Re: 6x6 Peterbilt 379 tractor build
 

Cutting the 3d plastic is a pain. A sanding drum on a dremel will cause the plastic to gum up.
Start off with 180 grit to knock down some of the
Rough surface then 3 or 4 coat of high build primer
To fill in the lows. Finnish off the sanding with 600grit
And paint your color. The more prep the better the end
Result. The plastic has a little flex so paint could pop
Off if you hit something

Re: 6x6 Peterbilt 379 tractor build
 

yeah.. thanks Frizzen I thought I followed the instructions on posting pics. I tried a few times and couldn't see them in the post just the links. So I did it both ways just in case I got lucky.

Re: 6x6 Peterbilt 379 tractor build
 

Still working on it... but it's moving now!

https://youtu.be/jjmlmvFWxPo

Re: 6x6 Peterbilt 379 tractor build
 

CA sticks just fine for a glue. I've used both automotive primers as well as Tamiya primer. Both worked well. As with any new surface, test your desired paint in a small out of view spot for compatibility. I've also used automotive spot putty with good results.
One trait of 3d printed material in thin sections is for paint to bleed through to the other side. Once primed and sealed it is no longer an issue. I have not seen it on either cab but it is a possibility to be aware of.

Re: 6x6 Peterbilt 379 tractor build
 

Thanks, that helps out. I just may give it a try.

Darwin

Re: 6x6 Peterbilt 379 tractor build
 

I personally go for a primer especially developed for plastics, or etch primer, as first coat. The shapeways prints have a corned surface, maybe it helps standard automotive primer to stick better, compared to on a smooth plastic surface. I avoid standard metal primer on the prints myself, but if someone have good experience with it, that's great, just stick with it.

Re: 6x6 Peterbilt 379 tractor build
 

UPDATE the latest on my 6x6 build video only

https://youtu.be/ftk97OT02OU

and

https://youtu.be/er5tEtawxiY

Re: 6x6 Peterbilt 379 tractor build
 

Hey Trucker.
Those axles are a problem child of Lesu. However you can get any parts you like for them. If you send an email to Chris Rigid at Rigid RC and ask him to help you. He will do so. I have got help from him with parts and he is very nice and responsive. Superfast shipping too.

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Thanks for the info. I really like the way they look I have them in my 8x8 tipper and decided I wanted them in an American type truck and I found this on ebay about 70 to 80% complete and I've been tinkering on it for a few weeks now. Time will tell how it all functions and holds up I guess. I did manage to get all 3 locking and unlocking via my radio yesterday that was a task. I kinda like my tilting cab access I haven't seen anyone do that, but honestly I don't know how people access their battery on these I'm assuming screws as designed. Always interesting to see people get creative in their builds though.

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LATEST UPDATE video


https://youtu.be/uq0TdClKar0

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Lights look good

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thanks! I like how they look the tiny LEDs are great because you don't have a bunch of bulky wires I have 6 wires from each headlight and drilled a hole about the size of one 16 gauge wire to run all 6 through. I honestly have no clue how people do their lights but I've see some impressive light set ups on air breathers, bumpers, and cab/sleeper lights as well. I may have to ask some questions at some point. I am just starting to mess with resistors and capacitors I've never used them in my life. I'll keep plugging away at it. One of these days she'll be up and running.

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That's an awfully wide load :)

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Looking good frank