Upgrade your Landroid M Plus with my reinforced side panels, designed to boost performance and longevity. These easy-to-install, 3D-printed replacements are more than just a cosmetic upgrade they're a practical solution to common problems with the original plastic panels.
Why Upgrade?
The original plastic side panels on your mower lead to a wider uncut edge along your lawn because they can get easily scratched or damaged when navigating close to fences or other obstacles. Over time, this can lead to:
- Functional Issues: Scratches and wear can damage essential components, affecting your mower's performance.
- Debris Buildup: Damaged panels can trap branches and other debris, causing operational issues and not only making your mower look ugly.
The Solution: Reinforced Panels with Skid Plates
My upgraded side panels feature:
- Sturdy Materials: I’ve replaced the fragile plastic with a robust design that includes stainless-steel skid plates, allowing your mower to glide along fence-bases and other edges without sustaining damage.
- Easy Replacement: The skid plates are durable yet replaceable, ensuring long-term protection and easy maintenance.
What's Needed
For installation, you'll need:
- Stainless-Steel Plates: Minimum dimensions of 150 mm (length), 50 mm (width), and thickness between 1.5 mm to 2 mm.
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Installation Made Simple
- Prepare the Skid Plate: Bend the stainless-steel plate over the included bend block like described in the pictures to match the provided curvature. This ensures a perfect fit against the side panel because also the bounce back of the plate after bending is calculated.
- Attach the Skid Plate: Secure the bent plate to the side panel using something like double-sided adhesive tape.
- Remove Original Panels: Detach the original plastic panels from your mower.
- Install the New Panels: The printable model is split into two parts for compatibility with most 3D printers. Align and mount them using the original screws.
Files Available for Customization
I provide SolidWorks files (.sldprt) if you want to adapt the design to your specific needs, as well as .stl files for printing and a complete .3mf project compatible with Bambulab or Orcaslicer.
Conclusion
This upgrade sharpens your mower's edge-cutting and shields it from damage. Built from durable materials and designed for straightforward installation, these side panels will keep your mower running efficiently and looking sharp. Download the files, experiment with different materials, and you are welcome to share your results with the community!