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(...) I knew we shoulda had dinner last week... This stupid cold's been encroaching all week and now I'm jsut miserable (well, moreso than usual). I'm probably going to leave work at noon, go home, have a nappy, and then see how I feel. Feel like (...) (21 years ago, 12-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I just have to stop reading lowbrow.com Chris There's no 'I' in 'team'. There's four in 'platitude-quoting idiot'. (21 years ago, 12-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Are you making fun of that fact that I failed my Molecule science project? Come on. I PROVED that molecules don't exist!!! I was in Grade 5!!!! To this day I think everything is made of little tiny bits of grey foam. My science PROVED it. (...) (21 years ago, 11-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Oh my god, I was sitting in this class "A120, Leadership Essentials", the Bell management training course, and I couldn't stop laughing. My fellow BCE Tier D's don't think it's as funny as it is. Calum (21 years ago, 11-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) funny you should mention this.... The year after I did "molecules - fact or fiction" project, I tried my hand at "Air Freshener, more than just a pine scent" I still don't understand why I never made scientist "grand poo bah" :) <--- for all (...) (21 years ago, 11-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) "The Effects of Gasoline on Fire" sounds like a science project you would have done, Chris. Calum (21 years ago, 11-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) a GREAT BIG D U H !!!! wad-ya think they were playing???? (...) Chris (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Did you know YYZ is spelled out in Morse Code in that song? (I ended up downloading that song just to hear it. (URL) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Correct. In this diagram, it's the area NOT covered by the red or green shaded areas: (URL) ring of bricks is also considered part of common airspace--we decided on this before. Calum (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote: <snip> (...) <snip> (...) The beard.... Mmmmmmmmm, Dave's beard.... Ggghahghghhghhhhh (Homer Simpson drool)... Did I mention the bearded flannel pickup truck driving red neck with his spare tire in the (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Three Letter Acronym. :-) (...) No, No, take Calum's train station but instead of trains stick the noses of airplanes in the bays. Hmm, ok, Ewwww! :-) (...) Derek (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I think you should start by finding out who "says" they don't have time to work on their robot. Those are the first people you should taunt and mock mercilessly. There's always time to play with LEGOs. Sure, sometimes it can make your NLSO (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) HA!!! (...) you (beard boy) can refer me to as "Your Worship" otherwise I'll haffta do a Strong bad "science project" on your sorry butt; and spike your OJ at the dinner. (URL) Dave K Chris Why do solar calculators have an off button? (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote: <snip> /mocking smock on What? you were missing? Hardly missed you at all... And you are who again....? Dave K (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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ATTN: Toronto lego freaks! (cough cough, I mean, my fellow RTLer's) my admin assistant is gone for 5 weeks. this means that I now can use "THE" office computer to better reply and post to this NG. Sure, lurking was easy with my p133 laptop, but (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) It really is probably the most boring airport terminal in the world. :) (...) I'm scratching my head and I can't think of what TLA is! (...) LOL!! (...) Agreed! (...) EWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!! Derek loses all "taste" points. Possibility to regain (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Definitely an exciting vantage point to view the entire air port. The Tampa Airport is like this too, or at least was. As a kid returning from florida after spring break I'd always make my dad take me up there so we could watch the planes for (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Iain Hendry wrote: <snip> (...) THis is why I appreciate Iain! Those links--lovely Love the stairwell--always dreamed of owning a house with that type of stairwell/upper walkway... duno why. Dave K (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Terminal 1's parking garage roof is one of my favourite places to go at night. Terminal 2's parking garage is stunning, a trophy to 80's concrete, listing surruptitiously in a striking attempt to immitate the seductive angles of Disney's (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I assume you're talking about terminal 3 then, because 1 and 2 are about as exciting as a brick to the skull. :-) How come Airport departure levels are aways the beautify architected but arrivals is always like getting shoved out a service (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I did not say that terminal. I did say the airport itself. I have not seen the new terminal since I have not been back to Toronto for about 2 years. Steven Weiser (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Digital film, anyway... :) But hey, I learned from the best! Calum's advice sticks, and we have similar tastes. That, and looking at architecture picture books/sites all the time, knowing what looks good. Besides, the terminal is beautiful, I (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) Which airlines are you flying with that travel 5 months into the future? (This terminal isn't open yet, it was open for a public preview on the weekend) Iain (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Beautiful pics Iain! You seem to have a knack for capturing structures well on film! I 'borrowed' one of your pics on the same page and slightly modified it. Hope you don't mind... (URL) btw, you did a much better job of capturing night city (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) Unfortunately the pictures do not do that airport justice. But nice just the same. I have flown into that airport many times. Every time do, I hear a RUSH tune playing through my mind. There it goes again. For those who don't know what I am (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I've been proceeding under the assumption that the common airspace is all the area the board sits in. So, the 34x22 area must be cleared when the turn is over. (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) airspace is. I don't need more than about an inch to the side of the board... but others may have larger apparatuses, and I need to know how far to clear off at the side... (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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rtlToronto15: Deep Yellow Toronto Public Library Lillian H Smith Branch January 31st, 2004 (URL) guys, Got some time over the holidays? Have a burning desire to try your hand at Lego robotics or attempting a tough new challenge? Consider yourself (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.announce)
