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(...) Really? Why, was the food that bad? (13 years ago, 19-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) And I was even more impressed and actually licked it! Janey "Red Brick" (13 years ago, 18-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) On behalf of myself, OBB and Whackolug, I would like to thank Jeff and Jen for hosting an awesome LEGO Centric Holiday gathering for us all. In spite of our unpredictable weather it appears that everyone had a great time. Wow, I need a new bin (...) (13 years ago, 18-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) I was subsequently reminded and I actually brought it! Dave K (13 years ago, 17-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Psssst!!!! This is your reminder. Looks brilliant, pun intended. Janey "Red (with Chrome envy) Brick" (13 years ago, 15-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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Ladies and Gents... Please note, due to The OBB/rtl/Whackolug combined holiday party being hosted by Jeff VW, this months Sunday dinner is cancelled. The schedule will return as normal (third Sunday of each month, at Angels in Guelph, 630pm) for Feb (...) (13 years ago, 15-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Also sorry to hear Rob--You're a great builder. As always, whatever you need--I'm not great with mapmaking but you know... Dave K -who still has his favourite quote as delivered by Rob--"See kids, this is why we have a mommy!" Still smile to (...) (13 years ago, 14-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) S'OK- My "hobby" time is being taken up my my map-drawing: http:\\www.cartocopia.com which unlike Lego actually makes me beer money rather than costing me beer money, and boardgaming (URL) A> (13 years ago, 14-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Sorry to hear that Rob. Janey "Red Brick" (13 years ago, 14-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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Well- I've decided that there is no longer a place for Lego in my life (sniff) and I need to clear up some space so I will be selling my Lego, so I'm posting here hoping for a local sale before e-baying. I have no patience for parting everything out (...) (13 years ago, 14-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Your next challenge: Transparent. Most difficult color? I vote Glow-In-The-Dark. DaveE (14 years ago, 23-Dec-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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In lugnet.org.ca.obb, David Koudys wrote: *snip* (...) *snip* Wow - that looks great, Dave! Ed (14 years ago, 23-Dec-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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The elders amongst you may recall that I have a slight... appreciation for the 948 go-cart. It was, after all, the very first Technic set I received as a kid (circa 1977) and it was the biggest set I got after The Big Melt (tm). Here's some pics of (...) (14 years ago, 21-Dec-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.technic) !
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(...) (URL) the article for LEGO... it is confirmed. Jeff VW (14 years ago, 10-Dec-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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! (...) To Dave.... If you get hired as store manager, I'll work for ya.... ;) I have "some" retail experience (I worked at Toys R Us one christmas) and over 7 years in security (including loss prevention), and I do still enjoy "bricking". :D Ben (14 years ago, 25-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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(...) Good to hear that a Lego store is finally gonna be somewhat local (At least within driving distance). Too bad it's located in Toronto though. I'm not a big fan of T.O. and try to avoid going there if I can help it. I'm surprised they wouldn't (...) (14 years ago, 25-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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Here's an interesting tidbit of information I gleaned from a (non-LEGO related) reliable source-- A LEGO store is opening in March 2011 at Sherway Gardens in Toronto, Ontario If true, that'll be good for the many folks that weren't happy that the (...) (14 years ago, 24-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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(...) Jeff vW and I agreed that bigger layouts =! better layouts sometimes. We did a show a few years back that took basically 2 days just to set up. A 7.5 x 10 foot layout is just about perfect (at least for now)--enough to not look too crowded yet (...) (14 years ago, 23-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Killer little layout, Dave! I'm forwarding the linkie to Ross! It inspires me to get building on mine! Great vid-- tell me that is you playing the pie ana! :-) JOHN (14 years ago, 23-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) snip Video as promised-- (URL) Comes in just over 8 minutes Enjoy! Dave K (14 years ago, 23-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Thanks! I didn't get LDCCset up at the show--I lost the RCX firmware. Derek brought in a USB tower but Sunday was pretty busy so I let the monorails run off a regular train controller for the day. I'll probably get the layout LDCC'ed for the (...) (14 years ago, 23-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Dave, Once again you have managed to astound, and amaze. Good job. Chris (...) (14 years ago, 22-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Videos will show, but to whet your appetites.... The 2010 Toronto Christmas Train SHow was a very big success! It was due to the diligent efforts of all the persons displaying-- John with his beautiful houses scene and wind turbine Bill with this (...) (14 years ago, 22-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.trains, lugnet.space, FTX)
