CJamesLV 3D Printing Thread

[cjameslv]

Cleaned up the updates and added final revisions.TED Covers &  HuCard Holders now on sale!







**If your good with 123D Design or any similar program, send me a pm.
    I got a few ideas to work on and could use the help.

[esteban]

BONK HEAD FOR JOYSTICK. Or are you working on this already...hmmmmm....



Anyone on the UK will think I am a pervert.

The problem is that "spherical" might look horrible once the printer spits it out

[sirhcman]

BONK HEAD FOR JOYSTICK. Or are you working on this already...hmmmmm....

The problem is that "spherical" might look horrible once the printer spits it out

Do these actually exist?

[esteban]

BONK HEAD FOR JOYSTICK. Or are you working on this already...hmmmmm....

The problem is that "spherical" might look horrible once the printer spits it out

Do these actually exist?

We have never actually seen one. At this point, I don't trust anyone. I'd love to be proven wrong, of course.

I think folks will fake one, though. And claim it is real.

[sirhcman]

BONK HEAD FOR JOYSTICK. Or are you working on this already...hmmmmm....

The problem is that "spherical" might look horrible once the printer spits it out

Do these actually exist?

We have never actually seen one. At this point, I don't trust anyone. I'd love to be proven wrong, of course.

I think folks will fake one, though. And claim it is real.

Certainly someone had to turn that in to get the free joystick topper.. Odd that one has never popped up

[esteban]

BONK HEAD FOR JOYSTICK. Or are you working on this already...hmmmmm....

The problem is that "spherical" might look horrible once the printer spits it out

Do these actually exist?

We have never actually seen one. At this point, I don't trust anyone. I'd love to be proven wrong, of course.

I think folks will fake one, though. And claim it is real.

Certainly someone had to turn that in to get the free joystick topper.. Odd that one has never popped up

Well, we are assuming the item actually existed. It might never have (order to manufacture was never placed, or problems/delays from factory in China...like entire batch was defective).

Or, if the item did exist, we are assuming it was distributed (the bag/box of Bonk Heads was thrown in the trash—whoops!).

I don't think many copies of the book were printed/sold, but I am sure at least a handful of people might have sent away for a Bonk Head...but did they ever receive it?

WE MAY NEVER KNOW.



It is very similar situation to this SUPER STAR SOLDIER POSTER, which I fear was never actually printed due to low (read "absolutely zero") interest.

https://archives.tg-16.com/turbo_play_0004.htm

It was the first and last time a poster of the cover was ever offered in any TG-16 magazine.

[cjameslv]

This would be fairly easy if anyone has a figurine (does one exist?) that has a head about the size of a ball top. I can scan it & create a socket on the bottom to press fit a brass thread into. If we have nothing for me to scan though then someone will have to create it. Or I can get the design done in maya but i will need someone to take it from there and finish with measurements etc. Cool part is there is a "skin" filament that would be cool to try as well.

[Warbucks]

A Bonk head would be awesome..

Or even Bonk pencil toppers

[Medic_wheat]

A Bonk head would be awesome..

Or even Bonk pencil toppers

No don't make penciled toppers. Someone associated to DoxPhile might top non pencils with them. And then whisper bonk in your ear

[cr8zykuban0]

thats an awesome idea. do you have anything you plan on making chad?

[cjameslv]

thats an awesome idea. do you have anything you plan on making chad?

Well made a handful of things for the kids, battery doors for the old coleco, bandai tabletop arcade games and some prototype stuff for a guy here in vegas. I'm open to ideas and i like the bonk topper but we need someone to design me a model to try out.

[Warbucks]

I would like to get into 3d printing...

Any recommendations on a good printer and a good read?

[Duo_R]

I need a baymax head for my kids Lego Baymax project. ;-)

[cjameslv]

I would like to get into 3d printing...

Any recommendations on a good printer and a good read?

Yes, i would recommend Makerbot as it seems to have the best customer support currently. I was actually interested in the Craftbot but with ship times taking months and really bad support from Hungary, i deemed ill pass even though the printer looked like it was a great build. If you want to save a few bucks you could get the FlashForge series which is basically a clone of the Makerbot Dual/Replicator 2 (depending which model you get) and it will run Makerware software/upgrades etc and they provide descent customer service from what i was reading as well.

It's hard to recommend a site to read as my quest took me a couple months of reading across the web, youtube & discussions with people before i made a decision. Best to try and read on forums from printers you may wish to get to see how the owners are loving/hating there printers.

[Warbucks]

Thanks for the info, I will look into Makerbot. 

[xcrement5x]

Some local libraries offer free 3D printing, mine does so I have no desire to buy a machine yet. 

I've been working with 123D Design which is free software for 3D modeling.  I do have a rough idea on a Bonk related project that has been hinted at, but have yet to have time to work too much on it.

[cjameslv]

Some local libraries offer free 3D printing, mine does so I have no desire to buy a machine yet. 

I've been working with 123D Design which is free software for 3D modeling.  I do have a rough idea on a Bonk related project that has been hinted at, but have yet to have time to work too much on it.

I'll pm ya!

[cjameslv]

Updated OP with a new print, check it out.

[mickcris]

that looks nice! the one thing i don't like about my BuffaloWing designed cover, from shapeways, is how its hard to get to the region switch. Looks like you made a nice cutout for it.

[cjameslv]

that looks nice! the one thing i don't like about my BuffaloWing designed cover, from shapeways, is how its hard to get to the region switch. Looks like you made a nice cutout for it.

It actually came from thingiverse, but i do like the design of it.

[DragonmasterDan]

Some local libraries offer free 3D printing, mine does so I have no desire to buy a machine yet. 

I've been working with 123D Design which is free software for 3D modeling.  I do have a rough idea on a Bonk related project that has been hinted at, but have yet to have time to work too much on it.

I get the sense Popful Mail would be jealous of any such project.

[Dicer]

I'd love a black ED cover with no text on it...

[cjameslv]

I'd love a black ED cover with no text on it...

Sure i can do that! I'll send a pm.

[MotherGunner]

Every time I see "ED" I read, "Erectile Dysfunction."

[cjameslv]

Updated with new blank ted cover for sale now!

[cr8zykuban0]

damn, you gotta bring one to retro on Saturday!  they look awesome and I wants one!

[cjameslv]

damn, you gotta bring one to retro on Saturday!  they look awesome and I wants one!

Thanks, for sure! Pm what options you want i'll make one for you as i'll be down there Saturday too.

[sirhcman]

Looks great Chad, do you have a picture showing it on an actual everdrive?

[cjameslv]

Looks great Chad, do you have a picture showing it on an actual everdrive?

Hmm nope, but that's a good idea!

[Dicer]

Looks great Chad, do you have a picture showing it on an actual everdrive?

I'll take a glamour shot of it on my ED once it shows up in my mailbox...

[cjameslv]

Looks great Chad, do you have a picture showing it on an actual everdrive?

I'll take a glamour shot of it on my ED once it shows up in my mailbox...

That would be cool. I think you will like the extra goodie i threw in with it 

[NecroPhile]

That would be cool. I think you will like the extra goodie i threw in with it 

A couple little blue pills to help out with the ED?

(sorry, I blame M.G.)

[MotherGunner]

That would be cool. I think you will like the extra goodie i threw in with it 

A couple little blue pills to help out with the ED?

(sorry, I blame M.G.)

Just like whenever I see your name, I read, "Necro - Romancer" something like "Necrophilia."

(Sorry, I still love you man! But only if you're alive)

[jelloslug]

I would like to get into 3d printing...

Any recommendations on a good printer and a good read?

Yes, i would recommend Makerbot as it seems to have the best customer support currently. I was actually interested in the Craftbot but with ship times taking months and really bad support from Hungary, i deemed ill pass even though the printer looked like it was a great build. If you want to save a few bucks you could get the FlashForge series which is basically a clone of the Makerbot Dual/Replicator 2 (depending which model you get) and it will run Makerware software/upgrades etc and they provide descent customer service from what i was reading as well.

It's hard to recommend a site to read as my quest took me a couple months of reading across the web, youtube & discussions with people before i made a decision. Best to try and read on forums from printers you may wish to get to see how the owners are loving/hating there printers.

I've had nothing but trouble out of the Makerbot that we have at work. Their customer support depends on if you buy the optional MakerCare warranty. With it, it's OK; without it you are basically on your own.

[cjameslv]

I would like to get into 3d printing...

Any recommendations on a good printer and a good read?

Yes, i would recommend Makerbot as it seems to have the best customer support currently. I was actually interested in the Craftbot but with ship times taking months and really bad support from Hungary, i deemed ill pass even though the printer looked like it was a great build. If you want to save a few bucks you could get the FlashForge series which is basically a clone of the Makerbot Dual/Replicator 2 (depending which model you get) and it will run Makerware software/upgrades etc and they provide descent customer service from what i was reading as well.

It's hard to recommend a site to read as my quest took me a couple months of reading across the web, youtube & discussions with people before i made a decision. Best to try and read on forums from printers you may wish to get to see how the owners are loving/hating there printers.

I've had nothing but trouble out of the Makerbot that we have at work. Their customer support depends on if you buy the optional MakerCare warranty. With it, it's OK; without it you are basically on your own.

Sorry to hear that. At the moment, everything is good so far. I did also get the upgrades for it (aluminum arms, aluminum extruder assy, aluminum carry base, wire chains and axis stiffeners) as well. I did some prints before i added mods and then after. It seems alot more solid now and it only ran a few hundred bucks.

[cr8zykuban0]

damn, you gotta bring one to retro on Saturday!  they look awesome and I wants one!

Thanks, for sure! Pm what options you want i'll make one for you as i'll be down there Saturday too.

awesome. i'll pm you and i'll be at retro after 4:30

[cjameslv]

Check out the HuCard holders i'm working on in 1st page!

