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Ultimately, many things will determine if the software is successful, depending on your point of view. Personally, my take on that was that you would have a wide range of parts to select from, and when you were done, your parts list would be (...) (22 years ago, 22-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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I was having this problem...I re-registered and the problem went away (although now I have two logins). My guess is there are some accounts in the system that are corrupted or missing certain data and therefore trigger the resulting error (probably (...) (22 years ago, 22-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) All right! I got a chance to see this set on Brickset, and I was wondering when It would become available. However, I'm a bit disappointed in the fact that the Red Baron set isn't sold in stores... I *really* enjoy the design though, just like (...) (22 years ago, 21-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) I doubt this is it- but on Lego's games part, (URL) has 'KIDS ONLY Like games? Take the survey!' as one of the buttons. It directs you to the general opinion part, in which games are a categorie. I wonder why kids only? I doubt this is (...) (22 years ago, 21-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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"John Barnes" <barnes@sensors.com> wrote in message news:GuwALr.AG5@lugnet.com... (...) today. (...) for (...) available :) I don't think so. 1. the software isn't available anyway - so who knows. 2. it must be much, much more difficult for Lego to (...) (22 years ago, 21-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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<<snip>> (...) It's been done (the Mosaic thingie) by Henry Lim on his Catwomen, he used no less then 35 mosaics! See the result here: (URL) (22 years ago, 21-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Yeah... Couldn't you theoreticly use that with the lego mosaic? Just take a picture of a grey wall or something like that and send it in... Coarse, you would get plates. As for this mythical software: Hmmmm... I wish we had more info then this (...) (22 years ago, 21-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) I get that alot from developers... 4 Q too! (22 years ago, 21-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Perhaps this means that a larger variety of parts are, in fact, available :) I wonder - a model of a monolith made entirely of 2x6 yellow bricks. You want bulk bricks - just draw a big picture of them. I could live with that ;) JB (22 years ago, 21-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) I swear.. the day LD acknowledges and uses .dat as the official means of selling custom sets, I'll drive to NY and kiss Brad on the mouth. Unfortunately, er.. maybe fortunately? I'm expecting LD's very own bloated format inside a glitzy-slick (...) (22 years ago, 21-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Jake, The website doesn't mention any demensions (I ordered it anyway!). Do you have these or will they be available soon? Thanks, Robert Powell SCLTC (22 years ago, 20-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) No offense, but that's not particularly helpful. You get 100% of your desires by simply not using a broken feature. Those of us that like it have been hosed -- and worse, taunted by it on every visit -- for months and months now (a year??). (...) (22 years ago, 20-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) This is my frustration as well, big time. I have very little, if any, interest in this stuff....but someone does. (...) Let alone 'overs'. When they need 100k of bricks they surely don't run only 100k of bricks. All the production facitilies (...) (22 years ago, 20-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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"Ben Roller" <lugnews@rollerfamily.net> wrote in message news:Gutr9H.MDD@lugnet.com... (...) download the (...) in (...) this (...) orders (...) Sorry, but I can't help thinking that this software would be a huge disappointment if they released it (...) (22 years ago, 20-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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"jonathan lopes" <cityboy4k@aol.com> wrote in message news:GutpC1.HyK@lugnet.com... (...) one (...) sand (...) They don't need an 'opportunity'. There are loads of great bricks in current sets that must be manufactured by the g'zillion. Why oh why (...) (22 years ago, 20-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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I was beginning to think I had dreamed that post up....with no follow-ups from Lego concerning to status of the Build-Your-Own-MOC. It would indeed be a good idea for them to release the software ahead of time, though, so we all have plenty of time (...) (22 years ago, 20-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) I have to strongly agree with this... 1X3 and 1X1 would be a tremendous addition to the bulk section!! What was the reason for discontinuing the tubs??? The reason Brad (Justice) gave were that they were for retailers to attract (...) (22 years ago, 20-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Windows, doors, and roof bricks. Oh my! :-) Seriously, I have said it before I'll say it again, what we need is larger plates. A 6x8 and/or 4x10 is a good size that is still small enough to be highly versatile. At this point I do not even care (...) (22 years ago, 20-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) i think Lego should give credit where credit is due & endorse Lcad as the soft ware & build off that (with Mlcad maybe), in honor of Mr. James Jessiman jeff