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(...) I too won't be able to attend. I have hoped to, but between buying a new car on Thursday, and my Father's B-Day on Saturday, I just can't make it. Best of luck to you guys, I'm sure it will be a blast. I am looking forward to seeing pictures (...) (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'm not using standard monorail track, which is why its experimental. That and its not running quite the way I'd like it to yet. Needs more work, but it does run. (...) Actually I don't think anyone has seen my "GO" train, yet. I think you are (...) (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) I am pretty sure that there will be room....we have room in there to have our layout, have a puppet show (yes...there is puppet show "stage" in the conference room(s) there), set up tables for the catalogues (and brochures), t-shirts (which (...) (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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I've finally figured out what I'll be able to bring, and how to bring it. Here's what I plan to bring: 2 engines, 1 tender and 3 cars, 6 wide sets. 1 engine, 3 passenger cars, 8 wide creations. 1 experimental monorail with a loop of track. I was (...) (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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Jeff & All, (...) I wish I could, I am solidly booked up for the next few weekends, between moving and everything else. My apologies. Scott S. -- (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) When is this event? If it is in the next 2 weeks, I will probably go. (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi All, I was kind of curious to know if anyone south of the border was planning on attending rtlToronto Train2 in Toronto? I hope so, because it would be a good oppertunity to meet everyone. Jeff VW (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Cool....even if you stay for an hour after set-up...I think you won't regret it. So if you are coming, are you going to bring rolling stock? I liked your trains!!!! Anyways....that might be a lot of travelling back and forth. And you know the (...) (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) k, here's my tentative plan, based on how much sleep i get and how much i feel like driving all over the place. the wedding's at 2 p.m. so i will (tentatively) be showing up to help with the setup in the a.m. then i plan to stay until the last (...) (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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Hi, I spent about 5 minutes today reorganizing the pic / titles on my Lugnet Lego Page.... here is the hot link: (URL) - these are all pic's curtesy of Jeff Van Winden and Dave Koudys. Its a shame that Dave can't make it to train2....I'll have to (...) (23 years ago, 7-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Is Rob going to build (a) train bridge(s) between my module and Calum's or not? What will the length of it be...in the current diagram, there is a small space in between the two....I was just thinking of a "small" road bridge between the two (...) (23 years ago, 6-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I have lots to do.... Build my 'spare' module (the wood is cut... I just have to assemble.... Building some more buildings.... with almost no bricks.... buts lots of doors and windows :) ... eat... sleep.. work.. Jeff VW. "Calum Tsang" (...) (23 years ago, 6-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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<snip> (...) I have a couple extra motors, and I have at least 2 spare battery boxes. Benjamin Medinets (23 years ago, 5-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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<snip> (...) I am bringing one from last time, and one more that I just got this past week...bringing my total to 2 twin tank cars!! (that is 5, even without Tim's cars....at least 11 with!!!) <snip> Rolling Stock: a) Freight Train I will bring at (...) (23 years ago, 5-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) I'll be there. I'll have some rolling stock with me. Pierre and Luc will be coming too. KZ MonLUG #3 (23 years ago, 5-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) Still to do: The 1/2 module next to Iain's stuff. The 1/2 module at the end of the mountain. About 30% of the mountain. The secret base (oops). The town. The train cars. The last 1024 studs worth of grey highlights on the bridge. Probably 20 (...) (23 years ago, 5-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, A week to train2. How are people doing with their modules? Anyone have any map updates (I know I haven't added Tim's extra module behind Jeff's roundhouse, I will) From what I read, we have JeffE, JeffVW, Iain, Ben, Tim, bringing modules. (...) (23 years ago, 5-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Sweet. Thanks. If you've got extra, I think I have space for a siding next to CalumM1-M3. I still need to build that overhang, but since I have all sorts of space, I can make it pretty wide. Send me an email and let me know when you're free (...) (23 years ago, 5-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) As usual, I have a copious supply for lending purposes. Since you need to pick up the crossroads and black roof tiles anyway, you could kill two birds, etc. Yeah, I've got a wedding this afternoon, too. Some people have their priorities (...) (23 years ago, 4-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Is anyone going to Cookstown, or knows a place in the Tdot proper that sells straight 9V? I need an extra box of 8 straights. Will pay you back immediately. Calum PS-it all came down this morning. I ran out of straight track, I realized I had to go (...) (23 years ago, 4-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) of (...) It's in the dreams of many of us :-) Mario (23 years ago, 3-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Thanks Mario, I really like your site as well. Did you find it in my links section? :) Your robots are very well made and very creative. I actually made a copy of your Eolo pneumatic robot a while back. I know the original idea came from (...) (23 years ago, 