Evil M, trunk badge. Mazdaspeed3 Gen1

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This model is designed to snap into the alignment holes on a Gen 1 MazdaSpeed3 (07-09) trunk, this may work on a Gen2 or a Mazdaspeed6 if the alignment holes are exactly the same. Print with any material that can withstand some heat and the elements, PLA may warp or melt. Use paint or just clear coat for extra weather and UV protection. I printed this with an FDM printer, Polymaker CF Nylon 6 filament, 0.4mm nozzle, 0.1 mm layer height, 25% infill. SLA will most likely work, though I don't have one to test it. You might have to flip the part 180 in your slicer, I recommend printing this Pins side down on the build plate and using supports. Your printer may not be able to produce all of the detail in the tiny clips, it will still work just fine and snap in if they end up coming out as small blobs. Some post processing is required for correct fitment, the model is flat and does not follow the curvature of the trunk thus there are gaps between the emblem and the trunk. I heated up my part with a heat gun and gently made bends by hand to match the trunk, just take your time to heat it evenly and don't melt your part. You can optionally use adhesive tape or strips, if you take the time and bend the model to match your trunk just right you don't need them at all.