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Counting parts —Terry Keller

I was feeling a little bored, so I decided to do a quick inventory of parts. Based on what instruction manuals I have, and unopened boxes, I came up with a grand total of around 34000 pieces. (not counting a bunch of silver buckets and assorted sets (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Gary R. Istok

Terry, Are you sure! The size of your Titanic alone staggers the mind in parts counts. And then there is what I think was the funniest (and wackiest) thing I've ever seen made out of LEGO ..... namely "Linda Tripp on a Sled". Everyone at my work (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Larry Pieniazek

(...) That's Terry C. Terry Cruse. HE has a lot of parts. But Conan has more, I am convinced. We think he has around 2.3 Million elements or more in his collection. We (the GMLTC) believe it to be the largest privately held collection extant, other (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Nick Goetz

I have not heard of Conan. Is there a page I can go to. I could hardly imagine what that number of bricks looks like. Thanks. -Nick Larry Pieniazek wrote in message <37569002.9CE083A1@v...er.net>... (...) counts. (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Tom McDonald

(...) Click on the link below and go to GMLTC links. There's a pic of him there with a really cool train layout. Be sure to read Larry's narrative. (...) -Tom McD. when replying, don't count the spamcake. (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Conan —John Gerlach

(...) We're working on it!! (Yes, I know we've been saying that for the last several months....) The 'in progress' site is (URL) soon we'll get to set up and point to www.gmltc.org John1 (to distinguish myself from John2 and John3!) (of course, drop (...) (25 years ago, 4-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Conan —Bram Lambrecht

(...) the pics as jpg instead of gif. Just my .02 --Bram (25 years ago, 4-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —John Neal

Tom McDonald wrote: Conan himself is not currently on-line and has never read Lugnet or TMK RTL. He just gets his net news from us:-) The dude is all about building, and can't be bothered with 'net stuff;-) Besides, he, like Todd, is to be wedded (...) (25 years ago, 5-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Larry Pieniazek

John Neal wrote: 'Course, I (...) And the problem with that is?? (25 years ago, 6-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —John Neal

(...) Nuttin', honey. In fact, I think that is what's referred to as a blessing in disguise:-) The one show that I would like to see (ST:V) is on Wed nites, which happens to be the GMLTC's new meeting night, thanks to J1's golfing night landing on (...) (25 years ago, 6-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Richard Dee

Once upon a time, (on Sun, 6 Jun 1999 03:22:26 GMT, to be precise!), John Neal uttered the following profundities.... (...) Being a great fan of ST:V and ST:DS9, should someone help John out, please put "STAR TREK-SPOILER" in the subject! In the UK (...) (25 years ago, 6-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Gary R. Istok

(...) Deja Vu!!! I remember visiting relatives in Germany, and they wanted to know what was going on in TV shows "Dallas" and "Dynasty" (called "Denver Clan" in Germany) back in the 1980's, because they too were a year behind. Gary Istok (Now for (...) (25 years ago, 7-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland ST:V SPOILER (was Re: Counting parts —Tom McDonald

(...) spoiler space ST:V: Summary: Another Starfleet ship has been exiled to the delta quadrant by the same force/people(the name of which escapes me ATM) that sent Voyager there. That ship's crew discovered extra-dimensional aliens who were curious (...) (25 years ago, 7-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland ST:V SPOILER (was Re: Counting parts —Scott Edward Sanburn

SES ALERT: ST:V and ST:DS9 Spoilers! I thought DS9 & Voyager's seasons were great! I am mad at the DS9 Sisko merging thing with the Prophets. Otherwise, it was a great sendoff. I also didn't like everyone leaving, it was too convenient. At least the (...) (25 years ago, 8-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Tom McDonald

(...) I didn't watch the DS9 finale, but I taped it. I want to watch it tonight, and its 2 hours long. I hope I get the chance. So if someone else wants to post the results for John that'd be nice or else I plan to do it tomorrow. Include SPOILER in (...) (25 years ago, 7-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Paul Foster

