rickcaps55 Posted October 31, 2022 Share Posted October 31, 2022 WOW WOW ! that is awesome.!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70 Sting Posted October 31, 2022 Share Posted October 31, 2022 On 10/30/2022 at 1:33 PM, SpikeSchumacher said: Hi Harry, this was only my second attempt at this kind of a conversion. There were print lines on the parts, but I think that is due to the complexity of the shapes/curves, and not a design or printing defect. Charles at texas3dcustoms may have more input on this. But with a little careful body prep, and a good primer/filler (Tamiya grey primer), it probably isn't anymore difficult than say a resin conversion. For the rest, basically you just need to make sure everything lines up. Some cutting/grinding of the wheel openings is necessary (as well as the kit chasses' inner rear fender well), and I made it harder on myself by blending in the tops of the over fenders. Actually cracked one of them during a next to last test fit necessitating not only body work, but a complete respray...😜 Thanks for the detailed reply Spike. Looks like it was worth blending the fenders to the body as it eliminated the bolt-on look which I find kind of weird on some kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas_3D_Customs Posted October 31, 2022 Share Posted October 31, 2022 3 hours ago, 70 Sting said: Thanks for the detailed reply Spike. Looks like it was worth blending the fenders to the body as it eliminated the bolt-on look which I find kind of weird on some kits. I am not sure what looks rough on my parts but perhaps some insight as to what you're talking about. As far as layer lines, they are there but very minimal, and for support scars I have some of the smallest supports if not the smallest. This is inherently the way things are with resin 3D printing and every print will have them, the difference between makers is how small they are and where you place them. I run very small supports and always put them in the most inconspicuous place possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpikeSchumacher Posted October 31, 2022 Author Share Posted October 31, 2022 1 hour ago, Texas_3D_Customs said: I am not sure what looks rough on my parts but perhaps some insight as to what you're talking about. As far as layer lines, they are there but very minimal, and for support scars I have some of the smallest supports if not the smallest. This is inherently the way things are with resin 3D printing and every print will have them, the difference between makers is how small they are and where you place them. I run very small supports and always put them in the most inconspicuous place possible. Hi Charles, no criticism of your parts, or quality thereof was intended. The layer lines are very minimal, but since I was painting with lacquer based paints I wanted to make sure there wasn't any "ghosting" after paint application. Not only are the support scars small, and not in conspicuous places, you are even nice enough to remove all of the parts from the "trees" 🙂 not everyone does that. Your parts are by far of the best quality I have seen in my recent venturing into the 3d printed realm. 😉 Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ea0863 Posted October 31, 2022 Share Posted October 31, 2022 Absolutely freakin' awesome! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70 Sting Posted November 1, 2022 Share Posted November 1, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, Texas_3D_Customs said: I am not sure what looks rough on my parts but perhaps some insight as to what you're talking about. As far as layer lines, they are there but very minimal, and for support scars I have some of the smallest supports if not the smallest. This is inherently the way things are with resin 3D printing and every print will have them, the difference between makers is how small they are and where you place them. I run very small supports and always put them in the most inconspicuous place possible. Hi Charles, I suppose I wasn’t very clear, I was referring to the photos here - in particular the rear right photo in grey primer. Spike has done a fabulous job with your parts. In fact, I placed my order earlier this afternoon. :^) Edited November 1, 2022 by 70 Sting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas_3D_Customs Posted November 1, 2022 Share Posted November 1, 2022 6 hours ago, 70 Sting said: Hi Charles, I suppose I wasn’t very clear, I was referring to the photos here - in particular the rear right photo in grey primer. Spike has done a fabulous job with your parts. In fact, I placed my order earlier this afternoon. :^) Those aren't my prints, those are from the designer here are my prints. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas_3D_Customs Posted November 1, 2022 Share Posted November 1, 2022 7 hours ago, SpikeSchumacher said: Hi Charles, no criticism of your parts, or quality thereof was intended. The layer lines are very minimal, but since I was painting with lacquer based paints I wanted to make sure there wasn't any "ghosting" after paint application. Not only are the support scars small, and not in conspicuous places, you are even nice enough to remove all of the parts from the "trees" 🙂 not everyone does that. Your parts are by far of the best quality I have seen in my recent venturing into the 3d printed realm. 😉 Cheers You won't see the layer lines especially if you primer first but even that's not needed, but as far as criticism I am fair game to suggestions and critiques. There's a caveat here while I always listen I don't always go with what someone thinks is a good idea, because what seems like a good idea isn't always a good idea in reality. But I do always take it into consideration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spencer1984 Posted November 1, 2022 Share Posted November 1, 2022 Excellent work, that looks great! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70 Sting Posted November 1, 2022 Share Posted November 1, 2022 9 hours ago, Texas_3D_Customs said: 16 hours ago, 70 Sting said: Hi Charles, I suppose I wasn’t very clear, I was referring to the photos here - in particular the rear right photo in grey primer. Spike has done a fabulous job with your parts. In fact, I placed my order earlier this afternoon. :^) Those aren't my prints, those are from the designer here are my prints. Your parts look good to my untrained eye. Along with the tips from Spike, I’m looking forward to working with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattilacken Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 Such a cool build! Love the stance and the body kit! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 Beautiful work Mathias , that paint color is gorgeous ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 Beautifully done, exceptional work!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Armstrong Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 Impressive work- beautiful! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koellefornia Kid Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 WICKED! Great body mods, nice engine and a killer paint job! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larman Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 Great job! The paint is super and the over all look is very aggressive! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Street Rod Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 That’s an awesome Camaro! The body kit gives it a Lamborghini inspired styling that blends very well. I dig it! After seeing your build and checking out the parts on Texas 3d website, I’m thinking of building my own version. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATHU Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Looks fantastic, excellent job!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted November 7, 2022 Share Posted November 7, 2022 Very sharp Camaro! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted November 7, 2022 Share Posted November 7, 2022 Looks great! As an aside, that engine is a BlackBoxSTL design as well. I've printed up a couple for some of my own projects. His designs are excellent, as you've seen. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phildaupho Posted November 7, 2022 Share Posted November 7, 2022 Very well designed and executed. Gorgeous. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Lombardo Posted November 8, 2022 Share Posted November 8, 2022 Can't add anything here that hasn't already been said, well done, great conversion. It looks like the 3D printing of parts and actual whole cars is/has going to set the industry on its ear. Well done and a beautiful paint job. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas_3D_Customs Posted November 8, 2022 Share Posted November 8, 2022 18 hours ago, iamsuperdan said: Looks great! As an aside, that engine is a BlackBoxSTL design as well. I've printed up a couple for some of my own projects. His designs are excellent, as you've seen. His designs are very good, but I think my 572 albeit I don't have that intake is more detailed and more accurate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted November 8, 2022 Share Posted November 8, 2022 5 hours ago, Texas_3D_Customs said: His designs are very good, but I think my 572 albeit I don't have that intake is more detailed and more accurate. That may be so, but for those of us who would rather print things ourselves, it's the option we have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas_3D_Customs Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 5 hours ago, iamsuperdan said: That may be so, but for those of us who would rather print things ourselves, it's the option we have. Oh yes indeed I didn't realize we were talking about that 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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