3d making obsolete parts, my project

Post by **Avidrider62** » Sun Mar 14, 2021 1:31 pm

I'm working on making obsolete parts. Software, learning curve, 3d printer are in my works. I'd have to back engineering the products. I have the radio cover, maybe this fall I can get the plate it attaches to from someone who can't ride in the winter. In exchange, give 2 remade ones to that person. Also, I'll need to see what else is in high demand that needs to be remade.

Post by **cushman eagle** » Sun Mar 14, 2021 9:20 pm

Hey,Avidrider62,I like that option to find parts that are made out of unobtanium

Keep us posted on how it is working out!

Post by **Avidrider62** » Sun Mar 14, 2021 9:22 pm

Ok, thinking it'll be late summer. The 3d printer and learning curve and I still work all day. I\ll need some input on other items to redo

Post by **Nails** » Sun Mar 14, 2021 11:29 pm

What materials are you limited to using?

Post by **GrandpaDenny** » Mon Mar 15, 2021 1:32 am

suggestion for what is probably the most requested unobtainable item (from my own experience) - left saddlebag lid

Post by **mayhem8** » Thu Mar 18, 2021 7:52 pm

My son-in-law has been doing 3d printing. The printers are capable of printing ABS plastic, but I believe he said it would require a temp controlled room to print it in.

I think he uses something called PLA plastic. It could work as well but it may take a bit of sanding/bondo and of course paint to get the way you want. The amount of labor alone may make it cost prohibitive vs finding something on EBay.

Post by **VoyKimmer** » Thu Mar 18, 2021 9:25 pm

I didn’t see any pics. Just a cartoon caricature named tiny pic .

Post by **Nails** » Thu Mar 18, 2021 10:30 pm

That's just in his signature. I'm curious to see whether this leads to anything tangible.

Post by **Avidrider62** » Sun Mar 21, 2021 10:11 pm

Saddlebag lid would take a large printer or rather fiberglass mold. PLA is a corn based material, will not hold up as a saddlebag lid. ABS is usable material in 3d print.Ya, be easier to find one and repaint it. My signature is gone because I removed tiny pics link . I'm first upgrading my pc to handle rendering (3d imaging).

Post by **Avidrider62** » Sun Dec 05, 2021 7:18 pm

Ok, been awhile. Too many other things had to get done in my life before I invested/researched into the molding process materials/equipment. So, between vacuum pump, pressure pot ( 5 gal size each), materials/equipment, it would exceed my profit on these items. I did however cleaned up 2 lower red lenses, came out very good. Available if anyone is interested.

Post by **Heavy Armor** » Tue Jan 18, 2022 4:26 am

I have an Anycubic Mega X, which has a 12" build plate. If anyone has a piece they need and they can dig up a 3D model of, I can give it a shot. Unfortunately I can't make my own models yet.... I just borrow models off Thingiverse mostly.

Post by **hissondk** » Sat Jul 30, 2022 1:40 pm

A front fender extension would be a great item to print. I am looking for one!

Post by **ghostler** » Sun Jul 31, 2022 4:17 am

For what it is worth, perhaps someone with wood working ability might be able to come up with something satisfactory. It may not look 100% factory, but at least functional and original. Well sealed wood properly primed paints as well as any surface.

Post by **Heavy Armor** » Mon Aug 01, 2022 4:20 am

hissondk wrote: ↑Sat Jul 30, 2022 1:40 pm A front fender extension would be a great item to print. I am looking for one!

Is this an existing accessory, or just something you're interested in? Also... what would a fender extension be good for? It's it just a decorative thing?

Post by **Jeff Gordon** » Fri Aug 05, 2022 12:46 am

I would like someone to print the rear trunk sliders.

Post by **GrandpaDenny** » Sat Aug 06, 2022 9:29 am

Gene ekap1200 makes stainless steel replacements. I just bolted my trunk down without spacers. So it doesn't slide, so what LOL

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