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LEGO Spaceman meets an Octopus | Hi to Greg & Clark (aka @brickitect) from Joss

April 7, 2020 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

LEGO Space Man meets an Octopus @BrickitectReading Time: 2 minutes

Joss has been itching to make a video for Greg and Clark over at @brickitect and when I brought home the LEGO Friends Funny Octopus Ride (41373) she wanted to tell them all about it! This video involves annoying sisters and astronauts flying on crabs! Believe me! [Read more…] about LEGO Spaceman meets an Octopus | Hi to Greg & Clark (aka @brickitect) from Joss

Filed Under: GJBricks YouTube, LEGO, LEGO 2019 Tagged With: astronaut, brickitect, jossbricks, LEGO, lego friends, lego spaceman, Space

LEGO Pirates of Barracuda Bay (21322) Now available on LEGO Shop@Home

April 5, 2020 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Pirates of Barracuda Bay 21322 | LEGO Ideas | Complete SetReading Time: 4 minutes

One of the most exciting LEGO Ideas sets ever (in my opinion) and a return of the classic favorite Pirate theme is now available to order! The LEGO Pirates of Barracuda Bay (21322)!

[Read more…] about LEGO Pirates of Barracuda Bay (21322) Now available on LEGO Shop@Home

Filed Under: LEGO Ideas, LEGO News Tagged With: 21322, LEGO, lego 2020, lego idea 2020, LEGO Ideas, lego pirates, lego store, Pirates of Barracuda Bay

LEGO Train Wagon : Easy how to tutorial with instructions and BrickLink parts list

April 5, 2020 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

LEGO Train WagonReading Time: < 1 minute

I love LEGO Trains and I’d been wanting to add some “small wagons” to use on my layout. So I thought why not build one and share with you how I did it. So here’s my LEGO Instructions and tutorial to build this simple versatile train wagon.
[Read more…] about LEGO Train Wagon : Easy how to tutorial with instructions and BrickLink parts list

Filed Under: GJBricks YouTube, LEGO How To, LEGO Train Tagged With: 40370, 7810, GJBricks, LEGO, LEGO Train, Train

LEGO Train Wagon : Easy build #tutorial with BrickLink parts list

April 4, 2020 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

I love LEGO Trains and I’d been wanting to add some “small wagons” to use on my layout. So I thought why not build one and share with you how I did it. So here’s my LEGO Instructions and tutorial to build this simple versatile train wagon.

Parts List (instructions below)
https://bit.ly/gjbricks-wagon

If you need help importing the list you Bricklink:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0DcsaJ_Who

To import the list to BrickLink.com (Note: you have to paste the list in)
– Copy the list
– Sign into BrickLink
– Top right, Go to “Want” menu, then choose “Upload”
– Click “Upload BrickLink XML format”
– Select the list you want to use or “create new wanted list” and give it a name
– Paste the list you copied in
– Click “Proceed to verify list”
– Check the list and click “Add to Wanted List”

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If you want to skip through the video:
00:00 Introduction
02:14 With the 7810 Train
03:43 Detail with the 60052
05:23 How to parts and tutorial train wagon

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About this Video:
Inspired by my love of real trains, Hornby Model Trains and Thomas the tank engine characters. These are an essential part of any classic train setup and here’s my take on how to build them with instructions and parts.

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About the GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel
Welcome to my LEGO Channel! I’m an Australian AFOL builder focused on the joy and creativity of LEGO!

On this channel, you will find general interest videos and photos about LEGO and everything related to the joy creating with it! We’re creating our own unique LEGO City, Studsburg with its fleet of LEGO Trains, city building, Ninjago Mountain, crowds of minifigures and lots more!

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

Note: if you are under 13, please visit YouTube Kids) – channel viewers are predominately aged 18 years and over.

