MarcelT4 Posted June 23, 2018 Share Posted June 23, 2018 (edited) Hello, I dare to make a construction report here. A mini will be built in a Liberty Walk robe. The entire Liberty Walk Kit I have created on the PC and printed using my 3D printer. Here is the progress so far. Here are the bumpers. And with body. Edited July 2, 2018 by MarcelT4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted June 23, 2018 Share Posted June 23, 2018 Cool start Marcel! Now lower it into the weeds .... ....What 3D program are you using ? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spex84 Posted June 23, 2018 Share Posted June 23, 2018 Very cool! Glad to see 3D printing being put to good use. How did you make the new body panels conform to the kit? Did you make exact templates from the kit and scan them into the computer to help in designing the new parts? I could see it being difficult to match all the compound curves exactly. In the 1:1 world, aftermarket body kit companies do 3D scans of the vehicle to base their new designs on-- I imagine there are probably some free/cheap 3D car models available online that could be employed in a similar fashion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted June 23, 2018 Author Share Posted June 23, 2018 1 hour ago, Belugawrx said: What 3D program are you using ? I use 3D Studio Max from Autodesk. This is the free student version. 1 hour ago, Spex84 said: How did you make the new body panels conform to the kit? Did you make exact templates from the kit and scan them into the computer to help in designing the new parts? I could see it being difficult to match all the compound curves exactly I create the complete car on my PC and create the required parts individually. These will be printed out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted June 23, 2018 Share Posted June 23, 2018 ,but it's the Revell of Germany kit you start with.... ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted June 24, 2018 Author Share Posted June 24, 2018 7 hours ago, Belugawrx said: ,but it's the Revell of Germany kit you start with.... ? Yes, it's the Revell gift set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted June 24, 2018 Author Share Posted June 24, 2018 20 hours ago, Spex84 said: I imagine there are probably some free/cheap 3D car models available online that could be employed in a similar fashion. These free / cheap 3D models are usually not suitable for such things. These usually do not correspond to the original dimensions and then the rework is very large. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
da_ashman Posted June 25, 2018 Share Posted June 25, 2018 Looking good!!! Cant wait to see more!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spex84 Posted June 25, 2018 Share Posted June 25, 2018 9 hours ago, MarcelT4 said: These free / cheap 3D models are usually not suitable for such things. These usually do not correspond to the original dimensions and then the rework is very large. This has been my exact experience. Most of the freely available 3D models online are junk, with the possible exception of cars from high-quality games like Forza or Gran Turismo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted June 30, 2018 Author Share Posted June 30, 2018 I also have something in mind with the mk1. He gets a Honda engine and much more .... In order to accommodate the engine well then the hood must be changed. Of course, the engine mount must also be changed.... ....and with the engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted July 2, 2018 Author Share Posted July 2, 2018 Hello, I have designed new struts for the MK1. And made a new bonnet for the BMW Mini. The rear Spoiler printed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted July 12, 2018 Author Share Posted July 12, 2018 (edited) More WIP. And the MK1. Edited July 12, 2018 by MarcelT4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GerN Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Keep up the excellent work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted July 16, 2018 Author Share Posted July 16, 2018 I once worked on the MK1. I discarded the hood hinges and used the kit parts. Then I painted, first the base coat. And top coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Share Posted July 17, 2018 Hi, here my version of the Union Jack. And with top coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TarheelRick Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Wow, this is an ambitious project. Really like what you are doing with these. That paint on the MK1 is outstanding, waiting to see what you do with the BMW Mini. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 FANTASTIC!!…..I really love that roof!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted July 17, 2018 Author Share Posted July 17, 2018 Thanks, I'm glad that the MK1 like. For the BMW Mini, I need help, I need a scan of Liberty Walk Decals. The sunbeams should be included for the sides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted July 22, 2018 Author Share Posted July 22, 2018 Hello, today there is a taste of the result fes MK1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superbike-shaun Posted July 22, 2018 Share Posted July 22, 2018 Wow, very tasty build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
da_ashman Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Great work! the union jack looks awesome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted July 24, 2018 Author Share Posted July 24, 2018 Hi, i habe printed one version of the wheels. It's the right one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcelT4 Posted July 24, 2018 Author Share Posted July 24, 2018 And with car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FabbricaP Posted July 24, 2018 Share Posted July 24, 2018 Really cool paint job on the Union Jack! Looking great so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ich_Will Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 That paint!!! ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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