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Since my last post got eaten by the sub-ether... I have a new question-- Regarding the candle'bot, right from the rules-- Eligible:Public & AFOL Goal: The First Robot to find and extinguish a candle flame will be the winner of that round. Robots (...) (13 years ago, 18-May-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I've been ruminating in the addled brainspace I call my head about my tug o' war 'bot.... And I thought it would be a good time to finally pull out the 18 battery boxes 'bot idea that Chris and I've been yipping about for well most a decade--I can (...) (13 years ago, 18-May-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'll try to make this dinner--won't make it to rtl dinner Take care, Dave (13 years ago, 13-May-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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This Sunday May 15th - 18:30 - 21:00 Location - Angel's Diner. Guelph Anyone who loves LEGO (and is legally an adult) is welcome to join us for a dinner, LEGO chatting and general chit chat as well. For show and tell, I will be bringing a number of (...) (13 years ago, 11-May-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Oh Dave, I know you may be good at building a BIG, and heavy bots, but when it comes to finesse, your skills leave something to be desired. Look. I see it thus: If you(someone) can build a bot, that fits within the starting size and can either (...) (13 years ago, 22-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I vote yes to this as well. Spirit of the game baby, its alive and on the inside! Cheers Janey "Who do we get around here to add stuff to the webpage???" Red Brick (13 years ago, 21-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) And if we can get a clarification on the rules that if *any* part or piece of the robot falls below the top plane of the board, it automatically loses This will prevent the 'hook' grab onto the back and/or sides of the wood. IMHO, the hook (...) (13 years ago, 21-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Steve, The Votes are in, and we all agree that as long as the sensor is sold by lego, the Brickfete Robot Games will allow it, and consider it fair use. Thanks for the question. Regards Chris B.E.D (13 years ago, 21-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Rob, All I read was that you are going to build a bot for this, and I think that's great! I also want to tell you that your image is spot on for the game board design, and that the B.E.D. (Brickfete Enforcement Division) hereby is borrowing (...) (13 years ago, 21-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Being a visual kind of guy I just wanted to confirm the following layout for tug-of-war (not that I'm promising anything but I am considering attending....) (URL) these boards/tables are 2" off the ground? -Rob A. (13 years ago, 20-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi Steve, I still like the idea that if a bot lets goof the rope, its a loss. I am getting old, and I do not recall any robot in the old game letting go. In all the years of bot games, I do not recall too many robot that were deliberately sneaky. (...) (13 years ago, 20-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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---...---posted on behalf of Steve---...--- Canadian folk, I've tried to post these questions to Lugnet a couple times, but it seems Lugnet has forgotten me. So, you get them directly... Steve ---...--- Forwarded message ---...--- From: Steve (...) (13 years ago, 20-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) agreed... Rob Stehlik is another one of my favorites. Bruce Sheridan also... mainly because he was one of Chris' biggest rivals and talked a lot of smack... (13 years ago, 20-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Snipped some silly stuff Dave said... Dave you are one of two of my favorite bot builders... so Dave, if you dont have two awesome bots for Brickfête I will be shocked, and sort of sad. Seriously, Dave (Chris stop reading this and go about (...) (13 years ago, 20-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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In lugnet.org.ca.obb, Chris Magno wrote: snip (...) What??? You can build other stuff out of lego besides castles??? No one told me! I've been wasting all my lego building endeavours on castle! Next thing you'll tell me is I could *gasp* build like (...) (13 years ago, 20-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) 2) and only useing the old RCX platform. sigh, I recall the days when the RCX was hip, and cool. So I will be building a bot. Chris B.E.D. (13 years ago, 20-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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The rules are up on the events page... (URL) Tug of War and ROBOTS Fire Fighting ROBOTS in disguise!!!! (or in Da'skies, if you are Chris) ....And it got me to thinking... Can you EASILY build one bot that does both? Or is that just a waste of (...) (13 years ago, 19-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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Well, As my fried Vince from Slap Chop fame says, Martini, Bikini, No Wienie's. ummm, no sorry I think I should have said, Fête!!!! (1)(2) The Brickfête team has not stopped plugging away since the first announcement a month ago. In that time the (...) (13 years ago, 16-Apr-11, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) Darn it. I was really hoping you would have been there last month... As for this month... April Meeting, funny enough is in April... the 17th to be exact. Hope to see a bunch of you there! As well... Cut from the LEGO site... (URL) Janey "Wish (...) (13 years ago, 11-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) RSVP regrets because (choose one) My time machine is broken and won't reliably go back a month I never plan things 11 months in advance, ask me closer to 17 March 2012... (13 years ago, 11-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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This Sunday March - 17th Time - 18:30 - 21:00 Location - Angel's Diner, Guelph Hope to see many of you there. Cheers Janey Red Brick (13 years ago, 10-Apr-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) John, I look forward to seeing you at Brickfete. I know you are just waiting to sign up. But when you are ready I cant wait to show you around, and tell you all about me, and don, and the guys. Chris B.E.D (13 years ago, 21-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Yes, Ben is sort of kinda looks like that, but more crayon, and less oil stains from the sandwich and candy wrappers. Looking forward to seeing everyone at Brickfete.com Chris B.E.D. (13 years ago, 21-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Now I know why they had Tom grow that cheesy mustache!!! A little ode to the collaborator. Wow, things just all fell into place. Janey "The world is a bit clearer today!" Red Brick (13 years ago, 18-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Does you "blank card" look like this: (URL) Ben (13 years ago, 18-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Was it at that point when you collaborated with Donald Bellisario to create Magno, P.I., and NC(hr)IS? JOHN (13 years ago, 18-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Sir, Have you ever been a member of... oh wait. wrong thread. Dave, How dare you, my friend Eugene and I go way back. "Gene" I would say, and he would reply with "ya Chris" and Im like "Gene, we got to make a show" "I'm sick of this shocking (...) (13 years ago, 17-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Pinko? Dummy? (URL) Sir, I will have you know I am a card carrying Libertarian. LESS government, not MORE (URL) Have you, or have you ever been a member of the communist party? Drat, I keep forgetting as a Canadian, I am not subject to those (...) (13 years ago, 17-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Chris's knowledge of all thinks Roddenberry is as my knowledge of all things Pyro Dave K (13 years ago, 17-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) That's not a peace sign, dummy; it's a Vulcan hand gesture, meaning, "Live Long and Rockher." That's the stink, ya pinko. JOHN (13 years ago, 17-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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This Sunday March - 20th - 18:30 - 21:00 Location - Angel's Diner. Guelph More info... Our monthly dinner... challenge tonight is... "Something Springy" so... Spring forward, Spring a leak, Spring showers, Sprung to mind, Sprang open, Sprang up..... (...) (13 years ago, 16-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Um Janey? You might want to ex-nay on the mocking me eh. If i can get "thee" John Neal to work on Brickfete badges. Well, that would be quite a feather in our caps. I heard a rumor that Mr. Neal was thinking, on planing, to think about firing (...) (13 years ago, 15-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) John, I guess I don't understand. While I think yuou are saying my reaction is a shock, I am a bit confuse as to the image of the peace sign you linked too. Chris B.E.D. Whats that stink? (13 years ago, 15-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) I do apologize, Janey. I've probably violated a few decency laws with that first one! JOHN (13 years ago, 15-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Oh, there's a shocker† †Not to be confused with (URL) shocker.> JOHN (13 years ago, 15-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Well as that tag line suggests... I would like to take a second to introduce the Brickfête Team. The event is being is organised by Jeff Van Winden, Chris Magno, deborah higdon, Jen Van Winden and yours truly, Janey Gunning. We are thrilled to (...) (13 years ago, 12-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Oh dear, when you guys said fête, I thought you meant fet??? How embarrassing that could have been. John, seriously dude, if you need a one by one black tiles, I'll give you a bag if you STOP producing logos for Chris. Especially ones with his (...) (13 years ago, 12-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) John, Thank you for interest in Logo and Badge Design. I would like to express my interest in the FANTASTIC first logo that was created, and will accept this 2nd design but feel I should tell you that my vote is leaning towards version 1.0. (...) (13 years ago, 12-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) D'0h! No, Deb, I did not get that memo! But the whip thing sounds intriguing... JOHN (13 years ago, 12-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Relax, it's just a bouncing smiley (URL) <=(and that's just a winkie, NOT a smiley with conjunctivitis! (URL)) (...) I'll admit that you have a point, here, Janey. I do see the creepy: I should have posted a WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGE in my (...) (13 years ago, 12-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) john, did you not get the internal memo? all brickfête 2x2 corner plates shall be dark red, in accordance with ruling 2.0.2.1.4. you know how janey is such a stickler for rules. you should see our rulebook. man, she cracks a mean and mighty (...) (13 years ago, 12-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) OMG, John, that's so scary. Wow. I have nothing to say but I do need a few moments to recover. Janey "Red Brick" (13 years ago, 12-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Well, then, let's get the ball rolling! (2 URLs) JOHN (13 years ago, 12-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX) !
