Shapeways 3D 66 Pro mod Nova (Lots of sanding)

[NYLIBUD]

I'm trying something new.Thanks to Shapeways 3D printing.They make a great 66 Pro mod Nova.The quality is excellent.Ive gotta prep the body,and thanks to some other builders on this website,they explained how...Un like resin,or plastic.

Thanks guys

[John Goschke]

Cool project.  Did you do any surface filling before sanding or just a high-build primer?  Also, I wonder if it might've been easier to cut that rear spoiler off and fab it up from sheet styrene since it's mostly flat panels?

 

[NYLIBUD]

Cool project.  Did you do any surface filling before sanding or just a high-build primer?  Also, I wonder if it might've been easier to cut that rear spoiler off and fab it up from sheet styrene since it's mostly flat panels?

 

No I just sprayed it with filler primer.I really didn't think there was so much sanding items that came out of a 3D printer.No,but it's ok..I'm going to use a finer paper now,800,then probably 1000.Again,it's just a model,but I still hope I don't screw or up.?.But if I do,I'll buy another body,and try it again.As I said,I ain't no expert model builder.I think I'm ok,but as I've already said,there's pros on here.Ah I just do the best I can.Now as far as the wing.That came with the package I ordered,but I did have to install it.However,again,Shapeways sells all different scales,and packages.You can buy the Nova with everything together,or with the doors,front end,trunk),all removed for you.You can get a scoop,or get a hood/front end without one.Shapeways.com makes so many pro mod Drag cars,cages,and engines.Just google them.Its wild stuff.

[J.G.]

What was the cost of the that body 3D printed?

I've not yet worked with a 3D printed body , only small parts

It looks like a cool project

Edited July 21, 2017 by J.G.

[NYLIBUD]

Shapeways.com. I'm pretty sure it was under $50.But they carry different packages,at different prices.And it takes a lot of filler and sanding to get the body right...But it's fun.

[RAT-T]

WHAT SCALE IS THAT RON?

[NYLIBUD]

Either 1/24,or1/25.I can't remember. 

WHAT SCALE IS THAT RON?

[NYLIBUD]

So I  added another coat of filler primer on the car.Waited for awhile,and then went back to sanding.But it's getting there..And like I said before,I kind of find the sanding to be fun,for lack of a better word.

[porschercr]

This may or may not work. What about a skim coat of 3M glazing and spot putty, Then sanding with 800 grit and higher?

 

Trevor

[my66s55]

This may or may not work. What about a skim coat of 3M glazing and spot putty, Then sanding with 800 grit and higher?

 

Trevor

This is actually the best way to go about making this body usable. Back a few few years ago, I did a post that showed how to deal with 3d printed parts and the difference in types of printer. I built my own printers and used them as examples, but the principles are still the same. Here's a link to that post: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/101922-1935-lasalle-convertible-coupe-3d-printed-at-home-aug-30/?page=1

[NYLIBUD]

This may or may not work. What about a skim coat of 3M glazing and spot putty, Then sanding with 800 grit and higher?

 

Trevor

Hey Trevor,I probably will try that idea.But like I said,it's just a model.I may even turn it into Drag slot car.

Thanks

[NYLIBUD]

Hey guys,thanks for all the tips.I wanted to see how these parachutes would look.

[Kenmojr]

Nice looking Nova. I too did not realize there was that much sanding for 3D printed bodies. I have ZERO experience with 3D printers but I have been creating 3D models for 15 years except for cars. I find cars the hardest thing to model.

I have a few 3D cars models as works in progress, but I get restless with them. Modeling a building or spaceship is easy compared to cars, especially if you are trying to accurately recreate a real life year, make and model.

[Mattilacken]

On 10/3/2022 at 2:06 AM, Kenmojr said:

Nice looking Nova. I too did not realize there was that much sanding for 3D printed bodies. I have ZERO experience with 3D printers but I have been creating 3D models for 15 years except for cars. I find cars the hardest thing to model.

I have a few 3D cars models as works in progress, but I get restless with them. Modeling a building or spaceship is easy compared to cars, especially if you are trying to accurately recreate a real life year, make and model.

There is a thread under general where this subject is being discussed. I think that the quality have improved with the newer printers, note that this thread is from 2017. Still some work is needed, much more than resin or plastic I guess.

 

Edited October 4, 2022 by Mattilacken