1/10 caterpillar 140h motor grader 3d printed
Started working on the CAD models of this project couple of months ago and just recently started printing the parts and assembling them as i go. Basic structure is done, drivetrain is done...actuators are working (ripper is next), cab is next.
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I just can't get over the CAD skills. I use tinkerCad and just do really basic stuff, this is just mind boggling .
Did you do the wheels as 2 or three pieces I see the blue stripe in the middle... |
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Looking good!
Are you going to use your regular powered ram design for the hydraulic cylinders? |
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I see that now, I was thinking that maybe you were planning on running the wires through the fake hydraulic hoses.
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Great looking machine!!
Looks like it's really coming along fast. Which plastic are you using for this? |
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Engine cover is on...accessory lighting is on.. next is the ripper and cab interior.
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It looks like you've got aluminum extrusions for the frame rails under the engine. Is there anything extra in the beam that supports the blade and the front wheels? Or did you print it with extra perimeters?
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I didn't realize that front beam was that thick, a piece of 3/4" ply glued in there will do wonders for its' strength.
I was thinking that the beam was thinner and maybe had a piece of aluminum plate glued in there for extra support. |
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Slick idea using plywood... I keep forgetting this is 1/10 so it's a lot bigger than one would think....
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Ripper assembly is installed... moving on to the cab interior....
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How long did it take you to get the openings in the engine covers cleaned up and ready for paint? I know you've said you sand until you're happy with things, but that would have driven me bonkers.
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Very impressive piece of work, will really be interesting to see in in action when complete. Like the idea of using the plywood to strengthen the structure. What kind of adhesive did you use to bond the PLA to the wood?
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