Anyone know where I could get these? (1 Viewer)

[Tizme]

I have an 06 plate Elnagh 640R which needs some TLC on the exterior, these end trims are all broken, or very brittle so I "need" to replace them. I'm not having much luck sourcing replacements at the moment, can anyone point me in the right direction?

 

[icantremember]

You need someone with a 3D printer.

 

[Two on Tour]

PaulandChrissy can you help?

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[Tizme]

That's what I was thinking, but I don't know anyone with one, I would imagine things like this could be a nice little cottage industry, I can't imagine I'm the only person looking for this type of thing. I tried O'Learys, EBay and even emailed Trigano (who took over Elnagh) with no luck

 

[Stealaway]

It's very unlikely that any of these corners have survived since 2006.
You need a fibre glass specialist to fabricate you some and sell the rest

 

[Cal54]

As mentioned previously Paul of PaulandChrissy is your man. Send him a pm and I’m sure he will be able to assist. I’ve had several pieces from him and all have been great quality.

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[Minxy]

I'm wondering if you could make your own with a moulding kit, similar to how hobby modellers make chess pieces, small ornaments etc with resin?

 

[Tizme]

Thanks for all the replies so far, I have sent a message to Paul, I must admit I hadn't thought of 3D printing

 

[Dandm]

Thanks for all the replies so far, I have sent a message to Paul, I must admit I hadn't thought of 3D printing

I have an Elnagh Baron with exactly the same caps which have also become brittle, I’ve been searching for a long time as well. If you have any luck please let me know.

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[Tizme]

Dandm,
I will

 

[PaulandChrissy]

Hi Guys
Tizme is sending me a sample and I will make a replica for him and anyone else who needs them.
Cheers PaulandChrissy

 

[PaulandChrissy]

Prototype on its way to Tizme to test for size.

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[MisterB]

Prototype on its way to Tizme to test for size.
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having just started 3d printing, i am interested to know if you scan any parts you produce or if you design from scratch with a bloody good ruler (or micrometer) LOL

 

[PaulandChrissy]

having just started 3d printing, i am interested to know if you scan any parts you produce or if you design from scratch with a bloody good ruler (or micrometer) LOL

I sit there measuring with a micrometer and redesign all the weak bits out of it. Takes a while but it works. A lot of the things I make are straight out of my head.

 

[PaulandChrissy]

And they are done. Set of body trim end caps on their way to Tizme

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[chrispenrallt]

That is amazing. I saw a programme on t TV the other night and they had built a house using 3 D printing!

 

[PaulandChrissy]

That is amazing. I saw a programme on t TV the other night and they had built a house using 3 D printing!

They 3D print rocket’s now.

 

[Diabalo]

PaulandChrissy you be well clever, I is well impressed. You are becoming motorhomefun's resident 3D printer specialist.

Nice one

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[PaulandChrissy]

Hi Everyone
I’m retired, like a lot of us here with time on my hands and a passion for making things. As a long standing Motorhome owner, I know the trouble it is finding those little spares that break from time to time and are hard to find. If I can help by designing improved replacements and make a little pocket money to cover the costs of CAD subscriptions and printing expenses then I’m super happy. I can’t always help, but most of the time i can.
Have a Good Weekend Everyone. Cheers PaulandChrissy

 

[Tizme]

I'm away this weekend, so I'm hoping that the trim caps Paul has made will be on my doorstep when I get home. I will fit them and put up the before and after photos. They will look amazing I am sure and improve the general appearance of "Florence".

The fact we have someone on this forum willing and able to make these odd bits that are impossible to get hold of is a real bonus and I am very grateful to PaulandChrissy for what he does, thank you!

 

[Two on Tour]

I have had several bits and bobs made by PaulandChrissy so I can vouch for the quality and attention to detail of what I have had made.

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[Tizme]

Before:



After:

I put a good amount of Sikkaflex underneath to ensure they were sealed and so they will all need cleaning off, but I was really pleased with the end design, especially after Paul changed it to incorporate the caps to cover the screws, gives a better finish than the original, I think.

 

[PaulandChrissy]

Before:

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After:
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I put a good amount of Sikkaflex underneath to ensure they were sealed and so they will all need cleaning off, but I was really pleased with the end design, especially after Paul changed it to incorporate the caps to cover the screws, gives a better finish than the original, I think.

That looks super smart. What a difference it makes to the look of the van.
Glad you like them. PaulandChrissy

 

[andykim]

Couldn't you just email the parts to him?
Oh we haven't got that far YET!

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[The Wino]

In my daughter's last job one of the things they were looking at was in effect 3d printing in metal for aircraft parts. In effect rather than have to stock parts you would have facilities around the world where you could make a part on the spot. The machine she was developing was being used to 3d print a car exhaust to try the process.