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Did I Get the Best LEGO Movie 2 Sets?

March 7, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

LEGO Movie 2 Sets Emmet's Dream HouseReading Time: 3 minutes

My first LEGO Movie 2 sets! Did I make the right choice? There are some great sets that LEGO has released for this movie. I like a lot of them and will get more. But thought I’d start with these ones now they’re out in Australia. But did I get the right ones first? One Exception: LEGO Movie 2: Apocalypseburg – 70840! [Read more…] about Did I Get the Best LEGO Movie 2 Sets?

Filed Under: LEGO Haul, The LEGO Movie 2 Tagged With: Apocalypseburg, Australian AFOL, benny, classic lego space, emmet, GJBricks, LEGO, LEGO 2019, lego 70821, lego 70831, lego 70841, LEGO Movie, LEGO Movie 2, LEGO Space, lucy, Space, unikitty

LEGO Train Junction “Outward” Hack

March 5, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

LEGO Train Junctions Outwards Hack - websiteReading Time: 2 minutes

This is a way to make LEGO City Train Junctions go outwards instead of inwards which saves you precious LEGO City building space! [Read more…] about LEGO Train Junction “Outward” Hack

Filed Under: LEGO Hack, LEGO Train Tagged With: 4DBrix, GJBricks, How to, how to build lego, how to modify lego city trains, LEGO City, LEGO City Train, lego hack, LEGO Train, lego train cross track, LEGO Train Hack, LEGO Train Track, lego train track layout, LEGO Tutorial, TrixBrix

LEGO City Classic Spot the difference build (set 6357)

March 3, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

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LEGO Classic Spot the difference building (6357). This was a set I acquired recently because I’m a big fan of the LEGO City Helicopter transports trucks. LEGO Set 6357 is the first one of those! This is a look at the build for these Vintage LEGO sets. [Read more…] about LEGO City Classic Spot the difference build (set 6357)

Filed Under: Classic LEGO, LEGO City Tagged With: GJBricks, Helicopter, LEGO, lego 6357, LEGO City, lego classic, lego vintage, Truck

DIY LEGO Hack: How to make LEGO Train Junctions go “Outward” #tutorial

March 2, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

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LEGO Train Junction Outward Hack – yes, this is a way to make LEGO City Train Junctions go outwards instead of inwards which saves you precious LEGO City building space!

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You may have seen my previous video, LEGO Train Junctions Shorter Crossover Hack, that I’m not afraid to injure some LEGO Track in the interest of saving some precious LEGO City build space. You can watch that video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIvX7dVKofw

This hack takes that idea a step further and was something that was suggested on Facebook based on the idea of cutting the track in a couple of strategic spots. What you be doing is taking the bit you removed from the left junction and putting in on a right LEGO Train Junction, and vice-versa. Doing that, your left junction then exits left, rather than sort of straight.

Why would you want to do this? It saves sooooo much space! Seriously! This is why 4DBrix and TrixBrix exist. They sell a version of this idea for this exact reason. OK, their method doesn’t involve cutting track as they use 3D Printing. And one other thing… This is not something you can undo. It is a permanent change to the track. The aftermarket ones can be changed freely.

This opens up a lot of opportunity such as a much denser train yard for example (something I’m very keen on! You can also do things like creating a neat crossover point – I’ll show that in some photos on my website.

Let me know in the comments what you think of this LEGO Hack. Is it going too far or is it something you’ve always wished you could do? Don’t forget to like and share it too!

And if you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and turn on the “bell” to get the latest updates and see what I’ve been up to!

Also, I have shown clear where to cut in the video, and am not responsible if you don’t follow those guides.

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The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

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!

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Latest LEGO CITY UPDATE: Was that a zombie?

February 20, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

LEGO City Update #10Reading Time: 2 minutes

This week’s LEGO City update is focused on planning and minor detailing. And not to mention there may have been a zombie sighting near the hospital… Eek! [Read more…] about Latest LEGO CITY UPDATE: Was that a zombie?

Filed Under: LEGO City Update, Studsburg Custom LEGO City Design Tagged With: GJBricks, LEGO, LEGO City, lego city layout, lego city planning, LEGO City Update, lego creator expert, lego ghostbusters, LEGO MOC, LEGO Ninjago City 70620, lego trains, lego zombies, Ninjago, studsburg

LEGO CITY UPDATE: Was that a zombie? 🧟‍♀️

February 16, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

LEGO CITY UPDATE: Was that a zombie? This week’s update is focused on planning and minor detailing. And not to mention there may have been a zombie sighting near the hospital… Eek!

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First things first. The biggest update here has to be Joss’ LEGO Sculptures by the tunnel! For those that don’t know, that’s a reference to Sydney’s Sculptures by the Sea event that’s held yearly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etRYX0h91DY

Secondly, we have Bob from Robin Hull joins us with his biscuits at 06:28. Hanging out with Dr McBrick and BrickBakery!
https://www.youtube.com/user/Meathead1962

My main focus has been on building lately. If you’ve been following recently, you’ll know I’ve been building LEGO Ninjago City 70620. And, I think I’ve nailed how that and the docks are going to work together!

But, more importantly, I have – what I think – is a great idea for how the Studsburg Ninjago District is going to work! And boy am I excited to tell you.

Otherwise, lots of little updates. The beginnings of a market is starting to form on the promenade. I think that’s going to be a lot of fun – and a lot of parts. There’s also a crazy science experiment starting out near observation point.

Let me know what you think along with suggestions when you’ve finished watching the video and don’t forget to like it!

And if you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and turn on the “bell” to get the latest updates and see what I’ve been up to!

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The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

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!

#lego #legocity #ninjago ==============

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BlockheadUK
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Brick Bakery
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Bricksonville
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Filed Under: LEGO News

LEGO Ninjago City Live Build – Street Level (part 2)

February 16, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

LEGO Ninjago City Live Build – Street Level (part 2). Join me for another stream building this amazing LEGO set 70620!

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Let me know what you think along with suggestions when you’ve finished watching the video and don’t forget to like it!

And if you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and turn on the “bell” to get the latest updates and see what I’ve been up to!

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The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

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!

#lego #legocity #ninjago ==============

GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes awesome LEGO channels such as:

BlockheadUK
https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk

Brick After Brick Toys
https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys

Brick Bakery
https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery

Bricksonville
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Dr McBrick
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Filed Under: LEGO News

Custom LEGO MOC builds by Joss

February 16, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

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Custom LEGO MOC builds by Joss is hot on the heels of her last appearance, she’s been itching to make another video, so here we are with some more of her never-ending stream of creativity!

Maybe I should make the initials on the channel mean Greg & Joss Bricks? What do you think?

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She’s made 3 MOCs this time for putting in the LEGO City of Studsburg. The first reminds me of something out of Minecraft for some reason. Think it’s the choice of colours and layering she’s used. But I think it’s kind of call and a whole new level of cute!

Next up comes a clear plastic, sculpture, thing. That you can hold upside down. It’s important to note that all of the LEGO MOC creations have had the upside down test! That seems to be a thing of hers whenever she’s building LEGOS!

And the last one features what seems to be 3 masts and looks so cute.

Joss is so proud of what’s she’s made and I think she’s a real natural behind the camera. I just have to help her lighten up a bit as there’s an element of newsreader going on here!

Let me know what you think along with suggestions when you’ve finished watching the video and don’t forget to like it!

And if you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and turn on the “bell” to get the latest updates and see what I’ve been up to!

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The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

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!

#lego #legocity #legomoc ==============

GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes awesome LEGO channels such as:

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

#bricktubers
#bricktubersnetwork

Filed Under: LEGO News

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