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(...) I tend to agree, but then again, take a look at this pic: (URL) Cutting this stuff, even the 5/64" thickness, with an Xacto knife would be a (...) Andrew and Claus are checking the plastic/sign shop route, and I'll know more tomorrow about (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b47b394.25162868@l...et.com>... (...) I did some fiddling around and I think the best way would be to cut three 30"x40" chunks out of each 96"x48" sheet of ply. That would replace the four 30"x80" doors and give us (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b47b394.25162868@l...et.com>... (...) Great Robin! Look forward to seeing it. (...) Probably OK, we're not going to be putting much if any stress on this. (...) Cutting this stuff, even the 5/64" thickness, with an (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Did a Home Depot run today, and checked prices, availability, etc. I also picked up all the stuff to make the sign post, etc. I came home, prepared it, and put it together. It looks great! I'll bring it to the interim meeting (next friday or so, as (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Just interested in following the evolution of the type of train tables that Dean and Alex have. Robin, found any doors yet? Ben Fleskes wrote in message ... (...) again. (...) 1.5" (...) be (...) the (...) (23 years ago, 6-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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I thought last night's meeting went very well! I've put together a long "To Do" list, sorted by individual, detailing everything (and a little more) that was discussed. Note that there a few unassigned items. Who wants them? I have not talked to (...) (23 years ago, 3-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Files posted to our space on akasa server: 2-R0005K.tdl and 2-R0005K.gif - gif file has labels added to name places where we decided on locations of buildings this evening. I shoehorned the Vic House and market in there too. Kevin ---...--- (...) (23 years ago, 3-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Hi, I've looked at the most recent layout and I don't have any complaints. I sure hope we get a lot accomplished during Monday evening's meeting. I feel like a hypocrite myself since I won't be there - in fact, I'll be out of town from July 2nd (...) (23 years ago, 30-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Guy's check out the pics below. whoa! Why is it always when I'm poor! Dean (...) (23 years ago, 27-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I think the time may have come to structure the club. Chair, secretary, treasurer, contact person etc... And have a 'formal' meeting at the beginning of each meeting. The other clubs do this and I think we need this to stay organized. (...) (23 years ago, 27-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b38facc.18061096@l...et.com>... (...) True, true. Andrew Robertson and David Gagnon are both interested but not online. When is our next meeting? Next Friday? (29th June) Kevin ---...--- Craftsman Lego Kits & Custom (...) (23 years ago, 27-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I agree with you, Dean, that participation is lacking. However, I think "we" can still pull it off, and have a lot of fun doing it. There is help waiting in the wings (ie. off-line), but lacking direction, they don't know what to do. I think (...) (23 years ago, 26-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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It is with great sadness that I write this letter. But I feel that our attending the Aug show should be canceled... We are not going to make that deadline. Our participation is sorely lacking. (With the exception of a small few) I would like to (...) (23 years ago, 26-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) That's a good idea. I'd like it if everyone donated a couple of parts to it. Sort of a team effort. Who want's to design it? Dean (23 years ago, 26-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Check this message re ambassador cars for the PNLTC layout at Legoland CA this summer: (URL) would be good to send one from VLC! Kevin ---...--- Craftsman Lego Kits & Custom models: (URL) Lego parts store: (URL) Lego auctions: (URL) Guild of (...) (23 years ago, 25-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Once the layout is set up and built, I do not feel that it would be too much effort, except on the days for viewing, to maintain. As long as each of the club members can reserve their Lego in that form for the duration of the layout. Dean (23 years ago, 21-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b322c3b.225708461@...et.com>... (...) That's great, though maybe too much work for us to do this year. Going from 1 show to 4 is pushing it a bit, no? Even if we do basically the same layout each time. Kevin ---...--- (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b32292b.224923831@...et.com>... (...) Nope, I'll be gone from 28th July or so until late on 6 Aug. We'll have to arrange for me to leave buildings and whatever else I'm contributing with someone else before I leave. (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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I know that each of us is kind of working on some things already, but I think we should meet to finalize the design, and delegate responsibilities and tasks, including building, table skirting, signage, promo materials, etc. We may not need to meet (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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We've had some interest from yet another Train show. They actually asked the Trains 2001 show organizers for our contact information! The show is the Mount Cheam Lions Club Model Railway Show. It takes place in Chilliwack, on October 20th and 21st, (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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The Trains2000 show is now booked, but