[MOC] Ferrari LaFerrari 1:8

[n2kar_jw]

A little insight on a modification to overcome the missing 10197 Technic Pin Connector Hub with 2 Perpendicular Axles in red:

It is used on the rear part of the Engine Cover.

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Here in the first picture, the 10197 is used in orange. The right side is already modded.

The modification takes advantage of 44809 Technic Pin Connector Perpendicular 2 x 2 Bent which is available in red.

Please note that I have currently only 1x 44809 in red, so i will use a black one for illustration.

EC_M1 by N2 KAr, auf Flickr

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EC_M2 by N2 KAr, auf Flickr

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With this design, the red panel 71682 would be loose, the cut a tiny piece of rigid hose and use it fix the assembly

EC_M3 by N2 KAr, auf Flickr

Edited June 11, 2023 by n2kar_jw

[astyanax]

@n2kar_jw I like the solution with the rigid hose! 

At the time when I built her, also  did not yet exist in Red, so I remodeled this area quite a bit, in order to fit  instead. See my video embedded on the first page for the result.

Edit: can also be seen on these photos: https://bricksafe.com/pages/astyanax/laferrari_t-lego

[Michel1980]

is it possible to get the original manual (for payment)?

[LegoHoops]

Still working through the build of the LaFerrari, progressing slowly due to the lack of availability Down-Under of some red parts. I built the rear clam-shell, but have had issues with some of the System parts popping off while opening and closing. I have deconstructed it and rebuilding.

Built the dashboard using Factory Armour, but rather than using the Bar 1L with 1 x 1 Round Plate to hold the Factory Armour pieces in place - I used a more secure Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Axle Hole and a piece of 3mm Rigid Hose cut to length. A black Tile with a printed yellow Ferrari ‘Prancing Horse’ on the right hand side, from the Speed Champion Ferrari 812 set.

Modified areas of the LaFerrari’s Rear Bumper like @astyanax’s version with addition of Lights, Active Diffusers including vertical Vanes (they move with Active Diffuser), Taillights with Trans-Clear Dishes with Radial Cockpit pattern and the three orange HV Cables to Motor 2/Inverter visible through left hand rear Bumper Grille like the actual LaFerrari. 

The Engine Bay’s orange HV Cables are in place through the Junction Box including a Trans-Orange Tile warning label ⚠️ the and third HV Cable from Inverter to AC Compressor held in place with Clip Mechanical Claw.

FIORANO - Ferrari’s private testing and race-track.

 

Edited June 18, 2023 by LegoHoops
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[T Lego]

@LegoHoops Thank you for the update! Great mods and I particularly like the idea of the vertical vanes! Looking forward to the finished build

[Macee3]

On 3/17/2023 at 4:39 PM, Silverbird said:

Hello everyone

For my CADA laFerrari I made my own stickers with the original Ferrari logo and lettering.  

 

Hi Silverbird,

this sticker sheet is awesome . could you pls make and send it to me ? thx

[astyanax]

On 6/18/2023 at 3:11 AM, LegoHoops said:

Modified areas of the LaFerrari’s Rear Bumper like @astyanax’s version

Just noticed that you went for those barrel-based exhausts like me! In my build, I placed them at a 1-plate offset, like so (this is the right-side exhaust):

(And yes they stayed on securely...)

[LegoHoops]

Thanks to @astyanax for the following info on the Audi RS Q E-Tron thread (and exhaust offset above). Came across this issue with the LaFerrari’s Active Diffusers, initially thinking it was a Lightly Bluish Grey 4 x 4 Tile Modified issue, I had Dark Bluish Grey ones that were marginally tighter, but had to be careful moving the LaFerrari around. 

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@astyanax :- 

Evidently there's been a material change in Technic connectors over the past 1-2 years. Nowadays they're much softer to the touch, and in some scenarios they have ways less clutch power. For example try this:

Take a  and push the studs of a 1x2 plate into the pinholes. Super tight fit!

Now take the new version  and push the same 1x2 plate's studs into the pinholes. The plate almost falls out by itself...

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I didn’t have any older Connectors in my selection of parts, everything was the newer style/moulding - I had a quite a few of the older Connectiors on a Logging Trailer built 4 years ago - swapped these out with the newer version as it didn’t affect trailer in their application.

Below on the Left, is the version using older Connectors with greater ‘clutch power’ on the 4 x 4 Tile Modified and on the Right the newer version ‘weak’ Connectors. After dismantling the rear module (the bonus with being modular) these have now been retrofitted into the LaFerrari

 

Edited June 26, 2023 by LegoHoops

[AFOLegofan66]

Finally finished this amazing moc in true LEGO and it’s one amazing car. Thanks everyone for all the tips in this forum. I’ll definitely post some photos when the shoot is done. 

[zackteen]

Hi there, is this a 1x3 beam? 

