I will never understand why LEGO insists on using off color, bright colored parts, especially when on-color scheme colors of those parts already exist. It's infuriating.
I think it’s to draw attention to key elements that are needed in the building imagine you’re building an assembly in all black it’d be hard to see where a 1x2 starts and a 1x4 starts for example but if one of those was red, it’d be easier to tell that’s my only guess
Had to comment again... recently watch some other videos of mods for the BTTF time machine and yours were by far the best looking, most thoroughly researched and relatable mods. Respect again to you sir.
Thank you for this video. I did exactly everything in this vid (replaced the colored parts, fixed the gull-wing doors, and cosmetic mods) and it definitely made the Delorean look even better. Great job!
That's so good to hear and I can hear the joy in your message! 😁 Thanks for letting me know you did all the mods and that you are happy with your improved model! If displaying your model in flying mode that stand I recommend in the Community post works really well 😀
Sounds good! you'll need to get the additional parts you need before you start your build, but I'm confident without the off colours your end result is going to be much better than the standard build!
I think your model would look even better if you used the 1x1 round tile with clock print that was used in the Encanto set for the clock on the dashboard. Surprised Lego didn't do that originally.
Oh yes, this model has a such a strong nostalgia pull and factor to it as the BTTF movies were/are much loved! So it's no surprise it's popular. Enjoy your build!
Great video. I modded that set as well: - Replaced the cheese slopes by a tile on the doors (bottom of the window) - Replaced the four black pins with balls by light gray ones on the frame bars between the windshield and the doors - Put 2 coats of transparent neil polish on the pins holding the doors so that they can remain in opened position. - Rotated 1/4 turn the round brick at the end of the axle activatinf the light, so it can remain lit. - Replaced two 1x2 plates by two modified plate with rails around the back license plate assembly, so it can be removed more easily. I also plan to get extra pieces to build all the accessories of the three different versions _without having to dissassemble pieces_ here and there every time.
Reading your comment brought a smile to face this morning! Great to hear from a fellow Lego modder, including someone who like me doesn't baulk at using something like nail polish to fix a problem! Well done with that + all the best for your future mods/setting your model up to allow you to easily change the model into the 3 different variations.
I've actually had this set since roughly mid last year sitting and waiting for the chance to build it. I'm always on the lookout for moc improvements I can make, but didn't know enough about the set to do so (the only thing I knew for certain is that the doors don't remain open on their own). After doing a bit of research and finding several mocs on rebrickle/youtube with the intentions of taking the best parts of each, I came across your video and I was truly flabbergasted at the amount of off color parts there were... more unforgivable is how visible the are along the underside and interior. That plastic tub you displayed in your video could easily be thrown into a box and re-marketed as a new " LEGO Classics" set. Thank you for your step by step guide, it was very easy to go through my own parts library and identity what I needed... I had roughly 80% of the replacement color pieces in my own collection, and the remaining ones just arrived in the mail today. So I'll look forward to building this from scratch over the weekend, and even have plans to build my own display stand and do moc versions of Marty and Doc from all 3 movies.
Hi John, I really pleased to read that you've found my mod video & off-colour parts replacement guide! I wish you all the best with your build and I think you'll be very happy with the cleaner and consistent looking finished model. Cheers, Simon
I got this set for Christmas and immediately thought it needed some modifications. I was going to tackle it in 2023, but this saves me a TON of work!! Thanks! :)
Love the video, the colour parts just don’t seem to distract me, but it’s awesome that you put this video together for those who are. All the mods are brilliant
Very thorough and well spoken! This is the best video I've seen on this set. You deserve way more subs sir! Just managed to buy all the recolor parts, cosmetic parts and door fix parts for around $80 USD. Not bad at all!
Thank you! And it is great to hear that 1) you are going to be modifying your set and 2) that you were able to buy all the parts from BrickLink at a very respectable price! There are few other minor mods that I've seen since publishing my video and instructions. For example - I don't mind the fix to enlarge the door windows by replacing the 4x 1x2 sloped elements of the bottom sill with a 1x8 tile. Maybe something to consider when you are building your set.
@@CraftedBricks Thank you! I actually saw a comment down below mentioning that, so I bought a couple 1x8's to push one of my orders over the minimum shipping limit. We'll see how it looks. Also got a couple 1x1 half circle black tiles to replace the white ones on the very top of the Mr. Fusion. Apparently the real one had a black top. The sad part, I haven't actually been able to score the 10300 set yet. Out of stock every where. I'm trying really hard not to give into the scalpers on Ebay. Lol... But definitely looking forward to the challenge of swapping all the bright color parts with your instructions while building the set. Should be good fun!
@@Rollin3D - Ah I see you are all over this and that you are prepared in advance! I think 'hold' for when you can get the set at the proper retail price. It'll be back in stock soon I'm sure. Enjoy!
Good job, when I finally get mine, I will definitely revisit this video and follow your lead, just one thing, the four 1x2 cheese slopes on the doors still look wrong, I would be swapping them out for tiles to open that window area up. I also agree, BTTF 2 had the best version of the time machine
Sounds good Lunch, if you do want to do the off-colour parts replacements as I mentioned in the video, you can only really do this if you have the parts pre-ordered and with you as you build the set for the first time. Re the 1x2 cheese slope elements for the door sills, I see where you are going with opening up the window voids more, but I fear it may look a little odd with only flat tiles. Give it a go though when you build your model and see how it looks!
Simon, you are an inspiration. I’ve just gotten back into the world of Lego as an adult. I was very bothered by the unnecessary rainbow of colors in the sets. Until I stumbled across this video you made of the Delorean and it changed everything. You transformed it into a work of art that can be appreciated at any angle. You inspired me to disassemble my Porsche 10295 and rebuild it from the “bricks” up. I’d love to share some photos with you. How can I send you photos?
Hi Harry, ah you are in the golden-zone of fresh rediscovery of the joy of building Lego! Good to hear that you are also already modifying some of your sets. For me building custom models and modifying and improving standard Lego sets is where I get the most enjoyment from this hobby and it sounds like you are on a similar path! Re your modified Porsche, my email's on the About page of my channel. You can send me some photos via email - they'd be good to see!. Cheers, Simon
Excellent video! I would deem it your best one yet. A 100% improvement for the underside. I am very much like you when it comes to building MOCs (or improving Lego sets) the underside needs to look good as the main sides...for swooshing and display. And much respect to the pre-build research into needed parts. BTW that many off color pieces is ridiculously out of control.
Thank you Zealor777, I worked very hard on this video & the instructions. So your comment and others too warms my heart, as it makes the work worth it! + I think this is actually a great set, but only after all the mods and off-colour parts are swapped out. Re the off-colour parts being out of control, yep, and as I mentioned in the video this seems to be more and more 'standard practice' for newer Lego sets, which is concerning. It's actually becoming that much of an issue for me that if I see another set that I'm interested in where the off-colour parts are not covered up like this DeLorean I'd have to seriously consider whether I even buy the set in the first place.
This is really great. I had bought the kit and then sold it on eBay because it just seemed wrong. Your mod fixes that. The link shows 63 part total for a cost of $7.13 (I think). That is pretty inexpensive to get it done. The gull fix is a must too. Also, another mod I saw said to get rid of the slope brings at the bottom of the gull wing windows. I forget what the fix was. Thank you again. It inspires me to buy it again when it becomes available.
Hi there! Just to let you know the parts listed and ~$7 cost is for just the cosmetic mods. You will need to look at the other list I published (linked to) for the parts needed to do the off-colour part fixes, I can't remember how much the parts cost $50-70 AUD I think. As far as the door windows - yes you can use 2x 1x8 tiles ($4162) in Medium Stone Grey for that. Happy modding to you!
@@CraftedBricks Ah, I found the "main" list. About $40 U.S. BTW I agree that Lego needs to treat AFOL as actual adults and stop using off color parts to "help" with builds.
Thanks for the sorting that parts list and instructions.I got the Delorean about a month ago now, I didn't realize what a rainbow it was underneath. Your cost for the extra parts was pretty spot on when I ordered them. (then add on postage on top).
@@CraftedBricks I'm waiting on my bricklink order to arrive so I can start the build. The store I ordered from had 78 of the 83 pieces I needed. So it should cover the majority of the rainbow bits.
Great mods ! already did the door mod and just now the windscreen one. Only thing I did diff here was to replace the 1x3 silver tiles to a 1x6 tile , just to streamline the bumper and sides. Keep up the good work !
Sounds good Rick - it honestly warms my heart to hear when people are trying out my mods and also making improvements of their own. It's what I'm trying to promote with the channel - crafting better Lego models!
This is SO awesome. I hesitated buying the LEGO-Delorean because of the color-issues, then pulled the trigger after seeing this video (and a slight price drop). AMAZING job! Did two additional mods: the window one (replacing the slopes with a long tile, not sure about the color to use though…. ) and: left side rear of the vehicle, the three reddish „cans/cylinders… I set them „inwards“ a row and put 3x „Tile, Round 1 x 1 with Bar and Pin Holder“ (20482, black) in place of them, see in the doc brown manual. It's a bit tight but manageable. For full display galore I placed Marty and Doc figures from NECA in front of the car (better scale), SO good! Up next: Shuttle rebuild getting rid of the rainbow colors…
That is excellent to hear! ...and I know of those extra mods you are talking about, they are solid changes and do improve the model. I may get around to making some further adjustments to my model as I plan to install a lighting kit at some point. Best of luck with your Shuttle re-work, it is a very good model too! : )
I found the door fix right after I built mine, but I didn’t think anything about the off-color bricks and other fixes you made. I think I’ll be fixing mine!
Hi Brody! You can certainly do my cosmetic fixes after building the model. But the off-colour parts fixes is going to require full disassembly of your model. So have a think on whether you want to do that before ordering the parts you need. It's say it is worth it, but it's up to you! Take care, cheers, Simon
Hi Bengyboy77 - thank you for letting me know! It always puts a smile on my face to hear of people who have implemented my mods and are happy with the results. All the best!
One reason LEGO uses so much colorful parts in the construction may be that the 18+ models are actually not focussed on LEGO fans alone but also on fans of different culture or pop culture genres and LEGO wants to expand their customer base by making the assembly as easy as possible for less experienced builders. Thanks for putting so much effort in sharing your improvements. What I have done immediately was swap the four 1x2 slope pieces at the base of the side windows with 1x8 light grey tiles to make the window opening look larger and IMHO improve the side profile of the car. Unfortunately that makes the thickness of the door construction more visible, but not too obvious given that the inner part of the window frame is already black.
Hi Klaus - yes I agree with you in that the 'multi-coloured' approach to model construction is one way Lego are trying to make their models easier to build and therefore more accessible to less experienced builders. I wonder if they know however that is certainly alienating their loyal fan base of long-time Lego enthusiasts? When I speak to people at my Lego club the sentiment more and more is that Lego is not only becoming a very expensive hobby but that building custom models is a more rewarding and certain experience than taking a gamble on an expensive Lego standard set.
