Maybelline

This build is so awesome, I just had to try and build one for myself. However, I did not have all the parts that Madocca used, so I had to make some changes here and there. First of all, I do not have any S-Bricks so I had to use LEGO's IR system. This caused some head scratching, as each IR receiver can only run one motor per channel. Also, with just 3 receivers available, I was forced to leave some functions out. To solve this, I moved the receivers up from where the S-Bricks are located to roof level of the Shaman. This makes it possible to remotely control the Shaman with the standard LEGO system. The big top plate used in the build covers the IR receivers when the car is not in use. I also added a third battery pack to which I connected the lights and the switch for the crab mode. The switch for this is easy to reach through the hatch on the front of the roof. Sadly, I had to leave the winch out from the remote controlled functions. However, I left the connector where it is easy to find, so I could easily interchange each of the connecting cables. I did not have all the right parts or all the right colours, but I made it work quite well with what I had at the time. I am painfully aware that the tires do not quite match the original, maybe one day I get some burlier ones! I also realised that the added weight of the extra battery pack (and 2 of them being located in the back), put a bit of strain on the suspension. I should have used stiffer ones or made the ones I used stronger. Overall, I am very happy with this build, and I really enjoyed building it. The instructions were spot on! Thanks to Madocca for this. I really enjoy your work. Due to size restrictions, I am posting again to show some of the changes I made. IR setup This shows the IR devices with the top lid taken off. They are colour coded to match the connecting device. Back door view This shows the two battery packs seen through the back door. You can also see the IR devices in the background.