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Wow, great stuff. I liked everything, but I also must add that I LOVED your diner. Every once and a while when I see a model I exclaim "I wish I had thought of that!" So, now I'll just have to be inspired by it. I am definately going to build one. (...) (24 years ago, 9-Aug-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug)
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Thank you, James. Your station was obviously an influence on mine and when I add to the interior, I am sure the similarities will be more obvious. In fact, I was about 80% done with a replica of your station when I decided that I was more into (...) (24 years ago, 9-Aug-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug)
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Wonderful pictures. I was especially attracted to the incredibly large white and glass train station! (URL) certainly dwarfs my station of a similar design. Amazing piece count of pieces that I consider somewhat "rare". I hope I catch future (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug)
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| | Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
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Larry Pieniazek <lpieniazek@mercator.com> wrote in message news:FyzLuI.4Fr@lugnet.com... (...) looked (...) was a (...) I'd (...) matter (...) have (...) comment (...) Try Tim Courtney - he seems to get everything for free... :-) (...) at (...) (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: Booth monitors (look and feel)
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(...) I would be very interested in a shirt or four. (...) Naw, don't wear 'em. Russell Clark, BayLUG/BayLTC (URL) 39423705 (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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I am down with pins for both BayLUG abd BayLTC and would buy 2 of both. As for shirts with screening or embroidery, strangely enough I would be willing to get a t-shirt AND a embroidered button up. I dont know about the hat thing. I know there is (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) I think at the last GATS show we asked for and received $400. (Some shows also have competition between the layouts, with prize money for the winners.) We asked for the money guaranteed, and were still eligible for the prize money. Other shows (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us, lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) 1000 is definitely way too much, at this point. I think GMLTC typically looked for some amount that would cover the expenses (gas, budget lodging if it was a long way away from MSP, etc.)... 100 seems reasonable, maybe a bit more. I'd ask GATS (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | RE: NMRA show (the first of many?)
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How much is a reasonable amount? $100 $1000? It would be nice if we looked more formal with skirt, large banner sign, maybe roped off build area. Use fee to buy skirt, etc? Mark (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | RE: Booth monitors (look and feel)
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Can he silkscreen a skirt for the layout? M (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) Count me in for three or four (...) Sounds good, but I think BAYLUG would be better, more useful at non-train exhibits. Remember to find a vendor who will make XXL. Land's End is a really good source for polo shirts, and has reasonable prices. (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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| | RE: your schedule?
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I'm working in Mt. View, now at the Silicon Valley Campus (1065 La Avenida, in Building 1, the center of the campus) I can bring them in Wednesday or Thursday. We should pick a time, since I have meetings. (Or I can leave it with the receptionists (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Actually, John Neal ("J-2") ( johnneal@uswest.net ) is the GMLTC person to contact. He runs a tshirt screening business out of his home, and has contacts for embroidering shirts. He could probably give you estimated costs, timeframes, etc... I think (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Tom McDonald reminds me of another point; When you are in the middle of a layout, folks presume that you are in charge...but when you are on the outside, it is easy for visitors to think other club members are 'just visitors' when we're all dressed (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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| | Re: BayLUG/BayLTC next meeting? (GATS)
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FYI, The Great American Train Show (GATS) will be in the Bay Area the weekend following Thanksgiving, at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. NO, I'm not suggesting that we exhibit. ;-) I'm just pointing out that there may be a date (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Well, they must be CERTIFIED as flame retardant, which means more than just being so. Also, what is wrong with people seeing my legs? :-) Mike Benz, Mark <Mark.Benz@BroadVision.com> wrote in message news:FB90BFF591F3D31...ion.com... (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) I can do this!!! I have 2 or 3 large signs from the Shell station outside Fresno that was Mike's main supplier. I can make a tall pole (1" diam) with a crosspiece to hold the signs. Paul Sinasohn (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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| | A Really Nice Day
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I just wanted to say that I thought the layout at NMRA was very exciting. My wife and I came down for the day just to see BayLUG/BayLTC's setup. It was a real treat getting the chance to see a big layout in action. Congrats to all that helped make (...) (24 years ago, 9-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Hi I just re read this from mike. If we can get sheets for a skirt, they should be flame retardant. m (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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"as well as concealing our chairs, and personal belongings." No to mention our legs! m (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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I bought some twin sheets for Ross about 3 years ago when they were a S@H special. Last time I asked about sheets, they had none. (Wanted some for Kristen too.) That was about a year ago. They are not the best from an overall appearance/fun (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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| | RE: Talking Points
