52mm Automotive Gauge pod

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I created this design in Tinkercad for a friend's race car. The purpose is to house aftermarket 52mm gauges that measure various parameters, including air/fuel ratio, water temperature, and boost levels in turbocharged vehicles. I included a cutout for wiring any gauge, so if you encounter issues, let me know and I'll update the design. This print comes in two parts: a base and the pod itself. The pod requires supports during printing, while the base does not. Supports are only necessary around the hinge on the pod; everything else prints fine without them. I printed this in ABS at .1mm resolution and strongly recommend using a raft or brim for the gauge pod to ensure a secure fit. A raft is unnecessary for the base. To add strength, I used 50% infill in the final design; you may be able to get away with less. The gauge fits snugly with a pressure seal. You can attach the base to your dash or any surface using 3M double-sided automotive tape; it's suitable even for holding on spoilers.