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I too would like to amend my comment though not for what I said because I stand by that but how I said it. I was annoyed at what I saw as an attack on the very good people of Eurobricks and replied in anger. I shouldn't have done that, it was childish and I apologise. I do agree with what Vindicare says especially when he says don't leave as Eurobricks really is a great place with really great people. Keep posting your work and maybe just lighten up about the comment count.

I don’t care about your views on virtual builds because one thing more than anything else has got me well and truly steamed. You say that Eurobricks is a highbrow, unwelcoming and snobbish joint. I’m sorry but you Sir, are talking complete & utter garbage. Actually bugger it, I’m not sorry. Eurobricks is far and away the most welcoming, kindest, friendly and unpretentious place on the web. Just because you don’t get as many comments as you seem to think you deserve you’re throwing a hissy fit and casting aspersions on a great bunch of people. Many very talented designer/builders post amazing builds, large, small on these pages and often they don’t get many comments. Do they moan? Do they throw their toys out of the pram and leave? No they don’t and that’s because a) They don’t post their work simply to have people tell them how good they are or get their ego massaged b) They see that people are viewing their work and in many cases gaining inspiration from it c) They’re adults.

Oh Dear. That’s my next build .

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That’s very kind. Thank you. That’s a very good question and to be honest I don’t know what the answer is. I’ve emailed Fairy Bricks and will let you know when I hear back from them.

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No need to apologise my Friend. I know your models are expensive, they have to be because of the time and effort that goes into them. Also, with them being produced in very limited numbers I know only a very lucky few will ever own one. I look forward to your next project.

Thank you Jeroen. It's been a really enjoyable build so far. I think I'll correct the middle part of the Universal Joint anyway if I can. Jurgen put a lot into designing this so the very least I can do is build it right.

Like you, I'm amazed how much is being fitted into the available space. It's an interesting build and one I'm learning a lot from. Learning while having fun, just how education should be. Thanks for the info on lining up the slots on the universal joints. It’s something I'm well aware of but, along with many other things, often forget to do. One too many knocks to the head over the years I'm afraid.

Building Time 5hrs 20min - Total Build Time 5hrs 20mins This post is very photo heavy. Sorry. After having had a fun filled week with the Little Darlings they've now gone back home so it’s time for another build to begin. This time it’s the 42082 Rough Terrain Crane only it’s not, not really. This is Jurgen’s Ultimate 42082. Out of the box the RTC’s a great set but Jurgen’s version being full RC is so much more playable. Full RC means fitting 6 motors, 2 servos and an extra battery box into the model which seems unlikely but Jurgens done it. The first job was to get the parts emptied into a sorting tray which was a good idea in theory but 4057 parts in one, albeit big 120cmx55cmx5cm, tray turned out to be not the best idea I’ve ever had. Being full to almost overflowing sorting parts out was nigh on impossible without a tidal wave of parts cascading over the edges. After getting the huge pile of parts divided into two trays it was time to start building. So far the build has gone well with just the marriage of the two large sub assemblies being the fly backstroking it’s way through the ointment. With the universal joints being more wiggly than even the wiggliest of wiggly worms, stopping it moving about while trying guide it and the other axles towards and into their respective destinations proved to be time consuming and very frustrating. Aargh.......

I wish I could afford one of these, I’d love to have a go at building it. It’s terrific. Really great work Edwin.

Amen to that

Congratulations on getting married. I wish for you and your Wife to be as happy as me & Mrs Grum because if you are then you’re going to have a really great life together and one heck of an adventure. Hope the career change works out and is all you want it to be.

Thank you my Friend. The Mods really do enhance it’s playability and appearance. You should build it, it’s great.

Great to see you back doing what you do best Paul. I know what a perfectionist you are and how much time (usually well into the wee small hours) you put into your builds. I really look forward to see where this goes.