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Hello World! Since what I wrote before was so awesome in it's froodishness, I'll just repost it-- It's that time of year again when I put aside my procrastination and announce to the world (the part of the world that reads LUGNET anyways...) that (...) (14 years ago, 17-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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Hello everyone! So I've been experimenting with the externally powered monorail... Then I remembered how much fun I had with Mark Riley's LDCC-- (URL) (vid from way back in '06) So one thing led to another, and here's the result-- (URL) (monorail (...) (14 years ago, 12-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Picked some up today and have been experimenting--as of now, the wire brushes are better--the bogey doesn't accomodeate the shoes nicely without some heavy mods... i'll keep playing. though! Not sure if those would work without some more (...) (...) (14 years ago, 11-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) WOW! That is awesome. I am going to have to try this sometime in the future. I will suggest some <https://plus43.safe.../p358.html HO pick-up shoes> for the power though. Not sure if those would work without some more invasive modding though. (...) (14 years ago, 10-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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Please note, due to the fact that Whackolug is participating with the OBB at the Christmas Train Show at the international Centre in Toronto, the Whackolug dinner meeting has been cancelled. Dinner will resume for December at Angels Diner in Guelph (...) (14 years ago, 10-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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In lugnet.org.ca.obb, John Neal wrote: Snipped (...) Awww John, (all jokes aside) thats very touching. My two are both grown now too, and I totally understand where you are coming from... although, I dont have to share the Lego anymore, and the (...) (14 years ago, 10-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) HEY YOU KIDS! GET OFF OF MY LAWN!!!! Kids these days.... (...) No, the TCLTC is on hiatus right now, ever since the ILTCO NMRA show in Detroit in 08. I have condensed the layout down somewhat to a more manageable size, but without Ross' mind (...) (14 years ago, 10-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Mmmm my very own BOLD JOHN coupon. Coupon... hmmm, I guess thats what the kids are calling it these days! Hey John, are you still setting up the layout at different events, or now that the strong back (and mind) is in college, do you and your (...) (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Thanks--I only seem that way 'cause I'm always inspired by the amazing people I hang out with... (...) Why yes... yes yo did get us to strike the show... Then I went home and did this as a result... So, in a way, Chris is totally responsible (...) (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thanks! I think the pics cover how 'easy' it is to convert the monorail bogeys for power pickups (going to the hobby store today for more inspiration), but if Ross or you (or anyone) has any questions or want additional info, just let me know. (...) (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I confess. It's only 3 inches......... from the floor! JOHN (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) I've seen it. It's actually a Whopper Jr. Plus it's kind of old and wrinkled. Probably well past its sell by date, it's been in John's pocket so long, unused. Coupons tend to expire. Unused. (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Totally awesome, Dave! I sent a link to my son, Ross (who is currently attending college); you will soon become, I predict, his new hero! :-) Well played. JOHN (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Well, Janey, when you are hungry for a Whopper, LMK. (Because I have a coupon for one that I could give you). Wait! What were you thinking I meant???? <evilgrin> JOHN (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) snip (...) Awwww thanks! Janey "Red Brick" Wait a minute... is that "artist" line a compliment or an insult coming from you??? Wink. (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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Dave, I am so proud to say I know you. You sir are amazing. I would also like to anounce to the comunity that I got to see Dave build his first working prototype at the hobby show. I should also point out that at 6pm, I told him he had to stop (...) (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) This MOC is amazing to see. I'm glad I got the sneak peak. You are an artist! Chris (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Im honoured to have a compliment from one of my top 5 favourite builders of all time! Thanks Dave! Janey "Red Brick" (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Thanks, and actually, I am willing to go as far to say that the ABS version is more tasty, giggle. Janey "Red Brick" (14 years ago, 9-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Try you local hobby store: (URL) Hornet Hobbies in Toronto (URL) ) Google tells me Modelers Choice in Hamilton carries slot cars (URL) Dundas valley hobbies: (URL) these guys in Burlington: (URL) A> (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space)
