Hard to get parts

[carob]

Just been reading the hard to get parts thread thingy on the TVRCC Forum. Now from a personal point of view I cannot bring myself to reply as I have a long memory, Bitter I know but just the way I am built.

I will just chuck an idea in the pot here. With regards to the wheel centre caps. Has anyone given thought to 3D Printing...? There are many places that will now carry this service out and surprisingly it is pretty cheap by the looks of it. Their appears to be various materials that can be used to make parts needed. Also Hydro-graphics is a way of attaining the required surface finish like chrome for instance.

Just an idea for you guys to think about and chuck comments and thoughts of on here for all to share.

Cheers

Rob

[Jack Valiant]

Total agree Rob about the continuing nonsense on the TVRCC site, the OZ and push in centres should be straight forward so those other rare parts like the famous centre console ashtrays (not Metro!) and the black circular plastic surrounds for the round headlights etc

[mrzigazaga]

Hi mate...I did put some suggestions forward and was told that the centre console ashtrays are from a Metro?...I have searched and searched to no avail..I also owned a Metro GTA and as far as i can remember it had a flip front ashtray ...?

As far as the wheel centres are concerned then 3D printing would be a good solution..Chroming them is not too expensive but like you say hydrographics could be a cheaper option..Unfortunately my mould making days are over or i would have a go...(Just too messy)...Although i have checked the advances in RTV which look pretty good...

I did think that injection moulding might also be an option...

Also there are these...

1. De-mister vents
2. Throttle cable
3. TPS
4. Roof lugs
5. Reverse light switch

Cheers...Ziga

Edited by mrzigazaga on Monday 24th November 12:27

[carob]

As I said guys just an idea. Money is a bit tight at the moment with Christmas coming up and having a small family it can get quite expensive, especially as I have a 4 year old that is convinced he is Spiderman. But I am considering looking into a 3D printer. Between now and then I will do a bit research and see where it takes me.

Rob

[carob]

There is so much that appears to be able to be reproduced Mark. It may not be suit the original brigade but it would suffice most people I think.

Rob

[carob]

Jack Valiant said:

Total agree Rob about the continuing nonsense on the TVRCC site, the OZ and push in centres should be straight forward so those other rare parts like the famous centre console ashtrays (not Metro!) and the black circular plastic surrounds for the round headlights etc

Chris, I take it you are on about this.








Could be a first project.

Rob

[pwd95]

I've got access to a 3D printer that could do something centre cap size.
All I'd need would be the computer file for the part.

Ah there you go, 2 come along at once.

[carob]

pwd95 said:

I've got access to a 3D printer that could do something centre cap size.
All I'd need would be the computer file for the part.

Ah there you go, 2 come along at once.

You my friend where my next port of call, with your Tekkie skills. Fancy a little business venture....?

Rob

[carob]

Should of kept this quiet and not told anyone, after all I have done around 10 minutes of research..... Drat Drat blast blast blast !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rob

[carob]

Also on the Ashtray.....Think outside of the box with this one...... Not exactly the same but the nearest I have found is a dare I say it Porsche 944 Centre Console Coin Holder as they seemed to be called back in the day.

Rob

[Sireatalot]

pwd95 said:

I've got access to a 3D printer that could do something centre cap size.
All I'd need would be the computer file for the part.

Ah there you go, 2 come along at once.

What format would you need the computer files in ????

I may be able to whip up summit possibly.

[mrzigazaga]

Someone needs to take the initiative as i asked my mate Les but he is not interested in Wedges....

[carob]

mrzigazaga said:

Someone needs to take the initiative as i asked my mate Les but he is not interested in Wedges....

I have a mate up this way who is a bit of a computer whizz and I know he will be able to make some software up for us. I will not have a chance to contact him till the weekend at the earliest but I will make contact and see if he is willing to help US out.

Rob

[pwd95]

I'll know in the next half hour what file type etc.

[carob]

Certainly got a bit of thought kicked in....

Can I tempt anyone for my run of Eggs On Legs eggcups I am planning....? ha-ha

Rob

[Wedg1e]

mrzigazaga said:

5. Reverse light switch

Cheers...Ziga

Eh? That's a common Lucas part used on hordes of vehicles.

[Convert]

carob said:

Certainly got a bit of thought kicked in....

Can I tempt anyone for my run of Eggs On Legs eggcups I am planning....? ha-ha

Rob

Only if the legs point the right way, and you haven't heated them up and bent them

[carob]

Convert said:

Only if the legs point the right way, and you haven't heated them up and bent them

Made to order Steve,you can choose which way the legs go....You will need to supply me with your preferred egg size as this can differ, and Yarkshire lads like a good brekkie.

Rob

[pwd95]

Sireatalot said:

What format would you need the computer files in ????

I may be able to whip up summit possibly.

The software we use to print is "UP" software.......
http://www.pp3dp.com/

The file type is....
.STL & .UP3

[Sireatalot]

pwd95 said:

The software we use to print is "UP" software.......
http://www.pp3dp.com/

The file type is....
.STL & .UP3

ok. let me have a play and I'll see what I can come up with...