'Reverse' Bricklinking

[DrJB]

Suppose I want to buy most parts to build the 8466 off-roader. The normal way would be to build a list of parts, upload it to bricklink and then search for vendors.

Now, rather than entering all of the 1000+ parts, suppose I have the 4 PP wheels+tires + some suspension parts, and all I want is everything else.

Question is: Can I start with a full inventory, remove parts I already have, then submit the remaining parts to e.g. Brickficiency?

If so, anyone can give some step-by-step details?

[EV3Noob]

1. Find your set at rebrickable.com

2. Use the "Import/Export options" drop-down list. Or simply use the "Add to your Bricklink Wanted List" link below the vendors list.

[Theo van Vroenhoven]

I would suggest to use BrickStore

http://www.brickforg...are/brickstore/

Import BrickLink Set Inventory for 8466 and remove the parts you already own.

Then export the remainder to a new BL wanted list.

It is more or less self explanatory ;-)

Edited May 7, 2014 by Theo van Vroenhoven

[beartrapper]

This is also something I've wanted to know, thanks for the suggestions!

[Rockbrick]

actually there seems to be more 8466 on ebay than ever at the moment and probably cheaper than buying the parts (used for used equivalent, new parts is a different story)

[DrJB]

Thank you guys ... as for 8466, it was just an example (and I do have one) ... I have few other sets in mind though.

[S.I]

I think you can do this directly on bricklink, convert a set's inventory into a new wanted list and remove what you have.

[nychase]

I also highly recommend brickstore. I couldn't live without it. Once you get the hang of it you will realize how quickly you can manipulate anything to your liking....except prices of course.

[Paul B Technic]

Thanks for all the information in this thread, it has given me some ideas.