BrickLink Discussion Forum

In General, popsicle writes:

In General, Ziegelmeister writes:

In General, popsicle writes:

Sorry, would you repeat that. I wasn't listening

TLG with it's discerning BL customers: https://youtu.be/aFYsJYPye94

Kinda wondered what that little one would achieve as a grown man, with such strength
of personality at three

That video is the best!

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 18, 2024 10:50

Subject:

Re: Looking for a parts list for item 7939-4

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In General, Gusnk writes:

Members -

I am looking for a pdf parts list for 7939-4 which is the two cars on a flatbed
rail car.

I would appreciate any help you can give me.

Best regards,

Gus

I am not sure a "Parts list" exists for just this build. You would have
to look at instructions for this build and make a parts list yourself.

Using the inventory for this set, the instructions, and a wanted list, you can
add the parts for each step to the wanted list by selecting them from the inventory
of the set. You can then download your wanted list, I believe, though I do not
know how as I have never done it before. Someone here could help with that aspect
though.

Good luck,
Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 18, 2024 10:40

Subject:

Re: "Pay" button on invoice, orders page, etc.

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In Problem Order, Brickwilbo writes:

In Problem Order, pcthurman writes:

Maybe this new invoice is updated with postage?

The first payment went through just fine as an onsite PayPal transaction. At
this point I would think that my order would automatically default to paid. As
I have never had a store on Bricklink, I do not know how the Bricklink system
works when an order is paid. The seller contacted me after this and explained
that he had forgotten to include the shipping costs and would send an invoice
for them. Knowing that a store cannot send an invoice for an order that has already
been paid for, I sent back a message to the seller with a solution. I would place
another order on the following Monday, and he could then invoice me for that
order and the shipping costs to ship both orders in the same package. He agreed
to this and that following Monday I placed my second order at his store. When
I checked out, the final checkout screen had Batch 1 and Batch 2 on it. Even
though my 1st order had been paid for, both orders were included. He sent me
an invoice that included shipping and a credit for the amount of money I paid
on the first order minus the state taxes. I cannot pay for the order. The seller
has contacted the Help Desk to find a solution.
I would like to think that all he has to do is refund the money I paid, mark
the order as ready or packed and then he could send a new invoice similar to
how a store would manage an order that paid with an offsite payment where taxes
could not be remitted to Bricklink?

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 17, 2024 19:18

Subject:

Re: Which set is this? Part 11

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In Searching, HenkdeBerg writes:

Goodday everyone,

I bought a large amount of Lego. Some are still partially assembled, see the
photos.

Can anyone tell me which set this is from?

I can then look for instructions and make it complete again.

Greetings Henk

4998-1 (Inv) Stegosaurus
731 Parts, 2008
Sets: Creator: Model: Creature

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 17, 2024 19:14

Subject:

Re: Which set is this? part 9

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In Searching, HenkdeBerg writes:

70754-1 (Inv) ElectroMech
144 Parts, 2 Minifigures, 2015
Sets: NINJAGO: Tournament of Elements

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 17, 2024 19:08

Subject:

Re: Which set is this? part 8

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In Searching, HenkdeBerg writes:

Most likely

9493-1 (Inv) X-wing Starfighter
544 Parts, 4 Minifigures, 2012
Sets: Star Wars: Star Wars Episode 4/5/6

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 17, 2024 19:02

Subject:

Re: Which set is this? Part 5

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In Searching, HenkdeBerg writes:

8561-1 (Inv) Nuhvok
40 Parts, 2002
Sets: BIONICLE: Bohrok

but the Bionicle teeth are the wrong color. You may want to inventory
all those sets for part color.

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 17, 2024 18:24

Subject:

Re: Attach 973pb0280c01 to set 10040

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In Catalog, Turez writes:

In Catalog Requests, Nathan123 writes:

As title says

973pb0280c01 (Inv) Torso Pirate Tank Top with Blue and White Horizontal Stripes, Dark Orange Belt with Black Buckle Pattern / Yellow Arms / Yellow Hands
Parts: Minifigure, Torso Assembly, Decor.

can be attached to set

10040-1 (Inv) Black Seas Barracuda {Reissue}
871 Parts, 8 Minifigures, 2002
Sets: Pirates: Pirates I: Legends

I recently purchased a used copy of the reissued Black Seas Barracuda and this
torso was there, also the torso has a modern underside and that is in common
with all the figures that came with the re-released set.

This can only be fixed by replacing the minifigure in the set inventory. But
the correct minifigure (with 973pb0280c01) must first be added to the catalog.
You can submit it here:
https://www.bricklink.com/wantedCatalog.asp?catType=M
The number would be pi198.

I didn't think that a set bought USED was allowed to be used as proof to
change or update / add to an inventory. Did this policy change?

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 17, 2024 17:19

Subject:

Re: "Pay" button on invoice, orders page, etc.

