For clarity, I am part of the Autodesk Creator program however I have received no direct payment, instruction or help to make this video, it is entirely my own work.
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00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Scanning 01:50 - What's the goal and simplifying 04:00 - GOM Inspect and aligning to a coordinate system 06:06 - Import into Fusion360 07:56 - Setting an axis - "the process" 12:20 - Revolving the drive flange 15:49 - Using constraints and measurements in the sketch 18:26 - Modeling the steering arm 26:11 - Modelling everything else 27:30 - Summary
For clarity, I am part of the Autodesk Creator program however I have received no direct payment, instruction or help to make this video, it is entirely my own work.
And check out the other socials aswell! Instagram - making_for_motorsport Twitter- @Making4msport
00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Scanning 01:50 - What's the goal and simplifying 04:00 - GOM Inspect and aligning to a coordinate system 06:06 - Import into Fusion360 07:56 - Setting an axis - "the process" 12:20 - Revolving the drive flange 15:49 - Using constraints and measurements in the sketch 18:26 - Modeling the steering arm 26:11 - Modelling everything else 27:30 - SummaryMakera Carvera Air Desktop CNC Machine - The easiest CNC Ever???Making for Motorsport2025-06-05 | During the summer promotion, you can get an extra laser head accessory when you buy Air, and you can get an extra $100 discount with the code MFM100OFF(Until June 24th)
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patreon.com/MakingformotorsportRe-engineering the Autotest Mini! Designing a new subframe and front suspension from scratch!Making for Motorsport2025-02-19 | If you'd like to support the channel please check out the Patreon...
00:00 Intro 01:38 Problems 04:11 What is Autotesting 05:13 The Plan 07:24 Scanning 08:54 Assembling the Scans 11:30 SummaryHow to 3D model parts from 3D Scans using FREE software!Making for Motorsport2025-01-22 | I use 3D scans to model an inlet manifold for my mini and guide you through every single step.
If you want to model along side then the files I used for this are available on the link below...
0:00 - Introduction 1:21 - Getting the scans and 1st alignment 4:24 - Opening fusion and loading scans 6:15 - Looking for clashes 8:00 - Reducing and simplifying the mesh 10:55 - Creating the working planes 13:55 - Getting information from the mesh 19:20 - Engine side flange 21:25 - Modelling the actual manifold 26.20 - Making, fitting and testing 27:48 - Round upThe Einstar Vega Review - Is this the most accessible 3D Scanner yet?Making for Motorsport2024-12-17 | I test the latest scanner from Shining3D, the Einstar Vega. This is a wireless unit and it is very easy and simple to use.
This unit was provided to me free of charge for review purposes however Shining3D have no editorial rights and my words are my own.
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00:00 - Intro 02:15 - Unboxing 05:20 - Switch on and Calibration 06:57 - 1st Scan - StarBoy 15:11 - Starvision 20:35 - Gearbox scan 24:31 - Car scans 29:57 - 123 Block accuracy test 32:15 - SummaryThe Creality CR-Scan Raptor Review - Is the Blue Laser a Game changer?Making for Motorsport2024-06-29 | I review the new CR-Scan Raptor from Creality, I do a massive 16 scans to put both the Blue Laser and Near-Infrared sensors through their paces.
This unit was supplied free of charge by Creality but no further money has been received and Creality have no prior approval nor editorial rights on the video.
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I do a ridiculous number of scans to try and find out if this scanner is the real deal.
This scanner was supplied free of charge by Creality for purposes of review, all words are my own with zero editorial input by Creality and no cash or other payments where received.
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If you fancy some Merch or just want to know more... check this out below...
makingformotorsport.comThe Revopoint Range Review - Is it worth your money?Making for Motorsport2024-02-26 | Revopoint have made a wide field of view scanner, in fact they have already made another one (cleverly titled Range 2), but is the first one any good? Lets find out together!
The Range was provided free of charge by Revopoint but they have not editorial rights on my video nor is it pre-approved by them, all thoughts are my own. Any questions on this please check my review policy, which I make every company I work with sign up to, here...
0:00 Intro 1:28 Unboxing and Software 3:39 Scanning a Person 5:40 Scanning a Car differential 8:12 Scanning Car bodywork 14:07 SummaryBanned from the Road? - BMW Project Car gets MOT test, new bits, name and Rolling Roaded!Making for Motorsport2024-01-07 | If you'd like to support the channel please check out the Patreon...
