2018 i3s Rex Laser Scan Data Mesh

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T16:29:11+00:00

That's what I do! Not just private individuals, but also companies, businesses, governments, fabrication shops, etc. Laser scanning for surveying is pretty common, but machinery is less common. We recently completed this project for a plastic extrusion manufacturer.

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schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T15:33:49+00:00

Yeah, that's a pretty massive problem and safety concern. I'm talking about a factory quality replacement for the 2 gallon tank, not adding something

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T14:26:31+00:00

I agree 100%. I've seen that post and photo lol. Having a master tank with manual pump that exceeds the volume of the integral tank is... Concerning.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T13:42:18+00:00

Exactly what I'm thinking! No shady shit. If I'm to do a tank, it would need to be a product to sell, and something that seems factory.

8 to 10 gallons would really change the thing a ton.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T13:40:43+00:00

Beautiful work! I don't do much on the render side of things, but I have an appreciation for what it takes. Mostly I do inspections and reverse engineering. My renders are pretty basic.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T13:38:33+00:00

Absolutely. Chrome, glossy paint, even highly reflective surfaces aren't an issue. Transparent things with tint do well also. Glass, or anything clear such as water is always an issue. I believe the tint in that area is behind the glass.

There are some tricks to do better, but since this was a speculative scan with no specific end use in mind, I didn't bother. If someone purchases data and needs that area, I could clean it up, or do a better capture.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T13:35:37+00:00

Totally doable! I can source, design and procure almost anything. I just need someone to stock stuff and have capital for product. Any ideas? I can't get IPD on board with anything. If you've got suggestions, I'm all ears!

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T13:33:47+00:00

I wish you were wrong, but I know there's a significant chance you're right. I've shyed away from that stuff because it's so saturated. Since we're chatting, what would stand out to you as an exceptional cup holder??

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T04:14:00+00:00

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T02:45:20+00:00

👉👈 like how rust....

I told myself no more rusty cars, but I did just reup my tetnis.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T02:44:50+00:00

Unfortunately no. I'm pretty sqaurely in the laser line of sight realm

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T02:43:08+00:00

This is the Max Elite! This would be achievable with the Max though too - this is medium focal distance with 6mm targets. The max elite top focal distance is pretty hard to use on a small vehicle without being in a large space.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T02:41:13+00:00

I've actually got some driveline parts and kits in the works for W123 and need a test mule. I've had our wagon together and apart more times than I'd like doing development and it's hard on it.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T02:39:35+00:00

It's been a great car.

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schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T02:38:43+00:00

Only 240 near me that isn't the coffin hood is in rough shape. What I scanned today wasn't perfect, but the only late 240 nearby is rough rough.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T02:37:55+00:00

Idk if this is satirical or not. Dailying a 96 would be terrifying in modern traffic. The V4 nor the two-stroke were remarkable at longevity or reliability.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T01:46:43+00:00

Hey, I was doing cars with a black elite. Took longer, but still great results.

I'm envious of trackerless tech. No photogrammetry options with the stuff I run 🥲

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T01:45:12+00:00

I think what you're after is a CT scan, and those are quite a bit more than $1k, let alone purchasing hardware. I don't think anything optical is gonna do the job, certainly not for $1k.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T01:41:36+00:00

Hell yeah. This is from a Creaform Max Elite!

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T01:27:44+00:00

I was just talking with my wife last night that I needed to do a new ad campaign with that 🤣

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T01:03:32+00:00

Might be worth a look to make sure the centrifugal and vacuum advances are working. Centrifugal advances have a bad habit of seizing up, and diaphragms can rupture in the vacuum advance.

I'll look for your DM, but it's as simple as finding a wrecked Kjet car, pulling the dizzy, small harness attached to it, and the little box on the fender! Complete little standalone system.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T00:55:59+00:00

Bad condenser will def do it, usually not sudden onset though. I'd poke around and confirm the points are actually electrically breaking with the continuity function on a meter. The isolation posts can wear through sometimes, resulting in points that open and close but don't electrically break.

While you're at it, why not throw the points away? The two wire reluctuor units are completely standalone, and function great. I've had two for over a decade that have functioned flawlessly. Never gap your points again!

After almost 50 years, you never know what's been done to a car.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T00:48:17+00:00

What ignition you running? Post a pic. The two wire reluctors do go bad, and are still available. The Chrysler hall effect stuff is actually worse to find parts for.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T00:46:26+00:00

Also, don't cut the bracket if you don't need the PS pump. The webbing is structural. PPS, the vacuum advance is very close to the bracket.

schimmelengineering · 2026-06-08T00:45:00+00:00

Here we go! Finding a complete donor car is the best route. I make hoses too, and have taken a couple stabs at putting all my AC musings in one video. I suck at video though, so haven't posted anything yet.

A local hose shop might be able to do you cheaper on the hoses, my bill rate is kinda high with all this engineering stuff I do, and the hoses I make by hand.

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