OG_technic Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Hey guys, I was gifted 100$ today and I've decided to spend that to expand my parts collection. So far I have one set (42009) and 25$ worth of parts I ordered off of bricklink so I have no suspension, IR and pneumatic pieces. I have one L-motor and the set of LAs that come with the 42009. Now should I spend my 100$ on individual parts on bricklink, buy a brand new set from TLC or buy a used set good for parts from eBay? I would really like some steering arms and hubs etc. but I could also use another motor and some styling pieces. I can hold off on the pneumatics until the 42043 comes out. What do you think I should do? Quote
zux Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 If you need "as much as you can get" for your money - I would go for used set(s). In case you'd like IR system - look for used 9398, these have 2 L-motors,servo, IR system and good parts pack to build other off-roaders. For Pneumatics, I would look for used 8455. Well, direction of suggestions depends on your priorities. Quote
OG_technic Posted January 30, 2015 Author Posted January 30, 2015 Well, right now I'd like to prioritize on parts for suspension and maybe one extra motor to drive more functions. But the thing is, there is no single set with enough steering arms, hubs and cv joints for a 4 axle truck. Quote
Osuharding1 Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I would go with bricklink all the way... buying sets you end up with a bunch of parts you either already have or do not need or the wrong color... bricklink is the way to go for sure... but I would go Lego S@H direct to get your PF elements since its a bit cheaper than sellers on Bricklink. Just my opinion though Quote
DrJB Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Get the customizable red truck, it's got plenty of suspension parts, hubs, and many interesting parts, all for $90.00 Quote
dr_spock Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Get the customizable red truck, it's got plenty of suspension parts, hubs, and many interesting parts, all for $90.00 +1 That's a good suggestion. Assuming the OP has $100 in US dollars and not Australian dollars. He didn't mention where he was located. Quote
NXT45 Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I think the best amount of $/part is on bricklink or big sets. Quote
OG_technic Posted January 30, 2015 Author Posted January 30, 2015 Thanks for the ideas guys, I live in the US so the pickup would be within budget for me. Also what's the best brick link store for technic in the US? Quote
Milan Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 (edited) Thanks for the ideas guys, I live in the US so the pickup would be within budget for me. Also what's the best brick link store for technic in the US? Best part of the answer-anybody can have different favorite store. Just decide what type of parts you need the most, go to BL and search for those parts, find the store with most of those parts with best prices, and with best shipping prices. Beware, it is very addictive! Edited January 30, 2015 by Milan Quote
Ondra Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Get the customizable red truck, it's got plenty of suspension parts, hubs, and many interesting parts, all for $90.00 I agree, is not interesting set for functions but It looks to be great parts donor. Quote
allanp Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 (edited) Depends on the parts you want, but my vote goes on buying the individual parts you need from Lego https://service.lego...tBrickBuy/42039 or bricklink if Lego are out of stock. Edited January 30, 2015 by allanp Quote
Rishab N Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 This topic is something I've been wondering for a while. I got an extra 45 dollars lying around after buying 8448. Any idea what to do with that? Quote
OG_technic Posted January 31, 2015 Author Posted January 31, 2015 Depends on the parts you want, but my vote goes on buying the individual parts you need from Lego https://service.lego...tBrickBuy/42039 or bricklink if Lego are out of stock. Wow, I did not know that you could buy parts directly from Lego. The wheel hubs and suspension arms are much cheaper than on bricklink too! This is awesome, thanks. Quote
DrJB Posted January 31, 2015 Posted January 31, 2015 (edited) This topic is something I've been wondering for a while. I got an extra 45 dollars lying around after buying 8448. Any idea what to do with that? Go to the lego link mentioned in post 12, or look for 'Lego Technic Lots' on eBay. Every now and then you can get decent deals. Avoid the "100 random pieces for $X" scams, as the pictures typically show BETTER parts than what they send. Edited January 31, 2015 by DrJB Quote
Rishab N Posted January 31, 2015 Posted January 31, 2015 Go to the lego link mentioned in post 12, or look for 'Lego Technic Lots' on eBay. Every now and then you can get decent deals. Avoid the "100 random pieces for $X" scams, as the pictures typically show BETTER parts than what they send. I'm thinking the spirograph as I have a bunch of the parts for that. I've sorta given up on Ebay. I've missed/lost too many auctions Quote
OG_technic Posted January 31, 2015 Author Posted January 31, 2015 What do you guys think about Arctic Truck+ $15 worth of parts from Bricks n Pieces? With the Arctic Truck I get lovely orange panels 2 mini-LAs 2 Unimog "power ball joints" - just what I need for a live axle setup 4 UV joints 4 Hubs 4 non-steered wheel bearings 4 shock absorbers tracks! Plus, it's way better looking than the Off -Roader. And with the leftover 15$ I can buy enough pieces for a independent front suspension setup. Quote
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