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EXHD Peterbilt - 3D Printed
I have been working on 3D printing parts as well as designing the engine. The truck body will be next, but I have to get the dimensions of the engine just right. I am basing this off of a CAT 3406C. With the current King Hauler body, the engine won't fit with the radiator and other parts. I would need to scale it down, but it may be too small. I am afraid this one is too big. I can keep it this size and print the hood longer than what the kit comes with to accommodate the engine which would make everything come out right.
https://s13.postimg.org/o9xsn5fbn/Body_with_Engine.jpg https://s13.postimg.org/vpx28xvb7/Bo...Engine_-_2.jpg https://s13.postimg.org/674pvym1v/IM...310_211236.jpg https://s13.postimg.org/54ujdeg37/IM...310_211246.jpg https://s13.postimg.org/g4fqp0e83/IM...310_211254.jpg https://s13.postimg.org/o9xsn6pmb/IM...310_211302.jpg |
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Cool , I was thinking about a 3d printed engine as well , looking for a G-Code
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If you design the engine where the electric would fit inside, would be a great thing.
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So here is where I am now. I have been working on the design of the engine for a while. I am ready to paint some parts and start gluing it together. Took 21hrs for engine alone without all the accessories. Hope to get more pics soon.
https://s17.postimg.org/6gkykk5zj/Motor.jpg This is where the truck is at. I am also working on the drive shafts and carrier bearing. https://s17.postimg.org/b2h2sx6y7/Truck.jpg Here is what I am going for, will see what it turns out like in the end. https://s17.postimg.org/ti1jqbssf/novcvrpic01.jpg |
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Looks like an awesome build!!! :D
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I think everyone needs a printer these days. That engine is impressive!
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Awesome Cat .. love to have the files for that one .. The one I printed closer resembles a block of plastic that I think looks more like a Cummins
I have a Monoprice Mini Select 3D printer , awesome for under 200 bucks |
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Thanks for the comments guys. I have about 3 weeks of work into this engine. I will make them ready for sale by the end of May I hope. Too much time into these to get it just right to give the files away.
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Nothing wrong with getting a little $$ for your work, esp if you did both the 3d modeling and the printing setup yourself.
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That looks good. Can't wait to see the finished product!
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Reprinting the radiator right now, but it is getting there. Printing the hoses is next.
https://s20.postimg.org/orbwsw3xp/Completed_Engine.jpg Here we have the side step, step boxes and fenders printed out. Tanks are polished and installed with aluminum end caps held in place by a printed solid round insert. https://s20.postimg.org/eu0w00jj1/Rear_Side_Shot.jpg |
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Looks fantastic
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Can I ask a question with-out ticking anyone off . I see your using the same 3d printed rear Air Ride set up as I am , but where are the shocks ?
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I didn't put the shocks on yet
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Here is the body completed. Reprinting most of it as the ABS I was using did not work well. I also added strength joints to the interior of the parts.
https://s20.postimg.cc/z7t67yh3h/IMG...501_073153.jpg |
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The electric motor fits inside and the wires come out the side of the printed motor.
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Awesome work there dude .
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Really looking good. Love the Cat 3406. Had a very distinctive sound.
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