Just bought this set today and so glad i saw this video. I have bought the replacement bricks for the mod. Sucks to spend an extra 70 bux on an already expensive set but those colors would drive me nuts.
Oh yes those coloured parts are an abomination on this set, so I think you'll be happy with the much cleaner and consistent looking result / finished model. Enjoy!
Great video. Very informative. The most annoying thing is the use of colored bricks as it detracts from the overall look of the model. I wish LEGO stop doing that. I don't need the part to be in red in order to find it.
Hi Roygo, we are definitely on the same wavelength! But as I mentioned in the video, and I'm sure you know too, it looks like this overuse of weird coloured parts is here to stay with current / recent Lego products. I'm seeing it in everything I buy and build these days and it's pushing me more and more to buy less standard Lego products and focus on building custom Lego models/MOCs instead. It's a shame really. Thanks for commenting!
Great job Simon. I totally agree with you. I always try to pay attention to details when I design a model and spend a lot of time looking for photos of the real subject from different angles to make the model as close as possible to the original. Lego should really do the same, expecially in adult sets. I think nowadays they're releasing too many sets, really too many and sometimes the miss the target. Alberto
Hi Alberto, yes it really shows with your Mega Figure designs how much you pay attention to the details of the subject. And yes I certainly agree, there is a constant stream of Lego set new releases that is hard to keep up with. I feel more and more though these days that I only buy and build the sets and MOCs that I really care about and would want to display. Anything else I pass on. : )
Finally started mine, I'm up to step 75 and it looks so much better than the images in the instructions.. you're a champion Simon, I can't thank you enough.. Ps: sorry for spamming your comments section
No problem at all! I'm always happy to hear from you - and I'm glad you are loving modding your BTTF Time Machine. You will be shocked at just how many weird and off-colour parts you have left over at the end!
I like the idea of all matching bricks, but I tell myself that Doc Brown was broke (like referenced in the movie) and probably got hold of a used DeLorean and cobbled it together with mismatched parts too.
I may be wrong but I thought Doc used his family fortune to do what he did, or was that only in the 50s and it was a bit different in the 80s. I dunno. That’s just what I always thought since I was a kid. Not sure about the reality of his situation
I remember a newspaper quote in the movie going something like "scientist squanders family fortune" or so. I always imagined he lived in a mansion but had no more money left. But in general I agree that I don't like Lego using so many off-coloured parts in their sets nowadays.
Thank you Gregory, much appreciated! I'm definitely very motivated and will continue to do more set mods and make more content that supports/helps our Lego enthusiast community. In time I feel like the channel will grow. If you build it, they will come?
Nice video and work! Am definitely going to be instituting your changes! Although when it comes to the doors I think a simpler fix is more appropriate. A 4459 friction pin seems to works well as a replacement for the supplied pin, providing enough resistance to stop the door from dropping. Whether it holds up in the long term is another question so may have to use the mod you suggested in the end! And I totally agree with you about the colours. As much as the crazy colours help to a degree when building a set, they just look ugly especially in this set.
No worries and I'm glad my video has inspired you to modify your set! Yes I've hear that the vintage style 2L pins (4459) can be a simple and easy fix for the door drop issue, so if that work for you that's an efficient fix!
Thank you for taking the time to make a parts list and instructions! Only done with bag 4 and this is taking me back to when Lego sets were a challenge. Happy BTTF day!
No problem at all Mead's Outdoor Adventures! I'm glad you appreciate the work and I can hear your enthusiasm and excitement. I think you'll really love the finished result. I plan to add a lighting kit to my set. It's one of the few set where I think lighting it up really adds to the model! Food for thought for you...
100 % agree with this video. Excellent point mate, Lego should put that in consideration. Lego sets that are targeted 18+ should be better with the colour selection based on the model. Model cars should look like a car not just in shape but also in colours both exterior and the interior. Good job on making this video. Thank you.
Thanks for commenting and sharing Marcus. And we are definitely on the same page! Let's hope that with future Creator Expert or now 'Icons' sets that are for adult builders that Lego does a better job at ensuring the finished model is accurate, on colour scheme and looks perfect for display.
Would love to do this with mine, but I already had so much trouble building it (I may be an adult, but the axels and wheel mechanics were so hard for me to do because I just kept skipping over very small parts I didn't notice) and while I do agree that the gray looks nice, I really think having it with that metallic gray look all around would've been so cool. Might risk it and try the door fix anyway because I would love to display it with the door(s) open.
Hi there - yes certainly is you have built the model already the part off-colour scheme fixes would be too much. But the door mod is certainly easy to do after you have already built the model and it integrates so well with the interior of the cabin you wouldn't know that it's a 'mod'. I reckon go for it!
You gently point out why adult Lego set are almost perfect but finally not perfect from the AFOL point of view. Lego could do the effort and fill the gap especially for "displayed" models. Great video, accuracy and explanations. I planned to buy this one in few month
It is a worthwhile set to buy Wizard Of Bricks - but you will need to factor in the extra $ to cover buying the parts to fix the model. As I said in the video I am very happy with the finished modified result, but it is a shame it wasn't that way in the first place from Lego, when it could have been. Thanks for commenting and have a superb week ahead!
Very nice video. I am motorizing this model and will certainly apply some of your fixes. I also don't like the of color pieces, but it's important to note that the "real" version has a lot o colored cables and parts.
Thank you and I'm happy to hear that you are going to apply some of my fixes and also motorize your model! That sounds like a fun and very rewarding project. All the best!
Nice job with the changes and video. I feel the same disappointment with the extra colors. This is evident across a spectrum of sets and difficult to fix after the build (i.e. UCS Star Destroyer). Amazing how much better it looks.
Thanks Patrick, much appreciated. Hey how did the CaDa Ferrari turn out? I have one as well but I've not built it yet due to lack of time. Re Lego's constant use of off-colours I 100% agree, and 'fixing' the areas where you can at times see these weird colours poking through areas of the finished model can be difficult to do retrospectively - which makes the issue even more frustrating!
That's a fair take and thought captain3186. I'm noting that the multi-coloured approach to internals for Lego models is really embedded now in almost all new Lego set releases. I still think Lego are taking this approach to make their building instructions as accessible and easy to read as possible. Have a superb day!
Hi there, I used one of the WickedBrick stands (Medium size, angled), but it is not ideal or suited to this model. I've emailed WickedBrick to ask if they are making a custom stand for the Time Machine. If they get back to me I'll let you know. In the meantime, this is the stand I used (but with a clear base): www.wickedbrick.com/collections/lego-vario/products/small-angled-multi-use-display-stand-for-lego-vehicles
Hi again, Wicked Brick sent me this response re a custom stand for this model: Good Morning Simon, Thanks for your email. Unfortunately a specifically designed stand is not currently part of our release for the DeLorean. I have however noted the interest with our design team. Kind regards Mollie
In addition to the off-scheme colors aiding in following the instructions, I also think it fits with LEGO's mission of replay-ability, even if it's for sets that are meant as display models. While most adults will build and display the Expert sets and never dismantle or preserve the sets in storage for another time, the set and parts are still intended to be played with to create other things and to use imagination to explore new ideas and designs. Getting a bunch of new and different colors in a set can inspire more creativity and options when treating an Expert set as building material rather than a goal to have a perfect model. Your efforts here are testament to how creative AFOLs can be.
That certainly a solid idea and sentiment - thanks for sharing Charles! Another commenter made a similar observation and it is a good point. Including different coloured parts for the internals of a set/model does give those who build and disassemble their models more options in terms of part colour choices to be used for other builds and MOCs. I'm actually supportive of this, BUT only if those off-colour parts are 100% not visible in the finished result. In this case for this BTTF Time Machine Lego really botched it - hence the video and fix instructions. In contrast I'm building the UCS Landspeeder at the moment and although the internals look like an 'unhinged rainbow' - the Lego designer has done a superb job at ensuring these off-colour scheme parts are 100% covered up in the finished model. So the result for the UCS model is a win-win. Coloured parts for those that want to use the set parts for other uses, but also a finished model that looks like it is supposed to!
Hi there - you can buy the parts you need for this modification from BrickLink. And this information on the list of parts you need is on the Rebrickable page that I linked to in the description of the video. There is a tutorial video on my channel too that may help on: 'how to buy Lego on BrickLink'. But you can also Google some guides. This would be a good first small project to take on for you if you are new to modifying standard Lego sets and/or new to BrickLink. Good luck!
Thank you thank you thank you!!!! It does bug me the whole coloured brick thing... I do get why, from one point of view, but as you pointed out these are targeted at adult collectors. I mean I grew up with since I was 2, so that's 48 years for me. I think by now I know how to read and interpret their instructions. but I digress, these adaptations and mods are excellent. I've even gone so far as changing a couple of grey parts in your list for black on the wheel control arms, and switched to black bands. For me that works. However great video! Thank you.
That all sounds great Matt! I'm very happy to hear that you not only like my modifications but that you've customised your model with further improvements of your own! It always brings a smile to my face to hear from fellow Lego modders and enthusiasts so thank you also for sharing/posting a comment.
When I finished building my DeLorean, the first modification I thought of was how the designers could have added nine pieces to the kit, and the three configurations would have been modular. Instead, you have to cannibalize parts of Mr. Fusion and the box of transistor tubes from the hood in order to make the BttF 1 configuration.
Haha yes that's an Australian saying or term, I'd forgotten that I must have said that in the video. So your comment and reminder made me smile and laugh when I saw it, thanks for posting!
They must have fixed the door issue, as the one i purchased a few weeks ago stay open just fine. I noticed the gap between the windshield and roof, and am glad someone fixed it! One other mod I made to mine is painting the shiny grey bricks for the steel parts of the body with a Tamiya chrome and dull coat. I thought the normal grey they used makes it look more like a toy than the off color bricks.
Fantastic video! I don't even own the set. Just a Lego fan. Love all the changes and added detail. If I ever end up purchasing this I will definitely use all of your modifications shown in this video.
I did not see the Part Bags mentioned in this video. So I thought i should mention the issue I have with Lego that some one at Lego might see your comment section of your Back to the Future Vehicle Modification Video “down the road..?” And make the necessary fixes to improve the Lego Building experience. I have some issues with these Part Bags in other builds where the bags cannot be resealed closed if a builder such as myself decides to disassemble a model or prevent loss of parts during a build distraction and discover spilled contents on the shag carpet. I redesigned my Lego Part Bags by switching them out with different sized “bag zips”to accommodate each numbered bag with the pieces that came from each bag and cutting the part bag numbers and affixing them onto the clear bag zips. My Great Nephew recently received Pirate Ship Lego with my Part Bag Re-Ziped closure modification (not knowing his Uncle had reconfigured these part bags) My Nephew thought that the Lego Imagineers had done their research on the Part Bag as he enjoyed being able to pick out the pieces he desired and reseal the others not yet ready to remove without accidently spilling two different bags together. And his Dad remembers this frustration very well. I had forgotten all about this detail and had a good laugh since they did not know I switched out the mistake before my Great Nephew opened his gift.
