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The time modelers on this forum take to share techniques, post photos, answer questions and teach is indeed impressive. That is what keeps me coming back every day for more. Thank you all for what you do to keep this octogenarian going.
Later, Dave S. Tucson, AZ
Update on my Logging and Tractor Repair Shed (Blacksmith and Wheelwright Shop). As I work my way around detailing up close to the structure, I wanted to get some pictures before the remainder of the exterior details and scenic work are done thus allowing for an unobstructed view.
The main exterior work flow area.
I put in a large downspout and barrel to catch rain water. This will supply the water for cooling and shrinking of the wagon wheel steel bands after they are installed over the wood wheel rim. In the foreground are some discarded steel bands. The heating and installation of the steel bands will be the final scene depicted here. This, and a really nifty scene of a wagon wheel being reamed for the proper sized axle based on a research photo.
I just love Brett's 3D printed wheelbarrow so had to add another shot of this incredible print in the wild.
Tech Session: When I put in my dirt using real dirt, I soaked it with 50/50 water and Elmers glue. While this was still damp I made all the wheel marks and basically just marked the ground up so it looked used and not flat and smooth. When I go back and detail the ground with clutter, grass, wood pieces, etc...it will give a nice natural appearance.
The dirt marks the screening on the windows, downspout and so much more to make it such a realistic scene.
Just wonderful craftsmanship.
Jerry
Right on Al, wanted to dust things off a bit! Appreciate your thoughts here my friend.
Jim, Ole Nick O has some good ideas and combined with the wheel reamer will put a nice flavor to the scene. Thanks for your kind words and nice hearing from you as always.
Thanks so much Jerry! I'm humbled at your calling out of the various details, really appreciate the support and thanks again.
I'll tell you Brett, you have single handedly elevated modeling to a new level with the beautifully crafted 3D parts and kits you are suppling. the entire idea for the Blacksmith and Wheelwright shops evolved from your Blacksmith 3D printed sets and your lovely wagon wheel print. Throw a little Nick O in the recipe, and the rest just seemed to fall into place. Your support and camaraderie is a cherished thing my friend!
All I would say is ..is the rain water barrel the only source of water for cooling the hot rims , or will there be another tank ? The reason I ask is that I don’t see the contents of just the barrel lasting too long , especially if it hasn’t rained for a bit . Just a thought .
Nick
Hey Kevin L., nice hearing from you and thanks so much!
Appreciate that Robert. Value your comments highly...
There are three main tasks being depicted here from left to right. The metal rims are being heated over a low fire to expand them. This is followed by them being carried over to the bare wood wheel and fitted over the wood rim with a little persuasion, and then cooled by pouring water over the hot metal rims. The final area shown was modeled with inspiration from a reference photo. The hub is being reamed out to fit an oversize axle.
The metal rim is heated over a low fire supported by fire bricks. Once sufficiently heated, it was carried over to the bare wood wheel with long metal poles with hooks on the ends like a big crow bar. Those are shown hanging from the old barrel and one leaning against the bench.
Close up of the low circular fire. This detail was made by burning real twigs. White pigments were used to simulate ash.
I modified the 3D print from SierraWest Scale Models to depict a wood wheel without the metal rim. I sanded down the rim to sufficiently remove the shoulder that was printed to depict a metal rim standing proud of the wood rim. I then marked and drilled small depressions where the wood spokes would have been visible along the rim. I then placed a very tiny dot of Elmers in the depression. This was done to allow a difference in how the 3D resin and the glue accepted the stain/wash I used thus showing the spoke ends. A lot of fiddling around for a small detail!
And lastly, this is a shot of the wagon wheel having the center hub reamed out for an oversize axle. I found a reference photo of this and knew I just had to model it. The issues is, the force of the reaming requires the large wagon wheel to be stabilized so it wont turn when applying rotational force by the reamer. Three poles are placed through the spokes and stuck in the ground. The worker climbs up on the the rim (I added a step ladder of sorts) and stands on a board to access the reamer. The additional longer pole is for leverage assistance if needed.
More later...Ken