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Hey folks, Swiss Chalet 5487 Dundas Street West Toronto, Ontario Friday December 12th, 2003 7PM See you all at Swiss Chalet this Friday for continued talk about train6, rtl15, stretched 8466's, Terminal New, and more. Calum (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Unrelated to LEGO perhaps, but not to our area: Sunday I went to the open house for the New Terminal 1 at Pearson/YYZ. (URL) short of breathtaking. Safdie strikes again, reafirming his spot with Calatrava and Erickson as my 3 favourite architects. (...) (21 years ago, 10-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks! A few days after finishing the build I found out that someone else has already built an 8466 "stretch": (URL) only is the dual-cab replicated the same way as mine, but also the pneumatic suspension system is nearly identical. Yet I'm (...) (21 years ago, 9-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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This is the pimpinest 8466 yet: (URL) work, Ivan! Calum (21 years ago, 7-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) As someone who loved B5 so much that I created over 1000 trivia questions for a Dragoncon B5 Trivia and B5 Jeopardy contest, I can tell you I've got some really cool memorabilia, and I've even had the honor of doing a project with one of the (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yes, Chris, you need to read that again. There's a 76% chance you robot won't even make four moves! In fact, 10% of the time, your third move won't even matter. Your robot has already lost. And, I haven't done all the math, but I'm pretty sure (...) (21 years ago, 6-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) More like a 24% chance of NOT LOSING BY THE FOURTH MOVE. lol Mike (21 years ago, 6-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) hummmm lets see, 76% - 100% equals, umm, sec..... carry the 3...... ummmm OK my RND(7) robot would have a 24% chance of beating your robot. WOW. steve if your robot would lose to me 1 in 4 times, then i gotta say that your robot sucks. Chris (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) WHAT!?? derogatory???!! ME??? NEVER!!!! Chris (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I just thought I should warn anyone who is thinking about this approach... I did some quick calculations. It seems if you use the rnd(7) approach to programming, and a robot with just a little brain plays red, the rnd(7) robot will LOSE on (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Howdy guys!(I figure this simple first remark should be a grand enough catalyst to elicit at least SOME derogatory comment from Chris M) Would you be interested in a couple of train scale amusement rides for the layout? I think I mentioned the (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Funny thing is.... There is no Train channel. (...) Kevin (still recovering from brickfest) Clague (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Now that I have a chance, after my little adventure with the ETF, to answer your question: Basically I'm lazy. I got a hopper working but it only works with the pieces without bumps. Rather then spend the time to make a new hopper that will (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Steven D. Weiser wrote: <snip> (...) JMS has that new show with Matt Perry and MJW (from Cosby Show)--Jerimiah or something--saw half an ep. the other night--looks interesting... I think that B5 is a time that'll never (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I never listen to critics. Biased or unbiased. I'm with you. Watch it first. If it sucks, don't watch it again. If it's good, we'll be back. Just like Firefly. Excellent show. BTW, there is more B5 coming down the pike. That info comes from (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Steven D. Weiser wrote: <snip> (...) Yeah, just perusing the message boards and they're basically blasting the show before its even on the air. We don't get the new BG until Jan 17th, but I just upgraded my cable package (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Looks good Calum, I am very pumped about the Train layout, I think we have the beginning of a very hight quality layout! (...) Actually this weekend I am off "Skiing in Tremblant" :) I just put away the Stuff from the Hobby Show last night and (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yummmmmmmm, Erin Grey. I loved the original BSG. I also have that complete series on DVD. A little known fact is that the original theatrical release was never played here in the states back in 1978. I went to Windsor to see it. I was 16 years (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Same here. I've watched all the episodes Dave has downloaded and love the show. Dave, if you can bring the missing episodes, I'm more than happy to watch it on VCD or whatever. Oh, I also have that Lego book of yours too, Dave. I have to (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) HEY, what a GREAT idea. OK my modual is done. Calum, can I borrow a modual?? Dave, I need a fence. maybe something that was a wall from Fort laredo days. umm, does anyone have a broken stop sign, and a yucky tree??? Can you guys bring it to (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Steven D. Weiser wrote: <snip> (...) BG is what got me into my teen years--that and Erin Grey ;) For '79 and Glen A. Larson, it