Questions tagged [repair]
Bricks, pieces and other elements sometimes break, deform, stop working, or get otherwise damaged - perhaps we can help you fix them?
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Mindstorms EV3 brick doesn't start up
When attempting to start your Mindstorms EV3 brick, the light turns red briefly and then turns amber (yellow or orange?) and stays that way indefinitely. The screen does not turn on at all. Any ideas ...
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How to fix yellowed white DUPLO boat? [duplicate]
I have a large white DUPLO piece for the Sea Explorer. Part of it is yellowed. Not sure how… I thought maybe it was sun damage but not sure why that would cause it to turn yellow.
I’ve already soaked ...
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How to troubleshoot an inert Power Functions Servo motor?
I tried to test a PF servo motor before building it into something larger to see if it works - it seems it does not. When connecting it to a 59510c01 9V PF Battery Box and toggling the switch of the ...
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LEGO monorail train can't climb slope
Just reopened the monorail set for my son to play with. Motor still works but it grinds and can't cope with pushing up the incline to the upper level on either slope.
Looks very slightly worn but ...
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How to fix this Error in EV3 Classroom? [duplicate]
So I got the error "Heads up! Couldn't open this project" and did research and found out that it is a generic error, then looked up the exact error on this site: https://legoapptools....
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Type of Battery connector of Spike Prime & essential Hub
What is the type of the 3-pin connector used to connect the Spike Prime Hub or Spike Essential Hub to the rechargeable battery? It consists of 3 pins and has a male and a female side.
I have issues in ...
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Duplo train engine base part - replacement DC motor - which part to buy?
I have two Duplo train base parts, one that works, one that I want to repair, as it does not work (connects via Bluetooth, but in the end motor does not move). I disassembled that and figured out the ...
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Calibration Freeze on D11
I've read through similar posts, but haven't seen exactly the same issue. Built it once, and froze during several calibration attempts. Stripped it all down, rebuilt it very carefully and still have ...
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LEGO Express 60197 displays low battery
Using new batteries to power the controller - however on connecting the app using Bluetooth the status immediately shows low battery.
Uninstalled the app and reinstalled it with new set of batteries, ...
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How do you open this thing without damaging it?
It's a 9008 DUPLO Activity Set from 1986. Looks like this on all the boxes.
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Lego Mindstorms EV3 broken screen cable
While taking apart my EV3 brick I accidently pulled on the ribbon cable connecting the screen to the motherboard too hard and it broke.
I figured I could just get a replacement fpc ribbon cable with ...
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Correct axle rotation of partially built LEGO Cat D11 Bulldozer (42131)?
Page 173, Step 205, of LEGO Cat D11 Bulldozer (42131) instructions has a step to attach two sub-assemblies. What is the correct rotation of these two axles? Is it correct if they rotate in opposite ...
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Wobble problem with the PF L motor
So I got my hands on a used 42095 LEGO Technic set that I wanted for a long time. After disassembling it and testing PF for the first time, I have noticed that one of the motors is extremely wobbly, ...
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How do I switch out a gear in the Cat D11 set without taking the set apart?
I have a fully completed Cat D11. Great build. (I have previously built the Bucket Wheel Excavator, the Rough Terrain Crane, Liebherr 9800, Airbus 175, etc.) Couldn't get through calibration. Did not ...
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Fixing a LEGO M Motor connector
I have several broken "Powered Up" M motors and I took one apart to see what was wrong. I ended up snipping off a section of the wire and re-soldering it back together but testing with an ...
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Small torso cracking
I have a ton of LEGO Minifigures I am putting up for sale on my Bricklink, but I just noticed almost every single figure looks as if there is a crack right under the arm starting at the armhole and ...
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IR remote 8879 - cannot control speed of the motor
I got the 7938 train set for my kid.
I hook up the battery to the receiver and try the IR remote 8879 with it.
The motor starts running/spinning, but I can not control the speed with the orange "...
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Where can I get replacement battery connectors for old Lego Duplo Train?
I have the same Duplo Train that Pieterjan posted a picture and video of in September ('Old Lego duplo train not working on batteries'). In my case, it is clear that the battery connectors are ...
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How do I disassemble Powered Up Motor XL? [duplicate]
My question is, how do you take the XL motor apart?
I tried with my knife and hands, but unfortunately, it is still whole in one piece (tabs).
I got the XL motor from the set 42099 and I would to make ...
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How to open first version of the pneumatic cylinder? (Part no 4688c01)
I have a Lego Technic set 8040 from 1984 with the first version of the pneumatic cylinder. Unfortunately, the shaft on the cylinder broke.
Apparently the top of the cylinder (lid) is glued. Is there a ...
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EV3 Home Shuts down after 2 min. (lights orange, and 3 Icons Triangle, Gage, Manual)
I just purchased a second hand LEGO Mindstorms Home EV3.
The brick turns on, allows firmware update, etc. However, after about 2 minutes the unit makes a noise, LED's turn red, and 3 icons appear.
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How can I prevent rubber bands disintegrating?
These two answers partially answer this question., but I think it's worth its own question to find more options in a more comprehensive answer.
Old Lego rubber bands are known to become brittle over ...
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NXT Sensors/Motors not working
I went back to using the NXT brick after two years and I'm having some problems:
Motors do not respond to degrees or rotations;
Ultrasonic Sensor and Color Sensor are not working;
Touch Sensor is ok;
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Fix Lego M Motor - The hooks aren't budging
I have a Lego M motor that is broken. I'm following the instructions here to try to fix it but the little tabs that hold the plastic frame together just won't budge no matter how hard I'm pushing them ...