3-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Some (...) Rob, great site and great robots! Ciao Mario (23 years ago, 3-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Thanks Derek! I'm okay for now, I acquired a few of these as well from ZNAP sets. Once we get the full rtlToronto DCC conversion in full blown operation, ie, stamping out decoders past the initial trial, then everyone will need to give a train (...) (23 years ago, 3-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I've somehow managed to collect a large number of these 9v battery boxes. I would be willing to donate a few of them to the cause if needed. Derek (23 years ago, 2-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks! I have enjoyed looking at your Lego milling machines and lathes. I worked as a machinist for a summer and a co-op term, so I like this kind of stuff. Apparently you have been corresponding with Iain for a while now. He was telling me (...) (23 years ago, 2-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) It's great, especially the window walker! Jürgen (23 years ago, 2-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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Rob, your site is just great. I have a great respect for you all in Toronto. Your site reflects the quality of your work. I am sure this will be a favorite place for all Technic fans. -- Bob Fay rfay@we.mediaone.net (URL) Stehlik" (...) (23 years ago, 2-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Really cool! Great work Rob! I've linked it to the front page of rtlToronto. Calum (23 years ago, 2-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Jeff, yes I could definitely use the BURP's. Sorry I haven't gotten around to getting them from you yet. I guess evenings are best to pick them up? How about this evening (Thurs)? As for the time, it's a little here, a little there, while I (...) (23 years ago, 2-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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Hi everyone, I just finished my website last night after several weeks of hard work. Please take a minute to browse through and let me know what you think. Some of the highlights are: a window walking robot a Logo type turtle with complete building (...) (23 years ago, 2-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics)
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(...) I'll endeavor to bring my chapel, the BrickWarz rules an' the Big LEGO sign… I recall T1 when I said that this is gonna be big, but T2... well this will be huge! -R (23 years ago, 2-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) Jude is right, I will be up North in Penetanguesene...spe.....Georgain Bay. I will be leaving early from there that morning to make it to the show. I might be able to fit a module in...We might have a little room. I do not think I will be (...) (23 years ago, 2-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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Précis: Honestly, I like the way Calum and Chris run rtltoronto. I think they compose quality events and handle the organization extremely well! I appreciate the fact that they openly allow splinter groups (Castle-BrickWarz) to coexist within their (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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(...) We don't. In fact, rtlToronto proper is really just Chris and I making some very high level decisions, based on what people tell us, usually at dinners and events. Inevitably that power is vested in us because a) we've taken the initiative and (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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(...) Will be there with a few rolling stock. Tim are you bringing your twin tank convoy? I'll bring 2. What about the other MonGol... er MonLUGois. Those of you who want to ride with me please confirm before thursday next week, I'll leave a 7 (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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I'll be there, with three blank modules (well, of course the track will span them). I've got ideas floating around in my head (and on paper) for a three-car articulated trainset for short-duty commuter hauls. :-/ Iain (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) Yes you are. :-). The last I heard from Jeff is he is planning on attending because he and Sue will be in the GTA camping that weekend. I guess this means we can pack the back seat. <grin> Jude ParLUGment #1 (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) No problem. I thought you might have been car-pooling with us, so if there's one less person then there's a little more room for layout stuff. So I guess I'll be driving then Jude. Jeff Brundige, are you planning to attend? Play well. Tim (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) Sorry guys but I will be driving with my mom so space is tight in my car. I also have a very tight shopping schedule near Markham on Sunday. I can carry one or two modules on the back seat if necessary. My trunk is always full when I return (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) I don’t, I like it when others show interest in our operations. I believe that the 'isolationist tactics’ are solely those of Calum. These are his personal views that do not reflect the group. And I apologize for his actions... On behalf of (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) As I've said, that appropriateness is not a viewpoint I share with you. I think there IS value in the free flow of ideas and discussion, in both directions. But if rtlToronto as a group feels that non club members shouldn't post in the (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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(...) I haven't left much room in the present layout for buildings, but there is one strip that can accomodate some. I figured Jude's apartment, and maybe 1 or 2 of my houses, and then if you or Jeff have anything. Now that's just what fits on my (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) Me too, me too! Who's riding with who? I assume it will be me or Ka-On driving. I'll have to see how much will fit in my car when the modules are done. I decided to scrap my 1x2's and get