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"Calum Tsang" <tsangc@mie.utoronto.ca> wrote in message news:H2twoo.2wz@lugnet.com... (...) SI? :( (Like seriously, what is every american thinking who reads this? OH LOOK ALL CANADIANS ARE JUST YUPPIE CHILDREN WHO ALSO USE A PIECE OF CRAP MEASURING (...) (23 years ago, 22-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, Well, it looks like many folks would like to do vending machines in March at the Library, and there's folks building for train4, which I'm looking forward to (I'm building a TGV/Thalys like train!) even though a concrete date isn't set for (...) (23 years ago, 22-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) at our next lunch I will actually SAY all the things that I am not allowed to post here. and I think she is purple... so that makes it even worse. WOW, those are fast hands. -- Chris (23 years ago, 21-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Angelo Castellano" <statsone@sympatico.ca> wrote in message news:002a01c26115$42...9rt100b... (...) I hate to do this, but I just finished a rant on rec.roller-coaster about that phrase. What exactly does "way too much free time on their hands" (...) (23 years ago, 21-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 From: "Iain Hendry" snip (...) snip : : : "The only person sure of himself is the man who wishes to : leave things as they are, and he dreams of an impossibility" : -- George M. Wrong. : : Angelo (...) (23 years ago, 21-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) Iain (23 years ago, 21-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I haven't been to Walmart in a bit, but last time I went to Winners near my house, the selection was rather weak...they had just moved their Lego around for the third time this year. Their HP sets are over priced, but they do have a unusually (...) (23 years ago, 20-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) set is 3621 from their "Explore" line (their Duplo replacement) ... set name is Polar Animals and the Suggested Retail Price is 24.99 which would bring the price to almost $40 CDN, if bought at full retail. I think the penguins are very (...) (23 years ago, 20-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Jeff Elliott" <jeffe@telepres.com> wrote in message news:3D89E534.6FE52B...res.com... (...) There isn't any flex tubing in Derek's *axles*, he's got it between the crosses in the 2x1x0.5 beams that are shown as 3x1x0.5 beams. But what I don't get (...) (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) actually, I was lurking a couple days when I had the chance to go down to the library at Fort Drum (in Watertown), and it looked like there was a lot of discussion, especially about flex axles. I am waiting for my big check from Uncle Sam so I (...) (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) :) Good to have u back Ben! t'was far too quiet with out you... --==Richard==-- (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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just posting to let everyone that i am now back from my vacation?? and am ready to get back into do some lego fun. Ben sorry my posting was so short, but my mom wants me to go and help her friend move.... <sigh> (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I call for dibs on the capes… ~PLEASE!!! C’mon! It’s not like a ‘cape’ is gonna add to their building experience. Plus, It’d probably be wise to nix this minifig accessory cause it’ll eventually become worn-out an’ possible soiled! (it’ll (...) (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I think you've go it a little mixed up. The wheels in my truck are taken from the 9V train wheel block. (URL) are surprisingly easy to pop out. Never thought of doing this before though. The metal axle that holds the two wheels together is the (...) (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Sorry to jump into the thread late and dumb, but *doh*... Looking at the rendering... you've captured a flex tube between two of those motor-mounting 2x1 plates with the extra bit on them? And that's your axle for the train? I think that's one of (...) (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) You dont need them all do you? 8?) ROSCO (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I've managed to train the grad students and administrators in my research lab to automatically call me before buying any piece of equipment-whether it's a new workstation, test tool, or imaging device. University purchasing is truly an art--we have (...) (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Bah. Join a theatre group. We have a full skeleton and several plastic skulls kicking around - some of them literally, my kids play with them. :) (not to mention a housefull of other less macabre props) James (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) That's nothing. it has always been my dream to own a full-size plastic human skeleton. For the sole purpose of storing it in my hallway closet. when nosey guest were wandering the home they might discover the "skeleton in my closet." My Wife (...) (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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While my car was being serviced tonight, my mom picked me up and we went out to dinner (our waitress was BJORK'S TWIN SISTER. My mom said she could take our picture together but I didn't want to freak her out. So when I got home I took a picture (...) (23 years ago, 19-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I'll split the cost of any of these kits you can get your hands on - you keep the motor and battery box and cables. I actually like the ZNAP kits and have a lot of the structural parts.... Cheers, Ralph (...) (23 years ago, 18-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi all, .... the Party Packagers store at Orfus Rd & Caledonia in North York has a couple of the large 3571 ZNAP sets with motors for $10. Boxes are a little opened/damaged, so make sure you check the contents for those incredibly useful and (...) (23 years ago, 18-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Derek Raycraft" <derek.raycraft@sitraka.com> wrote in message news:3D87C15D.803080...aka.com... (...) You guys are so good at this! Iain (23 years ago, 18-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Ok so I finish the base of the truck. (URL) is the