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(...) I need one module for the corner area. I've got one for the station... Calum (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) What kind of batteries? They be alkaline. I've read you can use lemon juice or vinegar to neutralize the alkaline. Use a swab to apply. -Rob. (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I'm hoping someone who reads here might have an answer, I can't think of it myself! I have a coworker here who brought in her son's RCX, and unfortuantley he left the batteries in too long, and they've leaked onto the contacts. She took it appart (...) (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Just so everyone knows the magnets in the containers are optional, There will only be a few containers moving arould the display at any given time... (...) We have enough modules now for the whole layout, so there is no need to bring yours. (...) (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) A *few*? What, did you sell off all the other Slave Is? Jeff E (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yup: (URL) probably see if I can make a bunch of those too. I have this little love affair with those windows. I never got a chance to buy any when they came out originally-it was in this set called Mountain Rescue I think, and I only had one. (...) (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hi! Here's a little convertible: (URL) you can browse my vehicle gallery for inspiration: (URL) that helps! Pierre (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Didn't you also build a car using the windshield from the slave one? I could probably build a few of those too. Derek (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Calum, My Legway may be something interesting. I'm working on making some improvments. I've already made it stronger, in case Chris gets ahold if it again: (URL) you need is a HiTechnic EOPD and some code (which I can e-mail you). Steve (...) (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, Chris and I have been asked by a television show to come on live and do a segment with them about Lego robots and enthusiasts. The date is yet to be set, but it seems more or less positive so far in our conversations. We're looking around (...) (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Chris can't do it, there aren't enough variables in the RCX firmware for him to put that many grid spots in :) (...) Yup. Give me a shout via the phone (work or cell) and I'll post ASAP and also mail a predefined list of people too if you (...) (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) HA! I could do it.... in... ummm.. I'll have to get back to you... right now I'm thinking about Kate who will be admitted to hospital in a few hours... with the baby being 8 days late the Dr. has decided to "induce" the first part happened (...) (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Greetings all, I was at the "Sun Tech Days" conference here in the Big Smoke for the past couple of days and was further brainwashed about all things Java. One talk was given by a Sun guy who demoed a LEGO robot running Java/lejos. He got oo's and (...) (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Try these: (URL) said you wanted small, right? ROSCO (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Check this one out: (URL) have several of these already built. Calum (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I don't think that's unusual for this group. I myself am incredibly interested in how everything and anything works. I have: -Requested a detailed tour of a Maaco to see how my car would be fixed and repainted at Chris' brother's shop. -Asked (...) (23 years ago, 9-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hi Derek, If you're after an "easy-to-do" 4-wide design by LEGO, I suggest the two that can be found on set #2140. The parts for either of the two are relatively easy to find in large numbers and in a wide set of colors, so you can set up a (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I just built a small car dealership in Altenburg but I don't have time to think up a car design to sell from it. Can any one point me to some small car designs I could use or build on for this. Thanks, Derek (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I got my stuff just about ready... I might think about making some more "RTL-approved" (Jeff VW verion 2) containers, and few other things. I am basically ready. (...) I have 6 "non-'RTL Toronto'-approved" modules. I brought them to Train2 (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'd favour Trevyn's method over cement, because the whole idea is that the track is reconfigurable from round to round. If the cement hardens, won't it be permanent? I dont' really want to be dynamically supporting the maze, because it might (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) YES!!! Matthais, you are a lifesaver! We need only one, but if you could bring some extra ones (just in case) that would be great!!!! (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Try reminding baby about how badly the world needs another Magno Minifig (c). Matthias Jetleb (23 years ago, 5-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) NO NO NO!!! It's not up to them. Its up to YOU. put your request in writing but fudge it by giving a valid reason for you to be there. I'll tell you now that if you just say your interested they will say no. more likely it will be ignored. BUT (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I have 6 unused modules I can donate to anyone needing them. Matthias Jetleb (23 years ago, 5-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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BOLTS!!!! It suddenly came to me, about a minute ago: I don't want Ts. I *REALLY* don't want to deal with Ts. And, I agree that friction fit pipe probably will not hold without some sort of support. However, we could use BOLTS! Drill a hole through (...) (23 years ago, 7-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Pedro Silva" <el_gordo@netc.pt> wrote in message news:H8CxHA.Jyw@lugnet.com... (...) If (...) to (...) I think I will write a letter and leave it in the office explaining my wishes, then it is up to them to contact me back if they think it is a (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Chris Magno" <hollynorth@bellnet.ca> wrote in message news:3E1B2D29.24C7F0...lnet.ca... (...) and (...) Thank you for elaborating, oh master of details and infintite descript. (...) (URL) but this isn't the point. I understand virtually all aspects (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Daniel Barrett" <danielbarrett@earthlink.net> wrote in message news:H8D5nn.Eot@lugnet.com... (...) To me they are. (...) Right, but the building I'm in is 20 stories and the 3 lifts are cable driven. (...) The building is mid-70's so I've no (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Good idea. I think there's a better way though. Simply use PVC cement. Instead of completely coating the inside of the pipe with cement, use only a few drops. This will secure the pipe strongly enough that it can be twisted free at the end of the (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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BOLTS!!!! It suddenly came to me, about a minute ago: I don't want Ts. I *REALLY* don't want to deal with Ts. And, I agree that friction fit pipe probably will not hold without some sort of support. However, we could use BOLTS! Drill a hole through (...) (23 years ago, 7-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yes and the newer elevator rooms are not that exciting. (...) In some older elevators I've seen the more interesting equipment is at the top of the shaft. (...) Check the inspection certificate that is sometimes mounted in the elevators, there (...) (23 years ago, 7-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) YES. (...) you super should have keys. its should not be that big a deal if you have the right excuse. (...) THAT is the number ONE way to get anywhere. show up with a clip board. (I'm serious -- ask Calum) (...) sorry, that is no longer an (...) (23 years ago, 7-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I have, once. My dad was in charge of our building for some time, and when the technician came to the inspection I was allowed in with them. (...) My suggestion, if you're not in a hurry: ask when the next maintenance is scheduled, then ask (...) (23 years ago, 7-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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This is sort of an obscure question... Has anyone ever toured or been inside a machine room (room with motor and control equpment and such) for an elevator? I'd really like to get to see the machine room for the 3 elevators in the building I live (...) (23 years ago, 7-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'm trying to think back to A+G but that seems to make sense. There are others who post here who are far superior to me at math so I'll leave that to them. So now you can find points on a circle. Here's the problem: a) How do you divide up (...) (23 years ago, 6-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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you people really need a life!!! BTW in other news Iain, someone sent me this "math formula: to make x/y plotter circles. let me run it by you: (...) I'm not near my plotter, thoughts? Chris Why do solar calculators have an off button? (23 years ago, 6-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I have no difficulty geting out my hose. Iain (23 years ago, 6-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) It's so hard to get out of the hose though!!! (not to mention getting back in) :) Sorry to hear about your loss of work, Steve. I will keep my ears open for you, (we deal with VB, Oracle and Java at the moment. Jeff VW (23 years ago, 6-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Steve, GREAT to hear that you will be building a robot for this game. BTW wood is easier to climb than lego box's I'm sad to hear that you will have lots of time to build because of your work situation. my tiny unsolisited advice is to find (...) (23 years ago, 6-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Oh, rockin! Somewhere out there in Ontario, there are 8x8 playfields, 2x4's with copper pipes at 6" intervals, and hundreds of white and black marbles. I'm imagining there'll be a lot of 2x2footx6inch platforms too (I think Bruce and Chris (...) (23 years ago, 6-Jan-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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