(...) spoiler It was ok, but I think this whole season of DS9 has been kind of a let down, there really weren't any must watch, exciting stories IMO. (25 years ago, 7-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —John Neal

(...) Ooh, ooh, yes!! Let's talk! :-) BTW, thanks for the spoiler!! -John (...) (25 years ago, 9-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Gary R. Istok

(...) One thing to remember the Video tape format is different in the USA versus Europe. I found that out many years ago when I took a family video tape with me to my cousin in Germany. The tape went into their VCR OK, but it played garbage. From (...) (25 years ago, 10-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Tom McDonald

(...) and (...) post the (...) frontier. (...) Europe. I (...) cousin in (...) format (...) That's very true. NTSC format vs PAL. Different resolutions and such. But actually to do it professionally, if I'm understanding these things correctly, you (...) (25 years ago, 10-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Selçuk Göre

(...) Europe. I (...) cousin in (...) what I (...) one format (...) You are right, the difference is NTSC (US) and PAL (Europe) systems. But already all the TVs and VCRs made today has multi system capability?..At least here it is, maybe since (...) (25 years ago, 11-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Terry Keller

(...) Here (U.S.), you can get TV's and VCR's with multiple capabilities like NTSC, PAL, SECAM, etc. But those are special products that cost extra. Most sets just have the standard NTSC. -- Terry K -- (25 years ago, 11-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Vast wasteland (was Re: Counting parts —Todd Lehman

(...) Terry/etc. Please take this discussion to one of the .off-topic groups. Thanks, --Todd (25 years ago, 11-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Richard Dee

Once upon a time, (on Sat, 5 Jun 1999 18:14:58 GMT, to be precise!), John Neal uttered the following profundities.... (...) I spend only a short time on the net, except at weekends, due to cost, but spend a lot of time reading newsgroups. I, too, (...) (25 years ago, 6-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Fredrik Glöckner

(...) But when you're using the PC, at least you're doing something constructive, as opposed to just sitting passively in front of the TV. So I'd say it's better to be chained in front of the PC than the TV. Personally, I hardly ever watch the TV, (...) (25 years ago, 6-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Gary R. Istok

OK, I knew this would happen when Acronyms use crosses over to different LUGNET groups, but what is the "M" in GMLTC (Greater ........ Lego Train Club)? And yes, as Nick asked, who is Conan? His name doesn't ring a bell. Gary Istok (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Julie Krenz

M= Midwest Julie (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Gary R. Istok

Yep, I'm getting Terry K. mixed up with Terry C. Ooops, sorry. Nevermind. Gary Istok (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Terry Keller

(...) :-) easy mistake. Terry C's Titanic is a great model alright. What was it? 18000 parts or so? 2.3 million? ACK! I have a hard time keeping my measly collection sorted. Hell, I have a lot of unopened boxes just because I have nowhere to put the (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Gary R. Istok

(...) That would be Norman Mailer, the author, who built a tall building of over 1 million bricks in his New York City penthouse. Gary Istok (25 years ago, 4-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Terry Keller

(...) Thanks. I just couldn't think of his name. -- Terry K -- (25 years ago, 6-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Scott Edward Sanburn

To All, I was surprised myself, I started using Excel at the office, and my count from sets is 85,272. I also assimilated numerous collections from friends, family, etc., so I am guessing I am around 100,000 parts. I thought it was around 200,000, (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Richard Dee

On Thu, 3 Jun 1999 14:53:49 GMT, Scott Edward Sanburn uttered the following profundities... (...) I use an Excel spreadsheet, too, with the purpose of keeping track of how much I spend, as well. I put in sets, polybags, bulk orders (e.g. Auczilla), (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Scott Edward Sanburn

Ah, that is interesting using the price per part. I might have to incorporate that one now. I have not thought about counting the extraneous parts yet, however. Hmmm.... I wonder if it is too late :) My set count is 452. Scott Sanburn (...) (25 years ago, 4-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Larry Pieniazek

