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November 30, 2008

LionelManuals Review - Repair Manuals For Lionel Trains

Filed under: Toys — Tags: — Stanley Hughs @ 5:21 pm
by Stanley Hughs

Do you require to fix your Lionel train? Are you a Lionel train enthusiast, buying, mending up, and trading Lionel trains? If so, and then you’ll be grateful to discover the perfect Lionel trains repair manual at LionelManuals.com!

Actually, it’s much more than just a repair manual, too. Its a two CD set chock full of everything you need to be confident to repair, mend, or accessorize Lionel trains at a pro level.

You’ll see particular directions for mending all Lionel train constructed from 1906 through 1986. These certain instructions are illustrated throughout with thousands of plots and unique blueprints to make understanding the directions crystal clear. Want to study just one part of a plot? No problem! They’re “zoomable”! Yes, the manuals were planned with you in mind! You can zoom in on whatever part so that you can see precisely the spot that you are performing on.

Even with so much subject, you can easily find the exact page you want for your particular train. Its user-friendly - they indexed each page for you!

Plus, the manual is printable, so that you can print out what you ask and take it to your work table with you.

There is also a handy areas and accessories catalog. You can visualise what each is open for your Lionel train, and get whatever big ideas on accessories to make your apparatus complete.

You can even visualise how your Lionel train set was in the beginning prepared back when it was manufactured. They have included a lot of old Lionel catalogs, ads, and pictures. Experience your train with its basic concept, and feel a few fresh memories of the old days crawling in. Most Lionel train collectors now have a passion for their hobby for this very cause. They remember what it was like when they were so small and they got their original Lionel train! They can sense the awe and the joy all over once again.
It’s like Christmas morning! Is it the same for you? Is that why you are repairing your old Lionel train right now? They do have a way of bringing back those memories, don’t they?

Yea, Lionel trains are 1 of the good parts of our story, and a section that we wish to recall.

Talking of history, your 2 CD Lionel Train repair and restoration set also includes an educational report: The History of the US Railway System. See how right your Lionel trains are, and how well the models fit in with the real history of trains in our state. In Point Of Fact, several of the Lionel trains were an direct replication of a specified train.

All this can be yours with the full Lionel train repair manual set from LionelManuals.com. It’s an outstanding value! You are sure to love it!

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Baby Toddler Years are the Basis of a Child’s Imagination

Filed under: Kids Toys — Tags: — Edie Mindell @ 3:27 pm
by Edie Mindell

When most baby girls hit about 18 months they begin to show great interest in babies. It is always so cute to see toddlers, only barely past infancy themselves pointing to and trying to care for other children they identify as a ‘bebe’. Most toddlers of this age and interest are provided with a baby doll of her own to love, in some cases many baby dolls.

Your toddler loves to hold and cuddle her baby. Why not foster that interest and imaginative play by adding the fun extras this Christmas? There are many different baby dolls to choose from. Everything from dolls that cry to dolls that wet their diaper after feeding them a baby bottle full of water.

Doll furniture is available in any shape or size you can imagine. There is no end to what you can find. If a real baby uses it, there is a replica made for her baby doll too.

Cribs for baby dolls come in all shapes, sizes and colors. It is so much more fun to shop for doll furniture to baby your baby’s baby than it was to pick it for yourself. A word of caution here: toddlers like to climb. Large upright or rocking varieties might need to be carefully considered. More basic models that are close to the floor will keep your toddler out of trouble.

When it comes to doll furniture cribs are only the tip of the iceberg. You will find high chairs, mobiles, swings, rocking chairs, car seats, bouncy seats and diaper changing tables. Just remember your child is likely to test them for her own baby, so make sure they are sturdy and safe in case your child climbs in too.

Strollers are very popular as the ‘little mommy’ can pretend she is taking her baby for a walk in the park or across the family room to the grocery store she has set up on her own little table and chairs she also got for Christmas or her first birthday.

If your little mommy likes to bathe her doll there are accessories for that too: miniature tubs, towels wash clothes and shampoo bottles. There are even some kinds of dolls that show clean or dirty spots depending on the water temperature your child uses to clean their faces.

Baby towels, washcloths and blankets are important to round out the imaginary story your little girl will have made up, as she plays out the day, including putting her baby to bed at night, complete with bedtime stories.

A diaper bag is a must have for baby care, even when your baby is a plastic doll. Toddlers love to do what they see their parent’s doing. Give your child a diaper bag and a few extras like tiny diapers, a set of wipes, bottles and Velcro bibs and they will have hours of fun simply packing and unpacking the diaper bag.

Don’t forget the dress up clothes. Putting on a play dress, complete with high heels, hat and purse sets the stage for looking her best when she is out on the town with her newborn. In her fantasy world, she wants to look her best as she stops on the way to allow other fantasy mom’s to ooh and aah over her carriage.

All of these play activities are important to discovering how the world works and to expand the imagination muscles that will help to form her ability to create a life of wonder and turn that into her own reality.

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November 29, 2008

Star Wars FX Lightsabers - The Ultimate Star Wars Collectible

Filed under: Toys — Tags: — Robert Aldrin @ 12:17 pm
by R.M.Doyle

Anyone can now have the chance of being just like some of the well known characters to be found in the Star Wars movies. This can be achieved by them owning one of the Star Wars FX Lightsabers. Certainly for anyone who is an avid fan of these sci-fi movies owning an official reproduction of such a piece of equipment from them is something to be cherished.

These Star Wars FX Lightsabers are not cheap compared to some of the toy versions available, but they do have plenty of great features on them. The features that these particular Lightsabers have are as follows:-

1. The Lightsabers blade not only glows as the ones do in the movies but they also seem to come to live in the same way when they power up and down as they would in the movies.

2. The sound effects that you hear from these Star Wars FX Lightsabers are very real because they are the same sounds that you hear in the movies and have been digitally recorded and stored in to them.

3. Each of the various models of these Lightsabers has four motion sensors built into them and these are what help you to control the various features on them. This includes control over the sound effects, the power up and power down features, plus you have control over the clash and idle hum features as well.

4. The hilt of every one of the Lightsabers is made from metal that is durable and as well as looking just like those in the movie it feels like them as well.

5. Once you have finished dueling with your enemies then you have the opportunity to rest yours by placing on the display stand which is provided with it.

There is only one really decision you need to make now is which of the three different models of the Star Wars FX Lightsabers you want to own. You have the option of either going for the Darth Vader version which comes with a red blade, the Luke Skywalker version that has a blue blade or the Yoda version that has a green blade.

But in order to run each one of these you do require batteries for them. For the Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker Star Wars FX Lightsabers you will need 3 x AA batteries to power all its features. As for the Yoda model this one because it is smaller being only 33 inches in length needs 3 x AAA batteries.

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Vintage Model Trains - How To Repair and Service

Filed under: Toys — Tags: — Mike Hughs @ 8:09 am
by Mike Hughs

Say you are a Lionel trains fancier, amending and servicing your Lionel trains is a regular division of your hobby. You desire to preserve your trains reckoning sharp and performing well for the most enjoyment. If you mean to deal your trains, so keeping them at their greatest is a key to taking a tremendous price. Most Lionel train amends can be done decently there in your private home. Say you do the restores yourself, you can preserve money on repair accounts, and relish the gratification of keeping those stunners looking fantastic!

Here are numerous hints for several of the most ordinary Lionel train repairs :

If your train appears to be jugging, the reason is credibly because there is several grease, rust, or oil develop on either the path or the wheels of the train. These build ups can affect the connection between the track and the train. Say there is not a good connector, so it doesn’t function as well.

Cleaning Dust From The Track and Wheels

If you see some rust, apply several sand paper to get rid of it. If there is awful build up, you can use a supplemental knife to scratch off the hugest part of it. Or Else, you can use rust remover. After you remove the rust, saturate a soft cloth with light oil spray, and rub the track with it. Then buff it with a fresh region of the cloth.

Say you see whatsoever greenish or cranky white build up, this is oxidation. Simply soak your track in oxidisation remover for a few min, and then accomplish with the easy oil spray and buffing.

Be certain you do not always practice steel wool on your tracks. Little particles of the steel wool will come off and then stick to the track. These molecules will get found by your railway locomotive, and could make enough harm to ruin it.

If you have whatsoever obstinate stains of grease, a hard eraser will eradicate them.

Follow the same operation for the wheels, but a Q-Tip loaded with the oil spray functions best for cleansing the stain from them.

Repairing The Track Regions So They Fit Together Snugly

Different 1 of your average Lionel train repairs is getting the areas of your track to fit tightly unitedly. Over time, the connecters tend to become slightly bent, loosening up the connections. When you encounter this problem, use needle nose pliers to cautiously bend the connections back into place. When you have them back where they should be, your track pieces will fit snugly as one once again.

