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Brick Gear Building: Ratios, Gear Trains and Shafts

2026-09-29Building TechniquesBrickPlan Team
Learn how brick gears work: the three gear families, ratio math, reduction trains, differentials, cross-axle mounting and how to fix seized or slipping gears.
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LEGO Technic Beginner's Guide: Parts, Gears and First Sets

2026-09-28Beginner GuideBrickPlan Team
Learn how LEGO Technic differs from regular bricks, the four core parts, gear ratios, which starter sets to buy at three budgets, and a five-step practice order.
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LEGO Technic Guide: Entry Cars to Flagship Supercars

2026-09-07Set ReviewBrickPlan Team
A price-bracket breakdown of LEGO Technic sets, from sub-CNY 500 starter cars to flagship supercars, judged on piece count, play features and value.
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LEGO Technic Review: Gears, Differentials and Flagship Sets

2026-09-06Set ReviewBrickPlan Team
A LEGO Technic review covering gear trains, differentials, suspension and powered functions, plus price tiers and how to choose your first set.
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LEGO Technic Buying Guide: Gears, Flagships and First Sets

2026-09-04Brand GuideBrickPlan Team
How LEGO Technic works, from gear trains and differentials to the Liebherr 42100 and Sian 42115 flagships, plus part quality, prices and first-set advice.
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LEGO Technic Guide: Beginner to Advanced Set Picks

2026-09-04Beginner GuideBrickPlan Team
Learn how LEGO Technic works, which sets suit beginners, advanced builders and MOC fans, and how to judge value before buying your first gear-driven model.
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LEGO Technic Parts for Beginners: Gears, Axles and Pins

2026-08-27Beginner GuideBrickPlan Team
Learn how LEGO Technic gears, axles, pins and beams work together — gear ratios, worm drives, steering, and which parts to buy first.
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LEGO Technic MOC Modding Guide: From Static Sets to Moving Builds

2026-08-20Beginner GuideBrickPlan Team
Learn how Technic differs from standard bricks, which beams, axles, gears and linkages to stock, and how to mod official sets into working, steering models.
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Buying Technic Parts for MOCs: Channels, Checks & Starter List

2026-08-12Parts GuideBrickPlan Team
A practical guide to buying Technic parts for MOC builds: which channels to use, how to check specifications and quality, and a starter parts list.
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