "Bio", which looks to be a direct conversion to the metric system. If it is, the actual Toa should be about the same size as standard minifigs,. If it's not, then, well, the Toa have (...) (21 years ago, 14-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Yup. I only ever got the Invader, the Battrax, and whichever Space minifig set included a B1 minifig (fortunately for me, it included two black visors, since I'd crushed the one from my Invader by stepping on it *sniff*), so I was a bit peeved (...) (21 years ago, 14-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) How could anyone hate something so BT-ish? Seriously, wonderful job of smooshing the two unlikely themes together. It's a pretty frightening visage, actually. Love to see one of them smashing thru a Space Police lock up. Cheers, -G (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Sorry to hear that, Chris.... :<( (...) Wow.... This little dude ROCKS!! Small enough (and simple enough) to be easy to build, but very cool...I tell you, I am gonna try to buil one of these... It looks like a cross between a Zeon Zaku and (...) (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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-snip- (...) -snip- Hey Chris, sorry to hear about the job loss. that really sucks. on a positive note, this moc is BEAUTIFUL! Simple and elegant use of pieces and snot to get an almost studless exterior! When I think of hardsuit, this is what comes (...) (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Mmmmmm, chunky and tough. Just the way a mecha should be. -Grand Admiral and Keeper of Fleebnorks (URL) (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I might be able to find some contract work, but only if you're willing to relocate. (...) Pretty cool. I always love hardsuits like this, The joint tech is always hard to compact into a good form. You done well. (...) -Duane (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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Hey all, Just dropping in quick. A few weeks ago I became a casualty of the suffering economy and lost my job like many others here. Anyody need a CAD drafter? No, seriously. Email me. So anyways, in my cleaning/packing phase here at the apartment, (...) (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) Eww, I feel dirty! I must begrudgingly say... good job! -Tony "(URL) Hafhead>" Hafner (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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i don't know if you've seen the "animatrix" DvD, but i'm thinking that perhaps the mechs you see in the film "Reloaded" are stripped down versions of the mechs you see in the "Second Renaissance: Part II" on the "animatrix" DvD. it looks like the (...) (21 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.general, FTX)
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(...) whoohoo! now blacktron can open up a can o' whupass on them bionicleeeeeeees -paul (URL) Et In Arcadia Lego> (URL) (custom sig image courtesy of CGidd) (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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I have written and completed upload and page layout for Jama's Technical Read out. The page contains detailed information about the robot's functionality. 15 short sections describe my thoughts as well as insight in to the robot's design. Enjoy! (...) (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics) !
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(...) Nah, this thing is terrific! Sixteen years been it has...dang. Great form you have here and I like the details, from the stabilizing thrusters to the ejectable pack. Funny intro too. I could not tell what the "windshield" was in the thumbnail; (...) (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Great stuff. Neat! (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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Some of you might hate me for this, but... (URL) (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX) !
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(...) yeah, they were open air cockpits; after all the credits, there's a trailer for Revolutions, and i seem to remember a quick clip of several mechas shooting or fighting something (offscreen), but i think those were open-air too. anyways, the (...) (21 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.general, FTX)
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(...) Jeff, Hehe...the spaced text didn't work for the "Brief" post on the .page. No problem since anyone who has not seen Reloaded should go and do so NOW! Okay, to answer your question: When I saw those mechs, building them in LEGO bricks was the (...) (21 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.general, FTX)
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question contains SPOILERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . anybody seen this movie & in particular the Zion door closing mechas?--they rock. I'd eventually like to build 'em or something similar in Lego, maybe technic scale. Jeff (21 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: GardenSLUG Successful at the Greenhouse
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(...) The mech bay that I've done is good enough for smaller mechs and it complies with the MB standards. But you'll need to build a super module to be able to make a believable module that can house the bigger mechs. Are you planning to build one (...) (21 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Hi AC! Well, I liked your Mech Bay just fine, and acutually I appologize for the lack of feedback. What I am really going for is Mech Bays that incorporate the Moonbase Module Standards. This way they all can be connected and interconnected (...) (21 years ago, 11-Jun-03, to lugnet.org.us.gardenslug, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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The latest ToyboxDX rumble have news about Bandai co-operating with Mega Bloks (URL) They only have one image: (URL) Here are some press releases I found though Google news: (2 URLs) They can seriously challenge LEGO's market share in Asia since (...) (21 years ago, 11-Jun-03, to lugnet.off-topic.clone-brands, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: New battlemech: Cougar
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(...) joint hips on your latest mechs work very well, it gives them a 'realistic' movement area, as well as staying true to the looks of the art. Perhaps you could take a pic of the joint for me to look over? I THINK I know what you mean, but if I (...) (21 years ago, 10-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: GardenSLUG Successful at the Greenhouse
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(...) absolutely beautiful. I felt at home. The Green House manager was also very kind and she seemed genuienly glad we (GardenSLUG) was there at the event. We have standing offers to display and hold meetings at the Green House in the future. I say (...) (21 years ago, 9-Jun-03, to lugnet.org.us.gardenslug, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | New battlemech: Cougar
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Me again! After being reinspired by Pawel charznecki's artwork, i decided to build a battletech mech that i have wanted to build for awhile.That mech is obviously the cougar :) The design is a refreshing change in pace from my recent humanoid-mecha (...) (21 years ago, 9-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | bot head & gun
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i was just fiddlin' around and discovered how to make a small (3 piece) bot head: (URL) and a small (3 piece)rotating gun using a hammer piece: (URL) my gallery (post mod): (URL) Jeff (21 years ago, 8-Jun-03, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Blue Dragon
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I can't seem to stop building dragons for some reason. Anyway, here's my latest, a blue dragon. He is by far the most articulate dragon so far: * head moves up & down * mouth opens & closes * shoulders move up & down, left & right * arms bend at the (...) (21 years ago, 7-Jun-03, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.castle) !!
