Redisplay Messages: Compact | Brief | All | Full Show Messages: All | Without Replies| Author: | popsicle  | | Posted: | Nov 22, 2021 14:26 | | Subject: | Re: "Technical Problem" - No Checkout possible! | | Viewed: | 94 times | | Topic: | Technical Issues | |
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| In Technical Issues, Toemmes writes:
| | Hello everyone,
I'm trying to check out an order since yesterday evening (MESZ, GMT+1, Germany).
I always get the message "Technical Problem". I've shut off my add-blocker,
i've deleted the whole card and tried again - no effect at all!
Does anybody know this and have a hint for me?
Thx a lot!
Thomas
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Have a gander, Thomas: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1315035
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 22, 2021 12:14 | | Subject: | Re: Lost packages: is this coincidence or... ??? | | Viewed: | 89 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, Leftoverbricks writes:
| | Over the past four months (July-October) I placed 48 orders from which 10 outside
my own country. From those 10 orders, 2 orders were lost in the mail. That is
20% of orders lost!
Both had tracking, both last scans were somewhere at the customs in Amsterdam,
then nothing after that.
One was from Thailand, the other one from Germany (which shouldn't have make
it to the customs anyway since Germany is EU).
The sellers and I did everything possible so far to connect with the shipping
companies and Postnl, but to no avail. (I like to emphasize that I had no problems
with the sellers involved in the transactions, they were great!)
Packages get lost every time but 20% as in my case is exceptional.
It's getting stranger however.
Both orders were for VERY VERY VERY rare parts. Parts that seldom appear in a
shop because they were only in one set.
To prove this I include two screenshots from the price guide which show the rareness
of the parts I've ordered. The blue dot is me. As you can see the parts are
indeed very rare and pricey. None of the two are available in any shop in the
world.
I'm not paranoid (at least I hope I'm not) but the very coincidence of
ordering two very rare parts on BL that both were lost at Amsterdam customs makes
me think that there's more going on here.
Martin
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For efficacious answers/opinions, more frame of reference would be great, i.e.
specific timelines? Unless what you're really asking is to be psychoanalyze
But no, you’re not overly paranoid. That’s how our mind fundamentally processes
thought. How we reason through concepts such as the "coincidence" which is especially
difficult for our minds to accept.
That you posted about it shows that much, imho.
really enjoy your posts, btw.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 22, 2021 10:36 | | Subject: | Re: Orders not going through???? | | Viewed: | 78 times | | Topic: | Announce | |
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| In Announce, George_Lucy writes:
| | Trying to buy but keep getting technical error warning not sure what is going on.
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Got the same yesterday with a few attempts to spread funds around.
Which in retrospect is unfortunate for the selling-members I was to bolster,
though just as well for me.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 21, 2021 22:15 | | Subject: | Re: Just curious... | | Viewed: | 49 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| In Catalog, popsicle writes:
| | In Catalog, crazylegoman writes:
| | In Catalog, popsicle writes:
| | I'm contemplating the listing of our older stock. Considering the volume,
I'm delving back into BL SW catalog some, digging around. Doing so, I've
stumbled across what seems to be a few anomalies, or not? Just don't know
anymore 
For example: why was the Star Wars #1 (Sith Minifigure Pack) of all of the Star
Wars Minifigure Packs of that year (#1 thru #4) assigned the non-specific, generic
subcategory that is Star Wars Other?
I’m sure there’s an obvious and valid reason that just eludes me right now, as
per usual
Thanks in advance
-popsicle
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It's because that MF pack is the only one where the MF's span different
movies. The other packs have sets of 3 who appear in the same movie.
David
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Thanks, David.
That doesn't quite jive, though. If it's movie assignments for the cataloging,
two of the sets are assigned to the subcategory Star Wars Episode 4/5/6
https://www.bricklink.com/catalogList.asp?catType=S&catString=65.258
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Okay, I think I understand the logic now. Thanks.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 21, 2021 21:43 | | Subject: | Re: Just curious... | | Viewed: | 61 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| In Catalog, crazylegoman writes:
| | In Catalog, popsicle writes:
| | I'm contemplating the listing of our older stock. Considering the volume,
I'm delving back into BL SW catalog some, digging around. Doing so, I've
stumbled across what seems to be a few anomalies, or not? Just don't know
anymore
For example: why was the Star Wars #1 (Sith Minifigure Pack) of all of the Star
Wars Minifigure Packs of that year (#1 thru #4) assigned the non-specific, generic
subcategory that is Star Wars Other?
I’m sure there’s an obvious and valid reason that just eludes me right now, as
per usual
Thanks in advance
-popsicle
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It's because that MF pack is the only one where the MF's span different
movies. The other packs have sets of 3 who appear in the same movie.
David
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Thanks, David.
That doesn't quite jive, though. If it's movie assignments for the cataloging,
two of the sets are assigned to the subcategory Star Wars Episode 4/5/6
https://www.bricklink.com/catalogList.asp?catType=S&catString=65.258
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 21, 2021 10:50 | | Subject: | Re: Profile, nickname | | Viewed: | 62 times | | Topic: | Technical Issues | |
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| In Technical Issues, sonntagskindlei writes:
| | Hello! Connected logical bugs:
- When registering for a new account, the length of the user name isn't limited,
in my case I entered sonntagskindlein
- Later, in my profile I saw it has been truncated to sonntagskindlei, which
is 15 letters (???) and it wouldn't let me add the "n" again, so I wanted
to change it to the next shorter version sonntagskind, but didn't enter my
password, so the system refused the change
- After I typed the shorter name again plus entered my password, it refused the
change again saying I could only change the name once in 30 days.
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That is something that needs addressing, imho. The truncated name is not what
you applied for and should be perceived as a failed application or unsuccessful
username change. The terms of service do not specify username change attempts
within the 30 day period.
Years ago, there existed another issue with username applications, in that unused
or formerly registered usernames (including names never really used, if applied
for and then changed before settling on another) All would remain within the
system, seemingly in perpetuity. In a sense as active usernames never to be allowed
reuse by anyone again.
Don’t know if it’s still the case (been "popsicle" for 10 years now) or even
if it was initially by design. I always viewed it as a glitch, though.
-popsicle (hopefully)
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 20, 2021 14:15 | | Subject: | Re: How do you make minifigure sit? | | Viewed: | 72 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, Mr_Rofl writes:
| | Be careful with witty remarks or you'll end up in the comic again.
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Really?
A sad and pathetic way to live one's life, concerned about such things. Wouldn't
you say?
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In Help, popsicle writes:
| | With a treat?
Now if you were to make them to roll over and play dead, that would be impressive
In case it's an earnest question: The "standard" minifig, being absent knees,
can only sit straight-legged. Some not having hips, are unable to even do that.
They can only "roll over and play dead" 
Either way, it's a fun question!
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 20, 2021 11:32 | | Subject: | Re: Minifig Entries - How long is too long? | | Viewed: | 191 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| Seems reasonable to me. I've shared the same thoughts (minus any concern
of competition, that is) that TLG should invest more towards this effort. Investment
in some manner, either personnel that will facilitate correct set-inventory uploads
in a timely manner, or at least hand over the needed proprietary info to folks
here (paid or volunteers) ahead of the set's global-availability. To be uploaded
and made ready for sales sooner rather than later, on what is a LEGO owned site.
Not to mention, any benefits the simple knowledge of it being "the official"
inventory, would bring to the site more broadly.
-popsicle
In Catalog, infinibrix writes:
| | I know people are gonna say it comes down to people contributing but at this
stage should'nt Lego themselves be having a more active role in providing
the required catalog entries and less reliant on a handful of contributors. Even
popular Star Wars sets from way back in June are still awaiting minifig entries?:-
Meanwhile Brickowl added entries for these minifigures months ago and so if you
can't buy or sell the parts here you have to do so elsewhere thereby falling
into the hands of the main competitor site!
Surely Bricklink (the now official Lego marketplace) should'nt be trailing
behind Brickowl is this regards?
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 20, 2021 01:48 | | Subject: | Re: How do you make minifigure sit? | | Viewed: | 42 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, popsicle writes:
| | With a treat?
Now if you were to make them to roll over and play dead, that would be impressive
In case it's an earnest question: The "standard" minifig, being absent knees,
can only sit straight-legged. Some not having hips, are unable to even do that.
They can only "roll over and play dead"
Either way, it's a fun question!
-popsicle
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I'm a bit slow. I just realized your question may be in reference to Studio.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 19, 2021 17:26 | | Subject: | Re: How do you make minifigure sit? | | Viewed: | 79 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| With a treat?
Now if you were to make them to roll over and play dead, that would be impressive
In case it's an earnest question: The "standard" minifig, being absent knees,
can only sit straight-legged. Some not having hips, are unable to even do that.
They can only "roll over and play dead"
Either way, it's a fun question!
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 18, 2021 12:48 | | Subject: | Re: Cad Bane 3D Mosaic MOC | | Viewed: | 40 times | | Topic: | My Own Creation | |
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| In My Own Creation, par016 writes:
| | In My Own Creation, popsicle writes:
| | In My Own Creation, par016 writes:
| | Thought I'd share my most recent MOC of one of my favorite Star Wars characters.
An interpretation of a mosaic using 3 layers and a mixture of tiles, round tiles,
round plates, a few others to give it a 3D textured look.
The first two pictures are renders from Studio and the third picture is the completed
model.
-Pete
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Sure, a CAD of Cad
Very cool rendering of the Villain, Pete. Though it leaves me wondering why the
character is a favorite of yours?
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What's not to love about Cad Bane? A very well done villain character design.
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There are many SW characters to "love" as you put it. What's "well done"
specifically, about this character's design in Pete's view?