Hello there! You certainly have a unique and clever way to deal with storing and managing parts for Lego builds. I'm not sure that re-sealable parts bags are on the agenda for Lego but it would worth while forwarding your suggestion to them when they next run a custom survey. I think what I'm looking forward to seeing Lego do is switch to paper bags for parts as way to reduce plastic waste. I don't know when that's coming but soon I think?
Hahaha nice one! Oh well back to the lab for you, I'll help you out with creating building instructions once you've invented the working Time Machine itself!
Thanks for commenting Micah! I think in some ways they already are making large and complex and interesting sets targeted to Adults. I'm thinking the recently released Disney Castle, Bat Cave and Rivendell sets. But unfortunately the 'multi-coloured' thing is likely here to stay. : (
i thought the first mod was a bit extreme at first but the more i looked at it the more i understood what you meant. im still likely not going to fix this when i get the model though but i have heard of issues with the gull wing doors so i may look through my spare parts to try and fix that and that really shouldnt have been an issue
Hi Shark3 - thanks for commenting, and yes I understand the off-colour parts swap out is not going to be for everyone. I think if you do the door fix mod + my cosmetic mods you will be happy the finished model!
@@CraftedBricks i probably would but im going to review this set so if I did that I couldn't point it out as a criticism. for sets like the ecto 1 i think having a coloured underside is fine but with the DeLorean people may display it flying meaning that its wacky colours are on full display
The 4 slope bricks on each of the side windows make the opening look too small. Replacing them with a 1x8 tiles opens up the sides and looks much better.
I saw this video not long after I had gotten half way through my build (the whole chassis and wheel arrangements) and decided to incorporate the chassis mods into mine. Still waiting on some parts but it's about 85% done
That is sounding good Andrew and I'm glad my video helped or inspired you to modify your build. It's a fun model and when finished makes for a superb display piece! All the best!
Love the video great work , although there is one big bug thats bothering me with this kit and thats the tyres they look cheap no real detail or the lack of shape to the sidewalls . Would love it if someone did 3d printed one with Goodyear eagle on the sides too ,also I think it looks a little boxy around the doors area maybe they couldve used so curved pieces to make it look more rounded . Building this at the moment and the tyres really bug me I guess being a modeller as well always find fault somewhere😉👍
Thank you Justin! I completely understand where you are coming from - being into model making & painting myself when I was younger. A limited palette of shapes and elements that you can use (tires included) to make models like this means that they are never really going to look 'exactly' like the real subject or as good as a dedicated plastic injection molded parts model. The plus side or Lego (versus modelling) is that with their system of parts you can pretty much make anything and no gluing or painting is needed! So I guess pros and cons. Thanks for commenting and have a great week!
Great video!! Thanks to you I now also have the black bottem. Just one quick question. Where did you get that stand for the car? I realy like it and I want ome for myself.
That great to hear that you fixed your BTTF Time Machine model Niels! ...as for the stand it's linked in the video description, BUT that stand is not at all suited to this model. The model is unbalanced and will fall off relatively easily. I have some stands from iDisplayit (Google them) on order - when they arrive I'm happy to let you know if they are suited to this model.
I will and I'm happy to email you a photo when they arrive and I've tested them. I wouldn't make a dedicated video just for the stands though, it would only be of interest to a select few people. All good though, and I'll be in contact soon. 👌
Hi Neil's I did yes! But I''ve not had the time due to work to test them + take some photos. I'll do it over the weekend and do a Community post on the channel. 🙂
If you don’t wanna do the gull wing door mod you can also replace the black technic pins with 90s- early 2000s pins, switched some from my 2005 star destroyer and they work fine
@@CraftedBricks I think they do they feel more rigid now than the newer ones, however having them sit on a shelf since 2005 might have helped also 😂, I saw that this might work so I tried it and it worked for mine 🤷🏻♂️
Excellent that you tried out this option before going ahead and buying or sourcing parts for an alternate mod. That speaks to the spirit of modding! Experimentation.
Sounds good Blooket Baby, if you want to do the off-colour part fixes make sure you have the parts you need ahead of starting your build. If you want to do the door fix and my cosmetic mods, these can be done to the standard model after you have already built it. Enjoy!
Hi Simon, I have just started this build with all your suggestions and after watching the video again it got me wondering with so many spare parts left over what is your way of storing all your spare parts. Do you have them catalogued, do you just have them all in a big bucket, do you sort them by colour or style or both, do you store them by part number, just wondering how you do it? Thx Chris
That's a good question Chris! I store spare parts in a series of storage cabinets that I'll link to below. Each tray typically has a single part type (but sometimes 2-3 part types) with mixed colours. So I sort parts by 'type', versus both type and colour. I find when I'm hunting for a part for something I'm building or finding parts for a moc it is easiest to find the tray with the part type I want and then fish around for parts of that type with the colour I need. I also have a LOT of unsorted parts at the moment, that I'm working on sorting bit by bit, but it is a never ending chore! I also have some larger trays/bins for bulk parts like large plates, bricks, etc. I sort my parts differently when preparing for a build, that you will actually see in my next video! (I'm working on it now). Here are the cabinets I use: Type 1: www.amazon.com.au/Akro-Mils-10764-64-Drawer-Plastic-Hardware/dp/B000VTSOKS/ref=sr_1_8?crid=20TZ9J1GX6KI1&keywords=Akro-Mils+10124+24&qid=1680004985&s=home-improvement&sprefix=akro-mils+10124+24%2Chome-improvement%2C261&sr=1-8 Type 2: www.amazon.com.au/Akro-Mils-10124-Plastic-Hardware-6-5-Inch/dp/B003TV3NL0/ref=sr_1_1?crid=20TZ9J1GX6KI1&keywords=Akro-Mils+10124+24&qid=1680004985&s=home-improvement&sprefix=akro-mils+10124+24%2Chome-improvement%2C261&sr=1-1
really really nice modifications and that's what I do with most of my sets I own :D to please my eye :P But there is one but when you want to resell a set after some time, from what ever reason, bringing back all of the 'original' parts can be a nightmare xD
Thanks Sebastian - and good to hear that you also like to mod your sets like I do! Good point about re-selling. I typically only sell boxed sets that I've not built and don't want anymore, but you make a good point. I think for me I'll keep this Delorean Time Machine in my collection permanently!
So much better!!!!! I absolutely ditest the bright colour parts used these days! Absolutely stupid and pointless! Ive been building Lego sets for over 40 years and never needed colour coding on any kit ive ever built, in all those years!
We are definitely on the same page! I often get frustrated when building any standard Lego set these days at constantly having to swap out brightly coloured parts that aren't properly hidden in the finished build. It just shouldn't be something we have to do. Thanks for commenting! : )
Just built the standard set. One of my doors opens normally and stays open by itself. It has enough friction to do so. So that’s interesting. Different tolerances in the parts? Also the colours in the rear hatch area look more like the colourful colours in the movie car, but agree I’d like to see more detail there. I think with this sort of 18+ set it should be all the correct colour pieces, and none of the instruction marking colour pieces. I mean people seek out jigsaw puzzles with huge areas of blue sky. They don’t add tiny fake detail to the sky pieces like numbers, do they?
Solid points and I'm glad you enjoyed your build! Yes some people don't experience the doors dropping as there may be just enough friction in the pins to keep them open. I've heard you can buy some vintage Technic pins that may be marginally larger, than can be used and the doors will stay open. I'm happy with the mod though, it's very easy to do and works really well. : )
No problem Regina you are welcome! You'll find that you can easily do the cosmetic mods after you've already built your model. But of course as I mentioned in the video if you want to do the off-colour fixes it will unfortunately involve a full dissemble and re-build. Happy modding!
Great video, I'm curious though, did you make the MOC-110625? You link this MOC in your comments, there are only 63 bricks in that MOC. It would appear that there are a lot more pieces than that used to do the color fix mod you performed in this video.
Yes of course I designed this MOC! I've responded to your comment properly on Rebrickable. You unfortunately missed reading the Description section on the MOC page which has the information you need + a link to the required parts inventory for the off-colour parts fix. All the best with modifying your set : )
Have this model and will probably make the changes recommended at some point. Now to just make the front wheels to steer and also fold under somehow....
Sounds good SteelShade... Front wheels that steer AND retain the flipping mechanism would be a tough challenge, and perhaps not worth it. But of course up to you! It would really depend on how you are displaying your model. If it's a model you regularly handle and steering is important then go for it!
After building the DeLorean last year, I've just ordered the light kit by LightMyBricks this last week during a sale and had your video show up on my feed. Would your modifications interfere with the added wiring and LEDs?
Hi Caleb, my mods to swap-out all of the off-colour parts won't affect the install of your lighting kit at all (but you will have to re-build your model from scratch if you want to do those changes). As for my cosmetic mods I don't think there will be an issue. The only thing that comes to mind however is that with my version of the hood, the hood is a tight fit, and I suspect your lighting kit will use the space under the hood for the battery box etc. So you may have to make some adjustments but as I've not installed a lighting kit to my model I can't say 100% for sure. All the best with lighting up your model!
Buenas tardes, el Delorean es muy bonito pero tengo una duda, a ver si me la puedes responder. La base donde colocas el Delorean como si estuviera flotando viene incluida en la caja?? Muchas gracias. Un saludo!
No the clear acrylic display stand is not included with the set. Please check the description of the video for a link to the display stand I recommend for this model. : )
Thank you for this video! I have many of the MEGA Construx Collector Series Call of Duty sets, and they don't use Bright Color internal bricks inside the model. To this day, all the sets doesn't have bright color internal bricks, no sticker sheet, all bricks are tempo graph, their mini figures have at least 12 points of articulations too. Anyway, I just purchase this DeLorean LEGO set. I will definitely do the mods in your video. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. Subbed and Liked.
Sounds good Aliasangelaluas, I hope your BTTF Delorean build & mod experience is enjoyable, for when you get to it. I've not built any Mega Construx models, but I have looked at them, you've inspired me to take a another look and see if there's a model with picking up! 😀
@@CraftedBricks for Mega Construx, I love their Call of Duty sets. Because I'm a huge fan of real life military vehicles, which go against Lego philosophy.
Richard - an alternate option if you are 'ok' with the off-colour parts is to just do the cosmetic mods & door fix. That way you don't have to fully disassemble your model!
Do you build on felt? Id love to see a tour of your space. Are there advantages to using felt as a building surface? Presumably less chance of scratches?
