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Hi Guys, I just added a search engine to the PNLTC web site and thought I would pass on my experience. I went to Atomz.com and they have a extremely easy way to add a search engine. You "register" with them, Name, Address... and then give them the (...) (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: First draft of the Lego-Modular Train layout standards posted..
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Well, it is easier to ask for forgiveness than permission. I think that legomodular could be claimed as deprecating a brand more than LEGO(tm)-Modular could. Either way, it would seem very silly to have their legal department crack down on a couple (...) (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) When I coined Legomodular I left the hyphen and capitalization out on purpose. Not really sure why except it seemed more suitable. Putting the hyphen back in emphasizes use of LEGO as an adjective. If there is a problem with it though, you (...) (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: First draft of the Lego-Modular Train layout standards posted..
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I think that Lego is getting pretty ridiculous on their protection. Lego-modular describes exactly what it is. What else should it be called? Modular train tables using ABS automatic binding bricks? That opens the door for people to use rivtek and (...) (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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(...) I'm certainly not up on all the intricacies of trademark law, but I would think that there is a difference between what you use to describe your layout, and the name applied to a published standard. I'm just suggesting that this issue be (...) (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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If they come to me and tell me that I can't call my Lego train layout that has about a half-million of their bricks in it and costs tens of thousands of dollars a Lego-modular layout, I will retort that they would prefer it to a Megablock-modular (...) (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: First draft of the Lego-Modular Train layout standards posted..
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(...) of it's trademarks. We probably should either get permission to name the standard LEGO-Modular, or find a different name (but maybe I'm all wet). (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: First draft of the Lego-Modular Train layout standards posted..
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(...) 2 baseplates. The older modules from the GMLTC that most people are familiar with will soon be no more. They have opted for new modules that are 60" wide and 40" deep and will be running all 8-wide rolling stock. The size they chose was (...) (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: First draft of the Lego-Modular Train layout standards posted..
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(...) So a module is defined as 144 x 96 studs according to your page which is a 2x3 grid of 48x48 stud baseplates, cool. The only problem I saw with the page is that you are using the terms 'wide' and 'deep' to discuss size but haven't really (...) (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | First draft of the Lego-Modular Train layout standards posted..
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The preliminary page for Lego-modular standards is up at: (URL) the near future, I plan to post pictures detailing how the lattice structure is made from 2x4 bricks as well as the optional 2x6 style. Over time, I will document all stages of module (...) (27 years ago, 30-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | GFLTC at the H & R Train Show (Tampa Bay Area of Florida)
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Hi all, The Greater Florida LEGO Train Club will have a large display at the H & R Trains Spring Show, March 31, April 1 and 2 in Pinellas Park, Florida. It’s our biggest show of the year (to date). The main layout is a large 23ft long x 3ft deep (...) (27 years ago, 25-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.loc.us.fl)
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| | Re: GFLTC Take on Modules...
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(...) James, It only looks like it's against the wall, there is a 2 and 1/2 foot space in the back. The back panels lift off for access and the speed controllers are behind the club logo(outside). Robin W. GFLTC (URL) (27 years ago, 25-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: First Meeting in the St. Louis Area.
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Hey, I'm in Chicago. St. Louis is a bit of a drive for weekly meetings but I'd be happy to visit if you are displaying at the NMRA show next year. I'll bring my layout! -BMW (...) Saturday (...) (27 years ago, 24-Mar-00, to lugnet.loc.us.mo, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.loc.us.il)
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(...) Saturday (...) Yes I had thought of that. Thank You!!! (27 years ago, 24-Mar-00, to lugnet.loc.us.mo, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.loc.us.il)
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(...) Quick 'FYI': The 2001 National Model Railroaders Association show is going to be held in St. Louis. Since you posted to .trains and .trains.org, this might be something to think about: (URL) fun! JohnG, GMLTC (27 years ago, 24-Mar-00, to lugnet.loc.us.mo, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.loc.us.il)
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Any interested people in Saint Louis, Missouri, Illinois area and any others in the area wanting to start a Lego Club Wayne Green and I are meeting at the Steak and Shake at Saint Charles Rock Rd. Off I270 and I70 at 6:00 on Saturday 25 Mar 00. This (...) (27 years ago, 24-Mar-00, to lugnet.loc.us.mo, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.town, lugnet.general, lugnet.loc.us.il)
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| | Re: GFLTC Take on Modules...
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Robin, I was wondering how you run the layouts when they're in cabinets? I noticed that at the GATS show your layout was against the wall, so you wouldn't be able to stand behind it. (or that's what the picture looked like) How do you change rolling (...) (27 years ago, 24-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | GFLTC Take on Modules...
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With over 70 post with in the last 24 hours, most on the table and module design. I thought I would give the GFLTC take on display modules. We don’t just use tables, we cover them, making them cabinets. It make it easy to setup and operate at shows. (...) (27 years ago, 24-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Legomodular standards
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Watch this space. A conference call (sponsored by Mercator Software Inc.) was just held among GMLTC and BAYLTC and I believe we've reached a consensus on legomodular standards, for module size, and for the interface points. I don't want to (...) (27 years ago, 24-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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| | Re: New LEGO train realism?
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"Dean Husby" <nntp@akasa.bc.ca> wrote in message news:38D99A3F.9ED3C5...a.bc.ca... [ ... snipped ... ] (...) leaning (...) maximum (...) several reasons. 1) We didn't see any reason to re-invent the wheel - I am personally not a big NIH fan. 2) We (...) (27 years ago, 23-Mar-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
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