Common questions

For the right jobs, yes. Brackets, mounts, trim, covers, ducts, clips and gauge pods all work very well when they're designed for the load and printed in the right material. I design wall thickness, infill and print direction around how the part will be stressed.

Yes. I don't make safety-critical parts: anything in the brakes, steering, suspension load path, wheels, seat or harness mounts, or fuel system. If a failure could hurt someone, it should be metal from a qualified supplier. I'll always tell you if a part isn't a good fit for printing.

It depends on the material. I don't use PLA for vehicle parts, because it softens in a hot car. ASA and ABS handle cabin and most engine-bay temperatures, and nylon carbon fiber goes higher still. Parts right next to exhaust, turbo or headers aren't a good match for plastic, and I'll suggest a different approach.

ASA is my go-to for exterior parts. It's UV-stable and weather-resistant, so it won't fade or go brittle like many plastics. PETG and nylon also handle water and most automotive fluids well.

That's one of the most common requests I get. Send the original part (even broken), or clear photos with measurements next to a ruler, and I'll model a replacement. I can often improve weak spots that caused the original to fail.

No. Most customers just have an idea, a sketch or a broken part. I handle the design. If you do have an STL, STEP or 3MF file, I can print it directly.

Every part is quoted individually based on design time, size, material and quantity. Printing an existing file is cheapest. A brand new design costs more the first time, and extra copies are much cheaper after that. You'll get a price before any work starts.

Simple prints from an existing file are often done in a few days. New designs usually take one to two weeks including a test fit. Have a race or event coming up? Mention it in your request and I'll tell you honestly if I can make it.

Most automotive parts are printed in black for a factory look. Other colors are available depending on the material. Fine layer lines are normal for 3D printing, and parts can be sanded, primed and painted if you want a smooth finish.

Yes, I ship across the US, and local pickup can be arranged. Shipping cost is included in your quote.

Many racers use printed ducts, mounts and covers. Check your series' rules, and always inspect parts after hard use. Custom parts are built to your specs and supplied for off-road and competition use at your own discretion.