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I thought magenta was purple... its just the whimsy in me i guess m (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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| | Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
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(...) You guys rocked based on the pictures I saw. I would caution you to be selective in what shows you accept going forward. I have no comment on the Hayward thing in particular, but in general, pick the shows that will get you and the hobby the (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: Public Thank You for our NMRA show supporters
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(...) I wish I would have been prepared for the show, but I had a busy month with some personal problems and a position change transition at work. I will be ready for the next show. It was fun being there to see the layout and all the happy kids. (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) I think 4 or 5 remotes is a good number. (...) I was outside for a while taking pictures and talking to people. Good thing I was too. Saw a few "problems" out there. (...) It did look a little crowded in there. (...) I am designing a wild west (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) Excellent news! (...) Excellent news! (...) I can commit to the Hayward show. I will have to make sure that when the date is confirmed that it doesn't conflict with any of my classes. (...) I think setting up a layout at the county fair would (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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| | Re: Talking Points
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(...) Very cool. (...) And we don't take LEGO trains too seriously? :) (...) But how many trains use purple and magenta? (...) Very true. Just look at the mess if an old Lionel train falls a few feet to the floor. Russell Clark, BayLUG/BayLTC (URL) (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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| | Re: BayLUG/BayLTC next meeting? (discussion)
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(...) I am not available on Saturday 9/16 or Saturday 9/30. Otherwise any other weekend until the end of the year is good for me. (...) I think one meeting in September and one in December would be good. (...) 'bout time! :) Russell Clark, (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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They only tend to have twin sheets in stock, and that would get REALLY expensive, unless we could talk Brad into sending us a dozen or so sets. If he did, we could even put pillows in the pillowcases for on the chairs for longterm seating ;-) (...) (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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I like come-apart comment rather than breaking. I also like the word: disassociate :-D I am surprised the flyers lasted almost 'till the end, but am very pleased they helped. I'm sorry I ONLY MADE 600 copies of the bloody things! Wonder how much new (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Can I just pick them up from you this week? mark (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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(...) I think I had to use this once because the dog got motion sickness. ;-) (...) That's true. There was some operator "floating" going on. (...) But even so, it's hard to stand still inside the display. I would move to monitor another side if the (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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Mark LaRue <Splotchthegreat@yahoo.com> wrote in message news:Fyy7q3.CDr@lugnet.com... (...) with a (...) and (...) should (...) and (...) seemed (...) Several (...) Also, (...) secure (...) fold (...) The other tables will bolt together, but as I (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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David K. Z. Harris <ba-lego@cinnamon.com> wrote in message news:v03130306b5b4e1...12.115]... (...) Sorry, Zonker, but I just can't live without a remote control of some sort in my hands. :-) (...) I belive I have 2 8 switch remotes with variable (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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David K. Z. Harris <ba-lego@cinnamon.com> wrote in message news:v03130304b5b4d7...12.115]... (...) People who came down were: Aaron Hines (from Modesto) Paul Sinasohn - TWICE - Thanks Paul Tom McDonald Tim Courtney - Stayed for many days - paid for (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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I think alot of the inside room and table problems will be solved with a standardization of tables. If they are all the same general length, width and heigth not only can the planning be completely layout based, but set up should be faster. I know (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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I know I can't name everyone, but I'm going to shoot for 80%, and count on others to chip in with the rest of the names. Module Builders (OK, so we didn't get to use them this time, but a bunch of folks tried to help make it happen, and that's (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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X-10 power control. We had a wireless remote control to turn two outlets on or off. These controlled the track controllers for both loops (ckt. 1) and the power to the rotating doggie atop the Spamcake Diner (ckt. 2). Oddly, the RF remote was (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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| | Talking Points
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These comments were heard from comments from adult train enthusiasts who visited our display, and might make for good talking point, or maybe be incorporated into another handout flyer... There has got to be some more whimsey in this hobby. (We (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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I have your handout acrylic thingy, your bag...and a gift from the NMRA folks for your help with the handouts. When/how would you like to hand these off? -Z- -- Zonker Harris (zonkerh@corp.webtv.net, zonker@gnac.com) GNAC Broadband Network (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
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