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Basketball Court MOC Review: 32x32 Streetball, 1,850 Pieces
A detailed review of a 32x32 streetball court MOC: 1,850 parts, a working hoop, 210 build steps, difficulty, and whether the 160 yuan total is worth it.
Cinema MOC Review: Structure, Parts and Value
A hands-on review of a 1,500-piece cinema MOC plan: three-floor structure, part quality, 220-step build time and whether it beats official sets on price.
Coffee Shop Brick Sets: Beginner Buying and Building Guide
Learn how to choose a coffee shop brick set, build the storefront, counter and sidewalk seating, and budget ¥100–250 for a 600–1200 piece street scene.
How to Build a Construction Site Brick Scene With Trucks
Plan a four-step construction site brick build: baseplate, fencing, excavator, tower crane and minifigures, with piece counts, budgets and troubleshooting FAQs.
Crane Truck MOC Review: 1,260 Pieces, a Boom That Works
A review of a 1,260-piece crane truck MOC: how the boom and cable linkage work, parts cost, build time, motorization options and official-set value.
Dam MOC Review: 1,680 Pieces for a Working Spillway
A detailed review of a 1,680-piece dam MOC: parts list, real build cost, gate linkage, accuracy and difficulty, plus FAQ on downloads and parts swaps.
Brick Glider MOC Tutorial: Wing Curves and Build Guide
Choose a brick glider MOC plan, shape a smooth airfoil with slopes and hinges, and budget 900 parts, a 52 cm wingspan and roughly 4 hours of building.
Harvester MOC Review: Header Lift + Drum Threshing Linkage
A hands-on look at a 1,420-piece harvester MOC: header pitch linkage, drum threshing, parts cost, build time and whether new builders should try it.
Brick Kindergarten MOC: Classroom & Playground Layout
Build a brick kindergarten street-scene MOC: 32x32 baseplate layout, two-floor classroom block, slide and swing playground, garden details, parts count and budget.
How to Build a Mars Base Brick Model: Modular Sci-Fi Guide
Plan a modular Mars base brick build: three zones, baseplate sizing, transparent-part checks, build order, costs from 100 to 600 yuan.
Mermaid MOC Review: 950-Piece Tail Scale Build
A hands-on look at a 950-piece mermaid MOC: tail scale gradient, SNOT techniques, reef base details, part costs and whether the instructions are worth it.
Moon Base MOC Review: 1,030 Pieces, 51cm Wide Research Station
A 1,030-piece moon base MOC review: the 140-step instructions, part costs, build time, 90% accuracy and how it stacks up against official space sets.
Brick Mosque MOC Review: Dome, Twin Minarets and Value
A detailed review of a brick mosque MOC: dome curvature, minaret proportions, color scheme, part count, build time and total cost before you buy the instructions.
Parthenon MOC Tutorial: Colonnade, Roof and Stepped Base
Build a 2,400-piece brick Parthenon: three-level base, 16-column colonnade, gabled roof and display tips, plus parts counts, budget and difficulty.
Brick Pet Shop Build: Step-by-Step Street Scene Guide
Build a 1,200-1,800 piece brick pet shop on a 16x16 footprint: plan choice, parts list, storefront, cages, shelves and FAQ.
How to Build a Pharmacy Brick Street Corner (16×16) Step by Step
Follow a 16×16 two-floor pharmacy MOC in order: base, checkout counter, medicine shelves, green cross sign and lighting, with parts counts and costs.
Raptor MOC Review: 14 Joints, 1,200 Parts, 45 cm Long
A full breakdown of this 1,200-piece raptor MOC: accuracy, 14 movable joints, 180-step build time, part costs and whether the instructions are worth it.
RV Brick Build Guide: Picking a Set and Detailing the Interior
How to choose and build an RV brick model: body width and piece count, opening side panels, interior furniture, and a chassis-first build order.
Snack Street MOC Review: 2,600-Piece Night Market Scene
A full review of a 2,600-piece brick snack street MOC: six food stalls, minifig flow, special food parts, build time, cost per piece and lighting options.
Spaceship MOC Review: 620-Piece Sci-Fi Warship Plans
A 620-piece spaceship MOC review: 42cm length, 112-step instructions, parts cost, 5-hour build time, lighting options and an 88% accuracy verdict.
Sphinx MOC Tutorial: Reclining Proportions & Headdress
Build a 1,600-piece brick sphinx, 46 cm long and 20 cm tall, in about six hours. Learn reclining proportions, striped headdress, weathering and part costs.
Spinosaurus MOC Review: A 60 cm Brick Dinosaur Build
A hands-on look at a 2,600-piece Spinosaurus MOC: sail construction, 320-step build difficulty, part costs, and whether this 60 cm dinosaur is worth building.
LEGO Statue of Liberty MOC: 2,200-Part Build Tutorial
Build a 58 cm Statue of Liberty MOC in about 2,200 parts: base, robe curves, seven-spike crown and a lightable torch, with patina color ratios and sizing.
Brick University MOC: Main Hall, Library and Campus Layout
Build a 3,200-piece brick university MOC: symmetric main hall facade, domed library, plaza layout, plus part counts, dimensions and a 280 CNY budget.
