D3K Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 1x Slightly off topic, but if that part is used for it's intended function, coupling a motor with an LA, then I made a substitute out of easily available parts. LDD model here Quote
jorgeopesi Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 Can I see a normal video of the machine where all functions work together?, in mine I needed 2 big L.A. to lift the second arm and the bucket and I saw you only need 1, thank you. Quote
sheo Posted February 12, 2014 Author Posted February 12, 2014 Slightly off topic, but if that part is used for it's intended function, coupling a motor with an LA, then I made a substitute out of easily available parts. Of course it's not, what's the fun in using parts for their intended functions? It's used in the following assembly: Despite its rarity, I've chosen that part as it fits nicely in this assembly. However, you are welcome to suggest any modifications either now or later in your own builds! By the way, your workaround is very helpful, thank you! Can I see a normal video of the machine where all functions work together?, in mine I needed 2 big L.A. to lift the second arm and the bucket and I saw you only need 1, thank you. I'm very sorry, I'll make a video as soon as I get a camera. And yes, I used only 1 big LA for bending the boom. It's easier for me as my machine doesn't need to dig rice. By the way, I've found that an old type LA works better for this solely function because it doesn't bend itself. Quote
jorgeopesi Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 And yes, I used only 1 big LA for bending the boom. It's easier for me as my machine doesn't need to dig rice. , I will put it on the machinery collection thread. Quote
ZeldaTheSwordsman Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Look out! It's a Decepticon! Ahem. This is a very excellently made model, the kind that makes me look at my available parts and busted MicroScout and cry. You've done a bang-up job, making such a beautifully-detailed, minifig-scale, motorized excavator. Quote
ritztoys Posted February 13, 2014 Posted February 13, 2014 My oh my, sheo you are an brilliant designer. :thumbup: The BI that you have released are just amazing, the density of the parts used to get the shape or function you need, it humbles me greatly with the skills you have. The combination of pieces and at different angles, just leaves my mouth wide open. I am acquiring a few of the unique parts through BL, but have almost everything else from my parts to build these boom sections. I'm looking forward to the main body and the track base, keep up this terrific work. Quote
Teo LEGO Technic Posted February 14, 2014 Posted February 14, 2014 That must be the very best Technic excavator ever! Can't wait for a video! Quote
Bipin Posted February 16, 2014 Posted February 16, 2014 (edited) Excellent work! The perfect fusion of Technic functionality and minifigure scale form. Edited February 16, 2014 by Bipin Quote
Jullian_pdx Posted February 22, 2014 Posted February 22, 2014 This is pretty amazing model. You can tell a lot of time went into the design and build. Quote
ritztoys Posted March 10, 2014 Posted March 10, 2014 Sheo as you can see I've finished your digging arm and used it in my display at Brickworld Indy this past weekend. I mounted it as a load on 2LegoOrNot2Legos' first truck and trailer. Now I need your BI and parts list to finish this great creation of yours. I will display this machine at a future Brickworld Show, thanks for sharing this. :thumbup: Future builder up close.............. Quote
sheo Posted March 12, 2014 Author Posted March 12, 2014 Sheo as you can see I've finished your digging arm and used it in my display at Brickworld Indy this past weekend. I mounted it as a load on 2LegoOrNot2Legos' first truck and trailer. Now I need your BI and parts list to finish this great creation of yours. I will display this machine at a future Brickworld Show, thanks for sharing this. :thumbup: Future builder up close.............. Thank you! I was very excited to see photos of the boom you've built, especially because of its coloring that is slightly different than in my own model. I changed it for the instructions but I'm not able to change it in my model as I need to disassemble most of the superstructure to dismount the arm. However, in my opinion, the final coloring scheme is better. And what do you think about it? I am very sorry for the delay with the instructions. The reason is that I finally received missing parts for another large MOC, and I could not refrain from starting building it. :) As soon as it's finished, I will continue with the instructions for the excavator. Quote
Theo van Vroenhoven Posted March 12, 2014 Posted March 12, 2014 However, in my opinion, the final coloring scheme is better. And what do you think about it? You made me curious! What is the final coloring scheme? I really liked the LBG combined with Red! Quote