some more - start all over. I hate building something (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) I believe the two are directly interwoven. I'm proud of my group because of its number of posts, which directly reflect the progress of development in our events. When the post count goes up it’s not cause we simply enjoy the conversation, but (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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(...) If you are looking for good hotels, there are lots of them. If you are looking for inexpensive student residence style hotel that is still resonably nice, check out Neill-Wycik Co-op Hotel. (URL) about a 15 to 20 minute walk from the Library, (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I will be there. I'm planning on bringing a bunch of red hopper cars. Tim or Jude, if you guys need anything build for the module, like a small building or something, let me know and I'll see what I can come up with. Kevin (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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How many AFOLs are gonna make it? I am coming. :-) Jude (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.monlug, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) Are you proud of our group or the number of posts? From the messages you were sending, I got the impression that you were more interested in having the most posts and not what the group was doing. I still wouldn't call them stupid, but I found (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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(...) I'll add it in tomorrow, thanks! I'm glad you're doing one...I was thinking about doing a quick and dirty switching yard, but I might have to put it off. I still have to build that side track. Calum (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) I hope it goes well--I'm glad someone is taking the initiative to organize something other than just Train and Technic. (...) Thanks for the suggestions though-I probably put something in after train2 and all this dies down. But to think, (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Downtown unfortunately is a little pricey. Close would be the Toronto Colony Hotel, the Delta Chelsea, the Metropolitan, and that Quality Inn up on Bloor on the north side of campus. I've stayed in the Delta Chelsea and the Colony, and the (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Not at all. I'm glad you are proud of it, as am I. However, the approach to this I question. I also suggest you to be proud of a different metric other than posts--instead, how many events we've run, people we've informed and (...) (23 years ago, 1-Aug-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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(...) :-) Nah... With all the upcoming releases like Metroliner, Club Car and 8466, plus all the new and re-issue of Macross and Gundam toys, I really need to keep my job. ^_^; (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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Hi guys, Well I've decided to go to train2! However, I'm going for the whole weekend, since thats way I can bring my significant other, and that way I'm allowed to go :). I will drop her off with friends while train2 is on... Can any of you (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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MULTI reply to message all in one message. I could keep this thread alive and post 2 or 3 reply posts BUT just to be mean, and keep the post count down, I'm gonna do a group reply. (sticks thumbs in ears, and wiggles fingers, and looks at Richard) (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) LOL…Too funny, I didn’t think you’d pick up on that. O.K. fine so ‘Progress Report” would be a bit of a stretch! -R (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general)
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(...) I thank you for your honesty and I respect your opinion. Fine, “at best silly, or annoying, or at worst result in the degredation of quality” simple criticism and a disagreement is totally fine, but, don’t insult me with the word stupid. (...) (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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(...) Exactly! Remember, anyone can say WHAT they want, WHEN they want, and HOW they want. As long as it’s within the bounds of the TOS agreement and doesn’t anger the great almighty Todd it’s cool. I think most of us are intelligent to realize that (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general)
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(...) I do when those posts are nothing but filled with periods. I agree with Eric, they incite others to randomly post as well. (...) It certainly does reflect on the group. As it relates rtlToronto as a group to other groups in terms of posts. (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general)
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<snip> (...) Richard, Take it easy. Just so you know the posts did look like rtlToronto was trying to start a competition with NELUG. That may not be how you meant them but that is how I perceived them. You might also not be aware that many people (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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Calum Tsang wrote: “Actually, it's no one in rtlToronto really, it's Richard doing his own thing, for whatever stupid reasons. On behalf of rtlToronto as an organization, I apologize, it's not us in any formal capacity.” (...) Really, I'm sorry you (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.general)
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(...) Sure. We'll talk next week. Jude (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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To All, (...) It isn't our fault we just have so much to talk about! ; ) Really, it is just from GATS, that rtltoronto group up there (We love you folks, just a mild jest in the spirit of international competition!). The forum is a good place to get (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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| | Re: The rtlToronto Shirt, finally.