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GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes these talented LEGO builders:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk
Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys
Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville
Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick
GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks
Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

#lego #gjbricks #legotrains

Filed Under: LEGO News

LEGO 40th Anniversary Train Review (40370)

March 27, 2020 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

LEGO 40th Anniversary Train 40370Reading Time: < 1 minute

This is a review of the March 2020 LEGO gift with purchase from lego.com. It’s the 40th Anniversary Steam Engine which is a modern take on the 1980 LEGO Train, set number 7810. An absolute classic but is it something I’m keen to have in my collection? [Read more…] about LEGO 40th Anniversary Train Review (40370)

Filed Under: GJBricks YouTube, LEGO 2020, LEGO Review Tagged With: GJBricks, LEGO, lego 40370, lego trains, Train

Remember to be nice! | Bag of Bricks #6 | A LEGO Podcast

March 15, 2020 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

A couple of things happened in the last few weeks that made me realise that we need to be nice to each other. Especially with all the panic the media is inciting in people about Coronavirus. The LEGO community is a shining example of being nice to each other. And some other ramblings about my LEGO AFOL life.

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https://www.flickr.com/photos/gjbricks/

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About the GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel
Welcome to my LEGO Channel! I’m an Australian AFOL builder focused on the joy and creativity of LEGO!

On this channel, you will find general interest videos and photos about LEGO and everything related to the joy creating with it! We’re creating our own unique LEGO City, Studsburg with its fleet of LEGO Trains, city building, Ninjago Mountain, crowds of minifigures and lots more!

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

Note: if you are under 13, please visit YouTube Kids) – channel viewers are predominately aged 18 years and over.

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GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes these talented LEGO builders:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk
Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys
Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville
Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick
GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks
Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

#lego #gjbricks #bagofbricks

Filed Under: LEGO News

BUILDING THE 40th ANNIVERSARY LEGO TRAIN (40370) #shorts

March 15, 2020 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

This was a set that demanded something a bit more during the build. So I did one of my old frame by frame builds. Simple, quick and I think a delight to watch! Enjoy!

Watch my review of LEGO Set 40370:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glcHIoLBMUg

Subscribe to GJBricks: http://bit.ly/2LCmzIC

Support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/gjbricks

Bag Of Bricks Podcast: https://anchor.fm/bagofbricks

GJBricks on Social Media:
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https://www.instagram.com/gj_bricks/
https://twitter.com/gjbricks
https://facebook.com/gjbricks
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gjbricks/

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About the GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel
Welcome to my LEGO Channel! I’m an Australian AFOL builder focused on the joy and creativity of LEGO!

On this channel, you will find general interest videos and photos about LEGO and everything related to the joy creating with it! We’re creating our own unique LEGO City, Studsburg with its fleet of LEGO Trains, city building, Ninjago Mountain, crowds of minifigures and lots more!

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

Note: if you are under 13, please visit YouTube Kids) – channel viewers are predominately aged 18 years and over.

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GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes these talented LEGO builders:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk
Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys
Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville
Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick
GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks
Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

#shorts #gjbricks #legotrains

Filed Under: LEGO News

All aboard! 40th Anniversary LEGO Train Review (40370)

March 14, 2020 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

This is a review of the March 2020 LEGO gift with purchase from lego.com. It’s the 40th Anniversary Steam Engine which is a modern take on the 1980 LEGO Train, set number 7810. An absolute classic but is it something I’m keen to have in my collection?

Subscribe to GJBricks: http://bit.ly/2LCmzIC

Support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/gjbricks

Bag Of Bricks Podcast: https://anchor.fm/bagofbricks

GJBricks on Social Media:
https://gjbricks.com
https://www.instagram.com/gj_bricks/
https://twitter.com/gjbricks
https://facebook.com/gjbricks
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gjbricks/

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About the GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel
Welcome to my LEGO Channel! I’m an Australian AFOL builder focused on the joy and creativity of LEGO!

On this channel, you will find general interest videos and photos about LEGO and everything related to the joy creating with it! We’re creating our own unique LEGO City, Studsburg with its fleet of LEGO Trains, city building, Ninjago Mountain, crowds of minifigures and lots more!

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

Note: if you are under 13, please visit YouTube Kids) – channel viewers are predominately aged 18 years and over.

========

GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes these talented LEGO builders:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk
Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys
Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville
Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick
GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks
Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

#lego #gjbricks #legotrains

Filed Under: LEGO News

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