tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post8873366415554376350..comments2024-03-27T08:37:54.894+00:00Comments on New Elementary: LEGO® parts, sets and techniques: J'aime BerardAdminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05188856208086872634noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-53454647877030154942013-10-23T02:28:27.867+01:002013-10-23T02:28:27.867+01:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Aanchirhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04758261805365974871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-91486059269991107822013-10-21T10:47:11.626+01:002013-10-21T10:47:11.626+01:00Haha, thanks. It felt slightly misleading in that ...Haha, thanks. It felt slightly misleading in that he designed the set, not the parts, but was irresistible once hit upon!Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05188856208086872634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-51539329359729391452013-10-21T10:44:30.906+01:002013-10-21T10:44:30.906+01:00The scooter looks to be Light Aqua [BL]/Aqua [TLG]...The scooter looks to be Light Aqua [BL]/Aqua [TLG] to me. It's fairly new - 2011.Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05188856208086872634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-33903992991666267242013-10-20T16:47:58.031+01:002013-10-20T16:47:58.031+01:00Understood but I'm giving the example as it is...Understood but I'm giving the example as it is a better way to see how the thin SNOT technique does (or doesn't) perform well.Daghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16702225969943437639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-75235487151202861162013-10-20T11:10:00.648+01:002013-10-20T11:10:00.648+01:00As much as I love the set, and am in spite of anyt...As much as I love the set, and am in spite of anything financially advisable getting it, the sole reason for my commenting here is this:<br /><br />I feel that somebody should compliment you for the title of the post. It's a brilliant pun. =)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-71896029195776044782013-10-20T09:25:04.032+01:002013-10-20T09:25:04.032+01:00I don't recognize that green either. Looks so...I don't recognize that green either. Looks sorta minty. And now we see why the scooter does not have built-in handlebars, so they can use the same mold for both minifigs and Friends without forcing the Friends girls to steer with their wrists. I also see a magenta aviator helmet. And 1x1 round "cookie" tiles.Purple Davenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-64876946827805058892013-10-19T10:24:43.242+01:002013-10-19T10:24:43.242+01:00No way, Aanchir! You've seen the new NinjaGo 2...No way, Aanchir! You've seen the new NinjaGo 2014 sets?! (I've seen 70723, 70722, and 70721, but not but the other two you've mentioned) Could you post a link to pictures of those sets? I'm still flipping out over the ones I've mentioned, but if I saw the other two, I'd be extreamly greatfull. As always, monotureing NinjaGo news,<br />-goldninja101Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-61771348322344448402013-10-16T22:02:43.015+01:002013-10-16T22:02:43.015+01:00Cool find, thanks Aanchir!Cool find, thanks Aanchir!Adminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05188856208086872634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-31363629916032815992013-10-15T16:43:10.484+01:002013-10-15T16:43:10.484+01:00The scooter also seems to be making an upcoming ap...The scooter also seems to be making an upcoming appearance in the Friends lineup in 41027 Mia's Lemonade Stand, in a color I don't know the name of, also includes what looks to be the 2x2 inverted dome in white. WHoKNoWShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12507651087577852977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-43067133830422583592013-10-15T15:25:34.128+01:002013-10-15T15:25:34.128+01:00Whoa! Thanks for the Heads up on the "Lego Ho...Whoa! Thanks for the Heads up on the "Lego Hole" I didn't realize that. I'll have to check out Bricklink to see if I can find a few of the rings. Dave(3rdeye88)http://3rdeye88.deviantart.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-40809430289048664922013-10-15T08:35:06.031+01:002013-10-15T08:35:06.031+01:00The idea that the old 2x2-2x2 bracket was the only...The idea that the old 2x2-2x2 bracket was the only such piece was bugging me, but I couldn't figure out why. Now I know. However, the keychain logo tile is imperfect in this use as well, due to the fact that you can't simply attach it to the center of another plate. The tap either has to hang over the edge, or rest on top of a 1x2 or larger tile. With the new donut tile/double-jumper combo, you can use it anywhere with no additional parts. All you need to have is a 2x2x2/3 pocket to put them in. Well, and tiles on the mating edges.Purple Davenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-18507739058312380132013-10-13T23:05:22.255+01:002013-10-13T23:05:22.255+01:00There is another tile with a hole:
http://www.bric...There is another tile with a hole:<br />http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=48995<br />Combine that with a 1x2 jumper plate for a 180 reversal.Duqhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/duqnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-25623992782270964342013-10-13T19:29:17.385+01:002013-10-13T19:29:17.385+01:00Are you referring to the round speedometer tile th...Are you referring to the round speedometer tile that has been used in tons of sets (like most of the TMNT line) over the past year? Yeah, I doubt very much that they're going to make a sticker to replace the printed version that they already have (though I admit, they have both printed and stickered 2x2 round tiles with Imperial logos listed on BL). I think the bigger issue people will have with that is that it's clearly a speedometer deco, where the old 1x1 square tile with round gauge deco would have worked just as well and not put an odometer on a stove.