Chris Smith Posted March 20, 2023 Posted March 20, 2023 Just an amazing build this is, superb craftsmanship and amazing detail. I myself feel like a mere mortal after looking at what you have created… looking forward to seeing more.
Straightliner59 Posted March 20, 2023 Posted March 20, 2023 7 hours ago, Randy D said: Daniel, appreciate the kind words, your brass chassis dragster is just wonderful. I appreciate that, greatly!
Straightliner59 Posted March 20, 2023 Posted March 20, 2023 6 hours ago, Randy D said: bottom part of the oil pan... So started work on the wiring harness and made up the generator and starter with solenoid. As this is a front engine car with a rear transaxle the "tranny" is pretty much a clutch cover. That is all for now. Thank you for looking in! Randy To quote Wayne and Garth, "Schwwwwinnng!"
Pierre Rivard Posted March 20, 2023 Posted March 20, 2023 It's hard to comprehend this level of detailed fabrication, especially at such a small scale. You never seize to amaze sir!
AmericanMuscleFan Posted March 23, 2023 Posted March 23, 2023 Demonstration of dexterity with infinite power, each part made could be exposed individually for a maximum wonder. Breathtaking!!! ?
Muncie Posted March 23, 2023 Posted March 23, 2023 Each time you post the latest work, I look, I close my eyes and chuckle under my breath because this must be impossible... can't be real... I open my eyes and look and still in my total disbelief, it is real!
David G. Posted March 25, 2023 Posted March 25, 2023 Over the years I've seen so many projects go uncompleted, I'm so glad to see you continue your amazing work on this project Randy. David G.
Codi Posted March 25, 2023 Posted March 25, 2023 Words fail me Randy. A truly one of a kinda and inspirational build. There's something here for everyone to admire and to learn from. Next pics you share put a dime or penny next to the engine so everyone can truly appreciate the scale of what you're doing. You're packing in 1/12th and even 1/8th scale level detail into 1/25th.........SUPERB! cheers, tim
Belugawrx Posted March 28, 2023 Posted March 28, 2023 That engine is pure eye candy Randy! Very very nice ? Cheers
58 Impala Posted April 21, 2023 Posted April 21, 2023 Amazing work, always look forward to your latest posts. I have a question, how many of those tiny parts have you lost to the "carpet monster"? Lol.
Randy D Posted February 23, 2024 Author Posted February 23, 2024 Hi Folks Bill, Still chasing gremlins in the wiring, no spark!!! Chris , Thank you, just how many wonderful big scale builds do you have going at the same time???? Steve, Always appreciate you checking in my friend? David, Thank you for sticking with me on my long drawn out attempts to build something! Hey Tim, Thank you and hope to see you posting again soon. Your talents are truly one of a kind and sorely missed. Thank you Bruce ! JC, Thank you now get back to work on those Porsche builds. Noel, Thank you for the kind words. Tom, Probably enough to build another car! Thanks Andy? Daniel, Such a treat to see your dragster in person and get to talk to you. Pierre, Thank you for checking in. Always enjoy looking at your builds going on. Very sad to see the issues with the Mercedes 300 build Francis, Wonderful comments from a builder who I really admire!!! Randy
Randy D Posted February 23, 2024 Author Posted February 23, 2024 Okay, finally a progress report. Had to spend some time fixing a screw up on my part. I had removed too much material from the back of the interior tub.... The back wall should be more vertical so I needed to add some material and feather it in... When I get to finishing the interior there will be a piece of stock going down to the floor.. needs to look like this ..... more.... 2