[langko]

1 hour ago, zackteen said:

Hi there, is this a 1x3 beam? 

I'm pretty sure its part 71708  

[astyanax]

Correct. It's possible to modify things a bit and use a 3L liftarm. I did that at the time, as   wasn't yet available in Red. 

[MAP Tec]

From the optics and functions brilliant 

[MAP Tec]

A steering system is good, a steering system with suspension is better. Height adjustable suspension is unbelievable but that the car also tilts, i have no words for that. The shape is also impressive, but again at the expense of stability. In total very very good work .

A steering system is good, a steering system with suspension is better. Height adjustable suspension is unbelievable but that the car also tilts, i have no words for that. The shape is also impressive, but again at the expense of stability. In total very very good work .

[zackteen]

On 3/31/2023 at 8:07 AM, T Lego said:

@n2kar_jw Thank you for the great effort and willingness to help out the purists here! Most of the differences between the Lego and CaDa model stem from one of the following and these changes have not been executed by me:

- Adapting for new panels (caused the part count to go up by 200+ as well and generated quite a few issues with the model)

- No moulds for parts that are too specific (e.g. gauge cluster)

- Different part behaviour

There are also bits they changed of which I couldn't figure out why, but I might be able to determine that when I finally receive and build my set (two sets stuck at customs :(((

 

Since there appears to be some demand for the original gauge cluster, here is the file: https://www.bricksafe.com/files/T_Antonie/random/gauge cluster.ldr 

I've got the parts for this gauge cluster, do you have any advice on how to replace the one in theCada set instructions? The Cada one is fixed by using a 1x4 brick with 3 technic holes. Should I replace it with a 1x5 technic beam instead? 

[zackteen]

Sorry for another question but does the build use four 12L black flexible axels? I've used two for the front of the car and have two left over after the build and I can't for the life of me figure out where those two black axles go!

[LvdH]

7 hours ago, zackteen said:

Sorry for another question but does the build use four 12L black flexible axels? I've used two for the front of the car and have two left over after the build and I can't for the life of me figure out where those two black axles go!

There are two between the monocoque and engine cover.

[Skiwie]

Would it be possible to motorized the laferrari with cada power function with 2 monster motors 1 servo motor and maybe a micro motor for the hight and some lights if taken out the gearbox and stepping mechanisme

 

 

[nahpets]

Great build so far - I have been building in Lego following the Cada instructions. 

I had some trouble with the Gauge Cluster being to flimsy and falling apart when changing gears so made a modification using ball joints with axle. 

See below some photos for those interested. 

 

Ill post some final photos when complete.

Thanks 

[nerdsforprez]

My build is done.  CADA version, but with different wheels.  Usually I don't take to spray painting elements, but I feel for this car it was appropriate (just the wheel rims and brake disks).  For the rims I used a simple matte black, and they turned out wonderful.   The rotors appear a little glittery in the photos, but that is a photo effect.  They look very realistic, metallic-like  in real life.  Obviously, I also drilled the rotors for a more realistic look.  

So much to enjoy about this car, and it was a really enjoyable build.  One reason for this is the modularity.  For me, I enjoy building all the modules first, them putting it all together in one cohesive whole.  Even if something doesn't work straightaway, I don't mind (which, luckily, I did not make any mistakes and everything worked fine.).  I have not applied stickers... IMO they are not needed (are they ever?) 

Can't wait to display it, I have some ideas  

 

[LegoHoops]

The LaFerrari is finally 99% there, constructed from genuine LEGO parts - apart from third party rims. I went with the modification @astyanax had produced on his example eliminating the flex axles around the front tyre and replacing with 488 GTE guard. Also replaced the Systems parts above the front tyres for a more robust Technic parts.

I chose to recolour the top section of the bonnet in Black after coming across the LaFerrari from Dutton’s Garage pictured below. I couldn’t get to see it in the fresh during a recent trip to Australia. But I did get to spend some time with an Enzo, F50, F40, 288 GTO and Dino in the same room which was awesome, especially to photograph their details.

Cylinder Hinges were used to support side mirror arms instead of the Angled Connectors, as they look slimmer in profile. Used the Printed Panel from the Daytona SP3 to join the two Tail pieces instead of Curved Connector (71707), this also serves to clamp the two Panel sections from either side. The front piece is finished off with a Red Bar Clip and Hotdog.

The rear Clam Shell has remanded mainly unchanged, but it is quite delicate to open and close. I have ordered some Technic parts from the Daytona SP3 to replace the Systems pieces just in front of the rear tyre.

Hero Factory parts used for the dash. A 2 x 2 Printed Tile with ‘Prancing Horse’ from Chrome Block City used between the seats.

The LaFerrari’s passenger footwell features a Luggage Net (Fence) and Fire Extinguisher.

The LaFerrari is a great addition to the Ferrari Collection along side the 488 Pista, Daytona SP3 and SF90.

