Technic 2017 Set Discussion

[Ascius]

3 minutes ago, Erik Leppen said:

I saw it on Sariel's video and I can't imagine it has any other use than prevent people from installing it the wrong way. The different coloring on the steering is maybe meant to "give a hint" for when the rear axles are installed, so that people install it with the same color on the same side as the front axle.

I think that is exactly the reason. considering so many diffs and possibility of having them placed wrong way would be easy. Though I think these sets considering their prices and so should be enthusiast sets (less colors, shorter more steps per page instructions). I don't know about the rest of the world, but barely any 11 - 16 year can expect to get sets like 42070 or even the Porsche.

Also while I was playing (AKA scaring the cat) for a bit with 42070, I was smiling like a 8 year old. Steering is no good, I'd replace it with servo (don't have one sadly) and the M motor with another L or XL (don't have one of those either), but it is fun and the truck looks amazing. A lot of possibilities for modding for sure same as Porsche.

[Globemaster8]

I'll wait to see what Jim's view of the three sets and the remaining two of Sariels reviews, but I honestly don't know if I'll be buying a technic set this year. I often only buy one or two sets a year, but I make sure that they're quality sets. I don't know I'll have to see but at the moment, I'll only be buying the Saturn V (which is still annoyingly out of stock). 42070 looks as if it isn't a bad set, but not the set it could have been. 

[Jim]

4 hours ago, Ascius said:

I think that is exactly the reason. considering so many diffs and possibility of having them placed wrong way would be easy.

It is to prevent people from doing this 

I had a friend over and he wanted to build the axles. I noticed he put the red liftarms on opposite sides, so I switched them. In hindsight I just needed to turn the subassembly around 
After that we called it a night LoL.

[Ascius]

3 minutes ago, Jim said:

It is to prevent people from doing this 

I had a friend over and he wanted to build the axles. I noticed he put the red liftarms on opposite sides, so I switched them. In hindsight I just needed to turn the subassembly around 
After that we called it a night LoL.

Exactly that xD

I made a few mistakes myself - I didn't put in a that red thing at the step 188 and built it only saw the mistake when I had to insert something in it. thankfully it wasn't bad to remove it. Stopped the build at 02:30, couldn't take it anymore.

I was actually concerned about diffs so I managed to keep them in order myself

Edited July 15, 2017 by Ascius

[Maaboo the Witch]

On a total change of topic, the designer video for the 42061 telehandler's been posted on the Technic site! Go check it out if you like.

[1gor]

22 hours ago, Jim said:

So far I like it better than expected.

 

Well that is positive thinking, but IMHO internal part is to colorful. I'll just wait for your review to see in detail like Xerion -when I saw no fake engine, no all wheel drive I was very disappointed. but after your review I've decided to buy it, so it is (partly) in your hands, 

At least LEGO decide to recolor some parts...
 

[Jim]

27 minutes ago, I_Igor said:

Well that is positive thinking, but IMHO internal part is to colorful. I'll just wait for your review to see in detail like Xerion -when I saw no fake engine, no all wheel drive I was very disappointed. but after your review I've decided to buy it, so it is (partly) in your hands, 

At least LEGO decide to recolor some parts...

You know me...I see positive things in every set 

[1gor]

Just now, Jim said:

You know me...I see positive things in every set 

...or (positive) parts in every set 
...or as some say optimists see the donut and pessimists see the hole 


 

Edited July 15, 2017 by I_Igor

[Globemaster8]

Hope to be reading the review soon Jim! Have you received 42068 and 42069 yet? 

[Jim]

Just now, Globemaster8 said:

Hope to be reading the review soon Jim! Have you received 42068 and 42069 yet? 

I have nearly finished the build of the 42070. Maybe I can finish the write-up tomorrow.

Yes, I have received the other sets. I already posted the inventory

21 minutes ago, I_Igor said:

...or as some say optimists see the donut and pessimists see the hole 

I see a lot of donuts 

And if you really try hard, the lights are actually moveable 

[1gor]

Just now, Jim said:

I see a lot of donuts 

And now you only need a gallon of coffee to go with donuts during future reviews like here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sH9iudba8l4

 

[Aventador2004]

5 hours ago, Jim said:

And if you really try hard, the lights are actually moveable 

And it can fly.... 

Eagerly awaiting the 42069 review, and hoping it is better than 42070.

[Ngoc Nguyen]

"movable" here is synonymous with "knockable" is it not 

[Jim]

3 hours ago, nguyengiangoc said:

"movable" here is synonymous with "knockable" is it not 

Hehe, it seems that way.

Without going into much detail, I can already tell that I have a problem with the 42070. I like it...a lot.

[Ngoc Nguyen]

What taboo have you just uttered?!! You're supposed to join the bandwagon and decry the lack of [insert desired function here] ! /sarcasm

Edited July 16, 2017 by nguyengiangoc

[Jim]

1 minute ago, nguyengiangoc said:

What taboo have you just uttered?!! You're supposed to join the bandwagon and decry the lack of [insert desired function here] ! /sarcasm

I feel like an outcast. I sure hope I won't be banned from the Technic community  

[Ngoc Nguyen]

[Zerobricks]

24 minutes ago, Jim said:

Without going into much detail, I can already tell that I have a problem with the 42070. I like it...a lot.

How could you!

[Jim]

4 minutes ago, Zero (Zblj) said:

How could you!

I feel dirty and abused 

[Zerobricks]

Just now, Jim said:

I feel dirty and abused 

Now you know how the poor teddy feels.

[Jim]

Just now, Zero (Zblj) said:

Now you know how the poor teddy feels.

Hehehe well put. 

[Zerobricks]

Just now, Jim said:

Hehehe well put. 

Well put like....that half pin?

I think we should stop before we make everyone cringe

[Erik Leppen]

1 hour ago, Jim said:

Without going into much detail, I can already tell that I have a problem with the 42070. I like it...a lot.

Not a good sign for me. You liked the 42039 a lot too, contrary to popular belief, and I ended up getting that set. But that had a price nowhere near this one... :D

But your picture looks great. Lookimg forward to the rest.

[Jim]

Just now, Erik Leppen said:

Not a good sign for me. You liked the 42039 a lot too, contrary to popular belief, and I ended up getting that set. But that had a price nowhere near this one... :D

Still one of my favorite sets (42039). I definitely agree with the difference in price though.

[Jay Psi]

@Zero (Zblj) That last comment cracked me up. Yes it's the right place to stop, but I couldn't let such a zinger go unacknowledged!

I'll be honest too, I am still intrigued by 42070. The terrible performance outdoors doesn't bother me; Technic sets have never been designed for use outdoors, even when they have been very misleadingly advertised as such (9398 anyone?). I even like the looks, apart from the lack of a flatbed. But even I would say it looks unrefined and I wouldn't be surprised to find out there was a bigger compromise in this set than other recent flagships, as per the comments made by @nerdsforprez regarding the price/weight ratio.

Edited July 16, 2017 by Jay Psi