Flexi Factory Racing Tortoise
Added 2025-02-14 23:07:51 +0000 UTCOk, I couldn't help myself... I really wanted to Turbo my Tortoise 😊.
This model has several fun features that make it great for customizing. The head pops-on and swivels for extra character :) The body, shell, and spoiler snap together, and the optional flames push in with a fairly snug fit.
I designed it this way so you can print all the parts in different colors. I personally like the shell shiny and the body matte or basic PLA.
I also redesigned the neck with a larger footprint, and kept the "box" feature to store stuff inside.
Happy Printing -Dan
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Print tips and Info:
Model DOWNLOADS are HERE!!! https://www.patreon.com/collection/15731
STL and 3MF files are included. * If you use the 3mf file, please remember that it is a painted project file for your convenience. You must check your material/printer/settings to make sure it works correctly for your printing project.
15% infill/gyroid, .12 or .16 layer height for quality suggested
As usual. make sure you have good adhesion, especially for the mini versions. A glue stick works, however I have switched to using on all my machines... a BIQU Cryopgrip Frostbite adhesion plate (LOVE it).
I test printed between 50% and 125% for this design. Consider high quality materials and settings, the smaller you go.
Gradient PLA works well with this model: I have a comprehensive list of Filament I use here: Amazon List
1st photo 100% STL: TTYT3d Rainbow Silk and Ziro Vibrant Coral Matte
2nd photo 3MFs are 100% and 80%: Sunlu Red and White, Anycubic Black, Isanmate Yellow/Green Gradient, Amolen Red/Orange Silk Gradient and Bambulab Matte Green
3rd photo 100% and 50% STLs: Ziro Tropical Matte and Beach
4th photo STL 100%: Ziro Dreamy Dusk and Eryone Shire Yellow/Green
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Comments
Karl Smith, just finished on at 200% yellow and deep red.
Gary
2025-02-20 22:15:56 +0000 UTCI tried some wheel versions but you nailed it, the legs have to be static and I didn't love that direction. Took away too much of the Flexiness unfortunately.
Dan
2025-02-20 22:08:17 +0000 UTCGreat print, working a large scale print of this little guy. Had a great Idea. Would love to see a version were the legs snap into place and a set of wheels that would fit into the feet. Going to print an engine to fit under the shell. LOL
Gary
2025-02-20 13:40:30 +0000 UTC
