Ligier JS31 WIP Pictures
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Start with the first printed parts.
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Some outdoor work due to the nice weather... sanding and adjusting the cockpit parts
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Frontend test
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Last missing part on print parts was the chassis… but next step in July was vacations.
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Special fixation device...
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Curbside engine elements, brakes and cockpit ready. Some smaller adjustments to do but I think I can do this easy.
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Rear end assembly test. That's how it should fit and I'm happy with the gearbox.
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Next step of fitment test successfully done.
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I tried to create the Air Tunnel Mesh today - wire gauge 0.2mm and wasn't sure if it would work. But I have to say it works and I'm happy with it. It is very close to the Ligier JS31 and will be painted black. I think I can stop here and will not do any further tests.
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I checked the decals and everything should fit. I will continue with this version.
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Some smaller details at sidepod area. Installation of the small flaps and protection mesh.
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Test fit of the new dashboard and steering wheel version.
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Updates for Monocoque, engine cowl and cockpit parts. Next step is the front and rear wing. I also want to change the seat, but I can’t find some photos of it.
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New front wing version, printed, tested and I think that’s it fine.
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Test of the stabilizer bars on the rear axle. 0.45mm brass rod, 0.6mm aluminum tube and a M0.6 nut. It makes a balanced impression and I don't think it's too big.
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Rear Wing Update - additional elements and details
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95% of seatbelts completed, only 3 parts are missing for the seat.
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It's not all painted yet, but I couldn't resist putting it together for a bit.
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Cockpit area finished...
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Test after installation of the fire extinguisher.
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Test fitment of the vacuum formed windshield - fits and looks not bad to me.
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Next completed parts... the engine imitation
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Next completed parts... the radiators
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Next completed parts... gearbox oil cooler and engine control unit
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Suspension arms are also finished. I finally added a little 0.4mm brass rod to show the screw connection.
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Some additional wire to imitate the brake lines.
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There was a missing element, so I did some scratch building.
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Front Suspension finished and final test on the dummy monocoque.
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Rear Suspension finished and final test on the dummy gearbox.
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Further progression with the "engine"-gearbox assembly. It is painted and the rear axle has been installed. Next steps will be attaching the brake lines (I had to remove them again) and connecting the cooling lines.
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Installation of the oil cooler...
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Engine-Gearbox-Rear Suspension finished. All connections are attached and the lines laid. At first, the control unit was only laid on.
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Nothing new for a few days, but I've been busy with other things. But there are a few minor adjustments. The steering wheel was again covered with a flock, it now looks more realistic.
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I also worked on the front wing. The end plates are painted and the inside is covered with carbon. The slats were painted bright. There is also carbon on the main body. The smaller elements still have to be covered with carbon.
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Today full carbon floor plate… I don't know if I was slow but it took me more than 5 hours.
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Front wing - I'm still considering coloring the end plates black, as that would actually be the correct specification.
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Rear wing - The stabilizer bar still needs to be painted black, but this will be done after the final clear coat.
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Monocoque - carbon texture and start with some decals. There is a smaller problem with shape of the red-white stripes and I need some new decals…
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Let's make a mirror out of sheet metal.
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Comments
12 8 September 2022, 09:23
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Thanks, I have to take some more pictures in the next few days. I'm already in the painting and detailing.
8 September 2022, 11:36
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Is this all 3D printed? Is that a regular Sabelt decal Microsoled onto the shoulder strap? I've toyed with that idea but havent tried it. If thats what you did, it came out really well.
14 September 2022, 23:25
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Yes guys printed it by my Yes, almost all parts are also printed parts. Only here and there some brass and nickel silver or fabric. The straps are made of plaster material. The upholstery is modeled underneath with styrene and the decals have been burned in with softner.
15 September 2022, 00:21
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Good to know the softener works. I bought some of those Tamiya belts and what a headache that was! Why they aren't precut is beyond me. I certainly cant cut that fine or that accurate so that there isnt white on the edges of the belts....awful.
15 September 2022, 00:50
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I just used Leukosil, colored it in with Edding 4500 and then blow dried it to make it permanent. After that I cut it into the strips I needed and assembled it. Finally, you can trace the edges and backs and blow-dry again. It's really easy to use and I think it gives great results. I also work with silk ribbon, but the straps from the 80s and 90s in particular have these thinner double loops and these are difficult to reproduce in 1/20th scale.
15 September 2022, 07:06
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Do you take suggestions for 3D printing? The early Lotus 78 had a lower airbox than the Tamiya kit and the Lotus 79 made its debut in Monaco 78 with a similar airbox to the 78s.
15 September 2022, 08:37
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You can do a lot... 😉 You're probably thinking about a kind of conversion kit/part. Just write a PM and we can exchange ideas.
15 September 2022, 11:34
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Chick on the name of the user that u want to send message, that takes you to his/her wall, there will be a box on top where u can type a message. Under it, there is the option of sending it as a private message (can only be seen by you and the user receiving it) or public (everyone can see it)
15 September 2022, 18:32