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In Problem Order, WildBricks writes:

From what I can tell this is a bug. I've seen more times than I am happy
about and am having a hard time getting it resolved.

For me it has happened when a buyer is local and selects local pick-up. I invoice
them, they pay, they pick up, but the system never registers the payment, their
order then sits permanently at packed with payment as none. Then the next order
they place gets added onto their last 'open order' as a new batch. I
send them an invoice and there is no pay button.

This may very well be what happened here.

I've been patiently waiting for the help desk to look into the ticket that
I filed, but have it on my to-do list to send them a second request for help
at the end of the month. It isn't currently happening, but my local buyers
have been busy recently and haven't been placing as many orders.

I do hope a resolution can be found!

The only solution we have been able to work out is for me to email my buyer my
direct PayPal link and take payment that way, then we can at least move forward
with getting their parts to them.

This really isn't a good solution because taxes are not being remitted to
Bricklink or whomever the taxes get remitted too. I understand it is the only
way for you with your local buyers currently. Bricklink does need to find a solution
for this.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 17, 2024 16:54

Subject:

Re: "Pay" button on invoice, orders page, etc.

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In Problem Order, 1001bricks writes:

In Problem Order, pcthurman writes:

Can anyone explain why an invoice would be sent without a pay option?
Does it have to do with something the seller has not checked prior to sending
the invoice?

The 1st order I placed in their store was paid for through invoice and had the
"Pay" button, so I have no idea what has gone wrong this time.

TL;DR

There's no "Pay" or "Go" button in any invoice, except if
the seller put this link (button) himself in a specific invoice he sent you (which
can be completely manual or automatic).

Which the seller obviously did or the "GO" link would not have been there.

In ULTRA short: simply check your order on BrickLink and see if there's THERE
a "Pay" button.

This is in your BrickLink account, My BL, Orders.

As I stated in my original post, there isn't any "PAY" button on
the invoice nor on the order details page NOR on the order itself!

Use THIS button to pay for the order (if the amounts are expected), nothing
else.

I did mention, I have been buying on Bricklink for 20 years, well in 3 days it
will be 20 years, so I am NOT a rookie and I do know where to look to pay for
an order!

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Apr 17, 2024 16:13

Subject:

"Pay" button on invoice, orders page, etc.

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I have been buying on this site for 20 years. Never have I had a problem paying
for an order until now.

My seller sent me an invoice, I paid for the order, the seller contacted me and
told me he forgot to add in the shipping and that he would send another invoice
for that. Knowing the seller could not invoice me for just shipping, I told the
seller to hold on to the order for 1 week and I would place another order so
that they could then invoice me for the shipping for both orders and send them
both together.

To me this seemed like a no-brainer. It gets me a bunch of parts I need and I
get to save on shipping and the seller gets the shipping costs paid.

1 week goes by and I place my second order, the seller sends me an invoice for
the second order, but I think something must have been wrong with it because
when I clicked into the invoice there was a message at the top of it that the
invoice had been updated and it had a "Go" link.

Okay this is new; I have never seen an invoice with a "Go" link before.
I click on the link, and it takes me to another invoice that looks identical
to the first invoice. I read through the invoice, as I always do, make sure it
all looks correct, and go back up to the top to click on the "Pay" button
only there isn't a "Pay" button. I look on my orders page, no "pay"
button next to the order. I look on the order itself, no "Pay" button.

I reach out to the seller and inform them that there isn't a "Pay"
button for me to click on and did they make sure that the invoice was set for
Onsite PayPal?
The seller assured me it was set correctly.

The seller has not said 1 word to my message of there being no "Pay"
button to use nor how I am supposed to pay for the order.

I did send a second message to the seller 3 hours ago but still have not heard
anything back.

I did check the forum and the seller is not asking any questions regarding this
matter.

Can anyone explain why an invoice would be sent without a pay option?
Does it have to do with something the seller has not checked prior to sending
the invoice?

The 1st order I placed in their store was paid for through invoice and had the
"Pay" button, so I have no idea what has gone wrong this time.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Mar 6, 2024 12:47

Subject:

Re: Old LEGO baseplates-LEGO mark under baseplate

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In LEGO products, krystkraft writes:

Hello,
I have recently bought a bunch of used 16x32 baseplates, specifically green.
My question is simple- do old baseplates have LEGO sign under the baseplate?
The newer ones 16x32 green baseplates have this sign under the baseplate.
Have a nice day,
Christian

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Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Mar 6, 2024 12:33

Subject:

Re: 6373

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In Catalog, BricksHolland writes:

set 6373 instructions show flags with wave right, maybe the box does too. I was
wondering what people found in the set when they openend it as new: wave right
or left. Inventory in general, parts lists, say that the flags for this set are
wave left. So is the photo on the first page of the instructions wrong or are
the parts lists wrong?