Mending The Cars

Keeping your cars in tip top process is likewise important. Soil and oil can develop in these likewise. Utilise the light oil spray to clean them. If you need to utilise some oil to small moving parts, use a toothpick to transfer a small drop of oil to where you need it. You do not want to overdo it in utilizing the oil.

Once your car is clean, check it for bent or broken pieces. Say some thing is bent, you may be capable to use needle-nose pliers to gently guide it backwards.

Most of the time you can replace any parts that need replacing yourself. Ordinarily they are related with average screws. Merely unscrew the region and screw the fresh portion into position.

Where Do You Find Replacement Parts?

You can find replacement parts to complete your Lionel train repairs at your local hobby shop or specialty Lionel stores.

One excellent resource for your Lionel train repairs is LionelManuals.com.

They sell a 2 CD set that includes extensive illustrated repair instructions, blueprints, parts lists, and a parts and accessories catalog. They cover all Lionel trains manufactured from 1906 to 1986. These manuals make do-it-yourself Lionel train repairs easy, no matter which model you need to repair. You can become a pro in repairing your Lionel trains yourself with LionelManuals.com.

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November 28, 2008

Holiday Shopping Diva: Have a Plan B for your Holiday Shopping

Filed under: Toys — Tags: — Edie Mindell @ 12:01 pm
by Edie Mindell

Holiday Shopping Diva here with another dose of sanity to add to your holiday shopping excursions this year. One of the most difficult things about the whole holiday gift giving process is that even with the best-laid plans there is always a hitch. Sometimes this is a minor set back that can easily be rectified, other times it is not so minor.

What do you do when your toddler happens to set his heart on this season’s equivalent of the cabbage patch doll or tickle me Elmo toy? (Bloodshed is not an option.) Let’s face it, if your baby or toddler wants the season’s ‘it’ toy, you may need a plan B.

When you think your list might be laden with toys that will be snapped up before the boxes are off the delivery truck having a good offense is the only way to go. The only offense in shopping is to shop longer and harder than the other shoppers. This means you will need to start looking for that red wagon early in the season and with a great degree of frequency until it is secreted away for your child.

If shopping till you drop does not yield the perfect tricycle then a special order might be what you need. You might pay a bit more in shipping, but at least you will get the gift you are after. When implementing the special order plan B do not forget to allow time for shipping and check the internet as well as in-store ordering options.

One of the less popular tactics but one that might need to be used is simply knowing when to say when. Holiday shopping and gift giving should be fun especially when you are shopping for kids. When no other gift will possibly do this can be difficult but you do not need to abandon all hope of ever presenting your child with a beautiful step stool just her size. All that needs to be altered is the timeline. The mad rush to buy a holiday toy passes with the holiday season. To this end buy the gift and present it to your child for Valentine’s Day, a birthday or just as an out of the blue I’m thinking of you.

Plan B options also include the second choice gift. Sometimes the perfect gift that you just can’t find is also the one you thought of yourself. You know your child will just love a rocking horse, but she didn’t ask for it. In this case make a last minute gift substitution. Your child will never even know, and your sanity and stress level will decrease.

Don’t forget the power of the internet. Many gifts that are not to be found in a traditional store are available with very little hassle on-line! I have begun doing much of my holiday shopping online. It is great! Stay tuned for more internet shopping tips that will certainly spice up your holiday shopping.

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Spike the Ultra Dinosaur Review

Filed under: Toys — Tags: — James Hayden Rayburn @ 7:05 am
by James Hayden Rayburn

Dinosaurs are a new favorite among most young kids and my twins are no exceptions! I bought 2 Fisher-Price Imaginext Spike the Ultra Dinosaur for them on their 8th birthday last month and they thoroughly enjoy playing with Spike!

Children will instantly love Spikes cool personality. His eyes blink when he is switched on, he has gnarly teeth and poky spikes on his back. He has a cute round yellow belly and a green skin. Putting Spike together is very easy. Just follow the instructions on the box, and Spike is ready to explore his world!

Fisher-Price Imaginext Spike the Ultra Dinosaur is remote controlled. This green skinned little dino is 27 inches tall, has a yellow underbelly, gnarly teeth and many spikes down his back that light up when he is switched on. This Brontosaurus styled dinosaur operated with a wireless remote control which has large illustrated buttons, which makes it easy for kids to understand and use them.

