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Thank you for the praise! Unfortunately I don't have any step by step instructions, only a LDD file. Also I would recommend moving this conversation to my workshop topic.

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What kind of new innovations do you expect in the new 1:8 supercar? First here's a rough description of what parts and innovations we got with each release: 42056 - New parts: rims and tires, fenders, smooth axle joiners for gearbox. 4 Speed sequential gearbox with 4 forward and 4 reverse gears 42083 - New parts: Rims, 20 tooth clutch gear, wave selector, hubs with brake discs. Innovations comapred to previous release: AWD, 8 Speed gearbox with a seperate reverse, improved shifting meachanism, visible brake discs and calipers. 42115 - New parts: Curved fender pieces and large frames. Innovations compared to previous release: Improved gearbox based on frames, door and spoiler actuating mechanisms, improved suspension. 42143 - New parts: Larger wheels and tyres, stronger shock absorbers, reinforced differential, many new panels. Innovations compared to previous release: Stiffer suspension, double pivot door mechanism. 42172 - New parts: Suspension arms, Gearbox components such as drums, forks and shifting gears, 12 and 24 tooth clutch gear few new panels and the diagonal beam. Innovations compared to previous release: More robust and easier to use suspension system, a true 8 speed gearbox (not two 4-speeds) with a hybrid function, improved double pivot door mechansim with shock absorber, gear activated spoiler that stays in position. From this rough list, IMO we got the most innovations with the 42083, 42143 and 42172. What I would like to see: New hubs based on 42160s that can accept large CV joints with larger brake calipers and longer steering arms to match the new larger wheels Improved calipers that don't rely on flimsy droid arms and bars. Larger fake engine components Raisable suspension - especially in the front How about a simple, yet working jack instead of the briefcases More (clutch) gears such as 10, 14, 18 and 22 tooth to create a very compact and efficient inline gearbox An SUV with larger wheels and tyres - the new shocks can easily support larger weight A hybrid model that has a motorized FWD, but the RWD drives the usual gearbox and fake engine. Can be pushed manually or driven by motors. Working LEDs or opening doors PURPLE COLOR What new parts and innovations do you think we will get in 2026?

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Indeed, they are 9 studs long, not 9,5, also remmeber when you measure, that there is 1 stud offset.

Frictionless 3 module long pin is now yet again available in light bluish grey, it appears in the Gameboy switch detail.

I guess that means none of the 2026 sets is using any of the listed parts? I'm also worried about planetary and portal hubs being discountinied, they have been one of the most versatile parts ever released. But we have seen the PU L motor being discountinied and return in the past, so I'm staying hopeful.

Amazing details indeed! Such a stark difference between this MOC and official LEGO set. Featured!

42160 is the best one for that.

Thank you for the praise! Regarding the gearing question, when using 81.6 mm wheels with fast output, I was able to reach some 30 km/h. So I think 25 km/h or close should be doable with 68.8 mm wheels. And I think 42125 is a good candidate, though perhaps use the newer hubsamd cv joints to hold and drive the wheels.

Looks good, but how will it steer?

Thank you for the praise, my friend, I could increase steering angle to 30° but usually such high steering angle is not needed, since the cars are small and tracks have plenty of space. Indeed the model looks long, but it's actually not much longer than the Bolide for example. The soft front tyres should help with understeer. Regarding tracked vehicle, the shock absorbers of the suspension arms are under slight pretension, which I hope will be enough.

Thank you for the kind wishes! As long as the bevel gears are inside the part 48469, they can handle quite a lot of torque before skipping. I'm using same parts in my Universal offroader V2 and they have yet to skip. Of course, having 5,4 downgearing in planetary hubs reduces the strain on those gears a lot.

Think it's a good compromise indeed.

I was invited to the Romanian RTXP challenge which will be held next weekend, so it felt only right to make a video about the models I'm taking with me: Can't wait for some friendly competitions and to spend some quality time with friends!

Another great source of detail car knowledge is Car Bible: https://car-bibles.com/ I remember reading all the articles years ago.

What about the smaller version?

Woah, the legend is back! I'm happy to see you return with such an awesome model. How was the experience of returning to the Technic after so many years? Especially considering that so many useful parts have been released in the last 5 years.

How about using a quarter circle gear part (banana gear)?

Indeed, as long as they are coupled with an identical gear ratio, they will multiply torque, not speed.

I would have used a 5x7 frame in the leftover space to reinforce the suspension AND support the fake engine. Or a couple of flip flop L beams.

I still recommend extending the steering arms, so that slack in the links has a lower effect on the tow out.

Yes, basically wherever you place your cursor, that is what LDD will try to connect. Also for large assemblies, hiding the things you don't want to connect before joining helps a lot.

Use Bricksafe or Brickshelf to upload your photos and link them here.

Exactly, the rack assembly is just not stiff enough. What you could try is extending the steering arms by a stud or two and therefore creating a stronger, simpler steering rack.