Randy D Posted February 23, 2024 Author Posted February 23, 2024 A little bit on Borrani wire wheels.... For this build I need the 72 spoke "outside" laced ones... Photo credit to Ed Matsuishi from the Tamsoldracecar site Here is a good pic illustrating the issues in modelling these wheels in 1/24th scale... The inter-lacing of the spokes and the unique spoke tightening nut sets these wheels apart from others. Photo etch wheels can look nice with their turned metal rims and centers and thin spokes but lack the tightening nuts and the spokes do not inter lace. plus of course, the spokes are flat Fernando Pinto wheels have real wire spokes but suffer the same two issues of no interlacing and no nut detail This is an area where the advent of 3d printing can really help. A couple of pics of my pile of options... so far the clubhouse leader is some 3d printed wheels that Ricardo, my partner for 3d goodies, made a few years ago.....here is a photo They look pretty good but I am eagerly awaiting the upcoming offering from Jason at Jack Modeling. Pete, Pierre and Helmut from this forum are helping him come out with this style of wire wheel. The fast paced upgrade in technology in 3D printing from when these were made will be a real boost in quality. That is all for now. Thank you for looking in. Randy 6
Ace-Garageguy Posted February 23, 2024 Posted February 23, 2024 The craftsmanship in this entire thread is mind-boggling, especially considering the small scale. Truly inspirational too. Thanks... 1
Pierre Rivard Posted February 23, 2024 Posted February 23, 2024 1 hour ago, Randy D said: A little bit on Borrani wire wheels.... For this build I need the 72 spoke "outside" laced ones... Photo credit to Ed Matsuishi from the Tamsoldracecar site Here is a good pic illustrating the issues in modelling these wheels in 1/24th scale... The inter-lacing of the spokes and the unique spoke tightening nut sets these wheels apart from others. Photo etch wheels can look nice with their turned metal rims and centers and thin spokes but lack the tightening nuts and the spokes do not inter lace. plus of course, the spokes are flat Fernando Pinto wheels have real wire spokes but suffer the same two issues of no interlacing and no nut detail This is an area where the advent of 3d printing can really help. A couple of pics of my pile of options... so far the clubhouse leader is some 3d printed wheels that Ricardo, my partner for 3d goodies, made a few years ago.....here is a photo They look pretty good but I am eagerly awaiting the upcoming offering from Jason at Jack Modeling. Pete, Pierre and Helmut from this forum are helping him come out with this style of wire wheel. The fast paced upgrade in technology in 3D printing from when these were made will be a real boost in quality. That is all for now. Thank you for looking in. Randy Randy my friend, that's not a pile it's a mountain! ? I'm in contact with Jason and the wheel he is developing should be a good fit. I'll share news as soon as he has the design set and prototypes ready to go. Body on this Maser looks a good match to the space frame...meaning incredible!
Pete J. Posted February 23, 2024 Posted February 23, 2024 I haven't seen this thread in a while. Amazing as always! Just stunned by your work!
Chris Smith Posted February 23, 2024 Posted February 23, 2024 Randy… I want to thank you for the kind words and checking in on my builds. As I am a assembler of a kit you are a true craftsman. Would have to suggest have you tried to find the wheels you’re looking for from Model Factory Hiro? They did release a number of 1/24 scale kits that had wire wheels. If they are similar to the larger ones, you have to lace them up by yourself. Every part is separate
absmiami Posted February 24, 2024 Posted February 24, 2024 well - farewell to that '64 Sebring GTO - nice save on that rear deck ...
250 Testa Rossa Posted February 24, 2024 Posted February 24, 2024 I'm using a set of hand laced wheels on my 3D printed Birdcage.
Straightliner59 Posted February 24, 2024 Posted February 24, 2024 13 hours ago, Randy D said: Daniel, Such a treat to see your dragster in person and get to talk to you. I enjoyed that, as well! It was a privilege to see and hold this Maserati. Your bodywork was a joy to see! You can certainly be proud of that!
Straightliner59 Posted February 24, 2024 Posted February 24, 2024 3-D printing would be the only way to get that taper, as well.
David G. Posted February 24, 2024 Posted February 24, 2024 Thanks for taking the time to take and post photos of this amazing build Randy. It's always a pleasure to see it back on the boards. David G.
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