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In Catalog, SezaR writes:

In Catalog, iprice writes:

Is there a difference between Lego Technic battery boxes - 8881-1 and 59510c01?

https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?P=59510c01&C=86#T=C&C=86

https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?S=8881-1&name=Power%20Functions%20Battery%20Box&category=%5BPower%20Functions%5D#T=S&O={%22ss%22:%22UK%22,%22rpp%22:%22200%22,%22iconly%22:0}

The images look like they were photographed from different sides, but appear
to be the same.

Are there any physical differences?

This

8881-1 (Inv) Power Functions Battery Box
1 Part, 2008
Sets: Power Functions

is a set (not an item) consisting of the item

59510c01 (Inv) Electric 9V Battery Box 4 x 11 x 7 PF with Orange Switch and Dark Bluish Gray Covers
Parts: Electric, Battery Box

Indeed, 8881-1 is like a service pack. See the second photo.

I have compared the photos. To me they appear physically identical; I just wanted
to know if they were in effect the same - whether a "set" (of one item?) or a
component (one item) in a set!

I don't get the whole service pack thing. :/

Author:

SezaR

Posted:

May 14, 2019 23:54

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Re: Technic battery boxes

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In Catalog, iprice writes:

This

8881-1 (Inv) Power Functions Battery Box
1 Part, 2008
Sets: Power Functions

is a set (not an item) consisting of the item

59510c01 (Inv) Electric 9V Battery Box 4 x 11 x 7 PF with Orange Switch and Dark Bluish Gray Covers
Parts: Electric, Battery Box

Indeed, 8881-1 is like a service pack. See the second photo.

Author:

iprice

Posted:

May 14, 2019 23:11

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Technic battery boxes

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Author:

1974

Posted:

May 14, 2019 13:37

Subject:

Re: Does part 6057 (Short Rigging) need a variant

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Same thing with the large brown riggings

In Catalog, TorontoLego writes:

The four black ones and one brown one are about a plates width shorter. I can't
be the first one to notice this!

Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

May 13, 2019 14:12

Subject:

Re: Does part 6057 (Short Rigging) need a variant

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In Catalog, TorontoLego writes:

I don't know.

Do you have black ones and brown ones? Can you check to see if this holds true
for at least all the black ones?

Nope. I have none. Dark Ages.

If the sets that use them are using them differently, — that is, if they aren’t
substitutable —, the variant would really be necessary. It wouldn’t be the first
time TLG thought better about making a part “in System,” like

4081 Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Light Attachment (Undetermined Type)
Parts: Plate, Modified
Marked for Deletion

4623 Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Parts: Plate, Modified

I wanted to look at the building instructions to look for a mathematical necessity
for the change, but there are some 14 sets that use them, so knowing from which
sets they came from would have narrowed the search.

On the other hand, another possibility simply is that some are not LEGO

Author:

TorontoLego

Posted:

May 13, 2019 13:38

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Re: Does part 6057 (Short Rigging) need a variant

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I don't know.

Do you have black ones and brown ones? Can you check to see if this holds true
for at least all the black ones?

In Catalog, SylvainLS writes:

6057 Boat, Mast Rigging Short 16 x 5
Parts: Boat

In Catalog, TorontoLego writes:

The four black ones and one brown one are about a plates width shorter. I can't
be the first one to notice this!

Do you know which sets they come from?

It would be interesting to check if something changed in their uses, mathematically
speaking.

Author:

Agcomptech

Posted:

May 13, 2019 12:44

Subject:

Re: Please approve LEGO DC 30623: Shazam! Polybag

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In Catalog, rapar writes:

Hello,

Can you please approve LEGO DC Super Heroes: 30623 Shazam Polybag? I have
some in my hands. This polybag can already be purchased in Poland.

If you need more information please let me know.

Thank you!

I didn't order this not do I want it.

Author:

Admin_Russell

Posted:

May 13, 2019 11:55

Subject:

Re: Please approve LEGO DC 30623: Shazam! Polybag

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In Catalog, rapar writes:

30623-1 (Inv) SHAZAM! polybag
1 Minifigure, 2019
Sets: Super Heroes: Super Heroes Other

Author:

axaday

Posted:

May 13, 2019 10:52

Subject:

Re: Please approve LEGO DC 30623: Shazam! Polybag

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In Catalog Requests, rapar writes:

You type very well with polybags in your hands.

