Technic Gearhead Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 She's a beauty! Already RC'd then? Quote
WR3KL3SS Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 She's a beauty! Already RC'd then? Not full RC, only built in functions. With the 8043 in my collection, don't feel the need to RC this one. 8043 is a masterpiece! Quote
Ondra Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 In my honest opinion the only people who could complain if any are the ones that have just bought the 42006 set and want to build the B-model whose instructions should be on the LEGO website. For the rest of us that didn't buy the set (yet) there is no reason to complain at all. Free instructions for a great design that can probably be built with parts of 8043 I consider as a gift! just my $0,02 Oh I understand, I that case I want Dluders life with his "very important" concerns .In 100% there will be instructions, but universe will not break if this is not going to be same day as purchase. Quote
Pedro Antunes Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 You guys are missing the point... its bad image for the brand and looks unprofessional. Quote
Technic Gearhead Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 8043 is a masterpiece! I would have to agree with you there! Quote
davidmull Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 Yes a masterpiece in yellow not orange lol Quote
WR3KL3SS Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 I would have to agree with you there! ok, now you're just showing off...lol that is awesome! Quote
dhc6twinotter Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 (edited) I bought this a couple of days ago, it's a 1 x 11 with a 1 x 3 on one and and a thin 1 x 5 on the other end both adding one stud length to each side. The thin 1 x 5 is attached through a 5L axle that let's it act as a pivot point. It's not forced at all. It doesn't. It is not attached with pin with friction but an axle. Yup, I understand that it is assembled with axles going through pin holes. What I'm referring to is the diagonal upper assembly (1x11 beam, 1x5 thin beams, and 1x3 beams). The connecting points for this diagonal assembly are at right angles to the horizontal lower section. The geometry doesn't really work, and the diagonal assembly is a fraction too short. I guess since it's only off by one hole it fits good enough. Not something I would expect from LEGO though. Not a complaint, just an interesting observation. Otherwise, a wonderful set with a nice price tag! Edited December 29, 2012 by dhc6twinotter Quote
WR3KL3SS Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 You guys are missing the point... its bad image for the brand and looks unprofessional. I don't think there's anything TLG can do to stop me from buying every Technic set they release.....it's a sickness....lol Quote
Technic Gearhead Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 (edited) Yes a masterpiece in yellow not orange lol Just look at all of those beautiful LA's, David. Edited December 29, 2012 by Technic Gearhead Quote
davidmull Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 Just look at all of those beautiful LA's, David. I'm not 100% against la,s just most of the time,they do suit 8043 and I have 2 of that set :) If only they were black or yellow it would help! Quote
WR3KL3SS Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 I'm not 100% against la,s just most of the time,they do suit 8043 and I have 2 of that set :) If only they were black or yellow it would help! Black would be nice, yellow wouldn't look good when used on certain color sets IMHO Quote
Anio Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 What I'm referring to is the diagonal upper assembly (1x11 beam, 1x5 thin beams, and 1x3 beams). The connecting points for this diagonal assembly are at right angles to the horizontal lower section. The geometry doesn't really work, and the diagonal assembly is a fraction too short. I guess since it's only off by one hole it fits good enough. Not something I would expect from LEGO though. I perfectly understood what you meant. And I tell you it again : it works because there is a bit of play, precisely because there is no friction. You can see such things also on the roof of 8258 or on the side of the hood of 9395. As for the roof of 8110, I would call it an illegal build this time. Quote
dhc6twinotter Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 I perfectly understood what you meant. And I tell you it again : it works because there is a bit of play, precisely because there is no friction. You can see such things also on the roof of 8258 or on the side of the hood of 9395. As for the roof of 8110, I would call it an illegal build this time. Ah, ok. I understand what you are saying. I never noticed this on 8258 or 9395 (which I don't have). That's something I would try to avoid on my own mocs, but I guess LEGO deems it acceptable. Anyways, I'll have to see if my local LEGO store has this set in stock. It's very nice. Quote
WR3KL3SS Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 (edited) Better pictures, with a real camera! http://www.flickr.co.../in/photostream Edited December 29, 2012 by WR3KL3SS Quote
Technic Gearhead Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 It looks really nice displayed next to the 8043. A yellow 8294 would complete the ensemble. Quote
WR3KL3SS Posted December 29, 2012 Posted December 29, 2012 It looks really nice displayed next to the 8043. A yellow 8294 would complete the ensemble. It's hard t find an 8294 under $100....I just can't pay that much....need to see if I have enough parts to build on my own. Would probably just need to buy the bucket and tracks on BrickLink. Quote
skylinedan Posted December 30, 2012 Posted December 30, 2012 LEGO had it on their site for 79.99 the other day, now there back up too 100 bucks. Bummer, I was gonna order on this weekend. I guess I,m just gonna have to pay it, LOL. I like the size of it next to the 8043, wondered when someone was gonna put them side by side for a comparison on the size of it. One mod we can do to it is raise the whole cab up so the bottom is about the same height as the roof where its at now. If you ever seen this at a scrap yard the cab is up higher for better visability. Dan. Quote
Pedro Antunes Posted December 30, 2012 Posted December 30, 2012 LEGO had it on their site for 79.99 the other day, now there back up too 100 bucks. Bummer, I was gonna order on this weekend. I guess I,m just gonna have to pay it, LOL. I like the size of it next to the 8043, wondered when someone was gonna put them side by side for a comparison on the size of it. One mod we can do to it is raise the whole cab up so the bottom is about the same height as the roof where its at now. If you ever seen this at a scrap yard the cab is up higher for better visability. Dan. Most equipment like this has raised cabins: It would be a very cool feature! Quote
DLuders Posted December 30, 2012 Posted December 30, 2012 LEGO had it on their site for 79.99 the other day, now there back up too 100 bucks. What are you talking about? I'm in the USA too, and looking at this Shop.Lego.com webpage, the price for the 42006 Excavator is still $79.99. If you're worried about "runaway inflation" , you should order it! Quote
Technic Gearhead Posted December 30, 2012 Posted December 30, 2012 What are you talking about? I'm in the USA too, and looking at this Shop.Lego.com webpage, the price for the 42006 Excavator is still $79.99. If you're worried about "runaway inflation" , you should order it! I just ordered one for $79 also, since I struck out in the stores. Can't wait to get this one! Quote
gmshades Posted December 30, 2012 Posted December 30, 2012 It's hard t find an 8294 under $100....I just can't pay that much....need to see if I have enough parts to build on my own. Would probably just need to buy the bucket and tracks on BrickLink. Well, I just posted on ebay my 8294 to try to raise money for the 42006 if your interested. Unfortunately after 4 years and two home moves I have misplaced the sticker set. Just can't wait to get my hands on the new one! Quote
dhc6twinotter Posted December 30, 2012 Posted December 30, 2012 Woot! I just picked it up at my local LEGO store. $79. Quote
Pedro Antunes Posted December 31, 2012 Posted December 31, 2012 (edited) How much playability can there be in this set with just one motor as LEGO suggests? You can only control 1 function at a time, so just to pick up something you need to switch gears 3 times manually Edited December 31, 2012 by Pedro Antunes Quote
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