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"Dr. H" <bthennen@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:HGE3K9.oGL@lugnet.com... (...) <snip> (...) MOCs (...) idea. Heh, um... you're gonna have to get over that one... ;) Seriously though, I was in the same place about 5 years ago (when I came out (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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"leonard hoffman" <glencaer@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:HGE2q7.JG7@lugnet.com... (...) <a lot of great points and examples snipped> (...) good (...) key (...) he's (...) great (...) This I think is one of the most important points. It's kind (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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"spencer nowak" <spnow87@yahoo.com> wrote in message news:HGC17E.LrB@lugnet.com... (...) Albatross reminds me of a world war II figher. Cool look. Nice work with the landing gear. The ability to ombine technic pieces with normal system pieces is a (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.military, lugnet.space)
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"Trevor Pruden" <trevor_pruden@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:HGAM0s.GyD@lugnet.com... (...) displayed at (...) of (...) mine... (...) The drop ship is really cool. I love the idea for that yellow cargo container. Ship looks just as it should, (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) You have a good point here Paul. you have to make people sit up and take notice. and perseverance is the best way and whining tends not to do that. (...) I have to say Paul, that at Brickmeet last weekend, even though I only brought one MOC (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) it is a problem in any forum, Lugnet is not immune to this, unfortunatly (...) I'm not aiming this at anyone. I just don't want to see people who have a real talent for Lego construction draw battle lines over something as trivial as this. I (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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Ok first off, I'm no lamely self proclaimed Admiral or any other rank. In fact, anyone that has looked at my MOCs and followed my .space story will know that I have two .space companies. Xtraglobal Xpress and Kane Starcrafters, neither of which are (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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I've been working on some more moonbase stuff in ldraw. These are mostly components that I think a moonbase needs. Working Hatches: (2 URLs) Cargo Containers: (URL) some examples using the above parts : Moonbase module connectors made from TEUs (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.cad, lugnet.cad.dat.models)
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"Matt Hein" <Pyrokid17@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:HGCoLs.2Lt@lugnet.com... (...) You're gonna kill me, but I have to go with the earlier version... ;) The delicate one had more personality. Snot design sure is a pain in the butt, ain't it? (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) Nah, this thing is terrific! Sixteen years been it has...dang. Great form you have here and I like the details, from the stabilizing thrusters to the ejectable pack. Funny intro too. I could not tell what the "windshield" was in the thumbnail; (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I'm kicking myself for not going back and reading the whole thing, in Jr High I got about halfway through and didn't have time to finish. (...) Thanks! And it isn't even done yet... I hope it can make it to BrickFest - but I will be flying so (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Great stuff. Neat! (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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In lugnet.space, Tim Courtney wrote: - - - snippety - doo - dah - - - - (...) I can't help it... I have to ask; is it a Pan-Galactic Gargle Blaster? My apologies to those unfamiliar with Hitch Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy. Gotta love the spacebar. (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Some of you might hate me for this, but... (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.technic.bionicle, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX) !