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(...) I did forget to mentinon ,though you can see it in the pics on Flickr, that the brushes for the power pickup almost make the monorail run in 1 direction only-just like the slot cars... if the monorail runs the other way, the brushes will get (...) (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Haven't put a start/stop in, and they were out of the plan anyway.... But I'll try copper taping one soon--there's somethign niggling in my mind that if you left the transformer on full in one direction, that the monorail switch would work as (...) (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Woah, that's pretty cool! How does it handle any start/stops that it encounters? I assume that the switch on the motor wasn't actually disengaged, so it it needs to be out to the left or right in order to work? DaveE (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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Nice job, I would think you've earned a honorary degree at the Mcveristy with this. It looks (and probably is) about as tasty as the real thing :-) (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Snipped. (...) This is going to be awesome... good luck with the progress, cant wait to see the final working of this project. GOOOOO Dave! Janey "Red Brick" (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX)
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I would like to thank everyone that came out this weekend to make the OBB Hobby Show display such a success. I think our display looked awesome and was well received by both the crowds and by the organisers of the show. Now that we have table cloths (...) (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Lol, thanks John, funny part is, I rarely eat a Big Mac... but the day I built this, I ended up finding myself at a McDonalds ordering one. Janey "Red Brick" (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) I saw this at the Hobby Show this past weekend and all I can say is 'scrump-dili-itious!!!' Dave K (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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I won't bother to link pics here 'cause it always takes me at least 3 tries to embedden 'em... Anyway, with much further ado, here's my latest POC-- Externally powered monorail!! Pics at Flickr-- (URL) Vids at YouTube-- (3 URLs) So a few things--the (...) (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.space, FTX) !
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(...) That's what he said! >:^D Tasty build, there, Janey! :-d JOHN (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(2 URLs) Janey "Red Brick" (14 years ago, 8-Nov-10, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX) !
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(...) THe plan thus far-- I'll be leaving work thurs and driving right to the show with "mah stuph"!!! Set up thurs night, go home, sleep. Fri show up promptly in the a.m., finalize "mah stuph", chat with comrades, leave early afternoon to take care (...) (14 years ago, 2-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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Looking forward to seeing everyone this weekend. Set up is on Thursday, (just a reminder) I should arrive (assuming I dont get stuck in traffic on the 401) at 7 pm. We will be going out for dinner both Friday, and Saturday night, more than likely (...) (14 years ago, 1-Nov-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Thanks! Is fun building it--RCX's and motors and space--what more could anyone ask?? :) Dave K (14 years ago, 27-Oct-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Brilliant, Dave. If and when I ever get my Marsbase going, I'm going to be requesting blueprints! :-) JOHN (14 years ago, 23-Oct-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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So here's where I'm going with this-- (URL) And a few pics on Flickr (URL) Just keeping ya informed! Take care, Dave K (14 years ago, 21-Oct-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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Ladies and Gentlemen... It is with great happiness and relief that I say that the OBB will return to our yearly display at the Hobby Show, held at the International Centre on the first weekend of Nov. Builders, collectors, old friends and new, (...) (14 years ago, 21-Oct-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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Good Day!! It's that time of year again when I put aside my procrastination and announce to the world (the part of the world that reads LUGNET anyways...) that we're at that point again!! The Toronto Christmas Train Show!!! Show hours-- Sat. Nov. (...) (14 years ago, 13-Oct-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(URL) set is mine... oh yes, it is mine! Only 4 other people IN THE WORLD own this set! (at least, according