How long for the non-superhuman to assemble?

[dr_spock]

Being able to build fast can be useful for the speed build contests held at AFOL conventions. One year I got lucky when the organisers thought it would be fun to have Technic as the set for competition, knowing most of the attendees are system builders. It was fun for me.

[Andy D]

Being able to build fast can be useful for the speed build contests held at AFOL conventions. One year I got lucky when the organisers thought it would be fun to have Technic as the set for competition, knowing most of the attendees are system builders. It was fun for me.

Yes, but did Jar Jar get smashed up in the process? ;) ;)

Andy D

[Lipko]

I don't get it, Andy D, why you feel the need to apologize/explain yourself.

Regarding the telling axle/beam length by eye, it only works for me up to 7 studs, because my OCD is stronger in case of bigger lengths (I feel the lengths, but I feel stronger need to audit)

[Kman860]

Regarding the telling axle/beam length by eye, it only works for me up to 7 studs, .... (I feel the lengths, but I feel stronger need to audit)

Same here, except depending on the day I can sometimes tell a 9 by eye, and on a good day a 15 too

[MacKaiwer]

Yes it really don't matter are you fast or slow builder when you enjoy building Technic. I am myself a quite slow builder but i am enjoying every second so I enjoy longer time when I build slow And when building a MOC time is quite irrelevant factor because the feeling when you succeed to do something your own without instructions is the best feeling that you can get with Technic Legos

[Kman860]

I think too if you build fast normally, like without purposefully rushing and enjoy it, go for it, and if you build slow and enjoy it, go for it

[Andy D]

Well, I just finished the 42039! Wow, what a fun build! I have an approximate number... It took parts of 5 days, maybe 10 to 12 hours total. Every minute was fun, even tracking down and correcting mistakes. I believe mistakes and errors in building help me learn because it forces me to analyze more.

This thread was just meant to be fun, some folks took it way too seriously, but that's OK, as it is more difficult to read emotion in print and posts.

I think we learned some new stuff about each other... Besides sharing creations, I believe this forum is about sharing experiences and friendships...

Now I have to decide what to do...

Take it apart and build the B model

Build the B model from a spare set

Or

Build a different model... Maybe the 42037

I guess I have time to build 1 or 2 more cars, then after Halloween I need to take my Halloween display down and start Christmas. When Christmas is up, I will have time to get back to my Technic building/learning.

Later,

Andy D

[MacKaiwer]

Now I have to decide what to do...

Take it apart and build the B model

Build the B model from a spare set

Or

Build a different model...

Or maybe even build a C or D model from the set 42039? I am myself considering to build one or maybe both of those awesome dokludis' alternative models of this set (The Beast and Winter Killer). But all in all, this was quite nice thread to create interesting discussion

[Blakbird]

So, how do I translate Sariel's times to my times?

Maybe multiply by 3?

That sounds like a good factor, and is one I use variously. For more than a decade I did all the maintenance on my ancient Chrysler until I knew exactly how much any part cost to replace. Then later I bought a Mercedes and found that all my estimates were now totally wrong. I had to multiply by a factor of e to pi.

[Kman860]

That sounds like a good factor, and is one I use variously. For more than a decade I did all the maintenance on my ancient Chrysler until I knew exactly how much any part cost to replace. Then later I bought a Mercedes and found that all my estimates were now totally wrong. I had to multiply by a factor of e to pi.

:laugh:

[Jay Psi]

I had to multiply by a factor of e to pi.

With an absence of a like feature, please accept this thumb up: I'm actually surprised I haven't seen that factoid on here before now.

I'd like to think I can build quickly if I needed to, but it's more important to take what I can from building the set. This can (should) be enjoying the model coming together, but I find it useful to look at the techniques the designer(s) have used and see if I would have done the same or not. For an upper bound I remember 42009 taking me ~20 hours, but I deliberately spread it over 6 days (one for each booklet). Building 42000 for a friend took ~4 hours, but that was about as quick as I get.

[Andy D]

Or maybe even build a C or D model from the set 42039? I am myself considering to build one or maybe both of those awesome dokludis' alternative models of this set (The Beast and Winter Killer). But all in all, this was quite nice thread to create interesting discussion

The Winter Killer http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=115419

And Amanan's Sports a Coupe http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=110661&st=0

Are both gorgeous, but unfortunately at this time, I lack the skills to build such. I guess (for now) I will have to build one of the models for which I have instructions.

Andy D

Edited October 19, 2015 by Andy D

[Alternator]

For me I actually build most models over several days or even weeks - I have a desk where I build and do stints when I feel the urge.

As for speed I think it comes down to how OCD you are...

For me:

Every sticker needs to go on as perfect as possible, and usually I'll read ahead to see how the stickers line up and then put parts together so I can line the stickers up better.

Then there is getting the play on each axle just right, not too loose, not too tight... It gets tricky as the models build and when adding parts some perfectly positioned gears/joins will get pushed on which I then individually recheck for how much play they have.

I even line up the pins as they're seen in the instructions... And I agonised over the subtle error in 42009 crane truck (the opposite rotation on the actuators as the arm is lifted up... I actually adjusted the base so they both will rotate the same direction now).

I think the longer the build the more you get out of it, provided it doesn't get menial.

[Kman860]

Every sticker needs to go on as perfect as possible, and usually I'll read ahead to see how the stickers line up and then put parts together so I can line the stickers up better.

I'm the same, that's why I hate stickers, but I still put them on because as long as I take my time I can do a pretty good job

[bonox]

I had to multiply by a factor of e to pi.

sounds imaginary!

I build only for fun, and part of my fun doesn't involve being first to publish a video of a build, so I can take my time :)

[neoconagenda]

My build times are pretty fast when I am left alone. I recently built the Volvo loader over approx 8 hours including sorting time. The slowest set for me to get through was the Death Star II - about 12 hours total. My speed did get me in trouble on the Volvo and I only found the mistake when I finished it... The front and rear drive were moving opposite of each other. That was a challange to remove and flip the drive without having to rip half the set apart... Point is that fast can get you in trouble!

[Jurss]

I'm also building slow, because i want to enjoy the process. When building, i'm also thinking about construction, how it is made, why it is made so. I don't even count building time. I also don't have time, to sit and build something at once, especcialy Arocs. I spent allredy two evenings on #1 labeled packs. Togehther it is some 2h, with some small brakes. This evening i will contunue with #2