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(...) I guess I better speak up too. I'll take a medium if there's any left. Thanks. Play well. Tim Strutt 8^) ParLUGment #2 (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) From the looks of things, MichLug is going to squash the competition-- since the original post on July 9th, NELUG's gotten 160 posts, rtlToronto's gotten 238, but MichLug's got a whopping 421 posts-- and even dominates lugnet.general in recent (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org, lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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| | Re: Train2 Layout, Week3
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(...) If I borrow Jeff VW's extra module, or in the off chance that I actually get more modules built, I will try to add a switching yard in between Ben and Jeff's modules in the center of the layout. Calum, you can add this to the layout file if (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) Actually, it's no one in rtlToronto really, it's Richard doing his own thing, for whatever stupid reasons. On behalf of rtlToronto as an organization, I apologize, it's not us in any formal capacity. I've already privately apologized to Eric (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: The rtlToronto Shirt, finally.
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(...) Ka-On, Do what I am planning to do, take the week off before and build like crazy. :-) Jude (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) Follow the original message thread… (URL) about who’s gonna take top spot in the ‘race’ for most posts by an organization. Both MichLug and rtlTorontoare poised to surpass the once dominant NELUG!!! Shaun Sullivan wrote: (...) Actually, 'I' (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org)
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(...) Those wacky Canucks in rtlToronto have been playing this game whereby they are determined to surpass the message traffic in the leading (by message count) US LUG newsgroup ... namely, NELUG's. At the time this message was posted, rtlToronto (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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You mean the grey turntable? Its available from Dacta. I assume you live in (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) 1) I've load tested my layout with 18 lbs of lead push/pulled by 6 engines. This includes having 9 lbs+ dynamic loading on a bridge at once. Incidentally, this train goes a heck of a clip on slopes... :) 2) My layout is 10-wide compliant, (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) <rant> one more time... AAA...AAARRR...RRRGG......HHH!!!! not in reference to anything posted, just in reference to the plain and simple and sucky fact that I WON'T BE THERE!!!...!!! not that i'm dwelling in my pain and misery here.... hope (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yahoo for Oily Tires! (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Calum, I'd like to thank you for recognizin’ the small but very vocal faction of rtlToronto who supports Castle and the BrickWarz movement. I really appreciate it! You FAQ’s were well written and informative. Have you ever thought of includin’ (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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. .. ... .... ..... ...... ....... ........ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... Just 30 posts away… ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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(...) partake in BrickWarz. `,) How ‘bout this… If we allow you to use your shootin’ cannons on an RCX robo controlled death-bot would ya play? ? ? Sincerely, --==Riçhärd==-- P.S. where did you acquire the turret? That piece is both hard to find and (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I like how the fist isn't actuated by anything onboard. :) Calum (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) you to enjoy. Suggest some questions to be answered that you think people new to the group would want answered! Especially those new to the group, Trevyn, Derek, Eric, JeffVW even... Calm (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I hate to take a Chris Magno Train Baiting (tm) but he's right, there's also a pile of rtlToronto8 photos you and others graciously emailed me that haven't been processed and uploaded because of train2 activities (modules, building, DCC, (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi Trevyn I gotta hurry back and finish my GREAT train the MWME. (Ya right) (...) its been so long since I've haggled over the rules with Bruce that I more or less forgot. I though some of these questions have been answered. But for the record I'll (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I don't make jokes about TRAINS!!!! just take a look at a few ideas i have almost implemented. the idea is there, and if Calum ever stops calling me I could finish the darn thing (grin) here are 4 shots of the MWME (grin) ---...