3D printed outlet cover - Convert rear ashtray to 12V/USB outlets

[phattyduck]

I ordered this so I would need some resistance (Jedi pun:lightsaber either from cap's or a transformer like the previous links. If you have a better product recommendation I would love to hear it!

The product description shows that it has built-in 5V regulators. You should be fine. Its actually a 12 outlet with a dual 5V plug included...

-Charlie

 

[xcmtb83]

Cool idea! I reckon I would buy one but the youngins gotta ash somewhere. The oldest ain't able to ash out the window yet without her booster seat!

 

[criera]

PM sent, can't wait to install.

Thanks
Chris

 

[marcus clarkus]

More parts arrived today....



..but the two-hole design is already sold out! Lots of people paid in advance this part and I suggest you do the same if you want one. I have a few of the one-hole and no-hole parts on hand too, ready to ship (see 1st post, I just updated it). I'm going to place an order for 10 or 15 of the two-hole parts tonight.

In other news, I successfully printed my compact mudflap design. Sorry for the crappy pics - you can click on them to view them larger, but they still suck because of the lighting. The print took about 23 hours on a Makerbot Replicator 2X using ABS filament. I still have to check the fit and then if all is well I'll print the left side. Then I'll need to sand, prime, sand, and paint them.



OEM SR5 mudflap on top (white powder was applied to help with the 3D scanning process) and my compact design is on the bottom:

 

[nopnotme]

They came out perfect [OP] just waiting for my wire kits to get in.. more to come. ty again.

 

[marcus clarkus]

Nice! Those circles are nice, you have the backlash dialed in on that machine.

 

[nopnotme]

I agree, they came out really nice. Now I'm looking forward to more; I saw in this thread the demand for the mud flaps so I started modeling one. I hate the gap after removing my running boards. + I saw you already had recently printed some demos out. How did they turn out/fit? I was thinking the same but a tad lower and filling them with maybe epoxy/fiberglass for strength. Thoughts?

 

[marcus clarkus]

I agree, they came out really nice. Now I'm looking forward to more; I saw in this thread the demand for the mud flaps so I started modeling one. I hate the gap after removing my running boards. + I saw you already had recently printed some demos out. How did they turn out/fit? I was thinking the same but a tad lower and filling them with maybe epoxy/fiberglass for strength. Thoughts?

I still haven't had time to bolt them on and see if I need to modify the file at all, but my first impression is that are good to go.

I had a long discussion with a coworker yesterday about how to finish them. He mentioned coating it with plastic epoxy and I think Smooth-On makes a product for coating 3D printed parts, but I'm not sure how durable /flexible it it. Eventually, our conversation evolved into different ways I could produce small batches of these (3D printing or CNCing a mold and casting with urethane; making a mold from the 3D printed part and casting with urethane; using one of our high-quality but cheap chinese suppliers to urethane mold batches of parts based on my CAD files). Even if there is the demand, I just don't know if I want to invest that much time/money into this project, just to make a small profit (definitely not enough to cover my time, if I'm looking at it that way).

My other idea is to just release the CAD files for free and have an option to send me a donation to help cover my expenses. I also want to provide people with a list of options for where they can get the file printed.

What printer are you using? What's the max build volume?

 

[eanema]

OP, I would love to buy a set of mud flaps from you. Of course I realize that your time is worth $$$ and you've already spent some cash to scan the original plus your time to design them. I would throw some money in the hat if you would release the CAD files. I believe I could get the mechanical guys at work to print out a set for me... Maybe if I ask nice and offer booze?

 

[NachoPitt]

I still haven't had time to bolt them on and see if I need to modify the file at all, but my first impression is that are good to go.

