30s roadster body B

[kensar]

I started this thread for the second body variation of the roadster project I am working on.  The first body is a more or less 'classic' English roadster and there is a build thread in another sub-forum.  There doesn't seem to be much interest in it there, so I am branching out into this forum.  Both body designs use the same chassis and engine with minor variations.  This variation is a more 'sporting' vehicle that could be driven to a track for a race or track day. This variation will use a dual plug Aston Martin DBR-1 engine (the files were developed by Bill Cunningham and are free for use - thanks a bunch, Bill).  So these roadster designs have 1930s styling with 1950s technology.

Design renderings:

I have printed the parts out for both versions and am progressing on both designs.

Printed 'B' body - body work in progress.

 

Chassis for 'B' body.

Wheels printed.  Decided to go with these instead of wire wheels, but either one looks good.

Thanks for looking in on this.  What do you think about it?

 

[Ace-Garageguy]

VERY nice. Some aspects of it make me think of Allard, had they built a full-fendered somethingorother.

[bbowser]

Love the art deco look!  I'll be following.

[Spex84]

Hey! I've been watching the other thread and meaning to comment, I guess I just hadn't yet? You work too quickly, haha!

I think both body designs are exciting. The Art Deco aerodynamic styling of this body looks excellent with the heavier artillery-style wheels you've chosen. I think the skirt with cutout is a cool design feature, and I'm digging the rake of the grille slats.

What layer height have you been printing these parts at? They look very smooth right out of the gate (but that might also be the small size of the photo tricking my eye).

I've spent a bunch of time modeling parts that I've always wanted to have, but watching your thread (and some others recently) is making me think I should try to model and print some of my own custom car designs. So thanks for the inspiration!

[kensar]

Thanks for commenting Bill, Bruce, and Chris.

This design does prompt memories of Allards and Alfa Romeos.  The design is an amalgamation of design features on these cars.

Chris - I am using a Anycubic Photon M5S Pro printer and Anycubic ABS-like resin.  I am using 20 micron layer height, which is visible on the printed items.  At this layer height, if you prime, paint and clearcoat, the layer lines are mostly filled up and do not show, however, on large surfaces, I do sand them away, which is easy and doesn't take a long time due to the softness of the cured resin.

If you use design software, don't hesitate to explore your own ideas.

 

[LDO]

That is a really nice looking car. It looks like it can have different grilles. Also cool. If you decide to sell copies, I’m interested. 

Edited June 29 by LDO

[kensar]

Time for an update.

I have painted the body and I am painting on the chrome trim at the moment.  Also making the lights on the lathe.

I have completed the chassis and wheels.

I should be finished with this one soon, so the next posting will likely be in the completed section.

Thanks for looking in on this  project.  It's been a steep climb up the learning curve.