Build Day 6 - Building Time 3hrs 20min - Total Build Time 22hrs 55mins It’s taken just under 23hrs but I’m pleased to say the 42030 is now finished. Yes, 23hrs is a big ol’ chunk of time but I’m pretty sure it’s the quickest I’ve built a set with about this number of pieces so I’m chuffed. I’m also chuffed because I’ve gotten it done in time for the Little Darlings arrival later today. With the 3 of them staying with us for the week the loader along with the U42009 and 8275 are going to get a lot of use. Just as well then that I’ve topped up my supply of Duracell’s with a goodly amount of eneloops and a couple of chargers so power won’t be a problem. The 42030 is a terrific looking build. I know it has that glaring gap at the point of articulation and a few others elsewhere and that the front section, including the loading arms, could do with beefing up a bit to give more of the look strength like the real thing but you know something, I really don't care. I love this great brute of a thing. In fact I think it’s one of the best looking Technic sets ever. Improving an already great looking model are the wheel covers. Thank you to Marek Markiewicz for his idea. If I were to be asked to describe this build in one word It'd have to be 'enormous!' A few years ago I built the 8265 and knew the 42030 would be larger but I wasn't prepared for just how much larger. I no longer have the 8265 so can't sit the two models side by side for comparison but I reckon, and it's only a guesstimate, the Volvo is a good 35% bigger. It really is huge. I'll resist the urge to ramble on further about this build as much has already been written about it all of which make much more sense than anything I would write. I’d like to thank efferman for his excellent steering mod. The jerky, unrealistic steering has now been replaced by a much smoother action more like that of the real thing. I feel I must take this opportunity to thank Zerobricks once again for spotting my silly mistake in the very early stages of this build. If it wasn’t for his keen eye I’d now be faced with very disappointed 7yr old and have to get a good part of this build disassembled to correct my blunder. I didn’t have time to install the batteries and so take pictures of the loader in various poses while doing it’s thing. Anyway, Penny (complete with her pink Paw Patrol hard hat and Bob the Builder tool belt) will be playing Foreman/woman/person and will be in charge of operations so she’ll want to pop them in and then maybe I’ll take some more pics and add them later. Those of you who can’t wait until later can satisfy the uncontrollable urge to see this magnificent build by heading on over to the excellent 42030 review by our esteemed leader, Sir Jim of Canon, where you’ll be able to ogle at it in all it’s beautifully lit and in focus glory. Thank you all for your kind comments and for your support. I really am very grateful.

I know there are far more intersting things in your life than wondering what I'm building next but since you ask it'll be Jurgens Ultimate 42082 and as I finished the 42030 yesterday (to be posted shortly) building will be starting soon. With that in mind you may want to ensure your next haul is a long one. Make that a very long one. It's a big build

I’m sure you can find all the parts needed to build it from your vast collection. Try it, I think you’ll like it.

Build Day 5 - Building Time 3hrs 30mins - Total Build Time 19hrs 35mins I’ve spent most of this afternoon not building but trying to fit the flippin’ radiator grill/access door. As you can see from the first picture the ‘hinge’ is made up from pins with axles in 32013 connectors fitted to the door by pins but this meant applying the pressure needed to fix it in place just resulted in the pins etc moving back & forth. I’ll refrain from rambling on (call it my gift to you) and will just say I lost just over 2 hours trying to fit the blasted thing. Honestly, who does that? The really annoying thing is I think I’d have gotten this build finished today as the rest of the afternoon was problem free and pretty productive considering the building time I had left and looking at it, building the business end of the loader looks pretty straightforward (now there’s a statement I hope I’ll not regret making) On the upside, I do get another day to build and even with my playing silly buggers with that damn radiator grill it’ll still be completed ready for the upcoming school holidays Today’s Pics

It’s a beast indeed. Bigger than I thought I’d be. I’m getting there. Slowly. Just need to decide whether to connect the bucket tilt actuator to the first or second hole on the 32271 Liftarm, Bent to give a better range of movement. Hmmm...

Build Day 4 - Building Time 1hrs 30mins - Total Build Time 16hrs 5mins Today’s been a particularly busy day but I’ve been able to get into the shed to build albeit not for as long as I’d like. With little time I’ve not gotten very much done but I guess any time building is still progress made. The few parts that have been assembled and fitted today have really made a difference to the build, it’s starting to fill out now. It’s looking purposeful and nearer it’s finished look. I really want to get this build finished by the end of this week as Jake, George & Penny break up from school on Friday and will be staying with us for some of the Easter Holidays. We’re going to be having a lot of fun playing with the Volvo, Bully and the U42009. Today’s Pics

That’s one mean looking machine you’ve created. No one can ever accuse you of a lack of imagination or ambition that’s for sure. It’s brilliant.

Thank you Paul. Cable routing aside it’s been going really well.

Oh dear. Best make sure that’s the only thing of mine you copy else you’ll end up in a world of chaos

Thank you Igor. I’m enjoying building the 42030. I think it’s a great set marred only by the jerky steering but thankfully Effermans M Motor and mini actuator MOD sorts that out nicely.