older design. I still need to find the model for the 2 long half beam so I can model the new design. Derek (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'm not sure what was meant by saying flex tubing was used in design of the trucks discused in that thread. I did up a diagram of my truck, but I can't post it at the moment. Hopefully later tonight or tomorrow. Basicly you pop the wheels out (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Larry Pieniazek" <lpieniazek@mercator.com> wrote in message news:H2L3L5.Hsu@lugnet.com... (...) used (...) flex tubing with this? Iain (STILL confused about the trucks) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Just found 4105 for $14.99 at Walmart today. This is the 500 piece Creator bucket. A little expensive, but a nice assortment. They also have the green and orange Duplo buckets in too. Also found a number of clocks for $29.99 there too-there's a (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) hehe, what could you be referring too? :-) Actually the point has become moot. As it turns out the interference of other parts has made it unnessisary to cut flex tubing after all. The pneumatic T-connector will do just fine. Its nice to know (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yes I think this is the part Iain is wondering about. (...) Yes I'm using a similar design, to what they are talking about in this thread, for my trucks. Derek (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yes this is one of the parts I'm talking about, but I don't think it's the one Iain is wondering about. Derek (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'm tremendously glad to see the consensus on this one! I've taken my knife to many a flex tube, usually with nagging doubts as to the purity of that act. The ultra-purists in NELUG seem comfortable with it, but it's nice to know that others (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) will the REAL derek please stand up? BTW cut NOTHING!!! I don't cut my lego parts and I'm a better man for it..... Sure my Search sub and 8460 look a bit odd, but i still have very long pneumatic tubing. Fight the urge, be lego pure. :) . .. (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) (URL) over in .trains posted a design for low profile trucks that used flex tubing and uses that door rail part.... this post is the start of a thread about it. (URL) might not be what was meant though. Hope that helps. 1 - collaborative (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Snipped - The message and the hoses :) I believe that Derek is talking about this peice. (URL) VW (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) (I did say IIRC!... so I didn't RC this time)... well I left myself an escape clause: "if you know they cut it during manufacturing" which they clearly do... they do not MOLD it to all those different lengths, you can see the cut marks. (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) No. Flex tube is abundant in a number of sets including the RIS package, the DDK, the RC Racer, the Gungan Sub etc. Go right ahead! Calum (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I don't think so. Pnuematic tubing yes, but flex tubing is generally already supplied in the correct lengths. But I say go ahead & cut it anyway! ROSCO (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I figure if you can find an instruction that LEGO(r) published that shows a particular thing being cut, or if you know they cut it during manufacturing, it's OK to cut that thing yourself too. IIRC LEGO has shown Flex tube being cut in (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Oh, you want to talk network problems eh? We (the Interactive Media Lab, home of Peach and other such things) moved into the brand new, $104 million Bahen Center for IT at the University last month. Since then, while all of our MIE powered (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Derek Raycraft" <derek.raycraft@sitraka.com> wrote in message news:3D86611F.506050...aka.com... (...) ::scratches head:: I can't picture what piece you're talking about: "those 1x2 plates with the groves on the sides". I'm really curious about what (...) (23 years ago, 17-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) At 4:54 p.m. today, I was shutting dowm my laptop, settling myself down to another week of Windsor not being connected--after all, I was on the phone the entire day with a variety of different companies and services... At 4:55 p.m. the branch (...) (23 years ago, 16-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Derek Raycraft writes: <snip> (...) The GMLTC cuts flex tubing all the time! We absolutely frown on cutting any LEGO pieces, but we conveniently turn the other cheek when it comes to flex tubing... So, go ahead and (...) (23 years ago, 16-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I'm trying to get the tilt mechanism of my tilting train lower to the ground so I can make the joint between two cars lower to the ground. This will make it easier to connect the two cars with a more useful walk through. First step was to remove the (...) (23 years ago, 16-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Just fyi...there is a train show coming up in Brampton, fair size, no Lego, but good for ideas... Brampton Model Railroad Show October 5-6, 2002 - Brampton Fairgrounds,8 km North of Bovaird Dr., on Hwy 410/Heartlake Rd. 10:30am - 4:30pm. Adults (...) (23 years ago, 15-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: Needed: A Game for rtlToronto12 and 13 ASAP
