nick Posted August 19, 2020 Author Share Posted August 19, 2020 Do we like these better then? Not quite finished, but nearer the original I think. Also first print of the cam belts. Not great, V2 will be better Joking aside if anyone does have access to any sort of F40 engine dimensions they would be my new best friend. Regards, Nick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 39 minutes ago, nick said: Joking aside if anyone does have access to any sort of F40 engine dimensions they would be my new best friend. Regards, Nick Did you see my post just above this one?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjfk2002 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 I believe the website is www.ferrarif40.de Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 20, 2020 Author Share Posted August 20, 2020 5 hours ago, rjfk2002 said: I believe the website is www.ferrarif40.de Rich Rich that page just redirects to a German car servicing company, which I’ve had a good look through and no F 40 material, so it looks like it’s been taken down - unless you can still see it yourself somewhere? Was it maybe an old link? Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrejet Posted August 20, 2020 Share Posted August 20, 2020 Not great! Has v2 of the cam belt go manufacturer's markings? "v1" looks might impressive from what I can see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pascal Posted August 20, 2020 Share Posted August 20, 2020 (edited) Hi Nick, the new rendering looks a lot better. I'm still looking for the website of that german F40 rebuild (if it still exists, it's been over 20 year ago since I last saw it). Here's a couple of screenshots that show the cam belt assembly : And I found these online : I finally found some good photos of the Autograph water cooling pipes (your latest rendering looks a lot better !) : @ Codger : I've tried left and right to get scale plans and/or dimensions of F40's and F40 parts, nobody wants to share that kind of information. I've contacted Ferrari, Michelotto, garages and workshops : nada. There's a garage not far from my home that maintains and rebuilds exclusive cars (mostly Ferrari). I could ask them permission to visit and take measurements of an F40 motorblock, but - even from them - it's very rare to have a disassembled F40 engine. Contrary to popular believe I don't own a real F40, nor do I have parts lying around everywhere in my house (LOL). But I'm sort of the local F40 "affectionado" here and very willing to help with info and photos. Sincerely Pascal Edited August 20, 2020 by Pascal 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 20, 2020 Author Share Posted August 20, 2020 Finished reworking (virtually) the waterways, which make more sense now in fairness Similar angle to Pascal's photo earlier:- The cam belt photos have highlighted a few errors, My tensioner idlers are picking up on the wrong bolt holes on the cylinder head, so the cam back planes are both in error as well it turns out More reworking then! You've got much better references than I have I! regards and thanks Nick 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pascal Posted August 20, 2020 Share Posted August 20, 2020 You nailed it Nick ! Waterways look perfect. I've gathered a much F40 info / references as possible during the last 20 years. Hoping to finish my 1/8 scale F40 Beurlys project in the future. The cam belt photos are screenshots from the almost 3hr DVD, let me know if you need more photos. Sincerely Pascal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 21, 2020 Author Share Posted August 21, 2020 waterways Various wrong versions along the way regards and thanks for all the help and advice Nick 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pascal Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 That's not an engine, that's a thing of beauty. Outstanding work Nick ! And the waterways have the perfect amount of "pits & dents". Sincerely Pascal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrejet Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 I know you'll have done your homework but that Jubilee clip looks strangely out of place on an F40. I wish I knew better, but it does look out of place. Not a criticism, just a raised eyebrow... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pouln Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 38 minutes ago, Sabrejet said: I know you'll have done your homework but that Jubilee clip looks strangely out of place on an F40. I wish I knew better, but it does look out of place. Not a criticism, just a raised eyebrow... I think it is correct. If you look at the exploded view in post #145, it is drawn there as item #44. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 21, 2020 Author Share Posted August 21, 2020 10 minutes ago, Pouln said: I think it is correct. If you look at the exploded view in post #145, it is drawn there as item #44. Yup, it's a fairly fancy silicon/shiny blue hose affair, but it does indeed have humble jubilee clips - honest! Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 23, 2020 Author Share Posted August 23, 2020 I must admit I've been putting this off, but I finally got around to tackling the dreaded throttle bodies today. I don't think there is a straight line on the bloody things. Anyway, done now. Regrads, Nick 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 23, 2020 Author Share Posted August 23, 2020 and now this, 3D sketching with splines in 2 axis is today's new skill then! Nick 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albergman Posted August 23, 2020 Share Posted August 23, 2020 Wow again ... hard to believe you've just learned this on your own Nick ... but I do. Really impressive work on those latest parts. Don't know what "sketching with splines" means but it doesn't matter. Keep going! Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 23, 2020 Author Share Posted August 23, 2020 Whilst this is close, ultimately it's not right. Have another go tomorrow! there's a lot going on with these things, many subtle shape changes and flares that you don't notice until you try to replicate the damn thing! Nick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pascal Posted August 23, 2020 Share Posted August 23, 2020 Very nice work Nick, Those parts indeed have a lot of complicated curves : One of the underside of the thing that sits on top : Sincerely Pascal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted August 24, 2020 Share Posted August 24, 2020 1 hour ago, Pascal said: One of the underside of the thing that sits on top : That's called a 'plenum' friend Pascal. -And don't give me that bologna that you don't have these parts sprinkled in your attic, basement, pantry and under your bed !! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PROPELLER Posted August 24, 2020 Share Posted August 24, 2020 9 hours ago, nick said: Modern Art! Right now, I don't know if you solved the belts problem... Some year ago I found that on an old printer, the transmission belt, 3mmx500mm: If it's OK, PM me... Dan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 24, 2020 Author Share Posted August 24, 2020 Turns out that was quite hard then. @Dan - good idea, I do have some old printers. I figured the cam belts out in the end thanks, so shouldn't need them. Nick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 24, 2020 Author Share Posted August 24, 2020 Finished the side plenum now too regards Nick 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 24, 2020 Author Share Posted August 24, 2020 And here’s the model Nick 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted August 24, 2020 Author Share Posted August 24, 2020 and a final render to finish:- Nick 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pouln Posted August 24, 2020 Share Posted August 24, 2020 Wonderful work, Nick.👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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