EXHD Peterbilt

[CustomRig]

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://postimg.org/image/o9xsn5fbn/) https://s13.postimg.org/vpx28xvb7/Body_with_Engine_-_2.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/vpx28xvb7/)

https://s13.postimg.org/674pvym1v/IMG_20180310_211236.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/674pvym1v/) https://s13.postimg.org/54ujdeg37/IMG_20180310_211246.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/54ujdeg37/)

https://s13.postimg.org/g4fqp0e83/IMG_20180310_211254.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/g4fqp0e83/) https://s13.postimg.org/o9xsn6pmb/IMG_20180310_211302.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/o9xsn6pmb/)

[ramjetexpress]

Cool , I was thinking about a 3d printed engine as well , looking for a G-Code

[rc_farmer]

If you design the engine where the electric would fit inside, would be a great thing.

[CustomRig]

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

[CustomRig]

https://s20.postimg.org/nvh7vtt2l/Parts_of_Engine.jpg

[CustomRig]

https://s20.postimg.org/h6aofhusd/Air_Cleaners.jpg

[wolfws6]

Looks like an awesome build!!! :D

[Panther F]

I think everyone needs a printer these days. That engine is impressive!

[ramjetexpress]

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

[CustomRig]

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.

[Fury Fan]

Nothing wrong with getting a little $$ for your work, esp if you did both the 3d modeling and the printing setup yourself.

[skeeter]

That looks good. Can't wait to see the finished product!

[CustomRig]

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

[ramjetexpress]

Looks fantastic

[ramjetexpress]

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 ?

[CustomRig]

I didn't put the shocks on yet

[CustomRig]

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_20180501_073153.jpg

[CustomRig]

Here is the motor now.

https://s20.postimg.cc/uu7xwcc9p/IMG_20180611_171122.jpg

https://s20.postimg.cc/6dps1vj8t/IMG_20180611_171207.jpg

https://s20.postimg.cc/97sxfc0ul/IMG_20180611_171218.jpg

https://s20.postimg.cc/uu7xwd74t/IMG_20180611_171229.jpg

[CustomRig]

The electric motor fits inside and the wires come out the side of the printed motor.

[ramjetexpress]

Awesome work there dude .

[Zabco]

Really looking good. Love the Cat 3406. Had a very distinctive sound.