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.
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 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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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
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! : )
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. : (
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!
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.
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...
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!
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
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.
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! : )
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!
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 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.
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!
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 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
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
Yes it seems to be mixed with some builds having just enough friction in the pins to keep the doors open. Good to hear that you'd son's model is not affected by this issue!
Does anyone else’s hood have a lot of front and back play. Preventing the hood from closing right if you just let it go? It shifts rearward and hits the windshield
I wish I could help, but with my modified version that I built the hood fits very tightly (almost too snug/tight). If you are able to push the hood into it's correct position after closing it then for display, as long as you are not swooshing the model around, you should be a-ok.
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.
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!
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!
Hi Fred - I've responded to you over email. You ordered the parts for the cosmetic changes (the 63 parts). The parts for the colour changes are listed in the separate .xml file included with the instructions (in the zip file) and also on the Rebrickable page that I linked you to. This is all explained in the Description section of the MOC on Rebrickable.
@@CraftedBricks W.r.t. the door closing there ois even a MOC that is using less pieces: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Zadn0UJmrVQ.html
@@FredMellink55 - Hi Fred, yes I've seen this before. BTW the BrickLink link the RU-vidr included for the Friction Pin he's used is not correct. He's linked to the current mold friction pin that is already used in the set. He used one of the OLD vintage friction pin types (pre 1989): www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?P=4459#T=S&O={%22ss%22:%22AU%22,%22iconly%22:0}
Thank you! ...as to your question, hmm I think the pot element is perfect for being able to lift up Mr Fusion to put in organic matter + the handles allow for the upside down skeleton leg in Red for the clip detail, etc. ...But having a quick look in Studio you 'could' use element #73111 in Black to replace the pot as it's the only 'round' element with a 3x3 diameter that is close to the pot in size. It would sit a bit high so you'd have to mod the base as well to get it to sit lower. You will also need to insert a 2x2 round brick inside part #7311 with a 1x1 round plate on top of it so that way you can physically connect the 3x3 White dish of Mr Fusion to the assembly. I hope this gives you an idea to at least try out to see if you like it. The simpler option is glue! Just use a very small (tiny) amount on the inner edge of the 3x3 white dish of Mr Fusion to seat it permanently to the Pot element. But be very careful and go easy on the glue, I've ruined parts before if I've used too much glue.
Ahhh okay thanks. Now i see what you mean I think. So the "Standard Parts" is basically to change the obviously looking off colour parts and the other separate link is to replace ALL off colour parts correct? Thanks for your work 🙌
No not correct, but close! The 63 parts listed on the Inventory tab in Rebrickable are for the cosmetic modifications like the roof fix, details for the rear engine, etc. The larger list of parts linked separately in the Details section is for the off-color part swaps. So if you want to do both the cosmetic changes + the color fixes you need to order parts from both lists. The reason the part list are separated is that people may want the option to do say just the cosmetic mods and not the color changes, and vice versa. I hope this helps make things clear!
@@CraftedBricks Ok yes. Thanks for the explanation again, I figured it out yesterday:) I managed to do a Cart, but the Shipping was double the price for the parts 🤔😅 somehow it was even cheaper to get it from the Netherlands (I'm in Germany) Not sure if it's better going to a Lego store and getting the parts there. Anyways, really stoked on getting this project started. Definitely only want to build it in all Back/Grey. Looks so much cleaner. And I want to put a light kit on it and maybe someday make it motorized.
Hi, great mod, I've just dismantled mine completely & am rebuilding using your guide, quick question, steps 12 & 13 states change the dark orange for medium stone grey, which I have done, from underneath everything is showing black except those medium stone grey 36841, is this an error as looking at your vid, I can't quite make out that part but it does look black from underneath, thanks, jeff
Hi Jeff, it's been a loooooong time since I looked at this in detail. It looks like you could go with Black for those 1x1 brackets but it could be something to do with later stages of the build of the body. I honestly can't recall. If the model is looking good to your eye keep going! Black, Light Blueish Grey and Dark Blueish Grey are all on scheme colours.
I hate you! Now I can never look at my DeLorean the same way again. I now have to have it look like yours! That's going to require a lot of work. 🤪 Thank you so much for your talent in crafting in what I would consider to be art.
