I've been doing some research and prepping for another face plate print. I signed up with Xometry to print the next sample. They have some interesting options and offer FDM, SLS, and CNC. They have a nickel coated nylon option that seemed like a good alternative to CNC for rigidity. Unfortunately the face plate would cost nearly $800. Alternatively, I'm going to try printing the next face plate with polycarbonate. It should be stronger and more rigid than the ABS plastic used on the vent sides.
Before kicking off a print, I figured that it would be a good idea to test the radio opening once again. My modeled radio opening is 95mm x 46.5mm. The knob holes are 141.5mm center to center.
Based on what I have below, I think I'm going to go with 95mm x 43mm, and knob holes at 131.5mm. Unfortunately this means that I need to make a model change before printing again, which will exhaust the three iterations I have in my contract. The print will go straight to the modeler for review...
Here is what I have for measurements. Keep in mind that post radios can be adjusted to move the radio knobs away from the radio face. I wish that more people knew that before hacking into their OEM face plates...
Width:
E3 Face Plate (Modified for the 80's Blaupunkt) - 106mm :
E9 Face Plate - Unmolested - 95mm:
1974 Blaupunkt Frankfurt - 95mm:
1970's German Blaupunkt - 95mm:
1980's Blaupunkt - 104mm:
Height:
E3 Face Plate (Modified for the 80's Blaupunkt) - 46mm :
E9 Face Plate - Unmolested - ???mm:
1974 Blaupunkt Frankfurt - 43mm:
1970's German Blaupunkt - 42mm:
1980's Blaupunkt - 43mm:
Post Width:
E3 Face Plate (Modified for the 80's Blaupunkt) - 131mm :
E9 Face Plate - Unmolested - ???mm:
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1974 Blaupunkt Frankfurt - 129mm:
1970's German Blaupunkt - 132mm:
1980's Blaupunkt - 127mm:
