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Which pre-2000 set had a mobile crane with lights?
I had a set similar to this when I was younger (I am fairly sure this was before the year 2000), although:
The model was red, rather than yellow.
The model was more of a breakdown truck, rather than ...
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Which computer games came in jewel cases with LEGO studs?
Two LEGO computer games I've owned since the late 90s or early 2000s, LEGO Rock Raiders and LEGO Creator Knights' Kingdom, came in big boxes like most other PC games at the time. In the boxes were ...
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What are all the third party (unofficial) accessories I can get for an NXT
Similar to this question but I'd like to know about 3rd Party/aftermarket options instead please.
I've heard about motor multiplexers and the like but are there others, i.e. more sensitive colour ...
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2answers
128 views
What are all the different third-party accessories that I can get for an RCX?
What are all the different third-party accessories that I can get for an RCX?
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1answer
251 views
Is this a fleur-de-lis hood ornament, or something else?
I came across this interesting piece:
Now, I'm not sure it is a hood ornament, but I would like to know what it is. Any help would be appreciated.
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How can I create synthetic imagery (rendering) of LEGO models?
I'd like to know how I can create computer imagery of my own models or existing models.
How can we do photographic quality or cartoon like images?
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Were there any non “misson-x” sets from the LEGO Alpha Team Range (as in with the PC Game)?
In the LEGO Alpha Team Range, there's "Mission: Deep Sea" and "Misson: Deep Freeze", but were there any sets in the same "theme" as the computer game (and the same characters)?
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Minifig rotatable legs on a stick - what is this?
What kind of piece is this? Emboss says "(c)2003 The LEGO Group" and there is a 4303 number below. I browsed Peeron a little but didn't find anything similar.
There are two red handles, one rotates ...
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Of what fell beast did this olive drab carcass come?
I think I have assembled the remains of some dread creature:
I'm pretty sure that I wouldn't have enough elements to reassemble this, but I would at least like to know what it looked like in it's ...
9
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1answer
237 views
Which sets can be built in the bag (all the parts are in one bag)?
I've had the chance to participate in some "build in the bag" contests at some events. The idea is simple: each contestant gets a small set (usually provided by LEGO for the occasion), and everybody ...
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What set is this brown (wall?) element from?
While sorting out some old Lego finds, I stumbled across this piece:
I have absolutely no idea what this element could be for other than some kind of wall part, and even then I have never seen ...
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3answers
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How do you store your built models for long-term display?
My wife and I recently started to re-enjoy Lego and had a lot of fun building the Grand Emporium and a few other pieces but now they're collecting dust and we're lucky enough to have a few spare rooms ...
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What are the largest Technic-compatible tires on the market?
I am looking for the largest LEGO wheels with tires available to build a nice-sized RC LEGO car.
Of course I will start with the simplest prototype, but I would like to achieve a design which will ...
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4answers
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Does anyone have any successful techniques in searching for lego bricks in a pile?
We typically tip our box of Lego bricks onto a giant sheet (so that it can be easily picked up) but searching for bricks becomes really tricky and time consuming. You often remind yourself, "you'll ...
9
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1answer
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Steering mechanism for City-scale vehicle
I'd like to build city-scale (6 studs wide) motorized vehicles with PF remote control. There are already several suggestions on how to motorize wheels. The next challenge is steering
mechanism that ...
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2answers
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What kind of metal/alloy were on the old LEGO 9V train tracks?
LEGO's train tracks (the actual rail part) were made from some kind of metal alloy that does not seem to oxidize, and seems to have good electrical charateristics (low resistance).
Any ideas what ...
7
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5answers
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LEGO Safety: Known risks and how to avoid them?
I run an after school program that teaches engineering to kids, mainly Kindergarten through 3rd grade (roughly ages 5 - 9). I'm trying to educate my coaches as to the known safety risks regarding ...
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Are companies producing custom molded LEGO pieces legally entitled to do so?
We have seen (or I have seen, given I am a member of a few popular BIONICLE fan sites) an uproar from custom molding companies -- that is, companies that create their own LEGO pieces.
My question is ...
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What is the name of the Lego product that snaps together with knobs?
I remember owning a very strange Lego set, but have forgotten the name.
The pieces were similar to Technic parts, but different. They were green rounded frames and connected using purple squares with ...
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1answer
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Are the LEGO Friends Mini-dolls compatible with Minifigures?
I've seen the new LEGO Friends sets, and wanted to know if the Mini-dolls are compatible in any way with minifigs?
I'd quite like to get some sets for the new colours however I want to ensure the ...
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4answers
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Is there a logic to the way The LEGO Group fills the plastic bags?
When opening a new box, most of the pieces are in closed plastic bags, and sometimes inside those plastic bags is another plastic bag for smaller pieces.
I find the pieces, for the most part, rather ...
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3answers
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How many different colours of LEGO bricks are there?
Excluding translucent pieces, how many colours of official LEGO bricks are there?
8
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2answers
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How can I make custom LEGO packaging?
How can I print high-quality custom packaging for a custom-made model?
I am aware of DesignByMe. But as many of you know, the pieces for that are limited, as are the options for making your own box.
...
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1answer
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Why aren't LEGO bricks cubic?
The height of the 1x1x1 LEGO brick is 6/5 times its width. Is there any particular reason for these proportions? And especially why not making a cubic brick (it would have made SNOT building easier)?
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1answer
215 views
When I connect my Samantha Module to my NXT, the NXT shows the wrench icon
When I connect my Samantha module to my NXT, it shows the wrench icon instead of the USB icon.
I have tried updating the firmware, to no avail.
