Babble 11 Posted May 1, 2016 I though i'd share with you my printed wheel arches curently on Shapeways. I've sold a few sets now, and people are really happy with them. There is also my brushless fitting kit, of which i have sold a lot now. If you look under my 'creations' tab, you will also see my dashboard project that is near completion. I have two versions, one with metal detailing around the dials, one with plastic. The metal is more expensive, and a bit chunkier. The shapeways 'stainless steel' metal colour is not as chrome like as i'd hoped. I'm starting to think the plastic parts painted silver will be better - what do you think? https://www.shapeways.com/designer/scorched_parts/creations 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nobbi1977 1793 Posted May 1, 2016 Good skills. More and more printing on here everyday Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emperor 4 Posted May 1, 2016 i wish someone would make this for the Blitzer Beetle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
i_am_scarecrow 913 Posted May 1, 2016 I'm sure they could be made to fit. Looking good though, can they only be purchased through Shapeways? What exactly is the dealio with them? Someone comes up with an idea and they make them? The products always look great but shipping is always so expensive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Babble 11 Posted May 1, 2016 Is the Blitzer Beetle not the same shell as a re-re, give or take? Looks like they might fit fine. I could even do them in red! I upload my designs to shapeways for them to print, and I can then choose to also sell them directly from Shapeways. Shapeways postage is expensive for us in euroland (not so in the US). I tend to buy 4 of 5 sets together with other orders to vastly reduce this cost. I sometimes list them on ebay - user Babble53 if you keep your eye out. The Shapeways listed price is also for their 'fast' manufacturing time. There's a good saving if you select 'extended manufacturing time' at checkout. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emperor 4 Posted May 1, 2016 31 minutes ago, Babble said: Is the Blitzer Beetle not the same shell as a re-re, give or take? Looks like they might fit fine. I could even do them in red! but the chassi is complete different Blitzer Sand Scorcher Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Babble 11 Posted May 1, 2016 Good point. I certainly could not guarantee a fit to the blitzer suspension. Looks like the front shocks would need an extra cutout. The arches already have a removable tab for RC Channel linkage suspension, so may not be far off - but it's hard to tell without one in hand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pintopower 1456 Posted May 2, 2016 I am so happy you made these arches. I was just about to make some for me and am thrilled I don't have to. They are in my cart now! Well done! Let me know when you have the dash for sale as well. FYI, front left and front right both show 1 of 4. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Babble 11 Posted May 2, 2016 3 hours ago, Pintopower said: I am so happy you made these arches. I was just about to make some for me and am thrilled I don't have to. They are in my cart now! Well done! Let me know when you have the dash for sale as well. FYI, front left and front right both show 1 of 4. I'm pleased you like them! I've fixed the numbering - thanks for that. If you have any questions on fitting, please just shoot me a message. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr fog 22 Posted May 9, 2016 hi babble do you have any more pics of your brushless fitting kit, like fitted, and are they waterproof.? Mr fog Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr fog 22 Posted May 9, 2016 hi babble Looked on your shapways page found it lol Good work mate mr fog Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
njmlondon 570 Posted May 23, 2016 I just got myself a set of your arches. They look fantastic. I am now struggling with what colour to paint them (and the underside of the mud-flaps. I see that most people tend to paint them the same colour as the main body, but I have never seen real cars with painted inner arches. Are there any finished bodies out there for inspiration. Noel 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pintopower 1456 Posted May 23, 2016 I just got my arches in. Looking forward to installing them! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Babble 11 Posted May 25, 2016 I found exoxy resin worked best for fitting the arches. I avoid cheapo resin though. You'd think epoxy is epoxy, but it isn't. I used some small clamps (clothes pegs would prob do it) to hold them in place, and that has worked great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Babble 11 Posted May 25, 2016 I need to press on with the dash. It's very nearly ready. I need to paint the dials. I think you will like it! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Babble 11 Posted September 4, 2016 The dashboard is all finished, and comes in at a very reasonable price i think. https://www.shapeways.com/product/2DJKCE4JC/tamiya-sand-scorcher-dashboard-body?optionId=59817612 A friend of mine is in the process of making a nice finished version complete with LED back lighting! Can't wait to see the completed effect. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites