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Most inseparable combinations?
Some combinations of pieces are really hard to get apart – really hard. Can some answerers provide a list of “dangerous combos“? For example, a 2×2 with a round 2×2 on bottom. Also, if possible, provide a good way to get them apart!
user6907
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How do I move assembled LEGO sets?
How do I move large sets put together? We do not have the instructions or original box. We are moving from one home to another.
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Are BanBao bricks compatible with Lego?
Does anyone has experience with BanBao bricks?
BanBao World
Are they compatible with Lego bricks? They have basic sets and plates which are at a good price.
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Where to find this green transparent brick?
Where can I find this lego brick?
I have one but I want some more of them for a project.
user5419
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Has Lego discontinued presenting alternate configurations on the backs of modern boxes?
When I was younger, the backs of my Castle/Space Lego set boxes showed alternate model builds for the supplied pieces, configurations not detailed in the instruction manual. I appreciated these creative ideas, showing me other things I could make…
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Is there an XML format for Lego?
I've seen some pretty neat applications using customized XML formats. There is a Musical Notation XML so that a user can create sheet music on XML. With the right software, that XML can be converted to ACTUAL sheet music, and other plugins even…
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What element is this a piece of, and how can I repair it?
Yesterday, as I was putting away some Lego, I saw the following obviously broken piece.
I couldn't figure out what element this was a piece of, so I was all ready to ask it here, when I came across the other part.
So instead of a genuine…
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Can I re-use my LEGO Store Pick a Brick cup?
I was wondering if anyone went into a LEGO store with their old Pick a Brick cup and got a discount for re-using it, or do you have to buy a new cup?
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Software to do Duplo train track layout?
Anyone know a way to create with a software DUPLO train track layout?
The only thing I found is:
http://www.anyrail.com/index_en.html
It's a bit overkill for what I need and it's $US60, although the limited version can be used free.
LEGO has a…
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What is the maximum distance between fixed train wheels?
I'm working on a train, and I'm curious what the maximum distance is between fixed wheel sets in order to properly navigate all of the different types of track (straight, curved, switch, flex, etc).
In case that doesn't make sense, I'm interested in…
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How do I repair loose arm joints?
The arms on my LEGO minifigures are loose. How can I repair these to remain in place when I move the arm to the location I want it to stay in?
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Is there a way to glue already built sets?
My son who is now 16 no longer plays with his Lego sets. He would like to preserve some of his larger sets like Jabba the Hutts sail barge. Is there anything we can spray or paint on to hold them together? Or do we need to take it apart and glue it?
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Is there an organization who repackages old LEGO bricks into sets to give to underprivileged children?
Does Lego have a program by which we can return old LEGO parts so they can be reassembled into packages for underprivileged kids? My kids, and now grandkids, have always played with LEGO bricks and I have a large collection of parts, not in their…
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Alternative builds with Star Wars LEGO sets
I currently own these LEGO Star Wars sets:
LEGO Star Wars X-Wing Starfighter 9493
LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon 7965
LEGO Star Wars Tie Fighter 9492
LEGO Star Wars Emperor Palpatine's Shuttle (8096)
LEGO Star Wars Slave 1 (8097)
LEGO Star Wars…
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What part(s) can I use to connect technic liftarms at a 90 degree angle?
Is there a way to connect the two beams in this angle and still keep the connection strong and keep the rotation the same?
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