3D Printed Air Deflectors (Full Kit) ~$150 + Customs Fee

eyrepb said:
That the spirit boys! Now, whose working on the ECU 3D print???
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I've already looked at a few images on the web & can work out all the dimensions without taking mine out of my ST.

What color would you like it in and do you want it sold or hollow to install actual electronics? :p
 
Keep in my kind that I know nothing about 3D printing, how it is done, what works, what doesn't work, etc., so don't shoot me if the below suggestion is stupid.

There have been comments made that the available materials for 3D printing don't seem to be well suited for printing these deflectors. This made me wonder about another option. Is it possible to 3D print a reverse mold of these deflectors? If a mold was available would it then be possible to pour some kind liquid rubber/foam/silicone, etc., in to the mold that would then cure to make an end product that more closely resembles the original ones from Honda.

You will note that I also presented the part about pouring something in to the mold in the form of a question as well. That is because in addition to knowing nothing about 3D printing I also no nothing about what products are available that would be suitable for this. This is just an idea that occurred to me as I have seen people make products on TV shows where they poured some kind of a liquid rubber or silicone product in to a mold and it then cured in to a flexible solid.
 
Andrew Shadow said:
Is it possible to 3D print a reverse mold of these deflectors? If a mold was available would it then be possible to pour some kind liquid rubber/foam/silicone, etc., in to the mold that would then cure to make an end product that more closely resembles the original ones from Honda.
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An actual set of deflectors would make ideal mold patterns.
 
Yes it would be nice if one could 3D print an ECU populated with operational electronics to replace my failed "CODE 25" 2006 ECU.
 
Andrew Shadow said:
Keep in my kind that I know nothing about 3D printing, how it is done, what works, what doesn't work, etc., so don't shoot me if the below suggestion is stupid.

There have been comments made that the available materials for 3D printing don't seem to be well suited for printing these deflectors. This made me wonder about another option. Is it possible to 3D print a reverse mold of these deflectors? If a mold was available would it then be possible to pour some kind liquid rubber/foam/silicone, etc., in to the mold that would then cure to make an end product that more closely resembles the original ones from Honda.

You will note that I also presented the part about pouring something in to the mold in the form of a question as well. That is because in addition to knowing nothing about 3D printing I also no nothing about what products are available that would be suitable for this. This is just an idea that occurred to me as I have seen people make products on TV shows where they poured some kind of a liquid rubber or silicone product in to a mold and it then cured in to a flexible solid.
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That is an option, however you're limited to resins and other pourable materials. It's not suitable for injection molding (which is most likely what the originals are).

Although as Larry said, using an original set as a mold would be much more accurate and just better/easier all around.
 
JetRanger said:
They don't necessarily have to be printed in one piece. They can always be sanded and/or painted to hide any seams. If you get a reasonable scan, would you be willing to share? I'd love to help if i can: I've been using Tinkercad for my 3d CAD and it shouldn't be too difficult or time consuming to test print wireframe prototypes for fitment from a rough scan.

At least it would provid a starting point.

So far, my only ST1300 contribution has been a headlight adjustment knob.

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I used Scaniverse for my scan. Couldn't use my turntable with this app.
I supported the mirror deflector overhead with thread, and can't be sure if it's formed to the mirror housing.
I can share this 1ST draft on Tinkercad if you're interested.IMG_2249.png

Hoping to get around to scanning the full wind deflector kit.
 
rogo said:
I used Scaniverse for my scan. Couldn't use my turntable with this app.
I supported the mirror deflector overhead with thread, and can't be sure if it's formed to the mirror housing.
I can share this 1ST draft on Tinkercad if you're interested.IMG_2249.png

Hoping to get around to scanning the full wind deflector kit.
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Wow that looks gnarley!

I'll be delighted to give it a shot. I can't ride since I sprained my ankle (can't hold the beast up) so I have plenty of time.
 
Joeywhat said:
Although as Larry said, using an original set as a mold would be much more accurate and just better/easier all around.
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I'm curious how the mold would be made. Are you suggesting making an actual physical mold using them as the template or would it be by scanning them to 3D print a reverse mold?
 
Andrew Shadow said:
I'm curious how the mold would be made. Are you suggesting making an actual physical mold using them as the template or would it be by scanning them to 3D print a reverse mold?
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My suggestion is the (correction) former.
 
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Andrew Shadow said:
I know nothing about 3D printing, how it is done, what works, what doesn't work, etc.
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I'm in the same boat. On top of that I have nothing to offer in terms of any suggestions. But this is a fascinating thread. The idea of 3D printing piques my interest though for many reasons I'll experience it vicariously through this and similar threads. Best of luck on this if it continues to move forward.
 
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