Missing Pieces Mid-Build? A Complete Replacement Guide
Found a missing piece halfway through a build? Learn how to confirm the gap, track down the part number and get replacements via BrickPlan, Gobricks or BrickLink.
Brick Bridge MOC Guide: Piers, Arches and Cable-Stays
Build a stable brick bridge MOC step by step: span planning, dense 2x4 piers, arch reinforcement, deck beams, cable-stays and load testing.
BrickPlan vs. 5 Other Chinese MOC Instruction Sites
We scored six Chinese-brick MOC instruction platforms on library size, quality, pricing and community. See where BrickPlan wins and what it costs.
Horse MOC Blueprint Review: 6 BrickPlan Designs Compared
We compare six popular horse MOC blueprints on BrickPlan for clarity, parts-list accuracy, build experience and value, with real build times and cost data.
JAKI Missing Parts: How to Request Free Replacements
How to file a JAKI spare parts request: the set and part numbers you need, the fastest support channel, wait times and what to do if the wrong piece arrives.
JiGao Dinosaur Series Review: Five Popular Dinosaurs Compared
A hands-on JiGao dinosaur series review scoring five brick dinosaurs on accuracy, articulation, part quality and value, with a clear pick for which to buy first.
Keeppley Series Guide: Which Line Is Worth Buying?
Compare Keeppley's six series on positioning, part quality, value and age range to find the line worth buying — Space for adults, Pokémon for kids.
LEGO Parts Replacements: Choosing Compatible Chinese Bricks
Compare Gobricks, Double Eagle and SEMBO parts against LEGO, learn to match replacements by part number, and cut your MOC parts bill by about two-thirds.
LEGO Replacement Parts: 3-Step Official Request Guide
How to request missing LEGO parts from the official site in three steps, what processing times and the free policy really cover, and what to do if you are refused.
brickplan MOC Blueprints Review: Creativity and Playability
A scored review of brickplan's MOC blueprint catalog: theme creativity, playability, drawing quality, difficulty tiers, pricing and FAQ answers for builders.
SEMBO Replacement Parts: How to Request Missing Bricks
How to claim free SEMBO replacement parts: photo evidence, marketplace seller support, official channels, delivery times, and spare-part workarounds.
How to Choose a Supermarket Brick Set (2026 Brand & Price Guide)
Pick the right supermarket brick set: piece counts, minifigures, brand prices for LEGO, SEMBO, JAKI and Qiji, plus sale timing and missing-part tips.
Unicorn MOC Blueprint Review: Clarity, Parts, Build
A hands-on review of the unicorn MOC blueprint: PDF clarity, the full 680-part list, 4-6 hour build experience, 28cm finished size and real cost per part.
Lost Your Weiji Instructions? How to Recover Digital Manuals
Lost the paper manual for your Weiji set? Three ways to recover the digital version, plus how to verify parts before ordering replacements.
Is Sluban Worth Buying? Quality, Series and Value Review
A full Sluban review covering brick quality, clutch power, the military, mecha and space series, cost per piece, and which sets are worth your money.
Adult Brick Beginner's Guide: How to Choose a First Set
A practical guide for adults starting brick building: how to pick a first set by theme, piece count, budget and tools, plus the order to level up.
BBQ Shop MOC Review: A Street-Scene Build Full of Detail
A scored review of a 920-piece brick barbecue shop MOC: part accuracy, build experience, interior details and value, plus a FAQ on cost and compatibility.
How to Keep a Brick Build Log: Photos, Tables or Video
Compare photo, spreadsheet and video build logs, choose the right tools, and follow a five-minute routine that documents every step of your build.
Brick Gift Guide: What to Buy at Three Budget Tiers
A three-tier brick gift guide: what to buy under CNY 200, from 200 to 500, and above 500, plus tips on piece counts, storage space and theme choice.
Brick Motorization Kits Compared: Which Drive System to Buy
We compare three brick motorization options — domestic motor kits, LEGO power sets and DIY builds — on price, performance, install time and value.
Brick Building Starter Gear: What to Buy at Every Budget
A tiered shopping list for new brick builders: what to buy under 500 yuan, around 1000 and past 2000, and how to split budget between sets, storage and tools.
Burger Shop MOC Review: Is This 680-Piece Street Build Worth It?
A detailed review of a 680-piece burger shop street scene MOC: part fidelity, build time, interior details, real cost, and whether the plan is worth buying.
Free Digital LEGO Instructions: Where to Download PDFs
Find free PDF building instructions for LEGO, SEMBO, Qiji and Sluban sets, plus PDF reader tricks and a backup system so you never lose a manual again.
Drop Tower MOC Review: 2,800 Parts for 158 Yuan
A scored review of a drop tower amusement park MOC: parts accuracy, build experience, interior detail and value, plus compatibility and cost answers.
How to Dust LEGO Bricks Without Damaging Prints
A step-by-step guide to dusting LEGO bricks safely: which brushes and cloths to use, how to wash loose parts, and how often to clean your display.
Which Glue to Use for LEGO MOCs: A Beginner's Guide
Compare model glue, superglue and hot glue for LEGO MOCs, learn which adhesives are safe for ABS parts, and follow five steps to glue parts without fogging.