<br /><br />Also, for future reference, if you click the Reply link directly beneath a primary reply, it will cause yours to stack beneath it as a common thread. Clicking the Reply link at the bottom of the list makes yours a primary response instead. I kinda prefer the Wordpress system, where every response has its own Reply link (meaning you can reply to a reply to a reply instead of just replying to the common thread), and where I can get e-mail notifications for every additional response that is added after I make mine.Purple Davenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-34300247162448699442013-10-13T19:16:02.687+01:002013-10-13T19:16:02.687+01:00The scooter looks like shades of the one that Bric...The scooter looks like shades of the one that Brickforge partnered with Arclight(?) to produce. On the whole, the Brickforge one looks better, but the LEGO one has the advantage of a clip on the underside that could allow for more stability. Presently, the best option I've found for a BF scooter is to put a cheese wedge on a 2x2 radar dish and drop the front pocket of the rear wheel well on the high point of the cheese wedge.<br /><br />As for the lampshade, sadly, I guarantee there will be tons of people who pair that up with a solid white 2x2 dome and think they're very clever for doing so.<br /><br />For the 180 degree reversal, the jumper or the recent double-jumper can be paired with a handful of different wheels to produce a similar effect, but you have to go seven plates thick to stay within normal geometry.<br /><br />My Batman Elec-tron cycle is powered by four The One Rings, as that was the only way I could figure out how to build the wheel assemblies. Two things of note on this. One is that hollow studs give you a slightly sturdier connection, but _still_ leave a tiny tap. The other is that not being a licensed part has much more significant implications for LUG members coming up in a few months.<br /><br />Olive-green 1x1 bricks means I can take the olive-green 1x1 plates that I paid so much for out of my Shellraiser. I would only be happier if this was taking place a year ago so I didn't have to buy the plates in the first place. I can also put some 1x4 bricks to use, as I had to make do with 2 1x2 bricks end-to-end for the front door.<br /><br />For the 2x2 round tile, we'll certainly see if they're kept separate if someone ends up getting the old X-version in their copy of this set.Purple Davenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-28128130983019487282013-10-13T18:05:08.721+01:002013-10-13T18:05:08.721+01:00It also appears in black in set 70725 and in white...It also appears in black in set 70725 and in white in set 70724. Those sets, as well as 70723, have their own share of interesting new elements, such as a black "A-Frame" plate, used for Nindroid hang gliders in 70724 and 70725, on the wings of the Nindroid MechDragon in 70725, and on the sides of Jay's vehicle in 70723.Aanchirhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04758261805365974871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-6634666838244839732013-10-13T17:57:24.339+01:002013-10-13T17:57:24.339+01:00The advantage of the donut tile, though, is that y...The advantage of the donut tile, though, is that you don't NEED a stud in both sides of the same hole. A donut tile plus a single 2x2 jumper plate is all you need to get a two plate thick object with four perfectly-aligned anti-studs on both sides. There's no need to add a second 2x2 jumper plate because the donut tile has four of its own anti-studs that can be used just as effectively.Aanchirhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04758261805365974871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-6718208143384056802013-10-13T17:54:20.140+01:002013-10-13T17:54:20.140+01:00I discovered today that the new bow element's ...I discovered today that the new bow element's Design ID is 15068: http://cs.us.lego.com/en-US/replacementparts/showBrick.aspx?item=6079007&lod=5&size=2<br /><br />I came across listings in TLG's parts database for it in Bright Yellow and in Brick Yellow with an unknown decoration, so I believe we can rest assured that it will be showing up in several colors come next year.Aanchirhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04758261805365974871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-92089905191709428282013-10-13T05:39:34.767+01:002013-10-13T05:39:34.767+01:00As long as your connection is small and supported ...As long as your connection is small and supported otherwise, a bucket handle with a couple of 2x2 plates works fine. http://www.flickr.com/photos/dagsbricks/8656794072/Daghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16702225969943437639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-82740818937717571632013-10-13T05:28:55.020+01:002013-10-13T05:28:55.020+01:00You can also stud reverse two plates back to back ...You can also stud reverse two plates back to back with bucket handles. It's flush, but you need two or more for good clutch, so the plate size is obviously an issue. I think the doughnut tile will be a Mixels part.<br /><br />theskirrid@rebrickableAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-35113917502352528832013-10-13T03:21:11.658+01:002013-10-13T03:21:11.658+01:00The One Ring does not give you a good 180° stud re...The One Ring does not give you a good 180° stud reversal. Studs are slightly taller than a plate height meaning you will achieve an extra unwanted gap. You may be able to hide it in larger builds somewhat. For that matter the new donut tile will give you the same effect. Stick a 2x2 jumper in each side though and see how flush your plates are. There'll be gaps, I guarantee.<br /><br />DagsBricksDaghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16702225969943437639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-44288782498225018932013-10-12T21:02:04.809+01:002013-10-12T21:02:04.809+01:00The disappointing thing about that picture Jimmy i...The disappointing thing about that picture Jimmy is that it seems to show the cooker details being a sticker rather than a printed tile.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-23208322027004008312013-10-12T07:38:00.066+01:002013-10-12T07:38:00.066+01:00Thanks for the well written review, made me laugh,...Thanks for the well written review, made me laugh, and what a lovely set.<br />The new doughnut would also explain the plate stacking seen here:<br />http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5545/10086624233_f13747f0c6_o.jpgJimmy Clynchenoreply@blogger.com