Conchas Posted August 4, 2013 Today I've made available my video from 41999, performing and comparing it with 9398 in some situations. http://www.youtube....h?v=_EnLnbtbbWw Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N-4K0 Posted August 4, 2013 Are those big gray things rocks? It kinda looks like something I'm not gonna name Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rm8 Posted August 4, 2013 (edited) Today I've made available my video from 41999, performing and comparing it with 9398 in some situations. Thank you for your video. Your "rocks" remind me 9398 advertising where crawler "can drive any obstacle..." my conclusion that batteries at 41999 was low Did you tested 41999 outdoor before this video? I also have problems with 41999 because of outdoor dust in the portal hubs. Changing hubs increased performance, but it was still not good as lighter 9398. I also found that laquered rims at 41999 are less grippy than old black from 9398. In my compariosn video both crawler's rims was equpiped by rubber band to prevent tire slipping. 9398 that I used for comparison have never been outdoor but was played a lot indoor. And its drivetrain was easier to rotate by hand and inertia was better than new 41999 without "mileage". All this factors played a role, but anyways weight difference is too much... 41999 is better Edited August 4, 2013 by rm8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conchas Posted August 4, 2013 The "rocks" were homemade with Polyurethane and painted with a couple of spray cans (anthracite and light gray). No, my 41999 did not run outdoors before this video. 9398 did, even on the seashore... But the point is that the last section in the video was filmed with the same batteries used on 41999 before and without recharging them. So my conclusion was that the extra weight and almost surprisingly also the lights, had their effect. 41999 is still a great model though! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rm8 Posted August 4, 2013 (edited) The "rocks" were homemade with Polyurethane and painted with a couple of spray cans (anthracite and light gray). No, my 41999 did not run outdoors before this video. 9398 did, even on the seashore... But the point is that the last section in the video was filmed with the same batteries used on 41999 before and without recharging them. So my conclusion was that the extra weight and almost surprisingly also the lights, had their effect. 41999 is still a great model though! +1. 41999 at offroad, but looks good . Waiting for you mods Edited August 4, 2013 by rm8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragofoscar Posted August 4, 2013 (edited) +1. 41999 Hi Egor! Congratulations! I just finished building it. Chassis is modified in black - no red parts on bord (I think this has been a cost factor from TLG - red might be the cheapest coluor and the Chassis can be copied from 9398). When the new blue parts had been coming when building it, it was amazing, whaching it grow. I loved to see how strong and clever it has been designed. The door mechanism ist amazing. The silver parts, the winch... all is perfect. Overall it looks more adult than any other model I have buid so far. If I ever sell my lego, this would be the last to go :o) Now the modding can start... but i think it will be difficult. Nice job! Reagrds from Germany Edited August 4, 2013 by dragofoscar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rm8 Posted August 4, 2013 Hi Egor! Congratulations! I just finished building it. Chassis is modified in black - no red parts on bord (I think this has been a cost factor from TLG - red might be the cheapest coluor and the Chassis can be copied from 9398). When the new blue parts had been coming when building it, it was amazing, whaching it grow. I loved to see how strong and clever it has been designed. The door mechanism ist amazing. The silver parts, the winch... all is perfect. Overall it looks more adult than any other model I have buid so far. If I ever sell my lego, this would be the last to go :o) Now the modding can start... but i think it will be difficult. Nice job! Reagrds from Germany thank you Dragofoscar, The chassis is the same as 9398 because 1) challenge rules 2) TLG internal production processes. May be it hard to reSet conveyer to pack chassis bags with black parts.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pint14 Posted August 6, 2013 (edited) Found this: http://www.brickshel...ry.cgi?f=532426 . All who sent their mobile number got confirm to email? Edited August 6, 2013 by pint14 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
solic Posted August 6, 2013 These are my photos. I didn't receive any confirmation per e-mail, nor tracking number. Just received today a box with the set and with the congratulations letter. As you can see from the letter: another competition is being planned. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zerobricks Posted August 6, 2013 Good news, hope mine comes soon too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