6373-1 (Inv) Motorcycle Shop
163 Parts, 2 Minifigures, 1984
Sets: Town: Classic Town: Traffic

was released in 1984.

4495b Flag 4 x 1 Wave Right
Parts: Flag {Black}

was not found in sets until 2007 so the picture in the instructions
is incorrect.

The set would have come with

4495a Flag 4 x 1 Wave Left
Parts: Flag {Yellow}

4495a Flag 4 x 1 Wave Left
Parts: Flag {Red}

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Feb 26, 2024 17:37

Subject:

Re: Boat motor

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In Help, Saitobricks.ca writes:

In Help, pcthurman writes:

Hi all,
Can anyone tell me what size battery the

48064c01 (Inv) Electric, Motor with Boat Propeller and Rudder 14 x 4 x 4, 3-Blade Propeller
Parts: Electric, Motor {Yellow}

needs please?

Thank you!
Cass T

1 AA battery

Thank you!

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Feb 26, 2024 17:30

Subject:

Boat motor

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Hi all,
Can anyone tell me what size battery the

48064c01 (Inv) Electric, Motor with Boat Propeller and Rudder 14 x 4 x 4, 3-Blade Propeller
Parts: Electric, Motor {Yellow}

needs please?

Thank you!
Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Feb 15, 2024 21:21

Subject:

Re: Bricklink Archive

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Announce

In Announce, Nubs_Select writes:

After many hours of work, I would like to present the "Bricklink Archive".

If you navigate to this page

https://www.bricklink.com/aboutMe.asp?u=Nubs_Select&pageID=59816

or if you click the "ME" icon next to my feedback brick and then click
on the archive link on that page you will arrive at the same page.

On this page are links presented for all of the parts that were either planned
for the merge for February or ones that might be merged later. Yes, some on this
list are ones that aren't being merged but I'll leave them on the list
for now at least until it all dies down and I've confirmed that they will
not be affected.

Also included is a link to the list of known head types on bricklink prior to
the merge for each individual figure. if post-merge you wanted to see if

Minifig No: poc012 Name: Captain Jack Sparrow Skeleton

poc012 (Inv) Captain Jack Sparrow Skeleton
Minifigures: Pirates of the Caribbean

was known to have both blocked and hollow stud heads then you'll find it
on that list.

Thank you for taking the time to preserve this data, not only for the history
but for those Bricklink members that rely on accurate variations!

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Feb 15, 2024 14:08

Subject:

Re: Alternate / New number - Monkie Kid Hair

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In Catalog Requests, jennnifer writes:

Hello,

I opened a new mold for 66912

66912pb01 Minifigure, Hair Spiked with Forelock with Molded Red Headband Pattern
Parts: Minifigure, Hair

in set

80050-1 (Inv) Creative Vehicles
381 Parts, 2 Minifigures, 2024
Sets: Monkie Kid

It's molded 100936 and has slight differences in the lock of hair in the
front and the bandana ties in the back. It weighs .05g less and is about 2mm
smaller. It's very difficult to measure.

https://brickset.com/parts/design-66912
https://brickset.com/parts/design-100936

Here are some bad cell phone images comparing it with a (printed) 66912pb02 from

80051-1 (Inv) Monkie Kid's Mini Mech
551 Parts, 1 Minifigure, 2024
Sets: Monkie Kid

Thanks,
Jen

One hair has yellow print on the front. The other does not.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Feb 14, 2024 13:46

Subject:

Re: Normal to have stripes on both sides?

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In Catalog Identification, WildBricks writes:

I've just found 2 of these. 1 has the printing on 1 side. The other has it
on both sides. Which is correct?

4512pb01 Train Level Crossing Gate Type 2, Crossbar with Red Stripes Pattern
Parts: Train {White}

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Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Feb 14, 2024 13:21

Subject:

Re: How to sell a huge collection - Need 'advice'

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In General, SDF_Bricks writes:

I have a fairly large collection, spanning over 20 years, and stored/sorted in
200+ boxes, including Technic, City, Ninjago, Bionicle, Friends, and many many
more. These include over 300 minifigs, and many unique/rare parts/sets (eg. Scorpion
Pyramid, Village Market, ...). I have little time to sort through and rebuild
all the sets. I'm looking for input as to what is the best way to sell all
at once. My initial investment was over $50k.

1. Any thoughts on how to liquidate everything ASAP?
2. Would selling everything by the pound on eBay be an option? - Not very attractive
I'm sure.

Thoughts are appreciated.

You could sell the collection intact on eBay. List the sets you know are there.
Make note of those sets that have an instruction manual or box.

You could set it up as a "buy it now" and that way you get the amount
you want, or do it auction style and add a reserve price which is your lowest
amount you would accept.

Make sure you take pictures of all minifigures, animals, "glass", marked
& printed parts. Specialty parts like motorcycles, baseplates, plants, instructions,
& boxes will help sell it. You can upload 24 pictures.

