Technic lego

[BlueMR2]

A better picture of the Le Mans racer.



More of the next releases here http://paulstechnic.blogspot.com.au/2014/10/photos... .

[TobyLaRohne]

BlueMR2 said:

A better picture of the Le Mans racer.



More of the next releases here http://paulstechnic.blogspot.com.au/2014/10/photos... .

I have to say that the Racer looks pretty weak compared to the quality of the models they normally do, they're usually able to get the lines pretty darn close to whatever model they're copying.

[fatboy69]

It does look a little naff doesn't it?

Have you seen the Rothmans Porsche 956/962 that has been built in Lego? I have it on my Facebook feed however I can't work out how to share it on PH.

[Alex@POD]

The snow vehicle thing looks like it could be an interesting build, if it has steering and suspension...

[Podie]

Alex@POD said:

The snow vehicle thing looks like it could be an interesting build, if it has steering and suspension...

Those tracks might fit on the Unimog or the Crawler...

[goforbroke]

I'm not a big fan of the car, I think it just looks a bit awkward.

I quite like the look of this, even if it seems like one of the easier sets.

[Whitefly Swatter]

goforbroke said:

I'm not a big fan of the car, I think it just looks a bit awkward.

I quite like the look of this, even if it seems like one of the easier sets.

That looks like an 8041 (Race Truck) thats sat on my desk

Edited by Whitefly Swatter on Friday 3rd October 10:52

[goforbroke]

Whitefly Swatter said:

That looks like an 8041 (Race Truck) thats sat on my desk

Edited by Whitefly Swatter on Friday 3rd October 10:52

You're right, I got my image from Brickset, but its the same as 8041, except the number.

[ColinM]

Whitefly Swatter said:

That looks like an 8041 (Race Truck) thats sat on my desk

Edited by Whitefly Swatter on Friday 3rd October 10:52

Apparently 8041 was a limited edition not available in all markets. The new one will be a general release. The only difference people have spotted is the wheels going from 3 hole centres to the new 6 hole style.

I missed out on 8041 the first time and they are expensive on Ebay so will probably get this and the new motorbike to add to the collection.

[LaurasOtherHalf]

BlueMR2 said:

A better picture of the Le Mans racer.



More of the next releases here http://paulstechnic.blogspot.com.au/2014/10/photos... .

Oh dear that looks a bit wrong doesn't it?

[Evo141n]

The first image of the le mans car looks better than the later aussi images. Looks better proportioned,the bonnet and rear wheel guards a different on each car, green on one black on the better one IMHO

[Podie]

Evo141n said:

The first image of the le mans car looks better than the later aussi images. Looks better proportioned,the bonnet and rear wheel guards a different on each car, green on one black on the better one IMHO

There are two images doing the rounds!

One has 83 on the side and the other doesn't. One has round front lights, the other doesn't.

Edited by Podie on Wednesday 8th October 19:31

[Podie]

The top image is the preview.... and I wonder if Audi complained? Looks very like the R18.

Seems headlights, the central fin and the front end have changed.

[Bungleaio]

Top image is a lot better looking. I won't bother if it ends up being the 2nd image.

[blueST]

Podie said:

The top image is the preview.... and I wonder if Audi complained? Looks very like the R18.

Seems headlights, the central fin and the front end have changed.

I reckon the ACO if not Audi. They may have some sort of trademark or IP rated to LMP type cars. The "sail" might be a distinguishing feature for example. They are pretty aggressive in other areas related to Le Mans' image so it wouldn't surprise me.

[Podie]

blueST said:

Podie said:

The top image is the preview.... and I wonder if Audi complained? Looks very like the R18.

Seems headlights, the central fin and the front end have changed.

I reckon the ACO if not Audi. They may have some sort of trademark or IP rated to LMP type cars. The "sail" might be a distinguishing feature for example. They are pretty aggressive in other areas related to Le Mans' image so it wouldn't surprise me.

Good point.

[LaurasOtherHalf]

Seeing how the wonky looking one has the fully finished box details you'd imagine that is the finished article I suppose? As stated, I don't think I'll bother with that one.

[fatboy69]

I don't like the version without the fins. It just looks wrong.

[dr_gn]

Guys,

I've got the 8043 excavator - had it built-up a few yeas now. I bought a load of new batteries becasue my son wanted to play with it. OK so I wanted to play with it but whatever.

Trouble is, even with fresh batteries, it's got no power. I know it was always a marginal design for the power available, but now it barely has any at all. The slewing function stops after about 90 degrees.

I read there were issues with the linear actuators on this model, does anyone know how to identify the faulty parts?

The slewing function doesn't use LA's, so is it also a motor issue I wonder?

Also, is there any way of lubricating lego safely? I did ask them ,but they said they never recommend lubricants. I reckon they would make a hell of a differnece to this model, but I don't want to degrade the plastic.

Any ideas?

[Podie]

What the...?!?!

Happen to have a chat with Russy and then this arrives yesterday...