simonwillems

You're wrong on that one: The Skull's Eye Schooner had a capstan, not a very big one, but still a capstan, visible in this picture

I am a big fan of your work, all the helicopters, airplanes and cars look so true to life and well scaled. Just beautiful, like this new firetruck. I like the way you made the ladder with all those plates and that it is still possible to extend and function, where most models shown at the Legolandparks are just static models with no functionality. I must confess that I once was heavily inspired by one of your models when building this policecar....

Thanks for this review, it is indeed amazing to see so much text on such a small vehicle. I got this set as a child and spend hours playing with it (as a construction vehicle...) This was a nice set to replicate: with very few pieces you could make a whole range of little tractors like this. One remark I must make though: You used the wrong color for the seat: it should be blue instead of gray...

I am stunned! I think I never saw a more detailed and functional technic model before in my life, and I have seen lots of functional technic models.... Everything works so well with the powerfunctions and people who own PF elements know that that really is an achievement. I have struggled much with the power functions recently, breaking gears and axles in the process because of the sheer unlimited power and force the motors apply to even the most well thought out structure. That leads me to the question as to how you have managed to make such a heavy vehicle move without decimating your gears. What happens when the truck's path gets blocked? There is no clutch visible or will the gear system simply shut down with too much force? Up to now I have only managed to power treaded vehicles decently with the PF elements, because when blocked the treads have not too much grip and just slip. You have inspired me greatly with this creation, ever since I saw it on brickshelf some time ago. When I have the time I will try my best once again with the power functions.... I watched the seven minute movie breathless, so I need some time to catch up on my oxygen :thumbup:

I love this set and I bought it when it was first released, no regrets there. I tried swapping the 4x12 plate for a 2x12, it looked all right (without the ridge sticking out) but in the end the 4x12 was giving the car more of an complete looking structure so I did not mess with it anymore... Thanks for the review!

This looks really good! I love the tiled floors and other interior details such as the chandelier in the torture chamber, and the fact that that tower is really round. This is going to be a big project I recon. I am working on a walled medieval town myself and you are a good inspirator.

Well, there seems to be no harm in joining... I hope it's something Technic! I'm in!

Thanks for the review! There is one thing I can't help noticing about the new Pirates-line and that is the cut down on ammunition for the cannons: in all old pirates set that included cannons one always got six bullets (a.k.a. round pieces) to shoot with and stack beside the cannons, this has gone down to two... Why would that be? But I love the line all the same! The only thing I would change when buying this would be the soldier's head: I think it looks a little childish and naive.

Nice idea to lit up a town, it gives that beautiful Christmas-felling. Of course you can buy some leds with small cables, but you can also stay a purist and stick to Legolights. I did something like that with my town last year: I bought a lot of 9v legolights and cables off ebay and placed them in the houses and on the streets. It was a quite a mess of cables running through the layout to a train speedregulator for power, but it was very satisfying and I can certainly recommend it! I placed a link here. In many cases I just hung the lights from the ceiling of the buildings, using the traditional 9v Legolights with these reflectorpieces. Good luck and I hope this helps!

What do you mean? My lights do not flicker (a.k.a. start blinking like the old bulbs) when I switch the polarity. The lights just stay on, so it is not possible to make flashing warning lights on a policecar or something. It is pretty much like the old train lights.

That must be one of the funniest names around here, for insiders that is! Anyway: welcome to Eurobricks!

Of course packages are made of gold in France! You must be an American to not know that sort of obvious things...! It might have something to do with taxes, occasionally those can be pretty hefty, I got charged lately for sending a package from Switzerland (which is not part of the European Union and Holland is) to my home and paid 30 euros in taxe, after paying 20 euros for the shippingcosts.... I think it works similarly when shipping overseas.