Keep in mind you will not get full value (what you paid) but depending on theme
and condition and the rarity of the sets, you could make quite a lot.

Do some research to see what other people are listing collections for and what
they have sold for as well.

Good luck!
Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Feb 5, 2024 17:03

Subject:

Re: Why is Mack not considered a minifigure?

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Inventories

In Inventories, jennnifer writes:

In Inventories, pcthurman writes:

In set

8486-1 (Inv) Mack's Team Truck
341 Parts, 1 Minifigure, 2011
Sets: Cars: Cars 2

Why is Mack not considered a minifigure? I do not see a difference
between Mack or Lightning other than size and well yes Mack has a trailer but
in the movies he is a character. So why the difference?

Cass T

Is Mack just the Tractor or the Tractor and the Trailer?

I'm going to say the former. That makes the Trailer an accessory that shouldn't
be included??

~Jen

I believe just the cab is the minifigure Mack. Yes, the trailer is a "wearable"
accessory however I would not include the trailer as such.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Feb 4, 2024 22:34

Subject:

Why is Mack not considered a minifigure?

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Topic:

Inventories

Status:

Open

In set

8486-1 (Inv) Mack's Team Truck
341 Parts, 1 Minifigure, 2011
Sets: Cars: Cars 2

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Jan 29, 2024 12:45

Subject:

Contacting a store

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I have sent a store a question regarding an item that I would like pictures for
to decide if I want to buy it. The description of the item says to ask for pictures.

Is there a way to see when the store owner was last on Bricklink?

Is there a way to see if my message has been received, seen, or read?

In your opinion, how long should I wait for a response before moving on?

Thanks in advance for your insight.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Jan 10, 2024 02:25

Subject:

Re: Important proposal regarding catalog variants

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In Catalog, Admin_Russell writes:

Hello everyone,

As a platform, we have decided to take a hard look at some of the mold variants
that we are currently asking you to recognize. For sellers, more variants means
extra sorting and extra work while pulling orders, plus the issues that arise
from variant misunderstandings.

For buyers, excess variants mean that it's harder to assemble a wanted list,
find stores, and ultimately obtain the parts you are looking for.

I have put together a quick Help page to outline these proposed changes:

https://www.bricklink.com/help.asp?helpID=2625

I have read through the entirety of this subject, here are my opinions...

Do not change anything that has to do with minifigures! People who buy them OR
parts of them OR sets put a lot of importance on the minifigures being authentically
correct. I appreciate that solid stud heads will continue to have their own entry
in the catalog however it is annoying to order blocked open heads and receive
hollow stud heads instead and I can only imagine the nightmare of what this will
do to minifigure torsos.

Story time:

20 years ago, this coming April, I did a search of the internet looking for a
resource to buy LEGO by the single piece and Bricklink came up in my search.
It sounded the most promising for the business I wanted to start and so I clicked
that link to check it out. Imagine, if you will, how delighted I was to find
a site that had thousands of LEGO set inventories that I could access, and thousands
of shops to shop at with single parts, instructions, sets (both new and used),
and a chat room full of people that could answer my questions or keep me company
while working LEGO in my office! Of course, I cannot forget to mention the most
amazing catalog.
Bricklink is the reason my business is viable today. I rely on the catalog variations
to find the correct parts for the sets I need to finish.
I consider myself old school when it comes to Bricklink and have had to contact
shops to find out if they have the correct variations. Recently, 2020-2024, it
has become very frustrating when shop owners will not answer the question OR
worse yet, insist they do have the correct period piece and when it arrives,
you discover it is in fact incorrect or you get blacklisted for having the audacity
to ask a question in the first place. It should not be the buyer's job to
teach the shop owner about variations and yet I find myself doing this quite
often.
So, it is not JUST collector's that this will be affecting, it is also those
of us that use Bricklink to do as I have done for 20 years, refurbishing LEGO
sets.
This site was designed for the LEGO collector to be able to find the part(s)
they needed to complete sets, projects, and MOCS and to be able to discuss anything
LEGO with other people who love LEGO.
I feel like that vision is being lost.

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 20, 2023 13:42

Subject:

Re: set 7706 inventory is different

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In Help, upscomic writes:

I'm building set 7706 from the instructions pdf from lego.com and the parts
I'm using are different than the inventory on bricklink. One example is a
white 1 x 4 tile. There are other differences but I'm not familiar with bricklink
magic. I hope one of you are.

This set was redesigned during production. The notes are at the very bottom of
the inventory page. They are...

Redesigned during production.

There are at least two different versions of instructions for this set. The differences
for the second version are indicated in this inventory in the Alternate Items
section with Match ID 99.

Quick overview of redesign: In the cockpit module various parts are added to
strengthen the build. In the track assembly two black 3708 Technic, Axle 12 are
replaced by four black 6558 Technic, Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise,
enabling the tracks on each side to move independently from each other.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

There are numerical errors in the parts lists in the instructions for both versions
of this set. The early version of the instructions incorrectly lists only one
pair of minifigure legs, but two are included. It also lists 13 dark bluish gray
32291 Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular Double, but only 12 were
included. The later version of the instructions incorrectly lists one black 6558
Technic, Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, but 18 are included.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The dark bluish gray 32523 Technic, Liftarm 1 x 3 Thick in the later version
of the set has also been found in dark gray. The black 6538b Technic, Axle Connector
2L (Ridged with x Hole x Orientation) have also been found in the set as 6538c
Technic, Axle Connector 2L (Smooth with x Hole + Orientation).

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 20, 2023 13:40

Subject:

Re: Silver Linings…

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In General, popsicle writes:

In General, SylvainLS writes:

In General, popsicle writes:

[…]
Thanks for whittling it down yet further, Sylvain! Just need to figure out why
my images are "now considered wrong"

The .jpg extension actually covers different formats and subformats.
It can be quite complicated to find the guilty ‘option’ to explain the problem.
I don’t think it’s necessary to go further anyway because all the subformats
should be accepted (or, at least, there should be a useful/clear error message)
and knowing it’s the format and not the size or a handling error should be sufficient
for the devs.
But, at worse, they can ask for an example file.

Thank you for helping me understand more fully. I'll stop trying to troubleshoot
that and move on to other issues needing my attention. Thanks again.

Popsicle,
Have you been able to figure out what is wrong with your pictures and why you
were getting the "403 forbidden" error? I am getting the same error message
and would like to fix it so I can upload some pictures.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 20, 2023 13:18

Subject:

Re: Bricklink lessons you learned the hard way?

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In General, zzed writes:

This week I made a very expensive mistake in Bricklink. I'm so angry with
myself. Nobody did anything "wrong". I just wasn't savvy with knowing
the ropes.

I'd like to spin it positive and see your tips so others can avoid pitfalls.
Or maybe just take a moment to laugh at our silly selves.

So, what Bricklink lessons have you learned.... or possibly had burned into your
brain?

My biggest mistake was to order an item thinking the store I was ordering from
had the part listed correctly. I receive my order and realize the part was the
wrong variant. I contact the store, but they do not have to correct part.

This was

x264 Rubber Band Large (Square Cross Section)
Parts: Rubber Band & Belt {Yellow}

for

7415-1 (Inv) Aero Nomad
111 Parts, 2 Minifigures, 5 Gear, 2003
Sets: Adventurers: Orient Expedition

and I needed 3. I had also placed 2 other
orders at the same time and when those orders arrived, I was horrified to find
that those stores also sent me the wrong part. So now I had 3

x89 Rubber Belt Large (Round Cross Section) - Approx. 3 1/4 x 3 1/4
Parts: Rubber Band & Belt {Yellow}

that
I didn't need and none of the shops I had ordered from had the correct part.

I found another shop that had the x264 listed and contacted them to verify they
had the correct part. They assured me they did and so I ordered. It was the wrong
part again but this time the store actually said they would source it for me
and send it on to me when they got it. That part finally arrived and again it
was the wrong part.

I did finally find a shop that had all 3 but they didn't ship to the USA,
so I contacted them and asked if they could send me a picture of the 3 parts
they had listed. They did, and they were the correct ones, and that shop owner
was willing to ship an order to me!

All told, it cost me somewhere between $40-$50 to finally get the 3 parts I needed.
The moral of the story is, IF you need a specific variant of part, contact the
shop and ask them to verify the part variant and maybe send pictures to prove
it is correct.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 20, 2023 00:25

Subject:

Re: Where does this sword come from?

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Topic:

Colors

In Colors, mike1burns writes:

Hard to tell, but it sure looks like that pirate falling off the stern is holding
a pearl dark grey sword. Set 7075

In Colors, WilliamRaine writes:

In Catalog Identification, kittybrickz writes:

are you able to read the item number on it?

Oh I see you updated the number. The only thing I'm seeing are pirate sets
from 2004

Yes, my question is where this specific color (Pearl Dark Gray) came from as
it's not in the catalog at all. Perhaps it was an alternate possible color
in some sets and no one ever made note it?

The 2 swords in set

7075-1 (Inv) Captain Redbeard's Pirate Ship
132 Parts, 4 Minifigures, 1 Gear, 2004
Sets: 4 Juniors: Pirates

are

43887 Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Scimitar
Parts: Minifigure, Weapon {Dark Bluish Gray}

and Light Bluish Gray.

At least those were the colors ours came with.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 19, 2023 18:33

Subject:

Re: Storing large amounts of bricks

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Topic:

Selling

In Selling, DarthMaul1 writes:

So I have over almost 1k bricks for now and I have boxes that have rows what
is the best way to store them I use ziplocks for some pieces and sets and minifigures
but not sure if that would be good for bricks taken apart.

