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Offline Wirelizard

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #30 on: 18 October 2009, 07:34:20 AM »
I haven't had a chance to go to the art shop yet so I've done some work on the loading crane and colour test...

Many thanks to the Admiral for the inspiration for the crane, kudos to you  8)


You must have access to a lasercutter? Lucky sod.

Looks very cool, I think you're winning the "Migod it's gonna be huge! :o" sweepstakes so far!

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #31 on: 18 October 2009, 07:39:52 AM »
'Fraid so...

But if people aren't happy about it (it is a bit of an unfair advantage) then I don't mind withdrawing my entry  :)

cheers

James

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #32 on: 18 October 2009, 08:56:07 AM »
'Fraid so...

But if people aren't happy about it (it is a bit of an unfair advantage) then I don't mind withdrawing my entry  :)

cheers

James
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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #33 on: 18 October 2009, 09:13:12 AM »
Well done Jimbib!  :-*

I notice in the top left hand corner of the first picture you've revealed you secret stash of booze (well, not that secret)  ;) With that and a lazer cutter you're asking for trouble, lets see how many fingers you've got left by the weekend.

As for the colour scheme for the metal work all I can add is maybe a bit of wear and tear from the martian atmosphere.
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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #34 on: 18 October 2009, 09:31:44 AM »
But if people aren't happy about it (it is a bit of an unfair advantage) then I don't mind withdrawing my entry  :)
I see no reason to do that.  Contestants will inevitably have a varied range of materials, tools, paints, ability, experience etc to hand. This would apply to any contest.  The important thing is to take part and show what you can do with what you have.
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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #35 on: 18 October 2009, 11:43:20 AM »
thank You @silent invader, I second that with all my heart

and as a competitor, I do not have any problems with a lasercutter  ;)
so this is indeed plasticcard for the crane?

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #36 on: 18 October 2009, 12:11:12 PM »
'Fraid so...

But if people aren't happy about it (it is a bit of an unfair advantage) then I don't mind withdrawing my entry  :)

cheers

James

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #37 on: 18 October 2009, 12:23:20 PM »
Looking good James. :o :o
Don’t dare withdraw from the competition. Unless you are scared we will put you to shame with our amazing skills.  :D ;)
We are all jealous of you having access to the laser cutter. ;D
The build is looking great so far. :-* :-* :-*
Can’t wait to see this progressed.

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #38 on: 18 October 2009, 12:39:49 PM »
Laser cutter - pah!  :D :D

Ask him what he does for a living  :D

I do actually agree with all thats been said. Its all about the posts from everyone, its not even like there is a prize :)
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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #39 on: 18 October 2009, 03:12:48 PM »
He's perfectly allowed to use a laser cutter. He just has to cut out the templates I need for my build too  ;)
I'll expect to pick them up at BLAM.
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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #40 on: 18 October 2009, 03:24:36 PM »
Not at all James - for me LAF comps aren't about winning or even taking part, they're about sharing and learning.  :)

Oh, and it's looking rather good!  :D

To me it is all about crushing and humiliating the opposition and to strew salt on their workbenches! :)

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #41 on: 18 October 2009, 04:32:45 PM »
No withdrawing is allowed!    :D
I am thrilled to see the finished result!

Anders

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #42 on: 18 October 2009, 04:51:07 PM »
 :D I'll stay in then :D  ;)

The material that's been laser cut is 1.5mm mounting card (hence the slightly brown edge), it's basically free as we have loads of off cuts from a job a while back (it's all 110mm x 720mm).

Many thanks for the encouragement and prepare to be amazed  :o  ;)

cheers

James

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #43 on: 18 October 2009, 06:02:37 PM »
it goes without saying that all competitors who loose against You get a free lasercut  ;)
preferrably plastic  8)

so anyone - vote for Jimbibbly   :D

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Re: Aha, I know what I'm doing now :-) (updated 18th Oct)
« Reply #44 on: 19 October 2009, 08:52:23 AM »
Looking even more spectacular with each new set of photos. That crane is marvellous.
I am very pleased you live so close, we can get a game in using it as soon as its finished :D
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