3D Printed Boxster Parts

[Ben006]

I wasn't offended, sorry if I sounded rough!

I totally agree with you, casting and machining aren't things of the past, I've been in the field (sheet metal working and Laser cutting, and a degree in "mechatronic" (I think it's the right translation for "Genie Mécanique" ).

I was just trying to point that in some situation (here, my situation, where I can only crate behind my computer, where precision is not required to be down to 1/100th mm, and where I don't intend to mass produce it), 3D printing can be a good solution.

3D printing is a new solution for new needs, not a replacement in any way, I agree!

I would love to be able to cast, and have my own fabrication workshop. It will happen, but I'm not quite there yet... I don't even have a place to work on my car without pissing off the neighbors :/



Ben.

[Nine8Six]

deriving from the topic,

Ben I don't know if you've noticed but there is a lot of guys here who are interested in your plenum solution (ref to your other thread). Given all of the energy and testing you've put into this, it really gave the impression that it was a product soon to be released.

No secret; that little Boxster car could do with anything (anything) to improve its power and you have a brilliant (and tested) product available - however stalled because of manufacturing issues (your 3D printing thing is unbearable, sorry lollll).

Get it done bud. Sell you friggin wheels for 2months if you have too so to get the cash it needs to cast that thing and sell 2,000 units on the internet. 2,000 is a modest qty if you ask me. Believe me you'll be able to buy new wheels right after that.

Again, a 3D printer thread here. However fear I will raise this issue shortly in your other thread soon if you don't activate

WE NEED THAT PLENUM KIT (edit: thank you very much!)
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[Ben006]

I know !
I want it too, but you also have to keep in mind that I'm an international automotive student, with a student loan to pay back, I can't take that much risk right now.

That's why I do the shifters (see the DIY section), to finance this project!

(I found a foundry not too far, I'll go see them when I have time, to see what they can do! )

Sorry for the off topic...

https://www.shapeways.com/product/38H4W95JT/porsche-9x6-shift-knob-plate
I made it available for everyone, I don't make money on it

If you select Stanless steel like me, be prepared to smooth and polish it for a solid hour... or two.


Ben.