Haloid1177
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You're buying an $800 set. Responsibility is long gone at that point. That's how I'm approaching this situation.
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You're buying an $800 set. Responsibility is long gone at that point. That's how I'm approaching this situation.
Daniel Jackson
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Thanks, that sounds great!
The text instructions at bricklink tell you to 'add 3x Tyres 22/30 x 30 ZR (part 44309)' to the parts list. Where do those tires go? I don't see them in the pictures. Does this thing perhaps have a working retractable landing gear?
Lalala not listening.
Brilliant, I'll have to get myself a copy. I probably have about 20 parts required. Need to sort through my 17+ year old Lego.
Same. I think I'm going to just do it though. Triple points last weekend helped me climb to £150 off.
Chiaroscuro
Member
Lucky you, I have almost none and just made my order. I think this build will be waiting for a while, need to complete my other project first.
Europe, specifically German-Austria area. It was also reported online by local fan sites it happens in multiple ahops here. It is not binding to them and the manager decides allocation between shelf and list in the end.
And it was them calling me based on the list done in-store. And I think it was the manager (not 100% sure as this ws the first time I heard him over phone
instead in person)In the end it just says about how many pieces they expect to get if they cannot spare 20 in the next 2 weeks (even if i could get there in 24h max).
Chiaroscuro
Member
They are used to make the turbines.
Although the model has a retractable landing gear too, plus working cockpit window.
I NEED THE ILLUSION OF SELF-CONTROL!
Chiaroscuro
Member
Don't you read the first post of the thread?
"Lasciate ogne speranza, voi ch'intrate"
Or.... "Abandon all hope, ye who enter here"
😂
FuriousOne
Member
So when do we think the Falcon will go up for VIP's on the American site? (sorry if this was already discussed.)
Chiaroscuro
Member
By the way, the author of the Viper MOC has a facebook page/group of the project, you can see some pages of the instructions there:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1430553327041143
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1430553327041143
Any time between midnight and 4am EST. They are unreliable about flipping the switch.
It's Grace Chen Standard Time if you're a PSN fan.
Fluffernutter Pancake
Member
Is there any chance of waking up around 6 AM EST and still being able to preorder the MF or is it expected to sell out within minutes of whenever it goes live between 12 and 4 AM???
FuriousOne
Member
I'd say it depends on how many they have, which who knows the answer to that. I bet that they use some sort of % of the total number of VIP's to know how many to have on hand for in store and online.
Honestly not sure, but on Force Friday, less popular items sold out quickly, and they didn't have the distinction of being the largest Lego set ever. I'd expect them to take back orders for shipping in a few weeks (not just say "out of stock"). But if you want one asap, I'd be waiting at midnight. Scalpers will be out in full force.
whatsinaname
Member
So glad this LEGO Ideas project made 10k votes.
It may not be a huge seller, but I think it is a great representation of what can be made with LEGO that won't be found in standard LEGO sets.
https://ideas.lego.com/projects/cfaf7a52-02a4-4dc0-8ec3-6b94d7c36069
EDIT: It was a collaboration project with Grant Davis (Grant_Davis_) and Jason Allemann (JKBrickworks). Not just JK Brickworks.
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Pop-Up Book by JK Brickworks, on Flickr
Check out JK Brickworks flickr page. JK Brickworks has made some amazing mechanical moving MOCs. I just checked the page and he's create two new ones. Running horse and Santa and sleigh.
Oh man, I forgot about these that he made. I think they are based on wooden toys that worked with gravity.
[ig]https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8786/17110163951_b2d2c2d57a_z.jpg[/img]
Gravity Powered Walking Animals by JK Brickworks, on Flickr
The pop-up book is amazing!
Fluffernutter Pancake
Member
If time is not an issue, is it expected that this model will be available for purchase in a few months (or sometime next year, after the holidays) without any fuss of scalping, selling out quickly etc? Or are we destined to fight limited supplies, quick selling out and rabid scalping throughout the lifetime of this model?
balladofwindfishes
Member
Was anyone else's scariff trooper missing his belt cape thing?
Mine wasn't in the bag, I've looked around for it
Mine wasn't in the bag, I've looked around for it
No, mine had one. I feel like it came in a little container but I can't remember for sure.
No way this is a limited release. They'd say so if it was.
Chezzymann
Member
Mine came with two, if you're talking about the buildable figure
balladofwindfishes
Member
Capes and other bits of cloth have always come in separate boxes for me
My bag was also very beat up, it might have fallen out when packing.
Lego customer service doesn't have any left, but they can send me a comparable replacement, I have no idea what that could possibly be, this is kind of a specific piece
Also the plastic on this promo feels a lot cheaper than normal Lego. The head is way too tight, and the legs feel loose.
I did the best sticker placement I've ever done, though, so that's nice.
My bag was also very beat up, it might have fallen out when packing.
Lego customer service doesn't have any left, but they can send me a comparable replacement, I have no idea what that could possibly be, this is kind of a specific piece
Also the plastic on this promo feels a lot cheaper than normal Lego. The head is way too tight, and the legs feel loose.
I did the best sticker placement I've ever done, though, so that's nice.
Grassclipper
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Just ordered Palace Cinema, since it is retiring. Will be my first modular. I bought a bunch of the 3-1 creator sets during a short period in the summer, so I promised I would hold back a bit as to not go overboard with spending right away. I have, however, picked up a few of the collectible minifigs, they really do fit nicely.
Fluffernutter Pancake
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So no need to buy before 2018 if I don't need it before then? Should be able to easily pick it up at retail price sometime next year? That would be fantastic news for my wallet in its current state....
