LEGO SET 71709 - Alternate build | Jay and Lloyd's Velocity Racers

LEGO SET 71709 - Alternate build | Jay and Lloyd's Velocity Racers

Unleashing New Horizons with Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Racers (71709-1)

In the heart of Ninjago’s adrenaline-fueled racing scene, Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Racers set (71709-1) roars to life with its electric blue accents, sleek Technic elements, and robust System bricks. Yet, beyond the high-speed thrills of the original dragster and hot rod combinations lies an untapped reservoir of creativity: the spare parts of this set can be reimagined into four distinct MOCs that redefine velocity in every direction. Imagine roaring through winding forest trails on a nimble trike, slicing through the skies in a jet-like fighter plane, carving through city streets on a streamlined chopper, or skimming across water on a futuristic powerboat. Each build maintains the set’s signature color palette—vibrant blues, trans-neon green windshields, and bold yellow highlights—while showcasing ingenious engineering solutions that honor the spirit of Jay’s lightning speed and Lloyd’s stealthy agility.

These alternative models not only breathe new life into familiar elements like the large-diameter blue wheels and angular paneling but also challenge builders to explore unconventional connections. By stripping away preconceived notions of what a “racer” must be, you’re invited to fuse System bricks with Technic pins in novel ways—crafting articulated fairings on the Velocity Chopper, repositioning jet intakes on the Velocity Fighter Plane, or balancing hull plating on the Velocity Boats. Whether you’re a seasoned MOCer or a newcomer eager to experiment, these designs demonstrate how a single set inventory can yield multiple high-performance vehicles, each with its own narrative and functionality .


Alternate Builds

71709 Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Trike

71709 Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Trike
By thekitchenscientist
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-53523/thekitchenscientist/71709-jay-and-lloyds-velocity-trike/?spot=setalts_alt&t=1751194169&cs=5e63


71709 Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Fighter Plane

71709 Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Fighter Plane
By thekitchenscientist
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-51833/thekitchenscientist/71709-jay-and-lloyds-velocity-fighter-plane/?spot=setalts_alt&t=1751194169&cs=aeb5


71709 Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Chopper

71709 Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Chopper
By thekitchenscientist
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-67034/thekitchenscientist/71709-jay-and-lloyds-velocity-chopper/?spot=setalts_alt&t=1751194169&cs=aae9


71709 Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Boats

71709 Jay and Lloyd’s Velocity Boats
By thekitchenscientist
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-60363/thekitchenscientist/71709-jay-and-lloyds-velocity-boats/?spot=setalts_alt&t=1751194169&cs=4436

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