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Post by ap40rocktruck on Jul 15, 2012 5:30:16 GMT -8
Fred,
Interesting & looks like a winner. what is the diameter of the tire you did in machinable wax? From the photo & the screws in the form, i would guess it to be about 4". Nice stuff to work with, super easy to cut. and to think I used to use aluminum bar stock to pattern tires........
Ap40
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Post by ironart on Jul 15, 2012 9:31:30 GMT -8
Those Tires are 3 3/8" in diameter. If you have built urethane tires in the past we could learn a lot from your experience if you would like to share, I've learned a lot about the pitfalls of the process and have more to learn. Thanks for having a look. Fred
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Post by Muleskinner on Jul 15, 2012 9:45:36 GMT -8
If you guys could get together on this tire making business I would be interested in four of those which are illustrated for an up and coming Latournue project I am laying out in plastic.I've done everything else but the giant loaders of the industry, and right now I am getting it together.
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Post by ap40rocktruck on Jul 15, 2012 14:04:31 GMT -8
Those Tires are 3 3/8" in diameter. If you have built urethane tires in the past we could learn a lot from your experience if you would like to share, I've learned a lot about the pitfalls of the process and have more to learn. Thanks for having a look. Fred Fred, touchy subject there, I have spent the past 30 years developing my casting & prototyping skills, plus graduating college with a industrial model making degree. And since my processes are unique to my work, then I will not be able to share my knowledge. I do offer a full custom casting service, for hard resin, soft foams, urethane's and so on. But since it is my life blood, it shall remain with me. Kind regards, Ap40rocktruck
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Post by ironart on Jul 15, 2012 19:45:02 GMT -8
I understand where you are coming from. Those of us who are not in the business of selling but building for our enjoyment all facets of a model , have a learning curve that is pretty steep and somewhat expensive when it comes to this subject. My approach is if its fun and a learning experience then I'll learn and absorb the cost... up to a point. Fred
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Post by ap40rocktruck on Jul 16, 2012 5:06:22 GMT -8
Fred, Learn what you can, the cost will add up fast, especially with large parts. In the past 10 years the cost for the raw materials has almost tripled. Making the cost of doing business that much higher. I have in the past had discussion where i have passed on some knowledge on the casting. The result has been very disappointing, I made the mistake of putting trust in someone, well you get the point. I wish you all the luck in making parts to your expectations. If in the future, you would like my services are always available. Send me a PM when the time arises. Ap40
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Post by ironart on Aug 5, 2012 20:06:12 GMT -8
Just spent the last two Saturdays at the Oregon Steamup in Brooks Oregon. Had a good time with a dozen scratch built models on display. All were will recieved and talked to lots of people and fellow modelers. Fred
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Post by ap40rocktruck on Aug 6, 2012 4:38:44 GMT -8
Just spent the last two Saturdays at the Oregon Steamup in Brooks Oregon. Had a good time with a dozen scratch built models on display. All were will recieved and talked to lots of people and fellow modelers. Fred Any photos? Sounds like a fascinating show. Ap40
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Post by ironart on Aug 6, 2012 8:40:48 GMT -8
No, I didn't take any pictures, I was so busy that I failed to take a picture but its quite a event. Lots of steam and gas tractors including my friends Big Bud Tractor (1 to1) , They have a Cat Museum and many other display areas. Fred
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Post by ap40rocktruck on Aug 6, 2012 10:47:47 GMT -8
Each year about an hour west of me they have the New York Pageant of Steam, great show, but it is always so bloody hot & humid........
I will look for the info & post it in the events section.
Ap40
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