azzer86

Exactly what I did with the falcon thanks to the efferman stand (and a spare windowsill the company that did our kitchen let me have when they ordered the wrong length) Looking forward to see what the star destroyer looks like. Barely bought much Lego SW this year as I've not been too inspired by the new sets. I think the issue for me will be display-ability/space, hence why I haven't yet bought last year's CC yet (and not seen a good discount to make me buy it).

Images of the rumoured October sets have leaked on IG (No idea why my phone won't delete quote boxes from the message forums if I accidentally click quote)

Hi all - just an update. Instructions are now available here: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-26468/azzer86/tatooine-single-house-building-tat01 I'll offer a 25% coupon to any Eurobricks members if you wish to purchase these - just send me a message and I'll get back to you. (End date for coupon is 30-Nov-19) (Original post now hidden by spoiler and main text/photo replaced with final version) Thanks for looking!

I know I'll succumb to its inevitable grasp. I just need to pace myself and watch my bank account haha On the plus side, buying the new clone arms replaced a few damaged arms from second hand sets/purchases

I used @Lock method and went for 5 studs in the middle as he suggests. It made connecting it all up a lot better and easier. My photos are a few pages back (with lights included)

I know... Especially when I fill just over 2 of the Xmas celebration chocolate tubs with just SW minifigs... Luckily I found a 10% off voucher and convinced (or rather kidded) myself into only going for certain themed ones, like clones and individual "one-offs" like greedo and in the future, inferno squad (when I buy the BP) for now...

Well I finally took the plunge and made my first Firestar toys purchase. I have decided to update my clone trooper arm prints (and the official printed legs) as a trial. I went for the 4 ranked variants (blue, red, yellow & green) plus some of my other troopers like Gree, pilots etc. I'm quite impressed by the quality. I have enough arms for about half my army now, but the legs are a bit too expensive at the minute... Plus, now I've started, I'd now like arms for the Geonosis, Kashyyyk and other troopers I own... :) [I also purchased the Finn blood stained helmet which is great, and the Greedo arms which makes a big difference] See before and after photos below - apologies for mobile phone quality pictures: [Before] [After]

More images of the Advent calendar has leaked. Looks like the gonk droid is brick built with no printed parts.

Thank you both for the praise I assumed there was a translator for it somewhere, I do like the sticker being used here, even if it is not strictly accurate. ------------------- General update: LDCad model is finished and I'm in the process of making the instructions - new photos added to original post. I'm also trying to work out a few issues with uploading to BrickLink ("Error mapping LDraw item"), but that's a separate post, unless someone can PM me with some support? Anyway, I hope to get these finished soon, so I can start on the next Tatooine building! The dark orange 'optional second' door won't use the pieces I intended as 2877 doesn't come in this colour... I've also included what I've nicknamed 'Creature mounting ring' - I've seen these in the background of SWBF2 game and I assume it is to tie up a Dewback, Bantha or some other large creature. See original post for photo/screenshot. Enjoy

Great work. Like the willrow hood 'easter egg'

Apologies for the post bump but I'm adding my recent experience on this. I purchased the bomber in the May 4th promo for £60 (40% off). Lego must have had some spares sets laying around ready for the promo. Anyway it arrived yesterday and didn't have Finch on the box art. On the Lego customer service chat, I explained the online instructions had a different figure on Lego's website and listed the 2 parts. He asked if I was after 'the Finch dallow minifig update'. After a few questions I provided the instructions '6xxx' number on the back and a 4 digit code on the box seal. Apparently they wanted these numbers to confirm if this set was eligible (I guess to check the instructions 'code' hadn't already been used). He confirmed there were 'in stock and ready' so I'm guessing more parts are now printed ready to ship if anyone enquires with the right information to hand (i.e. instruction and seal code) I cannot confirm for all regions, but this was in the UK (so possibly extends to Europe too as sometimes replacement parts have an airmail sticker on in past experiences). The head and helmet shipped today so should arrive in the next few days.

It does seem strange but my guess is that the guard is more recognisable. Honestly I had no idea what cloud car pilots looked like until I saw the leaked figure last year for CC set and then I researched it from the film.

I ordered the Tantive IV and the resistance bomber 75188 (£60). Hopefully it'll have Finch in :) I actually used some VIP points as I didn't realise how much I'd accrued and wanted the Tant-IV cheaper. The bomber was spontaneous... Note - Smyth's (and Amazon) have cloud city for £240 and some UCS sets with discounts for UK fans

Great work! I like how you achieved the pattern for the flooring and rib cage effect for the obi/greivous duel.