I didn't realize this was coming. It means I'm gonna need a Flynn Rider
now too.

Author:

rapar

Posted:

May 13, 2019 10:45

Subject:

Please approve LEGO DC 30623: Shazam! Polybag

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Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

May 13, 2019 07:26

Subject:

Re: Does part 6057 (Short Rigging) need a variant

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6057 Boat, Mast Rigging Short 16 x 5
Parts: Boat

In Catalog, TorontoLego writes:

The four black ones and one brown one are about a plates width shorter. I can't
be the first one to notice this!

Do you know which sets they come from?

It would be interesting to check if something changed in their uses, mathematically
speaking.

Author:

TorontoLego

Posted:

May 13, 2019 04:37

Subject:

Does part 6057 (Short Rigging) need a variant

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The four black ones and one brown one are about a plates width shorter. I can't
be the first one to notice this!

Author:

joesecc

Posted:

May 12, 2019 19:19

Subject:

Re: Power functions - Hub

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In Catalog, randyf writes:

In Catalog, joesecc writes:

Hi,
What are the differences between the Power function Hubs: 88009 and bb892c01?
Externally they look the same.

None. It is just the classification system used on BrickLink.

88009-1 (Inv) Hub
1 Part, 2019
Sets: Power Functions: Powered Up

is a set sold by LEGO containing one part
[p=bb892c01]

Cheers,
Randy

Thanks. That clears things up as to why there there are two entries for the same
item.

Author:

randyf

Posted:

May 12, 2019 11:40

Subject:

Re: Power functions - Hub

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In Catalog, joesecc writes:

Hi,
What are the differences between the Power function Hubs: 88009 and bb892c01?
Externally they look the same.

None. It is just the classification system used on BrickLink.

88009-1 (Inv) Hub
1 Part, 2019
Sets: Power Functions: Powered Up

is a set sold by LEGO containing one part
[p=bb892c01]

Cheers,
Randy

Author:

dluders

Posted:

May 12, 2019 10:49

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Re: Power functions - Hub

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There is no difference in the actual parts. In its catalog, Bricklink has an
entry for both the Lego Element ID Number 88009 (stamped onto the part), and
another number, for Power Functions elements. You'll see that there are
more "For Sale" items in the Bricklink bb892c01 catalog entry https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?P=bb892c01#T=S&C=1&O={"color":1,"iconly":0}
than there are for the 88009 entry https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?S=88009-1#T=S&O={"iconly":0}
. Shop for the best price and availability.

Author:

joesecc

Posted:

May 12, 2019 08:12

Subject:

Power functions - Hub

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Hi,
What are the differences between the Power function Hubs: 88009 and bb892c01?
Externally they look the same.

Author:

DeLuca

Posted:

May 11, 2019 19:21

Subject:

Re: Iron Man Mark 43 Issue

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In Catalog, axaday writes:

Minifig No: sh498 Name: Iron Man - Mark 43 Armor, Trans-Clear Head

sh498 (Inv) Iron Man - Mark 43 Armor, Trans-Clear Head
Minifigures: Super Heroes: Avengers Age of Ultron

Looking at the suits side-by-side, (sh498) is definitely the Mark 43. Since the
"cables" are in the same places that plates are, on (sh167), they likely represent
the skeletal inner layer of the suit, visible before the outer pieces are added.
It is an odd design choice, however, as the Mark 43 is never shown in
such a state.

Author:

avyz66

Posted:

May 11, 2019 08:54

Subject:

Re: Star Wars MiniFigs

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In Catalog, grimsbricksuk writes:

I can issue you with an excel file which details all star wars minifigs & sets,
including variants and also average guide prices.
Please send me a message with your email & I’ll forward it over to you.
Thanks Graeme.

In Catalog, avyz66 writes:

Not sure if this is in the correct area to post. I am wanting to start and complete
a Star Wars MiniFig collection. I am looking for a list with variants included
to help me with this. Any push in the right direction is appreciated.

Just want to thank everyone for the replies and the help. Hope one day I can
return the favor to this community.