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| | Re: Classic Space is (barely) back
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(...) What, no black? (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Alrighty then... (...) Laissez-faire est bonne pour moi. Those ideas sound great. I'll be sure to add more upon conception. (I would have responded a bit earlier but left to watch That 70's Show.) (...) Whoops, sorry 'bout that. Essentially (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Ooh, better and better. I like the mini-airplane looks of this. I like what you did with the wings. What I don't like are the engines- the idea is good but they look a bit random. Try making an identical 3 parts for it. Also, I think it'll (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Very cool. I love the clunky, industrial-looking front. The contrasting back, with the grey greeblies underneath work well. Is the ship modular? Oh and the correct URL is (URL) More pictures, more pictures... (2 URLs) >> (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Ooh, I like it. VERY nice rover-vehicle. The suspension looks like fun, and the use of hoses in the articulation point is a very cool idea. The interior also looks very interesting- I like the computors layered around the walls. A critisism I (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I like the cockpit idea, but not much else. I think the fin can be removed, as well as the side greeblies- a stripped-down, 'cleaner' version would work better. Still, keep it up Mr. Wells... (2 URLs) >> (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Oh wow... I sense a flood of over-priced figs storming Bricklink soon. I wonder if this is a sign of things to come... ah well, with a Lego ban right now enacted by my parents all I can do is dream. k (2 URLs) >> (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I'm agree with Mark here. The windshield is cool, and the greeblies work well. The radar, it seems to me, would work better if it was bigger and had more meat to it. Keep it up! -Bruce (URL) LEGO @ Bruce's Homepage> (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Hmm, I say they move the symbol to the center of the chest on these figs, remove the sweat shirt print, put old classic helmets on em and tanks and classic smiley faces and make a fig pak :-). (URL) Admiral Giddens <>< (yes I know the classic (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thanks, I was trying to get a copter look. (...) Well, I was basing the ship on Bruce's design. (...) I only added that to balance the black landing skid at the bottom. It also looked like a fin of a fish. (...) Yeah, that's one of my favorite (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) change the torso print so the top button's snapped closed-i wouldn't want the space dude's air leaking out! ;) Jeff (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) The Force is strong with this one. I particularly like the use of the Star Wars 1x4 circut tiles. Kind of seems obvious now that its been done. One of the those "Well Duh!" instances. The bridge seems kind of off though. The front was more (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) D'oh. I guess this means I should get a move on. (...) Will do. I'll post again when I've found another job. ;) Bruce (URL) LEGO @ Bruce's Homepage> (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Ok, I'll try to do that next time. (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, FTX)
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(...) Wow! Thanks for the pic Jake. Now if TLC really wants to make a ton of money, they should sell a mini-fig pack of four; one red, one yellow, one blue, and one white, complete with tanks and helmet in addition to the normal hats/hair. Make that (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Cool! Gonna have to get a couple of those now. And I would SO pay money for a real jacket like that. Nice colors, pockets, stylish design, and a Classic Space logo to boot. Wow... I never thought I would envy a minifig's outfit. James (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Re: Classic Space is (barely) back
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(...) (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Hey, I'm just in .space tonight as a fan. Besides, you guys probably know more about when the products are available than I do! :) Jake --- Jake McKee Webmaster - BIP (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, FTX)
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| | SPECIAL ANNOUCEMENT FOR THE LEGO SPACE FORCE!!!
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(*Salutes and walks to podium*) Ladies and Gentlemen, Just yesterday, Jay Hennen (my brother), spacecraft engineer, made the prototype final solution for the Fleebnork problem!!! He will explain. Jay: Hello, howdy, hi. I thank my brother Dean for (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build, FTX)
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(...) This brings warm feelings inside my minifig torso! It could be an 'away team' type field jacket, too. I need it. *AS* fast as stormies?!?!?!? BLASPEMY! we ALL know Classic Space ANYTHING (especially new field jacket dude) would go FASTER than (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) You are quite welcome son. Glad a heroic space man like me can be of assistance. *pats on head* ;-) I was referin' to your use of the painted slope from the Jedi Starfighter.. kinda looks tacked on. I'll look into a corporate cruiser. Would (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thank you! but... (...) Dude, the Starflux is as tricked-out/souped-up as it could possibly be! ;) (...) Cool, thanks for the link. I see the differences in the two now. (...) Sure thing. Hopefully I'll have a few more MOCs in the meantime. (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thanks, Anne. I enjoyed the in-person feedback from having it at the meeting. I'm just glad it wasn't the Starflux that fell over twice. Bruce (URL) LEGO @ Bruce's Homepage> (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) You flatter me. Thank you. Bruce (URL) LEGO @ Bruce's Homepage> (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Here is a couple more pics from the show that have the drop ship in it. Sorry, I'm travelling in August and so my money is going towards that instead of a new digital camera as originally planned. Oh well. (3 URLs) ~T (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Not plates, but these bricks match exactly: (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town)