I had a long discussion with a coworker yesterday about how to finish them. He mentioned coating it with plastic epoxy and I think Smooth-On makes a product for coating 3D printed parts, but I'm not sure how durable /flexible it it. Eventually, our conversation evolved into different ways I could produce small batches of these (3D printing or CNCing a mold and casting with urethane; making a mold from the 3D printed part and casting with urethane; using one of our high-quality but cheap chinese suppliers to urethane mold batches of parts based on my CAD files). Even if there is the demand, I just don't know if I want to invest that much time/money into this project, just to make a small profit (definitely not enough to cover my time, if I'm looking at it that way).

My other idea is to just release the CAD files for free and have an option to send me a donation to help cover my expenses. I also want to provide people with a list of options for where they can get the file printed.

What printer are you using? What's the max build volume?

Adding my name to the list of people who would buy an SR5 front flair cap - looks great!

 

[marcus clarkus]

OP, I would love to buy a set of mud flaps from you. Of course I realize that your time is worth $$$ and you've already spent some cash to scan the original plus your time to design them. I would throw some money in the hat if you would release the CAD files. I believe I could get the mechanical guys at work to print out a set for me... Maybe if I ask nice and offer booze?

Cool! I'll post a thread with the files by the end of this weekend

 

[marcus clarkus]

I received 10 of the double hole covers today, so I now I have all three versions in stock. I updated the quantities in the first post.

 

[Itssslance]

I still haven't had time to bolt them on and see if I need to modify the file at all, but my first impression is that are good to go.

I had a long discussion with a coworker yesterday about how to finish them. He mentioned coating it with plastic epoxy and I think Smooth-On makes a product for coating 3D printed parts, but I'm not sure how durable /flexible it it. Eventually, our conversation evolved into different ways I could produce small batches of these (3D printing or CNCing a mold and casting with urethane; making a mold from the 3D printed part and casting with urethane; using one of our high-quality but cheap chinese suppliers to urethane mold batches of parts based on my CAD files). Even if there is the demand, I just don't know if I want to invest that much time/money into this project, just to make a small profit (definitely not enough to cover my time, if I'm looking at it that way).

My other idea is to just release the CAD files for free and have an option to send me a donation to help cover my expenses. I also want to provide people with a list of options for where they can get the file printed.

What printer are you using? What's the max build volume?

I’ll be on the lookout to see results! I’m interested if you decide to make

 

[marcus clarkus]

OP, I would love to buy a set of mud flaps from you. Of course I realize that your time is worth $$$ and you've already spent some cash to scan the original plus your time to design them. I would throw some money in the hat if you would release the CAD files. I believe I could get the mechanical guys at work to print out a set for me... Maybe if I ask nice and offer booze?

I’ll be on the lookout to see results! I’m interested if you decide to make

Mudflaps are posted here: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...flare-end-caps-free-download.html#post2837006

 

[bigbpatel]

I received 10 of the double hole covers today, so I now I have all three versions in stock. I updated the quantities in the first post.

Ill take one of the double. 27513.
Should i go ahead and paypal with address?
Thanks!

 

[marcus clarkus]

Ill take one of the double. 27513.
Should i go ahead and paypal with address?
Thanks!

Sure, if you send the money tonight I can ship it tomorrow. Thanks

 

[TonyB66]

They came out perfect [OP] just waiting for my wire kits to get in.. more to come. ty again.

If you got the wire kit, curious how this turned-out.

With two little ones, and our first trip after the New Year, this looks to be quite desirable...

 

[marcus clarkus]

More shipped out today. I sent my first package to Canada and it cost $9.50, not the $3 I expected. Sorry Canadians, but your shipping rate is going up! I updated the first post.

 

[97Run-Man]

More shipped out today. I sent my first package to Canada and it cost $9.50, not the $3 I expected. Sorry Canadians, but your shipping rate is going up! I updated the first post.

Hey, sorry if this was answered but I couldn’t find it and I’m sitting at my desk at work trying to not get noticed lol
Does this fit all ash trays? I do not have the heater option on my 01 but I would really like one of these.
Thank you for the info


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[yella]

Looking forward to getting mine.


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