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(...) Steve- Watch out for that natural light - I have found that UV light is a huge contributor to yellowing of the brick. Maybe it isn't such a problem in newer brick, but I got quick yellowing of Lego with UV light from the barn layout when I was (...) (12 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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LMC (LEGO Man Cave) update – Electrical / Lighting All Photos at BrickShelf (when approved) - (URL) (via old school communications!) Bruce Chamberlin brought up that I should have at least one power outlet per wall and proper lighting. I totally (...) (12 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Dude, you are going to town! It's fun to see the progress. Keep up the good work! JOHN (12 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Hi Tim, Thanks for the names and links! It is vital that the appropriate people get credit! And Thanks to all the guys out there building layouts and pushing this hobby forward! I'll be shamelessly stealing as many ideas as I can! SteveB (12 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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LMC (LEGO Man Cave) update – Framing Build Room Wall All Photos at BrickShelf (when approved) - (URL) (via old school communications!) Hi All, Last night was very productive. I designed, purchased materials, and built the inner most 2x4 wall that (...) (12 years ago, 7-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Hi Steve, 1 and 7 are me (with Mike Pianta for 7, gambort and scruffulous on flickr), 5 and 6 are Dave Stannard (brickhead on flickr), 9 is Tony Sava (SavaTheAggie on flickr). As for further inspiration... I'll blow Mike and my trumpet for (...) (12 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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Hi All, I have uploaded some inspirational photos for my future layout. I don't know who did these MOCs so feel free to claim or identify them! I picked them from various places. If you have links to inspirational images feel free to add in replies, (...) (12 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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LMC (LEGO Man Cave) update - insualtion Photos at BrickShelf - (URL) (via old school communications!) Hi All, Well got a lot done this weekend! My son and I tried to carefully remove the sheet rock from the exterior walls, I was hoping to rehang the (...) (12 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Hey James (long time...) Originally I planned on double doors. In fact a coworker just today mentioned the same, but with a twist. I have windows in the garage door and to let the natural light in, he suggested double French doors. I don't (...) (12 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Hi Larry, Great question. Simple criteria, the exterior walls that are not already insulated. I may insulate the interior wall between the build room and layout room as well. Since I'll be heating with space heaters and mostly in my build room (...) (12 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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Last week I didn't get a chance to post a weekly feature, and so I'll do two this week! This one picks up on a (URL) little project I posted about a while ago>. I ordered my (URL) Lifelites> (thanks, Rob!), they came prompty, and I promptly dropped (...) (12 years ago, 6-Feb-12, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org.tcltc, FTX)
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(...) New York. Really? Why are they even called "New York", seeing as how they play in (URL) Jersey>. (URL) JOHN PS. I already know what the best part of the game will be: when (URL) THIS> aires! LMAO (12 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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Hey Steve, You might want to consider some double doors in the wall behind the garage rollup door. This would allow for large items to be moved in and out of the display room with out a lot of issues ( like going around corners ). I can imagine if (...) (12 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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Hey Steve, You might want to consider some double doors in the wall behind the garage rollup door. This would allow for large items to be moved in and out of the display room with out a lot of issues ( like going around corners ). I can imagine if (...) (12 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) ya know, After doing some research I am going to have to recind my last statement. I think that New York wont stand a chance, and that really its going to be the Patriots all the way till 2013. Oh crap - I did it again. Sorry for taking the (...) (12 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Hey Steve, Gosh, I am sorry about your last thread. Didn't mean to hijack it. Anyway, just wanted to say that I think for this years Superbowl, I have to go with New York. Steve, what do you think? Best regards Chris Pie Judge B.E.D. (12 years ago, 5-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) In your initial post you spoke of some walls getting insulation and some not. What's your criteria there? Thanks. (12 years ago, 4-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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Hi All, I'm using a different name for this new post: "LMC - floor plan", so that the new posts don't get lost in the Facebook like chatter! ;) I'll use "LMC - subtopic" when I move to new posts that aren't follow-ups. Here's a link to Brickshelf (...) (12 years ago, 4-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Nothing gets past you! And I didn't even give it away with a follow-up! JOHN (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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whatever could draw me west? ME! (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) NICE!!! I see what you did there. Chris Pie Judge B.E.D. (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) (URL) (...) I hate it when that happens! What a waist! JOHN (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) LOL! Wow, I do believe Steve just tried to goat me into a trip west. Nice try! I hear we have a LEGOland in Florida now, whatever could draw me west? Janey "I have a new GPS, and I am not afraid to use it" Red Brick (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) I'll pay big bucks for footage of all Step 3 successes. (URL) JOHN (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Very nice layout Ben! I hope to be in Europe this summer some time. Maybe I can stop by and get a "in-person" tour! And of Course you're alway welcome to visit my place too! Steve (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Now that is what I like. All the events I attend end up like this (URL) Judge (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Ben, that is a fantastic set-up! So many details, all so beautifully packed together! Well played! Schleim on! JOHN (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Well, I've already chosen (URL) LMC-warming present>.... (...) Only giant patsies would watch TV this Sunday... JOHN (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) BUSTED!!! You are correct. Find is a code word. Thats why I was hoping if Step 3 fails, you would help out with the Find2.0 plan. Chris Pie Judge B.E.D. (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Ohh, now I know what to bring you for your grand opening of the LMC: (URL) JOHN (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) NOW you're getting the idea. Hey did you sign up for Brickfete yet? I hear there will be a Pie Contest, and an Auction for a coveted Pie Judge Position Chris B.E.D. Pie Judge (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) He did it to himself! I was there plotting. I mean playing the dirty brickster game. Chris BED Pie Judge (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) LMAO When we get the actual, uh, set, when we get the piece, it’ll...it’ll follow exactly these specifications. I mean even these contours and everything? Um, I’m not understanding it. What do you mean “the actual piece?” Well I mean...I mean (...) (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) Maybe I should install the brass pole in the center of the room before the carpet! ;-) SteveB (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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The "man" in "man-cave" is a non gender specific use. Like mannequin... I guess we could say girlequin. ;) Regardless, men and (preferably) women are both allowed in the man-cave (as if you'll ever touch Portland soil!). SteveB (...) (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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I will be inheriting a large number of 3"x3" pieces of lightly used industrial carpet. It's a short Berber like pile. Also it is meant to lay directly on cement and has a bit of a cushion to it so I'm good to go! I was wondering if I must/should (...) (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Thanks. The display is still there, in it's approximate current form in Strasburg, Pa. We (WAMALTC) will be going up there sometime this month [Feb] to do a refresh of the installation. They are closed for the season, and will reopen (I (...) (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) Hi John, he has already succeeded in this. With my (URL) 3.4x4m² (10x13ft²?) room> I feel pretty dwarfish now.... Good success Steve! Hopefully I will have the chance to visit your cave at any time in future. Until then I look forward for (...) (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains, FTX)
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(...) You snipped #2, which was for steve to give Chris his credit card. Maybe you can play "Dirty Brickster" and "borrow" Steve's card from Chris. :) Ben, who watched Steve B. be a constant victim of Dirty Brickster at 2011 Brickfete. (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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(...) snipped (...) OMG I will pay big bucks for footage of all Step 3 attempts. Unless "find" is code for kidnap. Janey, "Apparently no longer responsible for picking up the babes" Red Brick. (12 years ago, 3-Feb-12, to lugnet.trains)
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