First the number was purely a material cost, from a quick calc. Doesnt include overheads, my time or a small percentage on top of that.

Initially id love to get something going, not for profit just to get a good base, maybe get a know list of parts and get them downpat.

I wouldnt scan the items, i model them in a modelling program first then send them to the printer.

The one im looking at will fit on my computer table in the corner, it only has a smaller working zone (about half a foot cubed) but larger parts can be made and assembled.

Its the material that costs the money

I think hard to get small things like push clips and bolt covers as mentioned is a good start to really test the machine and the material capabilities.

Id buy the printer right away but im still trying to sort out a license for a modelling program (dont like using fake programs for business means)

Here is an idea of what can be made.

3D Printer - The Impossible 3D Print - YouTube

What machine are you looking at and what cost is it? Been wanting one for ages.

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couple of grand for the machine, the one i posted above

Is the plastic UV stabalised? I'd hate to see a gauge pod crumble after 6 months of summer sun & heat but sounds like a good idea.

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good thinking mate ill have a look at that one, either way it would have to be painted maybe that would help.

Even if i cant get parts like that underway things like clips and stuff should be fine

Would be keen on getting a rear badge made up if you get things rolling along. Have my eye on one in particular but can't justify paying $80 for it (and it isn't anything complicated either).

have a link of it? ill have a look now and get a rough idea

We are looking at buying one at my work too. Great machines!

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Huge range of extinguisher brackets for cars!

http://kap.industries/

Logo on it's own:

http://www.freevector.com/site_media...ru-Impreza.jpg

Was going to paint it black anyway so lack of chrome is actually a good thing.

thanks mate ill have a quick look at it and see what i can come up with