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makingformotorsport.comRevopoint POP3 Review - 3D ScannerMaking for Motorsport2023-12-16 | If you want to buy one of these Scanners then I have a link and a coupon code for you :-
And use the coupon code MakingforMotorsport50 to get $50 off!!!! (This isn’t an affiliate link as far as I know but I might be? 🤷♂️ either way you get 50 bucks off so click it!)
If you'd like to support the channel please check out the Patreon or visit the website and buy some lovely merch...
No affliate link I'm afraid but please let me know if you get one!
If you want Dave to help you get in touch with him here : - dc-3d-design.co.ukThe NEW BMW Project Car!Making for Motorsport2023-08-22 | Say hello to the Channel's new Project Car..... but what are the plans???
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patreon.com/MakingformotorsportHow to Accurately measure 3D Scans using MeshMixer, Fusion360 and GOM Inspect FreeMaking for Motorsport2023-01-10 | In this video I take a 3D scan and try to measure it very accurately with various pieces of software.
I use Meshmixer, an old Autodesk product, Fusion360 and GOM inspect, full on metrology software.
All this software is free to download and use, you can find the download links below :-
00:00 Intro 02:49 Meshmixer 06:20 Fusion360 10:36 GOM Inspect 22:03 SummaryWhich 3D Scanner is best?! The Pop2, Einstar, CR01 and Lizard compared over 20 different scans!Making for Motorsport2022-12-22 | We test out 4 of the most accessible, affordable and useful 3D scanners over a wide range of different scans... I also talk about the Hardware required, Accuracy, the usability of the software... EVERYTHING!
For full disclosure, I received the CR-Lizard and Einstar for free for review, however I have not let that effect my judgement in the course of this review.
00:00 - Intro 01:26 - Face Test 05:05 - Upright 10:19 - Hardware Requirement 12:30 - Front of the mini 16:25 - Accuracy Test 21:33 - Small Decorative Object 27:03 - Software 30:15 - SummaryThe best Consumer 3D Scanner? Einstar full review…Making for Motorsport2022-12-08 | I review the Einstar 3D scanner from Shining3D, show you round the device and take you step by step through a scan. Is this the best consumer grade 3D scanner? Or is it just good at other things?
Lets find out!
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00:00 - Intro 01:03 - Unboxing 03:32 - Calibration 05:48 - 1st Scan 15:25 - 2nd position 24:30 - The purpose of the review 25:53 - Other scans 28:25 - Required Hardware 30:15 - SummaryProject Siesta - Autotesting, MOT and other bad news…Making for Motorsport2022-09-29 | Save 15% on your Carly device with code MakingForMotorsport until 01/11 at bit.ly/MakingForMotorsport_Carly! Carly's scanner and free version of the app with standard OBD features are compatible with cars that have an OBD2 port. To see if Carly's advanced features — like coding or manufacturer-level diagnostics — should work with your car, check out their website. To access these additional features, you'll need to get their yearly license.
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Content 00:00 Intro 00:26 Grass Autotest 02:10 MOT Prep 03:37 Sponsor Time! 06:59 MOT 08:30 Checking out the rust 10:10 OutroRunning ITBs and a Standard ECU - Project Siesta Part 3!Making for Motorsport2022-06-02 | If you'd like to support the channel please check out the Patreon... patreon.com/Makingformotorsport
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In the spirit of full disclosure I have edited a section out of the fuel trim explanation as I got a detail wrong, everyone’s human!
0:00 BRAAARRRP!!! 0:17 Introduction 1:00 MAP problems 3:16 Test Drive 5:45 The Science/Magic bit 8:55 The dreaded MOT! 9:45 Other bits… 10:17 How much this costed 10:47 Is it any quicker? 11:37 Round-up 13:02 Hi Tom!Project Siesta - ITBs vs Standard ECU.... Part 2Making for Motorsport2022-05-25 | If you'd like to support the channel please check out the Patreon...
