Black Box Twin V8 Truck

[Dutzie]

I am starting my next build. It’s the 3D printed Black Box Twin V 8 truck. I’m going to try some detail work, which I haven’t done in years. Hopefully it turns out as well as I plan. 

[Gary Chastain]

Wow, this will be a cool build, where did you find a kit like this?

[yh70]

gonna look great when finished.

[iamsuperdan]

4 hours ago, Gary Chastain said:

Wow, this will be a cool build, where did you find a kit like this?

 

https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/twin-v8-truck-full-modelkit-1-24th

 

BlackBox's files are typically excellent. I have a few of his body kits, and a lot of his engines and wheels.

 

[Ace-Garageguy]

That's pretty cool. I think I want one...  

[Fanman]

I just purchased the same kit and being my first 3D printed project I was totally surprised at how much sanding is required. I found  a video on Facebook by a professional printer who has come up with a concoction that can be brushed on and sanded off. He says it’s the best solution he’s found so far and he’s tried them all. I think this could be a very long project.

Edited May 17, 2024 by Fanman

[Edward Gore]

Awesome looking project!

[Dutzie]

On 5/16/2024 at 7:39 AM, Gary Chastain said:

Wow, this will be a cool build, where did you find a kit like this?

I think so too. Very cool looking concept. As Dan stated below, you can find the kit on Cults. Black Box has some really cool products out there.

[Dutzie]

On 5/16/2024 at 12:16 PM, iamsuperdan said:

 

https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/twin-v8-truck-full-modelkit-1-24th

 

BlackBox's files are typically excellent. I have a few of his body kits, and a lot of his engines and wheels.

 

Dan, very true. The detail on this kit is amazing. I will post more close up pics of the interior soon. The switch detail is unbelievable!

[Dutzie]

13 hours ago, Fanman said:

I just purchased the same kit and being my first 3D printed project I was totally surprised at how much sanding is required. I found  a video on Facebook by a professional printer who has come up with a concoction that can be brushed on and sanded off. He says it’s the best solution he’s found so far and he’s tried them all. I think this could be a very long project.

Did you use a filament printer or a liquid resin printer? There is usually minimal sanding if layer heights and support settings are dialed in. 

[Dutzie]

After several nights of painting, the build process can begin. 

[DRIPTROIT 71]

Looks great!

[Gary Chastain]

Good colors

[gotnitro?]

Awesome work 

Love the colors 

[Dutzie]

Carb linkages, fuel lines, and pre-wired distributers added. Fuel blocks added to the front of intake manifolds. I will be adding MSD ignition and coils to each as well. 

[Dutzie]

On 5/18/2024 at 10:28 AM, DRIPTROIT 71 said:

Looks great!

Thanks, Brian!

[Dutzie]

11 hours ago, gotnitro? said:

Awesome work 

Love the colors 

Thanks, Jeff! I think the colors go together well with each other. 

Edited May 19, 2024 by Dutzie

[Gary Chastain]

Gonna be a great build

[Dutzie]

Made some good progress last night. If you haven’t tried the Revell chrome spray paint, it is definitely worth it. 

[Gary Chastain]

Outstanding work, love the detail

[Dutzie]

Thanks, Gary!

[Dutzie]

Been able to finish the interior. Added some photo etched parts, stereo, speakers, and a digital display. 

[cifenet]

Wow, this is definitely unique!

What a massive setup and you got superb detailing going.

There are some racing features which I like! 

Definitely interested to see how it turns out.  Keep it up!

[Mattilacken]

Sweet! Great work on that kit! Painting looks flawless!

 

 

[Jürgen M.]

On 5/26/2024 at 4:44 PM, Dutzie said:

Made some good progress last night. If you haven’t tried the Revell chrome spray paint, it is definitely worth it. 

Looks really nice! Did you use a clear coat on the chrome?

I had fingerprints all over even after two weeks of resting and drying in a warm and dry room.

Edited June 1, 2024 by Jürgen M.