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what plastic is used in the floatable hull of 60266 Ocean Exploration ship?
I need to know what plastic is used for the hull (dark blue) of the 60266: Ocean Exploration Ship, in order to glue a reinforcement on.
I bought this for my boys (younger than the advertised 7+). It ...
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Reinforcing a pair of Bent Double 11.5 Liftarms under Rotational Tension
I purchased a clone MOC out of interest a few months back, this following set.
Because it does use clone pieces, I knew there was a high chance of breakage and poor fit, especially in the tensegrity ...
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Fix Power Functions cable near connector (L motor)
We have a broken cable on the power functions L motor. I've fixed an M-motor before in the engine, but this time the cut is near the connector.
Unlike the M-motor, this connector doesn't have the ...
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Battery Box 8881 not providing enough power
I bought a used 8881 PF AA battery box. It doesn't appear to work with anything. When I test it with a multimeter, I only get a voltage reading of ~0.5V.
I tested each of the batteries, and they each ...
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12V LEGO train tracks splinter
I have an older 12V LEGO train (several actually) but of course the rubber tires wore out long ago.
The trains still run quite well (I even used them as a motor parts in some Technic designs), but the ...
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Broken pneumatic distribution block
I have a first-generation Lego Pneumatic set (nr 8851) that I recently took out of storage. I remembered from the last time I built the set that the pneumatics weren't working and I just confirmed ...
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What is the maximum voltage for motors from Cybermaster units?
I recently bought a non-functioning Cybermaster unit [part:71797].
As the motors in there might be perfectly fine, I'd like to use them.
I could not find information on these motors (as opposed to ...
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Oil for old 4.5V motor? (UK)
I've just got my old LEGO Technic motor from my loft. It works but squeals in a way I don't remember it doing (35 years ago). I assume some lubrication would help and I've seen references to 3-IN-ONE ...
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Old RCX Wires Have Become Grey and Brittle
I have a LEGO MINDSTORMS Robotics Invention System 2.0 (3804) that I acquired back in 2003 (17 years ago), and the wires have become grey and brittle.
The wires used to be black and smooth, and ...
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Miniature Lepin box door stuck inside box itself
Yes, maybe the title may be confusing, but this image says it all:
I got a Lepin city set not too long ago, and it included this box. I have no idea how this happened but during use the door ...
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Repairing a 12V switch motor
My son caused me to dig up my old 12V LEGO trains. Surprisingly they mostly work, except for one part - Electric, Train 12V Remote Control Switch Motor 4 x 8 x 1 2/3:
This is the motor that drives ...
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How do I fix a loose joint between the top and bottom of the digger base?
How do I repair a loose-fitting joint between the top and bottom of the Duplo digger base? It has been used for only about a year. Is the wear more likely on the top or the bottom piece?
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Lego Mindstorms NXT 2.0 brick is not working
Recently, I tried to get my old NXT 2.0 brick fixed.
Everything seemed to point to the clicking brick problem, but it turns out not to be the only thing, the brick was also getting hot. After ...
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How to repair warped plates [closed]
I have some large plates and a boat hull that have warped due to temperature, and I would like to fix them. Is there any way to do so? And if not, is there any way to replace them? I tried contacting ...
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Non-standard diameter pole - reinforcing a repair
I have (or rather my daughter has) a Fabuland umbrella which has been snapped off where it meets the base (probably over 30 years ago when her mum was a child).
I've seen Can I repair a broken LEGO ...
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How to locate pneumatic leak
I have a simple pneumatic claw with a 2 pump compressor that I built somewhat recently. It worked fine for a while, producing up to 4 bars of pressure, but then the system wouldn't increase the ...
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Lego Mindstorms NXT 2.0 Not turning on
I have a Lego Mindstorms NXT 2.0, which worked well for a couple of years.
However, after the last few weeks, it seems to not boot up. I took it apart, and noticed it seems to have a different ...
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How to fix cracked minifig arms?
I have a few minifigs with their arms cracked lengthwise, which is a big problem as the hands constantly fall off at the slightest touch (or even fall off of their own accord). Is there any way to fix ...
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Fixing a not working Power Functions L motor
Four of my PF L motors don't work. How could I make them work again? I didn't find any information about L motors, only M and XL.
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Power Function IR Remote always emitting after putting batteries
My PF IR remote led indication light is constantly on after I put in new batteries. It stay on without me touching anything. A quick check with my phone camera showed that the IR emitter is emitting. ...
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How to disassemble LEGO train engine base part# 28743?
I have one of the new Bluetooth engines (part 28743, but in the bottom it says Hub No 5 model) that has started to under-perform and make some noises, I think that it need some maintenance (maybe due ...
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My DUPLO railroad engine stops after 20cm
My DUPLO railroad engine stops after 20cm moving.
I suppose the sensor in the front axle is damaged.
So is it possible to repair it?
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My LEGO character's helmet keeps falling off... Is there any way to fix?
My figure won't keep its helmet on and if I get it on it is very loose and will spin around.
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How can I get this broken part out? [duplicate]
My New LEGO minifig has a broken hand because of me. How can I get this broken part out?
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Problem With Bionicle Joint Sockets Cracking, Repair Options?
I'm pretty sure that serious Bionicle fans have all dealt with cracking of the joint socket pieces. However, is super-gluing the broken parts a solution? I'm worried that the joint socket won't be ...
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Replace Battery in LEGO Dino Attack Light-Up T-Rex Head?
Is it possible to replace the battery of the LEGO Dino Attack T-Rex head?
There's a button on the top of the head that makes the eyes and tongue light up red, presumably via a red LED.
There doesn't ...
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