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(...) I agree. It has been brought to my attention (and rightfully so) that my review of the 'Ghost' was over the top. Apparently I've angered the Space gods. Since I 'went off' on him in public, I publicly apologize to Dean H. for the post. I'm not (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Beautiful. Good to know space is still on Lego's mind. Speaking of, any chance of those figs involved with the 2 Mars landers will be available? (URL) Admiral Giddens <>< (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) What, no Rebel Blockade Runner to scale?! Tsk tsk. Seriously, though, that's all right. Probably as close to a Lego ISD as I'll get for a long, long time. James Wilson, Dallas, TX (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) When I said "favorites", I was of course refering to Mark's original. Mine was a pale shadow by way of comparison... :*) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I think you've got something interesting here. Especially the use of the windscreens. However, I think it is too flimsy to be a convincing war machine. First the pilot is totally unprotected, and second, the whole thing looks like one good (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) So much so that I made my own version at a slightly smaller scale. (2 URLs) Still one of my favorites. I think it blends general .space and star wars themes very well. And even then quite a few people liked it. (the second pic has improved (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) The door looks like it's an 8x8 round tile (with the 2x2 in the middle), and windows built on top. (URL) Neat design. Now, it would be great to find a way to set that tile into the ground, so it didn't have any elevation difference. Are there (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, FTX)
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(...) Awesome! We now officially have indoor jumpsuit tops for starship crews. I think if this guy was released as part of a minifig town set (like the set of 3 minifigs, etc), these would sell like hotcakes....as fast as stormies even! ~T (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Sheer will is the only ingredient that makes the best MOCs. This is quite nice, the body is spot-one. The bridge, however, looks like it could use some work. -Jr.Mar.Hoffman (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Yes, why isn't anyone speculating on this? Let's explain Star Trek's Q in these terms- you can't. Life may not always be molecular. Scientists have constrained the definition of life because they (so far) have only needed to explain it in (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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-snip- (...) umm.. what would you expect a 'best pic' to look like. Of the minifig in question, this one seems perfect to me. but i guess that's why you make the big bucks and i'm poor. ;o) -Jr.Mar.Hoffman (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Grand Central Station (Was Re: Classic Space is (barely) back)
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(...) Well you can! It's available at S@H now! (How come you didn't say anything about it Jake?) It looks like it has a central revolving door and large clear curved panels. Maggie C. (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town, FTX)
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XFUT to lugnet.off-topic.debate (...) Well, like it was mentioned before: "organic" means "carbon based." And no, I'm not 100% sure that all life is carbon based, but seeing as there is no evidence whatsoever of any other type of life, then, using (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) FWIW, I think she got a good amount of feedback. I don't think her MOC got "lost in the flood" at all. Cheers, (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) the original Mars stuff --- wubwub wubwub@wildlink.com Jain's Guide www.wildbrick.com Start planning for BrickFest 2003! The AFOL Community's Premier Fan Run Event! www.brickfest.com (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) beautiful! totally 50s --- wubwub wubwub@wildlink.com Jain's Guide www.wildbrick.com Start planning for BrickFest 2003! The AFOL Community's Premier Fan Run Event! www.brickfest.com (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) When I saw the one on the left (HIBoy?) I had to LOL... (great... more reasons for wubwife to think I'm insane >-) funneee --- wubwub wubwub@wildlink.com Jain's Guide www.wildbrick.com Start planning for BrickFest 2003! The AFOL Community's (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) Well, as a piece of criticism to counteract the cloying fuzziness of our space forum, this is a promising start Keith, but I think it needs a bit of work. Two big changes you could make to your criticism is 1) try subtler remarks than "it's as (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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I'm pulling this back to .space... (...) You're both kind of commenting on the same thing, I think. The meeting will be about as formal as we spacers usually get... which is laissez-faire. I've submitted requests for a round-table on the future of (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) WOW! I was not sure about getting that set before, but now I know I must get one.... maybe more.... Thanks for posting that!! Mark P (URL) Land of Bricks> (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Seeing how organic can refer to carbon, no it is not a big assumption at all. Also, we have plenty of examples on earth to draw on, and I don't believe there are any which are not organic in nature (IE, carbon based). Even drawing from (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Here's one! (URL) Not the best pic, but it shows what you are talking about. Jake --- Jake McKee Webmaster B.I.P. - (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX) !
