Random part of the day: Pneumatic Cylinder 2X2X11 No.2
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Today's random part is 26656, 'Pneumatic Cylinder 2X2X11 No.2', which is a Technic part, category Functional Elements, Others.
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Nice part
I have the sudden urge to go play with 42128...
Yay, Pneumatics! While many LEGO motor standards have come and gone, the elegance and functionality of the pneumatic system live on! I started with 8040 Universal as a kid. Today’s pneumatics are even better in terms of durability and function. Happy to see that new pneumatic sets continue to be released.
I love love love Lego Technic pneumatic sets! 8042 was one of most cherished sets growing up. I built and rebuilt that one countless times. I appreciated all the functionality that didn't require any batteries or motors.
I remember 20 years ago there was someone who used to build insanely complex synchronized pneumatic systems using up to 40 cylinders at a time. I just realized I haven’t seen anything from him since LUGNET kinda fell apart.
The only pneumatic sets I have are Mercedes; I would appreciate having others — that new(ish) tow truck looks fantastic.
Similar to: https://brickset.com/parts/design-19478
Does anyone know if there is any difference between No.2 and No.1 which appeared in the 42043 Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245 as they appear identical? Or are they just different time periods?
@ambr:
Bricklink lists Version 2 of three pneumatic cylinders, and one pneumatic pump. What they don’t list is what parts are Version 1 of these parts. The pump is blue, while other pumps are yellow. But the thing that probably caused the revision numbers is the stepped nipple. Older cylinders appear to have had nipples with straight sides and just a slight bevel on the top to get the air hose started. The newer ones have a narrow section at the tip, and a thicker section at the base. This may be intended to assist with fitting an air hose, or it may be to allow two different sizes of air hose to be used.