Author:

grimsbricksuk

Posted:

May 11, 2019 03:22

Subject:

Re: Star Wars MiniFigs

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Author:

sandpitcam

Posted:

May 10, 2019 23:15

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Re: Star Wars MiniFigs

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In Catalog, avyz66 writes:

My 10 cents is dont. But if you insist, I am about 900 figs into the approx 1090
figs and variants, it has been about 6 or 7 years worth of work and I estimate
5 to 6000 US Dollars so far. I suggest that you break it down into small batches,
and start a want list and go from there.

You will find that being SW attracts a premium, even common figs get expensive,
there are more than a few figs that will cost you $100 plus each up to $400 or
500 for a cloud city Boba fett. Add in some of the Rare older ones and you have
to search the BL catalogue regularly to find the bargains. I guesstimate that
the average per fig is $10 to 15 each - as new.

Good luck and many grey hairs to you on your quest mate.

Regards

Cameron

Author:

M_R

Posted:

May 10, 2019 16:39

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Re: Star Wars MiniFigs

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In Inventories, avyz66 writes:

Here´s a list:
https://www.bricklink.com/catalogList.asp?catType=M&catString=65&itemBrand=1000

Author:

randyf

Posted:

May 10, 2019 15:58

Subject:

Re: Star Wars MiniFigs

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https://www.bricklink.com/catalogListOld.asp?pg=1&catString=65&itemBrand=1000&catType=M&v=2

In Searching, avyz66 writes:

Author:

axaday

Posted:

May 10, 2019 15:45

Subject:

Iron Man Mark 43 Issue

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Minifig No: sh167 Name: Iron Man - Mark 43 Armor

sh167 (Inv) Iron Man - Mark 43 Armor
Minifigures: Super Heroes: Avengers Age of Ultron

and

sh498 (Inv) Iron Man - Mark 43 Armor, Trans-Clear Head
Minifigures: Super Heroes: Avengers Age of Ultron

are both named Mark 43 in the catalog and though they
are very similar, they are distinguishable and I fear there may be an error.
But maybe not?

sh167 (Inv) Iron Man - Mark 43 Armor
Minifigures: Super Heroes: Avengers Age of Ultron

came in 3 Age of Ultron sets and was originally named "Iron Man MK43".
Tony did use Mark 43 in that movie. And you can recognize design elements from
it in the minifig. All 3 of the scenes depicted in the Lego sets were when Tony
was wearing 43 in the movie. In short, this seems like a closed case.

sh498 (Inv) Iron Man - Mark 43 Armor, Trans-Clear Head
Minifigures: Super Heroes: Avengers Age of Ultron

came out last year, retroactively an Age of Ultron set. It is very
similar to sh167. There is a slight deco change to the legs that reflects nothing
on Mark 33. There is a larger change to the upper torso with a large gray panels
with silver cables. This also doesn't depict anything in the Mark 33 Armor
or the Mark 34 used late in the movie. I don't readily find an MCU Armor
with that design element. What's worse (and embarrassing) is that this minifig
was originally named "Iron Man (76105)". It was me that changed it to "Iron
Man Mk 43 (Trans-Clear Head)" and then to "Iron Man Mark 43 Armor (Trans-Clear
Head)" and I have no recollection of what information I was going on. Maybe
the instructions or box say so? I haven't seen the movie since it came out.
Does this perhaps depict damage that Hulk did to the Armor?

Author:

SasquatchBricks

Posted:

May 10, 2019 15:31

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Re: Star Wars MiniFigs

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In Inventories, avyz66 writes:

Put a want list together and it should bring up the stores that have the most
in one place, you will be ordering from multiple stores as Star Wars is your
biggest single category for figs

Author:

avyz66

Posted:

May 10, 2019 15:29

Subject:

Star Wars MiniFigs

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Author:

avyz66

Posted:

May 10, 2019 14:52

Subject:

Star Wars MiniFigs

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Author:

Hygrotus

Posted:

May 10, 2019 03:11

Subject:

Re: Mystery part

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In Catalog, FreeStorm writes:

In Catalog, Hygrotus writes:

I have pending approval something like this
[p=Unknown]

Did anybody see something like this? Anybody knows anything about it?

As others, I don't know from where this part is.
But I did some researches too.