Most stores use some kind of container storage system like Akro Mills or Sterilite
drawers. Others use bins or shoe boxes. Some use baseball card boxes to store
minifigures.

You should go to YouTube and watch some videos on how people store their LEGO.
It is very informative.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 19, 2023 18:28

Subject:

Re: New Seller Help

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Selling

In Selling, Ealesyyy writes:

Hi, I am new to bricklink and have just started selling on here. I have added
my inventory but not yet had any interest. I understand I probably need to be
patient but wondered if there was anything I could do to help improve sales?

I would really appreciate any suggestions you good folks have and look forward
to hearing from you.

Thanks
Adam

Hi Adam,
Welcome to Bricklink!
The best way to get sales is to increase your lots, IE: store inventory. More
product=more sales.
Most people on Bricklink are looking for parts so selling sets is a waiting game.
Think of it like this...
500 people log into Bricklink. Of those 500 people, only 25 are looking to buy
sets. There are over 19,000 sets listed on Bricklink of which you have 22. Your
store is 1 of 17,799 stores currently open on Bricklink and there are currently
2,873,530 sets New & Used being sold in those stores. The odds of someone looking
for one of the sets you have listed is very small.

To increase your chances, you need to add product to your store.
Other sellers have listed their products at a lower price than the 6-month average
when they are first starting out to help them gain feedback and customers as
well as sales.

I wish you the best in your journey on Bricklink!
Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 19, 2023 12:55

Subject:

Super Battle Droids

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Why do shops sell

42687 Legs Mechanical, Super Battle Droid - Solid between Feet
Parts: Minifigure, Legs, Modified {Pearl Dark Gray}

when the clip is broken?

This part is not usable at all with a broken clip. I also believe that the price
of this piece gets inflated due to sellers selling a broken part.

I understand that sellers have the right to sell anything LEGO in their shops
as long as it is clearly stated in the description if something is wrong with
the part.

Seriously though, who is going to buy a useless part? It cannot hold up the
Super Battle Droid or any other droid.

Can someone please explain this to me?

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 19, 2023 04:20

Subject:

Re: Celebrating birth of our baby! 20% Coupon!

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Topic:

Coupons

In Coupons, Rehnex writes:

Sale at our store celebrating the birth of our baby! Request a 20% Off Coupon!
Help support our family!

This is an extra 20% off the sales we already have at our store!

Congratulations on the arrival of your new baby and future LEGO builder!

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 17, 2023 07:15

Subject:

Re: Frustration w/ Yellow Minifigures

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In LEGO products, wildchicken13 writes:

In LEGO products, Nubs_Select writes:

If it was space figure themed then maybe

https://www.flickr.com/photos/holgermatthes/51191375913

I did this for my husband for Christmas last year.

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 16, 2023 16:44

Subject:

Re: Payment Error

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Technical Issues

In Technical Issues, Skullton writes:

Since BrickLink came back up I've been unable to buy anything. Whenever I
try to pay it just pops up with an error and restarts endlessly. I use PayPal
and have been unable to buy anything.

I was wondering if there was an issue or if this was part of the maintenance.

I have placed 5 orders since Bricklink reopened. I use PayPal and have had no
issues. Check you ship to address and make sure it matches with your Bricklink
address.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 16, 2023 15:52

Subject:

Re: Searching color of part 767

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In Searching, Steffen76 writes:

Hello Bricklink professionals
If I order bricks in the color dark gray from bricklink, I will receive the stones
as shown in the photo on the right.
When I look for the track sleeper (Part 767), it is sold as dark gray. Unfortunately
the color is not dark gray as shown in the picture on the left. I would call
it brownish gray.
I have some bricks and plates in this color and am looking for matching stones.
So what color should I choose to find brownish gray parts?

If you wish to match the color of the track sleeper

767 Train, Track Sleeper Plate 2 x 8 without Cable Grooves
Parts: Train, Track {Dark Gray}

make sure you
add it to a wanted list as Dark Gray. Also note that a lot of the parts produced
today were not produced in the color Dark Gray.

Good Luck!
Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 16, 2023 15:42

Subject:

Re: Non responding seller - how long until refund

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Topic:

In Problem Order, lozzajp writes:

Hi,

Read the help pages about sellers not responding, and it seems to be I have to
wait 7 days to report that on my order, fair enough.

But the help page seems to imply another 2 weeks before more action? Will I get
my money back or not? It was supposed to be for a present, and now my money is
tied up it seems.

Thanks for any help,
Lozza.

Hi Lozza,
7 days is the waiting period before you can file an NRS or an NSS. Once you have
filed a NRS or NSS, you have to wait 7 days to give your seller a chance to respond.
The seller should reach out to you and hopefully be able to work with you on
solving any problem.

