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[BenCC]

I have a 98 but those could possibly work. Its worth 27.00 to find out.

Master window switch bezel trim

Like everyone else the master window switch bezel trim on my 98' LC-100 is shot—the plastic retaining clips are busted. ... The used parts are $$$ and in real poor condition. I know the OEM part is discontinued for 1998-2002 model years, however I have seen lots of '03-'07 OEM parts available...

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[Kmonty66]

Master window switch bezel trim

Like everyone else the master window switch bezel trim on my 98' LC-100 is shot—the plastic retaining clips are busted. ... The used parts are $$$ and in real poor condition. I know the OEM part is discontinued for 1998-2002 model years, however I have seen lots of '03-'07 OEM parts available...

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Nice! Ugly job, but hey it works!

 

[BenCC]

Progress on the 6-Switch Mount. Details are in the thread Make 4 on page 1.

 

[87warrior]

Progress on the 6-Switch Mount. Details are in the thread Make 4 on page 1.

Make 4 is why I am following this thread. Something like this would really organize my console. Thanks for the update.

 

[cj10]

I know nothing about 3D printing so just out of curiosity how much time goes into producing parts like you are coming up with. Like design hours and how long does it take to print. Thank you for everything you are doing

 

[BenCC]

I know nothing about 3D printing so just out of curiosity how much time goes into producing parts like you are coming up with. Like design hours and how long does it take to print. Thank you for everything you are doing

The time spent on modeling, making the digital model, depends on the complexity of the project. The most difficult part of Make 4 is to match the curved surface with the factory console, which requires extensive measurement work. This work has already been done in Make 1. Make 4 is modified based on Make 1. Then the process is like, print - measure the deviation - modify CAD. This can be multiple iterations. For Make 1, my estimate is 40-100 hours on measurement and modeling.
Print time also depends on the complexity of the project and the performance of the printer. For Make 4, print takes about 14 hours.
Feel free to ask questions. And comments are welcomed.

 

[suprarx7nut]

The time spent on modeling, making the digital model, depends on the complexity of the project. The most difficult part of Make 4 is to match the curved surface with the factory console, which requires extensive measurement work. This work has already been done in Make 1. Make 4 is modified based on Make 1. Then the process is like, print - measure the deviation - modify CAD. This can be multiple iterations. For Make 1, my estimate is 40-100 hours on measurement and modeling.
Print time also depends on the complexity of the project and the performance of the printer. For Make 4, print takes about 14 hours.
Feel free to ask questions. And comments are welcomed.

And that right there is why when you purchase a niche product like these sorts of things, you should be paying far more than the material cost. I think the design time that goes into simple, small parts would boggle most people's mind. Especially if there's an organic contour. Like you said, lots and lots of measurements.

 

[Otter]

And that right there is why when you purchase a niche product like these sorts of things, you should be paying far more than the material cost. I think the design time that goes into simple, small parts would boggle most people's mind. Especially if there's an organic contour. Like you said, lots and lots of measurements.

I've seen plenty of complaints on Mud about how much sellers are charging for their products.

"But I could buy those same materials for less than a third of what you're charging!"

The seller's time in development and production rarely gets acknowledged.

 

[CanadianRockyCruiser]

A 3D scanner is a great place to start, if you have an existing part that you intend to modify. Still requires design work and iteration to perfect, but I've had success with using 3D scanners as a starting point on some custom motorcycle part fabrication for 3d prints. Fun stuff, but really time consuming, depending on the nature of modifications and desired final product.

 

[BenCC]

I've seen plenty of complaints on Mud about how much sellers are charging for their products.

"But I could buy those same materials for less than a third of what you're charging!"

The seller's time in development and production rarely gets acknowledged.

Totally agreed.
But only interest leads to bargaining. Anyone who is complaining on the price is a potential customer.

 

[BenCC]

A 3D scanner is a great place to start, if you have an existing part that you intend to modify. Still requires design work and iteration to perfect, but I've had success with using 3D scanners as a starting point on some custom motorcycle part fabrication for 3d prints. Fun stuff, but really time consuming, depending on the nature of modifications and desired final product.

I tried to use a scanner which only gives me point cloud, which I don’t like and barely help the prototype development. Is your scanner givng you point cloud or stl file?

 

[CanadianRockyCruiser]

I tried to use a scanner which only gives me point cloud, which I don’t like and barely help the prototype development. Is your scanner going you point cloud or stl file?

When I was working on a few parts for old custom bike bits, we were scanning to STL files at very high resolution. The CAD files still required a good amount of manipulation, but it made for a great starting point. I had support from a friend who has a whole lot more CAD and 3d printing experience, which definitely helped me. Fun stuff! Wish I had more time for design work...possibilities are endless.

 

[eurodre]

this is great. def following and going to think of ideas to throw out there too

 

[takeachance]

Looks super cool brother. Awesome stuff! Thanks Ben

 

[BenCC]

Good to know. The original becomes very fragile after drilling and will eventually crack. This was my experience anyway.

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I found this OEM panel today. Let me know if you want it. Pay me $7.50 USPS priority shipping, it is yours.

 

[BenCC]

Made the mount in orange per buyer's request.

 

[jtb517]

I like the 6 switch panel a lot, but where will I put my scanguage?

Would be cool to see an alternate mounting location for either. Ash tray location? Rearranging stock panel by the left knee? Additional panel added somewhere?

 

[BenCC]

I like the 6 switch panel a lot, but where will I put my scanguage?

Would be cool to see an alternate mounting location for either. Ash tray location? Rearranging stock panel by the left knee? Additional panel added somewhere?

A combo mount?

 

[BenCC]

A render with switches in place.

 

[anhizer]

Loving the progress on this.