It can come from Gear sets for example:
The "red point" of

4285303 Clock Set, BIONICLE Toa Hordika
Gear: Clock: BIONICLE

Others unlucky ideas:
[g=64776]

4616ac01 (Inv) Fabuland Airplane Motor / Engine Block, Small Pin Hole with Pin and Yellow Propeller
Parts: Fabuland

This part look small to be an axle, maybe it's used to close a '+'
hole.
for example

32064 Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole
Parts: Technic, Brick

Thanks for the effort. I also thought that it could be a button from some LEGO
clock or watch. But as I see those buttons don't have LEGO name molded there.

Author:

Hygrotus

Posted:

May 10, 2019 03:08

Subject:

Re: Mystery part

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In Catalog, JusTiCe8 writes:

As others, never see that before, still the shape and the notch in an axle shape
suggest to me it could be part of some NXT/Mindstorm sensor end, toggle switch,
a toggle for a light brick or toggle/release switch of a windup motor.

I have checked all this kind of parts known in BL without any luck, my closest
match is the button on the left side of the Code Pilot (but the red button does
not have Lego logo on it)

32021c01 (Inv) Code Pilot
Parts: Electric, Programmable

Last guess: kind of pin to keep Technic parts with axle hole together/in place,
especially flat liftarms like 11478, in place or a wheel decoration.

Good opportunity to make a forum challenge, this could become the quest for the
mythical "pièce de résistance"

.

In Catalog, Hygrotus writes:

I have pending approval something like this
[p=Unknown]

Did anybody see something like this? Anybody knows anything about it?

Thanks for the effort, I appreciate that. Quite a challabge with this part there
is

Author:

FreeStorm

Posted:

May 9, 2019 09:29

Subject:

Re: Mystery part

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In Catalog, Hygrotus writes:

I have pending approval something like this
[p=Unknown]

Did anybody see something like this? Anybody knows anything about it?

As others, I don't know from where this part is.
But I did some researches too.

It can come from Gear sets for example:
The "red point" of

4285303 Clock Set, BIONICLE Toa Hordika
Gear: Clock: BIONICLE

Others unlucky ideas:
[g=64776]

4616ac01 (Inv) Fabuland Airplane Motor / Engine Block, Small Pin Hole with Pin and Yellow Propeller
Parts: Fabuland

This part look small to be an axle, maybe it's used to close a '+'
hole.
for example

32064 Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole
Parts: Technic, Brick

Author:

JusTiCe8

Posted:

May 9, 2019 08:45

Subject:

Re: Mystery part

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32021c01 (Inv) Code Pilot
Parts: Electric, Programmable

.

In Catalog, Hygrotus writes:

I have pending approval something like this
[p=Unknown]

Did anybody see something like this? Anybody knows anything about it?

Author:

palenjo

Posted:

May 8, 2019 17:40

Subject:

3009p01

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Hi!
I would just like to know if the entry 3009p01 encompasses entry 3009p01e (embossed
print), since there is no separate entry 3009p01s with surface print (or whatever
part id the part with surface print would receive)?

Johan

Author:

paolocolombo

Posted:

May 8, 2019 15:32

Subject:

Re: Set 71040 Disney castle

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A very big thanks to both for the fast and comprehensive answer!
with regard
Paul

Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

May 8, 2019 15:27

Subject:

Re: Set 71040 Disney castle

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In Catalog, paolocolombo writes:

Goodmorning everyone!
Set 71040: are there 2 versions? I noticed that the front box "type 1" under
the word "16+" has:
- the number of pieces
- the word "building toy"
- has 7 minifig.
The front box type 2 does NOT have the number of pieces and does not have the
word "building toy"; has 5 minifig.
Are there any fakes?
Also on the small side where there are minifigs in the type 2 box there are no
small writings.
Thanks as always for the info.

71040-1 (Inv) Disney Castle
4043 Parts, 7 Minifigures, 2016
Sets: Disney

71040-1 Disney Castle
Original Boxes: Disney

Maybe just a US / EU difference on the boxes: number of parts is an obligation
in the USA, it’s rarely on EU boxes.

For the minifigures, 5 are Disney characters, 2 are statues. They just decided
the statues weren’t real minifigures after all.

There might be other differences in the production runs: newer variants, different
extra parts….