[csgx1]

Nice, I really like it.  Probably not possible to use sleeves with it?   I currently use a CD holder that's similar in style for some of my cased Turbo/PCE games that I store near the TV for easy access.

[NecroPhile]

Just like whenever I see your name, I read, "Necro - Romancer" something like "Necrophilia."

(Sorry, I still love you man! But only if you're alive)

Read it as NEC romancer.  I like to take my Duo out to dinner and a movie and whisper sweet nothings in its huey slot.

[cr8zykuban0]

Check out the HuCard holders i'm working on in 1st page!

ooh very nice. did you get my pm by chance?

nec-romancer..... I like that pronunciation.  has a nice ring to it

[cjameslv]

Check out the HuCard holders i'm working on in 1st page!

ooh very nice. did you get my pm by chance?

nec-romancer..... I like that pronunciation.  has a nice ring to it

Yep just replied with the details!

[MotherGunner]

That HuCard rolodex is pretty sweet man!

[aslbozz]

Hmm, I could use a loose HuCard holder!

[cjameslv]

I'm finishing up the (hopefully) last prototype now. I am adding "TurboGrafx-16" text to the outside as well. I increased the wall height to about 1" and shrunk the width by 1/8". HuCards fit really good now! I kept the 15 slots the same. I will be offering these for $20 including shipping within the usa probably within the next couple days. I'll post updated pics and info soon too.

[aslbozz]

Totally awesome, can't wait!

[PCEngineHell]

The Hucard holder is a terrible idea. I mean, its great if you want to leave your games and their contacts to exposure and direct light and go out of your way to try to destroy them over time, but to be honest unless you plan to provide some kind of lid with it, its just a stupid idea. No way would I spend good money on that kind of crap. Come up with a clear lid for it and it would be worthwhile as a show piece. As is, no, just no.

[MotherGunner]

The Hucard holder is a terrible idea. I mean, its great if you want to leave your games and their contacts to exposure and direct light and go out of your way to try to destroy them over time, but to be honest unless you plan to provide some kind of lid with it, its just a stupid idea. No way would I spend good money on that kind of crap. Come up with a clear lid for it and it would be worthwhile as a show piece. As is, no, just no.

Some car model tops would probably work.

[cjameslv]

The Hucard holder is a terrible idea. I mean, its great if you want to leave your games and their contacts to exposure and direct light and go out of your way to try to destroy them over time, but to be honest unless you plan to provide some kind of lid with it, its just a stupid idea. No way would I spend good money on that kind of crap. Come up with a clear lid for it and it would be worthwhile as a show piece. As is, no, just no.

Aww you have no faith in our OBEY cards. They been loose in the wild for over 20 years and yet no issues. Our members have them stored in coffee cups, baskets and even potpourri bags lol! I do like your lid idea alot and thought of it as well but it's not feasible for 3d printing currently as the time to print would be crazy.

Don't be butt hurt either about me commenting in your pce memories trade thread either. I don't mind you getting mad though because of it. Doesn't mean i have an issue with you just happened i had an issue with that paticular post. You can always put me on ignore if it makes you feel better or rant more on this thread cause unlike you i'm not gonna get upset and lock it lol.

[cjameslv]

New updates on HuCard Holder. See 1st post.

[PCEngineHell]

The Hucard holder is a terrible idea. I mean, its great if you want to leave your games and their contacts to exposure and direct light and go out of your way to try to destroy them over time, but to be honest unless you plan to provide some kind of lid with it, its just a stupid idea. No way would I spend good money on that kind of crap. Come up with a clear lid for it and it would be worthwhile as a show piece. As is, no, just no.

Aww you have no faith in our OBEY cards. They been loose in the wild for over 20 years and yet no issues. Our members have them stored in coffee cups, baskets and even potpourri bags lol! I do like your lid idea alot and thought of it as well but it's not feasible for 3d printing currently as the time to print would be crazy.

Don't be butt hurt either about me commenting in your pce memories trade thread either. I don't mind you getting mad though because of it. Doesn't mean i have an issue with you just happened i had an issue with that paticular post. You can always put me on ignore if it makes you feel better or rant more on this thread cause unlike you i'm not gonna get upset and lock it lol.

Youre reading too much into this. See this quote:

Take a look and let me know what you guys think!

You asked, and you got an honest reply back. This thing is dumb as fuck all with no lid to protect the cards from exposure and accidents. I have already seen the worst that can happen to hu-cards, given James was flooded a couple years back when the storms hit NY bad. I'd rather do what I can to protect my games then not. I even keep my SFC carts in small sealed containers. Nothing cart/card wise sits around loose and exposed waiting for accidents or damage from exposure to happen. And god forbid some clumsy spouse accidentally knocks one of these fuckers of yours off a shelf with it being stacked full of cards with no lid to keep them in place. Make a tight fitting lid and you have a winning product. Loose like it is, no, just no....