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resin model car body? If so, did you print it in the same scale as the original, or a different scale?

I ask as there are some nice resin and plastic model kits but in 1/24, 1/25 or 1/20 scale, and it would be neat to scan the model pieces and then print them in a 1/18 size for assembly.

Any recommendations for reasonable priced 3D scanners and 3D printers would also be very helpful.

Thanks!

#465504 Most I have done was 3d print existing 3d models by
Venom
on Monday Aug 11, 2025 at 06:19AM - Resin printed the wheels on my 1/24 Tamiya MX-5 RF to match the wheels on my actual car...

#465494 No experiences, but everything is possible. by
Ulf
on Saturday Aug 09, 2025 at 01:04AM - Wheels are kinda easy, but additional body parts hardly possible if you're not into it. Collectors

#465488 I tried this once! by Guest on Friday Aug 08, 2025 at 08:44AM - Had some 1/24 scale AMT Greenwood flares, wanted them to be scanned, enlarged to 1/18 and printed.

#465485 Yes, I have done both, and that was several years ago. There by Marshall on Thursday Aug 07, 2025 at 10:09AM - are many variables and pitfalls to be aware of and deal with. The bottom line is that it is not as s

#465483 Interesting idea though I'm guessing you'd have to use by TCL on Thursday Aug 07, 2025 at 04:49AM - the equipment for more than one model or for other purposes to make it worth the cost. I've seen sel
- #465486 Of course! Off the top of my head I'd like to make the by Craigj35344 on Friday Aug 08, 2025 at 12:17AM - following: The closed canopy 1934 Mercedes W25 Rekordwagen:
  - #465487 Many on your list are from the 1930s and I seldom see by TCL on Friday Aug 08, 2025 at 03:44AM - announcements of 1/18ths from that era pop up. Now I understand why you're considering building your