CNC machined mini V8 inspired by the LS3 engine block. Offered in blasted aluminum and stone washed patina lead free brass. A great trinket for any automotive enthusiast whether on a desk, or on a Christmas tree!
The mini V8 engine block is back with an upgraded design, more alloys, and more finishes!
This mini V8 is based off the the LS3 engine block. But miniature! This time around I really wanted to make some out of a red metal, I made a brass one a long time ago and enjoy looking at it and felt others would feel the same. In addition, chamfers are machined on all edges and these are finished in a blasted look much like the real casted blocks.
Note* This can be used as a keychain but due to the geometry and material it is not recommended. It does function nicely as a rear view mirror ornament, small gift, or nice decoration for a desk. It's just a really cool miniature to have.
Unlike traditional engine blocks which are cast, this tiny engine block is machined from billet aluminum rod on an advanced CNC mill-turn. I basically scaled down the V8 engine block pen holder model, modified it a bit to function as an ornament, then spent many hours programming the toolpaths in my computer aided manufacturing software, and finally tooled up the machine and cut some metal!
The second operation is done on my CNC mill. Then each is blasted and forced patina/hand sanded based on the finish desired.
November 2024 - Updated the design to include chamfers all around, large corner chamfers, ornament configuration, and reprogram the massive number of tool paths for the complicated CNC mill-turn machine that these will be made on.
July 2025 - Prototype aluminum and brass versions. Take photos, slowly build project and dial in finishes.
September 2025 - Create project (photos, videos, info, etc). Launch project. Begin production.
October - November 2025 - Continue production, begin fulfillment. I like to keep my projects short and sweet so it will probably wrap up by end of November, in time for Christmas!