Hahah all good and I think if you do decide to dissemble and mod your set, you can either do my changes or a fellow designer on Rebrickable has incorporate my changes + other mods into a 'Pimp my Delorean' version with free instructions etc. You can find this here: rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-143566/NikolayFX/pimp-up-my-delorean-time-machine-from-back-to-the-future-10300/#details
So, let me get this straight, Lego wants us to pay 170 Euro for a display set, that you can not display due to the absurd amount off colored bricks used. We must spend even more money to rectify it, and the car is still the wrong color?! What is one of the feautures of a Delorean, that is right, unpainted stainless steel, not cheap light blueis grey! The so called argument that colored bricks are used to make building easier is beyond me. Why call it Creator EXPERT then? It is a lame excuse to use up surplus stock of off colored parts, nothing more. In my opinion sets clearly targetet to adults, should be a challange to build, otherwise what is the point? Lego should be ashamed of themselves! I feel for the designer, I am sure he / she does not agree with these cheaps tricks to save every penny possible. Having said that, great video, as always!
We are definitely on the same page Whatsup S! ..and re your comment on the designer. I have to wonder too, is it part of the 'Lego design process' that a designers original design for a model is 'butchered' by the Instructions, Marketing and other departments to include off-colour parts, reduce parts to skimp on costs, etc. If the Channel does grow I'd love to be able to have a little more clout an interview some Lego designers (maybe ex-designers) to understand more about the Lego design process.
@@CraftedBricks I amm afraid that you will not get a straight answer from a current or ex designer (that you can make public atleast). I am pretty sure that Lego has a non disclosure paper that is very stringent. Do not forget, the Lego Legal Department is huge and not afraid to flex their muscles. Point in case, all legal actions taken against many RU-vidrs and Resellers of non Lego branded sets, especially in Germany. They even blocked a shipment (entire container) of a reseller by "informing" German Customs, through a hirted third pary lawyer, that it contains illegal parts (for example copies of minifigs) while they knew very well it did not actually do so The legal fees and storage costs at Customs alone runs into the thousands of Euros.
I bought this set some weeks back and because still i didn't build it i want to know if they have this transparent base for the flying mode inside the box! Can someone rnlighten me in the subject pls? 🤔
Hi there - there is no transparent 'stand' included with the standard build/set. But Lego do include 4x 1x2 transparent bricks that allow you to display the model in flying mode, but flat on a desk. You can see them in this image: jaysbrickblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/LEGO-10300-Back-to-the-Future-Delorean-Bottom-Switch-1400x943.jpg
@@TwesomE - you certainly can. But if you do a Google search for display stands for Lego set 10300 it looks like some manufactures are coming up with acrylic stands that suit this model. I used one of WickedBrick's Vario stands in the video - but it's not really suited to this model. Good luck!
Near impossible given the technic construction to allow the wheels to flip to the horizontal for 'flying mode'. But you could try to figure it out. I personally see no need to add the ability for the front wheels to turn as once you've built this model you pretty much have it on static display. Since building this and mounting it to my stand I've not touched the model ever!
Yes, your improvements are great, but you have forgotten the biggest failure. The model should be in flat silver instead of this basic grey. and the slopes in the door windows should be replaced with flat parts. This will make the windows bigger.
Hi Tobias - yes using the 1x8 tiles instead of the sloped elements does open the windows up and is a good additional mod! Re flat silver versus Medium Stone Grey, yes that would have made the set amazing. I don't find it too bad on this model, but the Mandalorian helmet is hard to look at in Medium Stone Grey it really should be all silver/chrome coloured.
There are are a lot of color blind people out there...I would assume that has something to do with the color schemes. It's the building that's fun....the end result is just a plus
Now that's an interesting thought, yes I bet all the color variation can help those that are color blind to have an easier time building Lego. I still think of course instructions can be made that don't need the crazy riot of colored parts. I know when I make instructions for my MOC's and mods I spend a lot time orienting the model in each build step to make sure that it is very clear on what parts need to be placed where. BTW I like your end point: '...it's the building that's fun...the end result is just a plus' that's definitely one of the ways to enjoy Lego, there are others to, for me for example my thought would be: '...the building is fun but is short-lived ...it's the end result that matters as it can be appreciated and admired for ever!' All the best!
