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(...) WhoMping, WhoMping, WhoMping !!! Robin (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Great. Here's what will need to get to and from the RCX. The power cord (Same as a train Power plug) one wire going out to the Sensor east. Another sensor inside the mountain (so we know when the train has cleared the switch) A motor wire (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Ok, now that we've got all our directions sorted out, I've found a new location for the RCX. :) It's inside the northern-most piece of mountain. The hole for IR commands faces east, towards the rest of the layout. You can also run wire out (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Hi all, I was fairly involved with the whole ordeal, obviously. SEALUG is still planning to organize some kind of fest for Northwest people so we can all get together and have a good time. Hopefully we will be able to organize something at (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b5c77a4.8098355@lu...et.com>... (...) of (...) make:-)j/k (...) Larry P posted a verbal explanation with ASCII art of how the brackets are made (from binder clips) here: (URL) following messages Kevin ---...--- (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Crap, I meant North East, sigh... I had the map upside down. I can't believe I did that... (...) Heh, that's ok. It seems we were both asleep on this issue. Dean (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I'm still a little confused here. There are no switches at the southwest "corner". Do you mean the southeast? What switches are you controlling there? (...) D'uh ... didn't think of that. I really have to start getting more sleep at night. (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Excellent!! Thanks for jumping in, Chris! Robin (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) level area... heh heh. Plexi would sure be a nice 'piece of mind' insurance deal... Dean (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) The RCX must be on the south west corner of the mountain near the switch track and sensors since it must control 4 devices down there. Yours can be anywhere since it's just a motor and you can put more then one connector together to make (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I didn't read the entire thing. I just noticed the header and figured it might be a plan to alert you guys. It's very sad when 'Power Mongering' takes over... sigh... Dean (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Yep they are 4ft. and 1ft. lengths. (...) Clips. (...) Provided by GATS. (...) Yep using my staple gun.Works great. (...) I'll call steve R who made them and see if he can take a picture of one of them and post it.All we ask for is 1000 bricks (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Some more pictures. (URL) definitely stapled to the 2 x 2. Interesting that there is no top edge on the this segment, and that they've overlapped the two pieces. (URL) base is held on by some sort of black bracket. You can see two of them in the (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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I really like the setup that MichLUG used in their layout at GATS this past weekend. Here's a good picture: (URL) used what looks like probably 1/8" plexi in a 2 x 2 grooved base. They've got different lengths of both base and plexi. If you look (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Dean Husby wrote in message <3B5C5814.AC4FBD27@a....bc.ca>... (...) Thanks Dean, I read all the offshoots to that thread, and pretty much withdrew when it seemed to get messy. Talk behind the scenes is still going on, however :-). Once our show and (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) bureacracy, needless sniping about trademarking, little empire building ... brother. Why do people always feel compelled to do that? I see it in other clubs I'm a part of. People quickly lose focus on the things that brought them together. (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I plan to put it behind (below) the station about 20 studs, near the mountain side. If the RCX was in that ridge, the wire would reach no problem. If you timed it to activate roughly at the time the train would be pulling in, or perhaps just (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) The "left" part? The RCX will be needed up at the top right part. That's where the Hogwarts switch is (well, closer to it anyway), and the Willow will be located just to the left of the mountain ridge, behind Hogsmeade station. Shouldn't the (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Great! Where is the hole or is it completely hidden? Can you leave a little hole facing the middle of the layout so that I can IR it commands without having to remove it each time? If the hole was 6x3 that should be fine. (6 long, 3 high) the (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I know... heh heh. I was being elusive. ;-) (...) where is the tree in relation to the station? Does it activate before or after the stop? Dean (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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In case you haven't seen this. I know you were interested in a Brickfest for BC. (URL) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Just want to add: I've left some room inside the mountain's left part to put/hide the RCX. The wires can run out of the tunnel and under the track to whatever they need to connect to. If that's not good, let me know and I could find another (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) First of all, it's a "Whomping Willow", and it doesn't shake or wiggle, it "trembles with rage and anger" at anyone who comes near! ;-) Therefore, I think that if you timed it so that when the train rolled in, just turn on the power to that (...) (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I'm sure that won't be a problem. I'll find out which would work best for our crew (especially the hard core space junkies ...). Robin (23 years ago, 23-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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I just realized that we're going to a wedding on the 21st of September. Is there any way we could bump the date one week in either direction? ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Sounds fun to me. I'll try to get some of my fleebnork duty staff along for the ride. ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Thanks. I have/had them in Blue, gray, yellow & Red I like that design myself and will keep the blue one always. I've got a few of my creations on-line here (URL) couple of loose pics can be found in here (URL) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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There is a Harry Potter sneak preview in the Lego Maniac Mag! Great hair! Dean (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Beautifully done layout, I like how the 4565 engines were done in different colors. In my opinion, that engine design is underrated by many folks.-Harvey (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Since these never got put up on the VLC site I've popped them up to Brick shelf for viewing. (URL) VLC is doing another show Aug. 4th and 5th 2001! Our layout will be bigger and better with a few REALLY great surprises. Stay tuned. We promise to get (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc, lugnet.trains)
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Robin, in regards to your 'tree'. What would you like the settings to be? ie, shaking, stop or wiggle or whatever it does... etc... I'm going to tie it into the Switch Track RCX. Dean (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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"Robin Sather" <robinsather@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:3b5a20ee.310924...net.com... (...) verbiage (...) agree (...) Excellent! Whew! I just finished the bulk of the two other bus stops. I'm bound and determined to use my Belleville pieces. (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Dean Husby wrote in message <3B59C4CE.7C55D23@ak....bc.ca>... (...) Yes, Thomas still exists, although I'll have to touch up his face, he looks positively evil right now :-) It occurs to me that those 2 small old passenger cars that Andrew has would (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Just a reminder to everyone, and a note to our American cousins lurking around the fringes (yo, Grand Admiral?). We decided that we're going to have a space-themed get together in September, partly in your honor! We've got some antsy members that (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I've got all the files from last year. I'll modify it, and send you guys a jpg to check over before I send the final .ai file. Robin (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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My updated lists include: The "Bricklight" sign now rotates. I re-created the little station that comes with the train crossing minus the control tower. Xan gives me way to much credit... I setup a test track and made a reed sensor that works VERY (...) (23 years ago, 22-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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The movie set is almost done. I have a reasonable facsimile of a catering truck. The actors/make up truck is becoming a pain in the butt -- I don't do vehicles well. But it'll get done. The make up trucks are just so boring. The beach is pretty much (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Good, we will need them I'm sure. Andrew is doing the double non powered crossings. Unfortunately he has no email... Dean (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) If we don't have any we will be bothered by requests for info the entire time. Lesser of two evils... We should send out a NEWS release and see if the cameras want to come and get some shots. Adults and LEGO... That would bring members in I'm (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Also, Kevin, did that 4561 engine survive? Dean (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Kevin, this occurred to us after you left last night. Is Thomas going to make it to this show (the vote was certainly that he should ;-). Robin (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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This list is NOT complete. It doesn't cover all the arrangements that some of you have made with each other, and probably leaves out other things, but hopefully will be enough of a reminder for you. Shared responsilibities are listed under each (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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We forgot to talk about this last night. Alex and I discussed this over the phone a bit, and we were somewhat undecided about whether or not to have flyers at the show(s), as we did last year. My thoughts are that we probably should, but that they (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Name: Mount Cheam Lion's Train Show Specifics: Chilliwack, October 20 and 21, 2001 Details: Non profit fundraiser for community development, including the Fraser Valley Child Development Center Name: 2nd Annual Railfest Specifics: Bear Creek (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Can someone remind me what the dates are of the other shows we've been invited to after the upcoming TTOS one? Have we decided yet which ones we're going to be attending? Kevin ---...--- Craftsman Lego Kits & Custom models: (URL) Lego parts store: (...) (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Hi, I've found 59 light grey 1x8 tiles so far. Could dig up a few more if necessary. If no one else is supplying these, I'd be happy to. (Our layout is gonna rock!) -Bryan (23 years ago, 21-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Argh. Another meeting I can't come to tonight because I didn't know till today (and I promised my g/f I'd take her to the States). Aug 5th... I'll try and remember that (Bryan, can you leave me an icq note during the week of Aug 5th?) Hopefully I (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I've got ONE. I'll bring it tonight. -Bryan (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I think you've already guessed, correctly I might add. A shim is just something that slide in between two other things to make it fit, or make a little more snug, or whatever. In our case, boards of varying thicknesses to stick under table (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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I could use some micro-motors, anyone have any I can borrow? Dean (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Just thought I should clarify, the wood pieces are 1/4" thick. They've been cut