At least, for now, no one has come and said the inventory was wrong

Author:

starbeanie

Posted:

May 8, 2019 15:25

Subject:

Re: Set 71040 Disney castle

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European version.

In Catalog, paolocolombo writes:

In Catalog, starbeanie writes:

Pictures?

In Catalog, paolocolombo writes:

Author:

paolocolombo

Posted:

May 8, 2019 14:56

Subject:

Re: Set 71040 Disney castle

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In Catalog, starbeanie writes:

Pictures?

In Catalog, paolocolombo writes:

Author:

starbeanie

Posted:

May 8, 2019 14:05

Subject:

Re: Set 71040 Disney castle

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Pictures?

In Catalog, paolocolombo writes:

Author:

paolocolombo

Posted:

May 8, 2019 13:39

Subject:

Set 71040 Disney castle

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Author:

crazylegoman

Posted:

May 8, 2019 10:41

Subject:

Re: Mystery part

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I have no idea what it's from, but I do find it very interesting. The non-stud
end looks like it's the same as a notched 2L axle, which means that there
are all kinds of places that it could securely fit as either a decorative or
functional piece.

David

Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

May 8, 2019 06:38

Subject:

Re: Mystery part

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In Catalog, Hygrotus writes:

I have pending approval something like this
[p=Unknown]

Did anybody see something like this? Anybody knows anything about it?

Some kind of button?

Author:

Hygrotus

Posted:

May 8, 2019 05:38

Subject:

Mystery part

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I have pending approval something like this
[p=Unknown]

Did anybody see something like this? Anybody knows anything about it?

Author:

JusTiCe8

Posted:

May 6, 2019 06:51

Subject:

Re: Looking for an item

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I would like to see them as set in the catalog too. I don't see why inventory
could be an issue, as a note could state something like "inventory is not garanteed
100% accurate but confirmed by x members."

+ a little form with confirm this inventory/add remarks
it would need a given minimum confirmations to be accepted as ok.

The need is mostly to buy the right parts in right colour to be able to build
the set when we can't get it in store for any reason.

By the way, I have add this cute micro Systar in the Studio gallery a while back
using pictures from a german website but cannot be sure of the exact colour used,
even it's not such a big deal to use a dark pink plate instead of a magenta
one for instance (unless price of one part in one rare coulour is very high,
which is not the case here).

In Catalog, Hygrotus writes:

It is on the roadmap under number 20 here
https://www.bricklink.com/help.asp?helpID=2476

"Add Sets Members Want - A project to discuss and possibly add pickable models, in-store builds, and other similar sets to the catalog. This is a relatively minor project which is essentially just a policy change. It has been added to the roadmap so that members ?know we may be open to the possibility of adding these sets in the future and so that we don't forget about doing this.
Date first added: 12/06/2018
Suggested by: Many members"

So we consider possibility to allow them in the catalog as sets. But not for
now. When this project will come alive in future we will start considering all
possiblities.

(My private opinion is that I would like to see them as sets)

But there could be some problem with iventories for them for example as they
never came sealed just loose parts to build in store.

Author:

Hygrotus

Posted:

May 5, 2019 13:47

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Re: Looking for an item

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In Catalog, jenso writes:

Hi Hygrotus,

Interesting considering that the Monthly Mini Model Build Sets do get accepted
(e.g.

40241-1 (Inv) Monthly Mini Model Build Set - 2017 03 March, Platypus polybag
36 Parts, 2017
Sets: LEGO Brand: LEGO Brand Store: Monthly Model

). These can also only be built in stores and at least here in Germany
they are not given out in sealed bags and instructions can also only be viewed
in the store as well. So I agree with you that I would like to see these get
listed. For the Tantive IV, I uploaded a picture of the instructions which I
photographed with my cell phone in the store.

Jens

Interesting, so Germany is an exception as in other countries those Monthly Mini
Model Build Sets are distibuted in polybag from 2012. Check this article https://brickset.com/article/2243/brand-store-monthly-mini-model-build-now-in-polybags
See the attached photos of this certain example set.