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(...) Yes, plus some of John Barnes' sensors. And maybe some non-Lego stuff for the extinguishing, but its mostly Lego. Rob (23 years ago, 15-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hey Mister! Your joke... Sorry, I just had to. :) (...) (23 years ago, 14-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Dave, are you sure it is not a OS problem? ;) sorry i just had to. :) -- Chris (23 years ago, 14-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So here I am at work in Burlington at 10:55 a.m., looking forward to dinner at Mels. However, by 11:00 a.m. on Friday the 13th (go figure), I was on the road to Windsor, Ontario (3 hours away). It seems that the issues the branch was strugging with (...) (23 years ago, 14-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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never mind... as it turns out, i won't be able to make it. :( perhaps next time. -R (...) (23 years ago, 13-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Helloooooooo, Well does anyone wanna trade? All I really need is 4: Qui Gon Jin’s & 5: Battle droids I'll pay $cash$ The Darth Maul’s & ninja body armor are jus’ extras if anyone wants to sell them! -R (...) (23 years ago, 13-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Rob, are you building your robot with JUST lego for this fire fighting event?? -- Chris (23 years ago, 13-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I agree wholeheartedly with Derek. The Library would be a good place for the vending machines. I probably wouldn't be able to build a vending machine by November. I am focussed right now on building my fire extinguishing robot. Rob "Derek Raycraft" (...) (23 years ago, 12-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I go for dem killa bots. Der... I mean bricks. Yeah. killa bricks. That's what I meant to say. :-) DOC (...) (23 years ago, 12-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I'm going to be in Montreal instead of Mel's. Go figure. But here's what I do: I put as much weight over the drive wheels as possible. This improves traction. I use a 2x2 round plate with the curved, smooth bottom, the one used on boats in Town. Or (...) (23 years ago, 12-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I could probably convince kate to come by. It would only be for a few hours because we will all be heading out to see DOC at the other meeting..... either way Mel's has a fine (grease less) chicken breast salad.... (fyi) -- Chris (23 years ago, 12-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yeah, I know. I read that after I posted. Too bad. Regina was looking forward to a night at Swiss Chalet. After I described the greasiness of the food at Mel's, Regina refuses to go there. Can't blame her, really. Matthias Jetleb (23 years ago, 12-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) (23 years ago, 12-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Thanks y’all! But I'll be heading down to Fairview (404) on Friday. It’ll be on my way to the dinner @ Mel’s on the 13th. Here’s hoppin’ that a few will be left… Appreciatively, --==RïçhårÐ==-- Part’s trading @ Mel’s; I'm in need of about 4(four) (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) LOL!! Well, if I had a girlfriend, I'd bring her. ;) Iain PS - I just had an amazing recovery from nearly blorping this entire MOTT's Fruitsation (Strawberry) all over my lap. I was peeling back the lid, and it SHOT over, and blorped this crap (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I always run into that problem too, Matt. Usually what I try to do is make the vertical axis on which the castor pivots as tall as possible, so the moment on the axle is reduced as much as possible (else it binds). I also try to keep the (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) It's been pushed back to November 24. "Where" is quite obvious.. :) (Hint: Look for a subway station called "Sheppard") Iain (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Kids like action and fast moving vehicles (and we like 'Hey Mister...')-- We could either do something we've done before (a la block (marble) gathering/stacking/whatever) which has been quite entertaining in the past with lots of vehicles 'n (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I like the idea of having Vending Machines in March for two reasons. I think it will fit well with a library sponsored event were we can show off lots of different robotic designs. Its something they can promote easily. Its something that can run (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Just so you know Matthias, we are meeting at Mel's on Friday. Jeff VW (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Calum, If I understand the goal of the vending machine idea correctly then I would think it would be ideally suited for the event sponsored by the Library. What I mean is if there is active participation for the audience by interacting with the (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks for the chat ROSCO! It was fun, though it showed the problems with the built-in chat program--it doesn't refresh until you type something in. I plan on keeping the block stacking 'bot around until I come up with something better--so log (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Chris: Regina wants to know if Kate is coming to the next dinner? If so, she'll come too. She's been dying for an excuse to go to Swiss Chalet but thinks the rest of us are probably too boring. It think it goes something like: "Anyone who would (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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While continuing to sort, I've ocasionally been distracting myself with other tasks. One of them was to try to build different castor designs. I'm not having much luck, except for one possibly quite unique design I'll bring to the next meeting. What (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) When and where? Matthias Jetleb (23 years ago, 8-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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It may be a good idea to start with rtl13. What event would work best in the library setting? Then, decide on rtl12. It doesn't seem like Trebuchets would be good IN the library. Are they interested/willing to hold the event outside? (is that even (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, I'm told my Chris that we need to get our acts together for rtlToronto12 and 13, which are November/December 2002 and March 2003 respectively. This is because 13 will be actively sponsored by the Toronto Public Library-advertised in their (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) (March) and rtlToronto/live1 (June) events. Here's a photo of Greg Hyland running BattleBricks RC and the Live1 photo album: (URL) was pretty nifty-we had four people driving robots at once, but it was unreliable. There were IR dead spots and (...) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Me too! On my first try! Well sorta - got an unhandled exception & lost control on my *very* first try 8?