Hi Dylan - I shoot all the overhead scenes that you see in my videos with a 'pin board' type material covering my desk. I do often build on it as well. It's a firm material but is softer than a hard desk surface so yes helps to ensure I don't scratch or damage my models. The main reason for it however is that it provides a good non-reflective surface so that the overhead scenes are not overly bright and hard to look at. Where are you located? If you are in Australia I can link you to the product, it's sold by Bunnings which is a hardware retailer here in Australia. Re a studio tour - yes one day! Making some 'behind the scenes' videos has been on mind...
Thanks! There's a link to the stand I used in the video in the Description (it's a WickedBrick stand). But I don't think that is a good stand for this model, I found a better one that I now use, it's this one: www.idisplayit.co.uk/stands/8cm-angled-display-stand-for-lego-models/
@@CraftedBricks ah thanks for the updated stand info! Absolutely love your rework btw. A little gutted I only found your video after I finished my build but it's still a fantastic model. I'm definitely gonna get that fix in for the gull wing doors though. Much as I love the model Lego really dropped the ball on that one!
Thanks for the fixes an sharing you're video. I understand what you mean with the off-color bricks. But honestly I do not mind it that much. What does bother me (as seeing no one else had mentioned this, I must be the only one) the electrical cables on the side of the car. There thin, one colored and they are in the front of the car at almost a straight angle instead of aligning it above the front wheel spacing. That is something i would really love to see changed...
Hi Pascal - thanks for commenting. I see what you mean about the black wiring not following the curved line of the front wheel arches. I almost think you'd have to 'glue' the flexible part used tp get it to that proper curved shape. It would be difficult to shift the anchor parts to alternate positions to improve its line. If you try it, let me know how you go!
I'm sure it will be soon! And despite my gripes with the set (hence the 'how to fix video') it is very much a beautiful display piece that is well worth it!
Haha all good and I'm glad you like the changes! Getting rid of all those off-colour parts makes a huge positive difference to the model that's for sure.
Hi there - thank you! Re the Optimus Prime, I definitely intend to buy the model. But when it goes on sale it seems a bit overpriced. I'll have to look over the building instructions when they release in June to see if the model has any issues. I think it would be good for me to at least do a comparison video between the Lego one and the custom one I built ages ago as designed by Tyler Clites from Lego Masters. I'll see how I go, I've a got a busy schedule / line up videos to make over the next 2-3 months!
Hi Angel, the cables are all from the set itself I didn't use any extra cables. Look up the set on Brickset and you can see the inventory of parts for the standard Lego set, this will give you the part numbers for all of the cable types used. All the best! 👌
I'm about to buy this as my first lego kit (I build allot of models and looking to start lego kits) how much does it cost to buy all the replacement parts for the off color peices??
Hi DarkHunter540, you have picked a great set to start your Lego journey with! ...and with your model building experience will be right at home with modding I'm sure. Rebrickable provides part cost estimates, check both the Inventory tab on the main page for this mod, AND make sure you click on the link for the other parts list (link in the main description on Rebrickable) for the off-colour scheme parts required. I separated the lists/inventories as many people will only want to do the cosmetic mods. Btw scale the Rebrickable cost estimates by +~20% to cover shipping when you order parts from BrickLink. 👌
Hello, yes with the doors sometimes, depending on your build the friction with the current pins is enough to keep the doors open. As to your issue with the wheels not sitting completely flat/level when the model is switched to flying mode - I've hear that this issue could be related to some of the early build steps (e.g. 23-28) when you are first fitting the Technic gears to to the model. You may need to do some partial disassembly and adjustment of the Technic elements to fix the issue. Good luck!
@@CraftedBricks I appreciate the reply! After looking back thru the instructions shortly after leaving my initial comment, I had suspected as much with the gears and the pin after seeing the strange angle the diagram was showing. I ripped the front end off (fairly easy) and as much of the back end as I needed to (a bit more annoying) and tinkered around with pin orientation and how the gears were lined up and now the left side is only like a degree or two off simply due to the gear teeth. I was certainly relieved to figure this out since now I can display the other two forms of the build off properly.
Great stuff gonna use all mods when finally got my unit, I still think that the model should be of bigger scale to apprieciate all the details it should have.
Hi Lucas - I think you'll be happy with the modified model + shocked at just how many off-colour parts you have left over! At least you will have part as spares for other builds. And I agree a larger scaled and super accurate model would be awesome, but I think we would have to look to Rebrickable/a custom for that!
A good video. However, I must say I have just built the set. The gull-wing doors stay open for me, which is probably a sign that LEGO has taken the criticism and released new sets with better parts.
Sounds good Tac_Eagle, I think maybe the pins in your set are slightly larger/have more friction so your doors are staying up. Great to it and that you both liked my video and of course the Lego set!
I think the wheel arches look wrong because they stick out at the top but then do not carry on down to the bottom. So it is like the wheel arch has been cut off at the bottom this spoils the flow around the wheels and it just sticks out then is just cut off. It should continue down to the bottom, the Ford Mustang has the same problem.
Hi Karen, I know what you mean and I think from memory RacingBrick commented on a similar issue with the wheel arches in that they are not round enough and/or too small for the size of wheels used. Unfortunately this not really fixable as we are limited by the part moldings themselves. I personally think the model looks best in its flying mode - in this mode too the wheel arches in my opinion look ok!
Hi Mike - please check out the full Description of the MOC on Rebrickable. There is a separate parts list that I link to for the parts list for the off-colour fixes. The 63 parts is for the cosmetic improvements only. And yes the parts for the door fix are sperate and are listed on TopAces page for his mod. I hope this makes everything clear, let me know if you have any further questions.
The time machine from LEGO is already a very nice model. But with your improvements, it's awesome now! 👍Why does LEGO think we need all the colorful bricks?! Would also like a stand like the one you use, but WickedBrick charges £25.00 for shipping to Germany... 😔😔
Hi Joda65, it was actually a good thing you decided to pass on the WickedBrick stand, the one I used is not well suited to the Time Machine. I'm on the lookout for an alternative acrylic stand but I've not found one yet. 🤔 If you find a good option let me know!
If only I was CEO at Lego, I would search videos for people like you and others to work for me, in order to make better sets in all theme areas, especially Technic. Lego could really benefit from modders.
I've thought something similar too from time to time. I wonder if one or more of the Lego design teams do research and look at what the Lego Enthusiast community is doing to inform their designs. I suspect they do!
Now that is going to be quite the project! Painting Lego parts is not easy, but it sounds like as you are taking this on that you are experienced. Good luck with your project!
@@CraftedBricks Yeah, the hardest part is finding out which bricks are part of the body and not losing them while painting! If it turns out well, I'll probably post a video or share it in FB.
Simon, can you / do you want to disclose (roughly) what is has costs to get rid of the rainbow colors? Not included / or excluded the additional detailing you added.
Hi Whatsup S - according to Rebrickable, for the 332 parts you need for the off-colour parts fix/replacements the cost is ~$58 AUD, but you'll need to add + 20% or so to factor in variability in pricing + shipping costs. I was able to source the parts I needed from just 2 orders. But as I ordered other parts from those BrickLink sellers it's difficult for me to reply with an 'exact' cost. ~$70 AUD total seems about right though.
I think that would be very straight forward. All you'd need to do is follow Lego's instructions to add the alternate wheels and then also add the transistors and so on to the bonnet. Lego include the parts to make all 3 version of the Time Machine in the set!
This could be fixed by lego, but would be a pain on there end. You leave the instructions with the bright color ms to show where the parts go, you then put on the dark color parts that match the bright color. This would cause some confusion for some but this is an adult set so would be fine
Hi Brent, Lego definitely included the off-colored parts deliberately! But the guide I published on Rebrickable tells you for each building step which correct dark colored parts to swap-in to fix the set You can download the guide for free on Rebrickable if you are interested in doing this mod! Thanks for checking in.
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I will never understand why LEGO insists on using off color, bright colored parts, especially when on-color scheme colors of those parts already exist. It's infuriating.
I think it’s to draw attention to key elements that are needed in the building imagine you’re building an assembly in all black it’d be hard to see where a 1x2 starts and a 1x4 starts for example but if one of those was red, it’d be easier to tell that’s my only guess
Had to comment again... recently watch some other videos of mods for the BTTF time machine and yours were by far the best looking, most thoroughly researched and relatable mods. Respect again to you sir.
I'm so pleased this all being so well received! Thank you again and I hope you enjoy your finished, modified and improved Time Machine!
Thank you for this video. I did exactly everything in this vid (replaced the colored parts, fixed the gull-wing doors, and cosmetic mods) and it definitely made the Delorean look even better. Great job!
That's so good to hear and I can hear the joy in your message! 😁 Thanks for letting me know you did all the mods and that you are happy with your improved model! If displaying your model in flying mode that stand I recommend in the Community post works really well 😀
Oh my goddd.....My delorean set will arrive within a week, I cant wait to build it using your upgraded version
Sounds good! you'll need to get the additional parts you need before you start your build, but I'm confident without the off colours your end result is going to be much better than the standard build!
I think your model would look even better if you used the 1x1 round tile with clock print that was used in the Encanto set for the clock on the dashboard. Surprised Lego didn't do that originally.
Oh yes I see what you mean. This part here: brickset.com/parts/6372427/flat-tile-1x1-round-no-185 Good call!
Good idea
I think the set is awesome regardless of how many issues. Modifying existing sets is part of the fun.
It's awesome to see how much love and attention this set is getting from the Lego community. Can't wait to build it.
Oh yes, this model has a such a strong nostalgia pull and factor to it as the BTTF movies were/are much loved! So it's no surprise it's popular. Enjoy your build!
Great video. I modded that set as well:
- Replaced the cheese slopes by a tile on the doors (bottom of the window)
- Replaced the four black pins with balls by light gray ones on the frame bars between the windshield and the doors
- Put 2 coats of transparent neil polish on the pins holding the doors so that they can remain in opened position.
- Rotated 1/4 turn the round brick at the end of the axle activatinf the light, so it can remain lit.
- Replaced two 1x2 plates by two modified plate with rails around the back license plate assembly, so it can be removed more easily.
I also plan to get extra pieces to build all the accessories of the three different versions _without having to dissassemble pieces_ here and there every time.
Reading your comment brought a smile to face this morning! Great to hear from a fellow Lego modder, including someone who like me doesn't baulk at using something like nail polish to fix a problem! Well done with that + all the best for your future mods/setting your model up to allow you to easily change the model into the 3 different variations.
I've actually had this set since roughly mid last year sitting and waiting for the chance to build it. I'm always on the lookout for moc improvements I can make, but didn't know enough about the set to do so (the only thing I knew for certain is that the doors don't remain open on their own). After doing a bit of research and finding several mocs on rebrickle/youtube with the intentions of taking the best parts of each, I came across your video and I was truly flabbergasted at the amount of off color parts there were... more unforgivable is how visible the are along the underside and interior. That plastic tub you displayed in your video could easily be thrown into a box and re-marketed as a new " LEGO Classics" set. Thank you for your step by step guide, it was very easy to go through my own parts library and identity what I needed... I had roughly 80% of the replacement color pieces in my own collection, and the remaining ones just arrived in the mail today. So I'll look forward to building this from scratch over the weekend, and even have plans to build my own display stand and do moc versions of Marty and Doc from all 3 movies.
