ps1flyer Posted July 2, 2020 (edited) So ... finished building and put this fine model on the actual track. That was a nice build (my 8 yr old son helped, did all the "double" parts in parallel) and my kids and I like it. By the way, my digital stud.io model has a few color errors and a few very minor part errors; will provide an update some time later. Edited July 2, 2020 by ps1flyer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toastie Posted July 2, 2020 2 hours ago, ps1flyer said: That was a nice build I can only "confirm". It really is. Not done yet, but I really like the way this model is thought out. With all the ingenuity of EB (and other) builders, particularly the train heads, this will even further improve - I will certainly follow @Dirk1313's pimps. But - have said that before somewhere else: It is always a little more "directed" (not easy - but already heading somewhere) to improve a model. Beginning from scratch though, it is really tough to adhere to 1) constraints from the business folks running the joint, 2) keeping it as close as possible to 6-wide (I know, I know), and 3) make it look "nice". Plus: Time may surely be an issue. And I must add - allow to seamlessly and easily implement PuP functionality. All that makes me tipping my hat (that I actually never wear in real life, but "put on" for this purpose), and slightly nodding. I can only congratulate the TLG building folks, regardless of having maybe IDEAS input or other builds floating around, for this model. It is impressive in many, many ways. For those of you awaiting delivery: It is worth it. Every second. Just my 2 cents - as if anyone would care. But that is what I see in this Crocodile. All the best Thorsten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wimmer Posted July 2, 2020 My Krokodil will arrive on Tuesday the 7th. Right after my long holiday US weekend, but that’s ok. I have a question for the Powered Up Gurus here: Is it possible to use the app of the Krokodil to control two locomotives; each locomotive with its own motor and hub. in other words; can the single app control two different hub/motor setups ?... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tcm0 Posted July 2, 2020 1 minute ago, Wimmer said: My Krokodil will arrive on Tuesday the 7th. Right after my long holiday US weekend, but that’s ok. I have a question for the Powered Up Gurus here: Is it possible to use the app of the Krokodil to control two locomotives; each locomotive with its own motor and hub. in other words; can the single app control two different hub/motor setups ?... The "Make" area of the app can control a maximum of 4 hubs in the same program. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bishop1248 Posted July 3, 2020 Still in stock on John Lewis (UK) but unfortunately doesn’t come with the Lego shop promo sets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darcaesar Posted July 3, 2020 I dragged my feet yesterday morning wanting to use my VIP points (haven't redeemed them using the new system). When I finally placed the order it was on backorder. I was quite upset with myself. Today I had to go to the mall to return an item to a different store and stopped by the LEGO store to see if they had any. They had 2 in stock and I bought mine, came home, and built it. Awesome model! I left the other one in the store for someone else. Reading the thread I checked online and it looks like Barnes & Noble has them in stock... https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/toys-games-lego-creator-expert-crocodile-locomotive-10277/34871859?ean=0673419330558 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zephyr1934 Posted July 3, 2020 14 hours ago, JopieK said: I waited till 12 o'clock, then PayPal failed for some reason I have never had luck with PayPal and S@H. They reserve the funds but never take them out and eventually cancel the order Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JopieK Posted July 3, 2020 1 hour ago, zephyr1934 said: I have never had luck with PayPal and S@H. They reserve the funds but never take them out and eventually cancel the order I'll keep that in mind for next time and just directly use my credit card. They were fast with shipping the motor and the promotions though I just received them this morning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toxic43 Posted July 3, 2020 Last night I decided, on a whim, to drive to my local Lego store, about 30 minutes away on the chance they had one in stock. I only bagged the last one on the shelf didn't I!? Picked up the Brickheadz Lucky Cat to take me to £99 and ended up getting an additional 4 sets as GWP: 40411 Summer 12 in 1, 40370 7810 Train 40 years, 40409 Hot Rod and 30412 Friends polybag. Not a bad haul. Now I just need to convince the wife that we need to open it this side of Christmas. She's on about me having it for my Birthday... next year! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vclarke Posted July 3, 2020 Picked one up at the LEGO HOUSE today (and "the wooden duck"). now friday evening will be very nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amoreternum Posted July 3, 2020 Just build it, but I can't seem to get the Powered Up stuff to work - it said online that my S7 was compatible, but if I try to connect the hub while Bluetooth is on, it says the hub, bootloader is it's name apparently, blocks the attempt. Every other method gives me blinking lights and a display of the hub with a 0% image behind it, at which the hub shuts down and won't turn on again. Is it broken, or am I stupid? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lok24 Posted July 3, 2020 (edited) Hi, assuming you have the "Hub" (8x4, 88009) you should disconnect all motors or sensors, remove batteries, insert them and try once more. Edited July 3, 2020 by Lok24 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amoreternum Posted July 3, 2020 Thank you! While I got the same result at first, it's now updating the firmware - did not do that at first, and now it's rolling! Thanks alot! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JaBaCaDaBra Posted July 3, 2020 Mine just arrived... plus a baby Lambo and the 12 in 1 box it's gonna be a good weekend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lok24 Posted July 3, 2020 (edited) Explanation: There are two "programs" in the hub: the firmware and the Bootloader. The Bootloader is fixed in the hub and cannot be changed, it handles the firmware load process into the hub. Problem: the Bootloader in the 88009 is erroneous. If a sensor or tacho motor is attached it starts the process, bur doesn't load and turn off the light! But the hub is still running in inconsistant state. Therefore: remove batteries to turn it really off and remove all sensors and motors. Edited July 3, 2020 by Lok24 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JaBaCaDaBra Posted July 3, 2020 1 minute ago, Lok24 said: remove batteries to turn it really off And after reinserting batteries; from state OFF press the button till the led starts flashing. At that point it also erases the internal ram. @Lok24 can it be that these hub have a NV ram? Just removing batteries not always solves things, like letting it forget a previous connected handset. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amoreternum Posted July 3, 2020 That's really weird, but good to know - loco runs just as bumpy as in the videos I have seen but seems to operate well, aside from the last truck derailing at high speeds without anything attached to the loco. What a beauty! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lok24 Posted July 3, 2020 1 minute ago, JaBaCaDaBra said: Just removing batteries not always solves things, like letting it forget a previous connected handset. I think this is not a bug but a feature, included from the beginning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JaBaCaDaBra Posted July 3, 2020 1 hour ago, Lok24 said: I think this is not a bug but a feature, included from the beginning. I know, for the normal user this is a very good feature, click and connect. But if you want to get rid of it you really need to reset the hub, removing batteries won't let it forget. So they probable used a non volatile ram wich means we can also store little programs in it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lok24 Posted July 3, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, JaBaCaDaBra said: So they probable used a non volatile ram wich means we can also store little programs in it. As far as I know this is not intended. A way to load resident programs is to use pybricks and make the program part of the firmware. Edited July 3, 2020 by Lok24 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JaBaCaDaBra Posted July 3, 2020 18 minutes ago, Lok24 said: use pybricks and make the program part of the firmware I've seen that and i'm very interested in this.. it could mean we can make trains more or less independent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lok24 Posted July 3, 2020 12 minutes ago, JaBaCaDaBra said: it could mean we can make trains more or less independent. only "more". Momentarily it is not poosible to connect other devices (like a hendheld) to it, as far as I know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Polarlicht Posted July 3, 2020 I think it's out of stock worldwide now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JaBaCaDaBra Posted July 3, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Coolusername said: I think it's out of stock worldwide now Still petting mine First coffee now and after that.....Hoffentlich können Sie ein bisschen Scherz bewältigen Edited July 3, 2020 by JaBaCaDaBra Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
