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Flash! News just in!! (URL) I found out about it a few days ago, but all new eisodes of Doctor Who, on the CBC! Starting April 5 at 8 p.m. Being a relatively huge fan of the previous incarnations of Doctor Who, I'm pretty excited! Dave K (20 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) THANK YOU!!!! all i saw was a folder full of COOL stuff, then this other thing, with ummm not so cool stuff for an adult tech guy. ~BUT~ If as you say, your daughter did make it, then i can forego the "fall of the engineer" thing. Chris I (...) (20 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I was like "Oh man, Rob's getting all soft on us". Then... (...) I read this and it's like, oh that's cute! (...) Yeah, the little stack of drawers which uses the axlehole to represent the knob/pull is clever. Or at least I think that's why (...) (20 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) It's very cute. A lot of really creative ideas. Quite impressive. Maybe, to avoid people like Chirs, she should have her own brickshelf account. You know, it's not like they cost a lot. Derek (20 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) She did? Its actually really nice. I see some interesting things there, wheelblocks as drawers, brackets as seats-- although if I were you I'd tell her to think about the holes in the middle y'know... Some people may get the wrong impression (...) (20 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hey.... My daughter built that all by herself..... ....maybe I need to go get some Belleville.... -Rob. (20 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Looks like the mighty Rob A., engineer, and former all around tech guy is now "playing house" Page titeled "sleepover for the minifigs" (URL) before that; I saw Dave play with dolls, (URL) (scroll about half way down) What NEXT??? Chris (20 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Is that a good score for tire pop? For the longest time I couldn't get above 3. Derek (20 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I didn't like when it, squeezed the foam though. I was like, "Stop! STOP!" (...) Thanks, glad you did! Iain (20 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) So I see the Robolab software licence for 53 bucks! Woohoo!!! THen I realize that it's in AU dollars... Grrrr!!!! As for the waterproof housing, that'd be fun to have. Dave K -still lookling for a (cheap) copy of RoboLab so I can actually use (...) (20 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.robotics)
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This summary of the Robolab add-on & pricing: (URL) at the very bottom, a "Waterproof housing for a single RCX" ($118.00) "This enables the user to use the RCX underwater." Anyone know what this is referring to or have experience with it? -Rob A> (20 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.robotics)
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Chris Magno - If I put a wire, in a piece of snow, could that work? Iain (20 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Love the attitude. Calum's going to have a fit. First it was me and my non-Lego sensors... (...) I didn't play with mine long enough to notice. I couldn't get over the ridiculous camber on the front wheels. It just looked so wrong. Rob (20 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Iain, I saw this concepted linked from Philo's page: (URL) from this page as well: (URL) idea of this for a "finger" is way cool: (URL) thought I'd share. Chris (20 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So Calum, Iain and I were walking past the gardens Yesterday and Calum asked about the Loblaws that was going in there. I though I heard they had pulled out because of the abundance of Dominions in the area. One a block away, the other two blocks (...) (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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While not Lego based, here's an interesting site with vidoes for some fast line followers (over 9 feet per second). (URL) and (URL) Hassenplug" <Steve@TeamHassenplug.org> wrote in message news:21159.66.84.205...air.com... (...) (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Ok, so before I answer this, I would need to know when it is? Probably discussed at dinner, but since I was not there.... Jeff VW (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'll attempt to write a timing and scoring application like I did for C$. If I don't get it done a traditional lap sheet and pencil will do. Derek (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Calum Tsang wrote: <snip> (...) Dave K (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Man I don't know how I managed that one. I mean I am dyslexic, but I've never gotten anything that far out of whack before and not noticed it. Derek (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I havent (...) YES YES!!!! YES!!!! Chris (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) The only restrictions are: -Made of Lego, usual rtlToronto building requirements -uses the 8475/8366 Racer controller/receiver pair (ie, not the new outdoor RC or the old 5600 RC) That's about it. (...) I always wanted to get into RC, sigh. (...) (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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On Mon, March 14, 2005 9:12 am, David Koudys said: (...) :) Here's an interesting couple paragraphs from David Cook (author of a couple robot building books). (URL) just a LEGO robot..." Steve (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.robotics)
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We're planning a Live event with the RC cars pretty soon, so I thought you all should know that I finally had enough of the way my RC racer couldn't drive a straight line and fixed the problem permanently with a little help from my friends Phillips (...) (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I always love this quote (from the rulz...) " There is a LEGO category for those getting started in robotics and an Open category for more serious robot builders" 'more serious robot builders...' Yeah, whatever. ;) Dave K (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.robotics)