IF at the end of this time the seller has not reached out to you OR the NRS /
NSS has not been resolved, you can go to your payment institute and file a claim
to get a full refund. You should also be able to finalize the NRS / NSS on Bricklink
at this time.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 16, 2023 15:30

Subject:

Re: Light kits

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Topic:

Off Topic

In Off Topic, Calle_P writes:

I hope this Lego related post is allowed even if it concerns parts from another
supplier.

I am in the process of building the Lego Creator Expert 10258 London Bus to give
as a gift to someone who drove a bus in London for almost 30 years but is now
retiring.

The bus is almost finished and looks good in itself, but I realize that a lighting
kit would have been the detail that makes the work even more perfect.

Have searched a bit and found different options.
Does anyone have experience with the various kits on the market?
Does the quality differ between different brands?
Are some brands easier to install than others?
Other opinions?

The brands I found that seem serious are:
Lightailing
Game of Bricks
Light My Bricks

I have only bought from Light My Bricks. They are fairly easy to install as they
include instructions on how to do it. They are a little more expensive IMO, but
their product is high quality.

Hope this helps.
Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 15, 2023 00:00

Subject:

Re: I need Dwarfs and a few trolls

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Topic:

Trades

In Trades, legoman77 writes:

In Trades, Biglesdug writes:

I need Dwarfs and a few trolls

I can give you my in-laws address. There are a lot of Dwarfs and trolls there.
John P

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 14, 2023 23:48

Subject:

Re: Lego Display Store Questions

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In Help, BurnsBrickHouse writes:

Hi everyone,

I am playing around with the idea of renting a space in a heavily trafficked
tourist spot that brings in a lot of families. I want to have a place that people
pay an entrance fee and walk through looking at large scale builds. We would
change up the displays through the seasons and keep it interesting for return
customers.

My question is do you think I would have any trouble with Lego? I wouldn't
use Lego in the store name and we wouldn't sell Lego sets. It's just
a place for families to enjoy when they are enjoying time together.

I already build large displays and so many people of all ages are into Lego that
I think a train display with lots of cool builds would do well. I just don't
want to put in a ton of time and money and have Lego send me a cease and desist.

I don't know who to reach out to and ask.

Thank you.

Doug
Burns Brick House

As long as you do not use any copyrights of LEGO including the name, or selling
ANY LEGO product without permission, they cannot object. After all, you are the
one who bought all the bricks the displays are built of so those bricks are now
your property, and you can use them as you see fit including displaying them
to the public.

I am not a lawyer. These are just my opinions on the matter.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 14, 2023 23:36

Subject:

Re: Selling Massive Boxes?

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Topic:

Shipping

In Shipping, Fr0stByt3 writes:

I've got massive set boxes. I would like to charge shipping for them either
manually or based upon size. My elements I charge shipping based upon weight
and that is undesirable to me for the boxes given their size and comparatively
little weight.

Sorry for my grammar. I can't English at the moment.

When shipping with USPS, they will charge based off weight AND size of the package
as well as how far the package has to travel. Any large box is going to be shipped
in a LARGE package which will increase the shipping costs regardless of the weight.
I do not know how UPS or FedEx work, but those 2 companies are generally more
expensive than USPS.

I personally would only use manual for large boxes so you can do research to
find the lowest price for shipping for each one based on the buyer's location
before sending an invoice. You could do all the research before listing them
to have an idea of how much it would cost to ship to a close state and also the
farthest states. Make a list for each box you are going to sell so if someone
inquires about shipping for that box, you will only need to know what state they
are in, and you can give them a ballpark figure.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 14, 2023 23:16

Subject:

Re: I'm on a stop list?

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Topic:

Problem

In Problem, PlanetEarthToys writes:

In Problem, ste0 writes:

Hi!

Can't figure out why I'm on a stop list and what to do about it.

Hope I find some answers.

Regards
Ste

definately no one will stop list you for doxxing another Community member in
the forum.

that never happens, so that should ease your mind a little

hope someone can figure it out for ya

good luck

I do not know what doxxing means but I can tell you that sellers DO in fact stop
list people for post content here in the forum! Just saying.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 14, 2023 12:58

Subject:

Re: Boost, Powered up or Mindstorms and scratch??

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In LEGO products, FrancineV writes:

My son (9) is interested in getting some power into his MOC's (e.g. open
and close doors, lifting things up, move heads or legs of any creatures he makes).
He uses the program Scratch now and than and we saw you can use Scratch on Lego
as well. But how to, I'm not sure.

I'm just not sure if you need any of the Lego sets (like Boost or Mindstorms)
to use Scratch or if you could just buy an motor set (and which one???) and build
your own things.
It looks like many of the powerd sets ar either cars of robots and he's not
interested in those sets, but he is interested in powering up his Lego.

Also I'm a little confused about which power source to use. There is Boost,
Powered Up, Function, mindstorms. Which one to choose?

Is there someone who can help us with this? I've been looking on the internet,
but I'm still not sure what to choose.

