High Direct Mount FD Cover Plate (3D Printed)

[Chavo]

Hi Hubbers

 

I recently took on a (fun) personal project of finding an alternative to the commercially available cover plates used to cover up the frame mounting space left when removing the high direct mount front derailleur for a 1x conversion. After searching the interwebs I cottoned onto a 3D printed plate through options and ideas from Shapeways and the MTBR forums.

 

Shipping for the Shapeways product made it unreasonably expensive for what it is ($6 for the plastic plate, $20 for shipping), so I contacted a few 3D printing companies in Cape Town to see if someone could help me out. And success! I managed to find someone! Following a bit of trial and error with my design I ended up with a plate that I am pretty stoked with!! I have customised it for my Pyga and I think it looks pretty rad! The finish of a 3D print is not the smoothest, but it's hardly noticeable when viewed from a short distance. Best part is it cost a fraction of anything else out there, amped

 

Thoughts on the outcome are welcome and I'm happy to try help anyone out who would be interested in doing the same for their 1x conversion. By this I mean I can either share my 3D file with you (if you can access a 3D printer) or look at getting plates printed through my own source (limited to black or white) and then take it from there.

 

I assume the design would be a universal fit, but have only managed to test it out on the Pyga frame so far. Given that it is also a very recent addition to my bike I have no idea of durability of the part and how it will stand up to the elements (it's made from ABS plastic) but will post future updates here. Fingers crossed it will have some longevity!

 

Overall though I think the project was a success, win!

 

[Borriz]

Going to do this now for my bike! Completely forgot about this item

 

I'm in process of understanding requirements on 3D printed items. If you have any similar requests then let me know. I've done a few designs, like an Apple Espresso cup, Batman engraved espresso cup, 3D printed my house (scale model) and many more "stuff"

 

Even did a beta version Specialised Enduro toolbox that fits inside frame (small little triangle behind headset)

[Simon123]

Sorry to be a thread necrophiliac, but where can one "just buy" cover plates / blanking plates?   Just went 1x10 on my Trance, and would love to cover the silver "square" that is now quite visible as everything on my bike is black...

[droo]

MRP do a cover plate that doubles as a bottle opener. Zion Bikes are the local distributors, or cantact Bibi on the hub.

[Simon123]

sounds quite good.

 

now to find Bibi!

 

Because as you can see in the pic - a silver square on an all black bike looks ****!

Edited September 30, 2015 by Simon123

[The_Phoenix]

Any one knows where I can find one of these in Stellenbosch/Cape Town area?

[Ryno.]

Hi what format is the 3d file ?

[Ferro]

Any one knows where I can find one of these in Stellenbosch/Cape Town area?

 

You get sorted? i'm looking for one myself.

Edited October 3, 2016 by Ferro

[Omicrom]

Sorry for the highjack  I can help with the plates.

Here is examples. They can be sanded and painted.

Message me if interested.

They cost R30 and then I send them to you in the mail.

[Meezo]

Sorry for the highjack  I can help with the plates.

Here is examples. They can be sanded and painted.

Message me if interested.

They cost R30 and then I send them to you in the mail.

any success on the low garmin out front mount?

 

isn't there a 3d printing thread post some things there with pricing

[Omicrom]

any success on the low garmin out front mount?

 

isn't there a 3d printing thread post some things there with pricing

Send me photo's of what you want and we can discuss it from there on.

I can't seem to find the thread.

[Chavo]

In case anyone wants to make use of it, I can send you the 3D file I put together for the FD cover plate (added a pic of what it looks like). I used online software to create it (TinkerCAD) and am by no means a pro in this area but what I designed worked for me. The file is .obj format. If I recall, it fits a M6 countersunk screw (think it was 15mm long)

 

I can't attach the 3D file here but can email it to you, so PM me if interested.

 

[Chavo]

sounds quite good.

 

now to find Bibi!

 

Because as you can see in the pic - a silver square on an all black bike looks ****!

Haven't kept tabs on this thread so totally missed your post. Even though this is way late, it looks like you needed to print this plate 

[Meezo]

Send me photo's of what you want and we can discuss it from there on.

I can't seem to find the thread.

looking at getting me the plain black, so the one right at the bottom is in my cart and ready to order

 

 

http://www.cwcycles.co.za/product/vel-gps-mount

 

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/the-newest-Design-25-4mm-31-8mm-Outdoor-Mountain-Road-Bicycle-Bike-Mount-Holder-for-garmin/32624361036.html?spm=2114.13010208.99999999.282.BEHDxT

[Omicrom]

Yes It can be done, I will send you a PM now

[grengem]

Sorry for the highjack  I can help with the plates.

Here is examples. They can be sanded and painted.

Message me if interested.

They cost R30 and then I send them to you in the mail.

Hi there was busy googling the cover plate, i am trying to source for my Trek Fuel Ex can you point in the right direction please