DalaGStanator's Customs, Mods and Experiments

A comparison between one of my older "tyred" custom wheels from last year (right; painted [flat] rim; no paper tread) and an updated set in a similar diameter (left; side layers; treaded). Makes the difference look that much bigger than it really is. Although the inner circles were cut out with a knife as well as scissors and a screwdriver, the rough edges make it look like there's paint on the 'inside' of the tyre rather than just the rim. Another issue is one wheel (somehow) always becomes a little off-centre when gluing the "ring" layers, even though they're the same size as the main discs behind them.



The exact same technique is used on the average cardboard vehicle and emulates tyres a lot more effectively, so it will be a tiny step in making my own ones look better. Unlike the previous flat rims, it will allow making a variety of hubcap designs that can't be emulated when there's no depth; especially conical hubs for front wheels on heavy duty vehicles.

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On another note: I just happened to miss the date of my Tenth Anniversary on BPT (April 12th). I could still put together something to show my gratitude for the fun I've had in this community, such as a miniature Plarail set or a direct ad for the site. Would anyone be up for that? I can already picture making things like micro versions of the "train-sized" 3-pack boxes, similar to the miniature LEGO sets in 3221.