Roadmonkeytj
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This is a clever little train .. I love the side rods and the whole look
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[SR - Era II - Ch II - Cat. A] Boombeego's gift shop
Roadmonkeytj replied to Professor Thaum's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
Just buy the plastic stuff and put it in the planter haha never out of season -
[COR - Era II - Challenge II - Cat B] Sea-ing is believing.
Roadmonkeytj replied to Spud The Viking's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
I really like the way you did the statue and especially the dismembered poor soul ... The printed tile in his hand ... In the dismembered photo ...What is that from? -
The bushes and chickens are my favorite part
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[COR-FB-Class 8 Ship] Troop Transport RSND "Eagle"
Roadmonkeytj replied to LM71Blackbird's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
What does RSND stand for -
[COR - FB1] Quinnsville Lighthouse - Made with Real Bricks!!!
Roadmonkeytj replied to LM71Blackbird's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
I like it very convincing are the 45s just built on jumper plates? Edit: i think I just spotted the hinge brick lol -
[OL - Era II - Challenge II - Cat B1] Un petit oiseau
Roadmonkeytj replied to Keymonus's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
May I ask is the good doctors prognosis of stab wounds a solid observation that could be tied in to another story? Edit ... Now that im not short on time ... I love the busy feel to this alot of good angles to capture the feeling of a larger space. The general store is well done as well as the room above. Would you share how you accomplished the clap board in this photo? -
[SR - FB 1 Aug 18] Poppies everywhere
Roadmonkeytj replied to Professor Thaum's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
It still amazes me seeing all these flowers placed -
Very nice indeed
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From a non monorail fan ... I actually like it ... The beams are clever and its got the right look and feel. Nice touch on the skylights
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25 cm is not far but if each train on the layout used a ETD or FRED with a red brick instead of a led ... Theoretically the sensor could slow the train to a stop to avoid collisions correct? While it would not look prototypical it would be functional at least. You say there is two ports so one could face forward and one down at the track and each train have a deadicated unit? Or am I misunderstanding (I understand the custom coding part)
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Brethren of the Brick Seas (BoBS) Intro Thread, Era II
Roadmonkeytj replied to Bregir's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
Now that there is a better understanding of the mechanics I think they work for now ? Simple answer yes. Can they be improved upon? Also yes. Do I have the answers currently? No I've actually thought of this... Im unsure how to properly tie it into the current mechanics. Off the top of my head I would think to have a option pop up on the black flag form. Allowing you to sail under "other" colors. Perhaps a monitary subtraction on top of upkeep? Obviously during any action you would have to be black. But while in route you could "sail past" a patrol but afterward until you a) left the zone or b) arrived at a haven port you would be black. Im not saying to simply allow attacks more so make it "harder" to patrol for "pirates" Im not sure if a dice roll could be used for identification of a known pirate sailing under other colors when passing a patrol. Perhaps even number failure to identify odd they identify? I'm not sure a 50/50 is the right odds for that. Piracy and sinking was the two main issues back then ... I would hate to see us engineer it out of the game. Im not sure how to work it but these were just raw thoughts. -
This was built as a static model from what I read so alot of modifications ... but good to see it in a proper display.
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I like it ... and share your "oddity" although i graduated high school in 03 but began buying lego in early 87
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Good old fashion hydrogen poroxide (sp?) I would have to look at the bottle but it takes the odor out of the plastics and brightens them. Just let them soak completely covered overnight (some say 8 hrs in the sun but overnight does just as well) a good warm water rinse towel pat and air dry before use. Tried and tested method.
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MOC: Just a humble 0-8-0T... (Flensburger Kreisbahn No. 1 in 1:22.5 scale)
Roadmonkeytj replied to Sven J's topic in LEGO Train Tech
This is good info to use ... I am attempting to procure a set of rods from him currently lol. I know talk of scale modelers that say the orientation matters ... You get more detail across then lengthwise of the filliment plastic. Also that you can dictate if your model gets printed alone or with others. It is odd to me that the color would be so different across such a little span. One day I may use them then again one day I may just break down and buy a printer lol -
MOC: Just a humble 0-8-0T... (Flensburger Kreisbahn No. 1 in 1:22.5 scale)
Roadmonkeytj replied to Sven J's topic in LEGO Train Tech
This is a beautiful model the dark green works well ... I personally think the only other color that would have done it justice would have been royal blue. I love the rods ... How difficult was it to design these? (also have you designed parts before?) How did you like the shapeways ... Ive heard mixed results in the scale train world just wanted your experience. -
Brethren of the Brick Seas (BoBS) Intro Thread, Era II
Roadmonkeytj replied to Bregir's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
But that wouldnt be right ... If you look at famous pirates it was common to fly another flag then raise the black during an action then put it away to sail as a normal ship ... Anti piracy patrols would have to board the ship and find a flag .... -
[COR Jul FB1] Return to Civilisation
Roadmonkeytj replied to Ayrlego's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
Good work on the temple ... Hope it does well! -
Google lego ice cube molds ... Several vendors sell them .... As to your original question. Most of my lego is semi transportable .... So if im working with particular colors I drag the organiser to the living room lol ... Unfortunately you have to be able to pick up the "mess" unless you have an understanding partner, are single,or have no young children. I also make several trips back to the lego room lol. But lucky for me the partner in crime likes legos (kinda got her hooked)
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[AMRCA - THUNDERSTRUCK!] The Hunt for Zeus' Lightning
Roadmonkeytj replied to Ross Fisher's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
Thanks I'll have to check them out! -
[AMRCA - THUNDERSTRUCK!] The Hunt for Zeus' Lightning
Roadmonkeytj replied to Ross Fisher's topic in Brethren of the Brick Seas
Ross more info on the victorian players please that was an awesome preformance -
I really like your unconventional parts usage on this .... The ship has a nice curve and im liking the lamp post mast. The water is convincing as well.
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Small layout on a door - now completely custom!
Roadmonkeytj replied to sed6's topic in LEGO Train Tech
Thanks ... Yea im primarily on mobile lol rarely on a computer ... First time I logged in to the laptop on EB I was like what are these awesome build links for people I had been interacting with for months lol -
4-10-4 type steam locomotive "Red Demon" + Pan-American Limited - real world train MOC
Roadmonkeytj replied to Murdoch17's topic in LEGO Train Tech
It all depends on the store ... Sometimes its worth paying .11 for the brick as opposed to .02 because of the sellers S&H price. There is a particular store I order large orders from in germany and its about 10- 17 shipped but im spending 50 -80 dollars in parts and pieces ... And they always split my orders into smaller boxes for me to keep the costs down and usually customs doesnt question. Oddly its 7-12 for my average US order and 15-20 for Canadian .... And thats to northern Indiana ... I dont think Ive ever ordered less than 30 parts at a time lol My orders from Germany take 12 days. My Canadian take 14-17. My US take 2-7 days on average.