Balrog Posted July 25, 2014 Posted July 25, 2014 Very cool. Gonna build it when I have some time. Thanks. Quote
Nalyd997 Posted July 26, 2014 Posted July 26, 2014 I love lego technic tumblers. The next step is to make it motorised Quote
Lipko Posted July 26, 2014 Posted July 26, 2014 Awesome model! As for the steering, you may think that it's easier to add steering and suspension to an UCS sized model, since there is plenty of place. But with size mass comes too, and the arm of the Tumbler is quite thin. Quote
jantjeuh Posted July 26, 2014 Posted July 26, 2014 As for the steering, you may think that it's easier to add steering and suspension to an UCS sized model, since there is plenty of place. But with size mass comes too, and the arm of the Tumbler is quite thin. Sariel's (excellent) Tumbler is both larger and heavier, has proper suspension, and steers perfectly Quote
Lipko Posted July 26, 2014 Posted July 26, 2014 Sariel's (excellent) Tumbler is both larger and heavier, has proper suspension, and steers perfectly Yes, but the shape of the front suspension isn't perfect. For TLG, it seems that the looks is much more important than the functionality. Quote
jantjeuh Posted July 26, 2014 Posted July 26, 2014 (edited) True, I guess. Also, they probably didn't want to make the model overly complex. Anyway, we're probably getting a bit off-topic here. Edited July 26, 2014 by jantjeuh Quote
lucho Posted July 26, 2014 Posted July 26, 2014 Well done Zblj. This is perfect. It is clearly seen you have a lot of experiences Quote
Boulderer Posted July 26, 2014 Posted July 26, 2014 Just finished putting a version of this tumbler together, though not with all the correct colours. Batman most definitely does NOT work in yellow There are some great features on the design. The only area of minor concern I have is the rear shocks, which appear to be a little distorted to accommodate the steerer axle. As I say, this really is a minor point Quote
Zerobricks Posted July 26, 2014 Author Posted July 26, 2014 Thanks for all the replies guys! Yes Boulderer the model is not perfect, though I never noticed rear shocks bend because the 1L bush sits nicely between them. But seing the number of positive replies here I think I know this is one of my best mini models. Thanks for support guys! P.S. If you dont have the correct colors you can always make the camouflaged version Quote
Boulderer Posted July 26, 2014 Posted July 26, 2014 It is a great Mini build Zblj, and I have ordered the pieces to allow me to complete it If i were to try a camouflage version right now, it would only blend in around a beehive Quote
jantjeuh Posted July 27, 2014 Posted July 27, 2014 Well, that confirms it: this is an awesome model You don't have a black 16L axle though? Quote
Boulderer Posted July 27, 2014 Posted July 27, 2014 Well, that confirms it: this is an awesome model You don't have a black 16L axle though? I'm not aware that TLG ever released 16L axle in black. I was looking for one yesterday. Quote
jantjeuh Posted July 27, 2014 Posted July 27, 2014 (edited) 42009 has five of them (and also two 2014 sets), so relatively new part. Lots available on BL. Edited July 27, 2014 by jantjeuh Quote
Boulderer Posted July 27, 2014 Posted July 27, 2014 DOH!! How did I miss them yesterday?!! I've got the 42009 as well! Quote
jantjeuh Posted July 27, 2014 Posted July 27, 2014 DOH!! How did I miss them yesterday?!! I've got the 42009 as well! Well then, problem solved Quote
Boulderer Posted July 27, 2014 Posted July 27, 2014 Well then, problem solved You don't by any chance solve all problems? Quote
Zerobricks Posted July 29, 2014 Author Posted July 29, 2014 (edited) And here's the RC version! Sadly the shape is not as nice as the non motorized one due to the PF stuff, but the model is quite fast! Even though I used 4 hard springs the model still tilts A LOT in the corners, sometimes driving on three wheels. Edited July 29, 2014 by Zblj Quote
Edwin Korstanje Posted July 29, 2014 Posted July 29, 2014 Cool Tumbler . Great RC version and video. Quote
Zerobricks Posted July 31, 2014 Author Posted July 31, 2014 Thanks! Glad you guys like this model, I perosnally am quite proud of it Quote
mantebose Posted August 1, 2014 Posted August 1, 2014 Awesome job! Now I started to dream to make my own tumbler :)) Can u please tell what exactly sets was used for RC? Which motor, contoller, etc? Quote
Zerobricks Posted August 1, 2014 Author Posted August 1, 2014 Awesome job! Now I started to dream to make my own tumbler :)) Can u please tell what exactly sets was used for RC? Which motor, contoller, etc? First of all hello and welcome to Eurobricks There were LOTS of different parts used, so I cant tell you the sets used, but I can tell you the electrical components and specialized parts: 1 x LiPo battery box 1 x M motor 1x RC motor 1x PF extension cable 1x PF receiver (you can use any version) 1x PF switch 2x PF LEDs 1x PF remote Specialized parts include: 1x Ball joint (male and female part) 2x Universal joints 4x Hard 6,5 springs 2x small steering hubs 1x 16 stud long axle And lots of usual gears (including 2 worm gears), beams (black ) panels, including 6 small ones for wings. Sorry cant be more specific as I took the model apart. Quote
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