was a very good show. It didn't fall into Star Trek traps like body posessions every other (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote: <snip> (...) I'm a robot guy and I'm doing trains--what, are you saying that the all great caretaker of Princess Abby can't do what I can do? A buidling, a bridge (like John wants to make), we'll even (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) In my opinion, Firefly was one of those rare beacons of light that made you believe good scifi could still be made. I always made sure I was home for that show. I really thought it had a future. Oh well, those damn studio execs would not know (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Derek. whats so scary about this. The scenario plays out in my mind like this: -- RING RING --- begin 3 way confrence call Hey, rob, Hi Calum. Ya chris, wassup Look, we need to get serious about M6, Rob, ya got any ideas? YA, I'd like to see a (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) DAVE!!!! what are you NUTS??? do you really want me and "choo choo" sheridan to add to your layout. I mean the closest we ever came was to add to the idea of a "crack house" no dave. you dont want the robot guys doing trains. Chris (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) <snip> Woohoo!!! Live from StrongBadia!!! LimoZeen!!!! Have fun with it! Dave K (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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on a simalar note. Yesterday I got my Strong Bad CD!!!!! ya baby.... the cheat is NOT dead!!!! I cant play it for 20 more days cause its my x-mas gift. :( (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Mine was scanning, thinking, and dropping several weeks ago for the hobby show. I'm currently in the process of a complete algorithm rewrite though, because my original code focussed too much on conserving power and not enough on memory. So it (...) (21 years ago, 3-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) You wasted the 10000th post on this!?!?!? Derek (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I was figuring we'd have a small town on this side of the layout and by the next show, we could expand a modern city on the opposite corner, with a similar panorama. (...) Bah. Distraction. Oh wait, I still haven't taken my station out of the (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) How is it that Michael Purvis, Smart Guy At Large, had a working one that dropped bumped tokens, A MONTH AGO? :) Calum (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'd like to withdraw this sarcastic comment. No particular reason. That fact that I just started building my C$ robot has nothing to do with it. Or that these damn bumbs are a pain in the... File away I say. Derek (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) If we don't hear from these people soon, we're going to have to get Steve to help build some of the 6m layout. (...) A lack of a tunnel isn't sign that this thing isn't large. It's gonna be huge, considering the amount of mountain is required (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I think there is definitely room to do tunnels in the mountainous areas we have planed. The one thing I'd like is to have one line run over top of the other. I haven't figured out how to fit this in yet, but I'm hoping it can be done (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) to go a little more modern big city with it, instead of small townish. (...) I think we'll all be a little distracted before the holidays. Once Christmas has passed I want to get into this big time. That's why I'm currently working on building (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Is amazing when life comes down to this-- I just received confirmation that Firefly--the Complete Series on DVD will be shipped to me around Christmas time. Come to Papa!! I got all excited and the like! Wow. How sad and pathetic my life has (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Calum Tsang wrote: <snip> (...) Dave??? Dave who??? I'd like to see some participation from Chris in the next train layout--after all, most 'bot builders have contributed to train stuff in the past! Well, me, and... (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hey folks I have to say I've kept the train6m Derek Raycraft layout picture on my desktop at work and at home for two weeks now and I look at it every so often thinking about it. Anyways, I've put what I've been imagining for the small southern town (...) (21 years ago, 5-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Some great "deals" at CT this week 3426 Red Ball Bus $30 65062 Racers Copack (4582 and 4584) $15 3538 Snowboard thing $40 4613, 6731, 6733 and another little $4 4107 Creator 1000 Strata Tub $30 3099 Duplo Tub $30 Calum (21 years ago, 4-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hey folks, HBC.com has Manas for $50 CAD. (URL) (21 years ago, 4-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) sorry. wont happen again. -- Chris "It is a very clever strategy IMHO, and I applaud Chris for thinking of it." K.I.C. (21 years ago, 4-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I saw that! KLC (21 years ago, 3-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) naw man.... none of that compares to what "my boys" can do. Check out track 2, of (URL) guys ROCK!!!(1) (smirk) Chris (1) this was the one song i can remember when i toured and did pyro for these guys. the $$ i made on that tour paid for a (...) (21 years ago, 3-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yup. I'm diggin' 2:44 onwards in Robert Gitelman's "Things 2 Say." Iain (21 years ago, 3-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Just so it's clear, this is not the Swiss Chalet that Jeremy did not go to last dinner but the Swiss Chalet that Jeremy did not, not go to last dinner. Derek (21 years ago, 3-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, December Monthly Dinner Swiss Chalet 5487 Dundas Street West Etobicoke, Ontario Friday December 12th, 2003 7PM Topics of discussion: rtlToronto15, train6L etc. Calum PS-Ever get really really really focused on listening to something? I'm (...) (21 years ago, 3-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) WOW, this is serious!!!! someone has been pretending to be ME!!!! right down to the poor spelling and