Ford Flat Head V8 Engine Control Box

After I started to build the Ford Flathead V8 that Eric Harrell designed, and kindly made available to us, I decided I wanted a control box that matched the quality and detail of Eric’s engine. So I came up with this design that mimics the Exide batteries that I remember as a kid. I wanted something that was clean looking, yet allowed for the control of the V8 engine.

I realize that this design isn’t for everyone, but I wanted to offer it to anyone that is as anal as I am about the details.

Printing this requires multiple steps and some gluing to complete the assembly. I did this for 2 reasons. First, it allowed me to print the parts so that they can be assembled in steps for a better fit. And second, it allowed me to enhance the printing by having different pieces printed in a contrasting, and more realistic color. For instance, I decided to have the cell caps yellow. Instead of having to paint them later, I just need to glue the yellow caps in place. The front and back side pa