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| | Re: Fuchi Fuchi!
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(...) Oohh, thanks! (...) Yep. I've been looking into other uses for it. Makes great railings. (...) Actually, it was modeled after the "Fuchi Tantrum" scene in the manga. Take care, Soren (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Fuchi Fuchi!
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(...) (Blush again) Thanks! It's horribly inaccurate, but I'm glad you like it. (...) Yep, I've got a breakdown pic too. Instructions... umm, someday ;) Take care, Soren (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Fuchi Fuchi!
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Hee hee thanks GAMH. Take care, Soren (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Fuchi Fuchi!
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(...) Thanks! Now I just gotta build one with the full range of mobility... (...) Thank Mladen. It was his idea. (...) (Blush) (...) Take care, Soren (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: New mecha: Hoplite
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Frank, this is neat. I like the head and I encourage you to continue building. Always good to see stuff from you. Keep up the good work. e (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Hasbro goes to the bricks!
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(...) An excellent point. Looking at the MegaBloks military sets is just unpleasant. Not that they are necessarily bad in their own way, but the specialized pieces, particularily the ordinance/hardware look like non-construction parts tacked on. For (...) (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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| | Re: Hasbro goes to the bricks!
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Oh, and another thing... (URL) Since when did Wheeljack become a Decepticon?> I've obviously been out of the loop. (URL) (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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| | Re: Hasbro goes to the bricks!
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(...) One thing I really enjoy about LEGO maintaining "non-violent" production is military MOC creativity. With the introduction of "violent" sets, many are tempted to use "short-cut parts" for weapons. This part, for instance: (URL) I see a lot of (...) (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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| | Re: Hasbro goes to the bricks!
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Just an update...found this link: (...) (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military)
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| | Re: Heavy duty mecha (or other) joint
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(...) I can honestly say, I've never heard this phrase uttered before.....in any context. :D (URL) (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Hate to be blunt, but it won't happen. The closest thing LEGO got to a violent "realistic" line was Wild West, and it was cut short after two years. Gundam? Please LEGO, no! No more licenses! Just my 2 bricks, (URL) (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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| | Re: Hasbro goes to the bricks!
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(...) Hmmmmmm...this may not be a bad thing. It might finally be the kick in the butt necessary to get Lego to wake up and release more modern sets, and get past their anti-violence fears. At some point they simply have to go ahead and do it.. (...) (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military)
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| | Re: Heavy duty mecha (or other) joint
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(...) Probably some technic beams & pins could hold the arches together nicely & give it more strength (URL) Jeff (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Little Mech
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Hi, This is a small mech I made some months ago and only now got the chance to photograph (new digicam - woohoo!). It's heinously unstable, and won't balance in many poses, but it's got all the important articualtion points. (URL) Brickshelf Folder> (...) (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.loc.au, FTX)
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| | Re: Awesome mech images
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(...) Done! And a link to your creations as well for submitting that fine site. My personal favorite: (URL) That is one lovely design! -Dave (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Heavy duty mecha (or other) joint
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(...) Yep, but to get the joint strength, you'll need to re-inforce the sides of the cylinder brick. Solution: switch to an r2-d2 body instead like so: (2 URLs) This way, not only do you have your joint, but you have SNOT wherever you need it. It's (...) (21 years ago, 6-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Awesome mech images
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I woul just like to ask to have a link put up in the inspirational site link for .mecha. It has seemed to rekindle my love affair for mechs (not mechas :) ) These were done by the amateur artist Pawel Czarmecki and i believe them to be IMHO the (...) (21 years ago, 5-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Heavy duty mecha (or other) joint
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(...) Jeff, that's pretty cool. I wonder what would happen if you put a 2x2 cylinder brick: [LDrawPart 3941:15] inside of a couple 1x4x1 arches: [LDrawPart 3659:15:2] Is that possible with some SNOT to hold the arches together? --Todd (21 years ago, 5-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Re: Hasbro goes to the bricks!
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(...) BOOO...OOO! BOOO...OOO! BOOO...OOO! Death to Hasbro, now they are trying clone TLC! *mutters under breath* We can't trust any of them - there is only ONE construction toy, and that is LEGO! (URL) (21 years ago, 5-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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| | Hasbro goes to the bricks!
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Looks like Hasbro is going to be entering the construction brick market with their GI Joe and Transformers line. Old hat, man. ;p Cheers, -G ****** Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS) announced today that it will enter the block construction category, (...) (21 years ago, 5-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build.military)
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