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This pic is posted with his permission.
Also a pic of the prototype he is copying.
My next 3D Printed project is a Ford Model TT Flat Bed Truck. It is based upon a prototype that was modified by the owners over the years and has a wonderful "homemade" appearance. (I'll post a pic of this prototype soon.) This truck will include a twist I have always wanted to produce. (That will be revealed soon too!) Over the next few days I will be posting the parts as they are assembled into the completed kit. Today I start with the single piece chassis. Available later this month in both HO and O Scales.
This link will show some production information as well as a few other models mounted on the same frame, Take a look. Your brain will start buzzing with ideas. As the advertising for White Castle says, "Get them by the sack full."
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Model_TT
Enjoy, Dave S. Tucson, AZ
Jerry
Thank you for following along in the development of the SierraWest Ford Model TT Flat Bed 3D Printed kit. The cab, steering wheel, and tires/wheels are pictured today. It is so important to me that my 3D Printed kits are easy to assemble so you can enjoy the process and concentrate on painting and weathering. Wait till you see the ease with the way this kit comes together. I always disliked assembling vehicle kit cabs, messing with and trying to align the sides, roof, floor, cowl, etc… Pictured is my two-piece assembly. Simply glue the steering wheel in place! The roof will be added later as per the prototype.
She is starting to look like something now. The next post will reveal the “twist”. Can’t wait to share it with you!
Terry
I had been thinking another teaser was in order and you came up with one. The next week or so will somehow become an eternity.
Later, Dave S. Tucson, AZ
And I agree with the fact that it is so frustrating to try to glue some companies white metal parts that make up a cabin or whatever, , that usually don't fit, are deformed , have very little detail , are broken when they arrive etc., So, this is a great solution.
Ready for the next installment !!
Jerry
Ford Model TT Flat Bed Truck kit - Now Available here:
https://sierrawestscalemodels.com/3DP_tractor.html
The Model TT was based upon the Model T but had a longer wheelbase and heavier frame/rear axle making it the perfect light duty truck. The truck debuted in 1917 selling for $600.00. Ford only sold the engine and the chassis leaving it up to the buyer to either custom complete the truck cab and body themselves or pay a coach builder to finish it for them. My kit is based upon a homebuilt model that was recently photographed out there "in the wild”. By the mid 1920’s Ford offered a factory built cab. By 1928, over 1.3 million Ford Model TTs had been sold, wow!
Later, Dave S. Tucson, AZ
I can't wait to get mine done and on the dios.