HO Scale Troublesome Truck

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After seeing a multitude of these on Shapeways, but finding almost nothing by way of downloadable file, and none if the creators willing to provide their file for sale, I made this Season 1 Troublesome Truck from Thomas the Tank Engine. I based the proportions on their on screen appearance more so than their real world dimensions, therefore these are a little shorter than their Bachmann and Hornby counterparts. Features installable buffers, decorative coupler, undercarriage brake detail and clip in hook and loop coupling system compatible with official offerings. An alternate chassis is included that follows the NEM standard in case you want to use a different coupling system Requires the purchase of 38" HO scale wheels (sometimes referred by the wheel diameter which is 12.6mm). for best look, buy 8 spoke ones. click here for an example https://uk.hornby.com/products/126mm-split-spoked-wheels-r8100 I got mine from eBay All parts should be printed in the orientation they come in. I didn't use rafts or supports and the print came out well. (though feel free to use suports for the "wagon" cavity. All pieces indicate in the file name how many need to be printed per car the decorative hitch as well as the buffers will need glued in place, as well as the keyway glued to the cavity in the wagon. as of yet, I have not designed faces to accompany this cars. it's on the to do list, however I feel my skillset is not at a point where i could make a proper face. If ever i make one, it'll be added to the set free of charge. that being said, you can purchase these ones on shapeways as the seller has not provided STL's that i can direct you towards https://www.shapeways.com/shops/ttte-shop enjoy