Re: Flanger 015

Posted by Keith Hayes on May 27, 2024; 10:28pm
URL: http://c-sng-discussion-forum.254.s1.nabble.com/Flanger-015-tp19711p19730.html

Wow, I had no idea that everyone would be so interested in the flanger project. The computer model was going swimmingly until I got around to creating the coupler pocket. Carving this out of the completed 3d model was more complicated than I thought it would be and I ended up making some errors that blew up th model when Shapeways git it.

So, take two: start with the coupler pockets. It always goes faster the second time. I also elected to not model some of the straps that can easily be added with styrene.

The second model was accepted by Shapeways and is headed to production next week. When I get my paws on it, I will determine if it is good enough for others. I can also try to shake it to 1:48 for you, Norm. The issue there is that I don't know the stud size for O scale Kadees.

Thanks to everyone for pipe fitting ideas. Precision Scale seems to be the ticket. I will get one set for the handrails and a second for the air piping. And an air tank and two brake cylinders.