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VW T3 ashtray 52mm gauges pod

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Last update 2022-02-01 at 07:19
Publication date 2022-01-11 at 07:43
Design number 605299

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My T3 was missing a tachometer, and a little later I found that I need an oil pressure gauge. I ordered the gauges, but there was no place to put them without barbaric cutting and drilling on the dashboard. So I made a compact stand for the gauges to fit in the place of the ashtray, which can always be removed and the bus to look original. Several colleagues have shown interest in the stand, so I release the design world wide.
The stand is for standard gauges - 52 mm. Most likely all kinds of brands and models of appliances would become. The ones I use have a big nut on the back. The fit is tight so no way they will fall if there is no nut on the back.
I suggest stands to be made from ABS filament. It is possible to process and paint if you need a different color or a better end result of the product.

1.1.2022
Added a bit edited design. Closing the gaps on the back that was made for longer gauges. The print will be easier and uses less supports. This edit is only for shorter gauges that can fit there(most of them except realy old and long ones).

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I usualy print them on 0.2mm layer high with ABS plastic.
Time is about 12h for one pod or 20h for two.
You will need some supports only for the end of the horisontal plate in the back. The arch doesnt need supports.

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