--- (URL) first (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I was thinking this was all a joke until I called Chris and while we were chatting, he was piecing together the MWME in the background. Looking for magnets, shooting cannons, female minifigure hair... ...so beware kids! Calum (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I will have a 'spare' module that can be used.... (but no extra track!!) Jeff VW "Tim Strutt" <heidi.strutt@sympatico.ca> wrote in message news:GHB981.4Cy@lugnet.com... (...) (23 years ago, 31-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi. I'm Trevyn of Seanna or Steve or Trevyn or Nicholas. I have come to rtlToronto 7 and 8, but never competed, a fact about which Chris seems rather annoyed :). I would like to build a robot for rtlToronto9, and i have a few questions that were not (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) is this what you REALLY believe? REALLY...... I can see it now, as the MWME (Magno Weight Maker Express) comes chugging on past each module, you should hear a delightful THUMP. as the corner of one mod, SLAMS against the table. Lastly, because (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Is anyone planning to add a switching yard to the existing layout? It seems we should probably have somewhere to store the excess cargo cars unless we're only planning to have two trains worth on the rails at a time. If nobody else is planning (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Actually, there is transponding systems available for DCC, Digitrax make them (I'm playing with just normal DCC for now anyway...and only have 2 decoders fitted...) DCC is not intended to be used to computer control trains...but, to run more (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) There exists a mode for TMWDCC called "Route" mode which throws switches in sequence at certain times, to which you have to drive towards them. It's slightly automated, yet mostly driving oriented. Maybe we need to see what kind of fun can be (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Calum Tsang" <tsangc@mie.utoronto.ca> wrote in message news:GHAr1x.Cur@lugnet.com... (...) PLCs. Hmm, I dunno. 4 096 I/O might not be enough. (...) few (...) I have this thought on wether or not stuff should be completly automated, but I don't know (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Keep a Medimum for me if they are available at Train2. Oh yeah I am coming to Train2, although I can't bring much. My 'nasty surprise' project is very far from complete. ;-) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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ROFLMAO!!!! Thanks for the laugh... Jeff VW (heading home to continue construction...) (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Bolting them should reduce a lot of that... Calum (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Ima Myneephig Roads & Works Commission, Civic Parkland Region rtlVille, ON Mr. C. Tsang, Dept. Civic Engineering, Saraville, ON Dear Mr. Tsang, It has come to our attention that traffic snarls continue to occur in our area due to the fact that (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Tick... tick... tick... So I spent about 1/2 the weekend building; I always seem to bite off just *slightly* more than I can chew with these events :) Less than two weeks, and the BEMM (Big Evil Mountain Module) is now about 14% complete. I don't (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) with new modules from JeffVW, Tim Strutt and myself. Mail any updates to me. Calum (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) The software we're using, TMWDCC 1.33, allows for a "route" mode which can execute timed switch throwing, but that's about the extent of it. Iain Hendry has been thinking about this for a while. One system we thought of was using a Dacta (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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G'Day Let me put in my order for one T-shirt(large) Cheers Oliver "Calum Tsang" <tsangc@mie.utoronto.ca> wrote in message news:GH4A08.4o@lugnet.com... (...) rtlToronto (...) it (...) any (...) events. (...) seriously (...) be (...) Train2 (...) (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Last yesterday Mario finished putting together the first DCC decoder: (URL) is a hand built thru hole, some solder, some wire wrap, implementation of the Dean Probst PIC decoder. It fits into a 9V battery box, which is a lot larger than we (...) (23 years ago, 29-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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