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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
- IAmOrion
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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
I've been bugged LOTS if I can print off some center screw cap covers (E85) - my re-model being freely downloadable here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4247901
Problem is, whilst I can set a batch going, between work & illness I just do not have the time to be dealing with orders and posting out batches etc.
Since demand has still been in place for some time, I'm looking for help!
Is there someone, with a good standing on this forum, who would be willing to deal with all the orders, and all I do is simply send them a bulk that I've printed.
I'm only printing in PLA, so whilst they do last (I've had mine in place for over a year) they can still be fragile, so I would recommend sending say 6-8 to each person.
I will obviously need more time to print some, I think I have about 25-30 ready to go in BLACK. I do also have some cream/beige filament I will be doing a smaller batch of.
Cost wise from my point of view, when you consider machine running costs (filament, electricity, time etc) I reckon a batch of say 100 would cost me about £40 .... Broken down £25 is filament, £10 in running costs / time, and then £5 to post a bulk amount to whomever would be able to deliver and deal with individual orders.
I was thinking people could DONATE to myself if they wanted, but don't have to (via a PayPal link).... but it's down to the individual doing the legwork (packaging and posting etc) that would dictate a REASONABLE and FAIR purchase price to cover their costs and time.
Thoughts?
I've posted this here in Services because currently I'm not selling them, rather, I'm looking for a "distributor"
Problem is, whilst I can set a batch going, between work & illness I just do not have the time to be dealing with orders and posting out batches etc.
Since demand has still been in place for some time, I'm looking for help!
Is there someone, with a good standing on this forum, who would be willing to deal with all the orders, and all I do is simply send them a bulk that I've printed.
I'm only printing in PLA, so whilst they do last (I've had mine in place for over a year) they can still be fragile, so I would recommend sending say 6-8 to each person.
I will obviously need more time to print some, I think I have about 25-30 ready to go in BLACK. I do also have some cream/beige filament I will be doing a smaller batch of.
Cost wise from my point of view, when you consider machine running costs (filament, electricity, time etc) I reckon a batch of say 100 would cost me about £40 .... Broken down £25 is filament, £10 in running costs / time, and then £5 to post a bulk amount to whomever would be able to deliver and deal with individual orders.
I was thinking people could DONATE to myself if they wanted, but don't have to (via a PayPal link).... but it's down to the individual doing the legwork (packaging and posting etc) that would dictate a REASONABLE and FAIR purchase price to cover their costs and time.
Thoughts?
I've posted this here in Services because currently I'm not selling them, rather, I'm looking for a "distributor"
Last edited by IAmOrion on Mon Oct 05, 2020 3:43 pm, edited 1 time in total.
NO LONGER OWN A Z4 SO NOT AS ACTIVE HERE ANYMORE (IF AT ALL).
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- kis
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3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
I might take you up on this mate. I'll whatsapp youIAmOrion wrote: ↑Sun Oct 04, 2020 6:07 pm I've been bugged LOTS if I can print off some center screw cap covers (E85) - my re-model being freely downloadable here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4247901
Problem is, whilst I can set a batch going, between work & illness I just do not have the time to be dealing with orders and posting out batches etc.
Since demand has still been in place for some time, I'm looking for help!
Is there someone, with a good standing on this forum, who would be willing to deal with all the orders, and all I do is simply send them a bulk that I've printed.
I'm only printing in PLA, so whilst they do last (I've had mine in place for over a year) they can still be fragile, so I would recommend sending say 6-8 to each person.
I will obviously need more time to print some, I think I have about 25-30 ready to go in BLACK. I do also have some cream/beige filament I will be doing a smaller batch of.
Cost wise from my point of view, when you consider machine running costs (filament, electricity, time etc) I reckon a batch of say 100 would cost me about £40 .... Broken down £25 is filament, £10 in running costs / time, and then £5 to post a bulk amount to whomever would be able to deliver and deal with individual orders.
I was thinking people could DONATE to myself if they wanted, but don't have to (via a PayPal link).... but it's down to the individual doing the legwork (packaging and posting etc) that would dictate a REASONABLE and FAIR purchase price to cover their costs and time.
Thoughts?
I've posted this here in Services because currently I'm not selling them, rather, I'm looking for a "distributor"
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My E85 Z4 3.0i SMG
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
- IAmOrion
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3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
Purchase queries to be directed to kis, who has kindly agreed to deal with the distribution. ALL payments to be directed to Kis also
NO LONGER OWN A Z4 SO NOT AS ACTIVE HERE ANYMORE (IF AT ALL).