Hi Simon, really great mods, good job. :) I agree with you about the rainbow pieces: sometimes they can be too distracting, and sometimes I do like you and change the pieces that can be easily spotted. However, in this case, I don’t dislike the bottom of the car: while your is beautiful and look more like the real thing, I like that all the complexity of the rotating wheel mechanism is sort of “enhanced”. :) I’ve applied a lot of mods to my DeLorean as well (and more, added later, can be seen in the related article in description). I’d you’re interested, you can see them here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vc_FQ_MUZHE.html
Hi Lock - I saw your video and post on Eurobricks and commented there. You have some clever mods there, well done. I particularly like your mods for the reactor / license plate so it's not so difficult to change if you want to do it. RE the 'off-colour' parts, I think you are on your own there! Hahaha! For a Technic model I could understand having different colours but not for a Creator Expert model that is supposed to be a clean and beautiful looking display model. But that is ok, we all get to chose how we build and modify our sets, that's half of the fun! Thanks for commenting/sharing.
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.
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
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
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!
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.
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!
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. : )
I spoke to Lego a number of times, and noticed that Lego hates being told their made mistake Lego thinks of them self as god like, and us the customer as trash this would include content creators! I do not this level of disrespect from the other brick makers this tells me where to give my money, and it is not with Lego! #Lego
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!
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!
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.
Hi Fred - that's not quite correct but I like your enthusiasm. Changing the colour of the 3L pins from Blue to Black wont do anything! But using vintage Lego 3L pins (that came in only Black) seems to work (based on the video you saw and are referring to) as those older pins must be a fraction larger than newer Lego 3L pins and therefor add more friction to the door hinge assembly to support the weight of the doors.
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. : )
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.
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!
Bro, here in Mexico, this set is SO SO EXPENSIVE, thats not fair, $221 us dolars, thats mean 51 bucks more versus buing it in United States......im so fan about Lego, im so fan about Delorean, but to pay $221 us dollars for 1872 pz, is crazy its unfair. no no no no ! sorry lego
Oh Man! That is no good to hear. Perhaps wait until the set goes on sale later in the year? I often 'wait' for sets to go on sale ~20-30% off before buying them. It's only the Lego exclusives that I have to pay full price.
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
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!
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!
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!
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. : )
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.
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. 👌
It still bugs me that the wheels are the same size. It's not something that should have been hard to sort. They should be smaller on the front like the real car . It's the one bit that totally ruins the model for me.
Hi Neil - it looks like there are going be different things that people do and do not like about this model. On seeing your comment and looking at reference images of the Delorean online, I see what you mean. But I personally still think the Lego model looks great. I hope you can either mod your set, if you have it with a smaller set of wheels for the front or skip the model and enjoy other sets. All the best!
its kinda disheartening to see fixes instead of alternate builds for this set on rebrickable to me. its like instead of making something else and being creative you gotta fix all the mistakes lego makes. this seems to start being a trend for lego and i hope it dies soon.
I think this model was just particularly bad, well not bad, just flawed. I've recently built the Tallneck and think Lego did a superb job with the Tallneck itself and the Aloy minifigure is excellent! So there is hope!
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!
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.
No worries Brick masters - that's one of the great things about our Lego hobby: you can choose to build sets standard, or mod to suit what you want. The choice is yours!
I definitely understand your sentiment NUNU! I'm actually 'ok' with this model being in mainly Medium Stone Grey, with Silver being used for the bolt-on wiring/electrical elements of this model. But where I would have loved Lego to use much more Chrome/Silver elements is for the Mandalorian Helmet. It looks so weird in Medium Stone grey with only key areas in silver.
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! 👌
Do your instructions replace every single coloured piece, even the ones that aren't typically on view? Oh and why is the display stand not suited for this model? Also the link for it shows a black base as opposed to your transparent base? Nice video!