final space won't be allocated until October (!). We're one of the early bookers, so our requests should not be a problem. We're almost guaranteed to be in the main display space. Robin (23 years ago, 21-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I have some more info about the TTOS show. We will need to set up on the FRIDAY, August 3rd. The displays are up for the 4th and the 5th. Maybe Kevin will be around to help set up, before he leaves us ;-). There will be security guards on duty (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Oh, I know that. I guess I was just trying to point out that I'm helping where I can. To 'encourage' others to help where 'they' can. (...) I've been working hard getting the ARM (PocketPC) version of NQC working (with much help from others) (...) (23 years ago, 15-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Dean replied: (...) Dean, I wasn't really referring to you. You've been very vocal and definitely an active part of this venture thus far. I was primarily appealling to the silent ones in our group. I don't mean to come across as pushy, (...) (23 years ago, 14-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I would recommend that we use ALL our own stuff, even it means renting tables a rental shop and carting it there ourselves. Otherwise, it's just one more thing that can go wrong. I now have a table available as well; 8 feet (96 inches) by 30 (...) (23 years ago, 13-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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We are confirmed for the August 5th TTOS show. Actually, we might be displaying on the 4th as well. I have a question in about that. We have display space of 16 by 24 feet!! Lots of room, and it doesn't need to be completely filled, nor does it have (...) (23 years ago, 13-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I've gotta go away for the weekend more often! Now everyone can have red tudor walls, maiden hats, and "pub signs". Like everyone else, the list of other hoped for sets is already forming in my mind (club car, club car, club car ...) Perhaps (...) (23 years ago, 13-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I've been reading all the posts. It's going well. I'll review the layout for my electoral needs and get back to you guys... Also, it's fine that the larger cable car is to be used. I plan on making my old one abandoned on some old 4.5 track. (...) (23 years ago, 8-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Woha! This is even better then I thought! Dean (...) -- Coin-Op's For Sale!: (URL) Lego Workshop: (URL) Lego Club: (URL) (23 years ago, 8-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b1ee644.16595597@l...et.com>... (...) Andrew Robertson IIRC. David might well be interested too (David Gagnon) but he's away on a road trip at the moment, not sure when he'll be back. How about Paul the garage sale (...) (23 years ago, 7-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) The layout is beginning to come together! I had hoped to have some time to commit to this over the past few days, but it wasn't to be, and I'm gone for the weekend. I'll just shoot in a few comments here. (...) Yes, I noticed that too. We may (...) (23 years ago, 7-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Hi guys, I'll be out of town until Monday, at which time I'll be sending in the registration forms for the Trains 2001 show (November), and confirming our involvement in the Toy Train Operating Society (TTOS) show (August). Unless I hear (...) (23 years ago, 7-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Thanks, Bryan. I've got both these pics already saved, along with many others. (...) Exactly the problem. Either the piston binds (or snaps off somehow), or the connection to the drive wheel doesn't quite work. I haven't seen or come up with a (...) (23 years ago, 6-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Bryan Wong wrote in message ... (...) I tried doing connecting rods like this last time I did a steamer, and just could not get them to run easily without binding. If you can do it, Robin, more power to you, but we may have to sacrifice looks for (...) (23 years ago, 6-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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This is primarily directed to Robin, since he's building Hogwarts. I'm pointing out that "bar that connects the wheels" (the technic plate). (URL) pictures are from the WamaLTC layout not too long ago. Great layout BTW. Bryan P.S. Could someone (...) (23 years ago, 5-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b19ad33.14192695@l...et.com>... (...) OK, I had another go at this - it's looking way better! You did a great job improving the track layout, Robin. Next filename is 2-K0004R.tdl and .gif. Here's comments: North end (...) (23 years ago, 3-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I also uploaded a gif image of the design, same filename with .gif extension. Robin (23 years ago, 3-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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I took Kevin's idea and ran with it ... Filename is "2-R0003K.tdl", at (URL) for second VLC design, R for Robin, 0003 for the number of this design, K for Kevin who was the designer of the file I started with). Notes: General: - I cleaned up Kevin's (...) (23 years ago, 3-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) To view the files go to (URL) your browser. If you wish to upload anything please contact Dean. (Me) Dean -- Coin-Op's For Sale!: (URL) Lego Workshop: (URL) Lego Club: (URL) (23 years ago, 2-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Kevin Wilson wrote in message ... (...) OK, I just uploaded k0002.tdl (track designer file) and k0002.gif (graphics file version) to the VLC space on Dean's server (ask him for access details). A few notes about the layout... It's based on the (...) (23 years ago, 2-Jun-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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