Fisher-Price Imaginext Spike the Ultra Dinosaur comes with a wireless remote control with big illustrated buttons making it easy for your kids to use it. It also comes with an instruction booklet which shows you how to attach Spike’s legs and tail. These pieces are color coded to prevent any confusion. Make sure you firmly attach all the connection points otherwise Spike would wobble while walking.

Also fully charge the included rechargeable NiMH batteries before your kid starts playing with Spike. It could take up to 4 hours to for the process. But it is worth the wait because it will give your kid an undisturbed playtime with his favorite Dinosaur. The remote control requires 3 AA batteries while are not included in the pack.

Once Spike is switched on, the spikes down his neck and back light up and he starts blinking his eyes. It could be a little tricky to maneuver Spike in the beginning, but with practice, it gets a lot easier. These sound effects add more fun while playing. It’s like bringing Spike the dinosaur to life.

Spikes large size makes him an excellent outdoor playmate for your kids. It’s a fun cool toy for $129.88. Your kids will love it for sure! There is nothing more delightful to watch your young dinosaur enthusiast jump with joy!

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November 27, 2008

Star Wars Vintage Toys: The Coolest Collectibles on the Market!

Filed under: Toys — Tags: — Jared Conley @ 11:14 pm
by Jared Conley

Everyone believes “their” markets are the “coolest” collectible toy markets, but most fingers point to vintage Hot Wheels, vintage Transformers, vintage Star Wars, and vintage Pez. Out of all of these, Star Wars vintage toys are arguably among the most valuable individually, though with the many Pez prototypes and variations available, Pez are probably more valuable in aggregate.

In 1977, Kenner produced the original line of twelve Star Wars action figures, and this entire line is extremely desirable to Star Wars enthusiasts, each netting over two thousand dollars if still in good condition and in their original packaging. The most valuable vintage toy is argued to be Vlix, a short-lived character who appeared in a Braziliam cartoon. Vlix nets well over six thousand dollars if in great condition.

Contributing to the valuation of these figures is the exclusivity of the license. For example, Kenner Canada, located in Ontario, held the license for Star Wars toys in Canada from 1977 until 1985, but only distributed about ten percent of the figures at that time. That, along with the fact that the Canadian lines were printed with bilingual packaging, adds a unique twist to those interested in the collectible value of Star Wars toys.

Another interesting collectible item available, but incredibly hard to come by, are figure prototypes. Prototypes and test products are very common in other markets, , but much rarer in the Star Wars market.

While many current Star Wars fans are young, and because there has been a glut of new licenses on the market, these newer figures will likely never attain the valuations that current vintage figures attained. For example, a recent release features Star Wars toys that morph from characters like Darth Vader into objects like the Death Star. These Transformers figures mashups are selling right now, but supply is also high, removing one of the valuation factors from the equation.

There are also other foreign releases, with the Japanese Star Wars toys being very unique, and therefore, very desirable and highly collectible. European toys are also popular and regularly confused with Canadian releases, due to their bilingual packaging. The easiest way to tell these releases apart is by viewing the address on the package, which will clearly indicate the country of origin.

With Star Wars toys, you have an excellent movie franchise, a devoted fan base, opportunities to locate unique figures, and much heavier demand than supply. These factors combine to lead many professional collectors to believe that Star Wars vintage action figures will retain their valuations for the long haul.

So dig in your attic, uncover that old Landspeeder or AT-AT Walker, and see if you have a collectible on your hands!

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Eye Clops Night Vision Infrared Stealth Goggles

Filed under: Toys, night vision — Tags: , , — James Hayden Rayburn @ 9:04 pm

by James Hayden Rayburn

Let your kid take the game of ‘Hide-and-go-Seek’ to a whole new level with EyeClops Night Vision Infrared Stealth Goggles. This super gadget allows your kid to see in absolute darkness using infrared illumination technology.

This swanky looking toy has a rubber exterior and adjusting top and side straps to give a comfortable fit. I bought this as a birthday gift for my 8 year old son, but all of us at home burrow it from him every time! It’s so much fun.

