More O-Scale Jeeps!

I though this was about some new BEEP hybrid you've developed John.....

The models look good. I see you've jumped into the 3D world head first....

Bob

Nice job any chance this will go into the catalog? So others can print some.

@Shawn_Chronister posted:

Nice job any chance this will go into the catalog? So others can print some.

Shawn, I'll have to see about packaging it properly so it can be reproduced.  The original project was an S-Scale "card" Jeep.

@RSJB18 posted:

I though this was about some new BEEP hybrid you've developed John.....

The models look good. I see you've jumped into the 3D world head first....

I have wanted to do a military train for years, so I'm gathering various military vehicles as loads.  I have some other designs that I have to look at and see if I can adapt them to O-scale like this one.  It's amazing what you can build when you have 3D printing.

@gunrunnerjohn posted:

Shawn, I'll have to see about packaging it properly so it can be reproduced.  The original project was an S-Scale "card" Jeep.

In your slicer you make sure its the proper scale and then export it as .stl or .3mf that should be compatible with everyones slicer.

John those jeeps look awesome!!!

Nice looking jeeps!

Did you find that on thingaverse?

Thanks guys, I was hoping they'd turn out good, I'm pleased with the look.

@Shawn_Chronister posted:

In your slicer you make sure its the proper scale and then export it as .stl or .3mf that should be compatible with everyones slicer.

Well, it's multiple files, one for each of the five colors.  Yes, they're already in the correct scale, I do that in TinkerCAD, and save them as STL files.

Just rename the stl with _A _B and so on in the name to denote a different color include a readme explaining it and zip them up.
I print many things that are done that way.

@Shawn_Chronister posted:

Just rename the stl with _A _B and so on in the name to denote a different color include a readme explaining it and zip them up.
I print many things that are done that way.

It was pointed out to me that the original I started with is license restricted to personal use, it's prohibited from remixing or posting anywhere.  So, sad to say, I guess I can't share my files after all.

@gunrunnerjohn posted:

It was pointed out to me that the original I started with is license restricted to personal use, it's prohibited from remixing or posting anywhere.  So, sad to say, I guess I can't share my files after all.

Can you share where you got them from then?

@Shawn_Chronister posted:

Can you share where you got them from then?

Sure, it was Printables, link: https://www.printables.com/model/791346-jeep-kit-card

It's a free download, I just did some tweaking, primarily to scale it and separate all the parts so I didn't have to chop them all apart and clean up after separating them.  There is also a trailer and a couple of different guns to tow behind it you can download from the same designer.  I had to further tweak the sizes of the little inserts for the circle-star as well, they weren't the right size when scaled up like all the other stuff for some reason.  I made them so that the circle inserts press fit, but I had to glue the star in, when I tried to make it a press fit, it was difficult to get in in without damaging it.

@gunrunnerjohn posted:

One change was to remove all the straps between each part and the frame all around all the parts.  That seemed like just extra printing/time for no real purpose.  With the right settings, the individual parts stick to the build plate just fine, so no extra help needed.

What software and process did you use to remove the "kit card" framework and connectors - been trying to figure that out...

@Kelunaboy posted:

What software and process did you use to remove the "kit card" framework and connectors - been trying to figure that out...

I used Tinkercad, it's a free and fairly easy to use package.  Once you get a handle on using it, simple stuff like hacking those supports out is pretty painless.

I took my bags of individual parts and the Willy's factory finally got around to starting final assembly.  The most time consuming part is the start and tiny circle segments being installed on the hood, after that assembly goes pretty quickly.

Ten down, another twenty to go.  Then we stick them all on the flatcars!

Looks great, John.  Are we going to see Sherman Tanks next??

Bob

@gunrunnerjohn posted:

I took my bags of individual parts and the Willy's factory finally got around to starting final assembly.  The most time consuming part is the start and tiny circle segments being installed on the hood, after that assembly goes pretty quickly.

Ten down, another twenty to go.  Then we stick them all on the flatcars!

I started a separate post showing how Jeeps were shipped from the manufactures during WW2.  Could save some assembly time if going for a "prototypical" look.

@MainLine Steam posted:

I started a separate post showing how Jeeps were shipped from the manufactures during WW2.  Could save some assembly time if going for a "prototypical" look.

Assembled jeeps for stateside use, were transported via rail for military maneuvers,……they didn’t re-crate them…..

Pat

@harmonyards posted:

Assembled jeeps for stateside use, were transported via rail for military maneuvers,……they didn’t re-crate them…..

Pat

Agreed. I didn't want to hijack this thread that's why I created the other one.  I have replied there.

@RRDOC posted:

Looks great, John.  Are we going to see Sherman Tanks next??

I'm looking into the tanks, they're high on my list.  I'd also like some nice looking military trucks.

@MainLine Steam posted:

I started a separate post showing how Jeeps were shipped from the manufactures during WW2.  Could save some assembly time if going for a "prototypical" look.

I've seen pictures of the crated Jeeps, but a bunch of crates isn't nearly as cool looking.   After all, they're toy trains, right?

I also spotted a shot of Jeeps stacked two high sideways on a flatcar, around 20 or more on the flatcar.

@gunrunnerjohn posted:

I've seen pictures of the crated Jeeps, but a bunch of crates isn't nearly as cool looking.   After all, they're toy trains, right?

I also spotted a shot of Jeeps stacked two high sideways on a flatcar, around 20 or more on the flatcar.

The latter would be cool to model John, …..I seen that picture too, …..stacked 2 high, with all kinds of straps holding them down,…..Sounds like we need more Jeeps put into production, …..crank up the Willys 3D print factory!!

Pat

@gunrunnerjohn posted:

I'm looking into the tanks, they're high on my list.  I'd also like some nice looking military trucks.

Deuce & a half’s would be awesome John,….

Pat

As usual John you did a great job and they look really cool!

Alan

@harmonyards posted:

The latter would be cool to model John, …..I seen that picture too, …..stacked 2 high, with all kinds of straps holding them down,…..Sounds like we need more Jeeps put into production, …..crank up the Willys 3D print factory!!

Pat

I'd need a lot more Jeeps, I only have half a flatcar worth!

@harmonyards posted:

Deuce & a half’s would be awesome John,….

Yep, looking for some 3D models I can hack into something I can use now.

Deuce and a half cool.  Also a Seep would make a neat load.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_GPA

I think the Seep was mostly a failure, not sure I want to model that.

Good grief, I don't need another interest and with the quality of the jeeps you have made John, I may have to start learning about 3D printers.  Those really look authentic...now...speaking of looking right on a flat car, might you consider a helicopter that would look right on a flat car instead of one that is of a size destined to a kiddie ride at the amusement park?   Just a thought.

Yep, I resisted the 3D printer for years, but the latest models just looked too good at a reasonable price to pass up.  As the Borg say, "Resistance Is Futile"!

As for choppers, not many were around for WW2, they really came into their own in the Korea and Vietnam conflicts.