comp1839 Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 that is some sweet stuff there tim!!!! i think the front wheels will be killer when you're done. will you be making a fixture to hold the hub in place while you assemble the wheel? i'm wondering if these would something you could fiit into this build......hehe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted October 10, 2016 Author Share Posted October 10, 2016 Bob, thanks as always. PeteJ. -I'll check out that software you mentioned, thanks for sharing it. Yes, rotary on tilting angle plate is my usual setup. I'm grateful and jealous that I don't live that close to Sherline. Jealous in all the things you can learn being so near and "grateful" as I'd spend WAY too much money there. Thanks for following along. Dave, yup on the jig even though I have only a slight clue on how I'll set it up. I've researched how guys do wire wheels and I think it can be a good basis to set these up for assembly. If you can make me the "dice" valve stems, I'll be happy to put them on the car. Appreciate the encouragement as always! cheers,tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoatGuy Posted October 11, 2016 Share Posted October 11, 2016 Tim I am always blown away at your talent. Looking forward to more and hope to see it in person soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted October 11, 2016 Share Posted October 11, 2016 Tim... Holy Cow!! that is some nice work on the front wheels so far. Man are they going to be killer. I can't wait until you have more to share with us. Keep up the awesome work on this!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 1 down, 1 to go. Assembly should have been a breeze I thought. I made a simple but fairly effective jig to locate everything but it took quite a bit of fiddling with it to get the first together. I'm sharing pics of the wheel next to the kit wheel/tire combo as a comparison. Fining polishing will really bring it to life. cheers, tim You can clearly see how out of scale the kit wheel hub, spokes and rim are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Absolutely stunning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Tim... That is an outstanding update. Man that wheel is Gorgeous!!! . Its a 1000 times better than the kit wheel. I can't wait to see the 2nd one done and then It will be so cool to see the chassis as a rolling chassis with both front and rear wheels on. Keep up the Killer work!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp1839 Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 tim, that................. is just OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davewilly Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 That is an fantastic looking wheel Tim! Fantastic work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 (edited) Hey guys, thanks much. Here's all 4. They're all drilled to accept tire valves after final polishing. I'll do that last during the final assembly phase. Cheers, Tim Edited January 14, 2019 by Codi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Tim... you have me speechless. Those rims are so gorgeous and have me drooling. Ypu are one of the best my friend. I hope to be able to machine my own stuff as nice as that some day. I just gotta ask what's next on the agenda list? Chassis by chance?? I am dying to see this as a rolling chassis with those wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davewilly Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 very impressive set of wheels! Looking forward to whats up next! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nytrozilla Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 There once was a machinist named TimWho decided to build him a rimSo he fashioned a ringTo replicate the thingAnd now we all have to wait until he gets around to mounting them on the frame. *****Zilla / 2016***** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy D Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Gorgeous machine work on the rims Tim!!!! The style of the rears are something I have not seen before in scale, Love it!!! Those fronts look amazing, I can appreciate the planning that it took to get those angles right.What material are you milling the tires from?Truly impressed sir!Randy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Thanks Chris & DaveWilly. yes, one more thing on the list before I get to the chassis. I have all I need now for proper planning and fitment to start it now.Joe, limericks now huh? That got a loud hearty chuckle from me. Keep em' coming. Thanks too Randy. The front rims, after assembly and removal from the jig were centered and didn't require any glue to hold the hub in place whatsoever. It was that tight of a fit and the angles I got lucky on. I did add a little glue just to be sure of course. The front tires are kit bashed and the rears are modified compresin tires. I've still got a little more sanding and finessing the slicks yet as they're just a shade too wide and the sidewalls need a slight correction. Close though. When will we something soon from you btw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alix Bernard Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Hey Tim, I'm diggin' those front tires!! When you say kitbashed......borrowed from another kit or ? Thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Hey Alix, kit bashed means it came from some unknown kit where I stash unused parts for possible future builds. In this case, I have no idea where they came from. cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Tim......those wheels are to die for.......you just blow me away with your machining skills Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp1839 Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 obviously, it is a breath of fresh air to see someone not only use parts that aren't the norm for a build but, also create them from scratch. the donovan is not a copy of some model company's work but, rather you're artistic interpretation of an absolutely stellar feat of engineering in drag racing history. the wheels.......well, the wheels are the same artistic view. as i watch this piece of miniature machining history unfold, i am left wondering what your next creation will be for this maximum effort build. i can only imagine................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10thumbs Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 (edited) Tim, wonderful work....@Dave, obviously, it is a breath of fresh air to see someone not only use parts that aren't the norm for a build but, also create them from scratch. the donovan is not a copy of some model company's work I have problems with this statement. It seems somewhat belittling to me. edit....lots of very good modelers here on our forum and ....editShould my comment be out of place, I'll gladly edit. Edited October 16, 2016 by 10thumbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Michael, please remove your comments and I'd prefer if you omit any and ALL future posts to my threads. Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10thumbs Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 (edited) Michael, please remove your comments and I'd prefer if you omit any and ALL future posts to my threads. TimTim, removing my comments was not the offer, just editing the comments was the offering. I don't remember reading that you accept only positive replies or comments. I find it strange that you receive praise from only members of your choice. But then we both know that sometimes criticism goes both ways, don't we?Your preference may not be the same as mine.Still wonderful work on the fronts wheels. Edited October 15, 2016 by 10thumbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 If you have an issue Michael, real or perceived with someone's comments, then I suggest you do the mature thing and take it up with them directly via a PM. I'll ask again that you remove your post as I don't appreciate your hi-jacking my thread over a perceived slight. Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete J. Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 Ok, I will try to bring this back on track. This is a photo of an issue I ran into with my mill. With the rotary table mounted on the angle plate I have a clearance problem with the motor mount on the right side of the mill head. This only happens when I am using end mills that require the use of a collet to hold them. You just can't lower the head far enough to make contact with the part. I am bring this up to you because I discovered something. As you probably already know the rotary table can only be mounted one way on the angle table and that is to the right. Well, Shurline will custom make a rotary table with the controls on the other side so you can mount is on the left side of the head and avoid this issue. They don't charge extra for it, but it is definitely not in their catalog. You have to call them and order it special. If you ever run into it, you know they have the solution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10thumbs Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 If you have an issue Michael, real or perceived with someone's comments, then I suggest you do the mature thing and take it up with them directly via a PM. I'll ask again that you remove your post as I don't appreciate your hi-jacking my thread over a perceived slight. TimThe reply concerning you and someone else has been edited, as offered.My last comment was directed to you, no one else. I'll pass on the PM though, not to worry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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