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I found this (URL) about the 2004 UofC skating robot competition... Schedule is March 2005 for this year's, but no detail on the site. Anyone from West/Central Canada if this is happening again? -Rob A> (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.robotics)
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Caught this via a blog site...(real) jewelry made from (real) Lego. (URL) on Forever Young then use the arrows to navigate between images) -Rob A> (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Haha, you said "Derek" -Rob (watching too many SImpsons reruns) A. (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) That's a good question. I'm used to races based on time, not laps, but it doesn't mater either way. I would think around 10 would be good. (...) I don't think we need any serious restrictions... (...) Except of course this car. Otherwise I'm (...) (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) among the 47-year-old flagarant in-the-closet investment banker group. Iain (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Very cool. my guesses: a Fiero or an older Toyota MR-2 (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I like it, its cool. I'm gonna guess its a Prelude. (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I thought the car was cute, Calum. :) "What is it supposed to be? Extra points for anyone who can guess, despite the quality of my attempt." I guess I'm disqualified since I was at the dinner on Friday. :D Ben Medinets (20 years ago, 14-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Uhhh...hhh.... what Derek said :) 5-foot wide is good. I think that 3 cars at once is a MUST. More fun, more crashes. How many laps per race? 5? 10? I guess that also depends which batteries everyone is using.... Like we discussed, I think (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) The front bumper looks Pontiac Grand Prix-ish. KDJ ___...___ LUGNETer #203 (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Calum, Is that a Delorean? Looks nice! (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks Joseph. (...) I dont think i will have problems with the natural COG of this beast. (...) Ray Thanks, I had no problem with this set up. Have a look at the second photo, you can see that the 8t mesh very nice. The only issue I had with (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Guys, Have I been living under a rock for too long or has everyone already seen this: (URL) and this: (URL) and this: (URL) and this! (URL) Cheers, Ralph (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) When I looked at the first image, one item caught my eye immediately was the 8-tooth gear. When I built my expirement, I had intended the hailfire wheel to be run in an upright position. The first thing I tried was the 8-tooth gear. I found (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I suppose so :) I spent a great deal of time on (URL) prior to building my robot. The perhaps greatest inspiration since a long time is this page, however: (URL) from the already mentioned rtlT event "Smash'em up derby": (URL) for all the kind (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.se)
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(...) It's a solid first attempt. I'd recommend using tiles on some of the studded surfaces if possible. Spoilers are tough. I haven't come up with a satisfactory solution beyond the big racing type spoiler found on my Mustang. For detail, I think (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.build)
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(...) as to CoG and Wheel Center, if the Center of Gravity is above the centerline of the then balancing becomes a monumental task. If the Center of Gravity IS the centerline of the wheels rotation (or even really close in to it) , severe gerbilling (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) i think i learned about deep links... you have to click the image AFTER you click the image.... (geesh) (URL) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) This is what i have so far: (Iain, these are large pic's so dont whine -- i warned you) this was my 3rd attempt. (URL) (after moderation) (i THINK these are the deep links, if they dont work... tough) (URL) was hard to get the spacing on the (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I have used the Hailfire wheel as a pivot point for a bridge. I locked down the Hailfire wheel to a base. I then attached a truss to a frame work between 2 Hailfire wheels. Each Hailfire wheel has 6 gears that run on the inside toothed part of (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) I recall seeing pics on BS that used soccer/basketballs placed within the inner rim to make a nice large turntable. I don't know if that helps, but I thought I'd just mention it. Legoswami (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I can't believe you have that many seats, all at once. That looks quite impressive Iain. Ben (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Tobbe Arnesson" <StPnAtM@lotek.nu> wrote in message news:ID733n.1913@lugnet.com... (...) the (...) (URL) (...) controller/servos (...) Fun and awesome pictures of awesome and magnificient robots! Have you all been inspired by the television series (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.se)
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This is a little Town car I built recently. (URL) it's tough to build small detailed vehicles, especially when you're trying to make them look like real cars. Calum (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.announce.moc)
