Model information
Description
Purpose
This tube is designed to organize wheel sets for an RC drift car. The design includes holes at the bottom of the tube to prevent a vacuum from forming.
Practical Uses
The holder is intended to store up to four wheels and tires. When fully loaded, the design allows the tube to be turned upside down without the contents moving.
Included Parts
- drift wheel tube v5.stl
- Drift Wheel Tube.3mf
Printing and Assembly Guidance
The author recommends printing with a 0.28mm layer height and 5 walls. For assembly, let the cap cool before attaching it to the tube to allow for slight shrinkage, which results in a more secure fit.
Original text by the author on Printables
<p>I wanted to have a way to organize my wheel sets for my RC drift car. I added holes to the bottom of the tube to avoid creating a vacuum. Printed at a .28mm layer height with 5 walls. Quick and strong.</p><p>Let the cap cool off before attaching it to the tube. This way it will shrink a little and make a more secure fit. Doing this, I was able to turn the tube upside down, fully loaded with 4 wheels and tires and not have anything move. </p>
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