to LUGNET) and mine's MIB! And I got it for a whole loonie at a garage sale Just thought y'all'd like to know... Dave K -yes it's a duplo (...) (14 years ago, 2-Aug-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) LOL OMG the other day LUGNET had only 1 post! That's sad:-( (...) Dude, that's sounds awesome! I will wait for the updates with bated breath! JOHN (14 years ago, 30-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) You can't tell but I'm touching the side of my nose... The plan is (subject to change without notice) (and I wont' be giving too many surprises away 'cause, really, who actually reads this stuff besides you and I? :) ) in one of the corners of (...) (14 years ago, 28-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) I'll try..... K, I love it, love it, love it. Animation on LEGO layouts is so cool to me-- the more the better:-) I have in the works a space layout of my own, and your animation intrigues me, but I need to know, Dave-- what is the purpose of (...) (14 years ago, 28-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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Hello world! I've been somewhat busy, what, with the release of SCII... Oh wait--LEGO forum... right... K, I've been building a little something--it's only in the prelim stages so don't go yippin'!! (URL) and vids (of course...) Vid 1--(URL) then i (...) (14 years ago, 28-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) you were always better at that than me... (...) Dave K (14 years ago, 24-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) OMG that reminds me-- remember those loonies, "the purists?" IIRC they were even against plates! I gotta go thread searching again! What a hoot:-) JOHN (14 years ago, 24-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) I could... (...) Old Geezer LUG... (...) Dave K "Hey you kids!! Get off my 2 x 4 brick!!!" (14 years ago, 24-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) What you shudda done was come to a BW that I attended (07 or 08)! You could've seen me get (URL) felt up by Magno!> JOHN (14 years ago, 24-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) The concept is sound-- why not make a stand for it a la (URL) THIS> and call it a day? :-) (...) You and me both! Maybe we should do a rollcall or something! Maybe start a new group: DINOLUG:-) JOHN (14 years ago, 24-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) What I shouolda done was bring it to BW2010 and throw it on Jeremy's layout--those curves are probably manageable by BB3... Or I can try to make the actual loco better... Nyaah--that there's crazy talk! Dave K (14 years ago, 24-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) it ain't perfect yet--hates conrers and such... but it moves well in the straight-a-ways... presumably, I'm working on correcting that... (...) is quiet here as of late... something I'm endeavouring to change... :) (...) (14 years ago, 24-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) I simply love it! But let's be honest here, Dave-- I saw some assistance by teh HOG.... ;-) (...) Good times, indeed! JOHN (14 years ago, 24-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) It's newer (not necessarily better)-- (2 URLs) now moving completely by pneumatics! (...) Those old threads are a better trip down memory lane! THanks for that one! (...) Dave K (14 years ago, 24-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) (URL) I remember BIG BLUE!> :~^) Thanks for the trip down memory lane, Dave. JOHN (14 years ago, 23-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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K, my little website has been gone for a long time now and I just knew that y'all were missing out on the picture goodness over the yesrs... So I dusted some of the archive pics and got them up on Flickr--I'm told it's where all the young'uns hang (...) (14 years ago, 23-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX)
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(...) Eh? Koudys isn't that old. Explain. :) (14 years ago, 20-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.off-topic.fun, FTX)
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In lugnet.org.ca.obb, Dave Schuler wrote: snip (...) Thanks Dave! We aim to please! As for the dinos here... I like being 'old school' anyways... :) Dave K (14 years ago, 20-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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In lugnet.org.ca.obb, John Neal wrote: snip (...) Thanks for getting the link out there--I'm pretty bad in forgetting to do that... Rob makes fantastic products and I think (and hope) the viewing audience'll like the new OBB space layout with added (...) (14 years ago, 19-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.parts.custom, lugnet.general, lugnet.parts.mod, FTX)
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(...) I formally declare that to be neat-o, and you can quote me. Incidentally, this is like the dinosaur thread or something... (14 years ago, 19-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Yes, Rob's pretty clever, all right. Tons of good stuff! I think the neatest thing (so far?) he's cooked up is actually the joint project with BrickForge to make streetlights that work. He's doing the electronics and BrickForge did a (...) (14 years ago, 18-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.general, lugnet.parts.custom, lugnet.parts.mod, FTX) !
