Carsmo alternative
08-01-2018, 09:53 AM
#16
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I applaud your DIY intentions. And I was thinking, if you just yank your OEM ***** off the dash and measure them, wouldn't that give you what you need?
08-01-2018, 10:05 AM
#17
I'll whip something original up in solidworks and have a prototype in a few weeks... if it works well I may offer these to other members.
As an owner, would you say the weight of the steel adds to the premium feel?
Aluminium (billet or not) is so light it may cheapen the feel, but would match the trim.
08-01-2018, 10:20 AM
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Either way, yes, they have a premium feel. Absolutely.
08-05-2018, 06:57 PM
#20
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i recently made my ***** a bit better!
so i was looking for a alternative too, like all you guys; and i found a different approach
I recently spray painted parts of my interior, it was a dark gray graphite Metallic, thats the difference, it was very metallic and pearl's which is great in the sunlight
anyway i grabbed the *****, off of the car, and simple spray all of them, maybe around 5 or 6 coats they were looking great! then went in 3 coats of clear coat, and i let them dry for a bit.
Anyway they look really good, and its very easy to take them on and off
I will experiment with different colors and see how i like it, but for now; the ***** take a big appearance in the dash, if colored, they stand out a lot and earn you some hot boy points
so i was looking for a alternative too, like all you guys; and i found a different approach
I recently spray painted parts of my interior, it was a dark gray graphite Metallic, thats the difference, it was very metallic and pearl's which is great in the sunlight
anyway i grabbed the *****, off of the car, and simple spray all of them, maybe around 5 or 6 coats they were looking great! then went in 3 coats of clear coat, and i let them dry for a bit.
Anyway they look really good, and its very easy to take them on and off
I will experiment with different colors and see how i like it, but for now; the ***** take a big appearance in the dash, if colored, they stand out a lot and earn you some hot boy points
08-23-2018, 06:06 PM
#21
A lil update:
I've got no access to a machine-shop until mid-Sept. But these are definitely happening!
Going to play with 6061 Aluminium and 304 stainless steel. First batch will be brushed to match interior, then polished if there's enough interest.
Will be CNC milled, with a cast acryllic core.
core.
Stay tuned for more news and send me a PM if you're already interested.
I've got no access to a machine-shop until mid-Sept. But these are definitely happening!
Going to play with 6061 Aluminium and 304 stainless steel. First batch will be brushed to match interior, then polished if there's enough interest.
Will be CNC milled, with a cast acryllic core.
core.
Stay tuned for more news and send me a PM if you're already interested.
08-24-2018, 11:15 AM
#23
When I was looking at getting them printed, my 2 concerns were resolution and material durability. Standard 3D printers struggle with sub-mm details which are necessary to grip the potentiometer properly. Material durability can be had with printing for a slightly higher price (such as sttel/bronze, or aluminum prints)
Moreover the printed products often have blemishes that need to be polished and can leave unsightly circle shapes that can't be removed. This is caused by tthe bronze replacement during sintering in an oven after a metal powder/glue mix is printed. The sintering process also causes unpredictable shrinkage that would render the print useless if it didnt fit the potentiometer.
To achieve the luxury feel; the weight, material finish and tolerances must be top notch. Which is why I decided to mill th ***** and injection cast the cores.
It's a bit more pricey, but guarentees the proper fit & finish.
if you'd like to try I'll send you the CAD files if can get a printed set to use as a comparison.
Moreover the printed products often have blemishes that need to be polished and can leave unsightly circle shapes that can't be removed. This is caused by tthe bronze replacement during sintering in an oven after a metal powder/glue mix is printed. The sintering process also causes unpredictable shrinkage that would render the print useless if it didnt fit the potentiometer.
To achieve the luxury feel; the weight, material finish and tolerances must be top notch. Which is why I decided to mill th ***** and injection cast the cores.
It's a bit more pricey, but guarentees the proper fit & finish.
if you'd like to try I'll send you the CAD files if can get a printed set to use as a comparison.
08-24-2018, 11:46 AM
#24
When I was looking at getting them printed, my 2 concerns were resolution and material durability. Standard 3D printers struggle with sub-mm details which are necessary to grip the potentiometer properly. Material durability can be had with printing for a slightly higher price (such as sttel/bronze, or aluminum prints)
Moreover the printed products often have blemishes that need to be polished and can leave unsightly circle shapes that can't be removed. This is caused by tthe bronze replacement during sintering in an oven after a metal powder/glue mix is printed. The sintering process also causes unpredictable shrinkage that would render the print useless if it didnt fit the potentiometer.
To achieve the luxury feel; the weight, material finish and tolerances must be top notch. Which is why I decided to mill th ***** and injection cast the cores.
It's a bit more pricey, but guarentees the proper fit & finish.
if you'd like to try I'll send you the CAD files if can get a printed set to use as a comparison.
Moreover the printed products often have blemishes that need to be polished and can leave unsightly circle shapes that can't be removed. This is caused by tthe bronze replacement during sintering in an oven after a metal powder/glue mix is printed. The sintering process also causes unpredictable shrinkage that would render the print useless if it didnt fit the potentiometer.
To achieve the luxury feel; the weight, material finish and tolerances must be top notch. Which is why I decided to mill th ***** and injection cast the cores.
It's a bit more pricey, but guarentees the proper fit & finish.
if you'd like to try I'll send you the CAD files if can get a printed set to use as a comparison.
08-27-2018, 09:37 AM
#26
First impression: they look pretty cheap. Obscenely light. Very thin aluminum around a plastic core. Wish I would've found the link to buy for $1 each beforehand....
Oh well. Installed they look decent and 100% better than the naked posts I was rocking.
As stated I'm sure everyone's carsmo ***** are great. I'm glad you like them. Unfortunately they are no longer available and my attempt to buy a used set from a member here left a bad taste. For my trouble I lost $40, my stock *****, and the cost to ship them certified to Virginia.
I'll just have to be happy with my aluminum eBay *****. They fit fine and work as they're supposed to.
Oh well. Installed they look decent and 100% better than the naked posts I was rocking.
As stated I'm sure everyone's carsmo ***** are great. I'm glad you like them. Unfortunately they are no longer available and my attempt to buy a used set from a member here left a bad taste. For my trouble I lost $40, my stock *****, and the cost to ship them certified to Virginia.
I'll just have to be happy with my aluminum eBay *****. They fit fine and work as they're supposed to.
08-27-2018, 09:42 AM
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