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(...) Kevin, can you maybe put a blurb about our club in any 'buyers' you get that live in BC? Dean -- Coin-Op's For Sale!: (URL) Lego Workshop: (URL) Lego Club: (URL) (24 years ago, 3-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Both I think... Dean -- Coin-Op's For Sale!: (URL) Lego Workshop: (URL) Lego Club: (URL) (24 years ago, 3-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) As far as track is concerned I think we have enough between Kevin and I. heh heh... Ya, it's kind of in the air... Any word Kevin? Dean -- Coin-Op's For Sale!: (URL) Lego Workshop: (URL) Lego Club: (URL) (24 years ago, 3-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Haha I was just about to post a message when I read this. I am exactly what you described - waiting to hear what I need to build! :) So everybody, what needs to be built? Can't guarantee you that my building(s) will look nice, but they'll (...) (24 years ago, 3-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I'm sure it would. Matt's Train Depot has instructions for a steamer, but I can't remember if it's the alternate to 4565 or 4559. Kevin ---...--- Personal Lego Web page: (URL) Park: Limited edition kit (URL) Kits & Custom Lego models: (URL) (24 years ago, 3-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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I had a chat with a bit-time toy collector (probably has one of the largest collections in BC) on the weekend. We were chatting about Lego (of course), and he mentioned a couple of the "heavyweights" in Lego collecting in the Fraser Valley. One (...) (24 years ago, 2-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Don't take on too much, Dean. You too, Kevin. Let's find out exactly what our space is like, and then finalize a design, delegate sections, and get building. All the rest of the VLC lurkers out there are ready and waiting to hear what they'll (...) (24 years ago, 2-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Any word on this yet? Also, any word on the size, shape, exposure ofthe space we're getting? I'm getting antsy!! Please post or phone when you find out anything. Robin (24 years ago, 2-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Ya, something similar, but with only one RCX and using my custom sensors. Mine would work like this. Custom Light (Touch) sensor on both incoming tracks. One more on out going track. (To tell when the train was done.) Relays to switch the (...) (24 years ago, 2-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Ouch! (...) 6 Sounds about right. My floors would be full size (Bulk black windows) Maybe 5. Have to see on my brick supply... (...) Ya, it comes standard with spots for two trucks and I'm going to add another Track next to the current one and (...) (24 years ago, 2-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) /Whack! Gotta remember to read the group (or get it emailed to ya!) (...) Good. (...) At least 4 so it's taller than the Victorian house, preferably 6 or so. Not all that much more though, because it would look funny to have just 1 really tall (...) (24 years ago, 2-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Sorry, I forgot to read the group. Sigh... Too much time in the robotics area. Yes, I contacted Dick (after Kevin phoned me and told me he was home) and faxed the sheets. The fax reported both sheets sent fine. I want to construct a new office (...) (24 years ago, 2-Oct-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I haven't had a call from Dick... Dean, did the forms get faxed/mailed? Kevin ---...--- Personal Lego Web page: (URL) Park: Limited edition kit (URL) Kits & Custom Lego models: (URL) (24 years ago, 30-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Dean (or Kevin), did you manage to contact Mr. Sutcliffe? If not, do you need any help in doing so? If you have, are we in? Please post what you've learned in regards to space, layout, exposure, etc. Robin (24 years ago, 30-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I just couldn't resist ... I took advantage of the Toys 'R Us 20% off sale, and the Maniac mag $20 off coupon and bought a 7191, UCS X-Wing Fighter. Wow. I haven't started building it yet, but I'm already blown away. What a beautiful model. I (...) (24 years ago, 30-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Tell me about it... I'm too broke to even buy one set! BAH! God, it's always the way! Sigh... Dean -- Coin-Op's For Sale!: (URL) Lego Workshop: (URL) Lego Club: (URL) (24 years ago, 28-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I grabbed a MTT and 2 x 5533 Red Fury from Superstore. As well as 2 X-Wings from Zellers (using an OLD raincheck). I'm VERY tempted to get more. I wonder what Kevin got...? :) *sigh* Too many sales, too little money... Bryan (24 years ago, 26-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Picked up an A-Wing, MTT, and one of those little cheesy Arctic double bonus packs (#6569). Had to have a polar bear. I'll probably grab one of the Zeller's promo packs as well, even though I've already got all the sets several times over ... (...) (24 years ago, 26-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Don't forget the Zeller's promo pack... Anakin's Podracer, Droid Fighter, and Jedi Duel all for the low, low price of $16.99!!!! The Podracer set alone retails for $18.99 at Zellers!!!! I managed to snag a few yesterday... ...I'm still not (...) (24 years ago, 26-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Wednesday evening I shall be somewhere over Ontario enroute to Amsterdam... =) I highly doubt the captain would wait til the meet is over... I shall see you all when I get back!!! Hrrmm... I think I should start packing... (24 years ago, 26-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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I was at the Guildford mall Bay store this afternoon, and found a previously opened Spider Slayer technic set (#3038). I did a quick check, and the motor and connecting wire is still there. I didn't check for the figures, but it looked as though a (...) (24 years ago, 26-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc, lugnet.loc.ca.bc.van)
