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Old Nov 13, 2023 | 01:32 PM
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Cowl Grill Protectors




Anyone know where I can source the part shown above? It's 50781, Part number 8531-50-792.

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Old Nov 13, 2023 | 09:21 PM
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Looks like a good project for 3D printing.
I think I have one to measure, if I can make a model I'll throw it on Shapeways or something similar.
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Old Nov 14, 2023 | 11:29 AM
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I was thinking the same thing. Getting ready to draw this up in CAD.

I'm surprised this isn't a common part.
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Old Nov 15, 2023 | 05:20 PM
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Somehow I have one, the rest have disintegrated.
Made a first attempt below in PLA. The back wall is a little thick, the box section should be moved up a little, and the clips should stick out more.
I probably won't be able to go at it again until the weekend. Once I get it to how I like it I'll post the STL file here and post it on Shapeways.
If anyone wants to mess with it in the mean time, the STL as it is currently is attached.





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Old Nov 20, 2023 | 05:17 PM
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Did some tweaks, I think I got it pretty close, going to try to have it printed in ASA for the UV resistance.
STL file is attached below.

edit: well, now **** won't attach
it's on Printables


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