The blue light does not turn on. It sees the WiFi ...
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2answers
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How much does the Luke's Landspeeder (8092) weigh?
I am considering buying Luke's Landspeeder (8092).
However, because I will be traveling soon, I would like to know the set's weight first. LEGO.com doesn't list the weight, only the piece count and ...
2
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1answer
324 views
How many themes have been released by LEGO?
I would like to know the various themes, current & discontinued, that LEGO has released in brick/element form.
5
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1answer
231 views
Which buildings were based on sets in the LEGO Island video game?
The Wikipedia article for Lego Island mentions 'Most of these buildings are based on real Lego sets in circulation at the time of release for the game.' I haven't played the game in a long time but ...
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4answers
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Rebuilding the Millennium Falcon 7965 with unsorted bricks?
After a week of building the Millennium Falcon 7965, we were nearing the end. My son became excited and literally started jumping for joy. As a result, he accidentally landed on the model and thus ...
4
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1answer
458 views
Does the Power Functions IR Remote Control 8885 make a good remote for a car?
I have the Power Functions IR Speed Remote Control 8879 and it's great for, well, the train it came with and maybe other applications where you don't need precise control. 8885 looks like it would ...
5
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2answers
415 views
How do I add a light to the Red Cargo Train?
I want to add led light to the front (and probably back) of the Red Cargo Train but the shape of the light is making me wonder what brick I should use to hold the light. I've never seen these lights ...
4
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1answer
253 views
Are the older (hollow underneath) brick elements considered “collectable”?
I know. I know. All LEGO elements are collectable. I mean are the older, tubeless bricks valued above and beyond the fact that they are still viable pieces to build with?
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When did LEGO stop producing Technic action figures?
I recently got interested in LEGO Technic again. The last set I own is maybe 15 years old, so my knowledge is a little bit outdated.
Back then some of the Technic sets had action figures included, ...
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2answers
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Where do I find Mindstorms building plans?
I have the Mindstorms NXT 1 kit. It includes a printout of the first robot model building plans. The plans for several other robots (e.g. the scorpion bot) are included in the NXT software. However ...
4
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1answer
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Why does my NXT colour sensor not recognise colour on my iPhone?
If I point the colour sensor to my iPhone it does not recognise it, but if I point it to a piece of paper, it does.
Does anyone know if there is a solution for this?
I found some documentation ...
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2answers
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What is a good ratio to buy bricks in?
I want to add to my collection by buying an assortment of 2x4,2x2,1x2, and 1x1 bricks in a variety of colors. I want these to be general purpose bricks, primarily for sculptures and buildings.
What ...
4
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2answers
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How many different types of Lego bricks have been produced?
I was curious and wondering: How many different types of Lego bricks have been produced since the start of the company in 1949?
7
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1answer
959 views
How can I create a simple steering mechanism for a car?
Just curious about this. How can I create a simple steering mechanism for a car?
3
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1answer
88 views
Inverting voltage to PF motor
I often use separate PF motor for each driven wheel. Sometimes the most interesting design of mechanism requires opposite polarity of power supply to motors. Is there any simple non-destructive way to ...
11
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1answer
528 views
What are all the different accessories that I can get for an NXT?
Pretty simple...What are all the different accessories that I can get for an NXT? I know this could turn into a list, but this will be a helpful list, I think.
9
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1answer
357 views
Is there a way to re-tighten a minifigure's hip joint?
When a minifigure is new, the joints where its legs joins its hips is relatively stiff. However, when a minifig gets old and has been used a lot, this joint can get very loose leaving its legs very ...
7
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2answers
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How do I make Victorian looking minifigures?
I want to do a Victorian style station to go with my steam trains. I've got some great ideas for the building and accessories, but I'm not sure about the people. How can I make Victorian-looking ...
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Where can I find LEGO technic pieces? [closed]
I love the design by me software, but there are too few LEGO Technic pieces.
Do you know somes places (in Europe) where I can find LEGO Technic pieces without buying sets ?
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2answers
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What's the largest LEGO construction ever?
In terms of the number of bricks used.
Is this house, constructed by James May for the show Toy Stories, the biggest?
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3answers
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What parts are really required to motorize 10219 Maersk Train?
The Official site detailed page states that:
Motorize your Maersk train by adding LEGO Power Functions #8878 Rechargeable Battery Box, #8887 Transformer 10V DC, #8884 IR Receiver, #8879 IR Speed ...
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1answer
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What IR Codes are the Power Function remotes sending to the receiver?
The PF IR Speed Remote Control (the train one) is "7 speeds" but as I turn the dial to make it go faster it's hard to tell what speed it's at. I wonder if I could setup my programmable remote so that ...
8
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3answers
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Where can I find examples of everyday objects built in Lego?
Suppose for example I am interested in creative ways people have made trees, or minifig scale furniture, or just architectural details like windows. Is there some encyclopedia that organizes pictures ...
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2answers
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How can I build a LEGO marble pump?
All right, here's a tough one for ya'll.
How can I built a marble pump out of LEGO bricks? What would the mechanism which pushes the marbles up need to look like?
Here's an example in this video:
...
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1answer
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My Own Train vs. other 9v trains
Does My Own Train series have any pros and cons (or pitfalls) against other 9v trains?
Seems that is a rich series but less popular comparing to, for example, Santa Fe or regular City sets. Why?
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How much depth does the NXT battery pack add?
The NXT rechargeable battery pack does not fit flush with the back of the NXT brick like the battery cover (used with 6xAAs) does. I don't have the battery pack (yet), so I was wondering how much ...
