Hi guys,
Sorry for the slow update, been busy with other projects such as getting RX-8 ready for the engine swap and designing suspension components for MX-5 but in my spare time, I have made some progress on this project.
So far I have used the scan data from my first post to recreate an OEM fender.
Using that model, I started adjusting the surfaces to get a rough idea of how far the fender should extend. The fenders are 68.5mm wider than OEM according to Speedhunter's article which looks about right.
I still need quite a bit of practice drawing NURBS as you can see how rough my CAD model is but I still manage to get the general shape.
So, I was thinking my next step is to 3D print a scaled-down version of that rough model so I could physically make it smooth and fix up spots that need attention and then rescan it.
Also, I have scanned more bits of the car last week which I will use that data for creating more reference models.
I will try and make a post every fortnight about this project's progress.