Hi John, I really pleased to read that you've found my mod video & off-colour parts replacement guide! I wish you all the best with your build and I think you'll be very happy with the cleaner and consistent looking finished model. Cheers, Simon
I got this set for Christmas and immediately thought it needed some modifications. I was going to tackle it in 2023, but this saves me a TON of work!! Thanks! :)
No problem at all and I think you'll appreciate the 'off-colour scheme' part fixes they make a world of difference to the end result.
Thank you so much for great information! This was the video that I was looking for to fix the gull wing door and off-color parts:)
No problem you are welcome! And I'm very happy to hear that you have or will modify and improve your model Happy modding!
this is what a true 18+ set should be! great work craftedbricks, and lego come on.
Thanks Lithographer - yes this set - unmodified is definitely a let down. Let's hope future Creator Expert sets are not as bad!
Love the video, the colour parts just don’t seem to distract me, but it’s awesome that you put this video together for those who are. All the mods are brilliant
Good to hear! And despite the off-colours it is a cool model; and I'm grateful to Lego for bringing us this much loved vehicle in Lego form!
Very thorough and well spoken! This is the best video I've seen on this set. You deserve way more subs sir! Just managed to buy all the recolor parts, cosmetic parts and door fix parts for around $80 USD. Not bad at all!
Thank you! And it is great to hear that 1) you are going to be modifying your set and 2) that you were able to buy all the parts from BrickLink at a very respectable price! There are few other minor mods that I've seen since publishing my video and instructions. For example - I don't mind the fix to enlarge the door windows by replacing the 4x 1x2 sloped elements of the bottom sill with a 1x8 tile. Maybe something to consider when you are building your set.
@@CraftedBricks Thank you! I actually saw a comment down below mentioning that, so I bought a couple 1x8's to push one of my orders over the minimum shipping limit. We'll see how it looks. Also got a couple 1x1 half circle black tiles to replace the white ones on the very top of the Mr. Fusion. Apparently the real one had a black top. The sad part, I haven't actually been able to score the 10300 set yet. Out of stock every where. I'm trying really hard not to give into the scalpers on Ebay. Lol... But definitely looking forward to the challenge of swapping all the bright color parts with your instructions while building the set. Should be good fun!
@@Rollin3D - Ah I see you are all over this and that you are prepared in advance! I think 'hold' for when you can get the set at the proper retail price. It'll be back in stock soon I'm sure. Enjoy!
Good job, when I finally get mine, I will definitely revisit this video and follow your lead, just one thing, the four 1x2 cheese slopes on the doors still look wrong, I would be swapping them out for tiles to open that window area up.
I also agree, BTTF 2 had the best version of the time machine
Sounds good Lunch, if you do want to do the off-colour parts replacements as I mentioned in the video, you can only really do this if you have the parts pre-ordered and with you as you build the set for the first time. Re the 1x2 cheese slope elements for the door sills, I see where you are going with opening up the window voids more, but I fear it may look a little odd with only flat tiles. Give it a go though when you build your model and see how it looks!
I added a single 1x8 plate on the door and imo it looks better. Try it!
@@BetterReload I was finally able to order a set yesterday, I will definitely be doing it
Simon, you are an inspiration. I’ve just gotten back into the world of Lego as an adult. I was very bothered by the unnecessary rainbow of colors in the sets. Until I stumbled across this video you made of the Delorean and it changed everything. You transformed it into a work of art that can be appreciated at any angle. You inspired me to disassemble my Porsche 10295 and rebuild it from the “bricks” up. I’d love to share some photos with you. How can I send you photos?
Hi Harry, ah you are in the golden-zone of fresh rediscovery of the joy of building Lego! Good to hear that you are also already modifying some of your sets. For me building custom models and modifying and improving standard Lego sets is where I get the most enjoyment from this hobby and it sounds like you are on a similar path! Re your modified Porsche, my email's on the About page of my channel. You can send me some photos via email - they'd be good to see!. Cheers, Simon
Excellent video! I would deem it your best one yet. A 100% improvement for the underside. I am very much like you when it comes to building MOCs (or improving Lego sets) the underside needs to look good as the main sides...for swooshing and display. And much respect to the pre-build research into needed parts. BTW that many off color pieces is ridiculously out of control.
Thank you Zealor777, I worked very hard on this video & the instructions. So your comment and others too warms my heart, as it makes the work worth it! + I think this is actually a great set, but only after all the mods and off-colour parts are swapped out. Re the off-colour parts being out of control, yep, and as I mentioned in the video this seems to be more and more 'standard practice' for newer Lego sets, which is concerning. It's actually becoming that much of an issue for me that if I see another set that I'm interested in where the off-colour parts are not covered up like this DeLorean I'd have to seriously consider whether I even buy the set in the first place.
This is really great. I had bought the kit and then sold it on eBay because it just seemed wrong. Your mod fixes that. The link shows 63 part total for a cost of $7.13 (I think). That is pretty inexpensive to get it done. The gull fix is a must too. Also, another mod I saw said to get rid of the slope brings at the bottom of the gull wing windows. I forget what the fix was. Thank you again. It inspires me to buy it again when it becomes available.
Hi there! Just to let you know the parts listed and ~$7 cost is for just the cosmetic mods. You will need to look at the other list I published (linked to) for the parts needed to do the off-colour part fixes, I can't remember how much the parts cost $50-70 AUD I think. As far as the door windows - yes you can use 2x 1x8 tiles ($4162) in Medium Stone Grey for that. Happy modding to you!
@@CraftedBricks Ah, I found the "main" list. About $40 U.S. BTW I agree that Lego needs to treat AFOL as actual adults and stop using off color parts to "help" with builds.
Wow, I really appreciate all the work you've put into the modification instructions. Really well done 👏🏻
Thank you Alden! I have a few other mod projects I am working on in the background too so there's more to come.
Thanks for the sorting that parts list and instructions.I got the Delorean about a month ago now, I didn't realize what a rainbow it was underneath. Your cost for the extra parts was pretty spot on when I ordered them. (then add on postage on top).
No problem at all and I'm glad you went through with this and modified your set!
@@CraftedBricks I'm waiting on my bricklink order to arrive so I can start the build. The store I ordered from had 78 of the 83 pieces I needed. So it should cover the majority of the rainbow bits.
Great mods ! already did the door mod and just now the windscreen one. Only thing I did diff here was to replace the 1x3 silver tiles to a 1x6 tile , just to streamline the bumper and sides. Keep up the good work !
Sounds good Rick - it honestly warms my heart to hear when people are trying out my mods and also making improvements of their own. It's what I'm trying to promote with the channel - crafting better Lego models!
Thanks!
You are a gem Damien! Thank you.
This is SO awesome. I hesitated buying the LEGO-Delorean because of the color-issues, then pulled the trigger after seeing this video (and a slight price drop). AMAZING job!
Did two additional mods: the window one (replacing the slopes with a long tile, not sure about the color to use though…. ) and: left side rear of the vehicle, the three reddish „cans/cylinders… I set them „inwards“ a row and put 3x „Tile, Round 1 x 1 with Bar and Pin Holder“ (20482, black) in place of them, see in the doc brown manual. It's a bit tight but manageable.
For full display galore I placed Marty and Doc figures from NECA in front of the car (better scale), SO good!
Up next: Shuttle rebuild getting rid of the rainbow colors…
That is excellent to hear! ...and I know of those extra mods you are talking about, they are solid changes and do improve the model. I may get around to making some further adjustments to my model as I plan to install a lighting kit at some point. Best of luck with your Shuttle re-work, it is a very good model too! : )
I found the door fix right after I built mine, but I didn’t think anything about the off-color bricks and other fixes you made. I think I’ll be fixing mine!
Hi Brody! You can certainly do my cosmetic fixes after building the model. But the off-colour parts fixes is going to require full disassembly of your model. So have a think on whether you want to do that before ordering the parts you need. It's say it is worth it, but it's up to you! Take care, cheers, Simon
on the doors, the designers of the delorean had to bring in aircraft engineers to build struts to hold the doors up
Wow. Did the mods for the console and the rear area, and it looks 1000x better. Thank you for the video.
Hi Bengyboy77 - thank you for letting me know! It always puts a smile on my face to hear of people who have implemented my mods and are happy with the results. All the best!
One reason LEGO uses so much colorful parts in the construction may be that the 18+ models are actually not focussed on LEGO fans alone but also on fans of different culture or pop culture genres and LEGO wants to expand their customer base by making the assembly as easy as possible for less experienced builders.
Thanks for putting so much effort in sharing your improvements.
What I have done immediately was swap the four 1x2 slope pieces at the base of the side windows with 1x8 light grey tiles to make the window opening look larger and IMHO improve the side profile of the car. Unfortunately that makes the thickness of the door construction more visible, but not too obvious given that the inner part of the window frame is already black.
Hi Klaus - yes I agree with you in that the 'multi-coloured' approach to model construction is one way Lego are trying to make their models easier to build and therefore more accessible to less experienced builders. I wonder if they know however that is certainly alienating their loyal fan base of long-time Lego enthusiasts? When I speak to people at my Lego club the sentiment more and more is that Lego is not only becoming a very expensive hobby but that building custom models is a more rewarding and certain experience than taking a gamble on an expensive Lego standard set.
Just bought this set today and so glad i saw this video. I have bought the replacement bricks for the mod. Sucks to spend an extra 70 bux on an already expensive set but those colors would drive me nuts.
Oh yes those coloured parts are an abomination on this set, so I think you'll be happy with the much cleaner and consistent looking result / finished model. Enjoy!
Great video. Very informative. The most annoying thing is the use of colored bricks as it detracts from the overall look of the model. I wish LEGO stop doing that. I don't need the part to be in red in order to find it.
Hi Roygo, we are definitely on the same wavelength! But as I mentioned in the video, and I'm sure you know too, it looks like this overuse of weird coloured parts is here to stay with current / recent Lego products. I'm seeing it in everything I buy and build these days and it's pushing me more and more to buy less standard Lego products and focus on building custom Lego models/MOCs instead. It's a shame really. Thanks for commenting!
Great job Simon. I totally agree with you. I always try to pay attention to details when I design a model and spend a lot of time looking for photos of the real subject from different angles to make the model as close as possible to the original. Lego should really do the same, expecially in adult sets. I think nowadays they're releasing too many sets, really too many and sometimes the miss the target.