szklennik (22 years ago, 20-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Andrew Lipson wrote in message ... (...) Please! Even 1x1's would be acceptable (since they are no longer in the tubs and buckets at all except with eyes on them!). You can't build decent buildings without at least SOME odd-numbered bricks. White (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Personally, I LIKE not having it set the country, so I've never even tried it. Sometimes I order from S@H Europe, and if I set to the US, I wouldn't be able to easily anymore. Of course, I only make an order online every couple of months or so. (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Check Bricklink. I, and I'm sure many other people, have brand new 2x4 blue bricks set at prices BELOW LD's bulk prices. In fact, many people, including myself, sell them for almost HALF of LD's prices. I still have 700 in my shop. Since this isn't (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Looks like you're using Mozilla/Netscape? Try using MSIE 5 or better-- could be your version doesn't quite work with thier secure server (after the password screen is apparently https). Or I suppose it could be your OS/browser combo NT doesn't (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.dear-lego)
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Dear Lego.. i go to "my opinions" i enter my name and password i get: " There is nothing wrong with your computer screen. Unfortunately you have encountered an error on our website. We ask you to go back to the home." WHAT IS WRONG? Is it my (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.dear-lego)
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In lugnet.lego.direct, Ben Roller writes: ... (...) ... I have one Samsonite-era set from the early 70's: (URL) includes a single sheet showing models that _can't_ build with this set. I was amused. (In the set's defense, the back of the box shows (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) I'm still getting mixed results. It will retain the country setting only until I actually log in (which one has to do to order), then it is gone again. It also still does not maintain the log on like it did once upon a time. So, convenient (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) I dunno. Note the smileys... :-) Maybe it's the routing they will go in future. I do NOT want to speculate further as I don't want to jiggle Kevin's elbow more than I just did. (...) Funny, I was thinking of saying the same thing about YOUR (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) I noticed that, but was being hopeful. :) Also I was ignoring the fact that they could just put up one set of instructions and say "hey, this one was developed since 1955." (...) So, is that what Lego meant? Does Brickshelf even have (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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I stopped into the shop just now and bypassed the sign-in screen. What a relief-- thanks, to whoever fixed this! I don't visit more often than a couple times a month, but on dial-up every little bit helps. Kevin (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Um, the quote is: "Within a year building instructions for LEGO sets developed since 1955 will be accessible online." I see no "every" in there. :-) Here's the link for you: www.brickshelf.com :-) :-) (but ya, I want my custom set design tool (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Hi Here in Sweden it is already available. I just order mine. Mattias (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Ok, so it's 2002. We're ready, so go ahead any time and let us download the software you mentioned here: (URL) get started working on our creations so that there's no lag time in orders when you announce the service. Even if you don't plan to start (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct) !!
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(...) Yeah, this stuff is long overdue. I guess no 'opportunity' (like the sand red) has arisen at the manufacturing plant(s). I was pleased with the center stud tiles last year, but really expected them to release more items with them. (I think the (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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!!! 1x3's !!! (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Here here! Good ole 2x4 bricks in blue would be nice! And what about 2x6 bricks - none! Of course, I need yellow but I'd take pink or teal if I had to! JB (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Come on guys. It will be two years soon And STILL no real increase in the diversity of bulk bricks. OK, we have had a couple of new shades of standard bricks (that no one really asked for) But the stuff people keep repeatedly asking for never gets (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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The subject tells all. I ask this in light of 10018 and 19 being sent to stores. (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.starwars)
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(...) The UCS sets are a rotten example. Whoever designed the UCS Tie and X-Wing boxes should be strangled, hanged, and SHOT. Those are the flimsiest, most useless boxes I've seen out of Lego. They are double the size they need to be (and at half (...) (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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All, Just a quick note to share yet more good news! As of today, the 10024 Red Baron set has arrived and Shop At Home is taking pre-orders! Check it out now: (URL) like it will start shipping 15 May! Play Well! Jake --- Senior Producer LEGO Direct (22 years ago, 19-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.lego.announce) !