I STILL OFFER FREE CARLY CODING & EWS KEY/TRANSPONDER CODING AT MY HOME
IN CAMBRIDGE CB22
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Z4DIYCustomMods/
I STILL OFFER FREE CARLY CODING & EWS KEY/TRANSPONDER CODING AT MY HOME
IN CAMBRIDGE CB22
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Z4DIYCustomMods/
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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
If you need any help on the 3D printing side I have an industrial grade 3DP, Ultimaker S5, so can print stuff, including 30% carbon fibre loaded material.
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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
not trying to hijeack this, but thought it pertinent to ask...
seeing as how the cup holder section of the 'under armrest' goes for £150 + on ebay, is there any way you could look into expanding the operation to these? im sure (based on reading previou threads / topics) there'd be plenty of takers on here.
its utter equestrian manure that it costs that much to safely store my morning coffee!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z4-E89-C ... SwGe5dePem
seeing as how the cup holder section of the 'under armrest' goes for £150 + on ebay, is there any way you could look into expanding the operation to these? im sure (based on reading previou threads / topics) there'd be plenty of takers on here.
its utter equestrian manure that it costs that much to safely store my morning coffee!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z4-E89-C ... SwGe5dePem
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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
Maybe they're trying to tell you that it's much safer not to have hot coffee in the car?bte123 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 12, 2020 12:33 pm not trying to hijeack this, but thought it pertinent to ask...
seeing as how the cup holder section of the 'under armrest' goes for £150 + on ebay, is there any way you could look into expanding the operation to these? im sure (based on reading previou threads / topics) there'd be plenty of takers on here.
its utter equestrian manure that it costs that much to safely store my morning coffee!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z4-E89-C ... SwGe5dePem
- IAmOrion
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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
What part # is it in that picture on listing?bte123 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 12, 2020 12:33 pm not trying to hijeack this, but thought it pertinent to ask...
seeing as how the cup holder section of the 'under armrest' goes for £150 + on ebay, is there any way you could look into expanding the operation to these? im sure (based on reading previou threads / topics) there'd be plenty of takers on here.
its utter equestrian manure that it costs that much to safely store my morning coffee!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z4-E89-C ... SwGe5dePem
NO LONGER OWN A Z4 SO NOT AS ACTIVE HERE ANYMORE (IF AT ALL).
I STILL OFFER FREE CARLY CODING & EWS KEY/TRANSPONDER CODING AT MY HOME
IN CAMBRIDGE CB22
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Z4DIYCustomMods/
I STILL OFFER FREE CARLY CODING & EWS KEY/TRANSPONDER CODING AT MY HOME
IN CAMBRIDGE CB22
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Z4DIYCustomMods/
- kis
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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
It's #8 in the listing
I've made my own post, so if you wanted the covers, please see my thread: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=125150
Feel free to post replies to the thread, or PM me if you have any queries, etc.
I've made my own post, so if you wanted the covers, please see my thread: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=125150
Feel free to post replies to the thread, or PM me if you have any queries, etc.
My E85 Z4 3.0i SMG
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
- IAmOrion
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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
Woods for the trees!! I see it marked in the pic nowkis wrote: ↑Mon Oct 12, 2020 10:02 pm It's #8 in the listing
I've made my own post, so if you wanted the covers, please see my thread: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=125150
Feel free to post replies to the thread, or PM me if you have any queries, etc.
NO LONGER OWN A Z4 SO NOT AS ACTIVE HERE ANYMORE (IF AT ALL).
I STILL OFFER FREE CARLY CODING & EWS KEY/TRANSPONDER CODING AT MY HOME
IN CAMBRIDGE CB22
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Z4DIYCustomMods/
I STILL OFFER FREE CARLY CODING & EWS KEY/TRANSPONDER CODING AT MY HOME
IN CAMBRIDGE CB22
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Z4DIYCustomMods/
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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
i could do with a couple of these if possible
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- kis
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Hi mate, check out the link above. Think I have some left, but would need to check how many.kis wrote: ↑Mon Oct 12, 2020 10:02 pm It's #8 in the listing
I've made my own post, so if you wanted the covers, please see my thread: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=125150
Feel free to post replies to the thread, or PM me if you have any queries, etc.
Sadly just the beige/cream ones left (although you probably need to prep/paint anyway so doesn't make too much difference).
PM me if you're still interested, after you've taken a look at the thread?
My E85 Z4 3.0i SMG
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
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[Sorted] 3D Printed Center Console Caps/Covers
ideally after black ones kis, thanks again ill try and source a couple of oem ones.
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