( Onya Dave! ROSCO (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Have you guys seen this? (URL) (23 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Richard, They had about 10 rafts at the ToysToysToys in the Eaton center downtown today. $3 each. Let me know by e-mail if you want me to pick some up for you. John (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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If you aren't in a hurry for those, I'll try to check it for you at Fairview Mall since it's pretty close to my school. But I can't guarantee that I'll have time this week cuz I'm quite busy with an upcoming Humane Society event... Kevin "richard (...) (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Yeah the mall is right at 404/Shepard. Just exit at Shepard and follow the sign that says "To Fairview Mall" or "To Fairview Drive". The store is Toys Toys Toys. Kevin "richard noeckel" <shroud_of_kung_fu@hotmail.com> wrote in message (...) (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I think I might have seen this at Square One but I'm not certain. I don't think they had eight of them though. Calum (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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If anyone should find this set plz let me know! 2537 {SHELL Promotional Set: River Raft} (URL) need about 8 of ‘em. Thanks, --==Richard==-- P.S. is the mall in north york, along hwy. 404? (or) By Iain in Kitchener? What store had them? (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Kevin Cheng" <cactuar@rogers.com> wrote in message news:H28Ip4.9yy@lugnet.com... (...) Yeah, I'm not sure but I think it's the biggest one here. Right off of Highway 8. It has a nice logo, I remember it as a kid. Iain (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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28 tan 1x1 bricks! Woo woo, I am SO there. Jeff E (...) (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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They have Fairview Mall in Kitchener? Hehe, I didn't know that, the one I was talking about was the one in NorthYork, just beside 404/Shepard exit. The stores that carry the Shell promo sets are called Toys Toys Toys. They can be found in most (...) (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I won't be there either... I'm still stuck up here in Watertown, NY (near Kingston). So far things are going good. I'll see if I can make it to the October dinner. Ben (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks for checking it out! Was it you who was trying to stack 4 blocks? It was a valiant effort, but I didn't make the 'bot grabber arm long enough--maybe a future enhancement! Glad you had fun! Take care. Dave K (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Strange feeling to be able to move blocs with a Lego 'bot 6000 km away !!! Just succeeded to pile up 3 blocs, works fine ;o) Congratulations, Philo www.philohome.com (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Kevin Cheng" <cactuar@rogers.com> wrote in message news:H27DDB.yw@lugnet.com... (...) sets (...) Would that be Fairview Mall in Kitchener? What store had them? I live right across the street from it. Iain (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Yeah my friend works at the Hillcrest Toys Toys Toys and she said those sets were sold pretty fast. Though today I still saw some at Fairview Mall and they were on sale for $2.99 each. Kevin "Calum Tsang" <tsangc@mie.utoronto.ca> wrote in message (...) (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hey folks, For those interested, about a month ago I saw the Shell promo sets mentioned before at the Toys Toys Toys at Square One. I forgot about them quickly but suddenly remembered while scrolling the set database-the sets themselves are nothing (...) (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) NOW I have a challenge. :) -- Chris (23 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Fixed--the 'bot was stuck up on some blocks. Glad you like it! I'll try to make it less stuckable! Dave (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"David Koudys" <dkoudys@redeemer.on.ca> wrote in message news:H26H0x.82E@lugnet.com... (...) Maybe for something like that you have to mount the camera over top, pointing down. It might make control harder but if you got an arrow on the top then you (...) (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 From: "Jeff Van Winden" snip (...) 4107 will be in short supply. May have large number in stores around December, and a limited number around mid October. snip : : "The only person sure of himself is the (...) (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) The 1x2 brick has never been more central -- over 25% of the pieces are 1x2s. This is the best year for basic sets since 1998. -Erik (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) How 'bout something a little simpler--I could try to do a turtle'bot (like Rob's) and put a marker in it. I can get my hands on big pieces of paper, and then you guys can write to your hearts content :) I'll keep that in mind when this block (...) (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Ya, and dark gray and yellow eyeball bricks and what looks to be a mustache brick. So very cool!! :-) Derek (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Funny you mention this, because Chris' brother just bought a Mini to advertise the Maaco shop he runs. It's very catchy-navy blue and will be covered with Maaco logos! Calum (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) we don't really know that until it appears in the Zellers) YES! Woohoooo! Look at that! Grey and Dark Grey! Plates! Slopes! What a great assortment of pieces. Calum (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) This? (URL) Iain (who would very much like to paint Dave's walls) (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) :( (sad because they'll never be available to the general public in North America, and will likely remain "toys" used as promotional gimicks rather than a good and proper car for everyone - not that it ever was that, with a price tag (...) (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) There's been one at Cloverdale Mall in the Bell World store for over a year now. I even got to sit in it. But no one drives it around. Calum (23 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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