That is why those from 2012 and later are in the catalog as sets. And those older
ones are still as instruction in gear category only
https://www.bricklink.com/catalogListOld.asp?catID=745&catXrefLevel=0&catType=G&q=Monthly+Mini+Model+Build&catLike=W&itemBrand=1000

Of course previous catmins accepted some in store build as sets but they are
still exception. So we have some precedences (Like those three Brickheadz). But
still policy that they goes as instruction to gear category till we run this
certain project from road map.

Author:

jenso

Posted:

May 5, 2019 13:21

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Re: Looking for an item

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Hi Hygrotus,

Interesting considering that the Monthly Mini Model Build Sets do get accepted
(e.g. 40241-1). These can also only be built in stores and at least here in Germany
they are not given out in sealed bags and instructions can also only be viewed
in the store as well. So I agree with you that I would like to see these get
listed. For the Tantive IV, I uploaded a picture of the instructions which I
photographed with my cell phone in the store.

Jens

Author:

Hygrotus

Posted:

May 5, 2019 13:12

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Re: Looking for an item

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In Catalog, jenso writes:

Hi! Anybody know where I can find the corresponding set entry for these instructions:
https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?G=MayhemStarship&name=LEGO%20Brand%20Store%20Exclusive%20Build%20Instructions:%20Sweet%20Mayhem%27s%20Systar%20Starship!&category=%5BBuilding%20Event%20Instructions%5D%5BLEGO%20Brand%20Store%5D%5BThe%20LEGO%20Movie%202%5D#T=S&O={%22iconly%22:0}.

It should like the one in the attached picture.

Thanks!

Jens

Currently we do not accept entries for "in store builds" in the catalog. They
are added as instructions only to gear category here
https://www.bricklink.com/catalogListOld.asp?catType=G&catString=745

It is on the roadmap under number 20 here
https://www.bricklink.com/help.asp?helpID=2476

none-1 Toys "R" Us Exclusive: The Joker Mini Mech Bot
2013
Sets: DC Super Heroes: Batman II: Mini
Pending Approval

Author:

jenso

Posted:

May 5, 2019 13:00

Subject:

Looking for an item

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Author:

normann1974

Posted:

May 5, 2019 10:15

Subject:

Re: Vintage version of 4175?

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I do agree that vintage ones look different and seem to be of a different plastic.

Does that warrant a note on the part? They look quite odd compared to each other,
and some might think that they are unoriginal despite the LEGO logo.

/Jan

Author:

Adjour

Posted:

May 4, 2019 15:45

Subject:

Re: Vintage version of 4175?

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In Catalog, normann1974 writes:

When sorting my parts

4175 Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
Parts: Ladder

I've noticed some blue and black versions that look different. The shade
of blue is a bit greenish (image may not show this clearly) and the shade of
blue is a bit greyish. They are easily identifiable by their color variation
but they can also be identified by some whitening/fraying along the edges. I
believe they're made from a softer plastic than usual. Are these vintage
or from certain special sets?

/Jan

I do agree that vintage ones look different and seem to be of a different plastic.

I have never found a modern one broken either.

Author:

WhiteVanMan

Posted:

May 4, 2019 15:34

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Re: Vintage version of 4175?

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In Catalog, normann1974 writes:

When sorting my parts

4175 Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
Parts: Ladder

Honestly?

I wouldn't be surprised if this is indeed the case, as I have seen differences
in 2x2 inverted slopes, especially with Blue, and LEGO has experimented with
various 'compositions' of the plastic over the years, and I have often
seen texture differences with 1x plates, as well as various Trans colours, as
there are documented differences over the years of some of them being quite distinctly
different, but LEGO doesn't distinguish between them, for example, Trans
Orange comes to mind, and I 've seen Trans Light Blue come into play as well.

You can always list them separately, and I've done this myself.

Paul

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

May 4, 2019 13:59

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Weight differences in plates.

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I have a potential buyer for a 6x14 plate, a red one.
This red plate is an old one and weighs 12,1 grams while the Bricklinkcatalog
mentions 11 grams.

I checked it with a new lbg 6x14 plate and this plate weighs 11 grams.

So quite some difference with about 10%.

Is this normal for older versions?

https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?P=3456&name=Plate%206%20x%2014&category=%5BPlate%5D#T=C

Author:

dadebrick

Posted:

May 4, 2019 11:54

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Re: Part identification 3229a ; 3230a

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