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[82SC]

On board air in OZ makes them. They have a cad file for a LHD version. Just never thought they’d sell enough.

Asked for a run of 100. But never heard back.

 

[linuxgod]

On board air in OZ makes them. They have a cad file for a LHD version. Just never thought they’d sell enough.

Asked for a run of 100. But never heard back.

If you mirrored the panel for LHD I think the AOB panel will work I think with the 2008-2011 LC, but the 2013+ has a different mirror button layout that won't work.

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[Julian73]

This will not work on LHD models, while the switch position os minor the panel edges are not symmetric, the insert panel has a lip that must fit under the larger panel towards the steering wheel.

 

[linuxgod]

This will not work on LHD models, while the switch position os minor the panel edges are not symmetric, the insert panel has a lip that must fit under the larger panel towards the steering wheel.

quit spoiling my dreams, man!

Good to know though, thanks

 

[LC Mike]

Just sent On Board an email at on.board.air.usa@gmail.com saying they should make one that works for us. Maybe if they get enough input they will respond.

 

[82SC]

This is who responded to my request


Craig Pattison <on.board.air.usa@gmail.com>
Wed 10/13/2021 4:35 PM


No we won't make it for the right side as the need for this is very limited compared to the Australian market

 

[linuxgod]

One of these days I'm going to read up on what tools are required to laser scan this kind of stuff and then 3D print it. I feel as if I could scan the LHD one as a template and then edit it I could design and print something that would probably work.

 

[82SC]

they sent me a screen shot showing they already had the 3D image file....doubt they would share but it doesn't hurt to ask

 

[Julian73]

Just sent On Board an email at on.board.air.usa@gmail.com saying they should make one that works for us. Maybe if they get enough input they will respond.

All they have to do is mirror the data file (and make a new mold).

 

[LC Mike]

Got his reply from on.board.air.usa@gmail.com
"Sorry the market would not be big enough to cover the tooling cost and product cost to produce these, Thanks John"

 

[82SC]

Anyone have a 3D printer?

 

[Julian73]

All they have to do is mirror the data file (and make a new mold).

Molds for plastic injection requiring a finished (show) surface are Very expensive.

 

[82SC]

I think a lot of us would settle for a 3D printed one even if it doesn’t look OEM. Wonder if I can just modify it to fit by cutting some of the flanges
It could look almost symmetrical.

 

[bemerritt]

I’ve been thinking of tackling this. Have a 3D printer, need more slots. My other thought is taking the version posted above that is meant for the switch pros and print an insert for that.

 

[82SC]

This will not work on LHD models, while the switch position os minor the panel edges are not symmetric, the insert panel has a lip that must fit under the larger panel towards the steering wheel.

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I just ordered one from gear electric Australia which is cheaper then air onboard USA.

I’m gonna if I can trim the tabs to make it fit.

 

[alwaysme]

ive had this part for a while and only found out it was side specific when i got it. If you guys are interested, I can have a go at trimming and see what that yields

 

[82SC]

Mine is on my way but would love to see what you can do with it.

 

[alwaysme]

so it works, there is a slight poke though (I used a dremel to shave the plastic)

The fitment I would say is 95% , many of you won't care and Im glad i have 3 blanks I can use now

 

[linuxgod]

so it works, there is a slight poke though (I used a dremel to shave the plastic)

The fitment I would say is 95% , many of you won't care and Im glad i have 3 blanks I can use now

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What year is your vehicle?

Is the mirror-retract a normal button? I feel like the mirror control dimensions in the one shown are different than my 2013.

 

[82SC]

I just did my OZ switch panel install.
You have to trim the parts sticking out to make it match the US version. And trim the bottom flange so it fits the rest of the dash.

A great tool for this job is a flush cut saw. I was gonna use a dremel but worried about melting and a wandering line. The flush cut saw made laser straight lines.

Also if you want to avoid the protrusion that @alwaysme has you have to trim the edges to the same thickness and carry that cut around the bottom corner to the flange mentioned above. With the above mentioned cuts it’s 99% flush fit like OEM. I think there are some subtle variations that make it not perfect but no one will be the wiser.

Was gonna take pics but couldn’t find my phone til after install. I’ll take some pics in the future.