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(...) USC? I don't think I'm up on my acronyms. It's not the cardboard itself that I mind, but the fact that the box can't be re-closed to contain the pieces inside. (...) Well, LEGO started it with the whole "Use this box for storage" deal on the (...) (22 years ago, 18-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Oh thank you a lot. I am very sorry because of I have not the vocabulary to say what I feel; happy, in one word. Probably, my first set will be Sopwith Camel, wonderful sculpture. My wallet and my girlfriend are not as happy as I am :-D One (...) (22 years ago, 18-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) My guess is that LD was waiting to see how well the first one did before committing to doing any more. I'm sure there is a large lead-time for new sets like this, and since it was kept secret until its release, we have no way of knowing how (...) (22 years ago, 17-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.general)
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(...) Since everybody else has, I'll give my opinion: I think this is great. We now have a chance to get great sets with highly inflated prices currently. I do not care if the castle or space helmet is slightly different; I do not think it matters. (...) (22 years ago, 17-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) and thanks for that. Sorry if I used your post as a periodic reminder to folks that not everyone is E1L and to keep it in mind.... (...) Roger that! Got any marshmallows for the campfire? (...) :-) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.general)
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(...) Thanks for elaborating on that! I too knew that English was his 2nd Language and therefore I endeavored to point out that the discrepancy may exist in translation. (...) I tried too… I hope I didn’t come across as impolite. I like Ben and (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.general)
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In lugnet.lego.direct, Lou Zucaro writes: <snip> (...) Actually I like it. Now if someone has returned the set after opening it, or worse yet, opened and plundered it at the store, there is no question about it. Also those heavy duty cardboard boxes (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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OBRIGADO! :-) (Thank you very, very much!) This is a great day for us - shame I did not see this earlier... :-/ Anyway, thank you LEGO. It is nice to see you value our needs. My vows for the future: that the whole world can use this feature! Pedro (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Thanks for jumping in, HopFrog. And sorry to Richard Noeckel. My fault - I mixed up the two names.... Kind Regards, Ben (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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YES!!!!! =D I was feeling a bit frustrated, when I voted for the LEGO Legend and not beeing able to use Shop At Home online to buy the released set (if/when my elected set wins the Legend status). Now I'm happy :) THANKS! mc. PS: The only "part of (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Actually, Ben, I think you mean me -- I used the word first. There are two Richards underfoot at this point -- the best way to tell the difference between us is that the other Richard is younger and better looking than I am. =oP -- Hop-Frog (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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"Lou Zucaro" <lou@pause.com> wrote in message news:GuMp9C.Gr4@lugnet.com... (...) fixed (...) Using IE6 (with latest patches) on W2K Pro SP2 here, everything works fine. Well, not quite - I signed in with the same LEGO user name I voted with last (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Sorry Richard, English is not my mother tongue. So why did I use the word greed here? As a matter of fact I have not used that word since ever - I had to look into my dictionary to cheack the meaning of "greed". I only have used this word, (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) I totally agree! My voting experience sucked too, because while I had an obvious favourite (6390), I want them all. I have a funny feeling that we'll be seeing the four loosers in time for the holidays (and my money is on 6390 being the (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Yes, perhaps it is. Ben is E2L(1), please keep that in mind, and sometimes that causes misunderstanding. Reading over your words and his, I don't find that much disagreement, believe it or not. (I'm in the camp that's glad any time Lego, in (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Nah, I could easily see myself buying one for the sheer desire to actually get my hands on something so phenominal I never had a chance to acquire. I think desire is a better word. (...) I've never seen anyone who hordes yelloe castle parts, (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.off-topic.debate)
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(...) Greed? GREED?? G R E E D?!?!?! Whoa… maybe you look @ the hobby in a different manner that I. But ‘Greed’ isn’t a term I'd apply to my ‘yearning’ for a 375. ~Perhaps your word usage is flawed? I don’t see anything gluttonous, or insatiable (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.off-topic.debate, lugnet.castle, lugnet.general)
