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The last three months have been indexed. Thus, if any MOC or review is in that time frame and I missed it, now is the time to ask "why?". There will be three variants of answer; 1. Ooops! 2. I chose not to because.... 3. Yes, I missed it. Just the same, if your MOC/review has been indexed and you would prefer it not to be please tell me. If you do, tell me.

Looks like a nice base to be posted too! I wonder if they have any blue movies...

...additionally some people are just reviewing sets that they have had for a while.

Well it's got me curious, but I have no idea how it's supposed to work!

You are a very talented one! Thanks for the update. Er.... you should make a space ship?

Read here for more details. No, it's not in the member guildlines... but it is on the first page of Website & Forums. Maybe we should add it, but we tried to make the guidelines as small and simple as possible, and only include things that could get you banned. We didn't want to have something that was impractical to read and remember. Read here to find all you want about RAMM.

Actually we're trying to keep this forum clean so I'll move this.

No. I picked the name as it was German for Dragonfly. I'll have to look into this other "Libelle"... EDIT: Well it turns out I was wrong about the name; the Libelle was another Messerschmitt prototype. I believe the real name of this aircraft was the Nachteule. Reality mode: This page has the number 1 link for "Messerschmitt Libelle" on Google so I have changed the name to avoid confusion. The new name means "Night Owl" and I believe it's untaken by any Messerschmitt aircraft. Just to clarify, this aircraft is pure fantasy.

I'm old, you're not.

Maybe, but it can be used to make drinks.

Almost believable explanations are my specialty. I've been a huge fan of aircraft since I was a kid. It was what I used to make in my TFOL days. I just wish I had photos... Yes. The US V-22 Osprey... ...does this, and there have been jet powered ones too, but none successful. My favourite is the German EWR VJ 101. So would I, but my navy blue collection is decidely lame. Thanks for your comments.

Nothing! The design is pure fantasy... but it is somewhat based on other Messerschmitt designs such as the Komet. Is there a real one? I looked around and found nothing aside from some gliders. To my knowledge the only German VTOL of that period was the Focke-Achgelis Fa 269. They are part of the radar array. For example; Indeed I should; how did I do that... Thanks!

Your face is recycled.

The Me 282 Nachteule was designed as a rapid response night fighter that could be deployed from almost any location to provide a defence against bomber raids. The prototype was a success after much development, however due to the advanced alloys no more that a few were built. These revolutionary rotating engine nacelles were the key feature of the Nachteule. They allowed the aircraft to take off and land vertically; and thus be deployable to relatively small areas. Driving each constant speed prop were two V6 engines linked via a centrifugal clutch so if one engine failed the aircraft could still land safely. Like many wartime aircraft, it was designed for multiple power plants, and in this case it was designed for use with a jet engine. However, the prototype of this version was stolen prior to testing, crashed upon landing, and it was deemed un-economical to be rebuilt. Due to reliability issues with jets at the time it probably was for the best. This is the only surviving photo of the jet prototype. It was taken during the incident. Up front are the other key features, a powerful radar and cannon. The radar was the capable Lichtenstein SN2 set and the weapons were two Oerlikon 20 mm cannons. Together these made the Nachteule quite effective against bombers, and with a good pilot, deadly even to fighters! The ability to instantly jump up and behind a target proved highly effective in trials. This manoeuvre however did eventually result in the destruction of the rotor of the aircraft used for anti-fighter trials, which later crashed while landing. The cockpit had room for the pilot, and a radar operator/observer. There were no plans for a rear gunner due to the rear prop/rotor. The wing was a simple but strong design. It was mounted in the center of gravity as during take off the tail and other control surfaces couldn't be used to balance the aircraft. To the rear was a balancing prop. Trials found that gusts of wind could cause lift variations so this was added to make the aircraft more stable during take off and landing. It was electrically driven and could be angled back. During forward flight it was generally left to feather, but it could be used if one of the main props failed. Entrance was made via this rear hatch. The Nachteule in flight. Boring notes by the creator: This was my Indy competition entry that I never got around to finishing. The first engines I put together in 10 minutes as I ran out of time. The new engines use a castle piece with Technic piece going though the window.

It was sort of fun, but it really is just a lot of big pieces. The kitchen stove is smart though. As for the figs, yes I forgot to add pictures of the happy couple! Here they are. It could be a while; ask me again in three years. I agree. There's a good chance of me borrowing certain parts in the future. Thanks, but I must confess she does play with our PS3 too... When did I stop? I'm still undecided on if it was a smart buy. She played with it a lot this week, but last week she ignored it... and I had to fix it twice!

Not at all. As I said earlier my AT-AT driver had the wrong legs and they have told me it's on the way. Now if I asked for a helmet it may have been a different story. Besides, Dark Sword Ragnarok is talking about buying "lost" parts, not missing parts.

...and 4 is just plain stupid! capn black pancake red beard skilzz1 ninjaguy137

Well I hope not as that would be dishonest. Also, if too many people do this then TLG will simply stop proving this service... or raise prices to compensate.

Ahhh, but you've given the better answer. I'm going to merge this with the last topic like this.

You've switched your view to "outline" or "linear". Go to "Options" on this page and switch back to standard.

Same. Must have been the whole batch then! Aren't lost parts charged for? Personally I wouldn't expect TLG to pay for my mistakes.

Replacements are always 100% free. I ordered some last week as my AT-AT driver had the wrong legs! What was wrong with your set; missing parts or wrong parts?

Any idea of the year and/or colour?

Welcome back skilzz1...

I think each mold space has its own number for quality control reasons. That way if is a run of defects is found they can go to the exact mold space and investigate. Looking at other pieces that are indentical and from the same set I can find similar things. For example in my hand I have 2 2x4 bricks. One is 3001 13 230 and the other is 3001 5 224. The first piece has the molding injection mark... 00 00 0X 00 ...and the other is... 00 00 X0 00