New Video!

New Video + New Parts Arrived

Just couple of hours after uploading "Lego Nescafé Coffee Pack Vending Machine" I checked my mailbox and saw a package. I was very excited to see that it was a Lego order I placed a couple of weeks ago. Now there are a total of 11 Lego technic gear racks which are essential for every Mindstorms NXT machine. Now I will be able to build automatic machines on a larger scale as these racks will allow motors to move things around.

If you have not checked Lego Nescafé Coffee Pack Vending Machine already, here it is:
http://adf.ly/1Tq4Lj

Lego Tic Tac Machine *LCM V9*

Lego Tic Tac Machine *LCM V9* is out!

Link: http://adf.ly/1SsSLh

Lego Oreo Vending Machine *LCM V8* - New Era of Mindstorms NXT

Today, November 8th, I released my 8th version in my Lego Candy Machine series. This time I took the challenge of building a fully equipped Mindstorms NXT machine on a 16x16 baseplate, one of the smallest dimensions I have encountered on YouTube. This machine is just more than a traditional NXT machine. After the coin is registered by the light sensor and the servo motor is triggers to dispense the Oreo, I have included a touch sensor which when pressed, it confirms that the Oreo has been taken out and then the servo motors rotates back to refill the dispenser. I really enjoyed building this machine and  I think I will start using Mindstorms NXT equipment more often from now on.

To see the machine in action and more details: http://adf.ly/1RJKqQ

Lego Candy Machine V7 *Two Options*

As TheLegoHow YouTube channel hit 500 subscribers, I decided to make something new, a machine with two different options. In this machine one can chose between red or yellow M&M's when 50 Euro Cents are inserted. All coins that are not accepted quickly get rejected and the color can be only chosen once the money is inserted. I would like to celebrate this amazing milestone with a new type of machine in my Lego candy machine line. Thank you so much for your support and I hope to see this channel grow faster and bigger.

Thank you!

Just Hit 500 Subscribers!!!

Today, 11/10/15 is the mark of a large milestone. TheLegoHow Youtube channel has hit 500 subscribers! This is an amazing and motivating milestone. When I first started this channel, I could have never seen this day coming. I was inspired to start creating my own machines after seeing the Lego machine kings, Electrydragonite and AstonishingStudios. This amazing milestone now motivates me to keep uploading new machines as I know all my viewers and subscribers are supporting me and my machines. Thank you for always supporting my channel. This means a lot to me.

Thank you so much! See you at my next machine!

Lego Candy Machine V5 *Nesquik Chocolate Milk*

Who said Lego candy machines are only for candy? In this version the machine dispenses 1 box of Nesquik Chocolate Milk for every 50 cents and rejects anything lower. Be one of the first ones to check it out!

Video Link: http://adf.ly/1POWlO

It's Good to be Back...

TheLegoHow is back and running on its main platform, Youtube. Alongside this, I have also created a Patreon page for exclusive offers for your pledges. My videos will always be free but be sure to check out my Patreon page for extras such as custom machine instructions. More extras will be coming soon. For now, here are a few links after the break.

Lego Coin Bank V3: http://adf.ly/1POTNH
TheLegoHow Patreon: http://adf.ly/1POTWc

Lego Candy Machine V4 *NXT*

Today (October 19) was the release of my fourth version in the Lego Candy Machine series. This machine is fully automatic. All you need to do is insert two Euros, sit back and enjoy your Mars bar. No levers, nothing. Everything is done with the smartness of the NXT brick. Machine contains coin rejections as well as a up to two rounds dispensing. Machine includes light sensors, which activates the motor, all controlled by the NXT brick. Of course none of these would be able to happen without programming the actual thing. So enjoy the first step to automatic machines in TheLegoHow channel.

Link: http://adf.ly/t1K0T

New Season Means New Appearance

After releasing my first video of the season, I decided to create new appearances that would be remembered by the audience. I have created a new banner and profile picture which are being used in all TheLegoHow related websites and if you noticed, I created a new banner for this blog. You can also click on the banner above to navigate through my new merchandise store and my youtube channel.