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In lugnet.space, Mike Petrucelli wrote: snip (...) snip (...) I believe that there is some decent speculation, if not actual study of the possibilities of silicon and other metalloid elements (boron maybe?) In Star Trek, Vulcans have green blood (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Space has infiltrated Town at last! (Okay, not the first time, I know...at least I think) Well thanks for the heads-up. That torso could become the sigfig Space apparel of .Space. Aaron, I came across your inquiry for beneficial SPACE-parts (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Inspired by the Mini line, I built the following (2 URLs) Sadly, no photos exist of the shear magic that holds this puppy together on the inside. We're talking technic, rubberbands, SNOT, and a whopping helping of sheer will. Aaron Sneary (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Are you sure all organic lifeforms are carbon based. That is a pretty big assumption. Sure it holds true on earth (at least as far as we have explored) but what about other planets? Also, you did not comment on my previous statement: (...) I (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Classic Space is (barely) back
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Contained within set 4513: (URL) is the greatest Minifig since Blacktron I. Now I know you cannot see it, but on the red skater's jacket, where the breast pocket would be, is THE CLASSIC SPACE logo. Trust me, I saw it on Sunday at the WAMALUG (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) This theory only applies to organic lifeforms (ie, carbon based ones). To expand it into energy based lifeforms, or even non-organic lifeforms requires a philosophical definition of life, which is difficult at best. Either way, they would fall (...) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Well I think you nailed the basic form at the smaller scale very well. (...) My only suggestion would be either put a fig with helmet or make the cockpit enclosed. Or is this supposed to be a speeder or something? -Mike Petrucelli (URL) (22 years ago, 13-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, FTX)
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While all the extra {braces} and [brackets] and {[braces and brackets]} surrounding text now and then must be nice looking in the web version (they apparantly get translated to html versions of bold and italic and the like), they make the ascii (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) That is slick dude! Use it! Cheers (*clink*) Spc. Ops. Captain Hennen (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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I have a signature. Now if only this post had some content! (URL) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) -snip- maybe I should have entitled my post "Tips for the Beginning Spaceship Builder." I meant it as the rules to follow to get a good responce. But as with any set of rules in any artform, they are made to be broken. -Lenny (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) snip (...) (*grins*) I see. (...) Right! (...) That's what I would do too. (...) ^.^ That's how I usually do it. But, alas, I think this one is here to stay (well, maybe I'll rip it apart one of these days but I'm going to keep this for a long (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) COOL! (...) That ship is okay. (...) Yeah, thanks a lot. I've recently upgraded the engine space and the afterburner is HUGE (well, not "HUGE" but covers the entire back of the ship)! (...) Your tips helped a LOT. Thanks. Cheers (*tinkers*) (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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-snip- (...) -snip- That is another limiting factor. here's a pic of one of my (URL) creations> (yes a castle creation, bear with me). I think it is kinda creative, and it kinda is. But it is nothing to write home about. I made it small and simple (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I recognized it as being Jim's work when I saw the gatling guns. I thought those were so cool when I first saw them that I built some for myself. Now they're just waiting for me to make a MOC to put them on. -Grand Admiral and Keeper of (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Ahhh yes....most excellent. I think the legs and arms and general torso used here are very good because they can be duplicated and modified by so many less experienced mecha builders (such as myself). It really is hard to make a mech look (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Ehhh I don't know. I think there is a place for boxiness, but there is a trick to it. I'm not even sure if I can tell you what that trick is. For example: My (URL) Gazelle> was a pretty boxy ship, but pretty popular in the Space crowd. Trevor (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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-snip- (...) Thanks for the kind words. I try. Personally I really love spaceship creations, but it seems sometimes that only the best are really making them. they seem so great that it becomes very daunting to try to do something like that. And I (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I saw this at the monthly WAMALUG meeting on Sunday. You think the front is impressive? You should see the wild use of Galidor robot TORSOS in the back. Jim Foulds is probably the most creative user of weird parts at our meetings. He's (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I like what you have done with the windshields. The side greebles look good. I don't think the