Simply curious how others see things.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 18, 2021 11:18 | | Subject: | Re: Scan of the month | | Viewed: | 62 times | | Topic: | Off Topic | |
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| In Off Topic, qwertyboy writes:
| | Always wanted to know what the insides of a fire fighter looks like?
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Kind of what I expected to see: deep blue (as in hero).
A fun idea, Niek!
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 18, 2021 11:12 | | Subject: | Re: Cad Bane 3D Mosaic MOC | | Viewed: | 49 times | | Topic: | My Own Creation | |
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| In My Own Creation, par016 writes:
| | Thought I'd share my most recent MOC of one of my favorite Star Wars characters.
An interpretation of a mosaic using 3 layers and a mixture of tiles, round tiles,
round plates, a few others to give it a 3D textured look.
The first two pictures are renders from Studio and the third picture is the completed
model.
-Pete
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Sure, a CAD of Cad
Very cool rendering of the Villain, Pete. Though it leaves me wondering why the
character is a favorite of yours?
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 15:28 | | Subject: | Re: Set 75221 - Imperial Landing Craft | | Viewed: | 37 times | | Topic: | Sales | |
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| In Sales, J.EliasFlores writes:
| | In Sales, popsicle writes:
| | In Sales, J.EliasFlores writes:
| | Hola, saludos a todos.
Les escribimos nuevamente para saludarlos y notificarles que acabamos de subir
a inventario 624 piezas nuevas correspondientes al set 75221 - Imperial Landing Craft. Ojalá que las piezas les interesen y recuerden que son completamente nuevas y que están
a un precio de 10% por abajo del actual precio de venta promedio.
Gracias y nos vemos pronto.
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(Took liberties with your advertisment. Hope you don't mind)
Greetings!
We've just uploaded the 75221 Imperial Landing Craft set's inventory
to our store.
All 624 parts are new & priced @ 10% below the “Current Items For Sale Average”
Thanks and hope to see you soon. Who knows, you might just find some of those
parts you’ve been looking for!
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Wow, thanks a lot! My english is not good enough, for sure
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You're English is far better than my Spanish. You're doing fine.
| | and I really appreciate your help.
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Good to hear, thank you.
| | (And I really like the liberties "you took" XD)
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Kind of the response I was looking to get from my last date 
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 14:18 | | Subject: | Re: Set 75221 - Imperial Landing Craft | | Viewed: | 62 times | | Topic: | Sales | |
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| In Sales, J.EliasFlores writes:
| | Hola, saludos a todos.
Les escribimos nuevamente para saludarlos y notificarles que acabamos de subir
a inventario 624 piezas nuevas correspondientes al set 75221 - Imperial Landing Craft. Ojalá que las piezas les interesen y recuerden que son completamente nuevas y que están
a un precio de 10% por abajo del actual precio de venta promedio.
Gracias y nos vemos pronto.
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(Took liberties with your advertisment. Hope you don't mind)
Greetings!
We've just uploaded the 75221 Imperial Landing Craft set's inventory
to our store.
All 624 parts are new & priced @ 10% below the “Current Items For Sale Average”
Thanks and hope to see you soon. Who knows, you might just find some of those
parts you’ve been looking for!
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 12:44 | | Subject: | Re: how long is a terrible shop allowed to sell | | Viewed: | 104 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, SylvainLS writes:
| | In Buying, firestar246 writes:
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Wow... In my opinion, someone who has buyer privileges revoked shouldn't
be able to also run a store. If he can't be trusted to pay for orders, why
should he be trusted to ship some out?
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Yes, it’s strange it’s not automatic, especially as a seller account is an “upgrade”
on a buyer account.
“You are forbidden to walk but you still can run!”
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Good analogy.
Tony Stark philosophy? https://youtu.be/1VrHeInDwwg?t=62
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 11:18 | | Subject: | Re: Buying Stickers | | Viewed: | 36 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, DevilGrub writes:
| | Hi! New to the site, so this is sure to be a common question but how do I search
and purchase replacement stickers?
Am sure this has been posted before, but can't see a simple answer! Many
thanks in advance,
Regards
Stephen
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As there are currently over 3700 types of sticker sheets in the BL catalog, it
might be easiest to simply plug-in the corresponding set number for the given
sticker. Then (at the top of the page) hit under “Item Consists Of" the
"Parts" activelink; the sticker sheet will be among the first items listed
in that inventory.
You can then click on the item that takes you to the "Items For Sale"
page, or you can add the sticker sheet to your "Want List" for more collective
purchasing.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 10:03 | | Subject: | Re: Collection of vehicles in lot | | Viewed: | 43 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, Stuart9 writes:
| | Found these in a box.
Obviously from or inspired by Indiana Jones sets, seems to be some customisation.
However the partial tank appears to be fully custom.
Does anyone recognise this as a custom build sold by anyone or does it appear
to be the creation of the seller.
No idea what happened to the barrel.
The tank has decals that include a swastika on the back of the turret which clearly
are custom.
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The Swastika or Iron Cross (used by Nazi Germany 1933-1945)?
... as found in Indiana Jones Lego
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