A new beginning inspired from my old Central Midland Layout

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Here is my new project. I am working on a new Roundhouse that I am 3d printing. This is going to be a big project that needs more room. I have to elevate the turntable simultaneously with the cork since this new design roundhouse incorporates it. The new roundhouse will be six or seven stalls, depending on how many I can fit. There will be two additions to the back of two stalls to handle my Big Boy and Cab forward. I got a lot done today.
The 3D printer is working hard to print the many pieces this thing will take.
In the pictures below, you will see before and the new wedge I added today. Everything is back together as far as I can get it for now. I can't do a lot more until my printing gets done.

I never realized what a task this would be, but what else do I have to do? The print time is going to be around 70 hours. ( I'm estimating) I am taking my time on this one because I plan to add a lot more details to this.

Stay Tuned!


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Ericsauto said:
Here is my new project. I am working on a new Roundhouse that I am 3d printing. This is going to be a big project that needs more room. I have to elevate the turntable simultaneously with the cork since this new design roundhouse incorporates it. The new roundhouse will be six or seven stalls, depending on how many I can fit. There will be two additions to the back of two stalls to handle my Big Boy and Cab forward. I got a lot done today.
e today, and as I write this,s the 3D printer is working hard to print the many pieces this thing will take.
In the pictures below, you will see before and the new wedge I added today. Everything is back together as far as I can get it for now. I can't do a lot more until my printing gets done.

I never realized what a task this would be, but what else do I have to do? The print time is going to be around 70 hours. ( I'm estimating) I am taking my time on this one because I plan to add a lot more details to this.

Stay Tuned!


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Are these photos in order? What are the weights for?
 
logandsawman said:
Are these photos in order? What are the weights for?
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Yes, they are in order. the first is what I had to the last one that shows the extension. The weights are for pressure on the turntable. I set the turntable in place with a small film of caulking. If you ever put one of the Walthers turntables in, it is a chore to put their screw clamps in. Doing it this way makes it a better install and is easily removed if needed.
 


Good Morning. I'm updating you on my printing progress. This is a huge project ,as far as printing time goes. I currently have 65 hours of print time, with only three-quarters of the parts printed. The total cost so far is around $40.00. This is a fun project with a lot of learning curves in the 3D printing hobby. The nice thing is if I break something or don't like it, I just reprint it. This project will take a bit, but I am having fun. Check out some pictures of my progress. ( Notice the two extended stalls for my big boy and cab forward)

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Ericsauto said:
Good Morning. I'm updating you on my printing progress. This is a huge project ,as far as printing time goes. I currently have 65 hours of print time, with only three-quarters of the parts printed. The total cost so far is around $40.00. This is a fun project with a lot of learning curves in the 3D printing hobby. The nice thing is if I break something or don't like it, I just reprint it. This project will take a bit, but I am having fun. Check out some pictures of my progress. ( Notice the two extended stalls for my big boy and cab forward)

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Impressive! Is it based on a particular roundhouse, or is it freelance?
 
Colorado Midland Modeler said:
Impressive! Is it based on a particular roundhouse, or is it freelance?
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Good question. I looked at Walthers' "Modern Roundhouse " with the extended stalls, but I like the older-style roundhouse. I would have to buy three kits from Walthers to get the seven I needed. I would have wasted two stalls on the third kit, and it still would not be what I liked.
I found this design on Thingaverse.com by a designer "KABrumble" in which you can build as many stalls as you would like.. I emailed him and he designed the extended stall for me which is now available for anyone to download.
3D printing may not be for everyone. It can be a bit trying at times when you are learning and the print time is lengthy.
I estimated about 70 hours of print time, and I was way off. I think it may be over 120 hours or more. It's okay, and it's not like you are sitting there looking at it while it prints. ( If you are, you may have issues!:D)
I'll post some more progress pictures later today or tomorrow. I am printing the roof pieces now, and they take over 30 hours just for them.


LINK to Thingaverse roundhouse. -Kabrumble Roundhouse Link
 
Ericsauto said:
Good question. I looked at Walthers' "Modern Roundhouse " with the extended stalls, but I like the older-style roundhouse. I would have to buy three kits from Walthers to get the seven I needed. I would have wasted two stalls on the third kit, and it still would not be what I liked.
I found this design on Thingaverse.com by a designer "KABrumble" in which you can build as many stalls as you would like.. I emailed him and he designed the extended stall for me which is now available for anyone to download.
3D printing may not be for everyone. It can be a bit trying at times when you are learning and the print time is lengthy.
I estimated about 70 hours of print time, and I was way off. I think it may be over 120 hours or more. It's okay, and it's not like you are sitting there looking at it while it prints. ( If you are, you may have issues!:D)
I'll post some more progress pictures later today or tomorrow. I am printing the roof pieces now, and they take over 30 hours just for them.


LINK to Thingaverse roundhouse. -Kabrumble Roundhouse Link
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Looking forward to seeing more.
 


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