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Bricks and Elements sometimes break - perhaps we can help you fix them?

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My minifigs have been doodled with marker pens. How can I clean them?

So simple question really, child drew on figures with marker pens, how can I clean them off with out removing the original prints ?
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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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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: https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?P=70026&idColor=9#T=C&C=9 This is ...
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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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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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Is it possible to dismantle and refurbish an original 870 Technic motor?

I have a couple of ancient 870 motors (the 4.5v ones) that run but don't sound great. I've looked for, but can't find, a guide on how to dismantle them. I'd like to either get in there and clean/...
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Repairing disintegrated old 9V wire

I have a number of old technic motors and battery boxes I would like to use however the wires have disintegrated in storage to the point that the metal conductors touch and short out. Does anybody ...
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Why are my pieces breaking? "3612 Arm piece straight with 2 and 3 fingers"

I've dug up my old LEGO (from 1990's) and most bricks are simply scratched and dirty. However, the arm pieces 3612 break on touch! Are they simply a bad, too thin, design, or is there something more ...
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EV3 brick not turning on, nothing on display?

Ev3 brick not turning on, nothing on display, just red leds are on, tried 3 buttons not working.
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Minifigure Hand broken and stuck in arm

A friend of mine gave me some of his old minifigures. As you guys can see, the hand of one of the figures is broken and a part of the hand is stuck in the arm. Do you have any ideas how to remove the ...
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How to safely straighten 2569 Lego Antenna Whip 8H?

I have one of those, in trans-neon green, that's slightly bent. I don't want to break it or make it opaque. Is there a way to make it straight again without risk? Preferably universal way, but way ...
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Why do LEGO parts break?

I disassembled the Airplane set 7893 with normal pressure on the bricks and it happened that some parts broke like dry brittle leaves, see picture. The storage conditions have been in the open and ...
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How can I repair a red 12v train motor from Set# 7730?

I have a LEGO 7865 Red 12 volt train motor from a LEGO 7730 train set. The motor has stopped working as it has been dropped on one of the wheels. How can I open the motor case to effect a repair?
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How to fix the 4.3V output supply of a NXT 2.0?

I have a Mindstorm NXT 2.0 from 2007 (PCB code: 62115.40H) at which the sensors except the simple "Touch sensor" are no longer working. Also the tacho-signal of the motors do no longer work. (The ...
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Lubricating 4.5V 6216m2 engine

Is there any way to lubricate old 4.5V 6216m2 engines (these grey round ones)? I have 2 from my childhood, and they still run, but have trouble starting and make an awful 'whining' sound from time to ...
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Is it possible to fix a broken EV3 Port?

I have an EV3 running RobotC version 4.55. The medium motor connected to Port A does not run, but if I connect it to another port (B,C,or D) it works. I tested it manually through the EV3 motor tab ...
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How to open Duplo train base 2961b?

How can I open a Duplo train base 2961b without destroying it? It is not working despite fresh batteries. There are no screws.
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Is it possible to repair LEGO box creases?

Has anyone tried ironing or flattening a creased lego box to diminish the appearance of the damage?
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Unable to turn on NXT. Completely Frozen [closed]

I recently downloaded a file on my NXT and when I used it, it didn't work as intended. The motors started to make sounds like they were jammed, one got stuck and now the NXT won't even turn on. I ...
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Lego 12v motor axle repair

I had recently got my Lego 7730 for past Christmas and wanted to use it. I bought the Lego 7864 and went to test the red motor but all I heard was the motor and it didn't move. I decided to take a ...