Alberto
Hi Alberto, yes it really shows with your Mega Figure designs how much you pay attention to the details of the subject. And yes I certainly agree, there is a constant stream of Lego set new releases that is hard to keep up with. I feel more and more though these days that I only buy and build the sets and MOCs that I really care about and would want to display. Anything else I pass on. : )
Finally started mine, I'm up to step 75 and it looks so much better than the images in the instructions.. you're a champion Simon, I can't thank you enough..
Ps: sorry for spamming your comments section
No problem at all! I'm always happy to hear from you - and I'm glad you are loving modding your BTTF Time Machine. You will be shocked at just how many weird and off-colour parts you have left over at the end!
I like the idea of all matching bricks, but I tell myself that Doc Brown was broke (like referenced in the movie) and probably got hold of a used DeLorean and cobbled it together with mismatched parts too.
I may be wrong but I thought Doc used his family fortune to do what he did, or was that only in the 50s and it was a bit different in the 80s. I dunno. That’s just what I always thought since I was a kid. Not sure about the reality of his situation
I remember a newspaper quote in the movie going something like "scientist squanders family fortune" or so. I always imagined he lived in a mansion but had no more money left.
But in general I agree that I don't like Lego using so many off-coloured parts in their sets nowadays.
oh yeah! you're right, now I remember. My bad, sorry@@cecilm3720
Dude, you deserve soooo many more followers and likes! Well done!
Thank you Gregory, much appreciated! I'm definitely very motivated and will continue to do more set mods and make more content that supports/helps our Lego enthusiast community. In time I feel like the channel will grow. If you build it, they will come?
this is so exciting!!! I can't wait to make these corrections
@@johngabel9254 - I like your enthusiasm John! All the best to you with rebuilding / modifying your Delorean! 🙂
Nice video and work! Am definitely going to be instituting your changes! Although when it comes to the doors I think a simpler fix is more appropriate. A 4459 friction pin seems to works well as a replacement for the supplied pin, providing enough resistance to stop the door from dropping. Whether it holds up in the long term is another question so may have to use the mod you suggested in the end!
And I totally agree with you about the colours. As much as the crazy colours help to a degree when building a set, they just look ugly especially in this set.
No worries and I'm glad my video has inspired you to modify your set! Yes I've hear that the vintage style 2L pins (4459) can be a simple and easy fix for the door drop issue, so if that work for you that's an efficient fix!
Thank you for taking the time to make a parts list and instructions! Only done with bag 4 and this is taking me back to when Lego sets were a challenge. Happy BTTF day!
No problem at all Mead's Outdoor Adventures! I'm glad you appreciate the work and I can hear your enthusiasm and excitement. I think you'll really love the finished result. I plan to add a lighting kit to my set. It's one of the few set where I think lighting it up really adds to the model! Food for thought for you...
100 % agree with this video. Excellent point mate, Lego should put that in consideration. Lego sets that are targeted 18+ should be better with the colour selection based on the model. Model cars should look like a car not just in shape but also in colours both exterior and the interior. Good job on making this video. Thank you.
Thanks for commenting and sharing Marcus. And we are definitely on the same page! Let's hope that with future Creator Expert or now 'Icons' sets that are for adult builders that Lego does a better job at ensuring the finished model is accurate, on colour scheme and looks perfect for display.
Would love to do this with mine, but I already had so much trouble building it (I may be an adult, but the axels and wheel mechanics were so hard for me to do because I just kept skipping over very small parts I didn't notice) and while I do agree that the gray looks nice, I really think having it with that metallic gray look all around would've been so cool.
Might risk it and try the door fix anyway because I would love to display it with the door(s) open.
Hi there - yes certainly is you have built the model already the part off-colour scheme fixes would be too much. But the door mod is certainly easy to do after you have already built the model and it integrates so well with the interior of the cabin you wouldn't know that it's a 'mod'. I reckon go for it!
You gently point out why adult Lego set are almost perfect but finally not perfect from the AFOL point of view.
Lego could do the effort and fill the gap especially for "displayed" models.
Great video, accuracy and explanations.
I planned to buy this one in few month
It is a worthwhile set to buy Wizard Of Bricks - but you will need to factor in the extra $ to cover buying the parts to fix the model. As I said in the video I am very happy with the finished modified result, but it is a shame it wasn't that way in the first place from Lego, when it could have been. Thanks for commenting and have a superb week ahead!
0:02 Just noticed the camera reflected in the numberplate! Need to watch these films again in HD...
Very nice video. I am motorizing this model and will certainly apply some of your fixes. I also don't like the of color pieces, but it's important to note that the "real" version has a lot o colored cables and parts.
Thank you and I'm happy to hear that you are going to apply some of my fixes and also motorize your model! That sounds like a fun and very rewarding project. All the best!
Nice job with the changes and video. I feel the same disappointment with the extra colors. This is evident across a spectrum of sets and difficult to fix after the build (i.e. UCS Star Destroyer). Amazing how much better it looks.
Thanks Patrick, much appreciated. Hey how did the CaDa Ferrari turn out? I have one as well but I've not built it yet due to lack of time. Re Lego's constant use of off-colours I 100% agree, and 'fixing' the areas where you can at times see these weird colours poking through areas of the finished model can be difficult to do retrospectively - which makes the issue even more frustrating!
I'm going to go out on a limb here and say I think the off color's may be a stylized choice to highlight the model's LEGO nature if that makes sense.
That's a fair take and thought captain3186. I'm noting that the multi-coloured approach to internals for Lego models is really embedded now in almost all new Lego set releases. I still think Lego are taking this approach to make their building instructions as accessible and easy to read as possible. Have a superb day!
Where did you get the stand to display the Delorean and can you provide the link? Thanks
Hi there, I used one of the WickedBrick stands (Medium size, angled), but it is not ideal or suited to this model. I've emailed WickedBrick to ask if they are making a custom stand for the Time Machine. If they get back to me I'll let you know. In the meantime, this is the stand I used (but with a clear base): www.wickedbrick.com/collections/lego-vario/products/small-angled-multi-use-display-stand-for-lego-vehicles
Hi again, Wicked Brick sent me this response re a custom stand for this model:
Good Morning Simon,
Thanks for your email.
Unfortunately a specifically designed stand is not currently part of our release for the DeLorean.
I have however noted the interest with our design team.
Kind regards
Mollie
In addition to the off-scheme colors aiding in following the instructions, I also think it fits with LEGO's mission of replay-ability, even if it's for sets that are meant as display models. While most adults will build and display the Expert sets and never dismantle or preserve the sets in storage for another time, the set and parts are still intended to be played with to create other things and to use imagination to explore new ideas and designs. Getting a bunch of new and different colors in a set can inspire more creativity and options when treating an Expert set as building material rather than a goal to have a perfect model.
Your efforts here are testament to how creative AFOLs can be.
That certainly a solid idea and sentiment - thanks for sharing Charles! Another commenter made a similar observation and it is a good point. Including different coloured parts for the internals of a set/model does give those who build and disassemble their models more options in terms of part colour choices to be used for other builds and MOCs. I'm actually supportive of this, BUT only if those off-colour parts are 100% not visible in the finished result. In this case for this BTTF Time Machine Lego really botched it - hence the video and fix instructions. In contrast I'm building the UCS Landspeeder at the moment and although the internals look like an 'unhinged rainbow' - the Lego designer has done a superb job at ensuring these off-colour scheme parts are 100% covered up in the finished model. So the result for the UCS model is a win-win. Coloured parts for those that want to use the set parts for other uses, but also a finished model that looks like it is supposed to!
Barvo! Tks for your share but where can buy your kit that look very more parts!
Hi there - you can buy the parts you need for this modification from BrickLink. And this information on the list of parts you need is on the Rebrickable page that I linked to in the description of the video. There is a tutorial video on my channel too that may help on: 'how to buy Lego on BrickLink'. But you can also Google some guides. This would be a good first small project to take on for you if you are new to modifying standard Lego sets and/or new to BrickLink. Good luck!
@@CraftedBricks ok Tks a lot
Thank you thank you thank you!!!! It does bug me the whole coloured brick thing... I do get why, from one point of view, but as you pointed out these are targeted at adult collectors. I mean I grew up with since I was 2, so that's 48 years for me. I think by now I know how to read and interpret their instructions.
but I digress, these adaptations and mods are excellent. I've even gone so far as changing a couple of grey parts in your list for black on the wheel control arms, and switched to black bands. For me that works. However great video! Thank you.
That all sounds great Matt! I'm very happy to hear that you not only like my modifications but that you've customised your model with further improvements of your own! It always brings a smile to my face to hear from fellow Lego modders and enthusiasts so thank you also for sharing/posting a comment.
When I finished building my DeLorean, the first modification I thought of was how the designers could have added nine pieces to the kit, and the three configurations would have been modular. Instead, you have to cannibalize parts of Mr. Fusion and the box of transistor tubes from the hood in order to make the BttF 1 configuration.
Hi Mark - I've seen this done. See this video here: th-cam.com/video/vc_FQ_MUZHE/w-d-xo.html it may be of interest to you!
"Complete dog's breakfast", new term to me. Instantly understood.
Haha yes that's an Australian saying or term, I'd forgotten that I must have said that in the video. So your comment and reminder made me smile and laugh when I saw it, thanks for posting!
They must have fixed the door issue, as the one i purchased a few weeks ago stay open just fine. I noticed the gap between the windshield and roof, and am glad someone fixed it! One other mod I made to mine is painting the shiny grey bricks for the steel parts of the body with a Tamiya chrome and dull coat. I thought the normal grey they used makes it look more like a toy than the off color bricks.
Painting Lego is not easy - well done on your project! I hope your model makes for a great display piece at your home!
@@CraftedBricks Yeah, it worked out pretty well. Thanks!
Fantastic video! I don't even own the set. Just a Lego fan. Love all the changes and added detail. If I ever end up purchasing this I will definitely use all of your modifications shown in this video.
Thank you Leader One, much appreciated!
I did not see the Part Bags mentioned in this video.
So I thought i should mention the issue I have with Lego that some one at Lego might see your comment section of your Back to the Future Vehicle Modification Video “down the road..?” And make the necessary fixes to improve the Lego Building experience.
I have some issues with these Part Bags in other builds where the bags cannot be resealed closed if a builder such as myself decides to disassemble a model or prevent loss of parts during a build distraction and discover spilled contents on the shag carpet.
I redesigned my Lego Part Bags by switching them out with different sized “bag zips”to accommodate each numbered bag with the pieces that came from each bag and cutting the part bag numbers and affixing them onto the clear bag zips. My Great Nephew recently received Pirate Ship Lego with my Part Bag Re-Ziped closure modification (not knowing his Uncle had reconfigured these part bags) My Nephew thought that the Lego Imagineers had done their research on the Part Bag as he enjoyed being able to pick out the pieces he desired and reseal the others not yet ready to remove without accidently spilling two different bags together. And his Dad remembers this frustration very well. I had forgotten all about this detail and had a good laugh since they did not know I switched out the mistake before my Great Nephew opened his gift.