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(...) Really cool, Dave! I have some Lifelites too, and I agree wholeheartedly that they are just brilliant. I would really encourage people to check out Rob's product. (URL) (Shameless Plug)> I mean, after all, if his ideas were good enough for The (...) (14 years ago, 17-Jul-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.parts.custom, lugnet.general, lugnet.parts.mod, FTX)
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I've been meaning to do this for way too long, but finally got to it-- My Flickr set of the Galaxy Explorer lit up-- (URL) Also put up a YouTube vid-- (URL) There'll be more when the finances warrant. THanks to Rob for making such a fantastic (...) (14 years ago, 17-Jul-10, to lugnet.parts.mod, lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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Hello! After returning safely back to the cold tundra of Canada following our all-too-brief stay in the Windy City, I immediately huddled in my igloo and produced this-- (URL) K (14 years ago, 24-Jun-10, to lugnet.events.brickworld, lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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I love this MOC. its well done, and I cant wait to see it in person. good job. Chris (...) (14 years ago, 18-Feb-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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Nothing much of note... but during the opening ceremonies and in honour of countries own Vancouver hosting the 2010 Olympic Games, I threw this simple studs up (head is studs down) mosaic of the logo (2 URLs) Good luck to all the Olympians, and (...) (14 years ago, 16-Feb-10, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX) !
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(...) Oh, I might have made a mistake, it might be Walmart here too... all I meant was that we couldnt get it in our Lego Store. (...) We still have a few on our shelves. (...) Indeed it is. I have alien envy, smile. Janey Red Brick (14 years ago, 26-Jan-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) The heck? In the US, Zurg is a Walmart exclusive, and the other five are general release. (...) Yeah, I get the feeling that this will end up being a fairly common MOC. Because I did the same thing myself a couple weeks ago (two Toy Story RCs, (...) (14 years ago, 26-Jan-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) I got some of the Toy Story stuff too... We carry five out of six of the sets (sadly one them is a TRU exclusive) at the TBZ so "Santa" got them for me for Christmas... and just today, I got the sixth one (Tru exclusive - Build a Zurg) from (...) (14 years ago, 25-Jan-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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| | Re: Upcomming OBB Display this Sunday Jan. 17th until Feb. 21st
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(URL) (14 years ago, 25-Jan-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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So I'm at zZellers just a few moments ago, checking to see if there's any 'after christmas clearances'.... nope. Check out the Bionicle.. meh, tubs o' bricks--finally... technic--nice but naah... Atlantis--great figs but naah--saving my mone... (...) (14 years ago, 15-Jan-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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Ladies and Gentlemen... Coming this Sunday... At the St Jacobs Outlet Mall... the Ontario Brick Builders will be displaying MOCS, Classic Space, a Train Layout and anything else anyone wants to bring. Set up starts at noon on the 17th. We would love (...) (14 years ago, 13-Jan-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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Dave, I hope you can bring this to the rtl dinner tomorrow. it sure looks cool. its nice to see you DID get my email when I told you about the switch's. ;) Chris (...) (14 years ago, 7-Jan-10, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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Ha! That is actually pretty neat! It doesn't look too shabby either! Awesome stuff! (15 years ago, 25-Dec-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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So with much josh-taking-caringings and procrastination-ings and other life-thingings that get in the way of good ol' fashioned lego-buildingings, I pieced together a few monents here and there to put this together-- (URL) (image is a link) Yes (...) (15 years ago, 24-Dec-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Hey, great to hear from one of the (URL) Daves>! (URL) JOHN (15 years ago, 28-Nov-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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In lugnet.org.ca.obb, John Neal wrote: <snip> (...) <snip> (...) Butt away!! Is always great hearing (reading) from you! Hope all is well in the House Of Neal Dave K (15 years ago, 26-Nov-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Nice post, Alice! (URL) Still have the layout, but there have been a lot of changes in my life in the past year or so; I'm living in South Jersey now. Ross is a sophomore in kollege, and I am hoping to show the TCLTC layout (truncated) with (...) (15 years ago, 25-Nov-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Hey you, Nice to see you back in top form.... you still have a layout? I have to assume Ross has left you for college or university about now, so.... have you turned into a one man show, or have you left the fold? Janey "Curious and curiouser, (...) (15 years ago, 25-Nov-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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