Edited August 20, 2023 by LegoHoops
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[T Lego]

Thank you guys for showing your results!

@LegoHoops I recommend to recheck the instructions for the engine cover. It looks like it's pushed up, hence it doesn't sit flush. I think you have flipped the 1x6 liftarms upside down. Fixing it should make the engine cover closing smooth as well.

[YYin]

Here is T Lego's LaFerrari with remote control constructed by me.
It is controlled by 2 monster motors & 2 servo motors.

You can check the studio model on bricksafe:https://www.bricksafe.com/pages/yyin/rc-laferrari

Video link

 

Edited August 30, 2023 by YYin

[T Lego]

Background story: the making of the 1:8 LaFerrari

After having to create some room on my phone's memory card, I came across all of the WIP pictures of this project again and thought, why not share these with a little background story. I always found it interesting to read WIP journies myself so allow me to present a brief summary of the making of the 1:8 LaFerrari:

~April 2020

Starting with the first technical challenge of this build: Rotating paddle shifters. I experimented with countless of steppers and their placements in the chassis. Most steppers suffered reliability issues due to the amount of torque on the output required to shift the gearbox. The closer the stepper is to the paddles, the better. The final solution uses the standard Didumos69 stepper which works very reliably. Unfortunately I couldn't manage to make the paddle shifters return to center automatically, which admittedly is one of the big defeats of this project.

 

~June 2020
Moving on to the dynamic suspension with integrated nose lift feature. Getting these features to work perfeclty in parallel together was a tremendous challenge. Dynamic suspension requires the shock absorber mounts to rotate in the same direction wheras the nose lift feature requires those mounts to move in opposite direction. My first solution was interesting but didn't work well in practice: too much play in the mechanism, resulting no rolling movement and/or too much friction when steering the car,. The steering is linked to the red 16t clutch gear wheras the nose lift was opperated through the worm gear meshed in the differential.

 

~August 2020

Starting on the monocoque, trying to clear my mind from the front axle.

 

~September 2020

It took 3 months of prototyping before I came up with the break trough idea, detailed in the OP. An early prototype is shown below here.

 

~Oktober 2020
The first version of the chassis finished, including the seats and other interior details. 

 

~February 2021

A first prototype including full bodywork was finished after a couple of months of body sculpting. Especially the front fenders and engine covers provided me with enough frustration to punch a hole in my desk. The final soltution for the front fenders is a questionable approach, but couldn't find a better way to do it without exceeding the proportions too much. Some don't care as much about that, and rather put mudguard panels on - a matter of preference. The engine cover is a delicate task not only because of the shape, but also because it has to remain a compact shell, being able to open and close to reveal the engine bay. 

~April 2021

The first prototype did not really satisfy me, many body proporions seemed off. I finally realised that the blueprints I used were incorrect. After recalculating the proportions, it was time to work on a second version, also taking advantage of the new panels released in the 488 GTB set. Starting with a redesign of the nose, I soon realised I was heading in the right direction. The pictures below show some different and ultimately unsuccesful front fender ideas. 

 

~July 2021

Reworking the rear and a new engine cover design. I discarded my previous rear wing designs which, despite idential kinematics compared to the real car, ended up compromising the surrounding bodywork too much. 

 

~Oktober 2021

Finished the new front, rear and engine cover. The doors were also updated, and I opted to increase the wheelbase by a stud.

 

~January 2022

After some small chassis upgrades and refining some building techniques, a handful of new parts were released and I didn't hesitate to use them in the final prototype. The tapered panels allowed me to improve the engine cover and front wheelarches whereas a few 1x2 panels fitted nicely on the nose.

Despite all efforts I guess it's fair to say that the final car was compromised a bit by some silly mistakes and architectual choices I made at the beginning. For example, I think the car would have looked better on a narrower (29 studs) chassis compared to the final 31 stud chassis which my initial blueprint indicated. At some points in these projects, you reach a point of no return, where the cost of redesign becomes too much to be considered worthwhile. You always come up with new ideas, even if the car has been finished for months, but there has to be a point where you have to pull the plug and decide you are satisfied.  After nearly two years enough was enough, and I rather took all learned lessons with me a to a new, fresh project.

You can browse the full gallery with plenty of photos here: https://www.bricksafe.com/pages/T_Antonie/the-making-of-laferrari-moc-18-wip-photos#

I hope you enjoyed the read!

 

Edited November 4, 2023 by T Lego

[dustblue]

Amazing! I still have this set but didn't start to build it. Exterior has always been my weakness and I thought maybe I can learn something in your build. I see this project took years for you to finish,  May I ask how many hours in total did you put into the designing process? Just a rough estimation is fine:)

 

Also authorising CADA to make set of it is a good decision! They are much better than mould King regarding respect to original works. This Chinese company has the potential to challenge lego in the future.