I broke quite a few of the redish brown 1x1 clips on the UCS sandcrawler. 2 while building and about 10 dismantling. I contacted Lego and they sent out about 20 of the new clip design as a replacement. (My broken piece order was originally rejected probably because of how many broke but I spoke to customer service and they were really helpful and explained the part is redesigned to be stronger etc. I posted the broken pieces back for quality control). Other than this I don't think any other pieces have broken for me. I did have a piece arrive all disformed out of the bag (2x16 tan plate from memory - Disney castle) but still building that so haven't requested a replacement yet until it's built in case there are others (however unlikely).

Thanks . Yes I plan to make a small scene with 3-4 buildings. My main focus is on the buildings themselves, I neglected the ground for the purposes of the photo (as the 'ground detailing' is not part of the planned instructions really beyond the bin) Thanks Thanks . Its from the latest Cantina (75205) set so probably translates into something unrelated to the building, but I thought it gave it more of a SW feel. I realised I didn't include a photo of the dark orange door. Now edited the main post to include it. Also - I didn't take a photo of the dome piece removed (I did describe it). Under it is a black 4285 piece sitting on a tan 6143 piece - making the roof customisable giving it a 'big vent' feel.

Hi all - I’d like to present to you my interpretation of a Tatooine themed MOC building. It is the first of several planned builds I have for this 'theme'. I plan to label these as TATxx where xx increases with each build. It is based on background buildings seen in Episodes I and IV, whilst also drawing on the buildings in the SW BF2 game with my own spin/interpretation of it – i.e. what I think looks aesthetically pleasing and fits into the Tatooine 'world'. It contains a detachable roof which can be customised. For example, the dome piece (and mounting point) can be removed to create a flatter, large vent system instead. There is also a functioning door with two possible colours advised – one in DBG like those in Lego's own Mos Eisley sets, and a more movie accurate dark orange colour for extra customisation. This opening door function is neatly hidden away at the side of the building. The interior is mostly empty - mainly left up to your own interpretation, but I’ve included suggestions for light, gun and binoculars within the instructions. The removable roof allows easy access to provide extra scope and playability. One example that I like to think this is, is a home for a Mos Eisley Cantina patron with 'homemade aerials' trying to capture the local broadcasts or streaming the pod racing. The building really 'comes alive' when figures and details outside give it a richer experience. Any comments are welcome and please leave a message/query if you spot an error within the instructions. I shall try my best to quickly correct it. The instructions are available here: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-26468/azzer86/tatooine-single-house-building-tat01 Original post hidden in the spoiler.

Is that the technique from the blocks magazine for the smugglers compartments? I implemented the same one but never finished the room off...

I like the look of Tantive IV so far. I never owned by wanted the original. To me it feels like it has the '~£120 falcon' playability aspects - decent exterior with the ability to make a couple of scenes inside. I have about £170 worth of VIP points which I was saving for something like this. Whether I buy immediately will depend on the may 4th promo...

75233 droid gunship. 40% off Amazon UK deal of the day (£33). Still over 3 hours left for those reading this in time.

This morning on the lego shop UK VIP promotion page has an announcement that the 5 polybag box (5005704) set would be available 11-15th April in some European countries on SW purchases over £85. I think it's the same one from America last year https://shop.lego.com/en-GB/page/lego-offers-promotions?icmp=SW-SHB-EG-NO-promol-127-10

I own 3, two from 75052 and one 75137. There is minimal difference between the two, but 75137 has the edge due to the red curved pieces at the front. I also put one in the spare parts bin, but that's more obvious owning 3 of them. (My spare obiwan and Luke went in my UCS falcon from '137 too). Again it's down to your choice, if it's purely for the landspeeder, get the cheaper one. If you want a set with excellent dewback figure, sandtrooper, both musicians etc go for the cantina. Some of those figures command a decent aftermarket price if you don't want them (£15-20 dewback, £6-10 bith musician etc) making some money back against the more expensive purchase. Hopefully this helps you decide

This image is making the rounds on the legoleaks hastag on the usual place. People believe it is a leak. Great figures though!

From a charity shop I got a big box full of bits for £5 - made up of knex, Meccano and Lego. When I investigated the Lego, it turned out to be a partially complete UCS greivous 10186. Probably about 45% and now I'm sourcing my own spares (now at 60% complete) to finish the model. Couldn't believe my luck for that price!

Leia looks pretty amazing. Looking forward to owning that. Not too much from the April wave catches my eye. Saves me some money again (and the inevitable 'not more lego' conversation).