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    Well quit fooling around then... More speed, more power https://www.digitalstormonline.com/configurator.asp?id=1034477 jon
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    For Jim: http://www.myfonts.com/fonts/gatf/helenium/ http://www.myfonts.com/fonts/fontfont/ff-oxide-stencil-pro/ http://www.myfonts.com/fonts/canadatype/lancelot-pro/ Etc,. etc. Go look. jon
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    Lowercase was never an option in design school. Hours upon hours with that darned lettering guide developing my own "style" (mandatory exercise), and for what? So now I use fonts developed by some 18 year-old in Bulgaria who has never hand lettered a sheet of velum. Ok, rant over. My preferences, and it is aesthetic and legibility, are uppercase News Gothic or Gill Sans MT. jon
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    http://www.dafont.com/flux.font jon
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    If you're after a 3D model, then export from a 3D view. jon
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    CA is not touchscreen optimized, but there users out in the wild working successfully on systems such as the Microsoft Surface Pro. Meeces are another story. CA does not recommend wireless mice (And I've use an MS Mobile Mouse 4000 since... forever). Search here, in the forums, for discussions re: mouse. There are many opinions. jon
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    Steve, did you trying increasing your trim Depth to something => the siding thickness? (Sorry, I'm no help on the arch) jon
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    Doug, you've missed my point entirely. My point wasn't about the technical capabilities of any system(s). It's purely about giving your business an advantage by leveraging the tax code. The US Gov't is telling small businesses, "Go buy stuff, we'll give you the money." (Actually, they're forgiving part of a debt, but... semantics) If that's the case, then why, as a small business person, wouldn't I take every advantage I can to make my operation better? My intent isn't to start a debate, just an observation of a mindset that "befuddles" me. jon
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    jcaffee replied to imagekit's topic in General Q & A

    Libs like the "Mod/Retro" library. They're collections of assorted... "Stuff", which occasionally includes fixtures for bath/kitchen. jon
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    Tommy, not sure what upsets you here. You are going to pay the money--one way or the other. The question is, do you pay it to the federal government, or the vendor of qualified products/services? If you only owe $800 on your tax bill, then, well--I guess an $800 computer will do the trick. I know, since I became a working adult, my tax bill is substantially more than $800, and actually covers CA w/SSA, associated hardware, and if I'm working off site, maybe even a new car/truck to get there. (That's why people call Section 179 the "SUV Loophole"). Didn't intend to offend, but if you CAN??? Why wouldn't you get a more robust/durable system? Section 179 makes it so small businesses CAN. That was the intent of the law. jon
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    jcaffee replied to imagekit's topic in General Q & A

    If you're after brand specific models, then then manufactures' websites are the best place to start. Other than that, 3D Warehouse is your best bet. https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/ And don't forget the "Bonus" libraries. jon
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    It truly befuddles me when I see a discussion re: how underpowered a machine which you can run CA. Sure, this may make sense if you're talking to the DIY/Enthusiast market, but is not CA a professional toolset? As the limits of Section 179 (US Tax code) are still set to allow small business to deduct the entire purchase of hardware and software for a Chief optimized system, why bother with underpowered machines? Honestly, either pay the tech vendor or pay the gov't, your choice... I pay the tech/equipment vendor every time. Section 179 = 100% deduction of computer hardware and COTS software (within limits). And, there's carryover. So, instead of worrying about "can I run CA on an $800 laptop", all y'all need to be... https://www.digitalstormonline.com/configurator.asp?id=1031732 Disclaimer: I am not an accountant, talk to your tax pro or do your own research. So there. jon
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    xterix, a re-format and re-install takes time... lots of time. And then you're left with "like new" old technology. What's the point? Buy a new machine, install your software, create a mountable ISO image of your old drive (incase there's stuff, and there's always stuff), test your old hdd/ISO disk mount on new machine, use CCleaner to wipe your old system, then re-install OS from the OS partition, donate to a worthy charity. Enjoy new tech on new machine. So simple. jon... wishing it were that simple
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    VA not WA Brudda. Notice I'm using 3yo tech, and I won't be upgrading until at least spring of next year. jon
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    Here you go... http://www.amazon.com/G750JS-DS71-17-3-inch-Gaming-GeForce-Graphics/dp/B00IEV85OU/ref=pd_cp_pc_0 A sidebar; The ASUS ROG 750 series (NVidia GTX 860 and >) have mini display port v1.2, make sure you get equally capable monitors, else you get stuck using HDMI and VGA (A config I use, and it is less than color match friendly) jon
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    P. only 6K. Mustn't have gone for the dual Xeon mobile workstation.
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    What I say to everybody who asks this question, "What's your budget?" Comparable to a good desktop system... http://www.amazon.com/G750JZ-DS71-17-3-inch-Gaming-GeForce-Graphics/dp/B00IAACWH6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1408208841&sr=8-4&keywords=asus+rog+750 jon
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    I'm all for a SAS model as an option for CA. I'd be very excited to see a price point @ < $50 per month on an annual commitment. jon
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    The mantra for code fixers everywhere... "No, no, no, don't tug on that. You never know what it might be attached to." (The geeks amongst you should get a chuckle) jon
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    I'll go with what Dennis said. If I'm getting brand specific, I'll download the 3-part and the install guide from the manufacturers' website, then model to their specs. jon
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    No need to stack cabinets, just add doors. The only thing lacking is a correctly oriented opening indicator. jon
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    Does anybody have a source for Rangemaster/AGA appliance 3D models (or something similar)? Specifically, I'm looking for a Rangemaster Classic Deluxe 90. This is a consumer products company out of the UK, but manufacturers' web site doesn't even have 2D much less 3D drawing/models. http://www.rangemaster.co.uk/range-cooking/range-cookers/classic/classic-90-dual-fuel jon
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    Once you've done what Larry suggested, be sure to turn OFF software control of rendering in CA. That way the two systems aren't fighting one another. jon
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    These are finish specific bump maps for American Clay materials. jon
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    Well, that was intuitive. 3D>Materials>Convert Textures to Materials. jon