(...) I'd be interested in Gary's guess of his. My very rough guess of mine is .3-.4M pieces. That's based on volumetrics, and cost, although some of my acquisitions drive my per piece cost up (500 dollar airport shuttles at 75 cents a piece and so (...) (25 years ago, 4-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Scott Edward Sanburn

I'll get to you one of these days, Larry! I don't know if I will ever reach near Gary Istok though.. :) Scott Sanburn (...) (25 years ago, 4-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Gary R. Istok

(...) Well, since you asked, I estimate about 1/2 million pieces, with about 100,000 that are from before 1980. Gary Istok (25 years ago, 4-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Jeremy H. Sproat

I liked Counting Parts' first two albums, but the one that had that @#&!@# single they played on every radio station really grated on my nerves. I kind of feel like they have given up their lyrical integrity in exchange for money (i.e. SOLD OUT!!!) (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Jeremy H. Sproat

(...) Ooh! Ooh! Bruce Brickstein! I know he's pretty retro, but he's still a decent crooner at heart. Cheers, - jsproat (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —John Neal

My favorite group just broke onto the scene so you may not have heard of them-- The Single Studs. A couple of their songs include "Hit the roadplate, Jack" and "Born to be Tiled" And best of all, they play BRICs [1] exclusively. [1] That is (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Tom McDonald

(...) I'll have to try and find what they look like. Never heard of them. That's what happens after college, marriage and kids: you lose touch with lots of new music, unless of course it's Disney music. Hakuna matata, there pal.. (...) "Baby, I was (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Terry Keller

(...) I think you should try to book Brick Floyd. I love the dark melody of "Just another brick in the wall". -- Terry K -- (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Jeremy H. Sproat

(...) That'd be cool, but tickets would probably be a bit high -- around three or four gold coins each, maybe even a green dollar tile plus change. I'd pay money to see the Bricknaked Ladies, though. They opened up for the Plateful Dead a while (...) (25 years ago, 3-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Tom McDonald

(...) "Just (...) That probably could be arranged. Should I use a Dr Cyber head for Roger Waters? ;-) (...) Can't comment on that. I'll bet you spend your money on RPG's and Lego too. :) (...) Plateful Dead? Dang. Who thought those Majisto beards (...) (25 years ago, 4-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Kevin Bane

Tom McDonald <radiotitan@spamcake.yahoo.com> wrote in message news:FCtAtD.4CL@lugnet.com... (...) rock (...) To keep the teeny-boppers happy, you might wanna think about New Figs on the Baseplate.... I kinda like the smooth sound of Brick Collins. (...) (25 years ago, 5-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Tom McDonald

(...) I'll need more Anakin heads for that. :) (...) If I never hear another Collins song, it'll be okay with me. He was so overplayed a few years back. I'll only listen to him with Genesis now, and then I'd rather listen to Genesis tracks with (...) (25 years ago, 9-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Eric Joslin

(...) then (...) Then don't go see Disney's _Tarzan_, whatever you do. He wrote all the songs. eric (25 years ago, 10-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Tom McDonald

(...) Thanks man. I saw the tale-end of an interview with him the other day and I wondered what it was about. Now I know :( Actually I don't care if he wrote them. I just don't want to hear him sing anymore. But that's a good enough reason to stay (...) (25 years ago, 10-Jun-99, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)

Re: Counting parts —Nico Hoogerbrug

Hi all, Terry K wrote, (...) Theres even an easier way, every kilo of unsorted LEGO bricks, contains 1000 pieces. Youll have to through everything in an box or but every box apart and make an total. An box of coins or flowers will set the counter (...) (25 years ago, 11-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)

Re: Counting parts —Terry Keller

(...) Easier? All my pieces are sorted by type, so throwing everything in a box to weigh it would *not* make things easier. :-) -- Terry K -- (25 years ago, 11-Jun-99, to lugnet.general)