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(...) OK, after some additional confusion due to Robin's poor management of his schedule (sigh ...), the meeting will take place Wednesday evening at 6:00 pm at Dean's place. Of course, all VLC members are welcome to attend, and encouraged to post (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Hey, cool. If you've got spare time when you're in town, let us know - we're always up to meeting new AFOL's. (...) Hmm... Well, labeling the bottom of baseplates was a Good Thing. Everyone got their own baseplates back with minimal confusion. (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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OK, after some phoning, the meeting will be on Tuesday evening, 7:30 pm at Dean's place. All VLC members who want to partake of this show in whatever way, are welcome. Kevin ---...--- Personal Lego Web page: (URL) Air Market: Limited edition kit (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Thanks James, for the personal reply! As you probably know from the other posts in .org.ca.vlc, we're going through all of this for the first time right now, so we'll all probably have a few questions for you and your fellow NALUG'ers. As it was, I (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Thanks! :) I'll try to give some insight on your comments... (...) Those were all other exhibitors and show staff. The setup was on Friday, and the show wasn't open to the public until Saturday morning. (...) No sponsorship, official or (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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OK, let's do this. From the posts here, my guess is that a prospective meeting will include Kevin, Dean, perhaps Alex, and myself. I'm unsure about Bryan and Claus has quite a drive so he's unlikely. If it's really just the three or four of us (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Get out your piggy banks boys and girls! Not one, or two, but three lego sales on this week. Toys 'R Us - 20% off Star Wars Lego The Bay - 20% off ALL Lego and of course, the biggie ... Real Canadian Superstore - 20% off ALL Lego Let's hear what you (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Looks like they had a lot of fun! Lots and lots of work, and it shows. A few things I noticed that we could talk about when we meet (see my other post today). They're in no particular order, just the order they occurred to me. - They were (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Let the gloating begin ... ;-) Of course, we expect a COMPLETE report upon your return, including rare set finds (and purchases!), books, catalogs, cool souvenirs, new set release information that you happen to overhear as you sneak into the (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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For anyone who missed it, pics of the Northern Alberta Lego Users Group layout at the Edmonton Trains 2000 show are up at (URL) Brown) and (URL) Maynes) They didn't have a big layout, especially, nor is it as polished as a PNLTC or GMLTC (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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I'm going to LEGOLAND!!! I'm going to LEGOLAND in Denmark!... So, I shan't be available til after the 12th. (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Hmm, you're right. I forgot about the water/dock parts. :) I've got 6542 Launch and Load Seaport!! (If we need it) (...) One question: how big of a castle? (...) Hm, you're right again. I don't know how many original Lego sets we should (...) (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Here's my 2¢... 1. I'd love to build something, but my LEGO is in piles... one unwashed, one clean, one partially sorted. That which isn't in piles is partially sorted into ziplocks and other containers. Either way, it's not "build-able" for me. The (...) (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) I think we should size it by what we can fill, rather than the other way around. Actually when you start throwing together monorail track, train track AND a dock with boats, space gets eaten up rather fast. (...) I think we could use the idea (...) (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Weeknights I can do: Mon, Tues or Fri. Thurs is a Maybe. Earlier is better (they are already pretty much full and it would be a shame to apply at the last minute and get told there's not room left). (...) Indeedy. If it was just Dean and I on (...) (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Hi, I have several comments to make at this point: I think that the question regarding how big the layout will be is VERY important. That dictates how much space needs to be "filled" and what we need to build. I'd love to help out in any way I can, (...) (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Wow, what a busy week! Sorry I haven't jumped in on this thread. If there is enough interest (more than 3 or 4 people), I think it would be a lot of fun. Unfortunately, I can't make it to a prospective Saturday meeting to iron out some details. A (...) (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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Ever since I acquired every set in the Belville fairy tale Castle series, I have wanted to build one large Castle using all the pieces possible. It was quite difficult considering I was limited to the Belville colors -- adding regular LEGO® colored (...) (24 years ago, 22-Sep-00, to lugnet.belville, lugnet.build, lugnet.castle, lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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(...) Dean has the forms, and says we can meet at his place to look at them and sort out tables, layout, etc. I propose a meeting on Saturday (any time is good for me). Yeses, Nos, counter-suggestions, please! We have to have the forms in by Sep (...) (24 years ago, 20-Sep-00, to lugnet.org.ca.vlc)
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