BrickbyBrickTechnic
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This isn't my reason for this problem, but I believe someone on this site said something about how snow groomers are only common in snowy countries, so the market size is smaller, therefore making a snow groomer a less ideal product. Whoever said this, please take credit. -
Added this, it works better now. Thanks! Thanks! Works well.
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Well so far, PU and PF take up about the same amount of space. So unless there is some new sensory function involved, there's no reason to scrap PF.
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That makes me very hopeful because IMO 2016 was modern Technic's most successful year.
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Thank you! I'm glad you like The problem is, the mounting position for everything is 100% form-locked. I just tried moving the actuator in front and the gears started slipping straightaway. The boom's mounting is in the structural hub of the superstructure. As for the limit on the actuator, I have since removed it and changed the geometry relative to the boom a little bit so the mobility is increased. The range of the actuator is 8 studs now, so I think everything should be good (I tripled the torque going to the actuator so it lifts the boom no problems now). I now have 8 studs I will post a photo tomorrow, as I just realized that I have to change the winch setup. That's monstrous! I only have 3 big LAs (2 from 42055, 1 from 42043). The general consensus is that the set is fine (not decent) so I'm not sure... oh well, this has been one heck of a build for me (my most ambitious project by far).
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Not a very flashy list, but I'd like to think that the RC car will have Powered Up included.
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Well looks like this project lost all its relevance, oh well. Time for an update: The boom is successfully implemented, and it has 2 stages. It extends to somewhere between 3 and 5 feet (haven't measured yet). The reason this update took so long is that the boom warranted a complete reconstruction of the front part of the superstructure, so that kept me very busy. The boom also took me forever to figure out. Pictures: (Yes the first pic is upside down. Deal with it) Also, @Aleh , you were right. The carrier needs some more width. I'll have that done in the next update. I had to rebuild my custom actuator as well: That's all.
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I used to like this set until the LEGO catalog reached me last night and I took a look at the price- $90. $90?!!! $90 got me a 42029 at full price back in the day, which has twice the pieces and more expensive parts in the inventory. Seriously?!
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The 1994 Grabber
BrickbyBrickTechnic replied to Superkoala's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
I sort of agree with @Jurss . Maybe this wasn't a great set to reproduce studless. The studless replica is beautiful but your interpretation isn't my favorite. Still, interesting topic! -
I got mine just fine. Maybe the store country changes between customer service and checkout?
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[TC14] Explorer
BrickbyBrickTechnic replied to m00se's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Does this only use parts from 42055? -
Great. Those clutch gears are really useful so far.
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Time for an important update: the gearbox in the superstructure as well as a layout of the crane is now finished. I used 3 interesting things in here: Use of both a multidirectional and a regular gearbox. The multidirectional box is for the winches, and the regular box for slewing, crane extending & lifting, and outriggers. A 2-speed multidirectional gearbox with the new 20z clutches, so the winches have more speed going down and more torque going up. A custom actuator using a gear rack and worm gear. Pictures: That's it. Stay tuned for more in 5-ish days! @I_Igor , sorry, I forgot your pictures. I'll upload them as soon as I can.
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I was thinking in the mindset that if one was trying to base a model off a different crane that the same size would be a different scale. You're right, I did contradict myself. No, I am going with the 91. The 68.7s are for testing. I have replaced them already. Thanks
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I'm not sure how much this matters. I personally am looking to make a model of the same size. Adding more functions in a given amount of space is the goal. Plus, the models thus far have used a smaller scale, haven't they? Lego could have used a different scale if they wanted to. In the end, it's a design decision. If optimizing the functions for the number of parts means different scale for people, then so be it. But the scale is not the focus. Functions are the focus. If the end product is around 76x21.5x28cm and has fewer pieces and more functions, IMO that crane would take the win over 42082.
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Thanks for spotting that
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Potentially. I'll see what happens when I have some superstructure done and make changes as needed.
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@BabaGanoosh, based on what this quote has to say, 42055 is also a really good choice, especially if you are interested in structural engineering. Because I am surprised that it even stays together. But it does, really well. and has lots of mechanism. It doesn't operate the best, but It's truly unique.
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Sure, I'll post some pictures with the next update.
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That too
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This model isn't great. But your review certainly is and your picture make the thing look stunning.
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A lot of people don't like this set, but I really do. The 2 shades of green aren't bad, and the functions are pretty cool. And, to add to the ruggedness, the whole rear shakes when the pump is on! Gives the illusion of a seriously OP engine.
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Thank you! You're right, I should add some more orange. I also got some comments on YT saying that I should motorize the gearbox functions. I will contemplate releasing an update for this project adding more color and motorizing.
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Seeing @Sariel's review confirmed my thoughts on 42082. I saw it in true action for the first time, and I believe the only impressive fctor about it is the size. So with that, I tell you that this update brings good news. All the mechanism (and by that I mean 3 steering modes, suspension, drivetrain, and 1st stage outriggers) are successfully integrated into the chassis. Therefore, this project is not doomed to fail anymore. I tried for a whole day to implement the second stage somehow, but the concept which amminich provided me work when you have a lot of space. This was no the case for the model. Here are pictures: *Note that the chassis hasn't been reinforced yet. Its part count sits at around 600-800 pieces, so it will not go over 1750 as it probably does in 42082. That's all for now. Stay tuned for the start of the superstructure!
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Thanks! The insides are really buried in there, so maybe I could take a picture of them but it would be really hard to do without destroying the plane. Thanks, I'm glad you like it!