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Yeah, same here, what gives and does anybody know the current standings? I want to vote for Main Street! Signed, Rick LUGNET member #540 (...) (22 years ago, 16-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) This has to be the best "ask and ye shall receive" I've seen in a while! Kudos to LD! LFB (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Yes, I would agree...the legends and re-issues are all super. They are the ONLY new sets (other than a few Star Wars and Harry Potter sets) that I have purchased since '97. LEGO, are you listening? Like many others, I have spent thousands of $$ in (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Hey all who can possibly help... I keep trying to go to vote on which Legend I'd most like to see released next, but every time I click on the "Vote Now" link I get an error message saying that I've encountered an error on the LEGO web site. This (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) I don't agree at all. Most of us would rather buy a rereleased legend (if it was the theme they liked) than any of the sets available on the shelves right now. The legends available are 10 times better than most of the sets that are now on the (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Well, perhaps -- there is certainly desire for certain elements. I think we would all be served better by more selection in the accessory packs, but if the only way to get some things are going to be the Legend and Classics lines, then so be (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Just turn the medal and I tell you: it is greed that makes people wanting to have these legends... (Stupid argument of mine? Agree - but is yours the better one?) (...) I do not own one that deserves the name 375. So your argument is (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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I've tried to vote for the last four days and I keep getting an error screen that says there is something wrong with the website. what's up? thanks -Lenny Mckee-Hoffman (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Julián, Today is your lucky day... We're proud to announce the addition of Spain and Portugal as available shipping countries to Shop At Home online: (URL) Lukin Commerce Project Manager LEGO Direct (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Ok, it´s wonderful. But why Spain and Portugal are off? Lego Direct doesn´t work at all in our countries, and sets heve been added every month... if the home service is launched, I am not going to have enough money to buy Sopwith Camel, Rebel (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) I used to live in Tucson, and I'd always (and still do) get a kick out of people butchering the spelling of that fair city. But a native Arizonian? Tsk tsk Jeremy. I guess I shouldn't be too offended though... you butchered "Phoenix" as (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.general, lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.loc.us.az)
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(...) Matt, I'm with you on this. I too live in AZ, the land where the bricks melt when left outside or in your car, and I'd petition for this. We have 6 mil + in the city of Pheonix alone. If placed in the right place, it would attract peeps from (...) (22 years ago, 15-Apr-02, to lugnet.general, lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.loc.us.az)
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(...) I have the funny feeling that where you live gets GREAT sales if you know where to look and wait for the right moment to spring into action. I guess it depends on the population density of your particular town. I find good deals in places that (...) (22 years ago, 14-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.general)
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(...) Arrgh! Why doesn't Lego set up a direct shop in Arizona? I know they probably have them in California, NY, and near their corporate HQ, but It seems where I live, is the last place to get Lego at a decent price. :( If only Lego released Legend (...) (22 years ago, 14-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.general)
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(...) I suppose it is cold comfort if there isn't a Lego outlet store near you, but the Lego store in Anaheim (Downtown Disney, accessible without going into the park) carries the Legend line. They even got in the new Blacksmith Shop this week (...) (22 years ago, 14-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.general)
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(...) Don, I have previously suggested a similar course of action for this set: (URL) this is one of my all time favorite sets, and at the top of my list for a Legends reissue, it frankly looks silly in blue. The vehicle it was based on was not blue (...) (22 years ago, 14-Apr-02, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Legends are only available directly from Lego, as you know. The other re-issued Lego sets that ARE available from retailers are not Legends, but are classified as CLASSICS. That distinction seems to make all the difference. So, the re-issued (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) #812 Train Level Crossing Center Rail Cap Insert (see: (URL) part was originaly designed for the level crossings of the 4,5V/12V train system, to fill the gap in the middle in case your layout wasn't electrified with those 12V conducting (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Question: If we are changing the sliders, what of the "Legoland Hotel" sign for the top of the building once completed? It was made of the same part. Hmmmm... -- Drew Croke Proprietor, Lugged Mountain Outfitters (URL) Petrucelli" <lordi@erols.com> (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Unfortunately, it is no longer available. :-( I ordered a couple right when they came out, and just a few days ago wanted to order a couple more. No luck. That was too short a timespan to re-release this set, in my opinion. Oh well. We could (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.technic)
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XPFUT .general <snipped it all> First off, this is XPFUT'd to .general because I'd like to spark an intelligent conversation about the Legends line. I don't want this to turn into some kind of argument or debate. Ben, I can understand your point as (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.general)
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| | Re: Why not a cypress tree in the Legends re-release of 6390?
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[snip] (...) Well the real reason (pure speculation, but the only thing that makes sense) is that the current road plates (grey or green) have wider roads and as a result narrower stud areas. Simply put, the original sliding "rails" are too wide. (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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| | Re: Desiring Machine (was Re: You get to choose!)
