deathman20

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  1. Posted

    5 hours ago, teos said:

    For those that have built 42053 (volvo ew160) and 42055 (big bucket excavator), which one did you like the most.  I would like to get one new set, though I cannot decide between these two (& no I cannot get both).

    Sets I have, if it helps with recommendation:

    42042, 42052, 42050, 42054, 42036, 42038, 42039, 42040, 42041, 42030, 42009, (+ almost finished collecting parts for 42025).  Zero interest in Arocs 42043.  

    That's a tough one.  I have the 42053 and it's nice, relatively nice functioning with a motor to take over the pump function.  It is flimsy but for the price it gets the job done.  

    For the 42055, I've had minor interest in this and starting to pick up due to the parts and possibilities from them. The set though is double the price but also 3.5x more pieces.

    It's also new like the volvo so if you get on one now and one later it's not going to disappear over night.  That being said do you want pneumatics or power functions?

     

     

  6. Posted · Edited by deathman20

    what a bullcrap... idiots should not be supported by vid clicks....

    People are going to click it because no one is describing whats going on....

    Some new subscription channel with not many views put it up to hopefully make some $$$ by destroying things. Course so happens this is their first video. The link is the speed build of the model followed by destruction by axe, sledge hammer, and even cutters. There is a quick video on their channel that just shows the destruction of the vehicle. Such a shame but you'd be suprised how many people will watch this for like destroy an Xbox, Playstation, iPhone, iPad, etc. Reason why people watch it and they get into the millions of views per video = some cash.

  8. Posted

    There are different kind of so called screeing machines, I think the B-model will be some kind of horizontal vibration screen type.

    I couldn't find a proper video, but You can get the basic idea from here:

    I am really looking forward this, looks like a piece of engineering! :thumbup:

    Based on the prelim and the final pictures, the B-model is indeed pretty much redesigned.

    Actually that is very accurate showing of how it separates materials. You really won't find a live video showing it because its too hard to get a camera in the enclosure since its all sealed.

  10. Posted · Edited by deathman20

    If so, do you have any suggestion for how the B model can perform the brick sorting function? I can't figure it out...

    Trying to remember been a few years.

    My only guess is using axle rods to keep the larger pieces out and having smaller ones fall through, but you'd have to have them turning or moving some how constantly to make sure there is product flow.

    The large material would get pushed through to a crusher and spit out the left side, smaller material would fall through and go out the right side. This way you get a little extra through put on the machine within the same footprint.

    Could easily see a MOC with a bin on one side that conveys up and dumps into another bin to be crushed and comes out on another conveyor to be transported off to processing. Another unit that is also out there in the field.

  17. Posted

    Oh also thought I'd ask...

    One of the recently retired sets I had my beady eye on was the Unimog and I was monitoring used prices on ebay.

    However I have bought the Arocs set and read some posts that Arocs supersedes the Unimog in terms of complexity, functions etc.

    Now that I have 42043, should I still have 8110 in my list of sets to acquire? Keep in mind that prices will only go up so the longer I keep it pending, the more it will cost me.

    I have both the Arocs and Unimog. That being said the Arocs seems has more functionality to it. More complex and overall nicer build IMO. Though having both side by side, who am I to say not to have both of them :)

  18. Posted

    Hi, I'm new to Technic. I bought the 42032 last month and for being such a small set I have been having a blast with it. I've built the A and B models a few times and have played around MOC'ing various things. I'm looking to get some more sets. My interests are mainly in construction, farming, MOCs and C Models.

    I'm looking for some recommendations on a mid-range set that is currently available in stores. I am eyeing the 42043 but won't be able to buy it until later this year. Is the 42042 good for a part set? Would I be better off combining a few smaller sets? Budget for right now is around $150 US.

    Another set I'd recommend is 42039. There is lots of C Models for this set.

    Though 42042 looks really nice and I might consider that myself in the near future, but haven't followed it much so far. Just jumped back in recently so warming back up.

    Got to say though the 42043 is great. About 30min left to assemble the last bit of it. Very exciting build IMO and well worth the money for the parts you get with it.

    Also picking up 42030 tonight on my way home, finally arrived at the store.

    Are you looking at any RC capabilities?

  21. Posted · Edited by deathman20

    Well got the 42043 (Arcos) sitting in my trunk :classic:

    Can't wait to start building it then tweaking it after I have a little fun with the original build. As for the 42030... yeah probably will buy it online today. Really want some RC functions to have fun with it and the kids which looks like a blast with that vehicle.

    Edit/Update:

    Its nice having a target distribution center in my town. Local store should receive my new set (42030) within a few hours so I can potentially pick it up on the way home. Niiiice. Better than a week and a half I was getting. If there was an option I'd save them the handling and pick it up from the warehouse myself. So now I got 2 sets to start playing with this weekend.

  23. Posted

    Since I just re-started to looking into doing this... my work space consists of basement floor (desk/table if clean down there) and my assortment of blocks... well

    Stuff from my childhood is in 1x 20 Gallon Bin + 1x 8 Gallon Bin + 1x Cardboard box (like what you'd get a huge stack of computer paper in)

    New stuff most of its built original sets, so stored in a 1 Gallon plastic container for small parts right now.

    I need bins, and sorting system like you guys. Guess time to look at and invest :)

  24. Posted

    Been a few years but started to get back into it thanks to my kids recently.

    Few years back I bought a bunch of sets started off small 8435 (4WD Technic) and 8436 (Truck Technic) in 2004. Moved up to the 8070 (Supercar) and then 8110 (Unimog 400) with getting some power functions back in 2011.

    Recently just stepped into the store and got the 42039 (24 Hour Race Car). But got that building itch and after hitting the websites again seeing all these creations here makes me want to do something a little more.

    Its a tough call for me, I'm eyeing up both the 42030 (Motors + RC Controls) and the 42043 (Better value with more parts and improved features). Both have a great interest for me but I'm sure I can probably get only one.