Once you switch on the EyeClops, the display screen inside the right eye piece lights up. There is a flip-up eye piece hinged over the left eye piece, which can be closed when the EyeClops are in use and flipped open when they are turned off. EyeClops night vision goggles come in two modes; the maximum surveillance mode in which your kid could see up to 50 feet in complete darkness and the stealth mode where they could be completely invisible while they discover the dark surroundings. This is possible due to the Infrared Technology.

You should use EyeClops under adult supervision. Thought the images of the dark landscape are clear, it provides only a marginal view. Stay away from places you can fall over. Your child could see up to 50 feet in complete darkness with the maximum surveillance mode. With the stealth mode which uses the infrared technology, they could be completely invisible while exploring the dark landscape.

EyeClops are very light and durable, it’s easy to carry them around hence it’s a perfect companion for camping out. I used these wonderful gadgets in my attic just for fun, and I was amazed that I could see clearly in pitch darkness, and could even read the writings on the boxes! With EyeClops Night Vision Goggles, you could have a secret nighttime mission of your own!

EyeClop’s Infrared night vision technology gives you a nice and clear vision even in total darkness. With the switch of a button you can change from ‘Black and white’ to the ‘Green’ screen display.

For $68.88, this is an exceedingly cool toy. The pack contains EyeClops head piece with goggles, battery pack and adjustable straps. EyeClops has Real Night Vision Technology, which could otherwise cost you much more for a similar gadget. It is extremely ‘kid-friendly’ because of its rubber exterior. So I won’t mind it, if my kid bumps in a bit while playing! I am taking my kid for camping next weekend and we both are very excited to use EyeClops Night Vision Goggles!

 

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November 26, 2008

The Top 8 Toys For Children This Christmas

Filed under: Toys — Tags: — Bert Mackay @ 4:09 pm
by Bert Mackay

Christmas, they say, is for children. And what better way to bring joy to children than through toys? As the kids’ most-awaited day approaches, a mad rush to toy shops ensues. But there are hundreds upon hundreds of toys to choose from. From dolls, stuffed animals and cartoon characters, to race cars, to building blocks, to electronic game consoles, the choices are endless. So which are the most popular toys this year?

Fisher-Price Elmo Live. Play with Elmo! He actually opens his mouth to talk and moves his arms and legs, and even dance, just like the real Sesame Street character. He will also share stories, tell jokes and sing songs. It is certainly a thrilling experience for a child to see his/her toy come to life.

Nintendo DS Lite. With vast number of game titles to choose from, kids would definitely find one that they will enjoy playing. Playing games like this can also be educational for kids, through games such as Nintendogs, which would help children take better care for their pets, and Brain Age, which exercises mental capacities.

Fur Real Friends Biscuit My Lovin Pup. The wonders of having a pet dog, with no mess! Through voice prompts, this pup will obey orders such as “Sit” and “Lie down”, shakes a paw and wag his tail just like a real puppy. With a height of 21″ tall, with soft plush-like fur, Biscuit is a perfect playmate for any child.

Fisher-Price Kid Tough Portable DVD Player Blue This tough and durable portable DVD player is perfect for kids. Let them watch their favourite DVDs without the fear of them breaking anything. The large, bright buttons are perfect for little hands. Pop in the DVD in the player, and let your child do the rest.

Pleo Dinosaur - A UGOBE Life Form. This robo-dinosaur is one of the most intelligent electronic friend by far, and what is taught to it may affect its attitude as it ‘grows’ older. The sophisticated artificial intelligence installed in Pleo would enable him to create his own personality as you interact with him.

Fisher-Price Kid-Tough Waterproof Digital Camera
Let your child’s imagination flow through pictures. This working camera is made to survive any child’s rough treatment, and is now waterproofed. Now your child can take pictures while having fun about in the water.

Webkinz Ganz Large Fantail Goldfish .Take home this plush pet goldfish and enter the secret code in the Webkinz website, and enter the online world of Webkinz! Take care of your pet, earn points, play games and interact with other pet owners online while hugging your plush pet.

Playskool Kota My Triceratops Dinosaur. Kota the Triceratops is a pre-historic friend willing to join your child in an amazing imaginative adventure. With realistic sound effects and body movements like tail-swishing and horn movements, Kota is one playmate your child will definitely enjoy having adventures with.

Sure these toys may cost some dollars, but seeing kids’ smiles and hearing their laughter as they enjoy their gifts is definitely worth every penny.

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November 24, 2008

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Filed under: Evil Knievel Toys — Tags: — admin @ 7:21 pm

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