Custom 3d printed badges, ornaments etc.

[Achto 27,570]

25 minutes ago, Tractorhead said:

did you set a basecolor of Black ahead?

 

Yes, it started with a high gloss black urethane. The Moto Chrome paint that I used specified that the base color must be a urethane paint. It also specified that the base black color be allowed to cure for at least 1 week before spraying the chrome paint over it.

[Tractorhead 9,064]

Thanks Dan for that Feedback.

I see that often in advertising's, but never tried it myself.

but to see a result from an independent person give me a better feeling to try it by myself.

 

They mostly suggesting not clear coat it, otherwise the Glossy will fade quickly.

Is that the same on this product?

 

[Achto 27,570]

15 hours ago, Tractorhead said:

They mostly suggesting not clear coat it, otherwise the Glossy will fade quickly.

Is that the same on this product?

 

This company offers a clear that is "made" for their chrome paint and suggested it be used for extra protection if the item is to be exposed to the elements. They warn that it will drop the reflection quality by 5% to 10%. Well... they are right. The shine is not what it was before I cleared it.

 

It still has a respectable gloss but not like it had before I cleared it.

Edited June 18, 2021 by Achto

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Finished wild/spoked for Harley Heritage Classic

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Latest projects Im finishing up just before big show.

Hitching posts....used old rotors from the brake shop, drill 6 holes around edge, and added bolts with 2 nuts...one nut snugs against the outside of the pot pinning the pot between the bolt head and that nut, the other nut tensions against the rotor while the tip of the bolt goes into the holes around the edge of the rotor.

Steins...did a red coat over some if the off red abs and assembled. Painted ONE custom BIG SHOW stein as a donation to the WHCC auction.

Also just finalized design for the 78 79 fiberglass blackhood lenses will have one or 2 of those at the show.

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

BIG show...

Had a great time at the show! Thanks to everyone who stopped by and we got to meet

@pullstart and family, @WHX24 @Achto @roadapples @Sparky @rjg854 @Suburban 550 just to name a few!

Mrs had a great time milling around and visiting everyone and thanks everyone!

Lessons

1. Bring more keychains

2. Go up Wed nigjt(cuz while thurs is setup, its still pretty busy)

 

Possible pending projects from show

Light buckets for the black noses, customizable gt 14 dashes, square badges, 4in inserts for plastic wheel weights, and more!

Edited June 27, 2021 by Wheel Horse 3D

[edgro 677]

Just a thought, could the tombstone be scaled down to be the key cover, rather than the square black piece?

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

2 hours ago, edgro said:

Just a thought, could the tombstone be scaled down to be the key cover, rather than the square black piece?

A very cool idea! The small size would prevent the tiny details and lettering, but even the shape speaks for itself. Ill add that to the list for some tinkering! Print it in the Enzo Red

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

2 1/8 inch Badges now in the store! Available in natural "steel" or painted silver, and as a single left facing, or Left and right facing pair.

[RobinKelley 3]

Pretty damn cool,Imglad I found this site.Been thinking about a hood ornament.My tractor is in the shop,(I fried something and decided to let a pro fix it before I do more damage .I'll be in perfect order and 90 percent pretty. A sweet hood decoration will definitely push me over the top

Edited July 6, 2021 by RobinKelley

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Begining layout of GT 14 dash and console.

Thanks to @buckrancher for the sample!

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Gt14 dash model in progress! Thinking this would also be easy to print in different colors for some nice custom looks!

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

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Test print! This was at 70 percent infill. Text sizes look good, maybe still a little high.

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Also figuring on thickness, this 5mm may be a bit too stiff. This sample has almost zero flex.

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Gt 14 console model.. initial draft!

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Still working on that GT14 dash..that durn lighter icon curly cue is a bear on the big machine theres a setting somewhere not quite right..maybe extrusion factor.

Otherwise I keep filling orders with the repaired old faithful!!!! Thanks to all you folks out there displaying our stuff, spreading the word, and giving invaluable input and ideas!!!!!

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Still working on that GT14 dash, just busy getting orders done and the "before winter" projects as well such as B.O.B.(big old bayliner), all 4 wheel upgrade for Dug, and thumb throttle conversion on the mini bikes among others.

[SylvanLakeWH 25,547]

On 5/12/2021 at 11:03 AM, Wheel Horse 3D said:

For those who havent been following else where, and thanks to a RedSquare member who is willing to send a broken one for dimensions, we'll soon have a headlight bezel model for the '78 '79 fiberglass hoods that are very hard to find! I'll be sure to have these ready just as soon as i receive the example, and ill be sure to bring at least one up to the Big Show(unless more are requested)

Did you get these finalized? I have an E 141 that I will need this part for… please pm me if so…

 

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[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

2 hours ago, SylvanLakeWH said:

Did you get these finalized? I have an E 141 that I will need this part for… please pm me if so…

 

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Sure did get em finalized! 

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Continuing to send out ornaments etc. Just purchased an upgraded computer system that is extremely fast! Now have the ability to vastly increase resolution, AND use photos to 3d scan items...such as this gargoyle head from the Trans Allegheny Lunatic Assylum museum.(The 2nd largest handcut stone  building in the world after the Kremlin.) Museum wants keychain gargoyles lol.Fist the original cast, and the screenshot of the completed 3d model.

 

Edited November 17, 2021 by Wheel Horse 3D

[ebinmaine 67,455]

Thought maybe that was a long list cousin of mine but then I read the post. 

 

😂

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

This morning we end up with a physical copy of the original!

[Wheel Horse 3D 3,795]

Last night modeled another goyle, today finally got a model of Mack the bulldog! Also did a variant for Transformer fans, my version of the hood ornament on Mixmaster.

Edited November 19, 2021 by Wheel Horse 3D