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    I am not 100% sure about the backgrounds, but I read here on EB somewhere, that radio controlled systems are regulated country by country, thus certification must be done everywhere. For IR system there is no such thing. If it is correct, than makes perfect sense to use IR, You don't need to bother about extra bureaucracy - easy implementation to market. Still, I would like to see another battery solution too, they are indeed too bulky, and replacing batteries all the time is really pain in the megablocks... not to mention it is so outdated! That is a reason, why I start to focus on manual models more. On the bright side, I like the hardware based controls, I don't want to fondle a flat surface, without any feedback, I don't want to fight with connection problems, I don't want to have an extra device to be able to play. I tried both, for me "Swithch ON and GO!" is the way I want to play with my Legos, and I am pretty sure, most of the young children share this opinion. It is simply because they are not patient enough in that age.
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    Very clever engineering, high quality presentation (I only miss the direct video link), thank You for sharing!
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    Indeed, there is the lever to be seen behind the left bottom corner of the windshield. I just noted the decal: "Billund High Point"... makes me think it refers to Pikes Peak race. In this point of view, the chassis structure with the mid-enginge makes perfect sense. Also I feel some self-irony from designers with this text on decal.
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    @efferman: will this brick built cab a new one for the last TGS what we have seen? Looks pretty nice so far.
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    I think it is a great simple build, we often forgot to appretiate simplicity. The only thing I don't like, is the stacked beams solution for the hood. Might be also better for proportions to use 1 cylinder engine too, so the seat would fit better, but this is reallly nitpicking. You do develop your skills well in overall, and good to see some out of the box thinkering (6L links + axles; angled connections). Keep on building!
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    Looks very good so far, super flat chassis. I especially like the axles, very very compact in this scale. I vote for black rims (I always do), but if it is possible, I would add some brick built brakes (yellow/red) to the wheel hubs. It would be a nice detail.
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    Just edited the post above.
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    Another small progress, due to the place needed for pneumatics, I don't plan to add fake engine for the moment, but from the beginning I had an idea to give another nice touch in return. Hereby I reveal the "secret" function: https://www.tigercat.com/feature/turnaround/ At the moment I don't see, how can I integrate the steering system, as worst case scenario I will just leave it off. Luckily the articulated systems are easy to control by twisting the hood or cabin, and I keep the main focus here on the playability. EDIT: pictures about the the turnaround system, it relies on simple linear clutch mechanism. The plate with pin underneath the seat is frictionless. What I am surprised too a bit, how well the joysticks (lightsaber hilts) fit into the , pretty stiff connection, I can disconnect the whole seat assembly by pulling them.
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    That is a very elegant solution, I like it a lot!
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    I made my turn on this too, found cheap 56x30-er tires. The difference is not significant, but a bit more proportional than the original ones. Here are pictures to comparison, on the machine the lower ones are the originals. I also changed some parts to make it work without decals, and covered the naked studs on the boom by this part. Still one of my favorite set, very playable and no worries about batteries!
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    Awesome model, I love the concept with the stand, and the see-through body to observe all the mechanism in function. The intakes are spot on, and the front view is just beautiful. It transmits the words "Speed" and "Power" perfectly.
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    Looks good, nice progress! I tried this solution long time ago too, but I gave it up, because of another idea. Good luck for You!
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    That's why I can't step forward with my actual task... Earned hit.
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    Ok, seeing this all the arguments like: "Afols forget, that LEGO's target audience are children" are not viable any more. These pictures put a clear statement in the face: LEGO wants to open OUR wallet, and we represent significant share in the sales. Not like that the raising number of expensive (and I mean really expensive!) sets wouldn't have indicate this.
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    Brickset refers to a shop with the price: 142,99 Euro.: https://brickset.com/article/31973/42078-mack-truck-revealed If this is the true, than it is a very good value, for 170... well, still worth to waiting for sale.
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    The Arocs is significantly bigger, it rolls on 62,4-er tires, which also look a bit tiny for the truck. The Mack has 49,5-er tires. @Cumulonimbus Just pooped into my mind (posted in"wrong" topic) too, I believe, they would look just bad. The tires are spot on, based on the actual LEGO tire palette.
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    Remember this couple of years later from now, as he shows potential girlfriends to You, and You say: "meh". ON: I assume that the interior of the MACK will be fully built-up, meaning the sleeper cab too. I am totally sold on this set, although I believe too, that the tires from London Bus would have been better choice. (Instead of 12 pcs, it would have 18 of them...) Edit: sorry, just checked, that tyre has much lower profile (43,2 vs 49,5), so definitely they did the right decision.
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    I was wondering about this too, and actually this should be the "trick". The bulldog is meant as handle for hood opening on the real thing (as far I remember), so this is the best way to replicate this feature. I would like to also mention, that the container load looks also well designed.
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    So, finally! My thoughts: 42075: neat model, I am curious what the B model is. A bit empty for the price though. Might be a good part pack. 42076: Part pack, definitely. I appretiate the fact, that LEGO does something different here, like the sailboat, but... khmm what the heck is this? Why not creating octopods, kinetic sculptures instead? 42077: It looks okay, on pair with 42039, A and B model both looks good, only pity, that it relies much on stickers... 42078: Now we are talking! It is a perfect set in my opinion. You can neat picking on missing double rear wheels, no PF, whatever, but all of these are reasonable compromises. I love the color combination, the green is right choice for the crane part on the trailer, both for A and B models. It is refreshing compared to red or yellow (usual attention maker colors). I just don't know which is better, the A or the B model... both are wonderful. Both feels like tribute to / inspired by @steph77, SuperB MOCs LEGO!
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    Fantastic Toyota (as usual), hat off for your commitment, the result reflects every spent hour. It was a pleasure to watch the video too, great journey! Is it just me, or... is the driver Belville figure... Madoca?
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    So, I am joining to the crowd, and I gratulate. This small excavator is really well done, I like the overall proportions and the shape. Keep on building, your skills are improving clearly.
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    Woo-hoo, that little devil just bites the dust! Amazing performance, might be the softer shocks would fit better for the smaller scale. I kindly ask You @kbalage to refer to this buggy as your own MOC, clearly not much left from my version. @Didumos69 That is actually brilliant, love it! I confess: as I built it, it was just pure luck that I ended up with (more-less) same wheelbase on the front and the rear.
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    @Aventador2004 I will answer: 1. Why not. 2. It is similar, because both based on same vehicle, but technically and in overall build they are totally different. Try to look from that perspective, that how many amazing/clever/tricky way is there to achieve the same result. Great MOC, nice add-ons are the diff-locks! Interesting way of steering with the brakes, never tought about, only disadvantage is, if You forget the diff -ocks ON, than there will be quite strain in the driveline.
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    Welcome here! Thanks for the detailed description, I think the MOC looks very good - I really like the schematic doors, it would be nice to have some chassis shot too. Maybe a V2 version in the near future... ?
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    Great, keep us updated with the build! I just made a quick sketch for linear actuator usage (click for LDD file), might be an idea starter:
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