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Sorry for the double, but I'd like to inform that, as we agreed, dluders' scans were sent to Brickfactory, and its webmaster confirmed that they should be put there soon. Thanks once again

It's a very nice application of WeDo, and shows how much you can do with it. I for one would be interested in getting my hands on one of those kits, and I'm not even a MOCer! However, I'm always a bit puzzled about the speeds that can be achieved in MOCs like this one. Is it possible to make them quicker somehow, without losing precision nor stability?

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Hey there, I bought a 8479 Barcode Multi-Set, and I'd like to test the Code Pilot unit that came with it, but the instructions I got are in German, French and Dutch, which I don't really understand So, after fruitlessly looking for the English or Portuguese version of those instructions, I was wondering if any of you can help me

It's very difficult to say which is the best, and the various personal tastes certainly don't help with that. For me, these are some of the best sets (ordered chronologically): 8094 - first control center, first set with 2 motors, unique models 8856 - flex system, best Technic helicopter so far 8839 - first Technic ship 8868 - first pneumatic compressor, one of the most complex models 8880 - first all wheel drive+steering with suspension, first truly stylized supercar 8485 - evolution of the control center, that dinosaur looks so cool! 8480 - among the most complex, unique model 8459 - air tank! 8455 - most pneumatics in a single set 8275 - first set remotely controlled using PF As you, I'm also collecting older sets, and it's true that some don't appear to be as expensive as newer (and less interesting) sets, but that's not the sort of thing I would complain about However, lately I've been having to spend more money on sets, so maybe people are beginning to realize how good those sets are compared to some of their newer cousins. For example, looking at the ones I bought: 8880: €40 in 2007 (with box & instructions) 8868: €52 in 2009 (no box) 8094: €43 in 2009 (no pen) 8480: €116 in 2010 (with box & instructions) 8485: €63 in 2010 (no instructions, no adaptor)

Very good looking model, and the videos show it's very functional as well

Voted for the chicken as well. Very original

This is definitely one of the most impressive MOCs I've ever seen! I've loved Technic backhoes ever since I first got my hands on the 8862, and yours can easily put it and the 8455 in a corner Congrats on the wonderful job, and hopefully your MOC will inspire someone else in the same way you were inspired by Milan's creation

Looks really nice! Very good stuff

Maybe it's unusual, but this section of the drive train didn't hold that well on my model: This is how it looks now: The parts made redundant were left in the built model, that's why there's that useless 8-tooth gear there :P

Somehow I also managed to get this set in very good condition (including box, instructions and all stickers) for a mere €22 a few months ago. This is indeed a very special set, and was a pleasure to build. The only flaw I noticed was weak support of the rear drivetrain, which was easily corrected with a few extra plates.

I store a few of my sets assembled (the ones I've had time to assemble), and indeed I've noticed some parts will fail if kept under stress/load for a long time. The parts I find more prone to damage are the flex cables, followed by some of the old axle connectors. Also, some heavy models such as the 8868 can develop some bending on the wheel axles. Besides this, some models will start to fail (not their parts, though) if kept assembled for a long time. Mechanisms, especially in helicopters, become stiffer, some pneumatic hoses may come off, and the pneumatic cylinders may need some 'exercise' to work properly again, but that's not too serious. In my opinion, the most important storage tip is to keep the models away from sunlight. Dust can be partly avoided by storing them in a closet or box of some kind.

Out of the ones I currently own, and splitting them by size, my favourites are: Large sets: - 8880 (best super car ever released) - 8868 (most complex pneumatic set, on par with 8455) Medium sets: - 8862 (the first Technic backhoe) - 8858 (best 4x4 for its size) - 8856 (best Technic helicopter) - 8854 (fully featured and compact mobile crane) - 8439 (best pneumatic loader) - 8420 (stunning motorbike) Small sets: - 8838 (iirc, the first fully featured motorcycle) - 8837 (cute pneumatic excavator :P) - 8412 (sort of a 'light' version of the 8856) Sadly, this obviously excludes any sets I don't (still) own, not to mention I'm not considering the (many) sets in my collection that are still unassembled due to my lack of time to build them.

I guess I'm one of the few who stores parts in their original boxes (when available)

Truly unique! This is definitively one of the favourites

Really impressive - nicely done

Whoa, that's a lot of work Jurgen put into this - thanks for making these instructions! It may take a long time, but I'll surely look into building the Little Devil someday

Superb MOC! I especially like the way you made the blades tilt. This is what a studless 8856 on steroids would probably look like

Those extra wheels on the back do make it look a lot better, but I don't think I'd replace the rubber band at the front. That's been in my mind for some time now, as the compressor, albeit very good, just can't keep all the pneumatics running smoothly. Well, there's the Hello! My name is... section, but it's not Technic-specific. I guess the best way to introduce yourself is to post constructive material

That's quite impressive! I wonder why Lego didn't try to bring those concepts to regular sets.

Ok, fair enough I remember not everyone was particularly happy about it, but the feedback I was able to see here on EB was mostly positive, if I remember correctly. In any case, what usually happens on the Internet is that only a very small minority of dedicated users will donate to any given site or cause, but from what I hear those donations alone tend to be enough to sustain a reasonably sized site, and in your case anything would certainly help since you're the only one paying right now. Please do let us know if or when you decide to ask for help with Technicopedia. Some people may even be able to mirror the site or host traffic-heavy files to alleviate the burden on your hosting account. I also might have a few boxes you guys don't, so I'm also more than available to help with this if it ever goes ahead.

If you don't mind me asking, how would publishing pictures of boxes infringe LEGO's copyrights? Some large sites do it (BrickLink and Peeron, for example), and they seem to get away with it, unless they have some sort of agreement with TLG. Oh, so that's why it was also inaccessible for a few days last month I would be more than happy to contribute to Technicopedia's hosting, and I'm sure others would as well. Have you considered putting a link on the site so those who wish to can donate? Sorry if these questions have already been addressed, but it's late and the topic is long

Very nice

This is a very good looking model, no doubts about that - and the wheels help a lot, good choice! I'm looking forward to see what else you'll come up with using those wheels

This should enlighten you You can see more here (in Technical Functions -> Transmission).