mad mike Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 Hello everyone, usually I stick to 1/8 scale, but as it takes a lot of time to complete such a build sometimes I like to do my engine models in 1/24 too. I treat those as benchmarks for my printer, with no attention to color, wiring etc, simply made of printed parts with an overall thin layer of silver. So in this case I built the Ford GT40 MkII engine to the best of my knowledge, with the help of a lot of pics I got from a generous person. If you notice any mistakes I'd be glad if you tell me since the 1/8 version is still in the builds. Big thanks go to Tony for modeling the great 427 engine I used as starting point! Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Van Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 WOW!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anglia105E Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 Well, Michael...... I am by no means an expert on this engine, but this has to be the most accurate Ford GT40 engine in 1:24 scale that I have ever seen...... incredible! Also, as a stand alone model it seems a shame to put the engine into a car..... almost. The fact that you are considering building this engine in 1:8 scale is extremely interesting, having seen what you can do in 1:24 scale. David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gramps46 Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 Very impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Chernosky Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 I would drop this in any one of my Ford Gt models...no problem....real nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeThree Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 1 hour ago, Dave Van said: WOW!! X2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 That engine is amazing. Is it 25th scale? What printer are you using and what is the printer cost.? How much does it cost to print the engine. What software are you using to create the engine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 (edited) Looks great. I can't see much wrong with it as you seem to have nailed it down to the dry sump oil system. Are you ging to make this available?? Edited September 8, 2019 by Force Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarvinGardens Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 That is FANTASTIC. One question for ya'; what type of 3D you using? Ok, two questions; what material? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad mike Posted September 8, 2019 Author Share Posted September 8, 2019 Glad you guys like the engine! @ Håkan : great to hear that you think it's correct, I think you know quite a deal about those! I'm using an Asiga Pico printer, quite an antiquity now, five years old. Cost me a few thousand bucks, but it's worth it! Difficult to say what it costs to print the engine, for reference go to https://www.scaleproduction.de/product_info.php?info=p2336_1969-f-gt40-motor-bausatz.html For creating the 3d model I'm using CATIA V5, the printing material is some photo-acrylic from Asiga. I'm in contact with scaleproduction for a production run, but I think it will cost more than the Mk1 engine, it's a big block after all. Would you guys still be interested? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phildaupho Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 This technology blows me away and you are obviously very good at it. Amazing engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted September 9, 2019 Share Posted September 9, 2019 21 hours ago, Gramps46 said: Very impressive. Indeed!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted September 9, 2019 Share Posted September 9, 2019 Amazing work ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lghtngyello03 Posted September 9, 2019 Share Posted September 9, 2019 Man! The amount of detail in this 1/24 engine is amazing! Great work, you definitely know what you're doing when it comes to the 3D printing stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted September 9, 2019 Share Posted September 9, 2019 20 hours ago, mad mike said: Glad you guys like the engine! @ Håkan : great to hear that you think it's correct, I think you know quite a deal about those! I'm using an Asiga Pico printer, quite an antiquity now, five years old. Cost me a few thousand bucks, but it's worth it! Difficult to say what it costs to print the engine, for reference go to https://www.scaleproduction.de/product_info.php?info=p2336_1969-f-gt40-motor-bausatz.html For creating the 3d model I'm using CATIA V5, the printing material is some photo-acrylic from Asiga. I'm in contact with scaleproduction for a production run, but I think it will cost more than the Mk1 engine, it's a big block after all. Would you guys still be interested? I have been around some Ford FE engines in my day and I have two right now...allthough they are 390's, one is in my 1963½ Galaxie 500XL and the other one I'm building a 445 stroker out of. Yes I'm interested as there aren't any egnines for the Mk II's available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete J. Posted September 9, 2019 Share Posted September 9, 2019 At about 60 euros? Yup, I would be a buyer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave B Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 Amazing ? Dave B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Lombardo Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 Simply magnificent. Best looking Ford GT engine I have ever seen in this scale. Impressive to say the least. This is the future of our hobby, soon 3D will dominate and there will be an unlimited selection of cars, engines and specialty items. Wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddyfink Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 The biggest problem I see with this is that it is not mine! This is Rad! It looks pretty spot on and very sharp! Nice job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Lombardo Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 You know, the carburetor is itself a beautiful item...... the carburetor(s) and the exhaust pipes by themselves would be great to offer, then the complete engine. Also, a reworked version for the 427 Cobra roadster would be great to have also. Tons of possibilities here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 Let me repeat the sentiment...WOW! I love the look the paint gives it, like all raw aluminum. Would love to see it with plug wires added, and a couple small items painted (oil filter, carb, fan belt, distributor cap, starter) just to add a little contrast. Of particular interest is the alternator. Hard to achieve that look in a model without using photoetch for the blades, but this rocks. And those headers. What a nightmare for someone to try to cast in resin, but 3D printing avoids that issue Well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 Imagine the hours spent just drawing this up to be able to print it in the first place. Somebody has some great reference material and patience to do that. Let alone passion. I don't see how anyone could do that as a job and make money selling 1/24th scale engines at $55. euros a pop. Or can they? I just don't know enough about it but I'm sure someone that does will share more info. It IS incredible looking. cheers, tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATHU Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 Very very impressive, fantastic work!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad mike Posted September 11, 2019 Author Share Posted September 11, 2019 19 hours ago, Codi said: Imagine the hours spent just drawing this up to be able to print it in the first place. Somebody has some great reference material and patience to do that. Let alone passion. I don't see how anyone could do that as a job and make money selling 1/24th scale engines at $55. euros a pop. Or can they? I just don't know enough about it but I'm sure someone that does will share more info. It IS incredible looking. cheers, tim Hello Tim, good point. I've got a job that gives me some abilities that come in handy when drawing those models. For reference I have to rely on the net and the great people who put pictures online, and those who help me out after asking nicely. Sometimes I wish I had some reference in my garage! In the end I build those engines for myself, and if I see a way to let others have them without too much hassle for me I try to realize that. Let me tell you that $55 or $60 is not nearly enough, not with the small volume you will actually sell. The greatest reward for me is when someone builts a nice model with my parts and I get to see it, but sadly I haven't seen anyone post pictures of the scaleproduction Mk1 engine yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3men2s Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 TAKE MY MONEY!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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