sheo Posted March 12, 2014 Author Posted March 12, 2014 You made me curious! What is the final coloring scheme? I really liked the LBG combined with Red! I meant this one: You can also see it on the photos provided by ritztoys. Quote
ritztoys Posted March 12, 2014 Posted March 12, 2014 Thank you! I was very excited to see photos of the boom you've built, especially because of its coloring that is slightly different than in my own model. I changed it for the instructions but I'm not able to change it in my model as I need to disassemble most of the superstructure to dismount the arm. However, in my opinion, the final coloring scheme is better. And what do you think about it? I am very sorry for the delay with the instructions. The reason is that I finally received missing parts for another large MOC, and I could not refrain from starting building it. :) As soon as it's finished, I will continue with the instructions for the excavator. What a fantastic build, I look sooo forward to the rest of this great model and how you're going to show more of your amazing skills in making this creation. Besides the out side looking so good, the inside of this boom is quite packed, no room left over for anything! Yes, I really like the color scheme, good pick for this type of machinery, which is usually very boring or dull in real life. Please, no apologies are needed, we're all Lego builders and always ready to start another creation, especially when new parts that were needed are delivered in the post. I had a friend at the show that immediately recognized the boom and the machinery that it is attached too, his company has one in their rock quarry, Take your time on those ' instructions ' , I'm very happy to wait as I have way too much Lt Gray in my inventory, waiting for this. My only issue was I didn't have the correct software ( I think ) to easily figure out the parts list, as you can see I succeeded, however I wrote the part #, its' quantity and color out on paper ' longhand '. I didn't want to miss a single part. Quote
ritztoys Posted March 13, 2014 Posted March 13, 2014 (edited) Thank you! I was very excited to see photos of the boom you've built, especially because of its coloring that is slightly different than in my own model. I changed it for the instructions but I'm not able to change it in my model as I need to disassemble most of the superstructure to dismount the arm. However, in my opinion, the final coloring scheme is better. And what do you think about it? I am very sorry for the delay with the instructions. The reason is that I finally received missing parts for another large MOC, and I could not refrain from starting building it. :) As soon as it's finished, I will continue with the instructions for the excavator. Sorry a little off topic, but now you've gone and done it. I have to invest in a Lego Train to go with this beautiful Train Station, which I might have to build. Excellent work........a gorgeous model. :thumbup: Will you furnish BI for this new creation? Edited March 13, 2014 by ritztoys Quote
Jullian_pdx Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 (edited) Really looking forward to building this model. Now someone needs to come up with a model of a 400 ton dump truck to go along with this. Edited March 26, 2014 by Jullian_pdx Quote
Alasdair Ryan Posted March 25, 2014 Posted March 25, 2014 (edited) Really looking forward to building this model. Now someone needs to come up with a model of a 400 yon frump truck to go along with this. Frump truck.... Edited March 25, 2014 by Alasdair Ryan Quote
Jullian_pdx Posted April 18, 2014 Posted April 18, 2014 Any updates on finishing the instructions for this model? Quote
sheo Posted June 15, 2014 Author Posted June 15, 2014 Instructions for the superstructure are almost done - just a few corrections left. Quote
jantjeuh Posted June 15, 2014 Posted June 15, 2014 Good to hear! Looking forward to building it :) Quote
technicfan Posted June 17, 2014 Posted June 17, 2014 WOW this thing is amazing, can't wait for the instructions to build it. Quote
sheo Posted June 26, 2014 Author Posted June 26, 2014 (edited) Current progress with building instructions: Boom - Instructions; Parts list (CSV); Model (LDD) Superstructure - Instructions; Parts list (CSV); Model (LDD) Base Corrections and suggestions are welcome! Edited June 26, 2014 by sheo Quote
legolijntje Posted June 27, 2014 Posted June 27, 2014 Your instructions look really nice and very clear But, the amount of pages is enormous Thanks for your work and I think a lot of people would love to build this very original machine. Btw, I can no proceed my LDraw version, I already made the boom when you released the earlier preview Quote
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