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(...) Oh, it's the butter-flavored movie theater oil dispenser! :-, Cheers, - jsproat (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build)
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(...) That's dark grey - think tool wheel.........oilcan ;-) -- | Tom Stangl, Technical Support Netscape Communications Corp | Please do not associate my personal views with my employer (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build)
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| | FW: Lego Maniac's Webring to move to LUGNET Soon
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Hi, Is the BAYLUG/BALTC site on this ring? m -----Original Message----- From: Tim Courtney [mailto:tim@zacktron.com] Sent: Thursday, August 10, 2000 1:59 PM To: lugnet.announce@lugnet.com Subject: Lego Maniac's Webring to move to LUGNET Soon Hey (...) (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) (URL) graphic on the sign, btw. :-, Cheers, - jsproat (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build)
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(...) Dude. That pinball machine is awesome. Also the jukebox. Heck, the whole thing is (as my family would put it) pretty dang good. Where'd you get that black coffee pot in the jukebox scene? I've noticed that the Roast Log o' Spamcake is more (...) (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build)
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No, there isn't one. The closest thing we have is the BayLUG meetings in Fremont. I am the only AFOL in Fresno. There are 2 people in Modesto, I believe. Mike Nick Crocco <swatlego@aol.com> wrote in message news:Fz456H.Ap@lugnet.com... (...) friends (...) (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sac)
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(...) Indeed really a great piece of highly detailed work, but the only thing missing is an outside picture of the finished building. Not all people know about the pictures in the brickshelf gallery under (URL) there even more pictures somewhere in (...) (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build)
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Hi Tom Your Diner is one of the most original Lego build-ups i've seen in a while, fantastic work, i will post your page in the german Forum for all to see, keep up the great work. Paul (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build)
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I was wondering if there was a Lego club in Sacramento. I have about 7 friends of mine who get together because of Lego, and I was wondering if there was a club in Sac, 'cause there should be. ~Nick (URL) (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sac)
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(...) Simply awesome is what I think! And I don't mean just the Diner, which, having seen it in person, is wonderful in its own right. Your Spamcake Diner page is an instant classic, Tom. Now, what I would like to see you do is to franchise out the (...) (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) I can't say much cuz I'm packing for vacation now. But I will say that two 1x2 plate hinge pairs with fingers, two 5 long technic halfbeams and those funky 1x2 x 1x4 brackets largely make up the structure of the pinball machine; the (...) (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build)
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"Paul Sinasohn" <bearitone@my-deja.com> wrote in message news:Fz3In0.Azy@lugnet.com... (...) take a (...) I'll let you know next week. -Rob. (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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"Paul Sinasohn" <bearitone@my-deja.com> wrote in message news:Fz3Ivx.CCA@lugnet.com... (...) the (...) Not even on a good night... I'm an Irish pub kinda guy. -Rob. (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) Do you think you could provide info on how you made that cool pinball machine and that cool juke box? (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build)
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... now has its own webpage. Details can be seen at (URL) better picture of the completed model (that many of you have seen) is forthcoming. LMKWYT -Tom McD. when replying, when catering to a discerning crowd, bacon & cheese flavored frosting should (...) (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains, lugnet.publish, lugnet.build) !
