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| | | Description: | | The Erector Ferris Wheel Set builds 23 different models and includes 477 pieces. - 2 AA batteries required (not included)
- A 3V motor allows you to create powered movements
- Nostalgic motorized design and package inspired by the original Erector Ferris Wheel Set
- Compatible with most Erector sets
- Ages 8+
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 2.36 inches | | Product Width:
| 16.53 inches | | Product Height:
| 12.99 inches | | Product Weight:
| 6.5 pounds | | Package Length:
| 16.7 inches | | Package Width:
| 11.4 inches | | Package Height:
| 2.5 inches | | Package Weight:
| 4.8 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 10 reviews |
| | | | Customer Reviews: | |
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Erector setAug 31, 2010
Product is as advertised but a vital part, one of the pulleys for the motor, was missing in the packaged parts, so currently I can't use the motor to power the wheel and thus it does not work as it is supposed to.
However, I recently ordered the part on [...] and hopefully, I will get it soon.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 Spend The Extra Money And Get The Eitech ModelMar 08, 2010
This is, for the most part, a pretty neat little ferris wheel set. It comes as a 477 piece set.
Pros-- It's mostly made of metal, very little plastic, so it's very durable and sturdy when it's fully assembled and when all of the screws and nuts are tightened down. It's neat to watch when it's all adjusted out correctly.
Cons-- The instructions are hard to follow, it's all visual for the most part, no written out instructions. The tools that are provided aren't the best in the world, especially the little wrench. The wheel runs off of 2 rubber bands and a pulley that connects to the motor, and the tension on the rubber bands has to be good and snug so that it will turn the wheel, otherwise it will slip, and it won't spin if the motor runs.
Overall, it's not the best model ferris wheel out there, however, if you are up for a challenge with tiny screws and bolts, this is the model for you. It's all color coded.
My advice is spend the extra money and get the Eitech model. It's very similar but larger in diameter, more detailed, more challenging, and requires no rubber bands to make it run, it's gear-to-gear driven, no pulleys.
 Very FrustratingFeb 08, 2010
The toy was purchased to be a joint project with a very mechanically inclined five year old boy. The product had no written instructions and very minimal diagrams. When constructing the large ferris wheel, it was very frustrating when it was not possible to duplicate both distal portinons of the wheels; and one of the wheels had to be fastened in one level. Better instructions including a written description of the construction steps on the larger projects would be a real plus. Erector Motorized Ferris Wheel Set, 477 Pieces
Not as expected from an Erector SetJan 03, 2010
This set is fun, although not what I typically expect from an Erector Set. The sides of the coaster do not line up properly, therefore causing the seats to not sit correctly and hit the sides when spinning. Also, the motor is NOT strong enough to spin the coaster on its own...I had to jump start it multiple times. I would have been more satisfied without the let down from the motor. Overall, this product only 3 stars from me, where as other Erector Sets have gotten 5 stars.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 Fun and educationalSep 10, 2009
I purchased this product as a gift for a cousin. We spent hours working with it and a number of the brothers surrounded us when we were working on it. This is the closest product to the one I remember as a kid. There is nothing better than erector sets.
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