(Non-affiliate link)Cutting hosesMaking for Motorsport2022-04-25 | If you'd like to support the channel please check out the Patreon...
patreon.com/MakingformotorsportDIY Custom driveshaft.... How to cut and shut driveshafts the right way...Making for Motorsport2022-03-06 | I weld a custom driveshaft together out of 2 proper ones for my Autotest Classic Mini. I go through all the stages and show all the consideration I do when I make a custom driveshaft for the Mini...
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00:00 Intro 01:05 The Plan 02:00 Plunge! 03:18 Finding out length 04:41 Cutting and welding 08:52 Checking for straightness 10:16 Welding on the sleeve 11:29 Dye Penetrant Testing 13:01 Will it work? 14:27 SummaryCR-Scan Lizard 3D Scanner vs Photogrammetry - which one wins?Making for Motorsport2022-02-15 | Following up the recent release video for the CR-Scan Lizard I compare it to Photogrammetry with Meshroom.
The Kickstarter has now finished for this scanner, if you pledged using the channel link, you rock!!!
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0:00 Intro 1:53 Strip down 3:28 How it works currently 6:12 Project Name 7:06 Design 8:30 Trial fit 9:50 Round upNew Project Car for the Channel... Skyline? Supra? Click and find out....Making for Motorsport2022-01-02 | The channel needs something a little more road based.... what car is it and what's it like?
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00:00 - Introduction 00:44 - The "big" reveal 03:25 - Road test 06:04 - Performance - 0-60mph 08:00 - Performance - 2nd Gear pull 08:24 - Future plansEven more 3D modelling! Using Fusion 360 to make more complicated car parts!Making for Motorsport2021-11-17 | Number 2 of 2 videos on how I 3D model parts for my car...
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patreon.com/MakingformotorsportHow to 3D Model functional car parts for Beginners (and everyone else...) on Fusion 360Making for Motorsport2021-11-02 | In this video I demonstrate the whole process behind 3D modelling the velocity stacks, and everything you need to know leading up to it.
Keep your eyes peeled for the 2nd episode in this where I go through even more interesting modelling challenges.
0:00 Introduction 2:32 Software 4:12 The Basics 7:29 Constraints 15:21 Velocity Stacks 40:21 Wrap up
Link for Fusion 360 (non-affiliate)
autodesk.co.uk/products/fusion-360/personal3D Printing Car Parts - Under the Hood (or bonnet) - After a year of motorsport......Making for Motorsport2021-10-21 | A review of all the 3D prints under the bonnet of the Mini after a year of motorsport, what I've learnt and what I haven't!
00:00 Introduction 01:09 What do they do? 03:12 What is pule tuning? 05:02 Taper or Parallel 06:28 Design and Making 09:13 Fitting and Testing 11:30 Summary
Link a great piece of practical testing by the legendary Dave Walker of Emerald showing maybe taper isn't all that....
emeraldm3d.com/articles/emr-adj-length-intakeTime to go Autotesting - Alwoodley Event report in the MiniMaking for Motorsport2021-06-27 | The first event report on the channel of an Autotest in the Mini, wathc the trials and tribulations of trying to keep the Mini whilst also kicking it's ass round the track.
Lots of thanks to Alwoodley Motor Club for putting on the event and to Phil and Chris Chapman for some camera work and the thumbnail picture.
If you're interested in Autotesting or other grassroots motorsport in the UK then www.btrda.co.uk is a great place to start...How to fit Individual Throttle Bodies - Part 3 - Return of the BRARP!Making for Motorsport2021-06-10 | The final section of How to Fit Individual Throttle Bodies to ANY ENGINE! This video focuses on the interaction with the ECU, which option to pick and how to set it up.
Exterior footage from the outside of the mini is from Philip Chapman from Fern Motorsport...Building the Speeduino Standalone ECU - Against the ClockMaking for Motorsport2021-05-13 | I build a Speeduino standalone ECU from scratch, configure it and run my car with it! All against the clock!
The Speeduino is THE best value standalone out there and it's the cheapest way to get into tuning your own car!
Chapters
0:00 Intro 1:55 Assembly 5:05 Loading the firmware 8:32 Configuring the Speeduino Board 10:51 Configuring the Firmware 13:27 Wiring the Board in 14:20 Running the Car 17:00 Summary
PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN TESTING INJECTORS! Loose petrol is very flammable, and live switching the pump can generate sparks - you can see my extinguisher - I had 2! If you have a leak or spill mop it up and come back another day.....
