17 - Modeling - Motor
Motor & Pull Start Modeling Process
- Create the Motor Cylinder:
- Create a cylinder with 18 sides.
- Position and scale it based on reference images.
- Convert it to an editable poly and drag the back face to extend.
- Shape the Bottom Section:
- Add a loop and extrude the bottom down.
- Flatten the bottom section and adjust it to match references.
- Create the Side Extension:
- Select the side face and extrude outward to form the motor housing.
- Use the scan data to align the extension properly.
- Apply a shell modifier for thickness.
- Refine the Object Fit:
- Adjust object positioning to ensure proper fit.
- Apply auto-smooth to correct shading errors.
- Create the Motor Standoffs:
- Identify motor standoff positions in reference images.
- Create a metal bar beneath the motor using a box.
- Model two cylindrical standoffs with a Y-shaped connector.
- Align the standoffs properly and mirror them using symmetry.
- Create the Pull Start Shroud:
- Extract the rear circular face and create a new object.
- Add thickness with a shell modifier and position it properly.
- Extend the shroud outward, flatten it, and adjust based on references.
- Chamfer the top edge for added realism.
- Model the Pull Start Cone:
- Extract the central circle as a new object.
- Add a lip with an extrusion and inward scaling.
- Adjust the cone shape and align it to the scan.
- Apply Boolean Cuts to the Shroud:
- Save the project before Boolean operations.
- Create two boxes for the cuts on the shroud.
- Ensure proper face alignment before applying Boolean subtraction.
- Convert to an editable poly and clean up the resulting topology.
- Refine the Pull Start Handle:
- Create a box for the handle.
- Extrude side faces outward to form the T-shape.
- Add a cylinder at the bottom and align it to the handle.
- Chamfer edges for a rounded effect.
- Weld unnecessary edges and collapse the central vertices.
- Attach the Handle to the Motor:
- Position the pull start at an angle.
- Ensure proper clearance from surrounding geometry.
- Add Cut Separations to the Motor:
- Use Swift Loop to add edge loops for material separation.
- Select and detach front and middle black plastic sections as separate objects.
- Create Supporting Cylinders & Bolts:
- Place four cylinders as bolt attachments.
- Adjust size and positioning.
- Mirror them to the opposite side using symmetry.
- Finalize Rear Metal Bar:
- Identify the correct positioning behind the wheel.
- Duplicate the front metal bar and standoff components.
- Align properly using the scan data.