I'm not very good ad technics myself...I just happen to have a son who is

Any help is appreciated. Thank you.

You could check the LEGO shop online to see what they currently have available.
This way your sone is working with the newest technology!

Good luck!
Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 14, 2023 12:43

Subject:

Re: New To Brick Selling

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Topic:

Selling

In Selling, randyhoward01 writes:

I thought it would make sense to sell here on this marketplace as I have quite
a few legos from my kids and feel like accuracy from bricklink on prices etc
would help me out the most. I guess I need a positive review but not sure how
to get. Any advice?

Selling Star Wars, Ninjago, Mincraft and Friends typically from 2015 - 2020 era.

Thx

You need to place an order and get feedback from the seller. Once you have the
feedback from the seller, you should be good to go.

Best of luck!
Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 14, 2023 12:24

Subject:

Re: Supplemental sheets for LEGO sets

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In Catalog Identification, Stellar writes:

In Catalog Identification, pcthurman writes:

Hi all,
Is there a page on Bricklink that lists the supplemental sheets for instructions?
I have one such sheet, but it does not have any identifying number or date other
than a 7-digit number at the bottom left corner. When I type the number on the
sheet into the search field I get a "No Items Were Found".

I tried to upload 2 pictures of the sheet but every time I do, I get a "403
Forbidden" error. The file is in JPG format and not larger than 2MB.

Anyway, the number on the sheet is 4550634. The picture is of a black X through
a

3028 Plate 6 x 12
Parts: Plate {White}

and then showing an equal sign and then 2

3958 Plate 6 x 6
Parts: Plate {White}

I hope someone can help me figure out what set this sheet goes too.

Cass T

Could you try to upload the image somewhere and give a link here?

Do you have a suggestion as to where I could upload the pictures so I can link
them?

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 14, 2023 12:23

Subject:

Re: Supplemental sheets for LEGO sets

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In Catalog Identification, Nicolasamico37 writes:

In Help, pcthurman writes:

3028 Plate 6 x 12
Parts: Plate {White}

and then showing an equal sign and then 2

3958 Plate 6 x 6
Parts: Plate {White}

I hope someone can help me figure out what set this sheet goes too.

Cass T

Hi,
I tried to find, but nothing...
The black plate 6x12 appears in 129 sets.
These 2 parts should appears as alternate in the inventory of the concerned set.
I thought it would be in late 2000 sets, like in Ferrari or Lamborghini sets...
There is no hint on the paper ?

Nicolas

Also the plates in the picture are white.

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 14, 2023 12:23

Subject:

Re: Supplemental sheets for LEGO sets

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In Catalog Identification, Nicolasamico37 writes:

In Help, pcthurman writes:

3028 Plate 6 x 12
Parts: Plate {White}

and then showing an equal sign and then 2

3958 Plate 6 x 6
Parts: Plate {White}

I hope someone can help me figure out what set this sheet goes too.

Cass T

The only identifying number on the sheet is 4550634 in the lower left corner.
Of course, at the top left corner is LEGO.

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 13, 2023 19:50

Subject:

Re: Your "Fav. Store" with the Highest feedback?

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In General, Brickman4you writes:

Just curious - shout yours out?

I know most large stores make our "Least fav. list", but was happily
surprised of mine...

- Bricks on the Dollar -

I use Bricks on the Dollar and DadsAfol as well. I also like Canada First Bricks.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Nov 13, 2023 19:45

Subject:

Supplemental sheets for LEGO sets

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Topic:

3028 Plate 6 x 12
Parts: Plate {White}

and then showing an equal sign and then 2

3958 Plate 6 x 6
Parts: Plate {White}

I hope someone can help me figure out what set this sheet goes too.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Jul 14, 2023 17:04

Subject:

Re: Number of polybags in 7140 X-Wing?

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In Help, Elkenwood writes:

Does anyone know the number of sealed polybags in set 7140 X Wing fighter?

You can check YouTube for an unboxing video of the set.

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Jul 14, 2023 16:39

Subject:

Re: Stickers for 41757 won't peel off.

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In LEGO products, ghyde writes:

I just started building this:

41757-1 (Inv) Botanical Garden
1059 Parts, 3 Minifigures, 2023
Sets: Friends

When I started building, I tried to peel off a sticker from the sticker sheet
backing, but both the sticker and the backing just flexed too much, and won't
pop off the sticker sheet. Has anyone else had this problem?

I wanted to see what other people who've encountered this situation would
recommend, before I contact LEGO Customer Service for their advice.

I'm okay with building the set without stickers applied, doesn't bother
me. I've never come across stickers that don't want to pop off at least
an edge from the sticker sheet, though!

Cheers ...

ghyde

I have only encountered this when building some of the older sets from the 80's.

Contact LEGO to get a replacement sticker sheet.

Cass T

Author:

pcthurman

Posted:

Jul 3, 2023 14:08

Subject:

Re: What’s your part white whale?

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