Popular Post Fang Posted October 7, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted October 7, 2020 A few years ago I decided to start building a model of a few James Jones converted County's, starting with a Highland Skidder. After many hours drawing I have got most of the 3d CAD model completed, and today received the first of the 3d printed parts. The intention is to build the model out of resin castings for the main parts(using the 3D prints to make the moulds), 3D printed parts for the tiny details, and some brass and plasticard. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mb86 Posted October 8, 2020 Share Posted October 8, 2020 Excellent start. Lots of small details on the 3D parts, it is going to be a lovely build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stabliofarmer Posted October 8, 2020 Share Posted October 8, 2020 This looks incredible, can't wait to see more progress. Is this the future of model making? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Udimore Posted October 8, 2020 Share Posted October 8, 2020 wow cannot wait for this project Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted October 8, 2020 Share Posted October 8, 2020 Fang-tastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hajo Posted October 8, 2020 Share Posted October 8, 2020 This is definately the future of model building, and what a work you have done so far! Getting everything drawn must have taken a bit of time I suppose. But indeed a great start and a great 1:1 model to be building! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
844john Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 (edited) I agree, this looks like it's going to be an amazing build. With regards to your question James, I think it depends on what you want from a model. If your after a perfect representation of the real thing, there is no doubt in my mind that this is the way forward. However, for me, I can't help but think that, from the perspective of someone who enjoys making models, this would feel more like assembling a model kit than setting to with some styrene and a knife and making your own personal model. I have to admit that I'm in awe of the quality and accuracy that 3D printing can produce, and also the people who produce the drawings,(being a major technophobe!), but there are a lot of very talented builders out there and i still think and hope there will always be a place for a craft knife and a cutting mat Edited October 9, 2020 by 844john 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fang Posted October 9, 2020 Author Share Posted October 9, 2020 1 hour ago, 844john said: I agree, this looks like it's going to be an amazing build. With regards to your question James, I think it depends on what you want from a model. If your after a perfect representation of the real thing, there is no doubt in my mind that this is the way forward. However, for me, I can't help but think that, from the perspective of someone who enjoys making models, this would feel more like assembling a model kit than setting to with some styrene and a knife and making your own personal model. I have to admit that I'm in awe of the quality and accuracy that 3D printing can produce, and also the people who produce the drawings,(being a major technophobe!), but there are a lot of very talented builders out there and i still think and hope there will always be a place for a craft knife and a cutting mat The first thing with 3d modelling on cad is the time. I've been at this in my spare time for about 3 years now, measuring a real machine and drawing all the parts, so unless you're doing this full time its certainly not a quick process, far quicker to get out some styrene and start building something, so there is that drawback to it. I want to build a few other County's, so the advantage is I can use the parts on the cad for other models. Even when modelled and 3d printed, there is still a lot of traditional model building required to complete a model. A lot of people hand make a master part out of styrene and then cast in resin, using 3d to create the master means you can get a lot more, more accurate detail, but you still end up with a resin casting. Another point to remember is that although you could just 3d print the complete model, I don't think it would actually be a very nice thing, and incredibly delicate. Some parts on this model I won't be 3d printing, because they are far better made from a bit of styrene or brass. One of the problems with 3d printing is that if you print something thin, it will tend to warp, and is very easy to break, whereas if you used styrene it would just bend. My personal approach to this is to use 3d printing where it is required, such as masters for castings, tiny detail parts, etc, but if I was to build say a grain trailer, then I think you'd be better with some styrene or brass, maybe use a 3d print to create a master for the mould for the tyres. I think 3d printing certainly has its place, and is the way forward, but its not going to replace traditional model building completely. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Fang Posted December 29, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted December 29, 2020 I've finally got round to having a go at making a mould from the 3d prints and casting in resin. This my first attempt at this. I made a simple open mould to cast these as I need to print another as I've changed a few details, but wanted to try it to see how the fine details come out. I don't think it came out too bad, a few little air bubbles, but all the details seem to be there. A few more drawings to finish and hopefully I can get the base tractor completed. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stabliofarmer Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 They look very good for a first attempt, took me a long time to get anything like that. I look forward to seeing more progress. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Fang Posted March 28, 2021 Author Popular Post Share Posted March 28, 2021 I have a batch of 3d prints so I can now for more parts, so hopefully will have something looking more like a tractor quite soon. Some of the smaller more detailed parts will have to stay as 3D prints I think. The front end details are going to be a one piece 3D print, quite pleased with how this has turned out 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Fang Posted February 6, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 6, 2022 I've had a final play around with the CAD model, and now have the final versions of the 3d prints for the main castings. I have nearly finished all the moulds and tried a few castings, pretty pleased with the results. I glued a few of the scrap castings to see how it will look. A few more bits to sort out moulds for, and then I can start on the brass parts. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alf aphid Posted February 16, 2022 Share Posted February 16, 2022 Wow these look really good ! Can’t wait to see progress 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Fang Posted December 23, 2023 Author Popular Post Share Posted December 23, 2023 So nearly a year since I posted this, but have been busy all that time. I now have my own 3d printer to print my own patterns and small detail parts which is proving very useful. Every time I looked at photos I noticed details that I had missed, so I now have 5 different engines from 5000 6X to 6600, not including Ford turbo variants, 3 different gearboxes and 3 different rear axle centre housings, along with the variations on the County parts. I have done a front axle in resin, but I'm not convinced it will be strong enough so I'm going to do a brass version instead. Hopefully I'll have something looking like a tractor by the end of Christmas. And a Barth K140 should be on the way too, but I'll start a new thread for that 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stabliofarmer Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 The level of detail is just astonishing Andy, good to see some progress! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginjaninja95 Posted December 24, 2023 Share Posted December 24, 2023 Out of interest have you drawings or is it off pics? The lever of detail rival's manufactures drawings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fang Posted December 25, 2023 Author Share Posted December 25, 2023 14 hours ago, ginjaninja95 said: Out of interest have you drawings or is it off pics? The lever of detail rival's manufactures drawings The basic dimensions off sales literature, etc, then hours measuring actual machines, and filling in the gaps from photos. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fang Posted February 3 Author Share Posted February 3 The latest (and hopefully final version!) of the main engine/gearbox/rear axle centre housing for the 6600. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fang Posted February 17 Author Share Posted February 17 (edited) After failing to source suitable lights to use on my models I decided to have a go at making some myself. Pretty pleased with how these turned out. Had trouble getting the camera to get a decent photo. Edited February 18 by Fang 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stabliofarmer Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Impressive stuff Andy, I've always had trouble with clear resin curing, but then I've always bought the cheapest one! I saw mention elsewhere of putting a reflective surface behind? I think something like tinfoil or aluminium tape may work well, however silver paint has always looked abit dull when I've had a clear part up against it. Photos show headlight recess painted silver then the resin light in place, might have been more the poor quality of the resin though. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Joe Dewar Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Ever thought of useing Molotow Liquid Chrome James available as felt tip markers, Or refill's which can be used straight into an Airbrush, ?? https://www.molotow.com/en/product-series/marker-refills/professional/ Regards Joe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fang Posted February 19 Author Share Posted February 19 I'll have to get a Molotow marker and give that a go I think 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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