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(...) I think Joe mighta meant "below the line passing throught the wheel COG", which does tend to help with lateral stability. But I could be wrong... WRT the subject of droid wheels, you may be able to get something happening using wheels placed (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) If the CoG is *not* below the centre of the wheel, the vehicle will move. That's how it works. :) Iain (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Having thought about such and done a fair amount of research on such. I would submit that A) the optimum # of POC (point of contact) is 3 and B) for Stability sake, the COG needs to be below the center of the wheel. These are the features I (...) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Here are some concept photos of one method I toyed with... (URL) (20 years ago, 13-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I ran into the same problem a few weeks ago, when I ordered 3 off of BrickLink to build a model of the HUSS Topple Tower. Here's what I came up with: (URL) seats are attached with 2x1 bricks pressed into the slot, then a 2x4 plate coming out (...) (20 years ago, 12-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I need ideas of ways to attach "stuff" to those Hailfire droid wheels. Lets just pretend i came up with an idea ALL by myself(1) to make an RC car based on this: (URL) tips on driving one of those wheels? Chris 1 - some people with SAY it was there (...) (20 years ago, 12-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I would say the track should be at least 5 feet wide. The fun-nest tracks, especially for first time racers are wide and simple. If you make them complicated people just get frustrated. The enjoyment really comes when you can get a good flow going (...) (20 years ago, 12-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hey guys, Assuming each car needs about a foot wide, would the minimum track width for RC Racing be around 3-4 feet? Calum (20 years ago, 12-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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The Laser Level is awesome. Just tried it out to level my train table. Setup the laser to cast a line 2 bricks above the top of the table. Took a 3 high tower of 2x2 bricks, placed on each corner of the table, and adjusted each leg so the laser (...) (20 years ago, 12-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) "I can't believe you said that" - DK (20 years ago, 12-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Dealer catalogs have gone out for sure, I have mine. 8653 Enzo technic/large scale NOT COMING TO DEALERS in North America as far as I can tell and our price list covers the full year. Sorry. I expect it to hit shop@home, once the boat of stock (...) (20 years ago, 12-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.market.shopping)
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I strolled into my favorite shop - My Gifted Child at Steeles @ 404 - asking about the 2005 Lego lineup. The guy there says they haven't got the dealer catalog yet - while they already have the Thomas and Playmobil catalogs. Makes him wonder what is (...) (20 years ago, 12-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.market.shopping)
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(...) Been there, done that--I got a Metroliner--brande spankin' new--just finished putting the thing together, put it on my layout--the set's not 2 hours in my hands--not even once around the layout--the thing goes flying off the end and smashes on (...) (20 years ago, 11-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Ok, so like the first time I take it out for a spin and I break a piece. Derek (20 years ago, 11-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) This from the guy that missed the last contest because he was playing with his balls. Derek (20 years ago, 11-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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On Fri, March 11, 2005 12:16 pm, Chris Magno said: (...) You guys always inspire me to come up there and show you how to do it right. Steve ----- "Why do you guys insist on looking for loopholes in the rules?" - SH (20 years ago, 11-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Tobbe, Your VERY welcome, I am glad to hear we can be an inspiration to the greater community. :) And to think , with 18 games under our belt; I wonder how many other people we inspire? Chris (20 years ago, 11-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'm going to give you a hug. Iain (BTW, awesome photos! I love the giant rotating tires on the back of your robot. That is just awesome! The underside of your robot is sooooo DaveK. ;) It reminds me of Calum's favourite picture.) (20 years ago, 11-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.se)
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Hi! Thought you guys wanted to see our version of robotwars/battle bots using the RC-cars. Lot's of photos, no comments (not any you folks grasp anyway): (URL) in short: 50 x 50 x 50 cm and max 5 kg. Model airplanes controller/servos was allowed so (...) (20 years ago, 11-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.se)
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A most excellent and cool google map to the restaurant.. (URL) A> (20 years ago, 11-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'm really happy with the Energizer NiMH rechargeables - 2500mAh - 4 for $18 at Home Depot. I have 2 sets of 6, and I use them in my digital camera as well. I use a normal recharger - 5 hours. I'd estimate 30-60 minutes on a charge - depending (...) (20 years ago, 11-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) at the top line there: "Based on UNIX" Oh and from the first paragraph: "The most widely-distributed UNIX-based operating system,..." Your 0 for 2, care to play again? :-) Derek (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Whenever we can find a venue for cheap or free. Unless you guys all want to cough up say..$10 bucks each to rent out Oakwood. All of you are instructed to call up your local high school/community center/church basement etc and to s ee if we (...) (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) They taste great, too! (URL) Iain (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Cool! That's what I'm looking for. Although charging in groups of 4 is annoying. Back when I was racing RC Cars I had 4 battery packs. One for each heat at a standard race day. Back then we did all sorts of things to get the batteries to last (...) (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Wanna know wht I love TLC? So I get the very last 8376 from the local Radio Shack (John, if you can get me a copy of your directions, it'd be appreciated) but all tehy had was the 'off road' version put together--no spare parts, no instructions and (...) (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I like the Rayovac IC3 NiMH 15 minute rechargeables. NiMH batteries can deliver a lot of current all at once, which I think makes up for the fact that the voltage is lower than an alkaline (1.2 instead of 1.5). They do cost a lot ($30 for 4 at Radio (...) (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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The LDraw rendering of my Mini-fig design I was working on is missing. All I can find is the beginning structure of the legs. Not a good thing. I know I had the legs, the hip joint, and the mechanics all worked out. Now I can't find any of that (...) (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Man this head ache is killing me. This should read, I am *now* the proud owner of a lego RC car. etc. Derek (...) (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I'm not the proud owner of a lego RC car. Now I need to know what batteries to get for it. What rechargeable are people having the most luck with? How long to they typically last on a charge? Derek (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hm... TOTALLY unexpected move there, Rob. (20 years ago, 10-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.year.2005, lugnet.town)
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(...) Unfortunatly, I will not be at this months dinner, Jen and I are heading up north [1] for the weekend.... Jeff VW [1] - just to bug Jen, It's actually more east then north (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Orion Pobursky schreef: (...) Yep, is correct. The left one is used in 2004 technic sets. The red truck this part is used as steering elements. Greetings Maico Arts (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.year.2005, lugnet.town)
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(...) Hmm, customized. How about modified? When I get mine, I'll be making all the lights flash!!! -Rob (20 years ago, 9-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.year.2005, lugnet.town)
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Now all you have to do is to post an inventory of the set to peeron :P (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.year.2005, lugnet.town)
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(...) Nug, Nug, Wink, Wink. ;-) Derek (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) You lucky... Mine shipped yesterday. (...) The part on the right in ths picture: (URL) used extensively in the Dirt Crusher RC Car. The other 2 new pieces I haven't seen before. -Orion (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.year.2005, lugnet.town)
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So today I went to work thinking that this was going to be another regular day. It was, until I recieved an email telling me that a package had arrived for me. So I motor down to our mail room and Low and behold there is a big box containing a 7249 (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.year.2005, lugnet.town)
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(...) Iain, Yep, those "liftarms" are the second thing i tried. they work as well. you have to use the holes next to the "ends" but it does work as well. I just wanted to fix the slop. Chris (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) the Pulse Funitel and we need topo specs ASAP for tower design and terminal concept feasability studies. Over that span we're looking at ~150 p/h/d (people per hour per direction) on a bi-directional single line system. That doubles of course (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Cool!! Thanks for posting. I wonder if instead of that piece you could use a... I guess it's called a liftarm? Those little 3x3 L-shaped half-beam things, with the + holes at the ends and the corner, and a through hole in between? Iain (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) The method that I've used is this: - stick a 2x2 brick under each cylinder - stick 4 friction pins inside one 2x2 brick - join together, and restrain on the outside with 5-hole studless beams (could use 1/2 width, full width, or old-school 1x6 (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Screw that, I'm building "How to spend the new $13B in our defence budget"! ;] KDJ ___...___ LUGNETer #203 (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) They're icky. (...) The pics have the 2+1 seating configuration of an ERJ. The CRJ has 2+2. KDJ ___...___ LUGNETer #203 (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) (URL) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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how can I join 2 "stud receptacles" together? I saw this: (URL) the method for butting 2 old pnu cylinders together is cool, and WORKS. I tried it with the 90 degree 1/2 beam as well, and it ALSO works. there is a TINY bit of slop, and am looking (...) (20 years ago, 8-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I thought that it was powered off a piece of Angel Food Cake (that Arthur later ate...) -Scott Lyttle (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) <snip> THe thing with the lift bridges is I needed at least 3 bricks 'above ground (the baseplate) to achieve a satisfactory lifting mechanism. We may have to get the track to rise a few plates from the 'old layout' to the lift bridge (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) Yay! (...) The water is 1 brick thick, studs to the left. I have some small grey piers which hold the track up. I think this means I will need to start modifying my modules to have the track go out to the rest of the layout. (...) One of the (...) (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) Looks good to me. I unfortunately can't offer to work on anything other then my own space. I am so far behind everyone one else I still don't feel like I can get it all done in time. Derek (20 years ago, 7-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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