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(...) Hi, very nice work; as Space sets hardly ever brought any "cargo" (barrels, containers ...), the Blacktron group can now steal vessels, at least :-) Regards, Florian (18 years ago, 24-Feb-07, to lugnet.space)
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An elite command of operatives specialized in stealing vehicles of all sorts and converting them to meet with rigorous Blacktron military specs. Shown below is one of many Cosmic Cruisers that were indoctrinated into the Blacktron fleet. These (...) (18 years ago, 24-Feb-07, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Looking very good! Especially for a space MOC ; ) The streamlined nature of the whole thing appeals to me and the back story represents everything that makes me cringe...and then smile... at space. God Bless and thanks for sharing, Nathan (URL) (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) There is an alternative to the brasso, especially if you are merely trying to do away with scratches and not trying to remove print. The key, FUTURE's Floor Wax. It has been used by model airplane builders forever. Check it out here (URL) Kam (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.parts, lugnet.space)
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(...) I seem to recall it also takes the rough textured surface off slope bricks. ROSCO (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.parts, lugnet.space)
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(...) I'll have to give that stuff a try. Thanks for the advice. Are there any issues with using it on transparent parts? -G (remove the capital S's in the email) (URL) (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.parts, lugnet.space)
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(...) Be warned, though: Brasso will seriously damage softer plastic parts like baseplates. I totally ruined a 48x48 baseplate that way when I used it to brasso the printing off of large quantity of tiles. --Anthony (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.parts, lugnet.space)
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(...) nope (...) let it sit for 30mins then wipe it clean again but other than that it's really a one step process. ondrew (...) (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.parts, lugnet.space)
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(...) Hey, yeah, I have some of those elements. They're a critical part of 6890 (Cosmic Cruiser). Cool. I may take a stab at the Sky Math this weekend... Six-wide is fun, but my daughter definitely likes the little 4-wide vehicles, especially the (...) (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Wow, that's quite the unique creation! The chains, horns & skulls are great details. I like the steering ability, and the cab, with enough room to accomodate that oversized claw. Wonderful. (...) I like the crossed-over ~45 degree slant to (...) (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Do you do anything to prepare the piece? Also, do you do anything after like wash it? If so, with what? Thanks, Jude (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.parts, lugnet.space)
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(...) This one maybe? (URL) HTH I've used the above part many times when making my original fire trucks and other Town vehicles. Now I wish I had gotten into 6 wide instead of being tied into 4 wide by TLC. Oh well. (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) LOL, wow, the Sky Math, that name still cracks me up. I remember when I came up with that name, I thought "the Math involved to get that thing to work (ant-levitation) must be sky high!" Or something to that effect, lol. (URL) That was one of (...) (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Whoa the front wheels turn!?! WILD. (URL) That canopy hinge idea is really cool wow! (URL) Nice way to create the front end using the 4x4 radar dishes! I have always enjoyed seeing your creations, thank you! -eric (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(URL) Rob Kraataclaw is a legend in the Interstellar Snuff Circuit. Rob was once a human, but when he tried to enhance himself with super-strength implants he went insane. Believing himself to be part of an ancient tribe that never even existed the (...) (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space, lugnet.announce, FTX) !
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(...) out. it also works great to remove printing on bricks so be carefull if you're not looking to remove it. i usualy use a old sock followed by an old Tshirt. ondrew (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.parts, lugnet.space)
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(...) Dear wolf Thank you for saying something wonderful to Eric. You must be special. luv Roc (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space)
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(...) Thanks! And I wish to note that I've been impressed with your creations. Given my bias, the Sky Math hovercraft is my favorite (though the Mantis is up there). Any chance of my getting building instructions for the Sky Math? I think I could (...) (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space)
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(...) Thank you! Ah, yes, Brickfest. Should be fun! I'll be bringing an assortment of things... -best, Wolf (18 years ago, 23-Feb-07, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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It's been years since I last posted here. I'm trying to restore the condition of some old pieces and thought someone here might know how to go about this. I got two of the 6989 MCM quarter domes off Bricklink a while ago, but they turned out to have (...) (18 years ago, 22-Feb-07, to lugnet.parts, lugnet.space)
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