guys why wont the bolt go into the cap
Fishing Reel Spooler
I created this design after looking around on Amazon for something similar and after scouring the internet for 3D…
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@case_4128838 As stated in the notes, you should clean up printed threads with tap/die for smooth mating of parts.
Nice print! I used TPU for the clamps (black parts, to protect the rod) and PETG for the rest of the model. (edited)
I didn't want to buy bolts so I just printed the Metric bolts as well. 3 of them are Cap head with Phillips drive Cause I wanted those bolts to be as flush with the model as possible. the Rest were printed Hex and I just tightened those with a regular 10mm socket by hand.
The file named "bolt" for some reason was not the correct size for me when printing. I scaled it down about 20% to get it to thread on the the model with ease.
I also put a little bit of grease on the sliding portion of the model which is why it is slightly colored red there. NOT necessary but I thought it made it a bit smoother.
Also, I know that it was recommended in the description of the model to clean the threads with a Tap an Dye. However, Even with my 3D printed screws they were able to thread on rather easily when printing the spooler itself in 0.12 layer height.
Printed in Sunlu Elite Series PETG White
10/10 Model Thank you very much! (edited)
@BrianAsencio_749958 you wouldn’t happen to have the files for the 3D printed hardware you used, would you?
@TMcBree_1673678 Yes I do. I made a remix of this model for you. Download over there!
I have not been able to get the arms to print regardless of the orientation I put them on the bed. The ball end pops off.
@mwseagren_500328 Sorry to hear that. I printed all parts at once using the FishingRodSpooler.stl file which shows the correct orientation to print all parts. I printed with PETG which sticks extremely well to my print bed and there were no issues. Hope this helps.