Hello there! You certainly have a unique and clever way to deal with storing and managing parts for Lego builds. I'm not sure that re-sealable parts bags are on the agenda for Lego but it would worth while forwarding your suggestion to them when they next run a custom survey. I think what I'm looking forward to seeing Lego do is switch to paper bags for parts as way to reduce plastic waste. I don't know when that's coming but soon I think?
I was under the impression this would be instructions on how to build a working Time Machine. To say I’m disappointed is an understatement
Hahaha nice one! Oh well back to the lab for you, I'll help you out with creating building instructions once you've invented the working Time Machine itself!
Great point on how Adult sets SHOULD be more challenging and detailed, your conclusion is flawless and hopefully Lego pays attention in future models!
Thanks for commenting Micah! I think in some ways they already are making large and complex and interesting sets targeted to Adults. I'm thinking the recently released Disney Castle, Bat Cave and Rivendell sets. But unfortunately the 'multi-coloured' thing is likely here to stay. : (
i thought the first mod was a bit extreme at first but the more i looked at it the more i understood what you meant. im still likely not going to fix this when i get the model though but i have heard of issues with the gull wing doors so i may look through my spare parts to try and fix that and that really shouldnt have been an issue
Hi Shark3 - thanks for commenting, and yes I understand the off-colour parts swap out is not going to be for everyone. I think if you do the door fix mod + my cosmetic mods you will be happy the finished model!
@@CraftedBricks i probably would but im going to review this set so if I did that I couldn't point it out as a criticism. for sets like the ecto 1 i think having a coloured underside is fine but with the DeLorean people may display it flying meaning that its wacky colours are on full display
The 4 slope bricks on each of the side windows make the opening look too small. Replacing them with a 1x8 tiles opens up the sides and looks much better.
Yep I've seen that mod and I think that it is worthwhile doing! Thanks for sharing it too. 😄
I've done it to mine and the improvement really helps the sight lines of the car.
I saw this video not long after I had gotten half way through my build (the whole chassis and wheel arrangements) and decided to incorporate the chassis mods into mine. Still waiting on some parts but it's about 85% done
That is sounding good Andrew and I'm glad my video helped or inspired you to modify your build. It's a fun model and when finished makes for a superb display piece! All the best!
Love the video great work , although there is one big bug thats bothering me with this kit and thats the tyres they look cheap no real detail or the lack of shape to the sidewalls . Would love it if someone did 3d printed one with Goodyear eagle on the sides too ,also I think it looks a little boxy around the doors area maybe they couldve used so curved pieces to make it look more rounded . Building this at the moment and the tyres really bug me I guess being a modeller as well always find fault somewhere😉👍
Thank you Justin! I completely understand where you are coming from - being into model making & painting myself when I was younger. A limited palette of shapes and elements that you can use (tires included) to make models like this means that they are never really going to look 'exactly' like the real subject or as good as a dedicated plastic injection molded parts model. The plus side or Lego (versus modelling) is that with their system of parts you can pretty much make anything and no gluing or painting is needed! So I guess pros and cons. Thanks for commenting and have a great week!
Great video!! Thanks to you I now also have the black bottem. Just one quick question. Where did you get that stand for the car? I realy like it and I want ome for myself.
That great to hear that you fixed your BTTF Time Machine model Niels! ...as for the stand it's linked in the video description, BUT that stand is not at all suited to this model. The model is unbalanced and will fall off relatively easily. I have some stands from iDisplayit (Google them) on order - when they arrive I'm happy to let you know if they are suited to this model.
@@CraftedBricks Yes please let me know how they are. Maybe you could make video of it
I will and I'm happy to email you a photo when they arrive and I've tested them. I wouldn't make a dedicated video just for the stands though, it would only be of interest to a select few people. All good though, and I'll be in contact soon. 👌
@@CraftedBricks Did you receive the stands we were talking about? I am really curious how they look :)
Hi Neil's I did yes! But I''ve not had the time due to work to test them + take some photos. I'll do it over the weekend and do a Community post on the channel. 🙂
Great mods! As always thank you for sharing!
No problem Javier - I'm glad you like them and the video!
Subbed, great fix! Looking forward to purchasing this in the near future and will definitely use the fix!
Excellent and thank you! ...I hope you enjoy modding your set when you able to get a hold one!
If you don’t wanna do the gull wing door mod you can also replace the black technic pins with 90s- early 2000s pins, switched some from my 2005 star destroyer and they work fine
Ah so those earlier gen pins have improved friction/resistance over the newer pins?
@@CraftedBricks I think they do they feel more rigid now than the newer ones, however having them sit on a shelf since 2005 might have helped also 😂, I saw that this might work so I tried it and it worked for mine 🤷🏻♂️
Excellent that you tried out this option before going ahead and buying or sourcing parts for an alternate mod. That speaks to the spirit of modding! Experimentation.
@@CraftedBricks absolutely, when there’s a will there’s a way 🤷🏻♂️, keep up the great content brotha 👊🏻
Thanks so much! I’m going to really enjoy building mine now. Also I think the second model option is the best as well. I love watching your videos!
Sounds good Blooket Baby, if you want to do the off-colour part fixes make sure you have the parts you need ahead of starting your build. If you want to do the door fix and my cosmetic mods, these can be done to the standard model after you have already built it. Enjoy!
Just bought this set. Deffo gonna do the door mod. I'm really not sure why the creator didn't choose to do it in the first place
Hi Sophie, yes that door mod by Top Aces is excellent and is very easy to do even after you've already built the model. Very much worth it!
Hi Simon, I have just started this build with all your suggestions and after watching the video again it got me wondering with so many spare parts left over what is your way of storing all your spare parts. Do you have them catalogued, do you just have them all in a big bucket, do you sort them by colour or style or both, do you store them by part number, just wondering how you do it? Thx Chris
That's a good question Chris! I store spare parts in a series of storage cabinets that I'll link to below. Each tray typically has a single part type (but sometimes 2-3 part types) with mixed colours. So I sort parts by 'type', versus both type and colour. I find when I'm hunting for a part for something I'm building or finding parts for a moc it is easiest to find the tray with the part type I want and then fish around for parts of that type with the colour I need. I also have a LOT of unsorted parts at the moment, that I'm working on sorting bit by bit, but it is a never ending chore! I also have some larger trays/bins for bulk parts like large plates, bricks, etc. I sort my parts differently when preparing for a build, that you will actually see in my next video! (I'm working on it now). Here are the cabinets I use:
Type 1: www.amazon.com.au/Akro-Mils-10764-64-Drawer-Plastic-Hardware/dp/B000VTSOKS/ref=sr_1_8?crid=20TZ9J1GX6KI1&keywords=Akro-Mils+10124+24&qid=1680004985&s=home-improvement&sprefix=akro-mils+10124+24%2Chome-improvement%2C261&sr=1-8
Type 2: www.amazon.com.au/Akro-Mils-10124-Plastic-Hardware-6-5-Inch/dp/B003TV3NL0/ref=sr_1_1?crid=20TZ9J1GX6KI1&keywords=Akro-Mils+10124+24&qid=1680004985&s=home-improvement&sprefix=akro-mils+10124+24%2Chome-improvement%2C261&sr=1-1
really really nice modifications and that's what I do with most of my sets I own :D to please my eye :P But there is one but when you want to resell a set after some time, from what ever reason, bringing back all of the 'original' parts can be a nightmare xD
Thanks Sebastian - and good to hear that you also like to mod your sets like I do! Good point about re-selling. I typically only sell boxed sets that I've not built and don't want anymore, but you make a good point. I think for me I'll keep this Delorean Time Machine in my collection permanently!
Maybe the buyer appreciates the art-work done and pays you 100 bucks extra 😃
So much better!!!!! I absolutely ditest the bright colour parts used these days! Absolutely stupid and pointless! Ive been building Lego sets for over 40 years and never needed colour coding on any kit ive ever built, in all those years!
We are definitely on the same page! I often get frustrated when building any standard Lego set these days at constantly having to swap out brightly coloured parts that aren't properly hidden in the finished build. It just shouldn't be something we have to do. Thanks for commenting! : )
Just built the standard set. One of my doors opens normally and stays open by itself. It has enough friction to do so. So that’s interesting. Different tolerances in the parts? Also the colours in the rear hatch area look more like the colourful colours in the movie car, but agree I’d like to see more detail there. I think with this sort of 18+ set it should be all the correct colour pieces, and none of the instruction marking colour pieces. I mean people seek out jigsaw puzzles with huge areas of blue sky. They don’t add tiny fake detail to the sky pieces like numbers, do they?
Solid points and I'm glad you enjoyed your build! Yes some people don't experience the doors dropping as there may be just enough friction in the pins to keep them open. I've heard you can buy some vintage Technic pins that may be marginally larger, than can be used and the doors will stay open. I'm happy with the mod though, it's very easy to do and works really well. : )
So there needs to be some green 1x1 round brick for under the car as in the movie in the flying car has green lights under it
Thank you for this video! I'll make some of the changes to my set too.
No problem Regina you are welcome! You'll find that you can easily do the cosmetic mods after you've already built your model. But of course as I mentioned in the video if you want to do the off-colour fixes it will unfortunately involve a full dissemble and re-build. Happy modding!
Great video, I'm curious though, did you make the MOC-110625? You link this MOC in your comments, there are only 63 bricks in that MOC. It would appear that there are a lot more pieces than that used to do the color fix mod you performed in this video.
Yes of course I designed this MOC! I've responded to your comment properly on Rebrickable. You unfortunately missed reading the Description section on the MOC page which has the information you need + a link to the required parts inventory for the off-colour parts fix. All the best with modifying your set : )
Have this model and will probably make the changes recommended at some point. Now to just make the front wheels to steer and also fold under somehow....
Sounds good SteelShade... Front wheels that steer AND retain the flipping mechanism would be a tough challenge, and perhaps not worth it. But of course up to you! It would really depend on how you are displaying your model. If it's a model you regularly handle and steering is important then go for it!
After building the DeLorean last year, I've just ordered the light kit by LightMyBricks this last week during a sale and had your video show up on my feed. Would your modifications interfere with the added wiring and LEDs?
Hi Caleb, my mods to swap-out all of the off-colour parts won't affect the install of your lighting kit at all (but you will have to re-build your model from scratch if you want to do those changes). As for my cosmetic mods I don't think there will be an issue. The only thing that comes to mind however is that with my version of the hood, the hood is a tight fit, and I suspect your lighting kit will use the space under the hood for the battery box etc. So you may have to make some adjustments but as I've not installed a lighting kit to my model I can't say 100% for sure. All the best with lighting up your model!
Hi I was curious about the clear stand shown in the beginning of this video! Where might I get one of those???