TheLegoHow Season 2 Preview

Its been long since my last video but this doesn't mean I have quit this channel or something. Actually, better machines and videos will be awaiting for you. Thank you for your support and for your views which have increased a lot (A LOT). A new machine is currently being built with about 40% completed.  This season will be a season with a lot of new ideas and concepts which is one of the reasons why there are few versions of one machine. I try new things out of Lego and if it works I share it on Youtube. I have also been partnered up with a network called Freedom! which was suggested by a legend in Lego machines (AstonishingStudios) Yes, lots of things are waiting us for this new season and suggest your ideas because I sometimes run out of ideas too! If you want to become a partner with this network, simply click the link below. (They don't require much for partnership) Also if you want to contact me through email, that's also below. Lets have a great year!

Network Link: http://www.freedom.tm/via/TheLegoHow

Email: legohowtomakestuff@gmail.com

Lego Safe V2

Here is my second version of my Lego safe line. It contains a very simple mechanism but can only be accessed with the special axle key. It contains a box which is quite deep and can store a good amount of valuables. Even though it is kind of ironic to build a safe out of Lego, I think this version is safe and can't be accessed unless someone breaks it or has access to the key. The design is simple and I tried to give as much space possible for the box so it can store a large amount of valuables. This time the mechanism is different from the first version which is much harder to access and is much more secure. Please subscribe and donate to my channel.

Video Link: http://adf.ly/k7TGP

TheLegoHow Channel Trailer

So I haven't uploaded something for a while and I am still working on something you will hopefully see soon. I decided to make this channel trailer for the newcomers which I am very pleased with myself. It introduces the newcomers to my channel and what I do. If you are also new please watch this video for information. If you want to support me you can always subscribe to me or even donate to me if you wish to do so to make my channel better for you and others. New machines and other creations are on their way ;)

Lego Candy Machine V2 is Out!

I am finally done with filming and editing. The video can be viewed at 1080p HD. More videos to come and hope you enjoy my new Lego Candy Machine!

Youtube Link: http://adf.ly/dkj4t

Lego Pinball Machine V1-FINISHED!

Yes, its finished!! The majestic pinball machine is finished and will be filmed hopefully on Tuesday. I didn't do it today because it's night here and its just too dark. Since the last update I finished off parts on the ball dispenser and added a coin tray so I can get the profit. Unfortunately there are no pictures this time because I didn't want to spoil it so if you want to see everything stay tuned for the week. I also changed the pinball board so there would be more space to move the ball around and also bought some rubber bands to make the flipper mechanism. The flippers were a pain because they would jam often until I found a way to stop it to do so. I put two rubber bands per flipper so there would be more friction and would need more force to push which I like. Overall, this is the last update of the Lego Pinball Machine V1 and see you next time with new creations and Lego news.

Official Release Date: February 5th 2014

Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/TheLegoHow

Lego Pinball Update 2-Almost There!

Its been a week since the last update and all that I can say is that its close to finishing. I have currently been working on this project once a week since I was very limited on time but planning to get it done this week. I have put in the flippers which do work well and tested them out with the reward system. Also the reward system will contain coins and will be dispensed if the ball makes it into the hole. This was also tested and did work smoothly. The main part to finish now is the ball dispensing mechanism which is extremely tall because it has to dispense the balls onto the pinball area. Everything else seems to be great and will be on Youtube within the week or so. Also I will need to get some rubber bands so the flippers work like real pinball flippers. Also I ran low on the yellow so I decided to add some grey bricks so that the color scheme was kept the same. Hopefully this will be the last update and will be presented on Youtube for a close up and see what this amazing machine is all about! Stay tuned until then.

Lego Pinball Machine Version 1 On Its Way!

Its has been a while since my last creation which was Lego Coin Bank V2. I decided to change things a little bit and I am currently building a new machine. This pinball machine consists of a regular candy machine mechanism to dispense the balls for gameplay. Its not an old boring pinball machine without a reward. Even though its the first version, I thought of adding a reward system where when the ball gets into the hole, the player will receive a prize which I have not decided yet. The prize will probably be twice the money you will be paying to play the game. So if you put 1 dollar to get the marbles from the dispenser and make it into the hole, you will get 2 dollars back. It is up to you what to do with the money but why not play some more? So far the machine is about 25-30% complete because there are a lot more details I will have to consider to make an interesting machine. The machine does niot have any Mindstorms or Power Functions to power the machine. I really like how I did the "WIN" and "$" signs because they really stand out well. Here are some pictures of the progress and the things I still need to work on. Below there is a preview in different angles of the amazing machine: