Lego Is Awesome

[Chako]

I just finished this Nifeliz T28 super heavy tank model that contained 2986 pieces. Almost 400 of which are tank threads. I can tell you that building 4 tank threads of 98 pieces each was time consuming. I guess this is my largest piece count model to date. I have never built anything from this Chinese manufacturer, and was a bit worried about the instructions. I should have had no fear as the instructions were for the most part good. there were a few instances where pieces were added into steps that you didn't know until you were a little ways past in the built as they would show up on later photos. I guess I now know why this kit was billed as 16+. Nothing too horrific, but it did keep me on my toes...which I sort of enjoyed for the most part. The model is fairly detailed, and came with 6 mini figures.

Engine compartment details.

20230520_172009A by Chako, on Flickr

Fighting compartment details. A lot to look at here from the canon details right down to the propellent charges and shells.

20230520_172002A by Chako, on Flickr

Early in the build.

20230520_171950A by Chako, on Flickr

20230520_171938A by Chako, on Flickr

One thing I did notice with this kit, and possibly something to think about these Nifeliz kits, the brick holding power is not as good as the LEGO industry leader. I found myself having to compress the bricks on occasion as I handled the tank during the build. Nothing terrible by any means.

Here is the finished monster.

20230522_135617A by Chako, on Flickr

Some mini figure details.

20230522_135627A by Chako, on Flickr

Fighting compartment with commander and crew.

20230522_135651A by Chako, on Flickr

It is rather imposing.

20230522_135741A by Chako, on Flickr

20230522_135750A by Chako, on Flickr

The box is rather thick and reeks of quality.

20230522_135853A by Chako, on Flickr

Rear details.

20230522_135915A by Chako, on Flickr

Another profile view.

20230522_135931A by Chako, on Flickr

The instruction booklet for the most part was clear and concise...that is until you noticed a few errors throughout that popped up on the next illustration or two down the road.

20230522_140226A by Chako, on Flickr

20230522_154320A by Chako, on Flickr

The outer tank thread pontoons are removable and can be towed behind the slimmer tank for train rides...just like the original prototype. 

[WhichDawg]

Very cool! I’ve thought about trying Nifeliz and your model & experience make me wanna more 

[Gareth]

I just finished this Nifeliz T28 super heavy tank model that contained 2986 pieces. Almost 400 of which are tank threads. I can tell you that building 4 tank threads of 98 pieces each was time consuming. I guess this is my largest piece count model to date. I have never built anything from this Chinese manufacturer, and was a bit worried about the instructions. I should have had no fear as the instructions were for the most part good. there were a few instances where pieces were added into steps that you didn't know until you were a little ways past in the built as they would show up on later photos. I guess I now know why this kit was billed as 16+. Nothing too horrific, but it did keep me on my toes...which I sort of enjoyed for the most part. The model is fairly detailed, and came with 6 mini figures.

Engine compartment details.

20230520_172009A by Chako, on Flickr

Fighting compartment details. A lot to look at here from the canon details right down to the propellent charges and shells.

20230520_172002A by Chako, on Flickr

Early in the build.

20230520_171950A by Chako, on Flickr

20230520_171938A by Chako, on Flickr

One thing I did notice with this kit, and possibly something to think about these Nifeliz kits, the brick holding power is not as good as the LEGO industry leader. I found myself having to compress the bricks on occasion as I handled the tank during the build. Nothing terrible by any means.

Here is the finished monster.

20230522_135617A by Chako, on Flickr

Some mini figure details.

20230522_135627A by Chako, on Flickr

Fighting compartment with commander and crew.

20230522_135651A by Chako, on Flickr

It is rather imposing.

20230522_135741A by Chako, on Flickr

20230522_135750A by Chako, on Flickr

The box is rather thick and reeks of quality.

20230522_135853A by Chako, on Flickr

Rear details.

20230522_135915A by Chako, on Flickr

Another profile view.

20230522_135931A by Chako, on Flickr

The instruction booklet for the most part was clear and concise...that is until you noticed a few errors throughout that popped up on the next illustration or two down the road.

20230522_140226A by Chako, on Flickr

20230522_154320A by Chako, on Flickr

The outer tank thread pontoons are removable and can be towed behind the slimmer tank for train rides...just like the original prototype.

OK, that's pretty cool. 

[PitCarver]

I haven't done anything with Lego for quite a while now.  My sidekick has almost all of my old bricks and things.  I did hang on to most of my old Lego model kits though.

Recently I picked up one of the build on mugs and decided to add a space shuttle.
On the handle, I added a Victorinox Rally with a brick added to the back scale.

Now I'm on the hunt for a couple thin baseplates to add to the sides.
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[WhichDawg]

Lego Concord is coming out!
https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/concorde-10318

I already have the Cobi version (half the size) be interesting to compare 

[WhichDawg]

The LEGO City Christmas 2023 Advent Calendar 60381 is on sale now on amazon prime 

I don’t know about you but I personally can’t get enough of those Lego turkeys!

[pfrsantos]

I haven't done anything with Lego for quite a while now.  My sidekick has almost all of my old bricks and things.  I did hang on to most of my old Lego model kits though.

Recently I picked up one of the build on mugs and decided to add a space shuttle.
On the handle, I added a Victorinox Rally with a brick added to the back scale.

Now I'm on the hunt for a couple thin baseplates to add to the sides.
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Does it take a hot coffee/tea without melting, leaking or awltering the flavour? How did you managed to get that SAK to hold on to the handle?

 

[Whoey]

I picked up the Concorde, with 40596 Magic Maze for free.

A colleague brought me 76900 Speed Champions Koenigsegg.

I also picked up the 2023 Star Wars Advent (75366).

I really need a good display case and to throw some time at building sets... I'm pretty sure I have at least a dozen in the queue now...

[WhichDawg]

I picked up the Concorde, with 40596 Magic Maze for free.

A colleague brought me 76900 Speed Champions Koenigsegg.

I also picked up the 2023 Star Wars Advent (75366).

I really need a good display case and to throw some time at building sets... I'm pretty sure I have at least a dozen in the queue now...

YAY! I’m waiting for double points to get my Concorde. They say it’s a great and fun build hope you agree. I did just order the Marvel “The Guardians' Ship” for 127 (Amazon) on sale cheapest ever! 

[Whoey]

As it's rather large I've not even cracked the box yet. Ideally I'd like it to live in an enclosed case... as we are currently in a furnished apartment there isn't really space for much more furniture...

I was going back and forth about getting it so early, and I really regret not getting the UCS slave one when it came out and was actually affordable... also given how popular it seems to be, I thought better now than pay even more or worse not find it later...

[WhichDawg]

I wonder if a wall-guitar-stand would work, seems big enough 

[m47mu74nt]

Got myself into Duplo with my son, always fun to ... mix Lego/Duplo and Knives 

[PitCarver]

Last month, during the Chuck Yeager challenge, Patch helped me open the 2023 Holiday Express Train kit for my granddaughter.
 

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Once built, she thought it was cute and set it out at the Christmas tree.

Me, I thought it was just short and needed something extra so the Boss Lady picked me up several sets to play with.  I had 4 sets at $4.99 each plus pieces from the box of Legos that have gone from me, through my kids down to the grandkids.   Some of these have to be over 50 years old.  I've still got some extra trucks and a set or 2 connectors so I may need another car.

 

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I think it'll go on the mantle next year for Christmas.

[Gareth]

My lovely wife got me a little set for Valentine's.  A fun wee build I thought.  (Classic for scale)

[Farmer X]

Yes, I'm gonna resurrect this thread!

I went to Meijer on Saturday and perused the Lego sets. I thought this set was kinda cute. Against better judgment and desire to not fall back into the Lego Rabbit Hole, I'll probably wind up buying it.



It's likely I'm a dissenter here, but I think Lego is at their best when they don't pick up a license. The one Lego set I have is a great example. I'll get some photos posted tomorrow.

[PitCarver]

Don't get me started, Farmer.

Ever since I found the Temu I've been looking a lot at some of their kits with the micro bricks. 😎

[Whoey]

There are so many good off brand sets. Not caved in yet.

Passed by the local store recently and the new Space stuff is looking top notch!

I need to find a good reasonably priced display cabinet so I can get some of these pending builds done and displayed in a slightly less dust prone environment.

[PitCarver]

Last year I did some mini sets to dress up her desk at work.  Only lasted a few months before she decided to retire.  ¯⁠\⁠_⁠(⁠ツ⁠)⁠_⁠/⁠¯

[Farmer X]

Don't get me started, Farmer.

I'll get some photos posted tomorrow.

Obviously, with MTo being temporarily down, it didn't happen. So better late than never.

 

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I believe they call this set the "Creative Suitcase." If not, it's very much to that effect. One of the latches has been misplaced (likely because cats), but the bricks are in great shape. I bought it because I'd heard Lego bricks made great jigs to hold stick-and-tissue aircraft parts at a perfect 90-degree angle.

Below are some things one can build with this set...

 

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[Farmer X]

I went to Dollar General before I returned to Meijer, as I had a $5 off a purchase over $25 coupon. They didn't have the go-karts, but I came home with this...

 

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This set has been discontinued, and that particular Dollar General had a lot of Series 23 mminifigures. As the funds become available, I'll be making subsequent Lego purchases.

[PitCarver]

This set has been discontinued, and that particular Dollar General had a lot of Series 23 mminifigures. As the funds become available, I'll be making subsequent Lego purchases.

I need to get some minifigs for some Paracord lanyards.   Once more the rabbit hole calls.

[Farmer X]

I was afraid of that...

[Farmer X]

If you're a Lego fan and you have a CVS in your area, check out the clearance section. I scored the set below for $3.25!

 

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They also had Series 26 minifigures, which come in a little box instead of the older Mylar bag.

[friendliestdoggo]

My lovely wife got me a little set for Valentine's.  A fun wee build I thought.  (Classic for scale)

Reminds me of the discovery model I used to have, passed that one to my cousin years ago  now I want to buy one of this small model to play. I love space shuttles!

[friendliestdoggo]

Still got the old book, just not the ship  lol

[Farmer X]

The Dollar General nearest my house had multiples of the space shuttle when I last visited. Had I known then that you liked space shuttles, I'd have picked up one for you!

And on the subject of instructions, I'm thinking of buying a set for the Custom Rally Van. I had some silly ideas for modifying that set, and I'd need to see how it fits together. (Yes, I know I can find the instructions online, but the one site demands that I register after viewing "too many" pages.)

[friendliestdoggo]

The Dollar General nearest my house had multiples of the space shuttle when I last visited. Had I known then that you liked space shuttles, I'd have picked up one for you!

That's very kind of you but you don't have to 

[matzesu]

Well, i think more likely Old Lego and the Alternative Brick Makers are Awesome ^^ my last Set from Lego was the Unimog, it was in the good old days..

I know there is now an Mercedes G-Modell out for about 250 €, where its exist an Alternative Building Manual to make an Unimog out of it..

There is an Nice Firefighter Unimog from Blue Brix, i wantet to buy and Build some time ..

[friendliestdoggo]

I couldn't find a nearby dealer for this set so I ordered it online and it finally shipped here  Now I can play with my space shuttle. Wshooooooshhh...

[Gareth]

The Shuttle is a great set for the money.