That is quite a good price for a complete monorail: I bought mine of Ebay with the seller stating that it was complete for 130 euro's, but when I got it lots of pieces appeared to be missing. It had the original instructions though, and the box. It was very frustratting at the time, looking at the box and knowing that all the pieces had been in there someday but got lost.... I bricklinked the remaining parts, including the stickered ones (for a considerable amount of money) and now it is completely new-looking and restored to it's full glory. It indeed is a sight to behold when it is built!

This looks almost surrealistic and un-Lego-like, all those different colours you don't see every day! Nice original work on this, doctor

It is not very often that I rate a Legoset 'poor' (it's the first time actually), but in this case I had no other option. The idea of this set is good, and I like the mostly yellow minifig, but the design of both the airplane (weird 'window'-piece, a propellor that is way too small, minimal skies underneath and a strange colourscheme) and the hangglider (two handlebars on the wings, too many colours) makes the set mark the essence of LEGO's downfall during those years. I really appreciate the fact that you made a review of this set, Brickster, it made me look into the details of 6735, but I am just as sure today as I was back then: I will never buy this. Anyway, thanks for the review, the quality of the set may be a disapointment your review certainly is not

Hello Aliencat and welcome to the forums, I was the one spotting your wonderful creation and I am glad to see you join the ranks! Have fun here! Edit: yay, post 1111!

I was fortunate enough to find some really old sets MISB for a bargain today. Via her daughter I got in contact with an old lady that had two sets lying in her attic for many, many years. Through an online Dutch marketplace she offered them: I placed a bid of 60 euros and was happy to hear that I could pick them up today at her house in the middle of nowhere. Here are the sets: both, as said, Mint In Sealed Box. My best find in months!

I don't quite get the connection between this 9v fireset and the Castle-theme...

That must be one of the biggest expenses Lego-like: buying an MISB 6399! Congratulations with the purchase, though it is a lot of money for one set.

There's only one band good enough to be mentioned in this topic: How do you like the image? Of course the real group looked less blocky...

Thanks for all the nice comments! Well, of course I do have quite some seats (a drawer full actually), but this was my first set that had them in black... When I was young however (long time ago, you know ) I always had a short supply of seats, so that's why I noticed and mentioned it.... Thank you for drawing attention to this review through Classictown.net, I have not been a frequent user of the boards lately and the release has mostly passed me by but I must say that it looks like a great site! Indeed I am no student of the academy, I have another academy (university) to attend to, leaving little time to venture around Eurobricks latlely, a shame, I know... I hope my review is in accepted here despite my lack of grades concerning the art form

This is a very nice hospital! I also like the unusual (for Lego) angles you made in this building using those hinges, beautiful stairs as well! Those beds are really hospital like: in a generally white surrounding with the nice legs-underneath-the-blanket-feeling! Good job!

I am a big fan of your work, and this creation only adds to that! Not only is it extremely detailed but also huge in dimensions.... stunning, keep them coming! :wub:

INDEXED Going through the boards I was amazed to find out that no one ever attempted to review one of the best Lego classics, the 6399 Airport Shuttle. While I was studying for exams a few weeks back I decided to take a break, built the monorail and take some pictures of it. Resulting in the present review. Along with this I made my first ever poll. Here we go: First, some data: Setnumber: 6399 Setname: Airport Shuttle Released in: 1990 in Holland, though Bricklink says 1991 Number of parts: 731 Number of figs: 9 Price: unknown, prices on Bricklink vary from $261 up to $2300 (!) but this was an expensive set even in the nineties The box: Mine is a bit battered by the owner before me, but there's still plenty to see. This is one of the largest boxes I have (look at the minifig in the down-right corner for the comparision) and it is a really neat storing facility for many sets. The box shows the set, and in the background the silhouet of the set that is to accompany this one: the airport from 1990. I like the angle of the box, showing the two stations, track and train in one picture. The back of the box shows some really nice ideas for other setups, why oh why has Lego abandonned this kind of showing what's possible with one set...? Inside flap of the box, showing details of the set and the functions, Detail on the front of the box, displaying the dimensions, it really is a huge track layout for one set! The instructions: there is a nice little booklet showing the same picture as the box art with the figures lined up underneath. The last page nicely folds out to show the entire setup of the tracks, The figures: A brilliant selection of minifigs including airport people and a cook. All figures that are supposed to go on the shuttle carry a ticket and there are also some suitcases (tickets fit inside, of course) Station # 1: The set includes two stations. Here is the first, depicting the airport. There are lots of details: a phonebooth, two seats, some flowers, a map, luggagelockers and of course the streetlights. A detailed shot of the station showing the luggagelockers and ticket-validating machine, Part of the beauty of this set is the fact that it is so extremely detailed, just look at the signs to show where to go next (stickers), and the scenery opposite the street... The station has the same shape as the Airport Shuttle logo, how sweet is that? The station pictured as part of the layout. The stations ends are made with airplane wings to smoothen the arrival of the shuttle. Station # 2: Here is the second station, my personal favorite: An elevated stop with a little snackbar underneath and stairs leading to the platform. Some chairs and streetlights here as well plus two old fashioned trees, The part of the set that can be used in any layout: the snackbar with hamburger sign (sticker). Yes, those hamburgers look tasty indeed! Also notice the lights hanging from the platform overhead and the ticket-validating machine at the bottom of the stairs. Here we have the platform with information panels and seats. Also notice the two trafficlights for the train. Here's how it works: the train will travel in the direction the arrow is pointing. When turning the knob the two grey blocks will move towards or away from the track-center, activating a button on the centerpiece of the train (the motor) which makes the train start it's journey around the track. There is only one speed and the train can only be put to a stop or change direction at stations. The station as part of the layout. The Shuttle: Now on with the train: There are two carrriages connected to a centered motor. the power is provided by means of a batterybox containing a 9v battery. The batterybox is in one of the carriages and displays: Airport Shuttle. A total of five passengers can be seated inside leaving room for their luggage and two drivers. The front carriage with the button for the batterybox showing. The underside showing the gearwheel (metal) that brings the power from the motor onto the geared track. The black pointy things alongside the gear-wheel react with the direction knobs at stations. This is how the shuttle negociates with height differences, everything hinges and rotates, making the shuttle capable of performing steep climbs. The motor is powerful enough to not slow down at such a climb! Detailed shot, showing the first set of covered wheels in hinged position. The shuttle on the layout. The full layout: This layout is quite huge, involving lots of track pieces, ramps, ten large stanchion-poles and the two stations. To show the movement of the shuttle I have made a 20 second movie, which can be seen in My Brickshelf gallery of this set. Conclusion: Well, to conclude the review, some final thoughts: This truly is one of the more detailed sets around (at least from the nineties) and one of the largest in dimensions. The monorail system is cleverly thought out and works excellent. Track extensions are hard to get however and very expensive nowdays (especially the switchpoints and long straight track pieces). The tracks included with this set will provide you with hours of fun though, because there are a lot of them. It can be quite hard to incorporate the monorail in your town without having a clearly-based-on-the-monorail-alone town. I tried to incorporate it some years ago (link here), posing a real challenge. The Ratings: Price: 8/10: this is an expensive set, if you can get it for under $200 get it!), this set is rare in any condition. Parts: 10/10: lots of rare pieces, cool minifigs, 9v system, roadplates, lots of minifigseats en red trainwindows. Originality: 10/10: there are very few monorails released, this one being the only town set. Compatibility: 8/10: can be a bit hard to incorporate in a town, but hey: you got the monorail so no complaining here! Total: 36/40: I can only reccommend this set to anyone, It is my personal favorite set upto this present time! If there are any questions, ask them, all comments are welcome of course!

Well, glad you guys like it, that means I am not the only one who appreciates this work. If any MOD wants to move this to the t&t forum than that's o.k. with me: I just placed it in this forum because I was much more struck by the history part of this (History and Adventure after all) than by the fact that it indeed is a town designed to be placed in the present life, although with a castle feeling. Hmmm... the more I think about it the more confused I get