Its going to have to - I honestly think my wife would literally kill me if I bought this and the new iPhone at the same time. I might have to live vicariously through you lot for a while, and then see available on double points day
It's great, but I can't see it being sturdy enough for an official set. I want to build one, though, I just have to find the best theme.
That's only $40 for a $800 set... unless you wait for 3x VIP. If you want to really be responsible, you could as well wait for actual clearance. The whole idea isn't responsible, anyway.
When is the release date in EU, exactly?
(yes, I think I'll bite :/ )
My LG G3 has troubles since yesterday (SIM card "missing"), so I guess I'll have to replace it soon, which annoys me (I never changed a phone that is less than 4-5 years old :/ ) It could have chosen a different time. I'll probably go for a $150-250 device, not a $300+ one... It's fun that I think smartphones prices are crazy and I consider buying a toy for more (even if it should last me far more and may even be easier to resell down the road - which I'll probably never do anyway)
At least, I'm single, it's one of those case where it's a good thing :/ I would probably prefer having someone discussing my buying habits, though.
And I should have a decent income this year...
Even if it's not the best build, I'm confident enough to say it won't be the last. Try not to pass on Parisian Restaurant before it retires, it's amazing.
Wait until you have the Falcon too, and mix both sets together!
Ha.
I'll finish BB-8 and then I'll do trooper /speeder. After that it'll be Slave 1, Snowspeeder and Saturn V. Once I've done those if I'm happy I'll do the Death Star. That one will determine whether I also do MF on Brutal or not. Not sure I have a box big enough for either, might gave to use more than one which will make it even harder.
Genuinely I like the puzzle aspect if finding the parts, as the models themselves are no challenge at all.if I don't mix the bags then I complete them so damned fast it feels like when you eat your great food too quick and are all "awwww, I want more".
New Shop at Home catalog came in the mail today. Absolutely no mention of the UCS Falcon - must have been one of the concessions made to keep it secret.
But it does list Assault on Hoth as "LAST CHANCE." The UCS TIE is listed that way as well, but this is the first I've seen official word that the Hoth set is retiring soon.
Also listed as "LAST CHANCE:"
Ecto 1&2
Ferrari F40
S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier
But it does list Assault on Hoth as "LAST CHANCE." The UCS TIE is listed that way as well, but this is the first I've seen official word that the Hoth set is retiring soon.
Also listed as "LAST CHANCE:"
Ecto 1&2
Ferrari F40
S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier
Finished the green T Rex and wow. what an improvement on the old red one. So posable! And that red one's face is so derpy.
I just saw the way the red Trex arm is connected, like a plate between two plates by one stud allowing movement, a technique I'm very fond of but always assumed was an illegal connection".
Grassclipper
Member
I've decided to pick them up in release order so it's next on the list, assuming they are retiring in release order as well. Will try to fit Old Fishing Store in somewhere soon as well, as I don't want to miss it.
PhoncipleBone
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Nope. In fact, that kind of technique was use a few times on Blue Power Jet as well.
friskykillface
Banned
This lego store I go to says they will only have 8 falcons and about 12 people have called so far about wanting to come Thursday
Welp
Let me try another store
Welp
Let me try another store
oneknightr
Member
Ive seen the designer video and all the pics online but that didnt prepare me for the experience I was going to have when I went to the Lego store in San Francisco today. OMG, its absolutely amazing in person. Ive seen a built 10179 once, but that was three years ago. If 75192 is the same size as 10179, then Ive forgotten how big 10179 was. Ive gotten the green light from the wifey a couple of weeks ago and was planning on getting it during double VIP or later. Im in no rush to get it. Now Im leaning towards VIP online purchase on the 14th. I dont want to deal with waking up early and waiting in line. The employee there said theyre only getting four for the VIP release and doesnt expect any more until 10/1.
On a side note, I wasnt aware that they did minifigure trading on Mondays at the Lego store. The girl there had a cavegirl and Michael Knight figures on her lapel. Im not into Dimensions but I am a Knight Rider fan. She said that minifigure trading was for the kids but said shed be willing to trade with me since she saw how excited I was. I bought a Ninjago CMF mystery pack and traded for the Michael Knight. To top it off, she pulled KITT out of her pocket and gave that to me as well!! Everything is awesome.
On a side note, I wasnt aware that they did minifigure trading on Mondays at the Lego store. The girl there had a cavegirl and Michael Knight figures on her lapel. Im not into Dimensions but I am a Knight Rider fan. She said that minifigure trading was for the kids but said shed be willing to trade with me since she saw how excited I was. I bought a Ninjago CMF mystery pack and traded for the Michael Knight. To top it off, she pulled KITT out of her pocket and gave that to me as well!! Everything is awesome.
That's not a given, and sometimes they remove more than one... I guess PR is iconic, but it's also olive green, not a common color, and that may play into EOL...
The more I think about it, the more I want to go "mix the bags" with Falcon... Would be my first time
whatsinaname
Member
That's quick for the F40. On my wishlist but I don't know if I can jump on it this year.
I know there is no love for the movie, but ecto 1 & 2 is a great set. The minifigs are amazing too.ä
Rodney McKay
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The pop-up book is amazing!
I think that this set will likely get approved and made. It fits in that same category as the Ball Maze Ideas set they did a year or two ago (which I kinda regret not picking up).
If they can keep the cost down to $35-40 I think it could do very well. $50+ might be a bit of a harder sell to general audiences, but I still think it's a really cool set idea.
Maybe if you buy 2 you can stack them together and have two pages in one (very thick) book.
DrForester
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Grassclipper
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Okay, that is good to know! However I will keep an eye out so that I don't miss the existing modulars, if they are about to retire I will swoop in and buy them.
Initially I emptied a full bag in the same tray, so there was indeed some sorting, but now all of it is mixed!
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