3D Printing Parts for the 80

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I just painted my valve cover, and decided to design/print some simple plugs to cover up all the holes in the valve cover while painting. No more laying down tape and trying to carefully cut around things! Just throw these plugs in and you're good to go.
Here's the print: 1FZ-FE Valve Cover Bolt Plugs (80 Series Land Cruiser) by godfatherofpancakes | Download free STL model | Printables.com - https://www.printables.com/model/1103083-1fz-fe-valve-cover-bolt-plugs-80-series-land-cruis

This will plug up every hole in the cover with the exception of the PVC grommet and the other oil grommet thing. So that includes:
  1. Plugs for all 13 bolt holes
  2. Oil cap plug
  3. 6 spark plug tube plugs
  4. 6 plugs for the plastic cover bolt holes
I printed this out of TPU and oversized the plugs just a hair, so they're a nice snug fit and won't move around or fall out as you handle the valve cover.
 
I am not a fan of RAM Mounts arms even though I use them I just find them to be wobbly. I despise suction cups to the windshield with every fiber of my being.

I'd like to have something similar to this for the pillar on both my 80 and 100. The ball at the end should be the appropriate size needed to attach to an actual phone mount that would go to it.

This angle isn't what I'm after, just the idea of having something fixed similar to how this one attaches to the handle on the pillar.

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glinskonian said:
I just painted my valve cover, and decided to design/print some simple plugs to cover up all the holes in the valve cover while painting. No more laying down tape and trying to carefully cut around things! Just throw these plugs in and you're good to go.
Here's the print: 1FZ-FE Valve Cover Bolt Plugs (80 Series Land Cruiser) by godfatherofpancakes | Download free STL model | Printables.com - https://www.printables.com/model/1103083-1fz-fe-valve-cover-bolt-plugs-80-series-land-cruis

This will plug up every hole in the cover with the exception of the PVC grommet and the other oil grommet thing. So that includes:
  1. Plugs for all 13 bolt holes
  2. Oil cap plug
  3. 6 spark plug tube plugs
  4. 6 plugs for the plastic cover bolt holes
I printed this out of TPU and oversized the plugs just a hair, so they're a nice snug fit and won't move around or fall out as you handle the valve cover.
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Dparo said:
I am not a fan of RAM Mounts arms even though I use them I just find them to be wobbly. I despise suction cups to the windshield with every fiber of my being.

I'd like to have something similar to this for the pillar on both my 80 and 100. The ball at the end should be the appropriate size needed to attach to an actual phone mount that would go to it.

This angle isn't what I'm after, just the idea of having something fixed similar to how this one attaches to the handle on the pillar.

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can you please post a link to this mount?

Thanks
 
Darkstar909 said:
Appreciate the design and upload! Im just wondering if you've tried this over rough terrain? I printed one out as Ive also been looking for somewhere to mount my UV5R. It seems to stick out quite far from the dash and wondering if the weight of the baofeng will be too much for it. I am thinking specifically the legs that go into the dash wont be enough to hold it in place over bumpy roads. Ill give it a test myself but wont be able to get out until a couple weeks from now. Anyways, thanks again for sharing :)
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I've driven through some washboard and did a easy/moderate trail without issue. It is a pretty snug fit so I think it will be ok? Time will tell...

What filament did you print it with? The ABS-GF I used seems to be pretty stout. I think I did 5 layers for the walls IIRC.
 
A couple of questions if someone wouldn't mind helping me out with some info.
My friend at work was making my odd and end 3d parts. He's moved away and I decided to jump down the 3D printer rabbit hole. (like I need another hobby).
Any advice on what to get or stay away from. Also preferred material for outdoor use.

Thanks
 
Outsane said:
The power in 3d printing is being able to design your own parts and innovate.

Bambu labs are pretty easy to use these days. Lots of you tube university.
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Absolutely. I dipped my toe a few years back and found printing to be more trouble than it was worth to me at the time. Bambu fixed that. If you're more interested in making parts than diagnosing failures, it's the way to go... though I think some of the other companies are starting to catch up again.

As a bonus, making the printing easy enough has finally inspired me to put effort into learning CAD. Incidentally, FreeCAD has finally turned the corner and is actually pretty usable finally. It's still not as polished as some of the commercial options, but you don't have to play games with their subscription services or pricing plans that are designed for commercial users... I played around with a few things and decided the learning curve was going to be crazy steep on anything, so why not invest the effort into something that will always be free.
 
thank you. I'm refreshing myself with fusion again so, cad software is good. I like the features on the P1S from bambu labs....and its on sale.
 
smritte said:
thank you. I'm refreshing myself with fusion again so, cad software is good. I like the features on the P1S from bambu labs....and its on sale.
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Yeah, don't get me wrong, FreeCAD isn't quite to the point where I'd say that the price is worth learning something new if you're already pretty familiar with another one. If you're effectively starting from nothing like I was though...
 
smritte said:
thank you. I'm refreshing myself with fusion again so, cad software is good. I like the features on the P1S from bambu labs....and its on sale.
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P1S is a great printer. Prusa printers are known for reliability but have fallen behind somewhat in recent years in fancy tech features.
Check your local classifieds as well, lots of people selling good printers at great prices. Far as materials PLA can be used but is prone to warping and can be pretty brittle. PETG has a higher melting point, and is stronger than PLA, and is probably the best material for most things you will print for your 80.
 
smritte said:
thank you. I'm refreshing myself with fusion again so, cad software is good. I like the features on the P1S from bambu labs....and its on sale.
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There are so many options, but the key part is in learning how to design. I would start small. Make sure your printer has a good heated print plate. Bambu, Prusa and Creality all have very good entry level printers.

Our introductory engineering class starts students off with TinkerCAD to learn how to design simple projects. It is simple to learn and good for simple designs like custom faceplates or speaker spacers. You will quickly outgrow it, but it gets you printing your own stuff faster. Solidworks is the gold standard, but really expensive. Onshape is the free version of Solidworks and will do 90% of what you will ever want to do. There is a learning curve to using both.

We use Cura for slicing and it works well.

Once you decide this is a new hobby, then invest in better printers.
 
NelsonCruiser said:
P1S is a great printer. Prusa printers are known for reliability but have fallen behind somewhat in recent years in fancy tech features.
Check your local classifieds as well, lots of people selling good printers at great prices. Far as materials PLA can be used but is prone to warping and can be pretty brittle. PETG has a higher melting point, and is stronger than PLA, and is probably the best material for most things you will print for your 80.
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I agree, focus on using PLA since it is cheap and has low emissions. Perfect for prototyping.
 
Has anyone used Rhino 3d? Thoughts/opinions?
 
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