Timsmith7 36 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 This is currently on the 3D printer and should be finished tomorrow morning. It is 9" wide and I cant wait for it. Now I just need to come up with a red lens, any ideas? tim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 I don't have any ideas, but just wanted to say that. is. AWESOME. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 770 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 Hmmm, if only the 3D printer could print you a lens... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 Not ideal, but any chance of finding 3 lenses the right size and then notching and gluing together? Of course that presents 2 challenges... finding the right size lenses, and making sure that however you glue them, the seam is watertight. I found this discussion. It's from 2009, but maybe there's some helpful info anyway...http://www.streetrodding.com/forums.view/31608 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BeckersDadJohn 44 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 http://www.stagespot.com/gel-sheet.htmlGels used in photography strong enough ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Timsmith7 36 Posted August 14, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 I am looking at both of those methods now. I am now considering casting as an option also. I might need to have a short term solution to satisfy my lack of patience and a longer term solution for the durability. Usually however the Red/Green side of me "its only temporary unless it works" wins. I'll post pictures this weekend of the finished part. BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Timsmith7 36 Posted August 14, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 I just found the transparent red acrylic stock i need through TAP Plastics. $10 not a bad deal. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 Cool! Can't wait to see how it turns out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 What about just buying red plexiglass? And cutting it to size. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 Or is acrylic stock the same as plexiglass? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Timsmith7 36 Posted August 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 Plexiglass is a popular brand name for acrylic, like Scotch tape for cellophane tape. Another you here often would be Lexan for polycarbonate. Bottom line, if it is 1/8" thick and transparent/translucent red and some what sturdy I don't care what the material is. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 Gotcha ya. Jello = gelatin dessertCoke = any carbonated beverage. Winded = all glass cleaners, etc Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Timsmith7 36 Posted August 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 Well here it is hot off the printer. Now I can start mounting the lights.Not sure what the blue stuff is in the picture, must be something on the camera lens.... BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 Awesome! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 Awesome. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BeckersDadJohn 44 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 Can't wait for next update. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 This is gonna be so cool! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
.....Gary 85 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 What is the name of the stuff that kids melt and pour into molds? I know light shows through. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Judy in Texas 150 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 What is the name of the stuff that kids melt and pour into molds? I know light shows through.The baking crystals: https://www.guildcraftinc.com/baking-crystals-8-oz.aspx Quote Link to post Share on other sites
.....Gary 85 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 The baking crystals: https://www.guildcraftinc.com/baking-crystals-8-oz.aspxThat looks like what I was thinking about. Thanks, Judy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WannaBeImagineer 98 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 That's awesome! So did you buy a 3d printer or is that at work? WBI Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Timsmith7 36 Posted August 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 I am using the 3D printer at work. Kicking around buying one however...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caveat lector 181 Posted August 17, 2014 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 I don't know anything about 3D printers, but couldn't you change the printer material to something red translucent? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Judy in Texas 150 Posted August 18, 2014 Report Share Posted August 18, 2014 I don't know anything about 3D printers, but couldn't you change the printer material to something red translucent?Me neither but that is a really good question. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Timsmith7 36 Posted September 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 Well, here is an update to the brake light. I got it mounted to the RV and the electrical in place. Then as I was mounting the lens I broke it! I did get the lens drilled out and was using button head ss screws but I do not like the look of them. I need to find a way to mount the lens without visible fasteners. I was able to do a quick check on it to see how well the brakes lit up and it was ok, not great, but ok. I think I am going to spend a little time and order transparent versus translucent this time around. On a side note, I did find transparent vinyl decals, never knew. I may try that out as well. Use clear lexan and cut the decal to fit. I can also see some transparent window decals coming out of this venture..... Anyway I have the back of the RV stripped down and need to get it decaled up for this December's trip..... We are thinking Tiki Room birds. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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