offroadcreations

23. Overkill Functions/Details: Wacky Function: Crushing Claws 2 flick missiles HoG steering Huge detailed working V10 engine Track-wrapped front tires Rear tracks Video:

Thanks everybody! I think this is the last update! I finally did this, and added another spike over the back of the differential, to fill in the space and add detail. (That gray thing attached to the body is just holding the claws up for display because they are so heavy.) I changed the front lights a bit: Added spikes to the front rims, and slanted the windshield forward.

Awesome car! it looks like some sort of monster hot rod. Way cool function too, that would definitely help in a real race.

I am very open to this idea of trying something new. I think it will be nice to have a change this contest. I don't have concerns to voice, except echo what @BrickbyBrickTechnic said: As long as there is still a large say of the members, and the jury isn't biased, this voting system should be fine IMO.

But 42055 doesn't have the pieces for the engine. Cute little model, lots of functionality. I personally think it may look a little better if you covered it with more panels, it just seems a bit bare.

Thanks everyone! I wanted to see what you thought of this: A big V10 engine and the grille aggressively angled forward. I modified the tracks a bit, making them not as tall and making the angle at the front steeper. And I added a roll bar behind the seats. I may try this later, but for now, no plow.

That's one of the wackiest functions yet! That's pretty funny. Keep up the good work!

Oh, so that's what the 42075 is: First Responder. It must be like some sort of ambulance. As for the Mack truck naming, they probably want to keep it hidden, like how the Porsche was the "Ultimate IP Car."

Parts arrived! I moved the tracks forward 2 studs, and added more to the claw mechanism. I added a plow I forgot I had made at the very beginning of the contest. What do you think? Plow or no plow?

Wait, so will you still be using the Porsche tires? Also, It's looking pretty cool, it reminds me of an F1 Racer. But what I don't really like is the way the #22/23 panels in the back are oriented. I think they might look better facing forward. But that is just my opinion, don't take it as criticism.

Thanks everyone! This : I will probably move them forward, and maybe change them. Of course not, I really appreciate feedback. Ok, I will work on the middle. I am still not sure about what to do in front of the claws. I thought about a V8, but I also may just cover it with panels. As I said, I will move the tracks forward.

Thanks! Look closely where the placeholders are, and you can see the flick missles.

Hey everyone, + + ^^ That's basically my TC12 entry. A yellow chopped hot rod with tracks and giant claws in the back. Features: Huge crushing claws in the back to use on racers who get too close small missiles that shoot from the claws Tracks in the back from 42069 Track-wrapped wheels in the front a huge V8 from 42050, with added flame-spitting exhaust pipes HoG steering So hopefully that shows how it got it's name. The model isn't finished. I have placeholders right now for the claws, which will be these pieces: I have to order the pieces for the sides of the body. The side that is yellow will be changed, and the side that is red will be changed to yellow. The chassis is not yet symmetrical, due to changes during the building process. Now for the pictures, so you can see everything I'm talking about. Sorry for bad quality, there was bad lighting in the room so I turned to my go-to filter to make the pics look better. ^^Here you can see the linkage for the crushing function. Another reason I've made this as a WIP topic is to get feedback to help guide the completion of this model. So tell me what you think! Thanks for reading, and have a great day!

Looking good so far, nice progress. I like those second Bionicle pieces more. One question: what is that long angled piece on the arm of the grapple? I don't think I've ever seen it before.

Will you be making a body? And in the video, It appears that the rear wheels don't move in sync with the front ones, but they lag. Is this how it really functions? I think it would be much better if the front and rear steering racks moved proportional to each other, even though the front one moves farther and faster.

Here's the Rebrickable. https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-9871/offroadcreations/dune-buggy/#comments And instructions (click the picture). Video coming soon, it's in the works.

Amazing! I love Chargers, and this is instantly recognizable as one. Definitely going on my to-build list if you put it on Rebrickable.

Some where I connected the sides of the body to the chassis. The B-pillars are offset ... and are offset .5 stud vertically. so the roof is at an angle and I am using a U-Joint for the steering. There is also one at the back. The sides of the front are stretched to fit the hood inside. And bend the A-Arms in most of my models.

Thanks so much everyone for the kind words! Actually no, they don't. As long is push them back in every now and then, and don't apply too much pressure during use it's fine. Ah, yes, the Meyers Manx, that's a classic! I also like using this technique sometimes. Works great!

Yeah, I've heard of both of those. Don't forget about the Ford Shelby GR-1 concept.

Hey everyone! I'm happy to show you my new dune buggy MOC. Another dune buggy from me *sigh*, I know, but I tried to take a different approach by basing it off some blueprints: I didn't follow them exactly, but I'm happy with how this model turned out, even though it is simple. There isn't much to say about it, but the functions are: HoG Steering Front independent suspension rear live axle with bendy suspension arms Working V6 engine To achieve the shape I had to use illegal techniques and some flimsy connections. Hopefully this and the lack of functions make it obvious this isn't really a play model. But you can still steer it, push it around, and test the suspension. I will most likely make a video, and possibly make an LDD file and Rebrickable page. Some pics. And yes, I did not have the 21 and 22 panels in blue near the front wheels, or the blue connector at the top of the windshield. Travel: Some of the body removed: Belly Shot: Test with these wheels wrapped around the normal ones: Outdoors: More Photos: https://bricksafe.com/pages/Offroadcreations/dune-buggy Hope you enjoyed! Tell me what you think!

All I can do is echo what everyone else is already said. It's beautiful! And one of those MOCs that look amazing from every angle. You outdo yourself every time. I have only one critique, the A-pillars on the windshield are a bit too rounded. You can see this on the blueprint overlayed on the picture. But other than that it's perfect!

My jaw dropped when I saw this. Amazing! This is one of those perfect MOCs that actually left me speechless.

You can upload it from a Kindle to Bricksafe, I have done it before. This car is pretty cool, I like the colors and shape. What functions did it have?

Nice progress so far, I like that front end. I'm really excited to see how this turns out.