WetWired Posted February 21, 2014 (edited) Hi everyone, thanks to everyone who voted for my Ghostbusters set on CUUSOO and made it a reality, although I didn't really consider the Ghostbusters HQ/Firehouse to be a major part of my CUUSOO submission, some people were disappointed to not see it in the final set. For all those people and the many who have emailed me personally I've recreated the HQ in the Lego Digital Designer so that people can create their own... LDD FILE DOWNLOAD LINK A few things to note, this was built for my local LUG group so it's mainly built for exterior visuals. the LDD is slightly modified in that I've split each floor out individually and seperated them in a modular fashion, this is something I did not do with my original version so this has not been tested with real bricks. The doors do open but they're a bit tight, also I can only comment about my own Ecto-1 (which from the photos seems to be about the same size as LEGOs), but it does fit through the door however you will have to remove the tallest white and red piece on the top of the vehicle. Lastly, there is a connection that LDD does not seem to allow (though it did in an earlier version) but this connection does work with real LEGO pieces, below is an visual explanation of the issue. I'm giving this to the community to take and build upon, modify, improve and expand. If you make any improvements or changes please share them here as I'd love to see them! I only ask that you don't charge money for this LDD file, I don't mind if you put together these things to sell or generate instructions to sell, I only ask that you credit me for the original design. (I would also accept donations of LEGO :P) Here's a photo of it built with real bricks at last years BrisBricks Expo so you can see the height, it's higher than the Town Hall and built over 2x 32x32 baseplates. Overview of my display by Brent Waller, on Flickr Enjoy! Edited February 21, 2014 by WetWired Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hewman Posted February 21, 2014 Thanks for this and your great set. I'd love to hear you talk about the design process and get the box of my to be purchased copy signed. I reckon you'd make a great guest at the various sci fi and comic conventios around the country. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robuko Posted February 21, 2014 Brent, you are a legend! Thank you! :thumbup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TimBurdon Posted February 21, 2014 Thanks for sharing your work. Now to upscale it to miniland size. Hmmmmmmmmmm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LegoFjotten Posted February 21, 2014 Thank you for sharing! Looking forward to picking up the Ecto-1! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CorneliusMurdock Posted February 21, 2014 I wonder if the arch issue has to do with the way they slightly changed the inside curve of the arch you use on top. Thanks so much for sharing. It's really generous of you to provide the file. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Montante Posted February 21, 2014 Thanks for sharing this file. Now to get all the bricks for it. How many pieces did it take to build? Sorry if this has been mentioned before. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herky Posted February 21, 2014 3657 bricks is what I am seeing on the LDD file, this is great, thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Montante Posted February 21, 2014 Thanks Herky. I wasn't able to download the file seeing I'm at work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
escortmad79 Posted February 21, 2014 Thanks for sharing Brent Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Floundie Posted February 21, 2014 Many thanks for sharing this, it is much appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Jersey Brick Guy Posted February 21, 2014 (edited) This is awesome!!!! Will the ecto fit in the firehouse? I am building this next! Off to Bricklink to start ordering pieces! Also, how does one get the parts list for this? I couldn't locate it? Thank you! Edited February 21, 2014 by The Jersey Brick Guy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graphite Posted February 21, 2014 Thanks for sharing Brent!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cult_Of_Skaro Posted February 21, 2014 This is awesome!!!! Will the ecto fit in the firehouse? I am building this next! Off to Bricklink to start ordering pieces! Also, how does one get the parts list for this? I couldn't locate it? Thank you! In LDD, go to File - Export BOM. That'll give you a list of parts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jediami65 Posted February 21, 2014 Great job with the set I will be buying at least three of those sets and can't wait to build it.Thank for the LDD file much appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Jersey Brick Guy Posted February 22, 2014 In LDD, go to File - Export BOM. That'll give you a list of parts. Thank you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WetWired Posted February 22, 2014 In LDD, go to File - Export BOM. That'll give you a list of parts. Awesome, Thanks for the tip, I'll add it to the zip file for future downloaders Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Colossus Posted February 22, 2014 This looks like an awesome Springtime project. I thank you for providing the LDD file! I was looking for a building to add to the town, and this is definitely a winner! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CustomJoe_MD Posted February 22, 2014 (edited) Ecto1 - Check GB Firehouse HQ that Lego wouldn't make even with the votes - Check Ghostbusters Minifigs - Check ...Arm logo patch on said minis TLG "forgot" do give us - no prob, see here how to make it happen: http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=92608&st=0#entry1830558 http://www.flickr.com/photos/118244175@N05/ BW thats some skills you got there no wonder the set got made. Now who you GONNNA CALL?? ...the Interior decorator, thats who! I suggest ORION PAX, for the interior work, this is looking a bit sparse. If someone makes instructions they should be posted freely, as this was also IMO, THANK YOU for making the licensed set so much more, than it would have been otherwise. See guys great thing about this hobby/obsession is TLG doesn't do something, no prob we'll help each other out and just do it ourselves. How revolutionay is that. Edited February 22, 2014 by CustomJoe_MD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marckeyh Posted February 22, 2014 That's a great model Brent. Thanks so much for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ljames28 Posted February 22, 2014 Also, how does one get the parts list for this? I couldn't locate it? Thank you! You can alternatively import the file straight int a BrickOwl Wishlist here http://brickowl.com/wishlist/import and then use the buy tool http://brickowl.com/wishlist/magic to see which combination of stores has the parts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cammo Posted February 22, 2014 I would love the Lego version of the Ghostbuster logo on the car actually... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
schioldann Posted February 22, 2014 Thanks for sharing - most awsome - cannot with to get the ecto-1. But, does anyone have the file in PDF? Cheers and thank you in advance... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Jersey Brick Guy Posted February 22, 2014 You can alternatively import the file straight int a BrickOwl Wishlist here http://brickowl.com/wishlist/import and then use the buy tool http://brickowl.com/wishlist/magic to see which combination of stores has the parts. Thank you, I will have to do that later today! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legoboy_4 Posted February 22, 2014 Very cool I will build this someday. Now we just need TLG to make that sign with the logo on it. ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