camaudio Posted August 6, 2013 Lego is selling the 41999 custom wheels and some of the panels on their parts website: RIGHT PANEL 3X11 Color Family: Blue Exact Color: EARTH BLUE RIM Ø 56 X 34 NO 1001 Color Family: Black Exact Color: BLACK Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
efferman Posted August 6, 2013 (edited) jippieh, congratulation solic Edited August 6, 2013 by efferman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alasdair Ryan Posted August 6, 2013 (edited) Well there goes another £30 pounds..... I wounder what I can use eight of those wheels for? Edited August 6, 2013 by Alasdair Ryan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrFrankenstein Posted August 7, 2013 (edited) Gripes about my damaged 41999 box from poor S@H packaging technique aside, I must say that the box on this set is truly exemplary. Gives me a flashback to the 90s when the Technic boxes used to be smaller, sturdier, more luxurious looking, and dark blue colored. The current generation supersized "destroy me" air-filled Technic boxes are designed to maximize perceived value on store shelves at the expense of being practical and sturdy. For the 41999 the Technic design team managed to dodge the marketing cowboys and give us a glimpse of an alternate reality where Technic sets scream quality. Edited August 7, 2013 by DrFrankenstein Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doc_Brown Posted August 7, 2013 Lego is selling the 41999 custom wheels and some of the panels on their parts website: RIGHT PANEL 3X11 Color Family: Blue Exact Color: EARTH BLUE RIM Ø 56 X 34 NO 1001 Color Family: Black Exact Color: BLACK May I ask for a link please? :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Posted August 7, 2013 May I ask for a link please? :) Obviously, I am very interested in a link as well. Pick a Brick doesn't yield any results (or I am not searching properly). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JunkstyleGio Posted August 7, 2013 Go to customer sevice => Bricks & Pieces => fill in age range and Country => My set misses a piece => Fill in setnumber => Scroll and find..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Posted August 7, 2013 (edited) Go to customer sevice => Bricks & Pieces => fill in age range and Country => My set misses a piece => Fill in setnumber => Scroll and find..... Thanks Gio! However, will TLG accept that my not yet delivered crawler is missing 8 rims and 40 panels?! Edit: The maximum you can order is the number of pieces in that set, which makes sense. If we need more details for our quality department, we’ll be in touch in the next one or two days. Otherwise, we’ll simply post a replacement as soon as possible and send you a shipping confirmation to let you know the parts are on their way. There's obviously no checkout procedure. They review your request and send the parts. Guess my 4 rims and 12 panels won't make it. Edited August 7, 2013 by Gekke Ted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JunkstyleGio Posted August 7, 2013 (edited) I had one Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes Earth BLue missing. (amoungst some other complaints). The rep from CS reported: "The Earth Blue pieces are out of stock right now, but most of them will be in production again soon." Edited August 7, 2013 by JunkstyleGio Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PsyKater Posted August 7, 2013 (edited) I had one Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes Earth BLue missing. (amoungst some other complaints). The rep from CS reported: "The Earth Blue pieces are out of stock right no, but most of them will be in production again soon." Interesting! Does that mean we can expect another Earth Blue Technic set soon? Edited August 7, 2013 by PsyKater Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JunkstyleGio Posted August 7, 2013 Interesting indeed... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sardo Posted August 7, 2013 Hi all i was in the top 100 and i got my sett this morning, seems they are busy sending them :classic: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leewan Posted August 7, 2013 Does that mean we can expect another Earth Blue Technic set soon? I'm betting on a Earth Blue supercar as next year flagship. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Posted August 7, 2013 I'm betting on a Earth Blue supercar as next year flagship. Dark Blue (or Earth Blue) would be great for a new (flagship) model. I am really getting fond of it. It also combines very well with the new EV3 set. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
efferman Posted August 7, 2013 bruce springsteen is in da house. thank you lego and egor you know what i mean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
