Nice! how do you handle warping? feels like whatever I do like 50-52C chamber temp, glue stick...nothing helps and some level of warping is always there.
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Would you be willing to share the file for the center cap camera cover? I have the method 703s and was looking for something for the spare too.There was a company called Wits' End that made an aluminum plug (or pacifier as they called it) for the ARB coupling. The company shut down so I had been trying to find a similar product that I liked that wasn't overly priced. Well I found two companies that make them and sell them pretty cheap, but they are located in Australia and the shipping cost more than the plugs. Anyways, after trying to find them from a distributor or some other source I stumbled across the STL file for them.
I had my brother in law print it up for me and the fit/function of them is great. Looks factory, fits snug and goes in/out very easily. It has a hole on one side so you can attach a tether to it, but I don't believe I will want to have one so I already altered the drawing to eliminate the hole.
I also took the spare center cap design that @hey_mikey_ previously posted in this thread. I modified it slightly so it would sit tighter to the camera housing. It still needs an adjustment as there is a slight gap still which allows the cap to spin a little bit. Other than that the center cap goes on easily and I can pull it off with my fingers before removing the spare tire. I had previously modified my 5th Method center cap to do the same, but I ended up leaving it on top of my tire and drove off without it. The Method center cap held on stronger, but the only way for me to remove it (without additional tools) was to take the tire off and push it from the inside out.
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/covered-the-void-around-camera.79597/
I actually had most luck with no Glue for ASA but default parameters honestly I added a raft to one part the big pocket but I’m hoping I can not do that if I reprint
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Great job! I started a project like this, but could not figure out a way to split it up to be able to print it on my X1C. So, I bought a front set. Are you planning on designing pockets for the rear doors too?
Probably will although they’re not as needed for me at the moment. But I should now so I can keep consistency in the design/material
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My brother in law purchased his 4th printer and needed to make some space. So I am now the proud owner of a Creality K1 Max. Still working out the details on it and figuring out a few things. I was able to print up some mounts for my ARB compressor coupler and ARB switch. The compressor is mounted in the DV8 cargo box, which is located and accessible under my BA Offroad Traildeck. Everything was a little tight and I would have preferred to keep the switch and coupler right next to each other. I am going to make a few minor changes and try printing them again. However, I am very happy with the end result.
I am fairly decent with the design/drafting aspect, but I am still trying to figure everything out with the splicing software (I'm using Creality Print). I was hoping to be able to reinforce the bolt holes with some extra support, but couldn't really figure that out with the software unless I made the entire piece 100% solid.
I am most likely going to end up using send-cut-send and have the final pieces made out of metal. The pieces will end up being smaller as I won't be needing any of the additional support gussets I included in the 3d print. But it was very cool to design these and print to confirm fitment/functionality.
I am fairly decent with the design/drafting aspect, but I am still trying to figure everything out with the splicing software (I'm using Creality Print). I was hoping to be able to reinforce the bolt holes with some extra support, but couldn't really figure that out with the software unless I made the entire piece 100% solid.
I am most likely going to end up using send-cut-send and have the final pieces made out of metal. The pieces will end up being smaller as I won't be needing any of the additional support gussets I included in the 3d print. But it was very cool to design these and print to confirm fitment/functionality.
The original file was posted earlier in the this thread by @hey_mikey_, you can find his STL file there.
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/thre...nts-for-bronco-enthusiasts.55405/post-2325191
I modified it slightly so it would sit tighter to the camera housing. I had to make a revision so it would sit even tighter (still could rotate some), but I haven't reprinted it yet after revisions to confirm the fitment. If you're interested in that file I have no problem posting it after it is complete.
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I printed 2 of the pieces over the weekend, and haven't got around to the 3rd piece, been kind of lazy. But wanted to ask, what size m4 screws did you use? 8mm? (5/16" lg.)? Kind of shows how lazy I am, I haven't taken the time to measure the depth of the hole. By the time I get home tonight will probably have already forgotten to measure.
In case this helps, I lacked any of the proper screws at the time, but happened to have some 3M vhb laying around. I double sticked both parts together, and they appear to be working just fine.
Also printed in PETG, and that holds up pretty well here in Arizona in the heat for anyone curious.
My printer is just slightly under on volume to be able to print the bottom pocket withpout some voodoo in the print layout, but I'll see how that goes on the bigger ones I've got at work.
Seriously, @ejedmo5 , great job on these, when all is said and done lemme buy you a sixer or a coffee
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VHB not bad for a temporary fix. Though I've had rotten luck with double sided tape in the past. Thanks for the tip though.In case this helps, I lacked any of the proper screws at the time, but happened to have some 3M vhb laying around. I double sticked both parts together, and they appear to be working just fine.
Also printed in PETG, and that holds up pretty well here in Arizona in the heat for anyone curious.
My printer is just slightly under on volume to be able to print the bottom pocket withpout some voodoo in the print layout, but I'll see how that goes on the bigger ones I've got at work.
Seriously, @ejedmo5 , great job on these, when all is said and done lemme buy you a sixer or a coffee
I printed mine in ABS. Have both that and ASA laying around. I will say I have printed other parts in PETG CF and so far they've done just fine in the heat.
Probably about that size anyway m4x6 or m4x8 counter sunk will be fine I just grabbed random screws from the bin at work. Glad you all are liking them if you have any suggestions or tweaks let me know. I kinda wanted the top to be 2 pieces for modularity incase I want the pocket to hold something specific.
PETG will probably be fine just could get brittle over time with UV
I just looked at the rear panels and you'd have to take the whole door panel out and they're plastic welded so you have to drill those out, which is more than I'm willing to do. I will do the passenger side today probably and correct all the text / logos
My kids asked me from the backseat the other day when they get cup holders and I told them they can have them when they:
- stop spilling everything
- drill everything out and alter the door cards
- pay taxes.
They didn't appreciate my humor.