into triangles, and each piece covers about the same area as a normal piece of paper. Uh, what are "shims"?? -Bryan (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I have always considered them plates! But yes, I'm talking about the 1 brick height 12 x 24 plates ... er, bricks :-) The bad news is that I was confusing them with the smaller 10 x 20 ones. Turns out I've only got 5 of the ones you're talking (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Bring them tonight. Robin (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) The distance from the floor to the top of table is 29". I've got about six 1/4" pieces of wood that could be used as "shims" I suppose... -Bryan (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Excuse me for butting in but MicroScale makes O Gauge CN decals. They don't sell them on their website but you can find the item number in their catalog and look at their Links section for a dealer. (URL) I have used their Decals for my own (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Yes, I need to know how many bricks from the tables to the water to build the wharf.. Dean (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Maybe it wasn't you then? No worries. I'll see what I can do... Dean (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) A couple dozen? Great!!! They would help tremendously. Bring them! Wait, 12x24 plates? Are you sure they're not bricks? (...) similar except for an additional raised portion). (...) This should work because the area I'm talking about doesn't (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) It will be tight. (...) I really like your idea! I've probably got a couple dozen of those 12 x 24 plates. I hadn't really thought of using them, but why not! I'll scrounge up what I can, and bring it tomorrow. I also thought that we could use (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I don't remember doing that!? However, my first thought would be Central Hobbies in Vancouver on Grandview. They're about the biggest and best stocked train store in the city. If they can't help you, they'll send you in the right direction. (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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| | Re: My LEGO catalog finally came! WOW!
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(...) AFTER the show ... ;-) Robin (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Bryan, could you tell me the exact distance from floor to the top of your table? I want to make some "shims", and need an idea of the quantity and type we'll need. Robin (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Hi all, Looking at my feeble collection of green baseplates, I'm quite scared that we won't have enough to cover our layout. Perhaps you guys have tons of them, and I'm being pessimistic. So as a result of my worrying, I've come up with an (...) (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) No. Bring it for the Test Run. Dean (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Should I bring my table? -Bryan (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Yeah, I noticed the change in exchange rate too... Well, it was only a matter of time before they realized the 0.06 difference, which is a significant amount! So when are we gonna make a huge group order? :) Bryan (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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| | O Scale Decals for CN Trains
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I know Robin and others gave me a couple of links to companies that sell O Scale Decals for CN and Canadian Trains. I've lost the links and do need some. (My CN Engine is coming along nicely) If you guys can post the links again... Thanks Dean (23 years ago, 20-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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| | Re: A thought about baseplate substitutes
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(...) I've noticed that much of the layout is green and I don't think it will be. The industrial area will be gray I'd bet. Dean (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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| | My LEGO catalog finally came! WOW!
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Very generous space for trains! Though I DID notice that if you pay by cheque it's now 1.54. So no savings there. Credit cards come in about the same now. Cheaper if we get it on a good day. (I phoned and CC charge 1.8% on top of the exchange rate) (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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| | Re: Actual Table Height
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b572dec.562768@lugnet.com>... (...) We're not using my table, we're using Bryan's though. (...) Yes. Kevin ---...--- Craftsman Lego Kits & Custom models: (URL) Lego parts store: (URL) Lego auctions: (URL) Guild of (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b572cb2.249390@lugnet.com>... (...) Yes indeed, I agree too - that's why I said IF we don't have enough bp's it would be a Plan B. But never mind Kevin ---...--- Craftsman Lego Kits & Custom models: (URL) Lego parts (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) 35" 3/4 from floor to top of table. Dean (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Dean & Kevin, Can you give me the "exact" height of your table surface from the floor. From the last show, I think I have a height of 35 5/8". Please confirm. I need to figure out the angle and length to cut the sawhorse legs to fit under the doors. (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I agree with Dean. I would really like to try hard to avoid having any non-Lego surfaces. There's nothing saying that we can't use raised baseplates in certain locations; a dump or landfill near the industrial area, the belville pool and (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I would like to avoid any non lego surface. Nothing breaks up a good layout with patches of 'reality'... Dean (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Oh, so setup is on the friday? All these shows, I'm getting confused... (...) Help was perhaps the wrong word. Enjoy might have been a better choice. :-) Dean (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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| | A thought about baseplate substitutes
