2018 Modular Rumours

Fizyx

Boardshorts85 said:

Thanks for sharing! 

I can't put my finger on it, but there's something I don't like about DD with PR.  Maybe the two stairs side-by-side?

That's funny, because I was just thinking that I kind of liked the stairs next to each other.  Breaks up the line of the buildings without having a sheer wall on one side.  I do have to admit though, even though I love the Diner, and even like the stairs/left side of it, they are rather awkward next to most of the other buildings.  Maybe they have something up their sleeve for the 2019 building that will work better?  (Let the rumors fly! :P )

ReesesPieces

I'm guessing they might be doing a total reset in the modular styles now that they hit 10 years.

Astrobricks

Boardshorts85 said:

Thanks for sharing! 

I can't put my finger on it, but there's something I don't like about DD with PR.  Maybe the two stairs side-by-side?

Too clashy. 

Gremer

I'm thinking of displaying them DD, AS, BB on the first row and PC, DO, and PR on the second row. I'm still not completely sure yet though.

Boardshorts85

Fizyx said:

Boardshorts85 said:

Thanks for sharing! 

I can't put my finger on it, but there's something I don't like about DD with PR.  Maybe the two stairs side-by-side?

That's funny, because I was just thinking that I kind of liked the stairs next to each other.  Breaks up the line of the buildings without having a sheer wall on one side.  I do have to admit though, even though I love the Diner, and even like the stairs/left side of it, they are rather awkward next to most of the other buildings.  Maybe they have something up their sleeve for the 2019 building that will work better?  (Let the rumors fly! :P )

Coming in 2019, the modular parking lot to give the carhop waitress a reason for having roller skates.

Fizyx

Boardshorts85 said:

Fizyx said:

Boardshorts85 said:

Thanks for sharing! 

I can't put my finger on it, but there's something I don't like about DD with PR.  Maybe the two stairs side-by-side?

That's funny, because I was just thinking that I kind of liked the stairs next to each other.  Breaks up the line of the buildings without having a sheer wall on one side.  I do have to admit though, even though I love the Diner, and even like the stairs/left side of it, they are rather awkward next to most of the other buildings.  Maybe they have something up their sleeve for the 2019 building that will work better?  (Let the rumors fly! :P )

Coming in 2019, the modular parking lot to give the carhop waitress a reason for having roller skates.

Psh, I called that ages ago!  Modular Japanese style parking garage with power functions!

(I joke... but if it was a compelling build with good figures I would still jump on it.  Every city's got to have some parking! :P )

tmgm528

Honestly a parking lot add-on would be pretty great. Maybe 30-50 bucks, a few cars, a modular size lot that fits said cars, and a few figures.

eMJeeNL

SumoLego said:

Good gracious - gargantuan gray gargoyles!

gmonkey76 said:

Any one have a picture of the pink Cadillac next to the Simpsons cars?

Or the black limosine from the Palace Cinema?

And Yes, we need a better table cloth. Unfortunately, I don't have any Simpsons cars.

wardm

@gmonkey76


I think they look quite good next to each other, but the simpsons cars look a bit too ‘blocky’ compared to the pink Cadillac

gmonkey76

@wardm Thank you

playwell

Looking at these cars they must not get much rain!

CCC

MattDawson said:

Although reddish brown would be better for a cooked sausage? :P

I'm not sure they'd ever make a brown sausage, just like they they no longer do yellow hips. It would get used for other things.

oldtodd33

^ Do you mean like these from MMV?  

sweetness34

Here is  a picture next to the fire truck

vwong19

My kid’s Cub Scout Pack recently wanted to do a Lego themed Blue & Gold Party so I volunteered to bring my Modulars and posters for decoration and setup a couple activities. It took a couple of hours to pack and transport the sets, another hour to set them up, and another few hours returning them home.

The kids had a blast driving the train and watching the Ferris wheel go around the track. Even the adults were impressed by the buildings and scope of the display. I only wished I had remembered to bring the newly built Diner and had more time to properly display and layout the buildings, figures and vehicles.

I put signs around the table to “Do Not Touch”, and “Hands Off” like the Lego Movie basement scene as a joke, but the kids couldnt help themselves and played with the train and fairground sets. Nothing broke or was lost (as far as I can tell). Everyone was respectful.

The questions I was asked most were “Did you build all this?”, “How long did it take you?”, “Are you a Master Builder?”, “Do you like Lego?”...

It’s rare to get the opportunity to display one’s Lego collection, but I’m thankful to bring joy to some kids and adults for a few hours.

I also regret not taking any pictures, but managed to get a picture from one of the parents. :(

jumalichi

^that's great ! i'd like to do the same in my home... it's a good occasion to display the modulars other than on the shelves close to the wall... We can go around and see all the sides. 

emilewski

I had been on the fence about the diner but I too had all the others. I did not put it right next to the other mulodulars and I must say I actually really do like it. 

Diggydoes

@emilewski did you build the Modulars on the 32x32 Baseplate, or on "regular" Plates? I  would like to do something similar with raising the sidewalk and brick-build a Street, but do wonder how to connect the 32x32 with anything under it?

emilewski

Diggydoes I build the modulars on the standard 32x32 baseplates, but I extend the sidewalk out four studs, and raise it all by two plates in height, with the buildings sitting on top for elevation. The extended sidewalk is made of tiled 4xn plates elevated two plates high to match the modular baseplate.

Muftak1

@emilewski is the road brick built? I'm probably going blind- I cant decide if it is or isn't!

Paperballpark

^ yes it is.

emilewski

@Muftak1 Yes.

SumoLego

It's very shinny.

Astrobricks

I don’t see the shins ;)

SumoLego

SumoLego said:

It's very shinny.

The road is very glossy. 

(But I haven't come across 2x2 black tiles with a matte finish.)

Paperballpark

Sandpaper. That'll do it.