Passenger coach to the locomotive The Rocket 1:32

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This fall we headed to the UK and made Widescreen Weekend in Bradford our first stop. Following that, we had some extra days so we decided to check out York's Railway Museum. That's where we got to see a replica of The Rocket. We already knew this one because it's also housed in London. It was amazing to stand beside such an iconic locomotive. Additionally, they had a coach connected to the locomotive that I had actually created a 3D model of back in November 2014 - and now more than 11,000 people have downloaded it! I suddenly realized how crucial it is for The Rocket's train set to have a coach belonging to it when I saw this. When I returned home, I started working on sketching out and drawing designs for this railway wagon. It was then that my finished project came into being. And I'm rather pleased with how it turned out. Here you can see the locomotive The Rocket at: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:564002 And here's a video showing it in action on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjc53jI2AKQ Print Settings: Printer Brand: MakerBot Printer: MakerBot Replicator 2X Rafts: No Supports: No Resolution: 0.2mm Infill: 20% Notes: I utilized a 0.3mm nozzle but 0.4 works even better for this project. Perhaps the small door handles can be a bit more difficult to print with 0.4, though. Except for No. 2 roofs and No. 4 short sides where support is required. Post-Printing: It will undoubtedly require some sanding and drilling, like any 3D print, after printing this train wagon. If you have a light brown nozzle, use that for window frames to get the exact desired color. Otherwise paint them to your preference. You should also glue clear plastic sheeting - similar to OH transparencies. Following this, you can add windows onto their respective frames if you so choose. When everything is secure and fitted into place in terms of structure, you're able to drill and attach seats according to need. Additionally, there's a need for filing and sanding the roof to even out its curved shape due to layer overlap. It helps with smooth finishing when it's completed this way. Some important tips include not fastening any pieces below onto bottom screws unless it’s fully in line. Otherwise see these in my photos. There was an attachment I created that helped the wheel alignment for more ease - especially concerning getting the shaft into position. Check out the image where it shows green.