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GBC Train Car (by Akiyuki)
DrJB posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Just finished an LDD of subject matter ... would be nice if someone else would contribute other parts of such GBC ... http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=533483 -
GBC Train Car (by Akiyuki)
DrJB replied to DrJB's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Of course I have ... and it's notarized too, by the queen herself. What, you think we're lawless savages? -
Review: 8457 Technic Power Puller
DrJB replied to mostlytechnic's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Not quite ... if you read through all the posts, the discussion went back and forth between the power puller and other favorite sets, the shuttle was one of them. -
Review: 8457 Technic Power Puller
DrJB replied to mostlytechnic's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Just did it ... bought an 8480 off eBay ... decent price, only few missing common parts ... should make for a fun evening or two. -
Madoca's middle scale AWD SUV.....it's perfect!
DrJB replied to rm8's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Here is what I have so far. Let us make this a team effort and have someone complete the LXF. ... I hope is ok to post. Madoka SUV Mk II.lxf- 189 replies
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Madoca's middle scale AWD SUV.....it's perfect!
DrJB replied to rm8's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Thank you ... very much!- 189 replies
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Review: 8457 Technic Power Puller
DrJB replied to mostlytechnic's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
I have 2 sealed 8258 ... and one open , but not selling ;) ... imho, one of the best sets ever. -
Welcome to our new Technic Regulator: Jim (aka Ted)
DrJB replied to Bonaparte's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Congratulations Jim ... looks like a photo change is in order now :) -
Madoca's middle scale AWD SUV.....it's perfect!
DrJB replied to rm8's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Would appreciate a copy of the PDF as well.- 189 replies
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Review: 8457 Technic Power Puller
DrJB replied to mostlytechnic's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Thank you for reviving this thread. This was one of my first few sets, coming back to lego, ... back around 2003-4 .... I liked how they used two motors to generate more torque. Still have it, should rebuild it someday. I never opened the tape, it is still wrapped in cello clear paper ... -
In another thread, we've been discussing ideas on how to make auto transmissions more 'realistic'. One common 'desire' was to have different size clutch gears as the current gearboxes (8448/8466) are far from real life. I was just looking at one of the previous generation differentials, and with some skills and a sharp blade, one can in fact obtain a 24 teeth clutch. (The current clutch has only 16 teeth). This is not for the purists but nonetheless one 'option'. The real question is: When are we going to see a transmission based on the newly found clutch?
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Rigid Hose 3mm - where to find very long segments?
DrJB replied to DrJB's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Train and Model Shop .... hmmm ... wonder if there are many left in the US -
LEGO Mindstorms and Robotics General Discussion
DrJB replied to Tkavan01's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
The first time I hooked up the two, they were happily talking to each other ... My son would shake the iPad, and the rapt3r would dance side to side. Now, mysteriously, they categorically REFUSE to talk to each other. The EV3 brick simply refuses to pair with the iPad ... I wonder if the slithering contraption (snake) scared/traumatized the iPad for good .... -
Shapeways Custom Lego Parts
DrJB replied to TasV's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
This 'shapeways' is giving some non-lego ideas ... 1. make a smaller replica of your house 2. capture 'sculptures' of your kids .... over the years Question is: need a 3D scanner that then outputs files compatible with 3D printing. Anyone knows if this exists? I had scans of my kids done in 'acrylic' years back ... It looks like a glass cube with tiny bubbles inside, that 'mimic' the scanned surfaces. Perhaps link below has answers to many questions in this thred ... http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=86328 -
Black webcam in 9736 ?
DrJB replied to DrJB's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
That is what I thought as well i.e., most likely an earlier prototype in a different color. However, looking carefully at both pics, the camera bodies/shapes are VERY different. Unless, possibly, the black cam is a 'photoshopped' image of a webcam that never existed. -
Not really ... but an exact copy of a Ferrari car. I would not touch them but .... has anyone seen how 'close' to Lego the bricks are? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ferrari-Sports-Car-Large-Technic-Model-/271273417352?pt=Building_Toys_US&hash=item3f2927da88
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Looking for a 'long lost' GBC ... (made by sqiddster)
DrJB replied to DrJB's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Thank you very much, very kind of you. -
Akiyuky's Lego Great Ball Contraption (GBC) Modules
DrJB replied to DLuders's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
I have replicated 4 of his modules so far ... so much inspiration. My favorite is the pneumatic module (first post in this thread). Working now on the bucket wheel tower. -
[GBC] Jumper Module
DrJB replied to Yiharua's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
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NXT 2.0 bluetooth not connecting?
DrJB replied to newhorizons's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
From my own experience, BT's performance is 'flaky/temperamental' at best. I'm using a PC with Windows 8, NXT 2.0. Had to buy 3 BT dongles before I found one that worked. Initially, I was able to download programs directly from the computer to the NXT brick. Lately however, that can't be done. There are many sites out there that list BT dongles that would (or not) work with NXT. IMHO, this BT technology is still very immature, and TLG should look into alternates. Wonder if one can download via wi-fi on EV3 ... -
Which Battery Pack ?
DrJB replied to Lakop's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
In fact, there is a 9V battery pack 4760c01. It has however the old 2x2 tile connector. You can still use it on PF components with an adapter cable 60656. The reason the 9V is not used anymore is simply 'battery capacity'. The larger (volume) the battery, the longer it'll last. The 9V battery is in fact 6x small 1.5V batteries all packaged together. If you use a 9V battery, be mindful that you'll be changing batteries more often than you did with 6xAA. -
Old and new electric parts
DrJB replied to Dafgek81's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Yes, you should be able to, as long as all components are rated for 9V. Now, TLG sells an adapter cable with a PF connector at one end and an old-style 2x2 tile connector at the other end. S@H sells them for $2.99 for the 20 cm version. They are available from other locations (eBay+Bricklink) but a bit more expensive. Keep in mind though that S@H charges both shipping and taxes (at least here in the US).