grammar. we need to report this to someone right away!!! clearly in my crack induced stupor I mis wrote, it SHOULD read: 1. I don't see any (...) (21 years ago, 3-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I've got the black and red pieces without the bumps but my design needs them. Is it ok if I add bumps to my pieces? Derek (21 years ago, 3-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I respectfully suggest, sir, that it is you who is using crack. In post #9866, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto ((URL) you wrote: "I don't see any reason why you should not file off the bumps." This seems to clearly say that I _can_ file the bumps (...) (21 years ago, 3-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I already know your plan. That's why I was trying to help you with the random number seeding. That way your "column=rnd(7);" program would work even better. BTW, I think your royal subjects really SUCK at being loyal. They are all so mean to (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) TROGLODYTES..... all of ya! CCM (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Canada Cycle and Motor? Derek (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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the dinner is ALWAYS, the 2nd friday. that means Dec. 12. the only time this rule is broken is if Calum or i have something else to do...... duh. I EXPECT to see Jeff, (and guest) and I need to see Derek and his new 'toy' everyone else has to bring (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) with WHO??? inquiring minds want to know. (smirk) please fill out this form? 1. I am giving up a lego dinner to see a (Guy/Girl) 2. This "friend" is more important than a lego dinner because: 3. ------- is more important than swiss chalet (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Count Christopher Magno? C'ing? I always thought that was spelled with a K :) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I prefer C.C.M C. Christopher Magno (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Well this Saturday is out for me because I'll be in London but the following Saturday would work. And I'd be able to show of my new toy, but it's not Lego so it doesn't really matter. Derek (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Both this and Next Friday are a no go for me. This Friday I'm heading out to the slopes for the weekend :) Next Friday I Could make a 30 minute appearence but then I would have to go (I already have dinner plans that night) Could we do a (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) So, how's that robot coming along? I found something in NQC that may be helpful when testing your robot. Usually, that would be when you're debugging, but I'm sure you won't need to debug. This function: SetRandomSeed(n); will allow you to (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) That would be cool man. (...) Well I'm heading to London, so I'd be able to drive out instead, assuming the weather is not too bad. Again, can't stay too late, but that would be under my control. Unfortunately I won't be able to show off my (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I could probably pick you up and drop you off. (...) No, because it's MADE OF MEGABLOKS. :) How is this Friday for people? Calum (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I have a big conflict with next Friday. I might still be able to come, but I'll need to be picked up from Kipling just before dinner and dropped back off at 8:30. I have to see Infra-man at the Royal as part of a friends birthday celebration. (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Good news. (YES board dimentsions matter) (...) WHAT KIND OF CRACK HAVE YOU BEEN USING AS A SUPPOSITORY????? I objected to you fileing down the bumps!!! (...) the reason we standarized on the black and red is that if you program you robot to (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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And the countdown to Princess Abby's first Christmas has begun! Beyond that... let's see now... (checks calendar) December 12 is the second Friday of the month. Just starting the ball rolling on the dinner--December's a busy month for many many (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I finally got around to measuring my board, and it fits those dimensions exactly (does it still matter?). Also, since no one objected to me removing bumps from my pieces, I'm going to go ahead and do that. Have we outlawed red+yellow pieces (I (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Well, I'm not sure about C or D (that looks right), but A=20, and B=33 (but will bend into 32) And, the legs fit very well into the updated mounting as pictured on the web site. (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) That sounds great! Just to make sure, confirm your board is similar to Derek's: Dimensions as per this diagram: (URL) = 20 Studs, 20 Studs B = 33 Studs, 33 Studs C = 31 Studs, 31 Studs D = 7 Studs, 7 Studs We've found there may be some (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I see the board mounting pictures on the web site have been updated: (URL) :) Last night, I played my first Connect Four game against my robot. Actually, I played about six or seven games. My robot can do everything, but actually drop the chips. All (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Why hide light under a bushel basket. Crossposted to reviews. (and a well done review it is!) (...) This review needs to be posted to reviews. This text is to defeat the "too much quoted text" check. Repeat as necessary. This review needs to be (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.reviews)
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We really need reviews like this one. Thanks. There have been more 2003 sets than reviews here! -Erik (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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4403 SYSTEM / Designer Air Blazers Ages 8+, 698 Pcs. (C)2003. 127 page manual: 3 models, 46 primary (5+6+6+11+4+5+8+8+3+...+4+2+4=101 secondary) steps in main model Price Range: $50 USD RATINGS (Scale: Must-Have Excellent Very-Good Good Fair Poor) (...) (21 years ago, 2-Dec-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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