CAD software. Outa left field.... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jayharrell · 04-22-2008, 12:51 AM

From time to time i see some guys posting cad renderings of parts.

I've got an idea for a couple of things i'd like to mock up 3d style.

I was wondering what programs are out there. I've seen a couple free 3d programs at download. .

Whats are you guys using. Whats more user friendly, low cost, or free?

I took 2 years of AutoCad 3 back in highschool. So i'm somewhat familiar with using it. But $1600 seems to be alot for jus a couple things.

I've been looking at Cadopia. Seems i can get a trial and still knock out what i need.

This is way off from rockers, dizzy timing, and new wheels. Sorry to intrude.

TTT

**Palf70Step** · 04-22-2008, 04:05 AM

I used TurboCad for years and still have an older version floating around. I think the latest version is in the 75-100 range.

You can probably google "free cad software" and find a few things, although most will probably be a trial version.

Super-Dave · 04-22-2008, 04:40 AM

I have AutoCad 2005, I took a year of class to figure it out.

72 Cheyenne402 · 04-22-2008, 04:56 AM

I have been using AutoCAD for work and home project for over 13 years I started on Acad 12 and now I am using AutoCAD 2008 MEP & Revit MEP at work.

Mint68 · 04-22-2008, 05:53 AM

I'm using solid works and I think it is pretty easy, not that big of a step from autocad. I think it is a lot more powerful than autocad.

rlb67 · 04-22-2008, 02:25 PM

SolidWorks is the way to go. It has a tutorial that will teach you what you need know in about a week or two. I have been using it for about 2 1/2 years and have used Pro-E and AutoCad. SolidWorks is the easiest to learn than any of them. If you know someone in college, you may get them to purchase a student edition. The price of student editions are usually around 100 to 200 dollars.

67c-10Texas · 04-22-2008, 03:57 PM

agree with solidworks.

i use ACAD, solidworks, and MasterCAM for programing CNC

Fred T · 04-22-2008, 04:43 PM

I've been using TurboCad.

A friend recently started using Sketch Up, which looks pretty good. And it's freeware.
http://sketchup.google.com/product/gsu.html

jayharrell · 04-22-2008, 07:06 PM

i gathered up autocad and that google scetch. I'm going to see if i can track down Solidworks. Solid looks great from the website.

Thanks for the info guys

04-22-2008, 12:51 AM	#1
jayharrell Gettin By on Gettin By Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cedar Creek, Tx Posts: 1,033	CAD software. Outa left field.... From time to time i see some guys posting cad renderings of parts. I've got an idea for a couple of things i'd like to mock up 3d style. I was wondering what programs are out there. I've seen a couple free 3d programs at download. . Whats are you guys using. Whats more user friendly, low cost, or free? I took 2 years of AutoCad 3 back in highschool. So i'm somewhat familiar with using it. But $1600 seems to be alot for jus a couple things. I've been looking at Cadopia. Seems i can get a trial and still knock out what i need. This is way off from rockers, dizzy timing, and new wheels. Sorry to intrude. TTT __________________ 69 CST10 LWB 455 Buick 00 S10 2.2 Vin5 76 GL1000 Naked 1bl VW carb "Adios to all the concrete; Gonna get me some dirt road back streets"

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Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Re: CAD software. Outa left field.... I used TurboCad for years and still have an older version floating around. I think the latest version is in the 75-100 range. You can probably google "free cad software" and find a few things, although most will probably be a trial version. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God! Last edited by Palf70Step; 04-22-2008 at 04:45 AM.

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Super-Dave Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Lompoc, Ca Posts: 128	Re: CAD software. Outa left field.... I have AutoCad 2005, I took a year of class to figure it out.

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72 Cheyenne402 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 581	Re: CAD software. Outa left field.... I have been using AutoCAD for work and home project for over 13 years I started on Acad 12 and now I am using AutoCAD 2008 MEP & Revit MEP at work. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne 402 LWB 2005 Silverado X-Cab 5.3L 2004 John Deere L120 20HP B&S Last edited by 72 Cheyenne402; 04-22-2008 at 04:57 AM.

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Mint68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 762	Re: CAD software. Outa left field.... I'm using solid works and I think it is pretty easy, not that big of a step from autocad. I think it is a lot more powerful than autocad.

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rlb67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Brighton, TN Posts: 42	Re: CAD software. Outa left field.... SolidWorks is the way to go. It has a tutorial that will teach you what you need know in about a week or two. I have been using it for about 2 1/2 years and have used Pro-E and AutoCad. SolidWorks is the easiest to learn than any of them. If you know someone in college, you may get them to purchase a student edition. The price of student editions are usually around 100 to 200 dollars. __________________ Randy, West TN 67 Fleetside SWB L6 3 speed on column 84 Feetside SWB L6 3 speed on column yes, I like column shifts 99 Dodge 4X4 Ext. Cab

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67c-10Texas Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 259	Re: CAD software. Outa left field.... agree with solidworks. i use ACAD, solidworks, and MasterCAM for programing CNC

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Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Re: CAD software. Outa left field.... I've been using TurboCad. A friend recently started using Sketch Up, which looks pretty good. And it's freeware. http://sketchup.google.com/product/gsu.html __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

04-22-2008, 07:06 PM	#9
jayharrell Gettin By on Gettin By Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cedar Creek, Tx Posts: 1,033	Re: CAD software. Outa left field.... i gathered up autocad and that google scetch. I'm going to see if i can track down Solidworks. Solid looks great from the website. Thanks for the info guys __________________ 69 CST10 LWB 455 Buick 00 S10 2.2 Vin5 76 GL1000 Naked 1bl VW carb "Adios to all the concrete; Gonna get me some dirt road back streets"

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