A link to the stand you seek (is a different one to the one you see in the video, but a better one) is in the description of the video! 🙂
@@CraftedBricks if it were a snake it would have bit me 😅
Buenas tardes, el Delorean es muy bonito pero tengo una duda, a ver si me la puedes responder. La base donde colocas el Delorean como si estuviera flotando viene incluida en la caja?? Muchas gracias. Un saludo!
No the clear acrylic display stand is not included with the set. Please check the description of the video for a link to the display stand I recommend for this model. : )
Thank you for this video! I have many of the MEGA Construx Collector Series Call of Duty sets, and they don't use Bright Color internal bricks inside the model. To this day, all the sets doesn't have bright color internal bricks, no sticker sheet, all bricks are tempo graph, their mini figures have at least 12 points of articulations too. Anyway, I just purchase this DeLorean LEGO set. I will definitely do the mods in your video. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. Subbed and Liked.
Sounds good Aliasangelaluas, I hope your BTTF Delorean build & mod experience is enjoyable, for when you get to it. I've not built any Mega Construx models, but I have looked at them, you've inspired me to take a another look and see if there's a model with picking up! 😀
@@CraftedBricks for Mega Construx, I love their Call of Duty sets. Because I'm a huge fan of real life military vehicles, which go against Lego philosophy.
wish id seen this before i got and built mine....oh well, now i get to build it all over again!
Richard - an alternate option if you are 'ok' with the off-colour parts is to just do the cosmetic mods & door fix. That way you don't have to fully disassemble your model!
Do you build on felt? Id love to see a tour of your space. Are there advantages to using felt as a building surface? Presumably less chance of scratches?
Hi Dylan - I shoot all the overhead scenes that you see in my videos with a 'pin board' type material covering my desk. I do often build on it as well. It's a firm material but is softer than a hard desk surface so yes helps to ensure I don't scratch or damage my models. The main reason for it however is that it provides a good non-reflective surface so that the overhead scenes are not overly bright and hard to look at. Where are you located? If you are in Australia I can link you to the product, it's sold by Bunnings which is a hardware retailer here in Australia. Re a studio tour - yes one day! Making some 'behind the scenes' videos has been on mind...
I use large mousepads. Cheap and effective!
Can I ask where you got that stand from? great video btw!
Thanks! There's a link to the stand I used in the video in the Description (it's a WickedBrick stand). But I don't think that is a good stand for this model, I found a better one that I now use, it's this one: www.idisplayit.co.uk/stands/8cm-angled-display-stand-for-lego-models/
@@CraftedBricks ah thanks for the updated stand info! Absolutely love your rework btw. A little gutted I only found your video after I finished my build but it's still a fantastic model. I'm definitely gonna get that fix in for the gull wing doors though. Much as I love the model Lego really dropped the ball on that one!
Thanks for the fixes an sharing you're video. I understand what you mean with the off-color bricks. But honestly I do not mind it that much. What does bother me (as seeing no one else had mentioned this, I must be the only one) the electrical cables on the side of the car. There thin, one colored and they are in the front of the car at almost a straight angle instead of aligning it above the front wheel spacing. That is something i would really love to see changed...
Hi Pascal - thanks for commenting. I see what you mean about the black wiring not following the curved line of the front wheel arches. I almost think you'd have to 'glue' the flexible part used tp get it to that proper curved shape. It would be difficult to shift the anchor parts to alternate positions to improve its line. If you try it, let me know how you go!
It is rare to see somone piont out the flawes besides Held der Steine
It has to be done sometimes - and I'm a fan of Thomas, his no nonsense and honest take on Lego and other brand set releases is refreshing.
@@CraftedBricks yes you are right. Nice to hear that you enjoy him too.
hoping the set will be back in stock soon, want to pick it up
I'm sure it will be soon! And despite my gripes with the set (hence the 'how to fix video') it is very much a beautiful display piece that is well worth it!
Now Lego needs to release a set of Marty's Toyota pickup!!
FINALLY‼️
Someone As Picky As ME!!! Thank You
Haha all good and I'm glad you like the changes! Getting rid of all those off-colour parts makes a huge positive difference to the model that's for sure.
Wow, nice clean up job! Will you be doing the same with the upcoming Optimus Prime?
Hi there - thank you! Re the Optimus Prime, I definitely intend to buy the model. But when it goes on sale it seems a bit overpriced. I'll have to look over the building instructions when they release in June to see if the model has any issues. I think it would be good for me to at least do a comparison video between the Lego one and the custom one I built ages ago as designed by Tyler Clites from Lego Masters. I'll see how I go, I've a got a busy schedule / line up videos to make over the next 2-3 months!
What part number did you used for the cables of the back of the delorean?
Hi Angel, the cables are all from the set itself I didn't use any extra cables. Look up the set on Brickset and you can see the inventory of parts for the standard Lego set, this will give you the part numbers for all of the cable types used. All the best! 👌
I'm about to buy this as my first lego kit (I build allot of models and looking to start lego kits) how much does it cost to buy all the replacement parts for the off color peices??
Hi DarkHunter540, you have picked a great set to start your Lego journey with! ...and with your model building experience will be right at home with modding I'm sure. Rebrickable provides part cost estimates, check both the Inventory tab on the main page for this mod, AND make sure you click on the link for the other parts list (link in the main description on Rebrickable) for the off-colour scheme parts required. I separated the lists/inventories as many people will only want to do the cosmetic mods. Btw scale the Rebrickable cost estimates by +~20% to cover shipping when you order parts from BrickLink. 👌
strange, the gullwing doors on the Deloreans my friend and I have stay open, my issue is that the wheels dont turn flat
Hello, yes with the doors sometimes, depending on your build the friction with the current pins is enough to keep the doors open. As to your issue with the wheels not sitting completely flat/level when the model is switched to flying mode - I've hear that this issue could be related to some of the early build steps (e.g. 23-28) when you are first fitting the Technic gears to to the model. You may need to do some partial disassembly and adjustment of the Technic elements to fix the issue. Good luck!
@@CraftedBricks I appreciate the reply! After looking back thru the instructions shortly after leaving my initial comment, I had suspected as much with the gears and the pin after seeing the strange angle the diagram was showing. I ripped the front end off (fairly easy) and as much of the back end as I needed to (a bit more annoying) and tinkered around with pin orientation and how the gears were lined up and now the left side is only like a degree or two off simply due to the gear teeth.
I was certainly relieved to figure this out since now I can display the other two forms of the build off properly.
Great stuff gonna use all mods when finally got my unit, I still think that the model should be of bigger scale to apprieciate all the details it should have.
Hi Lucas - I think you'll be happy with the modified model + shocked at just how many off-colour parts you have left over! At least you will have part as spares for other builds. And I agree a larger scaled and super accurate model would be awesome, but I think we would have to look to Rebrickable/a custom for that!
Your mods make the Delorean look much better.
Thank you Quinn! Much appreciated and I hope I've inspired you to mod your own model too!
A good video. However, I must say I have just built the set. The gull-wing doors stay open for me, which is probably a sign that LEGO has taken the criticism and released new sets with better parts.
Sounds good Tac_Eagle, I think maybe the pins in your set are slightly larger/have more friction so your doors are staying up. Great to it and that you both liked my video and of course the Lego set!
I think the wheel arches look wrong because they stick out at the top but then do not carry on down to the bottom. So it is like the wheel arch has been cut off at the bottom this spoils the flow around the wheels and it just sticks out then is just cut off. It should continue down to the bottom, the Ford Mustang has the same problem.
Hi Karen, I know what you mean and I think from memory RacingBrick commented on a similar issue with the wheel arches in that they are not round enough and/or too small for the size of wheels used. Unfortunately this not really fixable as we are limited by the part moldings themselves. I personally think the model looks best in its flying mode - in this mode too the wheel arches in my opinion look ok!
@@CraftedBricks Hi thanks keep up the great vids.
Your fix requires only 63 pieces from brick link? This does not include the full wing door fix right?
Hi Mike - please check out the full Description of the MOC on Rebrickable. There is a separate parts list that I link to for the parts list for the off-colour fixes. The 63 parts is for the cosmetic improvements only. And yes the parts for the door fix are sperate and are listed on TopAces page for his mod. I hope this makes everything clear, let me know if you have any further questions.
The time machine from LEGO is already a very nice model. But with your improvements, it's awesome now! 👍Why does LEGO think we need all the colorful bricks?! Would also like a stand like the one you use, but WickedBrick charges £25.00 for shipping to Germany... 😔😔
Hi Joda65, it was actually a good thing you decided to pass on the WickedBrick stand, the one I used is not well suited to the Time Machine. I'm on the lookout for an alternative acrylic stand but I've not found one yet. 🤔 If you find a good option let me know!
If only I was CEO at Lego, I would search videos for people like you and others to work for me, in order to make better sets in all theme areas, especially Technic. Lego could really benefit from modders.
I've thought something similar too from time to time. I wonder if one or more of the Lego design teams do research and look at what the Lego Enthusiast community is doing to inform their designs. I suspect they do!
Hi! Good ideas, thx for this video. And please, where i find this same acrylic stand for purchase? Many thanks.
Please check the information & link in the description of the video regarding the display stand.
I'm taking it a step further and painting all of the outside parts a shinier gunmetal. The color they chose is fine, if a bit too light.
Now that is going to be quite the project! Painting Lego parts is not easy, but it sounds like as you are taking this on that you are experienced. Good luck with your project!
@@CraftedBricks Yeah, the hardest part is finding out which bricks are part of the body and not losing them while painting! If it turns out well, I'll probably post a video or share it in FB.
Simon, can you / do you want to disclose (roughly) what is has costs to get rid of the rainbow colors?
Not included / or excluded the additional detailing you added.
Hi Whatsup S - according to Rebrickable, for the 332 parts you need for the off-colour parts fix/replacements the cost is ~$58 AUD, but you'll need to add + 20% or so to factor in variability in pricing + shipping costs. I was able to source the parts I needed from just 2 orders. But as I ordered other parts from those BrickLink sellers it's difficult for me to reply with an 'exact' cost. ~$70 AUD total seems about right though.
@@CraftedBricks cheers Simon!
What would you do if you wanted the version with transistors and white wall tires, from the 3rd film?
I think that would be very straight forward. All you'd need to do is follow Lego's instructions to add the alternate wheels and then also add the transistors and so on to the bonnet. Lego include the parts to make all 3 version of the Time Machine in the set!
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This could be fixed by lego, but would be a pain on there end. You leave the instructions with the bright color ms to show where the parts go, you then put on the dark color parts that match the bright color. This would cause some confusion for some but this is an adult set so would be fine
Hi Brent, Lego definitely included the off-colored parts deliberately! But the guide I published on Rebrickable tells you for each building step which correct dark colored parts to swap-in to fix the set You can download the guide for free on Rebrickable if you are interested in doing this mod! Thanks for checking in.