I figured it would be nice to have a place to list interesting projects (T4R related) that people have done with 3D printed parts. 3D printers are getting cheaper, and design tools are getting better, and sometimes being able to make just the right part saves a headache.

If you have a project that you'd like to be listed here, just let me know. Bonus internet points for folks who post pictures, and extra bonus points for posting printer files!

Projects for All Gens or Accessories

• 4Runner Keychain designed and posted by @Airmapper , printer files available from link.
• High Lift Jack Handle Keeper designed and posted by @mccand , printer files attached to post.
• First Aid Kit Headrest Mount designed and posted by @Angry Shoe, printer files available from link.
• Your project could be here!

Projects for 5th Gens

• TRAIL Badge designed and posted by @Dan8588 , printer files available from link.
• Your project could be here!

Projects for 4th Gens

• Switch Panel for Sunglasses Holder designed and posted by @TiN, possibly available for purchase.
• Center Console Tissue Box Holder designed and posted by @TiN, possibly available for purchase
• Cupholder Insert designed and posted by @TiN, possibly available for purchase.
• Center Console Tray Insert designed and posted by @TiN, no files available at this time.
• Anytone Ham Radio mounting blocks designed and posted by @mccand , printer files attached to post (and instructions are further up the thread).
• Awning Mount for OEM Rail designed and posted by @svana , no files available at this time.
• Switch Plates designed and posted by @DarenS , no files available at this time.
• Retro Badges designed and posted by @MTD, possibly available for purchase.
• Your project could be here!

Projects for 3rd Gens

• SR5 Mudflaps and Flare End Caps designed and posted by @marcus clarkus , printer files attached to the post
• Power Outlet conversion for Rear Ashtray, designed and posted by @marcus clarkus , possibly available for purchase.
• Custom Snorkel designed and posted by @Bandit Runner , no files available at this time.
• Your project could be here!

Projects for 2nd Gens

• Your project could be the first one here!

Projects for 1st Gens

• Your project could be the first one here!

Future Projects
If you have an idea for a project, here's a place where you can solicit interest.

"I've got a printer and am not afraid to use it"
If you have a printer and are willing to help out other members, let me know and I'll list you here. If you are looking for help, feel free to contact a member from this list. Keep in mind that 3D printers take time and money to run, so you should generally expect to pay for printed parts.

• @mccand

Moved to OT.

Great thread idea!

I have tons of 3D printed parts on my truck.

Badges:


Front Bumper parts (not the fairlead):



Rear Bumper parts (The circular beveled piece for the light openings):


Snorkel:





Roof rack light mounts (Bracket on far left holding light):


Off Road Light guards:



Headlight filler panels:



Grille parts:



Switch Panels:



Projector Retrofit Headlight parts:




Hitch Plug:


Probably more, but that’s all I can think of right now.

@Bandit Runner - That's amazing! Extra Bonus Internet Points for you. Do you have any files or links that you want me to post? I was going to read through your build thread(s) but I have to get some work done today.

For “Future Projects,” how about the impossible-to-find-and-ridiculously-expensive-if-you-do 4th Gen Urban Runner radio trim? Looks much nicer than the aftermarket wings we’re stuck with when installing aftermarket HUs.

If someone takes it on, be aware that the measurements will be important as I’ve seen discussions about the UR trim being a bit too wide for non-UR 4Rs.

Daddy’s likes that snorkel, then realized you have a 3rd Gen


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I just made this one too:

a) spam above
b) I'm willing to print and prep stuff for folks, also interested in modeling/fabbing stuff for the harder to find pieces (aka that urban runner ring).

FYI, my printer's down right now due to upgrades. Working on building a 400mm^3 print area. Roughly 16" for us 'murricans lol.

Do we have any basic info on getting started with 3D printing, or a link to a good guide? I've always been interested but don't know a lot about it.
What's the best software to design parts?
What are the features to look for when shopping for a 3D printer? Any must-have features?

A good beginner 3D printer that is ready to go out of the box is the Monoprice mini Select Ver II



It's low priced and it is setup and pre-configured at the factory to it's almost ready to use. Just get yourself a couple of spools of filament and print.

As far as creating Tinkercad is a web based 3D building program that is easy to use and works pretty well. You have to think of a different way of building things. You use shapes like squares, ovals, triangles etc. to build then join them together. You can use negative shapes to take away space. The order you combine them will determine the final shape.

Then you export the file into a STL file. This is the 3D file.

Next you have to convert it into a gcode file that your particular printer can understand. Cura and Repetier are the most common. Once configured for your printer it will slice the STL file into layers that the printer can understand and save it as a gcode file.

I dont see teh rear insertst for teh 4th gen bumper lights. Ive been trying to get some of those.

i have file for 2 pieces i’d like to get 3d printed anyone able to help me out will gladly pay for materials and shipping

Just finished up the files for a Switch Pro 9100 Case. Let me know what you think.

Switch Pro 9100 Carry Case by Printcrazie - Thingiverse

Attached Images

     

Can't believe I'm just seeing this thread now, but I'm currently making (and selling) custom-engraved shift knobs.
I'm also selling combo kits with transfer case knobs for those who have manual TC's. Pictures of all these products are on the site via my signature, but here's a couple below as well:

Have had my printer a little over a week and after getting it dialed in I finally designed a few of my own pieces. If anyone wants files shoot me a message.

Keychain was originally designed to be double sided but had adhesion/support issues with such a thin print and multiple filament swaps so for now they remain just one sided.

For badges I used a text file called Aggie Normal Regular to mimic the TRD font. Running it in Bold help print just right IMO.

Have a background in steel and tower design so Im Running Solidworks to generate .stl. Used cura to slice and printed on an Ender 3 Pro that still has some kinks to work out. So far really impressed with the machine but adhesion is still a mystery to me...

Attached Images