3D Print Mirror Delete Covers (now printed in stainless steel)

[Cyber_Punk_SFL]

I’m still working on my side camera design. I haven’t received a quote from IN3DTEC for the stainless steel printed covers that TickTock has designed. I sent an inquiry to them this morning to make sure they got it.

I had another idea that intrigues me. I found a set of 8 stainless steel card blanks on Amazon that just happen to match the length (85mm) of the opening in the door where the factory mirror is mounted. These cards are 0.85 mm thick. They look to have the same radius corners as the hole in the door (same as a standard credit card). It wouldn’t be too hard to use one of these blanks to cover the hole. I’d only have to cut or bend the card to match the width of the hole.

The blank could then be glued to a support piece fastened to the same bracket to which the factory mirror is bolted. The SS cover would be flush with the door panel for a nice clean appearance like this custom made cover at OCDetailing YouTube channel (I would remove the rubber piece).

The SS cover support piece can be designed and printed or made by hand since it won’t be visible when installed. I would use the factory 3-hole mirror mount as a template to fashion a wood support piece without much effort.

I haven't decided yet where to tap into Cybertruck’s 48V DC power for the cameras. A 48V source will require a 48V to 12V step down converter. They aren't very big, but need some space to be mounted. I think that tapping into the 48V pigtail under the frunk lining is the best place to mount the converter. Then run the 12V supply line into the cab to power the side view cameras and display.

Did you ever give these a try and if so, how'd they turn out in the end?

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[Cybergirl]

Did you ever give these a try and if so, how'd they turn out in the end?

I did, and they worked out pretty well, but later decided to use the 3D printed SS blanks and trim pieces designed by TickTock which look nicer and are very secure and water proof.

 

[Cyber_Punk_SFL]

I ordered a set on Amazon since they were only $10 but would love to get a custom set made however I’m getting my truck wrapped in two weeks and need them before then. I might just 3D print them myself using his model and wrap over them.

 

[Gaximus]

I modified the V2 so that it would be flush, then put a piece of my wrap over it, it’s not perfect, but pretty decent. Where the old wrap ends and new wrap covers is actually more noticeable than the mirror delete. Also had to extend the trim piece to go to the edge of the door.
Thanks for making the pieces. The look great.

 

[Cyber_Punk_SFL]

I modified the V2 so that it would be flush, then put a piece of my wrap over it, it’s not perfect, but pretty decent. Where the old wrap ends and new wrap covers is actually more noticeable than the mirror delete. Also had to extend the trim piece to go to the edge of the door.
Thanks for making the pieces. The look great.

Would you mind sharing your adjustments? I need to reprint these. I printed them in PETG as suggested, but let me tell you that won't work in the heat. I'm in south florida and it's out "winter" and they only lasted two months. They are both kind of warped from the sun already, one is worse than the other. I highly suggest printing in carbon fiber for longer lasting ones.

 

[Gaximus]

Would you mind sharing your adjustments? I need to reprint these. I printed them in PETG as suggested, but let me tell you that won't work in the heat. I'm in south florida and it's out "winter" and they only lasted two months. They are both kind of warped from the sun already, one is worse than the other. I highly suggest printing in carbon fiber for longer lasting ones.

I need to make some more modifications. I only have the passenger side done, and I’m not super happy with it. It has some supports on the bottom to hold it up. But isnt perfect so requires a bit of blow torch modification when installing. Might not get to it until next weekend. I also printed in PETG, so might need to rethink that if your having issues .

 

[Vegetaban]

Ordered the parts from IN3DTEC to give it a try. Thanks for designing them!

 

[Vegetaban]

They're making my parts today

 

[Cyber_Punk_SFL]

What was the cost with shipping?

 

[Vegetaban]

What was the cost with shipping?

67.97 with shipping. Not bad in my opinion. I also made the plastic covers for the electrical wires.

 

[Vegetaban]

Installed the 3D printed Mirror delete today after work. Thanks for designing. I just folded the window trim down underneath it instead of cutting.

 

[TickTock]

Installed the 3D printed Mirror delete today after work. Thanks for designing. I just folded the window trim down underneath it instead of cutting.

Very nice. It is such a cleaner look.

 

[Cyber_Punk_SFL]

Installed the 3D printed Mirror delete today after work. Thanks for designing. I just folded the window trim down underneath it instead of cutting.

Looks good, i wanted to let you know, there's a way to hide that wire if you go through the B pillar and pop out up top through the gromet for the lightbar wiring. Much cleaner look.

 

[Cyber_Punk_SFL]

I need to make some more modifications. I only have the passenger side done, and I’m not super happy with it. It has some supports on the bottom to hold it up. But isnt perfect so requires a bit of blow torch modification when installing. Might not get to it until next weekend. I also printed in PETG, so might need to rethink that if your having issues .

Checking in for an update, were you able to finish your modifications? I need to reprint mine, they are warped really bad. Here they are removed and sitting on my table.

 

[Vegetaban]

Looks good, i wanted to let you know, there's a way to hide that wire if you go through the B pillar and pop out up top through the gromet for the lightbar wiring. Much cleaner look.

Thanks! Been meaning to do that but haven’t done so yet

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