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(...) It's going to be perfectly safe. (1) Chris B.E.D. 1. "...Said the spider to the fly...." (13 years ago, 12-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) OK lets just get this all cleared up right now. its Brickfête Enforcement Division. NOT porous security. Look, If you play your cards right, the B.E.D. is always looking for a few good.... umm,.... (cough) Ok, Janey is about to authorize me to (...) (13 years ago, 11-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) A Fest that is all about the fans? That idea blows..... (URL) Badum Ching> All seriousness aside, the whole event looks fantastic, from the name and logo, right down to the presumably porous sêcurity.... (URL) JOHN (13 years ago, 11-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Somehow, I don't feel much safer; that's like the wolf guarding the sheep! :) --Mike. (13 years ago, 11-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) David, Thank you. I blame only myself for my poor formatting. As a shameless plug, Janey said that I could be in charge of Security at the event. (evil grin) To that end, I took on the job with gusto. Regards Chris B.E.D. (Brickfete (...) (13 years ago, 11-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Link corrected (13 years ago, 11-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(...) Does a little happy dance, can't wait to see who comes! Janey "Red Brick" (13 years ago, 10-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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For those wondering, our event has been planned because bricksnorth is not happening. Regards (...) (13 years ago, 10-Mar-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, FTX)
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(URL) The baseplates are laid, the studs have been covered and the last brick has been snapped into place. Only one piece is missing (in this moc): you! obb is proud to present the inaugural Canadian LEGO fan event. Join us for Brickfête July (...) (13 years ago, 10-Mar-11, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, FTX) !!
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(...) (URL) "Red Brick" (13 years ago, 4-Feb-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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(...) Just a quick note to say thank you so much for bringing all your awesome items out for display. The room looks fantastic thanks to all of your efforts. I think the hobby is being well represented and I would like to offer a huge round of (...) (13 years ago, 29-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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The Ontario Brick Builders will be displaying MOCS, plus a Classic Space Layout, a Train Layout and a Castle/Medieval display for the entire month of February (and perhaps March) at St Jacobs Outlet Mall, at St Jacobs, Ontario. (Right beside the (...) (13 years ago, 28-Jan-11, to lugnet.org.ca.obb)
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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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| | NEWS FLASH--LEGO store in Ontario!
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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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| | Re: 2010 Toronto Christmas Train Show wrap-up
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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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| | Re: 2010 Toronto Christmas Train Show wrap-up
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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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| | Re: Externally Powered Monorail running on LDCC
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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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| | Re: Externally Powered Monorail running on LDCC
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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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| | Externally Powered Monorail running on LDCC
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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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| | Re: Externally powered Monorail
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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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| | Re: Externally powered Monorail
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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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| | No Whackolug Dinner/Meeting this month!
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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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| | Re: Supersize THIS!
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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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| | Re: Supersize THIS!
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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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| | Re: Supersize THIS!
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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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| | Re: Externally powered Monorail
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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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| | Re: Externally powered Monorail
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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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| | Re: Externally powered Monorail
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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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