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I’ve recently bought this “bin tipper truck” for my grandson. The vendor neglected to tell us that there’s a bit missing, the bit that clips on the back to hold the other end of the tipping mechanism. Before I spend hours cutting and shaping a bit of nylon chopping board, is this the sort of thing that could be created by a printer? It has two delicate tangs that locate it in place so it can be removed to replicate - it’s Playmobil if that makes any difference.IMG_2433IMG_2434IMG_2435


 
Posted : 07/04/2024 5:44 pm
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Sure that could be printed easily but you'll need to draw it in freecad or something. Tbh I'd suggest looking around to see if you can't just find it as a replacement part unless you fancy learning some cad.


 
Posted : 07/04/2024 6:09 pm
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I was hoping someone would offer to do it for me, I know my limits… mostly!


 
Posted : 07/04/2024 6:12 pm
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I can model that for you.

Either post the part or measure and send me a paper drawing.


 
Posted : 07/04/2024 6:23 pm
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That’s very kind, I don’t expect it for nothing! Direct message me your address and I can post it.

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Posted : 07/04/2024 6:34 pm
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There is a Playmobil spare parts site, where you can possibly buy the bit for a surprisingly small cost...


 
Posted : 07/04/2024 7:58 pm
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@paule Thank you for that, we’ve tried that but with no success!


 
Posted : 07/04/2024 8:06 pm