fiery1 Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 Hi I have been lurking on the website for a while now and thought I was due to post some of my work. I have always built model cars but only the last 18 months got back to slot cars. I had an accident with a serious head injury and building these little cars was fantastic therapy for me. I remember this car from my childhood as I have been a huge fan of the Bathurst race all my life. This model started with me creating a 3d model using blender. I have a 3d printer and then do lots of sculpting to make my master. From the master a silicon mould was made then cast in resin. I still have a lot to do, windows need to be vac formed, wheel inserts created and head and tail lights sculpted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalbfellp Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 (edited) Great work looks very good. Sure to be some demand for castings of the Falcon. If you need any vac forming done just ask! But Munter may be closer to get vac forming done. Edited July 15, 2013 by kalbfellp Quote Phil https://www.hobartminiaturecarclub.com/ Email Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 Looks great, i'll have a couple, once Phil get's his hands on one Quote Quickly read this post before it is deleted or i turn grey again Gary http://www.facebook.com/Rallyproxy2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ember Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 That looks great. Quote Computers. They'll never catch on. Tiny Tyers Targa - The build saga continues - Aging wood - A recipe for staining wood - Don't take a fence - Step by step paling fence - An old shed for my new cars - Wooden garage under construction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinno Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 Nice work I doubt we will ever see commercial versions of them in 1 32 scale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jphanna Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 wonderful work mate. very talented!!! Quote Shed People Mutual Admiration Society 2 times Australian National Champion 1991-Flexicar 1999- Group 12 Sedan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RacingJoe Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 (edited) That would make a good running mate for my VK. I must make an effort to get it finished. Edited July 17, 2013 by RacingJoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slo Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 Great work! Will these be available to buy? Keep up the good work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiery1 Posted July 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 I would be happy to sell these when finished but do not know the rules as far as this thing goes on the board. Am I able to announce sales here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri-corn7 Posted July 18, 2013 Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 Looks great. I'd be interested in one too once you work it all out.. Just wondering what printer do you use? Many I've looked at have quite a small printing base - fine for small cars in 1/32 but the longer cars like Falcons & (insert anything american) usually wider than the printing range.. Quote They are only toys .... until you pull the trigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiery1 Posted July 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 Sometimes I print them as parts and glue them together. My printer is a UP 3d printer and prints abs. The footprint is around the 135mm mark. There is always a lot of manual sculpting to do before the master is ready. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slo Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 (edited) I would be happy to sell these when finished but do not know the rules as far as this thing goes on the board. Am I able to announce sales here? Others have, and this item is unique in that only you have it. I'd say no worries though it would be better to get the OK from a moderator, in any case, can I put me hand up for 2 ...if the price is reasonable? What is the wheelbase and width of this one? Edited July 19, 2013 by slo1quick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ember Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 Would there be any possibilities of palling up with one of the casters for a production run? I have a bit of a fondness for this model, and I wouldn't mind getting my hands on a couple. I could finally have a go at something I've been wanting to do for 4 years. Quote Computers. They'll never catch on. Tiny Tyers Targa - The build saga continues - Aging wood - A recipe for staining wood - Don't take a fence - Step by step paling fence - An old shed for my new cars - Wooden garage under construction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinno Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 I would be happy to sell these when finished but do not know the rules as far as this thing goes on the board. Am I able to announce sales here? One off things like these where you are not hurting retailers are never a problem, it is not like you are going to put anyone out of business and if you don't do it know one else does anyway. Just kep it on this thread as it is the easiest way for people to find it. Your biggest issue when selling is with the actual car manufacturer but it is really just a hobby and the amount you sell won't hurt anyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted January 15, 2014 Report Share Posted January 15, 2014 Any updates on this Quote Quickly read this post before it is deleted or i turn grey again Gary http://www.facebook.com/Rallyproxy2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baford Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 thats pretty cool looking car Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiery1 Posted September 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 An update on the Tru-Blu Falcon I have finished modelling the falcon and added windows and an interior. The renders can be viewed here at my shapeways store. http://www.shapeways.com/shops/studio67 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stubbo Posted September 5, 2014 Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 I'm thinking you are going to be asked a few questions so I'll start off. I saw the dimensions of the model but can you tell us the wheelbase.? Can you also tell us the easiest and best way to buy the items. I did have a look at the shapeways store. Does one need to join to buy or how does it work? Good job. Quote Alan Stubbings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalbfellp Posted September 5, 2014 Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 I few pics of an actual printed body would be nice so we can see how they actually come off the printer. Quote Phil https://www.hobartminiaturecarclub.com/ Email Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ember Posted September 5, 2014 Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 Last time I tried to purchase from Shapeways they wouldn't deliver to Australia. I gather that has changed now. Quote Computers. They'll never catch on. Tiny Tyers Targa - The build saga continues - Aging wood - A recipe for staining wood - Don't take a fence - Step by step paling fence - An old shed for my new cars - Wooden garage under construction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquakiwi Posted September 5, 2014 Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 They deliver to NZ, just inform them your a small archipelago to our left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalbfellp Posted September 5, 2014 Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 Shapeways will now deliver to Australia. But I am told that this body cannot be printed by them as the design is too thin! Quote Phil https://www.hobartminiaturecarclub.com/ Email Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted September 5, 2014 Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 What is the point then ??? Quote Quickly read this post before it is deleted or i turn grey again Gary http://www.facebook.com/Rallyproxy2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalbfellp Posted September 5, 2014 Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 I have no idea Gazza, it is a Very nice rendering in 3d that needs either making solid. Then printing and casting, or just making thicker,But then will probably be too heavy for a body. Quote Phil https://www.hobartminiaturecarclub.com/ Email Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiery1 Posted September 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 Hi Guys, I would like to apologise to all as I think I have posted this car a little early. I have had one printed in the past although it was a slightly earlier model but it was the basis for this one. The wall thickness was fine. I have one on the way so will post photos of this when it arrives. Again please accept my apologies.If moderators would like to remove thread I understand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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