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Re: My 85 TBird

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That's one way to do it! You going to cover it in vinyl or leather?

My initial thought was to try to have one 3D printed. That’ll be plan “b”. Yeah, some sort of textured vinyl that matches the surroundings.
 

Re: My 85 TBird

Reply #286 –
After seeing it, I thought 3D  printing might be an option.  Might have to see if I can CAD something up.

It's hard to find them with those stupid mounting posts still intact. I don't think any of the ones I have onhand are unbroken.


Long live the 4-eyes!  - '83 Tbird Turbo - '85 Marquis LTS - '86 LTD Wagon-  '81 Granada GL 2dr

Re: My 85 TBird

Reply #287 –
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After seeing it, I thought 3D  printing might be an option.  Might have to see if I can CAD something up.

It's hard to find them with those stupid mounting posts still intact. I don't think any of the ones I have onhand are unbroken.




Mine still has both mounting posts, but all but 2 of the little posts for the boot retaining ring are all missing. I think I have some little studs left that I can weld onto this one with my stud gun dent removal tool, and shape up some mounting posts and weld them on. Should be plenty durable. :mullet: 

I do think if someone were to design and print these it could be worthwhile.