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(...) Yeah. I was stuck with excuses for space for quite a while until Star Wars hit the market. (and I joined Lugnet) (...) Yeah. For months I wanted a Guarded Inn before it became a legend, and there was *no way* I would blow one hundred dollars (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Oh the humanity! Oh the torture! How is one supposed to choose just one? Should I vote on which I would be more likely to buy? (375 Castle), which I would most like to have, but probably can't afford (6285 Black Seas Barracuda), which is most (...) (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Which one? Howie, AJ or Brian? ;) g,d,r (FUT .pun) -- Erin (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Ha, think you have problems? Try living in Canada and see the money we have to pay for S@H....at least you have Shop@Home as an affordable option... Oh well, when life gives you lemons, chuck 'em at somebody else and laugh ;) -- Erin (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.general)
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(...) Amen! I have to agree. And I, for one, have grown up with UFO, town JR, and Insectoids, and believe me, I ain't happy with it! :-) Lego Legends are supposed to be that: legends. I think that if you don't count a set as a legend just because (...) (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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"William R Ward" <bill@wards.net> wrote in message news:m21ydke6y4.fsf@...rds.net... (...) [ ... snipped ... ] (...) [ ... snipped ... ] The old style rails are currently in production for the HP Gringott's Bank set. However, looking at the 6390 (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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| | Re: Why not a cypress tree in the Legends re-release of 6390?
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(...) I'm wondering just what new baseplates it will come with. Hopefully not the green ones! I would've thought that it would've said they if they were a different color. As for the tree, probably 100% of the cypress trees that were made are (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) [...] (...) It tends to drive up the final price, in my opinion. I think it's better to wait until the last minute (or in some cases, the last 10 seconds) of an auction before submitting your true highest bid... --Bill. XFUT: (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.market.theory)
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(...) At least they did re-release 8459 (as 8464). Though not a "legends" release, it certainly made me happy 8?) ROSCO (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.technic)
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(...) ferroequus was never a high bidder. Here's the play by play: 1. dansoere (0) bid $60.00 on Apr-02-02 12:02:56 <-- High Bidder 2. robertjay2002 (0) bid $51.00 on Apr-02-02 12:18:29 3. robertjay2002 (0) bid $55.00 on Apr-02-02 12:19:06 4. (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Frank explained the mechanics, as for the motivation I speculate he was trying to outbid the current high bidder but by just a little. That's a sign of indecisiveness, inexperience, or possibly bid shielding. Hope that helps. FUT market.theory (...) (22 years ago, 13-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct, lugnet.market.theory)
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| | Re: Why not a cypress tree in the Legends re-release of 6390?
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(...) My guess: because of all the complains about the "bent" cypresses? ;-) (...) This one I sort of disagree: if they are to use the method from 6542, it may prove to be more functional. OTOH, I could use the older system just as good as a source (...) (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Definitely exists (I have two 664 TV Camera sets bought for the black hat). There is at least one other stiffy set with a black cowboy hat (372 Texas Rangers, which also has red ones). I agree about the question on the tree on 6390, WHY??? (...) (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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Why? I can understand the new baseplates, but why replace the tree when you just came out with them in a service pack? Also, why replace the slider with specialized parts? Frank (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Got it! (...) That would really be useful. I mean, just to satisfy my curiosity... :-^ (...) Most convenient, the whole system. Does it work as intended, never creating any sort of issues? Thanks, Frank! Pedro (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) If you look carefully, you will see that the higher bids are older, and thus were "proxy" bids (where you bid what you really think you want to pay for the item, then the system submits the lowest possible bid for you, and then automatically (...) (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Oh... I see. So this is done automatically. It's a bit of a shame that the "competing" bidders in such bids are not displayed - I'd sure love to know the details of this "fight"... ;-) Thanks, John! Pedro (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Maybe somebody bidded higher and so Ebay raised his bid until the bid went over his Maximum Bid? John Kruer (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) While there are some controls to reduce the chances and effect of ballot stuffing, there is no sure way to prevent it (without requiring a login like LEGO does on their poll). KL (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Actually, I'm sort of confused as to what exactly that "iron horse" (ferroequus, whatever...) dude was doing - why did he successively outbid himself? Pedro (who knows virtually nothing about the fantastic world of auctions) (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Yeah, I don't care for it, and I was trying to vaguely insult those that do. (...) It's good of you to give me the benefit of the doubt, but alas... -- Hop-Frog (the unworthy) (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Kevin, is there any way to make sure that people don't vote for a set more than once? I wouldn't want to see somebody rigging the polls. :o) Rob robo2705@hotmail.com (22 years ago, 12-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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