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It occurs to me that if we don't have enough green bp's this time, we could paint the doors. I know we don't want to paint the ready-made tables (of either kind) but my doors can certainly be painted, dunno about anyone else's. It's second best, but (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Both days, Dean, the 4th and the 5th. (...) (Mark, you guys don't have to help ... just come ;-) Robin (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I would LOVE you guys to come up for a meeting, or a show, or for, well ... any ole' reason! However, this friday's meeting will mostly be business, checking clearances on the as-yet-unassembled layout, allocating last minute duties, shuffling (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) The actual public show day is Aug 5th. You guys are welcome to help us out on this day if you wish. We'd love the help. (...) We would definitely like you guys to attend our monthly meetings. Perhaps we should have a road trip down to one of (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) It's just a name... sigh... With only two days notice we wanted to make sure everyone got it... Dean (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Dean Husby wrote in message <3B563F91.9EF87A28@a....bc.ca>... (...) Why emergency? We planned last time to have meeting between the last one and the dry run (I had it pencilled in for the beginning of this week, but the time wasn't fixed). Kevin (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Ah, well we don't want to be in the way. Maybe another time. (...) That's our next SEALUG meeting date. :^) Maybe we can get coordinated after that sometime. ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Of course I remember! (...) Well it's not like we're discussing some top-secret stuff, so I don't see why you can't come... :) -Bryan (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) It's Lugnet's damn "Prove you posted this" system. I forgot to answer my email to "Post" it... sigh... The meeting this friday is not going to be really fun. It's just for us to work, work, work. No time to show off anything... Now... If you (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I take it you guys aren't interested in having any SEALUG folks drop in for a visit? :^( ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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This Friday July 20, 2001 7:00 pm until whenever -- Emergency VLC meeting. Note: THIS IS NOT THE TRIAL RUN. However do: Bring what models and construction you have done that you want opinions on or need help with etc. We will be discussing: Task (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Hey, can I come too? I'm trying to see if anyone from SEALUG wants to ride with me. I figure if we leave Everett at 5:00pm we can be in Vancouver by 7:30-ish. It would be fun to meet some of our northern neighbors. :^) I met Brian once at the (...) (23 years ago, 19-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Yep, I think a meeting would be helpful to "pull things together." I really want to make sure that Hogwarts Express will go through the tunnel without any problems! This Friday would be good timing. Bryan (23 years ago, 18-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) DOH! That may have been my FTP server... I had it pointing to the wrong site. sigh. Try again guys. Thanks Dean (23 years ago, 18-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Sounds good. Where? Dean (23 years ago, 18-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Subject says it all. I've talked to some of you already, and most are free. I say that we get together to take stock of how things are going, show off some new models for inspiration, and give each other a mental boost. From what I've heard while (...) (23 years ago, 18-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Wow, Bryan! When you get down to work, you don't mess around! I like your style. I did some checking with my train, and have some notes: Left side of Mountain (outside "Hogwarts Valley"): - Take a look at the graphic "lay1.jpg", on the extreme right (...) (23 years ago, 18-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Hi all, Ok I did some serious planning this morning, took some pictures, and whipped up a site to show what I accomplished so far. Don't know if it's my computer, my connection (56k), Geocities, or brickshelf (where the pictures are sitting), but (...) (23 years ago, 17-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Ok I've tried to put it on the server <embarassed> but can't figure out how at the moment (even though Dean gave me the login & pw). Instead you can find it on brickshelf at: (URL) again, the file is about 300k so slow connections beware (...) (23 years ago, 17-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Boxes!! Excellent idea! That would help a lot. I guess I'm so used to transporting creations gently positioned on car seats that I was wondering if you'd run out of seats! (...) I finished up the Hogwarts Express last night, after many trial (...) (23 years ago, 17-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Robin Sather wrote in message <3b53fde0.50469765@l...et.com>... (...) I should be able to get it all in my van in one trip: I am trying to find boxes tall enough to pack each chunk completely so they can be stacked on top of each other rather than (...) (23 years ago, 17-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Bryan Wong wrote in message ... (...) If (...) Yes please Brian, do post it! Kevin ---...--- Craftsman Lego Kits & Custom models: (URL) Lego parts store: (URL) Lego auctions: (URL) Guild of Bricksmiths: (URL) Lego Web page: (URL) (23 years ago, 17-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Actually, you shouldn't have to change your screen resolution at all. You should be able to capture the screen at any resolution, and then blow it up (zoom) in any image editting program. Play well. Tim Strutt 8^) ParLUGment #2 (23 years ago, 17-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Hi, I've finally discovered a way to see the studs clearly in Track Designer. I'm using Windows 98, so I cannot guarantee this to work for other systems! Also, I'm not sure if it's necessary to switch between the resolutions. First I loaded up the (...) (23 years ago, 17-Jul-01, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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