rear dish serves this particular MOC well. It just looks kind of tacked-on. The black thingy on the top also doesn't flow. If you wanted a fin up (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) It's the technical bits that are visible from the outside of the ship. Examples: (URL) should look like they do something though. If they just look like they are tacked on (which in reality is the real truth) is spoils the effect. -Duane (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) ...snip... (...) This is probably the most useful Constructive Critisism post I have ever seen. If he doesn't learn something from this, I certainly have. Not that I would suggest EVERY MOC-response be formatted like this, but wow you put some (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thank you. (...) Yeah, I know. (...) Well, I would like to do that but I don't have many smooth, curved parts. (...) Ah, yes! (...) Hmmm..got to roll that over in my mind for a bit. (...) Ooooooo........I'm soooooo jealous! ^ ^" (...) 0.0 My (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Admiral Sir, Thank you for your kind words. I will take your advise on colors. Hadn't even thought about the rubber bands. I don't quite understand what you mean about the prints and stickers. On Grey bricks? More pictures are in the works, (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) This ship is really turning out nice, with a lot of great personal details! I like how you are posting step by step pictures of it, I think it is what inspired me to start my (URL) Project>. Can't wait to see how the Bussard will turn out! (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) serves you right for not building faster. I know how you feel. I was discussing a Roto-Rooter Speeder to go with the SS Refuse Hauler the day before the Septic cleaning ship was posted. Thanks for the kind words, your stuff has been looked at, (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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Hi all, Inspired by Bruce Lowell's (URL), I've built a craft similar in shape and design, but much smaller! The FlyGill: (2 URLs) Main Folder> PLMKWYT and don't be afraid to criticize. (URL) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX)
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(...) Capt.Hennen, This creation shows alot of promise. It is pretty good as a step one into spaceship design and building. Some tips: you've got a 2 level ship here. while they can be done well (check out adm.giddens' (URL) pelican>), they are (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Curses! Another idea of mine usurped! I'd had plans to build an 8 wheeled PCS rover that looks a fair bit like this. Back to the old drawing board, I guess. I like it, especially all the tubes. My likey tubes very much. Adrian (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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Hello All, I've named my capital ship the "Bussard" in honor of the theory he developed that I unwittingly used in my ship's propulsion system. Thanks everyone for your info on that theorist. Here's the latest engine room pix: You can make out the (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) If I could supplement my diet with ABS, I would. Okay, maybe not, though I do have a bucket of old old old lego that appears to have been food for my brother and I when were teeny tiny tots. What's the proper way to serve Lego? Perhaps sushi. (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, lugnet.space)
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(...) I knew it!... I can just hear the line he must use on the ladies... "your clothes, give them to me..." Anyone who builds like Dan must be from the future. I'm afraid we'll have to trick him into a giant industrial press and kill him. -Keith (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Sylvi, nice work as usual. The hull design is very cool, and the ring idea is pretty inspired. I just hope the ship is not attacked by super-thin agressors, or you pilot may never see them coming : My only complaint (no its not the guns, you (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I'm sorry but you'll have to speak up - I can't hear you since I'm old. ;-) Bob PS - Thanks for the reassurance my friend! (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) -Grand Admiral and Keeper of Fleebnorks (URL) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) That would be a good course of action if it were something that was irrelevant to the Space newsgroup. However, most of the recent discussion was pertinent to the Space newsgroup and those who post here. -Grand Admiral and Keeper of Fleebnorks (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Re: Just what you need to clean out those Moonbase Septic Tanks!
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(...) Thanks! "Hobbling" is definitely the best way to describe it's speed. It has very powerful engines, but the weight slows it way down... (...) Thanks again. Yes, the construction of the Gungan Ammo Cart was the inspiration for this pod. (...) (...) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build, FTX)
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| | Re: Another variant of the anti-gravity ship
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(...) Very nice, Sylvi. I like the "strap-in" design of the cockpit. I really enjoy how differently you build. Your shapes and designs really challenge which way the studs face. The surrounding story is fun too. (URL) (22 years ago, 12-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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