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(...) Definitely ThirstyBear for the Tapas, then. Italian?? Take your pick, but I prefer Grazie 2000 (North Beach) and Cafe Riggio (Geary Blvd.) And Buca di Beppo (family style) for large parties. True Mexican?? Again, take your pick. There are lots (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) Does 2 tours per day, probably filled up - usually you have to reserve at least 2 months in advance. (...) Never been there - I'll try it out tonight (...) Advantage is location nearest to Moscone Center (...) Haven't tried this either. Maybe (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) C & W should be arriving any day now. I'm goign to try and get them to take a picture on the Lego cable car at FAO Schwarz SF Maybe Tuesday dinner? Paul (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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"Mike Poindexter" <lego@poindexter.cc> wrote in message news:Fz37Aw.Jz7@lugnet.com... (...) to (...) both, (...) my (...) It won't hurt you...its only a daggit!! :-) I'll say, seeing peoples' reactions as we carried that sucker around Legoland was (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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"Paul Sinasohn" <bearitone@my-deja.com> wrote in message news:Fz357y.7Ht@lugnet.com... (...) I'm generally open to anything, although I usually avoid seafood when traveling. I've had a couple of extremely embarrassing allergic reactions, the origin (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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"Benz, Mark" <Mark.Benz@BroadVision.com> wrote in message news:FB90BFF591F3D31...ion.com... (...) Bingo! Airfare is only $168 (from Baltimore) + FF upgrades to 1st class, cheap hotel rooms... leaves lotso room for fine dining on the expense report. (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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"Paul Sinasohn" <bearitone@my-deja.com> wrote in message news:Fz354L.6BK@lugnet.com... (...) could (...) I won't be getting in until 7:00 pm on Saturday. I'll be with my boss (just the two of us attending) so I probably won't have any free time, (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) Keep it. No big deal. I have another. Paul (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Okay, Zonker. You asked for it(literally). What I did during summer vacation..err scratch that. Why I want to display? My answer is this: Personal pride, education and Inspiration. Around 5 or so my parents bought me a set of used Legos from a (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Why we build? Why we display? Great thread. Zonker is right, it's important that you know WHY you want to do something so that you get the most out of it. Mike wrote a great response which I mostly snipped One short interjection... (...) Mike's (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.general, lugnet.trains.org)
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TRAINS, TRAINS, TRAINS!!! Sorry - I just had to say that. I don't have a problem with having other displays, but that just isn't where much of my interest is. I would like to do a nice Star Wars display, like NELUG had, but I don't have time for (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Royal Exchange is still around. Jack's has lots of micros on tap.... Never been to Crustacean - I go to the Pacific Cafe out on California & 33rd Paul S (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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I don't think Lulu' is THAT expensive.. Also, There used to be a place called the royal exchange over on California by Tadich grill, but that was many years ago... I would also highly recommend Crustacean (Asian/Seafood) at California and Polk, but (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Mark meant to write 5th & Folsom.....Fulton is out in the western part of the city. Lulu's is (IMHO) overpriced. Way overpriced. What kind of food would you want to try? Paul Sinasohn, SF Native (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Just a half block east of Moscone is ThirstyBear brewing, a decent brewpub, serving Tapas as its main food effort. Further away, and just OK, is the SF location of Gordon Biersch brewing. Also serves dinner, but rather yuppie. Embarcadero @ Harrison (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Gordon Biersh (brewpub) on Embarcadero right under the Bay Bridge Lulu's (not a brewpub but SUPER) and only block from Moscone at about 5th & Fulton, make reservations. mark (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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I'll be in San Francisco Saturday 26-Aug through Wednesday 30-Aug at the Seybold Conference (Moscone Center). I'll be with my boss most of the time so I don't expect to have a whole lot of free time. Is anyone attending the conference? Maybe we (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(Here he goes again...) No, seriously! The first/last show was a train display. But, most of the BayLTC members are also BayLUG members. In fact, a significant percentage of our BayLUG members are BayLTC members. But are we only interested in doing (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf) !
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| | Thank You's (was Re: NMRA 2000 Successful)
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(...) definately (...) They definitely fit well in Traindom, either stationery, or as a railcar. I hafta admit though that at 16 wide, it would make an interesting Lego train car :-) (...) <snip> (...) Mike, let me just say thank you for all the (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug)
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(...) I have to agree. That diner made my jaw drop to the floor. I have seen previous attempts and they have all been ok. This one, however, takes the cake. I love the way the rounded corners blend in for the perfect diner shape. I am currently (...) (24 years ago, 10-Aug-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug)
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I will not have any tracks enter the station. The tracks will come across outside the station, which will allow me to move the station much easier. Come to think of it now, I might want to just slide the back out another 32 studs and see how it (...) (24 years ago, 9-Aug-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug)
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I sympathize with your "end-of-station" pondering. I graveled with that issue for my mere two story monorail track as the front transitioned to the side, then on to the back. How many parallel tracks will enter your station? Any thoughts on the (...) (24 years ago, 9-Aug-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug)
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OK, But they're on sale for $12 right now. m (...) (24 years ago, 9-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Plus, we never want to give the impression that we are from Lego. Wearing the Lego Logo on shirts might give that impression. On the other hand if we wear a club logo then we can get away displaying signs that advertise Lego. Or at least its a (...) (24 years ago, 9-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) Lego doesn't make them big enough. Paul S (24 years ago, 9-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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