I fit Honda Fireblade throttle bodies to my autotest mini with a 1600cc Vauxhall engine to get the BRARP BRARP noise and, if we get it right a bit more power, MO'POWAH!!!!
Link to the injector sizing page.... http://www.megamanual.com/v22manual/minj.htm#sizeAnnealing 3D Printed Nylon for high temperature resistance? Can it be done?Making for Motorsport2021-02-03 | I have some Carbon Fibre (fiber) Nylon which I need to use in a high temperature (120degC) application, will it be suitable and can it be annealed to improve it?
More info on specific annealing for Nylon... https://rigid.ink/blogs/news/how-to-anneal-your-3d-prints-for-strength
Credit for title sequence slooooo-mooooo - Fern Motorsport3D Printing Carbon Fibre Nylon on a STOCK Ender 3 Pro - Can it be done??? (okay, almost stock....)Making for Motorsport2021-01-23 | I try to print Carbon Fibre Nylon by Sainsmart on my (just about) Stock Ender 3 Pro 3d Printer, high end filament, entry level printer.
This will be the material for my 3D printed induction manifold for my individual throttle bodies, check out my other videos to see how that project is coming along!
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Credit for the temp tower, krpavlu @ thingiverse.com/thing:4149643Never clog again!! 2 easy tips to solve a clogging all metal hot end!Making for Motorsport2021-01-09 | How I stopped my clone All Metal Hotend from clogging on PLA on my Ender 3 Pro. I detail the settings I used and a few other tricks to get my cheap eBay hot end to work.How to fit Individual Throttle Bodies - Motorbike bodies as cheaply as possibleMaking for Motorsport2020-12-27 | Part 1 of my guide to fitting motorbike throttle bodies to a car engine as I do the same, trying to do it as cheaply as possible! I go through each activity and decision to show you how!
I fit Honda Fireblade throttle bodies to my autotest mini with a 1600cc Vauxhall engine to get the BRARP BRARP noise and, if we get it right a bit more power, MO'POWAH!!!!
As mentioned, if you are interested in Fusion 360 then check this guy out : -
Lars Christensen youtube.com/channel/UCo29kn3d9ziFUZGZ50VKvWAAndeli MIG 160 Welder Review - Follow up videoMaking for Motorsport2020-12-09 | See how I feel about the Andeli MIG 160 after doing the first project with it.Everything you DONT KNOW about Individual Throttle BodiesMaking for Motorsport2020-12-03 | Individual Throttle bodies, ITBs, why are they good, how do they work and how can you get some on your car for less money??Autotesting Classic Mini - Engine SwapMaking for Motorsport2020-11-29 | A walkthrough of my Classic Mini autotesting car, Vauxhall 1600 and big wheels and lots and lots of other bits and bobs.Beginners guide to MIG Gas Bottles - Disposable or Refillable?Making for Motorsport2020-11-14 | My simplistic ramblings on what type of MIG gas bottle to tether yourself to...
“Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com“Andeli MIG 160 Welder Review - Cheap eBay Welder - is it any good?Making for Motorsport2020-11-09 | Cheap eBay welder on review - is it any good? Worth the money and your time?
Stick around find out....
*N.B. I AM NOT a pro-welder, I'm an amateur with a little experience and a lot of enthusiasm, which I'm guessing is the same for most of the people for are viewing this...
“Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com“Autotest Mini - Demon Tweeks 2020Making for Motorsport2020-10-04 | Autotesting in the time of Covid. Test 2 in the Knutsford & District Motor Club autotest at Demon Tweeks, Wrexham. 5 days later and it was locked down!
Great event, roll on 2021!CSMA Autotest 2018 - Test 1 - Silverstone!Making for Motorsport2018-04-21 | Battle of the Dave's - Mosey then Fox... (Mosey special is brand new and quick as!)Autotesting @ Curborough - H&DLCC 2018Making for Motorsport2018-04-13 | Round 1 of BTRDA autotesting championship. Dave Fox in a mini with a Vauxhall 1600 engineMSA Autotest Champion 2015 - Alastair MoffattMaking for Motorsport2015-12-01 | Test 3 of the Knutsford and District Motor Club autotest at Demon Tweeks, 2015.