Hi holyboy 1 - solid questions! Yes my instructions replace all of the off-colour parts completely. + I make minor adjustments to consistency with parts in some places swapped from Black to say Dark or Light Stone Grey where needed. I found it was best to take a 'better safe than sorry' approach to the off-colour parts fix, especially as I was always intending to publish the mods and instructions. The display stand is not suited to the model as the model does not balance properly on the stand. It tends to lean forward or backwards, I had to adjust the position of the model a lot while filming and photographing it. I also had to add in 2x 1x4 bricks and a 1x4 plate to get the model to seat on the stands top-plate given the underside of the Delorian is not a flat surface. And as to your last question it looks like Wicked Brick do not make their Vario stands with a clear base anymore - perhaps if you are interested in ordering their stands you could ask them if they would send you some with clear bases? I will probably order some more stands from them in future and I'll ask that exact question. I hope this helped!
@@CraftedBricks Thank you for the reply. Apologies for this delay. 08:57 I don't understand why you added these parts to balance the connection points for the wires - is this clearly for aesthetical reasons? One other mod you didn't do is to replace the 2 white tiles on top of Mr Fusion, with black - I have seen other people do this and it is more movie-accurate. For 11:02 sand-blue elements you replaced on top and rear, I guess you could also put them on the front side near the connection wires, even though technically you'd be adding bricks instead of replacing them. The sand blue piece you use is with a groove, there is also one without a groove, are you aware of this? Not sure which one works best. I like this video and although your instructions are on Rebrickable, I would have liked if you had gone into more detail for the rear near the reactor etc.
No problem at all. I see you also have a solid eye for details like me, good to hear! Your question answers: I added the round elements to the connection points as the model looks odd with the exposed front stud of the brackets at those points against the flexible wire connector. Yes it's just aesthetic. Re Mr Fusion, I'll have a look at that thanks for calling it out! Re the Sand Blue 1x2 tiles for the side connection points, I tried it, but the part Lego use is a 1x2 plate with rail (part #32028), it actually looks better in my opinion than the flat tile, but you try it on your model and if you like it, go for it. 1x2 tiles (part #3069b) all have a grove design on the edge/underside, the tiles with no edge/underside groove were discontinued by Lego in 1979! ...and can still be found on BrickLink but definitely not in modern colours like Sand Blue. Re more details on the rear section of the model in the video, it is often hard to match visuals and audio and to keep each video flowing to be interesting - in this case I was aiming to 'show' what changes I've made but not necessarily get into the step-by-step minutia as this is all covered in-depth in the free PDF mod instructions!
@@CraftedBricks For the exposed open studs, I find it odd to add 2 different elements rather than have it symmetrical - Out of the 2 parts you added here, I think I'd prefer to have both sides with the added studs rather than if both were with flat pieces, and as I think being symmetrical would look better. The dark stone grey pieces you use here are also called dark blue grey, in colour, if I'm not mistaken? (Correct me if I am wrong). I tried replacing the 2 sand-blue coloured pieces on top, with flat tiles and I am not so sure, I think in some weird way, the detail is lost. Also, having the top of Mr Fusion, in black like I mentioned to you, kind of draws the eyes to it, even though it is more movie accurate. I like that you chose to replace the black wand inside Mr Fusion, with the pearl gold - This looks good imo. I wonder about the 4265c Technic bush part that replaced the yellow colour, would they blend in more with the wheels if they were all black? But then the white rubber bands might be more apparent in contrast. I see you went with Medium stone grey, I picked up Light blueish grey - Is this the same colour?
No worries at all - customise you model as you see fit, that's the beauty of modding! As to your questions Dark Stone Grey (Lego colour) = Dark Blueish Grey (BrickLink colour). Same with Medium Stone Grey = Light Blueish Grey. The 4265c 1/2 bush Technic elements would certainly blend more with the wheel arch elements if in Black. But that part in Black was only ever produced by Lego in 1 set (back in 2005), and is therefore parts in that colour are hard to find and are expensive on BrickLink. That part is mainly produced in Yellow and Medium Stone Grey/Light Blueish Grey. IF you are going to be displaying the set in a static way in flying mode, you could actually remove the rubber bands and replace the 2x 1/2 bush elements with a full bush elements in Black (#3713). I hope this helps!
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.
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!
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.
